Ordered in the drive through, the person was nice and efficient, and when I told them it was my brothers birthday they made him a quick drink and wrote a cute happy birthday message! Thanks for making his day a little nicer :) read more

Terrible service at this store. No acknowledgement, only 2 employees working, and waited 30 additional minutes for the mobile order we submitted before reaching the store. read more

Starbucks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

A busy Starbucks that is tucked towards the end of the strip mall. It does have a drive thru and a good amount of parking. It's clean and has a friendly staff. My go to spot for my caffeine fix when in San Marcos. They never are out of any food items too, which is great! read more

Starbucks - National Coffee Day 2025 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

Good morning! This place is a refuge to get out of the house early Saturday as everyone is still asleep. I did say I wanted a "for here" coffee so I can do some work (alas I guess it's a thing of the past as I got a "to go" cup) and got myself an oatmeal for breakfast. It's a good location then again there are two other locations within a mile and a half from here. Friendly and helpful staff. This location is your standard SBUx location and checks all of the box. read more

Starbucks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

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This location is usually crazy busy. There are great downtimes to go where you won't have to wait or at least wait a lot less time than usual, but usually it's inconvenient times. While the wait time either in ordering or waiting for drinks/food may be long, the baristas are all kind and welcoming. Waiting is usually worth it because the quality of their food and drinks have always been high. During my most recent visit, this was no exception. Our drinks were delicious! I also ordered ahead and no one was in line so the drinks were ready immediately. Totally a win! read more

I got venti... more like a grande. Cause wtf pure ice, hardly any milk. Not even close to being filled to the top. I don't know if they stingy with their milk but this is not okay. read more

Starbucks - Got an ice Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espress. A LOT of ICE literally. It's not even filled up to the top. Pure fucking ice. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

Easy off and on the 78 fwy. Busy location. Kind of tucked away in the corner of the shopping area. The brewed coffees are SO HOT now with the new machines but I like that there aren't occurrences or coffee grounds in my coffee now. I noticed the area to put sugar and cream in has shrunk considerably. Bring back the bigger counter for that please. read more

Starbucks - Tiny space to add sugar and cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

What a difference a location makes! Dennis greeted us right away and was phenomenal! Super friendly and helpful. This Starbucks is clean and bright and has a drive thru. My Americano was the perfect temperature (ordered with a couple ice cubes to be drinkable, but still hot) and my husband's light iced vanilla sweet cream cold brew was delicious! Thank you for providing great customer service. read more

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I don't think I have really been to a Starbucks I didn't like. They are quick, convenient and have good drinks (at least the caramel macchiatos and americanos I get are always tasty). The staff is always super nice as well and this location was no different. Plenty of seating if you want to sip and chat or even if you are driving through nd need a quick pick me up. They also have a nice variety of snacks to munch on if needed. read more

Awesome store! Employees are great, I love doing my school work here. They have lots of outlets so my electronics are always charged. They provide high quality drinks as well. The vibe here is mellow! This location is great! read more

Starbucks - Main lobby tables - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

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Why was it impossible to order a Iced London Fog in a Trenta size? Been to many Starbucks not an issue glad to make it for me. But the manager would not allow the drinks to be made. Never has a manager needed to be asked. Really? So, I bought two Venti's which I am costed more. Customer service at its best. Disappointed. read more

Had a horrible experience at this location. I added oatmilk to my iced doppio and they didn't fill up my cup (tall) it wasn't even a venti. They said they had to charge me a latte? But yet Starbucks should not charge for non dairy ‍ Greedy management is in charge. read more

I recently found some gift cards for Starbucks and grudgingly decided to use them. This location, by far, has the best service I have had at a Starbucks. There hasn't been one time they haven't said hello when I come in, offer help when I'm still deciding, and just at least seem like they actually want you to enjoy your experience at the store. The drive thru goes fast, but I like going inside the most. The employees just seem happy. It's refreshing especially after a long day or first thing in the morning. read more

Great service, Caddy and Shaylee assisted me with finding my new favorite drink and pastry! Great environment, I got to get a lot of work done and lock in. read more

I almost always have a great experience at this location, but haven't been here in a couple months and very thrown off by the interaction that I just had. I asked for a grande, hot coffee with protein cold foam, and she immediately said no, We can't do that. I asked her if she could just leave room in the cup and put the protein cold from on top. She got a little flustered, went and asked some coworkers, to which two of them also said no. Finding it strange that this is a beverage that I am requesting that I am going to drink. I wasn't sure why it couldn't be done. She mentioned that it would curdle on top, which I said that I was fine with and again, She said that she couldn't do it. I asked for a hot coffee and to leave room for cream and a side of the protein cold foam, and did it myself. Very thrown off by the customer experience as it's my drink, and I believe it should be made the way that I want it without a no. read more

Starbucks - DIY Protein cold foam HOT COFFEE - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

Good atmosphere with positive people around but there are some things that i want to say it's a repetitive thing , it's no hard feelings I'm not upset , it's just when we order our drinks as customers make sure you double check what the customer drink order slip says and do it instead of rushing fast , take your time , their no race unless you have to (: I wish you best of luck read more

Sometimes the restrooms are closed inside but the employees are nice, drinks were good, and they have a drive-thru. read more

Starbucks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

Today a very kind barista named Nikki turned my not so good day around by providing me gift. It was a selfless act and she did it with a sincere smile on her face. I'm a single Mama of two beautiful babies and I needed a reset from today. And she provided that and more. Thank you Nikki. I hope karma gets you back..soon. read more

Every time I come to this Starbucks it is a breath of fresh air. I love every staff member here, everyone is such wonderful individuals. Lauren and Tyler are absolutely amazing people here, they totally made my day today. Dolly is a sweetheart too. She helped comfort me when I was having a really bad morning one day, and she exchanged genuine kind words to help me feel better. To who this may concern: please give these individuals a raise or a huge kudos or bonus: they shine, and are such great people who work so hard. Everyone I meet here is an absolutely gem, they make delicious drinks, go above and beyond, they give excellent customer service; so be sure to show appreciation and give a cash tip. A random fun fact of this location, if you come here enough, you may get to meet or encounter a very positive regular who has a fun hat, and he always says some kind words to many of the workers or people in the lobby. It totally lifts up the day and environment. The workers and even some customers like the regular I mentioned, all have an energetic, positive, pep in their step. It is absolutely delightful. Holiday (Christmas ) featured drinks are out now, Creme Brule is delicious! I got to try it with sugar cookie and it was very yummy! However drinks are always tasty and fantastic all year round. Notes: Definitely grab a Starbucks gift card gather points to eventually redeem free goodies/drinks. If you register the card that you keep to reload for points on the Starbucks app you get to also order ahead online and skip the line. And you have a digital copy of your gift card that you load cash into in the case if you ever misplace/lose it. (Our phone is practically attached to our bodies so might as well get the app for the digital back up as well as exploring the menu at your favorite Starbucks location near you, and more app benefits). *To those who work at Starbucks, please correct me if I'm wrong or information has changed since. I took a good handful of these pictures prior to the renovations. 2 Gender neutral restroom(s) with out codes. (One of the restrooms are closed off but I still see some people sneak behind the closed tape sometimes). I do not recommend this, nor have I done it, to be respectful to the workers here. If it is an absolute must, I would recommend getting permission from a worker here if you use the closed off restroom. They have a drive through. For those who still play Pokémon Go there are 3 "gyms" and 2 "Pokéstops" which results a cluster of spawned Pokémon here. This location is located in "Grand Plaza", in San Marcos, which you can look up in Google maps instead of remembering it is the San Marcos Las Posas location or other ways to remember. There are also really great food from the neighboring restaurants to enjoy. The store and restroom(s) are very clean. There are a couple of close by outdoor trash bins as well as the opportunity to recycle or throw away trash inside on their napkin station. The water is triple filtered and always is crisp and refreshing. (It's better quality and tastes better than bottled water). Be sure to wait in line even if you just ask for a cup of water, to be courteous to everyone. Other than drinks ; there are many tasty pasteries, treats, breakfast sandwiches, fruits, vegetables, and more snacks or power meals to eat. There is a lot of dine in and patio seating with a few umbrellas. Overall, wonderful store inside and out. Great, clean, fun, positive, uplifting environment, terrific staff, food and drinks are delicious! read more

Starbucks - Half Sugar Cookie half Creme Brule absolutely delicious - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

I don't get why most people just go on Yelp to complain. I love this Starbucks location! They are all AMAZING! I will go out of my way to get coffee from this location....... read more

I ordered a Carmel Frappuccino...they did a good job with my drink...they were very busy....but server greated us when we came into the store. The store was clean and orderly. The food looked good, but I didn't order anything because we were going out to dinner later. Had a good feeling about this store...even though they were very busy. read more

Food is always good but seriously guys... you couldn't just toast a new bagel if you cut it bad. Like what is this. Looks half eaten... read more

Starbucks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

This is definitely my favorite Starbucks to visit. Best experience when going through the drive thru to pick up my mobile orders, they are always efficient and friendly. Not sure the name of the gentleman who hands me my drink (every time I go it seems like) but him remembering my straw even when I forget to ask is awesome and so appreciated. Mainly writing this review because how impressed I was with how they handled an issue I had. I called the store about a missing item on my order, immediately they knew what I was talking about apologized and told me I could come back for a refund or that food item whenever was convenient. Went back the next day and was surprised that not only were they expecting me but even gave me a little extra for the trouble. Was not expecting it but definitely appreciated their efforts in making sure I was taken care of. Amazing! read more

Starbucks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

Today I came through the drive thru. Ordered a drink I saw on tik tok. Got to the window and showed the girl my phone. Guess I had missed some items when I ordered. Without hesitation, the girl said no problem, looked my phone over and got to making my drink. Both girls that were working on my drink could not have been any nicer and understanding. Sometimes when a place doesn't produce good food or drinks, the service makes it all worth it. And in this case, the girls were awesome and the drink was very tasty, even if they didn't have the guava. I don't live close by, but next time I'm in the area, I will be back. read more

Starbucks - Tik tok drink minus the guava - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

I had a rough start I had a rough morning and wanted to treat myself to a drink and some food for my workday. I ordered in advance since I know this location gets busy. I was able to find 2/3 things from my order at the pick up area.and I waited for help. The first employee was busy and ignored me. The second one I saw seemed just as busy and I had to ask her for my 3rd item. I was busy too since I had to be at work & could not wait around all morning. She snapped that I need to get it myself out of the food case. I snapped back telling her I had no ideas since I never ordered cold food through the app. She snapped it's so the food stays cool. I get it and appreciate it, but it was a very cold morning and I don't think the food would've spoiled that quickly. Then I asked her for a water cup and and a bag since I had two food items. She snapped again and told me to ask the cashier. The cashier seemed nicer. She did forget my bag so I had to ask her again. I do not think I will return to this location which is unfortunate since it is close to my work. I know it was rush hour for them, but the attitude was extremely frustrating and unprofessional. read more

Today I was in need of a coffee. 1st time at this location. The drive thru was packed. I figured since all I wanted was a regular drop coffee it would be much faster to go inside. As I entered I was the only 1 in line. I stood and stood. While 4 employees worked on the drive thru orders. It's not like I was out of site. 1 guy kept walking by the register and another person was 4 ft away. Finally someone ask oh have u been help? I said no..oh someone will be right w you. Ok I stood and stood...all I want is a dang drip coffee. It seemed like it was a major inconvenience for me to be inside. If I wasn't so in need of caffeine I would of walked out Totally time at the counter 6 mins. I get drive thru is important, but u would think they could have at least 1 of the 4 employees helping inside. Wont be going bk anytime soon read more

Slowest Starbucks west of the Mississippi. Don't mobile or walk in. They prioritize the drive thru. Standing at the cashier, looking at people stand around, I've had to tell employees I was ready to order. read more

First time in that location. I had a business meeting, the place was very loud, not conducive to conversation and I would describe the atmosphere and decor as industrial at best read more

I usually don't review Starbucks but I wanted to say that o love the remodel and also a shout out to the girl with the awesome tattoos and the "pinup" vibe. She is so nice and down to earth. I have had over the years (decades) had so many pot experiences at the baristas who have an over inflated ego (especially sadly in Seattle area) and she is just wonderful. Thank you and make sure the rest of your staff understands the concept of see Tried to take a star off as the pigtailed manager yelled at her employee in front of me very bad will just contact corporate company read more

Great baristas and clean location. Ordered 12 items and they all were spot on. Good coffee, great location and satisfying food. If your server greets you with a smile and a fantastic attitude followed by the coffee and food you expect from a Starbucks...what else is there to say? read more

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I ordered a venti espresso Frappuccino, decaf. They hand me a milky white drink. I asked, if it had coffee in it? She said, "no, you wanted decaf." Now mind you, I'm not the professional barista. I said, "but it's an espresso drink and I wanted the espresso decaf." She said, "hold on." And leaves to speak to the person in charge that knows about coffee since it's a coffee house. She comes back and says, "you ordered an Espresso Frappuccino decaf and we removed ALL caffeine including the Frappuccino roast pumps. Would you like a straw?" Baristas, ESPRESSO coffee comes from a dark roast coffee bean. Decaf is the same coffee with the caffeine removed. An espresso beverage is normally served with a shot or multiples thereof. When one orders any espresso beverage, decaf, it simply means to make the shot decaf. I did attempt to address my grievance with the first barista, then she took it to the lead barista and I was shot down by both and was not going to argue at the window. Good grief, Starbucks. read more

This Starbucks is super slow, rude, and never makes drinks correctly. My entire job finds this location to be the worst in San Marcos. We drive all the way to Twin Oaks when the one on Knoll is closed because this one sucks so badly. They don't greet people walking in. They will not give you your mobile order in a timely fashion, when it's already ready. I've had to climb on the counter twice to grab my own drink and food because they wouldnt acknowledge the customers in the lobby, and my items were getting cold, only to taste them and they were made horribly. This place will ruin anyone's morning. They can at least pretend to enjoy working... otherwise, the coffee industry isn't for them. read more

We were in the same plaza for lunch (Boudin), dessert (Menchies), and then sis ordered me an iced coffee right next door at this Starbucks. It's pretty spacious and we didn't realize there was also a drive thru. Sis uses the mobile app to order our coffees now and this location had the iced coffee ready on the counter by the time I arrived (less than 5 min later). The coffee was sitting there, at the pick up counter, ready to go so that was awesome. There was no staff interaction so we always wonder if some random person can just take off with a mobile order. My iced coffee was made nicely albeit a bit strong. Regardless, we liked this location and the efficiency the baristas had with our order that afternoon. read more

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So many small failures. Service slow with few customers. Nobody at the cash register for minutes. Ordered a Vente, received a Grande. They put "Garrett" on the cup and Sandwich, not "Gary". No Splenda at the condiment counter. Only one unmarked milk/cream container at condiment station. (Who knows what was in it?) I know, these are all 1st world problems, but I've never seen any Starbucks get so many details wrong in one visit. My first and last visit to this Starbucks at the corner of Grand and Las Posas in San Marcos, CA. read more

Starbucks - Starbucks on Las Posas - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

This Starbucks seriously sucks. Extremely long wait. A pour over will take 20mins per what teller said and won't give water due to "no cups". Hello, you are a giant beverage seller. Ridiculous. Will never come back to this location again. Sucks. read more

Starbucks - Long wait - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, California

Dear Starbucks employee that came to the drive thru window AFTER another employee had already scanned my phone for my order just to be a smart ass and condescendingly ask me if I have a mask and to inform me "just so you know all drive thrus require you to wear a mask..." Oh really? I'm a nurse, work in this field day in and day out since before this COVID started and clearly had on my uniform with my name badge that states "nurse" on it. MOST drive ways that require a mask states so at the ordering kiosk as well as the drive thru window for patrons to wear a mask. How about you guys consider doing that? I don't recall the guy in the car in front of me wearing a mask either but I guess you felt the need to be a big boss and make a point that the other employee failed to do so. The requirement is actually a mask when going into an establishment and to follow that establishments requirements to which SHOULD and ALMOST ALWAYS is posted before entering or when ordering. Don't be an ass next time lady and if you want to enforce a rule, have it clearly stated and make sure ALL patrons follow your requirements! read more

This Starbucks is conveniently located for me, so I find myself there often.... too often. Yes, the drive thru line can get long, but I've always found it to move quickly. The team members I've interacted with have always had a smile on their face and gave me the impression that they cared about me as a customer. My usual order is a venti white mocha latte with the bacon & gouda breakfast sandwich. Every time I've been, the food has been delectable, warm, and deliciously satisfying. The drinks are always hot and flavored just right. Sometimes, at the drive thru locations, I've noticed that if you're a walk-in customer you can feel a bit second-tier compared to the car driving customers. However, I've never gotten this impression at this location - whenever I walk in they are happy and eager to help, and my order is always relatively quick depending on how busy they are! If a team member sees you waiting and even one order is out before yours, they'll check in and ask what you've got and they'll make sure it's in progress - love it! Keep up the good work Starbucks Las Posas team! I know you're putting smiles on lots of faces during weekday mornings, and that's pretty awesome. read more

Omg I just went and had the best experience. The employees instantly felt like my friends because of their friendliness and outgoing personalities. Also the drinks were amazing!! I asked for a pink drink light ice and they filled that damn cup to the BRIM I was so pumped - and tasted great!!!!! Totally made my day coming here :) read more

I've been drinking coffee for many years(over 50 Years) and have been a Starbuck Gold card holder for many of those years. This place messed-up my two item order and the coffee was very weak. I had to go back to the counter to get my forgotten order of "Pike". it was so weak, I ask for a replacement. The guy at the counter apologized and said he would take care of me. He said he would brew another cup, he said he would bring it out . He forgot about me, I went back to the counter again and he gave me another cup of 'Jo. He didn't brew it as it tasted to same. %$@'ers! read more

Yeah I keep forgetting to avoid this place. This tall dude can't take a simple order. I ask for a banana loaf and I get a pumpkin loaf. Go to the Starbucks by home Depot it's around the corner they do a good job. read more