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101 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113, United States
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Review №1

When the restroom is very dirty at opening time, you begin to question the cleanliness of the staff and the food and drinks they serve. This place is not sanitary, and for that, I wouldnt want to ingest the food and drink from here. Filthy, front and inside. No outlets--not a place to have early coffee and do some work.-5* for dirty toilet!Friday at 6 a.m.--1.5 hours from opening, the toilet is very dirty. First order of business is to ensure the cleanliness of the whole store and facilities.I couldnt use the toilet because there were many feces left in it. (Gasp!) I stepped out to fetch my phone to capture a photo of it, and when I went back in, they managed to take off the feces at the very least, but not clean the toilet altogether. In addition, there are no paper towels and 2 light bulbs need replacement (its dark--probably intentional, so you dont see clearly how filthy this room is!).-5* for dirty front and surroundings!1* for no power outlets. They covered them all--including the one in the restroom!1* for limited paid street parking.

Da
Review №2

This Starbucks is my favorite place to grab and afternoon pick me up when I’m dragging a bit. The service here is very quick, even when the line is long. All of the baristas that work here are friendly and very professional to interact with.

Da
Review №3

I work from home a lot but sometimes have to meet with clients (who I prefer keeping out of my home if possible), so I schedule my meetings for this Starbucks. There is almost always plenty of open seating and table space which makes sitting down face to face super easy!

Jo
Review №4

Friendly staff. Helpful. Too many homeless and shirtless people hanging around...

Fe
Review №5

Worst Starbucks!!! Ordered took forever even for just a single coffee, sandwich came faster. In addition, bathrooms were broken and I asked them where they go and they dont even know. What a lier. Wow. Worst ever.

Ge
Review №6

I live just walking in this place. The smell is wonderful! Get a regular cup of coffee to drinks I cant pronounce. Lots of variety to choose from. Great light breakfast sandwiches and cakes to wonderfully sweet snakes. Right down the block from my new home and now my favorite neighborhood joint.

Bu
Review №7

This has always been a favorite location of mine. The staff is friendly and quick to slang the drinks.

Ma
Review №8

Unfortunately, this Starbucks will be closing, effective November 2, 2020.

Em
Review №9

Normal Starbucks coffee, right down town. Could use better seating layout or have more then one tall table but its smallish, so I get it. 🤙

Jo
Review №10

Always can rely on this Starbucks. Even if busy they will get you in and caffinaed asap

Am
Review №11

The girls working here were very sweet

Te
Review №12

Always love Starbucks ☕❣️😍

At
Review №13

Always such a warm and kind place

Ma
Review №14

Starbucks has a great brand and product, but prices have gone up tremendously. I can generally find better coffee around town for less $$. When I travel, I can usually find local small business coffee shops with excellent coffee for less money. Starbucks still a good backup!

Ra
Review №15

They got my order wrong twice,didnt call my name to announce that my drinks were ready and had a I dont care attitude about it. Theres not enough tables and theres no charging outlets. Bad place to hang out and enjoy your cup of coffee...

De
Review №16

Always good coffee and snacks. Pricey and unfriendly staff. Still worth the product. THIS would get my vote for complete automation,to send the employees to charm school!

An
Review №17

Quiet peaceful topper for a hectic day. But fair warning if, you want a blonde pour-over, make sure to specify only 2 scoops of coffee or, youre going to get coffee strong enough to walk to the cup on its own. 😉

Bu
Review №18

The children didn’t taste very yummy

Jo
Review №19

Hey the coffee great but service leaves you wanting something better

Mi
Review №20

A true oasis in the desert that is the summer. A/C, cold drinks and a delightful staff ready to make things as quickly as humanly possible. I am so impressed with how fast their online orders are filled. A good place for small meetings and one-on-one catch-up convos.

Di
Review №21

Always welcoming and interactive. They all love my companion animal Sammy and make sure he his good boy treat that I make sure he has enough of.Attitude makes all the difference!!Thank you.

Ve
Review №22

I pretty much get one thing only from Starbucks, Venti White Mocha, cant find or make any that tastes as good.

An
Review №23

This was a very pleasant& clean establishment. Plenty of seating if I wanted to sit. The staff was pleasant informative and labeled my drink and food correctly.However, several items of food in the display case did not have labels

Ma
Review №24

The coffees good but the bathroom is very dirty.

Te
Review №25

Good service and atmosphere but be warned: no outlets for guest use and bathroom couldve used servicing.

Ng
Review №26

Really enjoyed a hot cup of joe right in downtown SJ before heading to San Carlos.

Sr
Review №27

Starbucks is a place where you get coffee wrapped in a great gift wrapper. They professional outlook the store has is a good reason why I visit them often. Free Internet and a service with smile is all we could want !

Mi
Review №28

They make one of the best salted sweet cream cold brews in the valley!

La
Review №29

Didnt make my coffee right one of the Baristas was very rude

Ho
Review №30

Had an exciting time watching my boyfriend and another patron break up a fight. MY HEROS. Thanks for keeping the community and us safe. The staff there is always pleasant and quick. Kudos to starbucks staff.

J
Review №31

Always a reliable and affordable cup of good coffee.

Ke
Review №32

Excellent coffee! Excellent place and very good attention

Mi
Review №33

Very good coffee,very good staff.There really isnt anything to say that is critical of this mainstay.

iv
Review №34

They Know how to spell my name and has the best drinks I ever had

Ja
Review №35

If you like one Starbucks, you like all of them 😋

Jo
Review №36

The people didnt taste good

Tr
Review №37

Great customer service and cool atmosphere. Quaint n size but because of the location and there being another around the corner it makes sense.

Ja
Review №38

Very dirty store. 3 of 4 employees not wearing hats (twice were making drinks). Lobby hasn’t been swept. Food case empty. Empty menu boards. Pretty disappointing experience.

De
Review №39

This location is really nice. Baristas are fun and welcoming. This store has an array of products for purchase.

Ka
Review №40

All the same in quality of product, but major attitude issues.

B
Review №41

Gr8 workers, great locale, and just busier than I like to see tho

Ez
Review №42

This location always seems to have the best employees

Ol
Review №43

Great place. We went, it was very clean, well staffed and the service was great. Even though the barista that was making my drink was new, she made sure to ask her trainer questions which I appreciated. My drink: venti iced white mocha with breve and ristretto is not the easiest thing, but it was delicious. I would definitely come to this location again.

Br
Review №44

Im from out of state and I couldnt find a bathroom for miles. I was in emergency mode and a panic attack. Staff was very kind and served me calmly through my order and swiftly made it to the restroom in time.Scary and cruel neighborhood, though. Dont go alone.

Al
Review №45

By far the friendliest staff. they are helpful and will do anything to put a smile on your face. If you are in the area go to that Starbucks before any else.

Da
Review №46

Always great service!

30
Review №47

Large indoor area to sit. Barista was knowledgeable. And their iced venti black coffee was excellent with the sugar in the raw packets that were available to their customers along with the absolute freshest creamer.

Do
Review №48

Stop by last week and as usual and My favorite breakfast at Starbucks is Double smoked bacon, with latte and chocolate and croissant warm up . They are fast and efficient

El
Review №49

They are a bit slow but what Starbucks isnt they got my order wrong and gave me a gift card that was a nice surprise. I will always go there when I am in downtown S.J

Am
Review №50

Love this place.. many types of coffee.

UD
Review №51

Its close to St. James Park! I really like the area. Most people are very friendly!

Ch
Review №52

The hell with Starbucks go get some delicious Petes coffee next to MLK.

Pa
Review №53

My Favorite Starbucks. Everyone that works here does an Excellent job and always makes my days Better. Also, I get to have my favorite drink, an Iced Oprah Chai. :~)

Mi
Review №54

The batista Daniel is the best. He always remembers my drink and is very pleasant

Co
Review №55

I like Starbucks drinks. Not as much as Peets; nonetheless, they serve good quality products. What I dont like is the wait. Nearly all locations I drop in are understaffed. Regardless of how few customers are being served, theres always a long wait. Two customers ahead of me and I still end up waiting as long as 20 minutes.Terribly inefficient system.

Ly
Review №56

Convenient right off public transport. Also close to class and job sites.

Sc
Review №57

Good convenient Starbucks in downtown San Jose. If youve got an appointment over at Western dental, this is a good place to stop afterwards.

li
Review №58

This starbucks is on santa clara street. In san jose there was a pungent odor of cat piss or cat spray(a male cat) really strong smell!?

AB
Review №59

Good place to have your coffee and do your work peacefully.

Ra
Review №60

Customer service is great. Always have a good morning with a smile for you.

Ca
Review №61

Great customer service!! I go to this starbucks about 4-5 times a week and im always greeted with respect and fast service. This starbucks is clean, which makes the store feel more comfortable. this starbucks is starting to feel more and more like a cafe instead of a starbucks! Nice job guys! Shoutout to Peter for always knowing my favorite drink!

Pa
Review №62

Small and downtown with the junkies..Other than that it was great

Ad
Review №63

I love coffee!

To
Review №64

I was able to use the restroom without any problems and There is with fi.

Ro
Review №65

A little slow to start the day.

RO
Review №66

Nice they treat you well and parking is not a problem.

Sh
Review №67

Nice people especially the one that made the drinks. Cashier was preoccupied, not too friendly and way slow.

R
Review №68

Slow Service even thou it wasnt busy. 10 drinks sitting on counter for pick up, when I finally figured out which was mine, it was already cold. Had to wait even longer to have it remade.

J.
Review №69

Peets and Crema are worthy starbucks blows

Ne
Review №70

Nothing bad to say about this place .very well managed

Ry
Review №71

Theyre always friendly and fairly fast. Its my go to coffee spot for the work drink run.

ar
Review №72

The egg fritters are awesome. And the beers are good. slightly over priced

Sc
Review №73

Its Bad Because The Coffee Tastes Like Water The Younger People Dont Make It Right It Wasnt How It Used To Be 10 Years Ago Really Hard To Find A Starbucks That Has Good Coffee, The Service Is Bad To They Keep Raising The Prices And The Coffee Keeps Tasting Worse And Worse.

Ma
Review №74

Dont order ahead coffee travelers from this location. They will not have them ready when requested and will make you wait. Tried it 2 times and both were late

Ch
Review №75

Its a busier Starbucks but the staff is as quick as they can be.

Jo
Review №76

Friendly staff, they make the drinks correctly and surprisingly quick, I ordered a drink yesterday and by the time I was scanning my card I was being handed my drink

Ar
Review №77

Good place to drink Coffee. Very few electric outlet to conect your computer.

Na
Review №78

Dangerous neighborhood. Go to B2 Coffee instead if you want a safer environment.

Ca
Review №79

I always order Cafe mocha grande when I stop here.

Co
Review №80

Their bathrooms are actually clean. Drinks are well made.

Gu
Review №81

No power outlets. I go to Starbucks to work while having coffee. No power outlets = minimum working time. Fail.

Pe
Review №82

Fast and friendly service.

Je
Review №83

I love the panaramic view from the benches.

Co
Review №84

Customer service was on point. Received my order promptly & w/ a 😀.

Cc
Review №85

The following is a copied complaint Ive already sent to corporate headquarters after my experience at this location:Ive frequented many Starbucks locations, throughout San Jose, Santa Cruz, Stockton, Merced, even all the way down in Phoenix; and never have I felt such an unwelcoming and discriminatory presence, with an almost hostile attitude towards me and my wife the way that Ive experienced the customer service in this particular location. When I asked for a cup of hot water moments ago loud and clear, I was required to repeat myself twice, with the rep having an air about her that makes me feel she either purposely does it for entertainment, or just doesnt deem my request as worthy of being heard. Then she emphasized her attitude by saying For future reference, we will only be offering water to CUSTOMERS. Which I find insulting first off, since I AM a customer who has spent plenty of money in many of your coffee houses and have possessed a rewards card even. I am currently homeless and have been so for a year with only one month of living in SJ and this is the fIrst location to make me feel mistreated and singled out due to my misfortune. While I am aware there are homeless people who dont know how to act at times, I do not think a low level barista who works for a fortune 500 corporation, has any special place in this world which grants her the ability to look down on me or anyone else who is homeless, automatically profiling who she thinks is a customer and who isnt. I wont bother singling her out by naming her specifically at this time, cuz I do not wish to act like her or hold any grudges which make me seek vengeance. However I feel that this sort of service must come down as orders from higher up at this location and suggest some ethics be applied when training baristas on how to inform and converse with PEOPLE without making assumptions or judgements on a persons social status. I feel like had I not looked obviously homeless I may not have received the same treatment or lecture. I was planning on returning for a coffee and cake after taking my pregnant wife this hot water for her oatmeal breakfast FIRST. But now my unpleasant experience has left me with a sour taste for anything that is made here and this water is getting cold while I keep my wife and unborn child waiting. I will gladly pour out this cup and go to Chevron and PAY for a cup of water instead.

Sr
Review №86

This one has always been an ok starbucks so far.

Sh
Review №87

Out of cold brew nitro.

Ch
Review №88

Not that diff from any other starbucks. lots of people sitting and studying. gotta go for the double chocolate chip frap, my favorite. pure sugar and prob no coffee but its their best product imo

Pa
Review №89

I Love my downtown Starbucks!

Ed
Review №90

I like this Starbucks. The staff is really nice and welcoming.

De
Review №91

Love the service with a smile😃

Ri
Review №92

Very friendly service and a nice experience

Pa
Review №93

Blonde coffee stinger and smoother.

Se
Review №94

Late review but a couple years ago when the San Jose motor officer was killed they donated a couple jugs of coffee to take out to the officers that were at the scene to bring some comfort in such a horrible day

ma
Review №95

Good place for small chat or meetings.

Po
Review №96

Not their fault, because inside it is like most Starbucks: clean and nice, but sometimes not so great outside, because of the riff-raff that comes by. Friendly baristas, though. I docked one star because of trash and smells outside

Si
Review №97

Always the best

Ve
Review №98

Staff is great and prompt with phone orders.

Ma
Review №99

Very convenient and relaxing

Ja
Review №100

No power outlets. Dirty

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  • Address:101 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113, United States
  • Site:https://starbucks.com/store-locator/store/18146/
  • Phone:+1 408-286-0577
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Breakfast restaurant
  • Cafe
  • Coffee store
  • Espresso bar
  • Internet cafe
Working hours
  • Monday:5:30AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:5:30AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:5:30AM–5PM
  • Thursday:5:30AM–5PM
  • Friday:6AM–5PM
  • Saturday:6AM–5PM
  • Sunday:5:30AM–5PM
Service options
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:No
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Lunch:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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