Starbucks Reviews 3,338

TrustScore 2 out of 5

2.1

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Most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Many people were dissatisfied with the quality of products, describing items as undrinkable, bitter, or stale, and noting issues like soggy croissants or incorrect drink customizations. Customers also frequently encountered problems with service, including long waits, staff who were unwelcoming or rude, and a general lack of professionalism. Some people also felt that the overall experience was disappointing due to uncleared tables and a perceived decline in consistency. However, some customers also mentioned positive experiences with staff, describing them as polite, fast, and providing super service. A few other people also felt that the coffee was good and that some locations offered a clean environment and friendly service.

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Product

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Quality

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Service

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I’m honestly disappointed because Starbucks used to feel safe and you know what you’re getting. Lately it’s been the opposite. The coffee is inconsistent (sometimes bitter and barely drinkable),... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

We are drinking a supposed flat white at Funchal airport. It is so bitter ascto be close to undrinkable. When you go to a Starbucks anywhere you expect consistently good coffee

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Called at Eastham on the wirral.Staff were not welcoming ,no smiles ,in fact miserable as if she didn't want to be there . Upon taking our order ,which was customised ,there was no manners either. Wh... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I am a big fan of coffe but they need to improve alot in their taste. Only positive thing is their staff behaviour otherwisw its not worth going there for coffee anymore.


Company details

  1. Coffee store
  2. Coffee Roasters
  3. Coffee shop
  4. Coffee wholesaler
  5. Food products supplier
  6. Take away service

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Starbucks Coffee Company is the leading retailer, roaster and brand of specialty coffee in the world. The Company's other brands enhance the Starbucks Experience through best-of-class products, including Tazo Tea Company and Hear Music.


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2.1

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TrustScore 2 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Eggnog is powdered! Do better!

Eggnog chai has been a favorite since I worked for Starbucks in the early 2000"s. They finally bring it back on limited release and have the nerve to use powdered eggnog mix? Gross, cheap and tasted off. Do better!

3 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Soggy Bread, Not Toast!

Every time I visit this particular SB branch I have to ask for more coffee in my diluted, watery drink. I only ever have a small black Americano but it's almost always watery and weak.

This time I had to ask for more coffee but I was also EXTREMELY annoyed and disappointed that the 'toastie' I had ordered was heated in the microwave, so it was basically soggy bread, not toast. I have photos!!

To be charged this much money (SB isn't cheap!) and to be given such substandard food is inexcusable.

Please train your staff to make the food properly.

9 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I intended to buy two $10 gift card for…

I intended to buy two $10 gift card for stocking stuffers. I purchased at a supermarket, there were choices from $10 up to $50 or more. When I checked out, I just tapped mjy card and I saw I was charged $80! I immediately said that was not correct jnjd the cashier and her manger said it was too late and sent me to customer service. All I got was an apology and was told that this happens daily and thhat I will need to call Starbucks directly. They could not refund me. When I spoke to the Starbuckes represetaive, she could not help me either and tried to blame the store. The gift asr purposely misleading, (hey say $10 really large black sharpiie and x4 super tiny) THe ard shoud say $40 x4. I feel scammed by Starubucks and I know I ma not the only one.

13 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Broken access to an account

Broken access to an account. Took my money hostage. It's been in resolution FOR A YEAR!
CS11681936 - Starbucks Customer Service
They aren't returning the money I have in my account.
FRAUD

10 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If I could give them no star review I…

If I could give them no star review I would. 1st day using your app and it was a complete disaster. I attempted to place an order and your system charged my card three separate times (on my kid's account), yet not a single order was actually processed.

Let me be absolutely clear: your Starbucks stores and employees are wonderful, top tier. However, your customer service based in India was the single worst customer "support" experience I’ve ever had.

Your support team at first denied the charges even existed. Then for nearly an hour, they implied it was fraud or my bank’s fault—only to finally admit they "found" the errors and charges were in fact made on their end. After all of that runaround and 2 plus hours on the phone, they arrogantly told me I have to wait 3–5 days for them to reverse THEIR mistake, with no apology, no responsibility, and according to them, no compensation because, "this issue didn't meet the standard".

I hope they eventually fall apart. I can make better coffee at home. Bring your app and customer "escalation" process (and team) up to the standards of your store employees, because right now? They are a bloated, apathetic, robotic, over confident embarrassment! By the way, your store at Rt 47 and Reed in Huntley, Illinois is AMAZING, a shining example of great service! The young lady that usually works drive-through in afternoon, (and currently in college) is an absolute angel, her people skills are unmatched. Maybe she should run your company!?

3 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

COFFE PRICEY BUT NEVER GET IT RIGHT. WASTE OF MONEY

I have continually use the same Starbucks and now I'm completely done with them I every time I order a coffee through the app and it gets picked up it's never made right not even right close to right so and I pay for it it's getting really ridiculous and I don't understand how you have one job do your job I'm so annoyed with this company you charge how much and then I get steps like stuff in it tries extra and you can't even do that I spilled tons of coffee wasted it this company is a piece of s***

4 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I use my "red cup" daily

I use my "red cup" daily, because my local Starbucks is not unionized and not on strike. CEO needs to fire the "Red Cup Rebellion" strikers....

3 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Stolen money, again and again

If I could rate lower, I would. I started noticing a few years ago that I would load money onto my Starbucks app, make a purchase that wouldn’t use the entire amount and the next time I would go to order, my app balance would be zero. It started happening every time that I would reload so I stopped. I am certain they got over $1000 before I was smart enough to stop preloading. Then, I received 3 Starbucks cards as gifts so I loaded them onto my app. Guess what? When I went to use them, zero balance. I finally got around to calling to have them look at my account. I reached a person with a really heavy accent who admitted that she was located “off shore” who told me that they only keep records for three months. I asked if I could speak to a supervisor. She told me that it would take a few minutes. When I asked where the supervisor was located she kept responding with, “I don’t have that information”. When I confronted her, she confirmed that they would also be “off shore”. Basically, Starbucks has stolen quite a significant amount of money from me and won’t be held accountable for it. Shame on me for allowing it to go so long. I am going to do my best to never patronize them again, although I love the bacon Gouda and a mango dragonfruit lemonade.

4 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Starbucks needs more sugar-free

Starbucks needs more sugar-free, diabetic-friendly coffee drinks. We have such a fondness for Starbucks, but once you are over that hill, you can't have it anymore. Plain tea and plain coffee are a little boring and a little too easy to make at home to even bother with Starbucks.

2 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I am a rare customer but ordered two…

I am a rare customer but ordered two coffees at Leeds Railway Station. Was not asked what size I wanted so was charged for two giant cups which couldn’t finish. Surely the default size should be medium???

1 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

bad service

Twice I was served by a new girl with-in the last month,both times the customer service was terrible .Both times I ordered a simple cold brew, the first time I waited 12 minutes for my order,there was no-one in the store nor at the drive-thru. 2nd time just today I had to wait almost 20 minutes,and the kicker is 6 people that ordered after me were getting served before me.this woman should be fired.Highway 544 myrtle beach at 10am..

26 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Glasgow Buchanan Street store ….my…

Glasgow Buchanan Street store ….my husband witnessed a situation that’s left him and myself reeling. A member of staff seething through her teeth at two street people who apparently go to this shop for some hot soup and a sandwich or some bread. Her annoyance is that they come to the store “every day!”. These gentlemen spoke English and another language. They were friendly and inoffensive. They may be immigrants who, in accordance with legislation are unable to work to earn their living until they are given leave to remain in the UK. Whatever their situation, they are human beings who deserve to be treated with dignity. As a Scot, I am embarrassed and disgusted at the way this Starbucks employee treated these gentlemen. It was a cold wet day and they did no one any harm. Maybe that particular employee should lose her job and see what it feels like to be without income and in need of help, sustenance and the kindness of strangers.

26 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Frappucino

Wanted a frappucino - it was SO SWEET I'm pretty sure half the cup was sugar. Also had a TERRIBLE after taste. Also bought a egg and bacon sandwich, the thing was tiny. Will never buy Starbucks again total rip off!!!!

27 November 2025
Unprompted review

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