Super easy Starbucks to visit. I was running errands and zzzzzzz. I decided to try to caffeinate here even though it's not my usual store. Some Starbucks take FOREVER when you drop in to order coffee, because mobile orders get priority and you wait forever when you just show up. But there was no line at 2 pm, my drink came out fast. Easy parking, easy on and off ECR. Good to know I can stop here again and be in, out, and caffeinated! read more

A very comfy and quiet location tucked away off the freeway and main road. Enough chairs inside and outside for anyone to enjoy their beverage. I chose to enjoy mine inside as the AC was on full blast. Service is quick and served with a smile. My drink was perfect. Just the right amount of caffeine to get me through my workday. I wouldn't hesitate to drop in again when in the area. read more

Starbucks - Coffee pick me up in the afternoon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Apparently, this location grows its own coffee beans, harvests them, roasts them, and then makes your drink. I stopped in at 11 AM, and despite the place being practically empty, it took nearly 30 minutes to make ONE coffee. For over $10 a cup, I expected caffeine, not a lesson in patience. I could have gone to a sit-down restaurant, ordered a steak, eaten it, paid the bill, and still made it back before my coffee was ready. And this isn't a one-time fluke. It's the same painfully slow experience every time I visit this location. At this point, it's not a staffing issue, it's a management achievement. Thirty minutes. Ten dollars. One coffee. Zero customers. Never again. Next time I'll just fly to Colombia and pick the beans myself. Probably faster. read more

This location can be a bit difficult to get in and out of quickly since the parking lot is always full and there is no drive through, BUT when you do find parking or can drop someone off to pick up, it's fantastic! I typically order ahead here so I can grab drinks/food quickly or again send someone in to grab everything without needing to find parking. It's worth coming here too because their drink quality has always been good along with the baristas' efficiency. During my most recent visit, I only ordered food (breakfast sandwiches) to go. They were perfect! Nicely warmed and absolutely delicious. read more

When I went to go get Starbucks the barista there was one of the sweetest/kindest person I've ever met. I didnt catch her name but her vibes were high... and she even paid the 2 dollars that I didnt have. Even the pink drink that I ordered was delicious! Please give this girl a raise. Since I didnt know her name she has blue and black hair. I would rate this experience a 5/5 stars read more

The staff here are noticeably slower than the staff up the street at RSF and La Costa. It must be a management issue. Pick up the pace guys.

Instantly greeted by 3 baristas, even tho it was busy. Cass was main person very nice and super friendly greeting with smile from lindsey. Very impressive crew! I've been to Starbucks all over so cal probably 50 times in the last two months and this is the only time I've written a review :) big tip great service! read more

Starbucks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I had the best experience at this Starbucks location! Kevin is an angel. We drove down from LA for wedding dress shopping and wanted a caffeine pick me up on the way home - he literally opened up the door for me and made me a drink past closing time!! What an angel. Thank you so much! read more

Another bike ride stop at 11:30am today, and I witnessed two super awesome servers. The first, the lady that took my order - let's call her Mary. In front of me in line was literally the most indecisive person I've ever met - an early 20's girl talking to herself and her boyfriend (I assume) about what to order but wasn't getting anywhere. Mary smiled, asked helpful questions like "do you want something without caffiene?" but wasn't making much progress. I think the boyfriend felt some pain too, and started suggesting "how about black tea lemonade, you'll probably like that." But early 20's girl just kept on talking to herself, and maybe about 3 minutes later, she finally landed on "green tea lemonade" or something like that. If I were Mary, I probably would have reached over to strangle her but Mary simply smiled, told early 20's girl to take her time, and even encouraged her "I understand, it's difficult to decide sometimes." If I own a coffee shop, I'm hiring her! So then, I ordered and waited for my iced shaken expresso. I thought Mary was patient...then I witnessed the Barrista. Before she started on my beverage, she was making a cold brew for this middle aged lady (we'll call her "Mildred") and when done, Barrista said to Mildred, "let me know if there's anything else I can do." Bad question as Mildred had infinite ideas on what else to do. Mildred asks "more cinnamon please". Barrista complies and shakes more cinnamon into the drink. Mildred takes a sip. "Nope, need some more. Can I do it?" Barrista hands Midred the cinnamon and Midred goes to town on the cinnamon like she's about to bake cinnamon roll. "Anything else?" Madame 2 asks. Midred says, after taking a sip, "can you add more milk please?" "Of course - whole or 2%?" "2% please." Barrista adds the milk. Mildred takes a sip. "A little more." And at this point, the cup is getting pretty full, but still not to the top. Mildred then asks, "can I have a bigger cup?" Barrista smilingly pours the drink into a bigger cup. Mildred then takes the cinnamon shaker and goes to town a little bit more to complete her coffee flavored cinnamon drink. Anyway, kudos to Mary & Barrista - you two are role models for food service servers! read more

They don't know how to make lattes! Just hot milk and NO coffee taste! Don't waste your money here.

Before heading up to our trip to Disneyland, my sister and I placed a mobile order to this location. I don't come to this Starbucks often, but the order was ready within a couple minutes. The staff was super cheerful for an early morning! They don't have a drive-thru and parking can be tough depending on how busy the broken yolk cafe is next door. read more

Great service, especially from Eric and Kim. Friendly customers and excellent coffee. Nice ambiance and good location.

Nice ambiance at this Starbucks. Friendly service. Delicious chocolate chip cookies and pumpkin loaf. Great Blonde Coffee. read more

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Usually i go to this Starbucks and do a mobile order because i feel embarrassed about changing the custom order on the menu, also i forget the specific names of the customization, Also, the mobile order wouldn't let me get the 10%discount for using a personal cup..wasn't sure if it was what i ordered or if its not there anymore. Anyway, onto the service...i was greeted by judgement, i tried to be polite, i might sound like a dummy who doesn't know what they are talking about...i usually don't, again why i use mobile order. The person who rang me up at the register was a heavy person with attitude and judgement. I tried my best to remember about adding and removing some items and they asked me with short patience. I didn't understand why but then as i waited i realized they were leaving and I was probably the last one before their shift ended. NOT OKAY! We all have bad days but everyone but the heavy person had great positive attitudes. Just because your shift is ending doesn't mean you can take it out on us. You get up early and Thats amazing and am truly thankful for handling so many of us in the mornings but still not acceptable! read more

Starbucks - The one with the ponytail is the rude one, the lady in the hat was super sweet, I was hoping she was going to ring me up at the register. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

This is my regular study spot; the location is great and baristas are professional. I really enjoyed the spicy lemonades they had this spring! read more

Starbucks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

This Starbucks location is truly awesome! It always has a friendly staff, is super clean, and the line moves efficiently and quickly. I know that I can always count on the wifi here to get my work done and there's plenty of parking too. One WARNING is that you need to be VERY CAREFUL of people, standing outside this business, claiming that they are representing a charity, and asking you to buy a Starbucks or Merchandise, or Bank gift card to give to their cause!!! This ALSO includes friends, family, and associates who might claim to be doing an "Annual Holiday Gift Card Drive" for various Charitable Organizations, Children's Hospitals, environmental causes, etc. IT"S A SCAM!!! Reputable non-profit organizations DO NOT ask for merchandise or bank gift cards due to the high level of theft and the inability to account for the funds. Often times the perp may try to justify their actions by only donating a portion of what they have collected and then will keep the rest for themselves. It's still ghetto and illegal af. Gift Card Scams are both Criminal and Federal offenses so if someone approaches you outside this Starbucks, online, by phone, or in person claiming to be doing a Gift, Merchandise, or Bank Card "drive", you should call the Carlsbad Police Department at (760) 931-2197, the Encinitas Sheriff's Department at (760) 966-3500, and the Federal Trade Commission https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/, and report them!! read more

The location itself is not convenient and all the way in the back corner of the center. Minimal parking is available no matter what time you go. Staff needs customer service training. Walked in and saw 3 staff members focused on hanging up some sort of sign. Not 1 of them were checking to see if there were customers in line and were too focused on their "project". Is this a construction zone or a Starbucks? Stood there awkwardly waiting for someone to acknowledge me and when they finally did no apology was given, no sorry for waiting, etc then when I did order I got a sarcastic remark from staff. I guess this location doesn't like customers. read more

This starbucks is great I like coming to this one. They are fast. I really enjoy Allison. Always get amazing drinks from her.

Clean Starbucks. Social Distanced and dividers between the staff and customers. This is another typical Starbucks and with friendly staff. Ordered their Flavored Tea Drinks during a hot over 105-degree day. Good job Starbucks. Drinks came out perfect. read more

Starbucks - the inside of a starbucks coffee shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Great Starbucks, located amongst a very crowded shopping center right next to Broken Yolk in La Costa. This place is always pretty crowded, but the service is always great and the product is always fantastic. This is a definite 4 star location because the outdoor seating is plentiful and the ambiance is wonderful. I would definitely recommend coming in, grabbing a latte and sitting outside to enjoy... Only downside is that parking can be a pain in the butt, especially on weekday mornings... Pros- Service Size Drinks Outdoor seating Location Dogs on the patio Cons- Crowded Parking read more

I like this Starbucks and have been coming here for months to do some work after work. I've also been here before work or on my off days to hang out with my kids. There's plenty of seating outside as well as inside, though it gets packed in the mornings. My order always comes out rather quickly and is done correctly. I also want to mention that months ago, there was the monster frappucino that came out and while I was working, they came around offering several samples of it. My kids loved it and I really appreciate the kind gesture of having them have seconds. Personally the frappucino wasn't my thing, but it was cute since it was around Halloween time. There's also a bit more healthier options for my kids and the non-caffeine drinkers. I was working long hours and sometimes, my kids and I would sit there for hours, so the fact that they offer string cheese, fruit, sandwiches and salads, really helps make my life a bit easier. Now that my house is updated and complete, I don't come here as often to work, but when I do come, it's still a quick and pleasant experience every time. read more

I don't usual like Starbucks but sometimes this place is near my walk with my dog and I just need a place to chill with him. The service is friendly just as long as you avoid the busy times in this location. Otherwise, busy times result in a cashier that is friendly, but a barista that has no personality. The drinks are standard SB quality. I usually get the iced drinks here to mask the SB coffee I'm not fond of. So actually 3 of the stars goes to customer service and plenty of outside sunny seating. read more

This store will always be my home. Steph makes it that way. I love you all! Highly recommend going here if you want drinks made correctly and want friendly baristas. One of the few stores that actually knows how to make a London fog tea latte correctly! read more

This Starbucks always messes up my orders. Today for example I ask for a pineapple passion fruit drink and they give me a regular pineapple drink. After I bring it up to them they get an attitude about having to remake something. Crappy personalities on the baristas. It's not the customers fault you did it wrong. She dumped the wrong drink right in front of us with an attitude. Get some people that wanna be there Starbucks. read more

The staff here, especially Becky, is very helpful, responsive, and community-oriented. Love these guys!

Good 'ol Starbucks.. when my caffeine cravings kick in and I'm in the area this Starbucks location satisfies the fix. I've hung out here on the patio outside, and chilled on the inside, and sometimes I'll just take my drink for the road. The coffees, teas, and food here are your typical Starbucks options and they make the drinks perfectly to get your sip on! I've also gotten the breakfast sandwiches here which is satisfying downing it with my iced drinks. They are friendly here and pretty efficient so speedy service before you know it your drink is ready. The only thing downside here is Broken Yolk next door can make the parking lot crowded in the mornings especially on weekends so be prepared for a little walk. ;P read more

Starbucks - Iced Tea Latte with Sausage, Egg, and Cheddar Breakfast Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Good things first: the employee who took care of me was personable and I received my coffee within a reasonable timeframe. Unfortunately nothing else was good. My coffee was watery and didn't taste like much, which is unusual for Starbucks. The outdoor seating area looked desolate, with furniture placed willy-nilly and lacking shade. All outside tables were filthy. The trash can was full (I visited in the early afternoon and the store did not appear busy). The seating areas close to the wall/windows had a smell of garbage and old cigarettes. Since this location is right next to a very busy intersection, traffic noise was overwhelming and this was not helped by the loud and annoying Sinatra songs piped through Starbucks' outdoor speakers. An unpleasant experience all a round, except for my interaction with the employee. read more

After being coffee free for months, I decided to splurge on a drink I hadn't had in a very long time. I was treated to a Skinny Peppermint Mocha (tall, no whip, extra hot). From my research, it was about 100 cals, which was perfect. The flavor was good and I enjoyed my drink. I just hope I don't relapse back into my coffee habit because the drink was so delish! There is indoor and outdoor seating. Other eateries are shared within this complex. Sits next to Broken Yolk Cafe. We opted to sit in the cushy sitting area, which is a perfect place to sit when the sun is setting over the ocean. read more

Skip this Starbucks! It SUCKS!!!! They are extremely slow. They are always, always, always, backed up on mobile orders, put WAY too much ice in your drinks and mess up constantly on what the orders say. Bottom line... this one sucks. I try and try again and don't know why I do. Late to work EVERY time. And they have zero cares. HATE this one. read more

This location needs a new manager. You order your coffee & a breakfast sandwich. It takes 8 minutes and you need to ask about your order. This happened this morning and has happened everytime I go there. Will today is the last time I will ever go to any Starbucks again. Bad service and it is not just this location. It happens at most of them. Now if you want to know a fast place to get a coffee & a bagel, and the bagels are just like a New York-style bagel. Try Garden State bagel in Encinitas. If you want to see what I'm talking about. Stop in and set your clock. You will be in & out in less then 5 minutes With a fresh-made daily bagel egg & cheese, bacon breakfast sandwich that will fill you up and leave you satisfied for there day. read more

I like this Starbucks. The staff are friendly and quick. It is very clean and well kept, and spacious. My drink was perfectly made. The location is good. read more

Clean store, good service, made our drinks fairly quick and accurate and also gave a complimentary "puppuccino" for our fur child read more

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These two baristas were the worst! On Wednesday 7/22 around 11:00 am. I buy the same drink everyday at various Starbucks. I've been told that the the skinny latte has 2% milk by default on their menu, only the syrup is skinny. That's just how I want my drink not non fat milk! The barista literally argued with a loud voice that the skinny latte always is made with non fat milk. Ask your other stores dude! What a rude guy! Maybe a time for a job change or at least an attitude change! Well I won't be back to this location! He finally took the other drink back and made a new one that looked like solid milk really? read more

Talk about dawn patrol. Dawn patrol refers to neither myself nor my coworker (nor the dedicated surfers to catch the first wave of the day in this case), who we each were up at 430a and out the door at 545a for a day trip to LA for a conference. We had little time to spare since we had to hit the road. Now: but not before we had to stop to get something quick: coffee. I needed caffeine to fill that sleepful crack in head and carry me through the morning. We pulled up. I studied the seeming dawn patrol, the first patrons at a coffee shop: the plethora of elderly dudes reading the paper; the business man prepping for work; the student on his laptop making use of the free wi-fi for Facebook. Hey, how can you not try to peek at the monitor and notice the new Facebook layout that everyone is bitchin' about? I can't find my apps? I can't find my way around this frakkin layout? I don't care how many pieces of flair you got? Scrabulous is gone? It's legit Scrabble? Zombie wars again?! Regardless, who are you peeps at 545a? What time do you wake up? Comment my status pleeeease. Starbucks isn't my usual thang, but I do go to them when it's convenient - more like - when I have no choice. What's interesting is although it is corporate evil, it does bring a bit of life to the suburbs allowing peeps a place to hang out and chat and visit with pals. Even at this early morning. read more

I enjoy this Starbucks. It is small but efficient and there is plenty of seating as well as a ton outside in the shared Courtyard. From table and chairs to comfy couches. Newspapers always available and locals either chatting, working or reading. Large parking lot so that's never a problem. read more

Before it was pleasant come to Carlsbad La Costa location cafeteria but things change to worse Soft sofa was removed outside and tables are super dirty. Looks like no one anymore cares about, very disappointed read more

Starbucks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

My tip for this Starbucks: Order your drink, do your grocery shopping and then come pick up your drink. It will take that long. There's a young woman working there with shaggy hair covering her eyes. Her hat just sits on top of her giant dome, holding on for dear life. If she's working the bar, have extra patience. She can only manage to prepare one drink at a time. I ordered 2 of the same drink to simplify things for her, it still back-fired on me: I give up on this Starbucks. I recommend the La Costa Roasting Company. read more

Great outdoor section, small indoor seating area, friendly cheerful staff and still the best brewed coffee. A nice array of people watching on your down time & some old-timer characters lounging daily that make me laugh. Its possible the next generation Versace concept clothing line just must be signed here. Business of all sorts is happening here. Yet you have all the La Costa Country Club coming in and Yoga peeps on a reg, so its dif a wide mix. read more

Starbucks - The daily Bucks club! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I've been to this location a few times now when visiting friends. First thing that struck me is that there is lots of seating, with couches, tables and places to hang. That makes for a good studying starbucks! The service here was polite, fast and made my drink well. Lots of parking in the lot as well! read more

This location tends to get really really busy at around the 7:30-9am hours. Just be sure to plan your time accordingly because this line can get out the door sometimes. The staff here in nice. I'm not sure if it's just this location or others, but the past two days I've come in and ordered just a regular Iced Coffee and I was on high alert ALL DAY. Just be careful of the caffeine intake all you yelpers! Their pastry that I enjoy most here is their blueberry oat bar. Their bagels are nice and delicious and their butter is a weird thick creamy salty sensation that coats your tongue and thoart.... ENJOY! read more