Starbucks CEO calls reversal of open-door policy 'practical,' will close stores if needed
Earlier this month, the 54-year-old company shared plans to implement a Coffeehouse Code of Conduct where only paying ...
Starbucks reverses open-door policy: Buy something or leave
The new code of conduct also bans discrimination or harassment, consumption of alcohol, smoking, drug use, and panhandling in ...
Starbucks would rather close down stores than keep its open-door policy
Starbucks (SBUX) is making big changes in the name of safety. In lieu of its 2018-era goal to become the “third place” where ...
Starbucks' policy change flushes out a debate over public restroom access
Starbucks ended a 7-year-old policy that invited anyone to hang out in its stores or use its restrooms, regardless of whether ...
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As Starbucks changes open-door policy, 5 other things to know about world's largest coffee chain
Starbucks recently reversed its open-door policy and will soon require patrons to make a purchase if they wish to use a restroom or hang out in the store. News of the policy change was met with a host ...
Starbucks barista says his store has a ‘panic button’ behind the counter, but fears it won’t be enough to quell angry customers after open-door policy reversal
Some baristas anticipate an increase in customer altercations due to a new policy requiring an item purchase to use the ...
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Craving chocolate before Valentine's Day? Starbucks offering 2 new options. Florida locations
If one of the Valentine's Day drinks at Starbucks isn't enough, the coffee chain is now offering free refills to all in-house ...
Starbucks’ ‘Open-Door Policy’ Reversal, Explained—Why It Matters
Starbucks, long synonymous with the idea of a "third place" between home and work, has reversed its open-door policy.
Starbucks Will Offer Free Refills for Paying Customers… But There’s a Catch
Starbucks is bringing back free refills and a condiment station, but there are few rules to be able to use these services.
Starbucks reverses its open-door policy, requiring people to make a purchase if they want to stay
Starbucks is reversing its open-door policy after almost seven years, now requiring that people make a purchase if they want to hang out at its coffee shops or use its restrooms.