My favorite Starbucks in town! They have spaces right out front to conveniently stop by and pick up your mobile orders, the baristas are very friendly, never rude and often ask to remake my drink if it takes me a bit to get there. I always get the same thing to drink, a nitro cold brew with sweet cream foam on top - it's like crack. Then I alternate between the double smoked bacon, cheddar & egg sandwich and the bacon & gruyere egg bits.The vibes are chill and the place is relatively quiet compared to other locations. read more

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Second visit and ordered a bit of a complicated order. A customized Iced Shaken Espresso. Service is phenomenal..each visit the drink was ready before I arrived, which is great compared to other locations. The staff greeted me each time and was very friendly. Will definitely return. read more

Starbucks - Iced Shaken Expresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Best Starbucks in tampa. All the workers are super friendly and I've never had an issue with my order. My mobile order is normally ready earlier than the app says. Gets a little busy on weekends, but still much better and quicker than the other nearby locations. read more

Came to this location as I was in the area and was early for my appointment next door at the hair salon so decided to stop in and get a drink. It actually wasn't busy at the time I went so I was able to walk right up and place my order which was very nice. They were nice and had my drink ready in no time! Great taste and friendly service. read more

Updating my most recent review to address some positive changes that I have noticed over the past month or so. To be clear, this is an extremely busy and bustling Starbucks location, probably the busiest in the South Tampa area...so if you're flying under the radar and do not want to be seen, I would suggest an alternative location - or perhaps one with a drive-thru. All of the other Starbucks in the area have horrible parking situations compared to this one. I particularly enjoy visiting this Starbucks location due to its central location relative to my home/place of work. Let's face it, South Howard Avenue offers some of the most entertaining and pleasant scenery in the area! Just be prepared to wait now that holiday beverages are out...I spent over 20 minutes waiting for a mobile order yesterday - resulting in my being late for work! But as soon as a drop of the Chestnut Praline milk met my taste buds, I knew that the wait was worth every minute (probably a problem, I know). In my prior review I noted details surrounding experiences wherein I received lattes that were less than full (either due to employee error, oversight, or my over-analysis of the weight of the cup upon picking it up). Either way, I wholly disliked spending more than $5.00 per beverage and finding less substance than I paid for. It would seem that while this still happens SOMETIMES, the mistakes are not as frequent as before, thus I no longer dread placing a mobile order at this location. That being said, when it does happen, although I would like the opportunity to address the issue right then and there, I have found that it is not always feasible (am usually on my way to work) OR the resulting conversation is just plain awkward - I mean who really ENJOYS the discomfort that goes along with being a complainer? I do feel that the store manager (Ian) is very responsive to customer needs and is concerned with customer satisfaction, and his commitment compels me to continue to give his store my business. Plus, he employs some pretty awesomely social staff members which gives me all the more reason to go out of my way to this spot than to the impersonal drive-thru off of Kennedy. read more

One thing I love to do when I have a little spare time is break out the MacBook, pop in the AirPods, catch up on a few things and relax with my grande pike with sugar free mocha. This is a real treat for me. Almost like a zen time allowing me to realign a bit. If you hadn't guessed, I am even writing this out whilst enjoying my signature cup of joe. I have to give kudos where it is due and this location definitely earns great marks. Shout out to Anthony. Always friendly and had my drink ready before I had the app open to scan my phone. Didn't have to say a word. When baristas are invested enough in their customers to remember a drink or name that shows there is certainly a level of care above what these guys are paid for. Also, says something about character. Other than that, the place is clean and always packed. Good service, consistency and a quality product are the ingredients I look for when spending my hard earned money. Thanks Starbucks and thank you Anthony! read more

Starbucks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Those of you who follow my reviews know that I am not a big fan of coffee. In fact the thought of knocking back a mug of percolated, roasted Columbian bean juice pretty much turns my stomach. No matter how much I might like that early morning blast of caffeine to clear the cobwebs after a night of sharing a bottle of Caymus Special Selection Cab during dinner, I just can't handle the taste of coffee. Nope, sorry, it ain't gonna happen! Now that we have that out of the way I'll continue with my review.... So there I was, innocently minding my own business, as my friend and I strolled the sidewalks of SOHO one afternoon, when she suddenly perked up and gushed, "Oh look.....a Starbucks!". She used her feminine trickery to convince me to stop at the store so that she could order a mega-cup of Grande Mocha Triple-shot Soy Milk Salted Caramel Flan Latte blah blah blah while I ordered a simple hot green tea. (How in the hell does anyone remember the name of a drink that must take 5 minutes to write down all of the ingredients?) Oh, and she also wanted a low-fat blueberry whole-grain yogurt muffin with honey ("because it sounded yummy"). We found a quiet table in a corner of the store, and sat down to chat while waiting for the barista to call the name on our order. (I had momentarily pondered giving my name as 'Beelzebub', but I decided to behave.) Perhaps I was captivated by my date's lovely smile, or the friendliness of the folks behind the counter, but I began to calm down and enjoy my time inside of this coffee shop. The place was jam-packed with people typing away on their laptops and conversing on their cellphones. There was a group in the corner playing some sort of word game, and every so often they would shout out a random off-the-wall, and generally inappropriate, word and the whole shop would bust out laughing. Another group was playing a board game, and so the mood was very festive. As I sipped my tea I took in the décor of the shop which included vaulted high ceilings, huge plate-glass windows, tables and chairs which could easily be pushed together to accommodate any-sized group, a large outdoor patio where the locals sat with their four-footed furry friends, super-friendly folks behind the counter, and everyone laughing as they worked or played games or simply chatted away. The smells of the various drinks and food items was pleasing, and I am told that the muffin was divine, though I was threatened with a fork stab to the back of my hand if I even thought about reaching across the table to try a bite. The folks from Starbucks love to say, "Wake up and smell the coffee -- Starbucks is everywhere," and rightly so as the world's #1 specialty coffee retailer has more than 16,000 coffee shops in more than 35 countries. They've built a massively-successful brand, and you have to admire all of that work and the quality of their products. You'll find this particular Starbucks located along South Howard just south of Swann Avenue, and in easy walking distance of several popular restaurants and neighborhood watering holes. The shop is open at 5am each morning, and stays open till 11pm on weeknights, and then till 12 Midnight on Friday and Saturday nights for your late-night Java fix. There's a huge parking lot out back, so plenty of room to c'mon down and meet your friends. I'll never be a coffee drinker, but I am a huge fan of this neighborhood gathering spot and the service that they provide to the local community. Oh, and they have hot tea and cocoa to keep me happy! read more

Starbucks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tampa, Florida

The fact alone that I'm taking time to review this Starbucks speaks volumes. As any seasoned Starbucks patron can attest to, each Starbucks has its own culture, if you will, and climate. this lively, upbeat location is staffed with awesome individuals who really go the extra distance to make your drinks and experience pleasant. This is not the standard at every Starbucks I have been to and I appreciate the climate of this one being so positive. Although normally bustling, the staff never falls short of providing exceptional service with warm affect. The store itself is well lit, with industrial styled high ceilings and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Despite being busy, there is usually a chair or table available for those individuals that like to work or study in a public atmosphere. The music selection is always great, and kept at a reasonable level. There is a broad variety of individuals who patronize this location so people watching here is stellar, if that's your thing. I enjoy sitting outside for some fresh air and sunshine and there are even outlets outside for your electronic devises. I also occasionally bring my pup, as they are dog friendly. The store itself is usually kept rather cool (great AC) so bring a sweater/sweatshirt/jacket if you get chilled easily and expect to spend some time here. The ample parking lot is in the back and at the side of the store and there are handicapped spots available near the front door. On the times I've used them I found the bathrooms are always clean and stocked. On my particular visit today I was greeted with a smile and other pleasantries. I decided to try the cold brew coffee and I was not disappointed. On the website it claims that the coffee is brewed over 20 hours, resulting in a smooth taste. I definitely recommend. The staff is efficient and makes their orders rather quickly so if you need to grab a drink in a hurry this should be your "go to" spot. Thank you, Soho Starbucks, for consistently exceeding my expectations. Kudos to you. read more

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The barista Michael Petillo was amazing! He made my grande latte to PERFECTION! Yet, I am still a Dunkin' Donuts addict, I will return to Starbucks for a latte by Michael! read more

Even though I am not a coffee drinker, I frequent this location when I need to work or study. Its clean the staff is hospitable and the wifi always works. The staff seems to really pay attention to its patrons and gets to know them on a personal level. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Inside it usually gets very cold though so bring a jacket or plan to sit outside. Although Starbucks serves food, I love the proximity to restaurants when I need a break to grab a bite to eat. read more

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Customer service is awesome and they are very kind and caring. They are very understanding if you don't have enough money they sometimes help you out a little because they know that these are hard times read more

This is a great Starbucks and the one that I stop at almost threw mornings a week. There's no drive through but it's so easy to get in and out that it doesn't matter. My favorite coffee to get is a simple task blonde. It tastes a tiny bit chocolaty and I like how is smoother than most of their other coffees. My favorite breakfast food there is the bacon sandwich with egg and gouda. I'd amazing. read more

Omg I love this location friendly staff, fast service, cleannnnn. Beautiful drinks are made here. Time and effort put into each one. read more

Starbucks - Lovely latte art!!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Please tell Starbucks to put back the cream, sugar, etc. back where customers can fix their cup of coffee. The pandemic is over.

Dying to get away from the crowd, my group decided we needed some beverages of the caffeinated kind. The spouse piped up, "Hey, there's a Starbucks down the street". The bestie and I jumped right on board with the idea and off we went, adventurers in SoHo. We walked in and I smiled. What a nice location! It's very open, with vaulted ceilings and plenty of seating. Our barista was efficient and friendly, even when I whipped out an online coupon for a free kid's hot chocolate with espresso drink purchase. Tonight was my splurge night, so I opted for a tall Peppermint Mocha Latte and a Peppermint Brownie Cake Pop. Both were delicious. The barista that prepared our drinks had a dazzling smile and added a flourish to the way she prepared the beverages. Great customer service! I wish I was in this area more often. I'd certainly stop here to kick back with a coffee. read more

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This was the worst experience I've ever had at any business ever. There was only one staff person there. That itself was strange as there were a number of customers waiting around. What made the experience so terrible was not that, however, especially during these "Covid19" days where people don't want to work. The lack of decency to at least greet patrons was the kicker. The sole employee never looked up to show any sign of awareness that we were even present, even as we stood at the order/check-out waiting to place an order. I asked if everyone was ordering via mobile because I noticed the silence. He did not respond. It appears everyone going in indeed submitted their orders mobile and they all seemed perfectly fine with the silent ambiance as they had looked at their devices the entire time. We walked out of course...after 7-8 minutes waiting for acknowledgement from the guy. To those who have spoken well of this place we're clearly not here today, September 25, 2021 at 3:15PM. read more

This store is clean, organized, and well-maintained. Although drink quality is important, it pales in comparison to the customer service I experienced while I was here. I watched the store manager (Ian) take my order and then clean up around the store when business died down. To top it all off, I told him I was having trouble with my Starbucks account and I hadn't been able to get in contact with a human through the Customer Service line. He wasn't sure how to help me, which was understandable. Two minutes later, while I was sitting drinking my coffee, he approached me with the store phone and told me he had been able to get in contact with someone who could help me with my account. Good service is hard to come by these days. Ian's service was phenomenal and he completely made my day. read more

terrible terrible customer service. CHEYANNE is the rudest starbucks employee i have ever came in contact with. not a clean establishment. there was another employees outside smoking and playing in his nose and went back inside to make drinks. sooooo disgusting. the employees at the starbucks on dale mabry are way more friendlier it's worth the couple more minutes in the car. read more

Walking up to Starbucks at 3 AM some weeks ago, from a full table outside, I heard, "VAGINA!" "PUSSY!" "PUSSY FOOT!" "CHLAMYDIA!" ...WTF? A minute later, I realized that they were playing a game like Taboo or Catch Phrase. Apparently, they're ALWAYS there. Good times. Though I still wonder what that word was... Yes, I'm writing yet another 5-star review for a Starbucks. I mean, it's hard to give a place that's open 24/7 any other rating. Plus, they've got cute, attentive baristas ready to serve you a tasty drink any hour of the day! You can't beat that. Definitely my Starbucks of choice when I'm in Tampa! Sidenote: If you're going to sit outside, use bug spray. In the scant few minutes that I sat outside to people-watch, I got four mosquito bites on my leg! read more

This is only Starbucks that I've written a review for despite the countless Starbucks locations I've been to in the past. I love this location! It's very close to my apartment in south tampa. The factors that makes his Starbucks so special are: 1. There are plenty of free parking! This is an amazing trait to have as a business in south tampa because limited parking or paid parking will keep me from going to certain locations. There's a giant parking lot behind Starbucks so it's not an issue. 2. Plenty of tables to do work! There is one big table which seats 6 ppl, 6 small tables, 4 couches, 6 seats on the bar facing outside, and 1 table that can seat 4 people. So plenty of seating. On top of those 2 very important factors there is super friendly baristas, and perfect temperature. I really couldn't ask for more. I think I found my second home. Lol read more

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Let's just get this out of the way- it's open 24 hours. This means that, after 1am, you're going to run into drunks or people in recovery. The locals usually clear out by midnight. The staff is pretty great. As you might imagine, cleaning up vomit in bathrooms on a regular basis tends to take the edge off of a person, regardless of how caffeinated s/he may be. The outdoor seating is ample. and rarely unusable, as the weather tends to be agreeable. Sure. there might be a lot of weirdos, but you can usually just pull up a chair and engage in whatever inappropriate debate is taking place. Just don't try to talk with the guy intently watching the game outside on a portable television. If Ohio's losing, he's pretty cranky. read more

My first time at this Starbucks was genuinely fantastic. Yes it can get a little crowded. Bought a little waiting is worth the good service. I asked then nice young lady behind the counterto give me a lighter and stronger blend in the same brew. I had the blonde with the medium and she made a single pour. And seem to be very glad to oblige. Definitely will make this a regular place to visit, the outdoor seating is a plus. The people that were visiting that they were very pleasant and patient. The coffee was fresh brewed well,perfect temperature. And I can be pretty fussy about temperature not a problem here. Very comfortable seating inside, I was waiting for someone else to meet me there. And would not mind waiting again and enjoying a good cup of coffee. I must add. Had a Delicious warm, Flourless(No Gluten). Double Chocolate Cookie. They are so addicting. Sometimes, I take half home and, 10 sec in the MWave and treat myself again. Plenty of parking on the side of bldg. read more

I live in Pinellas county but come to this area quite often for dinner. I have had nothing but great service here!!! The staff are really nice. I popped in literally before closing on a Sunday night not realizing how late it was and the two young ladies working were super sweet! They cheerfully made my drink and gave me a piece lemon cake! They made me feel important and I really appreciate them!!! Thanks for making my night ladies! I will be back!!! I continue to enjoy this location!! The young man working on Sunday night was spectacular!! He made the perfect drink!! read more

Its a hip location with plenty of singles who meet and set up dates. Oh God, I used hip in a review, I hate myself for doing it. There is always a great conversation and lots of chances to sit outside and watch SoHo go by the cafe. There are couple of down sides to this one specifically: When you get here, if you plan to work, bring a power strip. There are never enough outlets and this place is busy. Its a better location to work where you can tolerate noise, because there is always, "That guy" who talks too loud about something not worth talking about, or a "so cute" kid who like to run around your chair while his mother looks on while he disturbs you. Nice outdoor area, but mind your stuff there are a few homeless folks who sometimes scope out unattended items. read more

So yeah its just a starbucks. but its got a lot of interesting things going on. I walk inside and talk to the folks making the drinks, ya know friendly conversation , and I told them I'm new in town and it all went fine until I told them where i moved from! and all i can see is a lot of eye rolling .. and yes I'm not going to mention where i moved from! I sat down, and soon the place filled up with a bunch of girls who were loud and obnoxious , which is fine cause it was good entertainment to watch! Overall it was an interesting experience. I enjoyed the music, the coffee and the free entertainment! just don't go there to study cause i tried doing that and i didn't get anywhere with it. read more

Such a great location to get your favorite Starbucks breakfast sandwich, caffeine vice, sit and relax. read more

Starbucks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Eggsquisite service, and a very very friendly staff. Don't listen to the comments about how bad the staff is, they all lie!!!

I know, it's Starbucks. This really is the best one. Everyone is super nice and thoughtful. Even when they are super slammed and people are crabby, they still smile. They love making reccomendations and are enthusiastic for the job. Parking can be challenging and it gets super crowded. It's a great spot to sip your tasty beverage and people watch read more

Pretty solid overall, came in and service was immediate. Buddy was getting coffee and we were just waiting but I saw a slice of marble bread that I just had to have. Ended up buying it and just devouring it. It was absolutely delicious. read more

Starbucks - Marble bread - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I got in and got out...very fast. This was on a Saturday meaning that there was basically a petting zoo outside due to all the dogs on leashes at tables. Hey it's a Starbucks and they're peddling a legal drug...lucky for you, they're open 24/7. read more

Great Starbucks! Good location and plus there is a shared parking lot behind it so you don't have to worry about parking. The parking lot does get full if you go during the prime going out hours like Friday and Saturday nights. But that's the same for all the parking lots on Howard during those hours. This Starbucks has the typical selection of food and drinks. There's plenty of seating inside if you don't mind sitting at the long table or the bar-like counter that faces the outside. There are several comfy leather seats and also several smaller tables. As with any Starbucks, there's always people in there working on their laptops. They do have lots of seating outside. They have tables that face Howard ave and also a couple of tables tucked on the side that faces 717 South (which is more quiet than the street noise). read more

It is a Starbucks. What is different about it is the fact that it usually full of patrons sitting on their lap tops. The lines are usually pretty short. They have a big parking lot in the back. Outdoor seating is available but usually full. read more

Its a Starbucks... but this one is walkable from home and has a great outdoor seating space on Howard Ave. I only drink the shaken tea (not a coffee achiever here) so thats all I can comment on. I love the black shaken tea - its strong, could be even a tad stronger IMO, but I'm not gonna quibble over that I suppose. Here's an issue though: Walked the dog up there and picked his tiny butt up (Italian Greyhound) and went in to order - so I could sit outside with him, and one of the employees was NOT NICE about saying he needed to be outside. Well, DUH. Thats why I was gonna sit outside... Dolt. So I asked for my tea to be brought out - WHICH THEY NEGLECTED TO DO after saying 'sure'. FAIL. And thats why they get 2 stars instead of 4. One idiot employee can do that. read more

Great coffee shop in soho. There is ample parking in the back parking lot, and lots of differ net seating options inside include large tables and small tables with some leather arm chair seat and outdoor seating too. Not crazy about the Spotify playlist. read more

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For the first time in my life a Starbucks barista actually asked me how to spell my name instead of writing something incorrect and acting indifferent (although it was always funny to see what they would put), and I appreciated the fact the gentleman took the time to ask me! I had a delicious frappacino - toasted white chocolate mocha - it was prepared quickly and was delicious! This location also has plenty of seating and lots of convenient parking. read more

I like Starbucks but their rewards are really painful to check. I have to push so many buttons to find out my balance every time. Aside from that, this location is pretty great. I love going in and out but you'll never catch me sticking around. The baristas are good at making coffee and they are kind. It's definitely a place to check out. read more

I enjoy going to this Starbucks! My order is always received in a timely manner. The staff is always friendly. My faves are Doug, Ian, Nathan, Rachel, and Isaiah! read more

They now have a secret code to use the restrooms which are locked. You must punch in on a keyboard. Extremely annoying. Take your coffee needs elsewhere. read more

Everybody knows what Starbucks is. Everybody has been to a Starbucks at some point and there's practically one in every corner, at least in Tampa Bay. Starbucks is now and has been for a while a mainstream corporate giant, and it's no longer trendy. The Frappuccino is now about as common as a frosty at Wendy's. But not that long ago, it was trendy and cool to sit at a Starbucks with a laptop and spend the day there. I'm not a trendy guy and for a long time I avoided anything trendy or hipster, especially Starbucks. I vowed to never become what I call a "Starbucks Bohemian". These days, however, everybody and their grandma goes to Starbucks for their caffeine fix, and it's not uncommon to see corporate suits and soccer moms go to Starbucks. So while I was unemployed and living in an apartment with a crappy but free Wi-Fi connection, I started frequenting the Starbucks on South Howard Ave, or the SoHo Starbucks, to do some job hunting. I had tasted the Frappuccino many times before my unemployment period and loved it. Every so often I'd get one for my caffeine fix, but as I started frequenting the SoHo Starbucks to do some job hunting, the Frappuccino turned into an addiction, and next thing you know I gave in and joined the Starbucks Bohemians as a regular at SoHo Starbucks. What I noticed about the place was that it still maintains that trendy feel that most other franchise locations have lost. South Tampa is the city's hub for trendy joints, particularly the Hyde Park area, so its location is no surprise. The SoHo Starbucks is a haven for hipsters, hobos, homos and hot women in hot pants. There's always a colorful cast of characters at this particular location, and it maintains that "I'm so cool because I come here" feel that the once trendy Starbucks franchise had years ago. Of course, a true hipster would avoid Starbucks altogether and go to a real coffee house, but if you're a Starbucks Bohemian who liked Starbucks before it was cool, then the location on South Howard Ave. is still for you. And even though I am currently employed, as of this writing I still live in that apartment complex with the crappy Internet connection a few blocks away, so the SoHo Starbucks is still the place I spend the day with my laptop, getting my corporate but cool caffeine fix while I work on my blog. read more

Great Starbucks! The outdoor seating is an awesome place for some good people watching. After reading other reviews, I found out that this place is open 24 hours. Knowing this, I'm sure I will be visiting at 1-2am someday in the near future. read more