In Starbucks’ world, the “partner” refers to the company’s employees. It’s the person wearing the green apron, the barista, ...

Starbucks initially added chairs, stools and tables, covering the basics of furnishing a hang-out space. But Schultz wanted the stores to look welcoming and more upscale than, say, McDonald’s.

Starbucks pulled out 30,000 comfortable seats, installed hard wooden stools, blocked electrical outlets and turned stores into takeout counters for customers picking up orders off its mobile app.

Starbucks is trying to get back to its roots as a local coffee shop as part of its turnaround plan. The company is ...

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Like every Starbucks, this one has tables and chairs and coffee and pastries and a pacifying sort of vibe. Also like (most) Starbucks, it has a bathroom, open to anyone who walks in.

Starbucks has meant many things to many people: A convenient caffeine pit stop on the way to work, a place to gather with friends, a cozy nook for writers and creatives. But in recent years, the ...

Now Starbucks is trying to win back customers looking to sit down for a cup of coffee by renovating 1,000 stores — 10% of its company-owned US locations—with comfy chairs, couches, tables and ...

Starbucks has meant many things to many people: A convenient caffeine pit stop on the way to work, a place to gather with friends, a cozy nook for writers and creatives. But in recent years, the ...

Starbucks has meant many things to many people: A convenient caffeine pit stop on the way to work, a place to gather with friends, a cozy nook for writers and creatives. But in recent years, the ...