Starbucks barista says his store has a ‘panic button’ behind the counter, but fears it won’t be enough to quell angry customers after open-door policy reversal
Some baristas anticipate an increase in customer altercations due to a new policy requiring an item purchase to use the ...
Starbucks CEO calls reversal of open-door policy 'practical," will close stores if needed
Earlier this month, the 54-year-old company shared plans to implement a Coffeehouse Code of Conduct where only paying ...
Starbucks reverses open-door policy: Buy something or leave
The new code of conduct also bans discrimination or harassment, consumption of alcohol, smoking, drug use, and panhandling in ...
Starbucks reverses its open-door policy, requiring people to make a purchase if they want to stay
Starbucks is reversing its open-door policy after almost seven years, now requiring that people make a purchase if they want ...
Starbucks rolls back open-door policy. What it means for Michigan locations
Starbucks is ending its open-door policy, and will no longer allow use of restrooms or the internet by non-customers.
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Starbucks’ ‘Open-Door Policy’ Reversal, Explained—Why It Matters
Starbucks, long synonymous with the idea of a “third place” between home and work, has reversed its open-door policy. Now, only paying customers can use its spaces. This change raises ...
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Starbucks Reverses Open-Door Policy, Reinstates Pay-to-Visit Restrooms
Starbucks is ending its open-door policy, which allows anyone to use its restrooms or hang out without making a purchase.
"Third spaces" take another hit as Starbucks does away with open door policy
Its "open door policy" is now being altered, ostensibly to "deter homeless people and non-paying customers who have come to use Starbucks solely for shelter and bathroom access," as per Jordan ...
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Starbucks open door policy: Coffee chain reverses 7 year old policy. Here's what to know
Starbucks' open door policy is getting thrown out the window among changes for the company. The coffee chain announced on Monday it would reverse its seven-year-long open door policy in company ...
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What Is Starbucks’ Open Door Policy? What It Means Now
That is changing now, as the business is updating its open door policy in 2025. Learn more about what it was and what the changes are below. In short, Starbucks allowed individuals to use their ...