this is the best starbucks i've visited in phoenix:
my drink is ready quickly, even when it is crazy busy. every employee seems to be kind, efficient and intelligent. when a snafu occurs, they quickly recover with sincerity. i've sat inside only once, and it was too intense for me on a weekday morning. outside feels peaceful. the level of intensity i measure is based directly on where i am sitting so the offering of a tree to sit under and grass to sit on makes me a lucky girl! this is a friendly starbucks. i like it.