Starbucks — Restaurant in Safety Harbor

I live just down the street from this Starbucks and visit the shop often. I've never had any problem with the staff or anyone else there. Their food is ok, but that's all of Starbucks food for ya. I rarely get an order mistake on their part, but they are always quick and happy to fix it when they make an error. They do get quite busy during weekend morning hours and especially on every 3rd Friday event. The seating can be limited here, but there is always a place to sit. If on the rare occasion there is not, then the Safety Harbor Library is just across the street :) What makes this Starbucks great is its location above everything else, in my opinion. This Starbucks is very typical of every other Starbucks around, but the one here stands out because you can take a stroll down main street, get a bite to eat, hang out at the pier, do some antique & art shopping, read a book at the library, and a bunch of other things; all within a small town amidst a big city. The only real complaint I have is for Starbucks getting rid of smoking sections from all their establishments. It was nice to sit outside, study, smoke, and get more coffee when needed. Its costing Starbucks a lot of my business because I don't usually hang out...

A Decent Spot, but Not the Most Welcoming for Groups

Our group visits this Starbucks about once a month after our Saturday morning run—usually 8–12 of us grabbing coffee/food and chatting around 8 AM. The drinks are consistent, the space is clean, and the location is convenient.

However, about once every three or four visits, a staff member asks us to lower our voices. We're not rowdy—just enjoying some post-run conversation and laughter. Occasionally, someone might let a curse word slip, but we always self-correct and try to be respectful of others.

It’s worth noting that on Saturday mornings, the shop isn’t filled with people working or studying; it feels more like a casual coffee spot. That’s why the frequent reminders to quiet down seem a bit out of place.

By contrast, at a local bagel shop we visit twice as often, we’ve never been asked to lower our voices. That makes this Starbucks feel less welcoming for groups looking to relax and connect after an activity.

If you prefer a quieter, more reserved environment, this Starbucks may be ideal. But if you’re with a group hoping to share some laughs, you might find it less...

The food was delicious, and both the Caramel Iced Coffee and Strawberry Acaí Refresher were amazing—refreshing and flavorful! I’ve visited this location twice.

During my first visit, the experience was a bit off. We were helped by an employee named Suzanna, who seemed visibly bothered. She made a face at my sister when she asked how to use her rewards for the first time and whether she needed to scan a code. My sister also mentioned feeling like Suzanna had an attitude when we left , which confirmed my initial thoughts .

However, my second visit was much better! We were greeted by Ashley, who had a fantastic attitude and was very attentive. She had a smile on her face the entire time and made the experience enjoyable. Thank you, Ashley, for turning it around with your excellent...