Starbucks

I go to a LOT of Starbucks, and this one is not exactly close to me — but it is worth the trip.
I’ve been to this location at least 3 different times over the last couple years (most recent trip was yesterday on a LOUSY weather day).
Anyway, the thing that I really appreciate about a given Starbucks is the layout and the ambiance — as I almost always sit a while and do some work or reading with my coffee. The product offerings should be identical from store to store — but I have walked in and left plenty SBUX after a quick view of the layout/​crowd/​ambiance. Too loud, too busy — not enough space, poor seating etc. and I’m out.
So what sets this one apart from the rest is its spacious layout and furniture. This is they only SBUX I’ve been to that has a working (gas) fireplace in the middle of the store with lots of plush comfortable chairs (and a large leather sofa!) positioned around the fireplace. Wonderful.
The times I’ve been to this SBUX it has never been overly crowded or loud and has great seating — what I wish every SBUX could be.

Always a great location to get coffee and meet with friends the service is always quick the staff really get too know you by name and what you drink on a daily basis.

Came here this morning and (2) employees were sitting on the bench outside telling ppl that the person with the keys weren’t there to open up yet… I want my coffee.
Boo manager!

This Starbucks is always packed, but they are fast and the staff is friendly.

I love this place. Not only is the menu in its entirety amazing, but also the employees gave me service with a smile, to say the least, billy in particular. Not only did he accommodate the many alterations that I made to my order, but he threw in a double cup for extra convenience! Afterward I sat in the Starbucks and watched billy happily joke and interact with fellow baristas. He deserves a promotion! Because of this I’ve become a huge fan of starbucks!

This place is a true gem. Stopped by for a quick white chocolate mocha and Billy the barista made it expertly. He also gave directions to the theatre.

I like this Starbucks, it has a nice layout and even has a fireplace which I’m sure is a plus during the winter. The coffee is great just as it is at most stores. The issue that I have is the service. The staff seems to lack the customer service focus that other stores have. The new store on 41 near Park in Highland Park really gets it right! They don’t ignore customers when they walk in and they don’t participate in their private discussions when there a lot of people waiting in line. The store on Skokie HWY and Dundee has the same problem. Not sure what had happened since Starbucks has been a cited standard to how customer service should be. Maybe a lack of supervision and continued training.
With that said… It would be nice to see the good service return.

Wow, this Starbucks has gotten bigger and better since I was a 9 year-​old slowly weaning myself off the hot chocolate and lemon knots and transitioning into mochas. Memories… By the way, does anyone remember when Starbucks sold those lemon knot cookies?
I really loved studying here and all the stuffed chairs, tables, and outlets are a dream. It’s still my favorite Starbucks since the one on Wells is no longer a 24 hour joint. Regardless of how busy it constantly is, the flow is always moving, the floors are clean, and the clutter is minimal. It’s exactly what you want a Starbucks to be.
The staff here is so friendly and efficient. No matter how busy they get, they keep a smile on their faces and a cheerful conversation in your mind. I was absolutely thrilled to find the bakery case jam packed with goodies at 3 o’ clock in the afternoon.
It’s like they combined the homey welcoming feeling of the Caribou that used to be across the street with the sleek sophisticated style of Starbucks to appease all the demographics of the neighborhood. It’s always nice to come back here after a tennis game at the park or a walk through The Botanical Gardens.

Currently sitting here writing this review about the place I am sitting at.
Its relaxing… I like it and the staff is nice. This place bustles with activity pretty much throughout the whole day, and its spacious inside with alot of comfortable seating. The Iced chai was ok… I kinda have had better, but the Iced Americano was good to go.
Like with my Foodstuffs review… parking can get pretty sparse, with the PD sending out its CSO to look for parking violations so you really have to be aware of the 2 hour mark for parking… unless you go 2 – 3 blocks west to park at the park.
Pics posted.

This is one of my favorite Starbucks locations bar none. The staff takes the time to get to know you if you are a regular customer, and everyone knows what they are doing. Totally worth the money when you visit this one! Not to mention the environment is so comfortable.

This is truly a neighborhood Starbucks with awesome employees who are personable and try to get things just right for you. Newly remodeled, it is comfy but busy. A nice place to hang out in general, that doesn’t feel quite like the other big box coffee shops.

good place, roomy and cozy at the same time

I don’t think I have ever reviewed a Starbucks, but this one deserves one.
The layout is perfect with comfortable leather couches around a fireplace and plenty of chairs and tables, inside and out. The staff is very nice and makes the frothed milk JUST RIGHT.
It is usually pretty full, with a variety of groups, couples and single coffee sippers. Perfect for a casual business meeting, hanging out, or tutoring.
Kudos to the management for keeping the place clean, inviting, and training the staff very well. All Starbucks are not created equal, and if my local ones were this nice (and I didn’t have so many amazing independent coffee places to choose from), I’d probably go more often.