Pro-Tip: Once you reach 125 stars, get your free drink here. The only caveat is you can't use it for the origin flight/comparison flight, but the other special drinks served only at the Starbucks Reserve Bar can be ordered.
The very first Starbucks Reserve in Austin opened today! If you aren't familiar with the brand--think what Banana Republic is to Gap or what Whole Foods Market is to 365 by WFM (or whatever they call it). I was pleasantly surprised with the reasonable prices--the nitro cold brew hovered around 5 dollars for a grande. I did spot something that was near 10 dollars but I think that had ice cream in it?
Service was a little bit slow but it was opening day. I definitely can see myself frequenting this place a lot--there is plenty of seating indoors and out on their (covered!) patio. Adding this location to the list of local ones I go to. read more