Starbucks

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Located in New York, New York

Address: 1281 1st Ave., New York, NY 10021, United States

Phone: +1 212-472-1312

Rating: 3.9

Services

  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Drive-through
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Alcohol
  • Coffee
  • Organic dishes
  • Prepared foods
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Toilets
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
  • Family friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space
  • University students
  • Usually a wait
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Categories

  • Coffee shop
  • Breakfast restaurant
  • Cafe
  • Coffee store
  • Espresso bar
  • Internet cafe

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Comments

  • Review 1 (2022-01-24 - Rating: 5)

    This was the most fantastic Starbucks (69th & 1st) Ive visited in a long time! It was vibrant, energized and bustling. The servers (standing by the to-go orders) were so attentive and engaging. Both of them gave nearly every customer a cheerful Good Morning!The cashier attendant was precise with my order and yet also quick (while training someone, I suspect). This was actually the best decaf coffee Ive had at a Starbucks, in a long time! I asked for extra milk--and it was just cool enough to sip as soon as I walked out of the door!An particular highlight was one specific Starbucks associate (I believe another customer greeted him by name--George) was so welcoming and gregarious! He knew so many people by name, the second they walked in! I imagine if I were a regular here, Id love it. He worked the to-go table at a fever pitch--calling out names, checking orders as soon as they came up from the back, greeting new folks, including the cutest interaction with a crying toddler--he got the child engaged and talking right away! He even handled two patrons asking about staying in the cafe, smoothly and with joy. One guest said, May we stay? and he said As long as you can show proof of vaccine, its okay with us! (With a grin and a cheerful tone)Wow... I would come here, and just watch the interactions, for fun, everyday--if I were a regular! ☺️😍☕

  • Review 2 (2024-07-13 - Rating: 4)

    Quick & friendly service. Delicious drinks. Nice atmosphere. Nice place to meet &/or chat.

  • Review 3 (2022-04-21 - Rating: 5)

    Super friendly Starbucks! Everyone was nice and they greeted me and helped me with a coupon I was redeeming. Loved it!!

  • Review 4 (2024-10-14 - Rating: 5)

    Employees are always happy in the morning when picking up drink. The decor of the store always matches the occasion which is very cute. Staff are always willing to help even if very busy.

  • Review 5 (2023-10-03 - Rating: 5)

    I went to this location early on 10/3 to get some work done. The service was quick, the music playlist helped me focus, and the cold brew was tasty. Overall great experience. Will likely visit this location again.

  • Review 6 (2023-11-15 - Rating: 5)

    Folks working at this Starbucks are just amazing. I’ve been coming here almost everyday for 4 years and they’re such hard workers, always patient and smiling - they deal with such a huge load of order everyday. Thanks guys!

  • Review 7 (2022-08-05 - Rating: 5)

    These are just the most lovely people in the world. I go to the Starbucks probably 3 to 4 times a week because its near my apartment and whenever Im down and Im in a mood Ill pop in there and the workers just always have a smile on their face and they want you to have a good day. The lady who usually works the mobile order counter tells you good morning and really means it.I know its odd to write a review for a large chain like Starbucks, but these people really do go above and beyond to make you feel like your energized and ready to take on your day and I just feel like they need to get the credit they deserve.

  • Review 8 (2024-06-13 - Rating: 5)

    The most spacious Starbucks I’ve seen in NY! Very nice.

  • Review 9 (2024-10-09 - Rating: 5)

    Very nice Starbucks. Great barista.

  • Review 10 (2019-11-15 - Rating: 5)

    I get the best feeling when I walk into this particular Starbucks, Eddie the whole staff, I wish I knew all of their names to give them the praise they deserve. They are professional, courteous, behave in calm way when it gets busy, smile... Ive been frequenting this store for years, it must be new management, whatever it is I like it! Keep it up, its working 😊👍

  • Review 11 (2022-12-10 - Rating: 5)

    The staff are friendly! My order was wrong, I realize mistakes happen. Joey promptly fixed it for me with smile! Thank you for working hard to give us all our morning caffeine!

  • Review 12 (2018-12-11 - Rating: 5)

    I have came to this Starbucks three times and the service was geeat each time. I also must say they make a dang good chai tea. I love the yogurt with mango and coconut flakes and wish they had the gummy bears here i seem to never see them. Friendly staff and does a great job moving the line along.Update : I come here everyday now 😀. Their service is great and the employees are always pleasant.

  • Review 13 (2018-08-01 - Rating: 5)

    This starbucks is always clean, prepared, and quick! Even with a long line you never wait more than 5 minutes to order. The baristas are very friendly and knowledgeable and always willing to help with suggestions or alternatives if needed.

  • Review 14 (2023-02-21 - Rating: 5)

    Live this Starbucks. I arrive early morning and staff here greet you amazingly!!! Love the music, vibe, ambiance. Great way to start your day!

  • Review 15 (2023-08-20 - Rating: 5)

    I always feel at home in this location. The staff are al so nice and they always make my order perfect.

  • Review 16 (2018-01-13 - Rating: 4)

    Standard Starbucks. They get orders right more often than the other nearby UES locations, and the staff seem happier here, which I suspect are related. Theyre not the best at choosing when to train new employees, so while the line is pretty fast 90% of the time, the other 10% youre going to wait a solid ten minutes during rush times.

  • Review 17 (2024-09-25 - Rating: 5)

    The store and the service was excellent

  • Review 18 (2022-08-11 - Rating: 4)

    A nice place to order coffees, snacks, and to study, read a book or newspaper. The staff is friendly and cheerful. But the temperature can get rather icy on warm summer days.

  • Review 19 (2023-09-12 - Rating: 5)

    Even though this is a super busy location in Manhattan, everyone there is consistently super friendly and on top of it. They always make my day in the morning

  • Review 20 (2020-02-18 - Rating: 5)

    I place a mobile order in the morning and it’s ready to go within the allotted time, and never wrong. That’s all I ask for from my local Starbucks. (And the staff seems really friendly, too, from our limited interactions.)

  • Review 21 (2023-01-20 - Rating: 5)

    Rico thank you for your amazing service tonight. Keep up the good work. Keep smiling.I will keep coming back to this location.👍👍👍

  • Review 22 (2021-08-03 - Rating: 5)

    Kristina was great! She was very nice and gave us great customer service. Thank you again for your fav drink suggestion!

  • Review 23 (2020-10-24 - Rating: 4)

    They had a platter with boiled eggs, cheese, raisin bread, peanut butter, salt n pepper mixed, and something else I cant remember. I was hesitant at first but it was pretty filling.

  • Review 24 (2020-07-29 - Rating: 5)

    I ADORE the staff at this location. The music, the energy, speed of service ... the vibe is on point. Went to this Sbux exclusively last time I was visiting.

  • Review 25 (2024-04-17 - Rating: 4)

    Typical Starbucks with green and purple colored baristas. But service was great. Mistake with my coffee order but it was resolved. No problem

  • Review 26 (2019-08-22 - Rating: 5)

    Small sitting area , not sure if theres a bathroom (I dont think so) . The barristas are really fash and they are very nice for dealing with so many people.

  • Review 27 (2018-12-30 - Rating: 5)

    Shout out to my favorite barista Batman for always making my drinks perfectly 😍👌

  • Review 28 (2023-08-11 - Rating: 4)

    Good sbucks

  • Review 29 (2019-01-17 - Rating: 4)

    Great service, Wonderful personnel, nice atmosphere, plenty of room to sit down. Not very wheelchair accommodating.

  • Review 30 (2023-02-09 - Rating: 5)

    They had a recent renovation and the place was nice but even nicer now!

  • Review 31 (2019-05-01 - Rating: 5)

    They okay like they are not bad .....its your standard Starbucks not like you getting anything free

  • Review 32 (2014-11-18 - Rating: 4)

    Just like any Starbucks. Employees were actually really good this time around. Quick and Friendly.

  • Review 33 (2023-07-25 - Rating: 5)

    My morning Starbucks. These guys help start my work days off right. Consistently nail the cold brew with lightest splash of oat milk ratio I like. Smiles, have a great day and a straw at the ready. Best Starbucks team. 🙏

  • Review 34 (2020-11-20 - Rating: 5)

    Just got my morning coffee with my mom. Every employee was happy, dancing to the music that was on, and super helpful and nice

  • Review 35 (2019-11-09 - Rating: 4)

    Very very busy store. But they handle it very well. Great service.

  • Review 36 (2023-11-24 - Rating: 5)

    Very convenient, open at 6 am!

  • Review 37 (2019-12-23 - Rating: 5)

    Great friendly service gold star from me the barista was super nice 😄😄

  • Review 38 (2022-08-08 - Rating: 4)

    Some good folks working here on the Monday-Friday shift. See yall later ;)

  • Review 39 (2023-11-05 - Rating: 5)

    By ic brag oat milk e blonde espresso

  • Review 40 (2016-11-19 - Rating: 5)

    The baristas are friendly and theres always great music playing.

  • Review 41 (2016-11-15 - Rating: 4)

    Good Starbucks with a great space and tables, also offers Wi-Fi and power which is great to relax and get things done.

  • Review 42 (2018-04-19 - Rating: 4)

    Awesome view and vibe

  • Review 43 (2020-03-06 - Rating: 5)

    Fave place by Work & Tahj is my Hero... Americano Quad. Always💪🏾

  • Review 44 (2017-03-20 - Rating: 4)

    Good people, make you laugh in morning. Good customer service.

  • Review 45 (2023-08-14 - Rating: 5)

    Great music selection! Friendly staff!Clean bathroom!

  • Review 46 (2021-09-30 - Rating: 5)

    MY FAVORITE STARBUCKS EVER❤❤❤SERVICE IS GREAT STAFF OUTSTANDING 👍

  • Review 47 (2023-02-17 - Rating: 5)

    Love how busy this place is, and yet the service is top-notch. Greetings for everyone picking up their order. Im sitting here in awe how hard they work and keep smiles on their faces.

  • Review 48 (2022-08-07 - Rating: 4)

    Perfect place to use a Starbucks gift card

  • Review 49 (2023-07-07 - Rating: 5)

    Best starbucks ever!! My 2nd home

  • Review 50 (2018-09-01 - Rating: 4)

    Efficient team begins the counter. Great cup of coffee as usual

  • Review 51 (2019-10-05 - Rating: 4)

    Good Starbucks. Line moves fast and decent amount of seating.

  • Review 52 (2020-12-28 - Rating: 5)

    Im putting 5 stars because the vibe of this store is SO AWESOME. The manager has the most fabulous hats, always uplifting and fun. The workers are great and the music sets the joyful atmosphere. I think this is the funnest Starbucks cafe in NYC. Sometimes I order coffee only to be part of this marvelous vibe. I work in the hospital nearby, so going to this store helps me to set my mind for a great workday.

  • Review 53 (2020-02-16 - Rating: 5)

    💕

  • Review 54 (2017-01-19 - Rating: 5)

    Very friendly staff. Quick service. A+

  • Review 55 (2021-06-08 - Rating: 5)

    I have to shout out the Starbucks. The energy from all of the employees is amazing! I never have a bad experience here. Another plus-- theyre always so quick to complete mobile orders.

  • Review 56 (2021-12-08 - Rating: 5)

    The lady who passes out the drinks in the morning always puts me in such a good mood, shes great.I order my drink when Im on the train at the stop before mine and its almost always ready by the time I get there. Thanks guys :)

  • Review 57 (2022-03-27 - Rating: 5)

    Best Starbucks on the weekends especially in the morning

  • Review 58 (2021-12-07 - Rating: 5)

    I’ve been working across the street from this Starbucks for years. They are always so nice to everyone, welcoming you in the shop, and they’re always well staffed and move fast. They also play the best music! In my opinion, this is the best Starbucks location.

  • Review 59 (2020-09-15 - Rating: 5)

    Just want to give a shout out to this Starbucks, this is one of THE BUSIEST Starbucks with all the hospital employees, they do their best since COVID to get people in and out as fast as they can, I see they finally got rid of the negative energy and have truly turned it into an inviting place. I love the morning greetings and I appreciate all their hard work. Some days it’s really hard to keep up with all the orders coming in but they let you know they are on it. Honestly they deserve to expand the corner location and have more space for all their employees to work and not have to be on top of each other. They are hard working and as a hospital employee I appreciate they are there to help me jump start my day!

  • Review 60 (2019-08-07 - Rating: 4)

    Busy, busy, busy! Yet effective and the cold brew was spot on.

  • Review 61 (2016-11-03 - Rating: 5)

    Good spot to grab a quick bite and take a coffee break.

  • Review 62 (2019-08-18 - Rating: 5)

    This is a great store, Jackie is the best manger yet!!!

  • Review 63 (2022-11-08 - Rating: 4)

    My coffee was delish. The service was quick & gud! 😂💗🆗

  • Review 64 (2022-08-04 - Rating: 5)

    The best Starbucks ever!! Customer service is like 200%!! Love them. Coming back here

  • Review 65 (2023-01-20 - Rating: 5)

    Def the best! Respectul, kind and very friendly humans being work at this shop.

  • Review 66 (2019-09-28 - Rating: 5)

    Very Busy bcuz of the Hospitals. Staff are sweet

  • Review 67 (2021-06-13 - Rating: 4)

    Busy, but of a wait, but the beverage was well made

  • Review 68 (2019-08-17 - Rating: 5)

    Great service from everyone. I have once left my card there and they all kept my card for me w/o discrepancy. They know what I want 99% of the time the other 1% is because I order something different. Great team of people who work in the early morning shift before 7 in both week days and week ends. Thank you.

  • Review 69 (2020-02-06 - Rating: 5)

    I love love love the staff here. Theyre super friendly and helpful and always have a great attitude. The drinks are fast and their mobile ordering system during a rush is super efficient and well thought out. You can tell they actually care about making their location better. S/O to the night shift and Fonzy for always being happy to see me even when I walk in 5 minutes before close, YOURE THE BEST.

  • Review 70 (2022-12-13 - Rating: 5)

    Home away from home. Love creme brulee latte

  • Review 71 (2017-07-01 - Rating: 5)

    Enjoying the theme here. Steve is really cool!

  • Review 72 (2022-02-06 - Rating: 4)

    Good service overall, sometimes they don’t have everything in the app, so double check with them if you’re not in a rush

  • Review 73 (2022-12-09 - Rating: 5)

    I got my order with no problem

  • Review 74 (2021-02-06 - Rating: 5)

    I typically come to this Starbucks and today I made my order with Cameron and his energy was awesome! His personality is also awesome! He suggested a latte for me but I wanted to really point out his great customer service he has!Keep up the great work! Ps. I love the cinnamon dolce latte !

  • Review 75 (2017-08-18 - Rating: 4)

    I stop every morning, Monday-Friday. While they are busy the employees always take the time to say hello and be as efficient as possible. I recommend using their app to order ahead, the line can be quite long.

  • Review 76 (2016-04-13 - Rating: 5)

    Super busy Starbucks. Not much standing or sitting room. They usually get my drink right, which I appreciate. The mobile order is definitely the way to go at this location. If you treat the baristas nicely, they are very nice in return!

  • Review 77 (2019-11-16 - Rating: 5)

    I rarely get Starbucks because it is expensive. However, the team at this location really made it count! The cashier was very sweet. The girl making my drink - Martha? Marsha? - she was moving so fast it was hard to read her name tag - was amazing. She asked me for clarifications on how much I wanted as I had ordered extra of certain toppings. Java chip craving successfully fulfilled. Great customer service all around!

  • Review 78 (2023-07-04 - Rating: 5)

    Best people ever

  • Review 79 (2019-01-08 - Rating: 4)

    Its my go-to Starbucks. The staff is usually friendly and efficient. Would recommend ordering ahead as the staff from the nearby hospitals make quite a line specially during the changes of shifts.

  • Review 80 (2016-07-21 - Rating: 4)

    Its OK. Outside seating is nice

  • Review 81 (2019-10-19 - Rating: 5)

    Great service and understanding if not overworked staff. I am greeted with a smile and they make sure my order is correct even during high peak hours.

  • Review 82 (2020-02-05 - Rating: 5)

    Fonzy is an incredible crew member. Super smiley always with Amazing customer service. No matter what the weather is on the outside, he is full of sunshine. He greets everyone with Hi love, what can I get you? . In general, this is a really great location and Fonzi should operate in training other Starbucks staff _ in other locations_ . 💝 Hes amazing ,

  • Review 83 (2021-05-01 - Rating: 5)

    Staff is super friendly and quick

  • Review 84 (2021-09-20 - Rating: 5)

    Best Starbucks by far. Friendly staff and and delicious drinks.

  • Review 85 (2020-11-06 - Rating: 5)

    Los and Tay are the quickest and best when I need a quick order on the go for pick up and are consistently in a positive mood , & very uplifting when my day is starting. Beyoncé’s music selection makes the store overall upliftingKEEP IT UP!!

  • Review 86 (2021-06-29 - Rating: 5)

    The staff at Starbucks on 69th is amazing!!! They are so fun and make my morning every time

  • Review 87 (2021-01-06 - Rating: 5)

    Its a pretty busy Starbucks given its location (near Memorial Sloan Kettering, and other hospitals), but its clean and the staff are very friendly and efficient.

  • Review 88 (2021-05-12 - Rating: 5)

    Great customer service. Helpful staff great drink

  • Review 89 (2018-01-09 - Rating: 5)

    Love the coffee and the sausage n cheese!

  • Review 90 (2021-02-25 - Rating: 5)

    Such a great vibe. I went in at 6am in the middle of a long birth (I’m a doula) and the baristas energy gave me liiiife. Drink was made impeccably. Music made me dance. Possibly my favorite Starbucks ever.

  • Review 91 (2018-12-11 - Rating: 4)

    Good coffee customer service great

  • Review 92 (2018-04-14 - Rating: 5)

    Love my dark roast and coconut milk

  • Review 93 (2019-03-22 - Rating: 5)

    This starbucks is awesome and the customer service is great. James, Sam and John are very polite and great at remembering orders of regulars.Its feels good to walk in a place and the staff already know your order.

  • Review 94 (2015-12-06 - Rating: 4)

    Busy place with hipsters N youngsters scanning their phones to pay for their drinks.

  • Review 95 (2020-09-02 - Rating: 5)

    I love it bc its on York ave..calmer than the other avenues

  • Review 96 (2022-01-10 - Rating: 5)

    Great place!

  • Review 97 (2018-04-16 - Rating: 5)

    Great ice blended drinks. Was not busy. And staff was really nice.

  • Review 98 (2019-08-20 - Rating: 4)

    Good service at this location, drive through window for even faster service. Good crew at this location.

  • Review 99 (2018-06-23 - Rating: 4)

    You have definitely had better coffee in most Starbucks, but at least the wait is short except when a shift changes in one of the nearby hospitals.

  • Review 100 (2019-01-16 - Rating: 5)

    Great service! Nice place to chill and hang out, yummy coffee,My favorite barista works here 😊

  • Review 101 (2019-02-09 - Rating: 5)

    Good coffee, good fast service and I was able to charge my laptop while I enjoyed my coffee

  • Review 102 (2017-06-16 - Rating: 4)

    Cant resist the smell of the coffee as I pass by everyday!

  • Review 103 (2019-02-26 - Rating: 5)

    Love me some Starbucks ! They truly know the meaning of a blk/wht hot chocolate and a blueberry muffin.

  • Review 104 (2020-12-10 - Rating: 5)

    Good vibes, good coffee, good group of people working here

  • Review 105 (2019-01-12 - Rating: 5)

    Customer care is great at this Star bucks location..

  • Review 106 (2018-06-02 - Rating: 5)

    Excellent Starbucks. Comfortable, friendly efficient baristas.

  • Review 107 (2021-03-31 - Rating: 4)

    Decent spot especially on off hours

  • Review 108 (2022-04-20 - Rating: 5)

    All the partners are very nice

  • Review 109 (2018-01-25 - Rating: 5)

    The staff is friendly! The coffee, sandwiches, & muffins are very good! Very clean!

  • Review 110 (2024-01-03 - Rating: 4)

    Silent and safe zone

  • Review 111 (2018-03-21 - Rating: 4)

    Staff was very efficient and friendly

  • Review 112 (2018-08-26 - Rating: 5)

    Starbucks is the only reason I get up in the morning.

  • Review 113 (2019-06-18 - Rating: 5)

    Great service and atmosphere!

  • Review 114 (2018-08-23 - Rating: 4)

    They run out of certain drinks quickly but thats not their fault.

  • Review 115 (2017-03-03 - Rating: 5)

    Best baristas in manhattan.

  • Review 116 (2017-06-27 - Rating: 4)

    Nice staff u can charge phone do ur thing ppl dont bother u

  • Review 117 (2021-12-14 - Rating: 5)

    Fast,quick,courteous service.coffee is splendid

  • Review 118 (2018-10-10 - Rating: 4)

    Speedy Services, Nutritional sandwiches, Tasty coffee...

  • Review 119 (2020-09-03 - Rating: 4)

    Nice servers. Willing to help.

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