Starbucks

Busy location. My drink is always made the way I like it. I do enjoy Queen West and walking down the street with my favourite drink. Thanks for making that happen Starbucks.

One thing that I expect from Starbucks is speedy and great service, which this location offers. What I like about Starbucks is that they have outlets and free wifi. So, if I’m looking to get out of the house and get some fresh air, but need battery life, wifi, tea, and snacks I know I can count on… Starbucks. And thats how I feel about Starbucks world wide, is you know what you’re getting.

This is the largest Starbucks I’ve been to — they’ve even got a second level! I like how roomy it is, but they’ve still got their tables pretty cramped together on the upper level. I think with all the many rushes they have, they don’t have time to be the neatest. But this wasn’t all that bad. They had 2 washrooms located upstairs that were in semi-​decent condition (or as good as can be for a public facility). Baristas were prompt and ready to help out, but weren’t the friendliest. Still, they served up a pretty decent shaken iced tea.

Visiting from out of town we were thirsty and needed a place to rest our feet for a few… we decided Starbucks was a nice familiar spot. The staff were SUPER friendly and we had a lovely unexpected chat — such a great energy about this Starbucks compared to others I have been to!!!

Although large, this Starbucks is noticeably dirtier (even early in the morning, especially the floors) and not as cozy. Specialty drink quality depends on the barista. Even though I go to this location when in he area, it’s my least favourite location. Although nice, the baristas haven’t tried to get to know me. With the amount of times that I have been here, they should me by name (I say this because as a former employee, I know that this is what Starbucks strives for). There is another location just one block west that may be better.

I always come here to be inspired when the writers block sets in I am currently writing a novel about an english bulldog turned private detective who is hired to investigate the assassination of MLK Jr. during the american civil rights movement of the 1960’s. The staff are super friendly and always make my chai latte just the way i like it.

Stop going to starbucks. It sucks. The coffee sucks. The experience is bland. The whole time you’re there you are a sucker. Stop.

The staff are what make this space special. Always happy to see who is behind the counter.

I’m not normally one to review a Starbucks, but there’s something special about this location. Although being at the foot of Ossington means this Starbucks has lots of competition in the coffee shop department, I have found myself here time and time again.
The split levels and large communal table make this an inviting place to work, and, as a writer, I have found it to be a source or great inspiration. I once witnessed the quiet unfolding of a relationship here, the tale of two lovers unravelling while sipping clover pressed coffees, a unique addition to this location, as they wiped tears away with winter mittens. For some reason it is an image I often remember when I find myself here, often on Sundays.
The crowd at this location is mixed, but usually its people working on laptops or college and university students studying notes. I feel surrounded by people working on great pieces of work and it gives me the impression that something magical happens here. The staff are incredibly polite and always smiling, and the music is soft and subtle, though often quite coffee shop chic. This Starbucks is unlike any other one in the city (at least that I have visited) and as far as the chain is concerned it’s kind of in a league of its own. It’s lovely grabbing a seat by the window and watching snowflakes fall along queen street west, or simply heading upstairs to sequester yourself on the balcony with headphones and hot coffee.
I am tempted to give it 5 stars because it really is quite lovely, but Starbucks coffee itself is certainly not my favourite brew along the Ossington strip. For tastier and more aromatic coffee, just walk north up Ossington. But for a comforting and familiar feeling, stay here.

I was on a bit of a coffee shop tour yesterday and came across this Starbucks location. To my surprise, it was not your typical Starbucks — it had two levels! The use of space is so smart. I felt invited to work on the second floor. Service was fabulous and quick to serve.
I will definitely be back to chill out and work in this space in the future!

This Starbucks located right at the corner of Queen and Ossington has an unique set up.
High Ceiling in the centre with communal table and a lot of bar stools around the huge windows overlooking the street. If you want more privacy, there is a loft area with a whole bunch of table for 2.
Great location to meet up before an evening night out for some food and drinks in the area. or even for some espresso that might help with the hungover on a Sunday morning!