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| - Pros: All of the baristas who work here are incredibly friendly, the drinks taste just as good as they do at every other Starbucks in the world, & the space is very clean/new/Starbucksy.
But the cons (which are not the fault of the kind people who work there) are really keeping me from giving this particular location any additional stars. HERE GOES.
For a brand new Starbucks, you'd think they could've done a better job of designing it. Alas, this ENORMOUS SPACE, which looks to be two stories high, is in fact just one story with very high ceilings, & it seats only about 15 people.
One story, a smattering of tables, four comfy chairs, a massive, poorly designed bar/line space, & giant windows that keep it from feeling even the slightest bit cozy. Want a view of beautiful State Road while you sip your tea? You got it! And if you're looking to spend a little bit of time in this Starbucks, say chatting with friends or getting some work done on your laptop, don't do it in the winter. The massive double doors are right in the middle of the seating area, blasting everyone inside with cold air every time someone enters or exists.
Finally, my standard Akron-area Starbucks gripe: WHY NO FOOD? I don't understand why the Akron area's Starbucks stores don't have sandwiches & snack boxes like in other cities. I'd become accustomed to having lunch at Starbucks, staying for a few hours with a latte, a protein box, a sandwich... but like every other Starbucks in the Akron area, this one has only boxed, microwaved pastries. Not even a tray of bananas.
I actually like this Starbucks, really, because the staff is so friendly, the location is so convenient, & the space is bright. In warm weather, this Starbucks is a great little spot, when you can find a seat. But I am still so frustrated by some of the lack of thought in the planning process that I feel inclined to rant.
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