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3.2 (106 reviews)
ModerateCoffee & Tea
Open • 5:00 am - 10:30 pm

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Yesenia R.

This Starbucks is great. we did drive thru (mobile order) .we got there and luckily there was not many cars in front of us. Our order was ready as soon an we pulled up. The young lady who handed me our order was super nice. My lavender Oat Matcha was so refreshing and made to perfection.

Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Macchiato, Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai and Crispy Grilled Cheese on Sourdough.
Shik P.

First time at this Starbucks location on Balboa and Lassen on a Friday afternoon. Drive thru was great and convenient. Our wait time was less than 7 minutes with 3 cars in front of us. The drive thru lane was spacious and doesn't feel suffocating like other drive thru lanes. Customer service at this Starbucks location via drive thru was excellent. The lady at the counter taking our payment and handing our crafted drinks was so sweet and pleasant. She even gave us drink holders without us having to ask for them. There were also green drink stoppers on all 3 lids of our drinks. The grilled cheese on sourdough was freshly made. It had the right amount of cheese. We will definitely start going to this Starbucks Drive Thru location more often due to our positive experience.

Virginia A.

It's so spacious very spacious. I never had the chance to come in only through their drive through have I been getting my drinks. busy location. You see a lot of people working on their laptops. Very well kept and clean! I ordered my drink ahead so very little interaction with the staff.

The app says it's ready on my watch and it was 3 minutes later that I received my drink
Rachel R.

Really horrible service. And then the barista who made my drink missed the sugar free vanilla that I paid extra for. Ridiculous.

Soy Chai Latte
Marie C.

Thank you Starbucks for recognizing Veterans, Active military and their families with a free tall iced/hot coffee.

Chris Y.

Love the quad grande iced peppermint mocha but I have to give props to Diego, what a champ at making people feel at home. This store is one of the most Modern and eat stores I've ever seen! Outdoor seating is great but I was super Comfortable seated indoors and relaxing

Isis K.

I'm not crying because I love coffee. I actually don't enjoy it that much. I'm just so encouraged that this Starbucks gave out free coffees to everyone this morning on Thanksgiving day. I'm an indigenous woman and I personally have a very hard time with Thanksgiving. Beautiful acts like this remind me that there is some good to this holiday. Thank you so much for this. I needed a good cry.

Shaken espresso with oakmilk and cold foam DONE CORRECTLY! Of course looks a little ugly now after all the sips but always great!
Kemberly C.

I literally drive 15 for this specific Starbucks for my specific easy drink that everyone else effs up every single time. The guys working are always so kind, friendly and guess what? They actually know how to make coffee and never miss no matter what we order. Mine is always the same, but again never fails to actually wake me up while being tasty! Hate that I can't ever tip because inside target. Definitely would. Everyone seems happy with their drinks when I see them pick up.

Matcha Frappuccino w/ coconut milk, no classic, no whipped cream
Stephanie B.

I always order from this Starbucks and they're really consistent with their drinks. Their service is always on point even when they're really busy - although usually busy, it's not too loud inside & there's always space to sit down and do work on your laptop. Parking is a little tricky sometimes because they are compact but parking seems to always be available since many people use the drive thru or just quickly go in to pick up their orders. If you want something strong, sweet, low calories & a little cheaper than their signature drinks I recommend ordering: in a grande cup over ice, three shots of espresso with 1 pump of sugar free vanilla syrup, & vanilla sweet cream cold foam!

Their menu at the drive thru
Peter X.

I stopped by here tonight to take my sister to get her Starbucks coffee. When I pulled into their lot, there was no cars in the drive thru at 8pm so I chose going through there. When I got to the ordering area, the person working the drive thru was already laughing. I think they saw me reverse since I originally passed the ordering box because I didn't see it. My sister got ice Chai Latte. She said the Chai Latte was pretty good, they put light ice on it and still filled it to the top so thats a win-win. The payment was pretty simple, we pulled up to the window and he scanned the barcode on my sister phone. The lot where this place is in is not that big so be aware and the drive thru can back up during their busy time.

Ane V.

I just dropped of my car at Firestone and walked over here to catch up with my classes. Little did I know, no WIFI. So disappointing. I was already here so I will just make the most of it. I ordered my fave which is White Chocolate Mocha frappe. The barista didn't do how I want it. I didn't want to be a jerk so I didn't complain. The store is quiet busy. Customers comes and go once they learn WiFi isn't working. Inside has a farmhouse look.

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Shoutout to Alysa for being awesome! The coffee always tastes fresh and I love the overall attitude of all the employees at this location.

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Drive thru lines are only open thru Lassen even though the sign says enter on Balboa. That's my only complaint

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3 years ago

Lost and confused staff. Hair in my drink. No outlets in store. Terrible ambiance. Go to House Roots coffee up the street instead.

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3 years ago

Barista Isaac was so nice and gave the best customer service. Was super sweet and fast.

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5 years ago

Cool spot- hit this drive thru before early work days but they never ever have almond or oat milk. Kinda weird

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I have never been to a Starbucks that is out of supplies as much as this location does

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5 years ago

Nice team with great vibes, perfect spot for mornings coffee! No traffic around and always 1/2 empty!

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