Apart from the usual products offered internationally, Starbucks in India has some Indian-style product offerings such as Tandoori Paneer Roll, Chocolate Rossomalai Mousse, Malai Chom Chom Tiramisu, Elaichi Mewa Croissant, Chicken Kathi Roll and Murg Tikka Panini to suit Indian customers. All espressos sold in Indian outlets are made from Indian roasted coffees supplied by Tata Coffee. Starbucks also sells Himalayan bottled mineral water. Free Wi-Fi is available at all Starbucks stores.
In January 2017, Tata Starbucks introduced Starbucks' tea brand Teavana offering 18 different varieties of tea across its outlets in India. One of the varieties, called the India Spice Majesty Blend, was specifically developed for the Indian market and is only available in India. India Spice Majesty Blend is a blend of full leaf Assam black tea infused with whole cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, pepper, star anise and ginger.
On 15 June 2015, Tata Starbucks announced that it was suspending the use of ingredients that had not been approved by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). The company did not specify what the ingredients were or which products they were used. The company also stated that it was in the process of applying for FSSAI approval for these ingredients.
Tata Starbucks launched the Starbucks Delivers program in early 2019. The service offers home delivery from Starbucks outlets through a partnership with Swiggy. The service was first launched in Mumbai, with plans to roll it out to...
Read moreI recently visited the Starbucks store in Alcazar Building, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, and was impressed by its spacious layout. The two-story store offers ample room to relax and enjoy your coffee, making it an ideal spot to catch up with friends or work.
Parking One of the highlights of this Starbucks store is its convenient parking space, which makes it easy to visit, especially if you're driving.
Food and Beverages We tried a few items on the menu:
Classic Cold Coffee: A refreshing and rich coffee drink that hit the spot. Soya Chaap Roll: A tasty and satisfying snack that paired well with our coffee. Cheese Chili Toast: A flavorful and crispy toast with a perfect balance of cheese and chili.
Overall Experience Starbucks in Alcazar Building is a great place to visit if you're looking for a comfortable and spacious coffee shop experience. The food and beverages were delicious, and the parking facility was a bonus.
Recommendation If you're in the Jubilee Hills area, this Starbucks store is definitely worth visiting. Try their classic coffee drinks and pair them with their savory snacks for a...
Read moreWhen you pay 1000+ for 2 coffees, you don’t expect self service and talk back about staff shortage. If you don’t have staff and expect customers to carry their trays, you shouldn’t be charging those rates for your products. I also didn’t receive my receipt after payment. I had to ask for it specifically and tell the cashier the actual amount before they could generate my bill.
The ambience is also not worth pricing. You get to see shops closed all around and view of the ground floor. The stairs creak and squeak as if they will break while climbing up to the first floor. Parking is also a hassle as no one lets you know where the entrance is and the parking area is so less.
Highly discourage anyone...
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