Starbucks

#325
This SB is very handy, right on 60 between Brandon Mall and the AMC movie theater and Brandon Town Center. Being that handy I would imagine that it would get very busy and probably does because inside it is built like it gets busy. Not at all homey like some of the others (Winthrop and Valrico) this is is all business. Not to crowded but plenty of working folks banging on laptops. My latte was just fine but the wife had a problem with hers. The barrista, as he should, made it right, finally. I’d go to one of the others if I had time but if not, it’s still a SB.

Not my favorite Starbucks
I ordered a iced venti decaf sugar free caramel latte. When I got my drink it was definitely not decaf (believe me I can tell). But the barista insisted it was decaf. We went back and forth with this until he offered to remake it. I then got my new drink and I noticed this one had 2% milk while the original was fat free. I tasted it, no flavor. He finally added more caramel and it was then ok, not great.
I don’t like what this store looks like either. Felt crowded and cluttered. Staff was nice but I doubt I would be returning to this particular store.

Maybe one day they will learn how to properly prepare the oatmeal. Or, maybe I should just stop coming to this one.

Hi !! I absolutely love this Starbucks! I used to grab a latte from here when I was working in Regency square earlier… The staff is prompt and cordial and I would give five stars to this place .our favorite coffee house.

Good morning! I hear this every time I come in. The staff knows my name and my order before I reach the counter. Nice. I prefer Starbucks over the others. Good place for good coffee and good people.

This is the slooooowest Starbucks I’ve ever seen anywhere. You could leave this one and go to the Mt Carmel location and get your order faster. There should be a contest for worst Starbucks in the country.

So slow at this location, bad enough the price they charge for coffee. The employees have no personality

This Starbucks is located in Regency Center, and most of the time, entry and exit is smooth. There is ample parking, but if you just wanted to hit the drive through, this location is pretty quick.
Other than that, it is your average expensive high calorie coffee joint. So far, it’s kept pretty clean, and the service is friendly.
My favorite is the Java Chip. I get it every time I go to Starbucks, morning, noon, or night. Yeah, it’s a milkshake. Don’t judge me.

I like Starbucks… I am not a die hard fanatic for coffee with a lot of calories, and tend to prefer what I make at home, however I do receive gift cards quite frequently and I love it because it’s a treat for which I don’t normally indulge.
This location is pretty typical of what you’d expect from a Starbucks. It’s bright and clean and there is ample seating inside and outside, and a drive through, and they all seem to be pretty busy throughout the day. On my particular visit, there was quite a long line but it also very well staffed, so we did not have to wait very long to place or receive our order. This is a really great place to wait if you happen to be visiting the Tesla station. It’s literally right next to it, and for heaven’s sake you don’t want to try to leave this plaza and come back… in the time it takes to fully charge, you would spend the majority of your time trying to get out and get back in. Sit back, relax, and enjoy people watching.

Have been here a number of times, and not overly impressed. The staff usually seems to not know much about their own products and my drinks get messed up often. I would rather go to a local place instead!

I rarely give bad reviews. I always wonder is it the day… was it a specific employee but no… it’s not.
I have been in drive through and sat outside a few times now and find myself going elsewhere for a few reasons.
The drive through lines here are terrible even with 4 cars. I have been through many many… lines and gone through faster with a better service attitude that this one.
We went in and had slow mediocre experience inside as well. There was one time a girl said she was there working from another SBX helped us and she was wonderful. Truly.
Again, 3 o clock…4 people ahead and I was in the line for 20 minutes plus. The service via intercom was less than expected… and slow on top of it.
Consistently this has been my usual experience here. Sad. I prefer to drive further on 60 for better service and atmosphere. It is a busy location but I have yet to enjoy my experience here.
Sad.

Went two days this week, once inside, once through the drive through. Both times, equally slow. I’m trying to get my gold star before the new ridiculous policy takes place-​this location is on my way to work but it looks like I need to search for a new one. I don’t have 15 extra mins to waste in a line or a drive through.

Absolute worst service ever for a Starbucks. Ordered drinks and cake pops and waited in the drive thru for 15 minutes before even paying. Lady working drive thru window was very short and rude with us.

It’s your standard Starbucks so the drinks are well-​made, the baristas are nice and everything is very clean. I give 3 stars because the location is horrible. It’s right across the boulevard from the mall, so technically it’s a prime location but it get’s way too busy and the lines don’t move fast enough. The drive-​thru gets especially bad both in the mornings and afternoon. The layout of the parking lot doesn’t help the situation at all. It’s very easy to block someone’s car in while waiting in line. I would advise going inside instead of the drive-​thru, and don’t park anywhere near the drive-​thru or you might get stuck when you try to leave.

This location isn’t bad.
Usually the specialty drinks are made well. I’ve never had a bad drink from this location.
The drive thru gets ridiculous. Usually long and slow. I would avoid it unless you happen to get there when there’s no line.
Everyone seems friendly here, I’ve honestly never dealt with a rude barista at this store.
The location is convenient as much as it is a pain. Getting out of Regency, unless making a right onto 60 from the side road next to the plaza, is so frustrating.
Parking is ample, no issues there.
All in all, this is a good Starbucks.
I’m a Starbucks addict with a Gold card since 2007 and a daily trio or 2 everyday of the week so my Starbucks review credibility is good lol
Enjoy!

The baristas at the drive thru are so nice and courteous. Alexander is especially nice and interacts with the customers. We are not just a voice on the intercom. And the coffee always come out as requested.

It gets really busy here both inside and drive-​thru. The parking lot layout is designed poorly and can be a hazard for those using the drive-​thru. It’s also hard to get out of the plaza during certain times if you are trying to get back on Brandon Blvd.
The place needs a little tidying up. There are lots of crumbs, napkins, and spills on the tables and floors. Trash cans are overfilled and lots of flies hovering inside. Great location but the inside of the store needs a some attention.

As far as coffee goes it stands by its name and brand image. May be expensive but worth every penny. My favorite part is the extreme consistency they provide you. I can order a drink a 100 times from them and it will taste exactly the same 100 times straight. Whereas I can order same drink 100 times from Dunkin donuts and it will taste different 95 times with 15 of those times I need to force it down just so my 2.50 $ doesn’t go to waste.
If you are looking for quality and consistency then pull out your wallet and head to Starbucks

Good morning Unilocalers. So for those of you who follow me you know that coffee is a must for me every single morning. Typically I go to the Starbucks near my home but today I had an early errand so I stopped by the Starbucks near the Brandon mall.
This is a very, very nice Starbucks. not only was the area inside clean but there was an area outside, a very big area, that was also well kept and clean. they have a lot of umbrellas outside to keep those who want to sit out in the Sun shaded. I was very impressed that outside there was no trash in a sitting areas and all the tables we’re wipe down and clean.
As with all Starbucks I was greeted when I first walked in and my coffee was served quickly and it was just the way that I like it. I will definitely be returning to the Starbucks. :-)

Needed a quick pick me up for an event, and was thrilled to come across this Bux location.
Quite a bit of a parking lot to navigate (I’m an out of towner, so maybe I just turned in the wrong entrance) but the drive thru was quick, order was correct, and the customer service was great.
Within 5 minutes, I had drinks in hand, and was on my way.
Can’t beat that.