Windy L.
Google
Good morning, 13 million viewers! Thank you, thank you, thank you for reading and engaging with my reviews—I love that you all follow along with my coffee adventures.
Now let’s talk Starbucks. Guys, I don’t know if it’s just me, but the Starbucks around the Boston area are slipping. Weak, watery coffee and a service experience that feels completely understaffed. Honestly, I feel like Caffè Nero and Tatte are starting to take over this city.
Here’s the thing: I love Starbucks. When I travel through D.C., Maryland, Virginia, or even Florida, the quality is consistent and strong. But here in Boston? Sketchy at best.
This visit was… mixed. The coffee itself tasted good (thankfully!), but the service was cringeworthy.
Sarah—who was clearly overworked and underpaid—was left to handle all orders, both walk-ins and mobile. I waited 10 minutes just to order, then another 15 to get my drink. By the time I got it, my phone had almost died from being in the store so long.
Sarah looked like she was ready to walk out from her job at any given moment!
With that being said, when you’re paying close to $10 for a cup of coffee, you want it right. My drink was light—about 2/3 full. When I asked if she could top it off, she told me she’d add “milk” and never circled back. After another long wait, I gave up, drank it as it was, and left.
To make things worse, the outside seating area was messy and uninviting. Coffee was fine, but for the price, portion, and service, it didn’t come close to expectations.
Starbucks, Boston—you need to step it up. Customers deserve consistency, full cups, and basic service for the price we’re paying.