Starbucks in Riverside

“Tanya, Marisol and the entire Wood Street & Van Buren team are always so hospitable and work to ensure orders are done correctly and in a timely fashion. Huge thanks to them for caring for my middle school site team as we kicked off another academic year with our students. You guys are awesome!“

“Exceptional service at all times. My drink never fluctuates and I have to drive past 3 Starbucks because I know this Starbucks and crew are always great. Celeste, Casey, Natalie, Jeanette, Crystal, Ryan are just a few to name. However morning or night shift always provide a great experience.“

“Ralphie is the best! He is very sweet and just full of energy. He goes above and beyond what other of his coworkers need to learn from him. He is always giving options when there is an item out of stock. Ralphie is the main reason I come to this Starbucks. Thank you Ralphie for everything you do. You are an AMAZING person.“

“Thank you to this specific starbucks. Your team is bright, kind, and helpful. I had to leave a local starbucks because they refuse to make my drink right. It's so frustrating. But here off wood, THE BEST! The way that makes that first taste and brings joy to my day. While the world keeps spinning and demanding. These are the small treats I give myself. I dont get myself much but my coffee is a non negotiable. Thank you management for getting personal with me and my daughter ❤️ That takes going to work meaningful. We come to starbucks to make friends. Share experiences. Get away from life's demands. I study here too sometimes. (Side note: for dine in it can be freezing after some time, but I get it. Yall move fast and hustle out fabulous drinks) I just come sweater and pants in mind.

None the less. I really appreciate your service and incredible attitudes!“

“A Starbucks you can go in and sit with a warm environment you expect from what Starbucks originally was. Sit down and have a coffee, do some work, catch up with a friend. Has that original Starbucks vibe that made Starbucks famous, in a pleasant shopping complex.“

“I had an amazing experience at this Starbucks location. The Barista who helped me place my order, Cesar, was very nice and polite. I ordered one of the new Spring Beverages (Iced Toasted Coconut Latte) and he was the one who made my drink! My drink tasted amazing! Shoutout to barista Cesar for making my experience awesome!! 👍😀“

“I love this Starbucks! The staff is so friendly, especially in the drive-thru. Eliot (tall, long brown hair) is also so friendly and helpful, I'll drive out of my way sometimes to come to this Starbucks because it's seriously that much better <3“

“I just want to shout out Morgan for her incredible customer service. I was on the road and had an issue at a different location, and she didn’t hesitate at all to step in and make things right. Her consideration and kindness truly stood out, and I really appreciate the care she showed!“

“You don't need me to review Starbucks - you know what you're getting here, in terms of menu items. Whether its your preferred coffee, or you deem it a good value or not, I won't sway you.\n\nBut I WILL comment on are the people here, who are, as of this writing, excellent. I've visited a good deal of Starbucks around town, and this place easily has my favorite group of baristas. Everyone is helpful, friendly, and a pleasure to interact with.\n\nIt isn't the biggest Starbucks in town, but if you count the patio, there's a good amount of seating. If you're going there to work as I do, you'll appreciate the long high table with power outlets, which is easily the first-claimed seats in the place.“

“I love the staff here, recently my drinks have been taken, I am sure it’s because of the social media influence.
This morning my order consisted of 2 drinks and the barista that made my ice coffee hit it on point!

Thank you to all the baristas at this location! I love ya!!“

“Great tea's and snacks and besides Jacklyn, a very friendly crew. Last holiday season I was schooled on the ugly sweater cookies, are not ginger bread cookies, okay.. however when ring up on receipt it showed ginger bread. Jacklyns attitude was that of someone down talking me.. really?“

“I drove from Palm Springs to Riverside to visit my sister and realized I had forgotten to bring a cake and balloon. While driving around, I spotted a Vons and decided to pick up a vanilla cake with strawberry filling and a little balloon to go with the flowers.

Inside, I noticed they had a Starbucks, and since pumpkin spice lattes are finally back in season, I treated myself to one along with a caramel macchiato and a pumpkin loaf for my mom. Everything was absolutely delicious!

What really stood out, though, was the customer service. The cashier/barista and the rest of the staff were so friendly and welcoming. It truly made the stop feel extra special. Thank you ☺️“

“The barista, Gabriel, was super nice and helpful. I was a little unsure about what I was ordering, but he helped make sure it turned out great and I think I have a new go-to order at Starbucks now. I always have a good experience at this location“

“Always meet my daughter here before we both go to work .The staff here is amazing and always suggest delishous new drinks and even today when I asked about what a customer just got in front of me they gave me a sample in tall size of the strawberry shortcake frapp .So good you guys all rock … Wednesday 2/4/26“

“New to this location and spent my morning working from my laptop and will continue doing so. I was greated kindly and a worker named Vanessa approached me and my colleagues to check in and ask about their service and took time to get to know us. Their service was quick and the atmosphere was positive. Thank you Vanessa!!“

“This is one of the best Starbucks I’ve been to! The service is always fast and efficient, and I’ve never had any issues with my orders. The staff is friendly and welcoming, which makes every visit enjoyable. The food and drinks are consistently great, whether I’m grabbing a quick coffee, a snack, or a full meal. It’s a reliable spot for both a morning pick-me-up and a relaxing break during the day. Highly recommend!“

“The customer service here is wonderful! You guys make my day by just being normal. THANK YOU 😆 For a busy mom and wife it’s nice to not have to battle emotional problems with people who I just need coffee from. Love you guys! Keep up the good work! You will go far separating your personal life from your work life. Stay joyful. 😊“

“Ok so I hate Starbucks in general lol I’m not big on waste or even the taste of coffee, but when I choose to go they’re nice about my personal cups. And they’re human so they messed up a few different drinks but never denied remaking them for me. There’s a few new people, I understand why they get defensive but honestly you can’t please everyone and they should take it with a grain of salt. I feel like Starbucks culture in general is a prissy bougie societal fail lol but be nice to the workers and you be surprised how much better your drink taste and your experience is. Be prepared to wait it’s not a Starbucks express. Lately my pick up orders have only taken 5-9 mins and that’s VERY reasonable for how busy they are. They’re people, they see you huffing and puffing and rolling your eyes, knock it off. I don’t complain about the workers it’s the PEOPLE that come here that suck. That’s why the atmosphere gets a low rating. Also I love these new fall apple crisp drinks because “f” pumpkin spice.

Dietary restrictions: I don’t like cows milk in my tea or coffee so having so many non dairy options is really nice. I prefer the oatmilk here but often get coconut milk too

Parking: There’s a few spots in the front way more on the drive thru side

Kid-friendliness: Bring your kids they have cake pops lol

Wheelchair accessibility: They have a patio that’s suited for wheelchairs and friends without“

“I have been in a lot of Starbucks in Riverside but this place has a special place in my list of favorites. The high ceiling, the big windows that allow the sun light to reach you while enjoying coffee and the view on the trees surrounding it makes it a distinguished spot. The young people‘s attention to details, with a welcoming smile while taking your order warms your heart. It is not only the good taste of the coffee but also the tireless effort behind the scenes that create an atmosphere that makes you to want to return. I should not forget to point out that they deserve an extra point for keeping their toilets so clean even in the times of high demand!!! Keep up the good job!“

“I cannot say enough amazing things about this Starbucks location! Huge heartfelt shout-out to the incredible team, starting with their fearless leader and store manager, Daniela, who clearly sets the tone for excellence. Her phenomenal staff—Jazz, Annia, Jose, Naya, Sage, Dylan, Conner, Sarah, Alejandro, and Leo—are truly outstanding.
I highly recommend this Starbucks. You all consistently make my favorite drink perfectly every single time—a hot grande Cinnamon Dolce with nonfat milk and whipped cream (chef’s kiss ☕✨). And the pastries… don’t even get me started—absolutely delicious and impossible to resist!
What really sets this location apart is the positive, inspiring, and loving energy paired with genuine professionalism and top-tier customer service. Every visit feels welcoming and uplifting. Thank you all for showing up with such stellar energy and care every day. I’m beyond grateful for this team!“

“I am having a very emotional day and came in for a venti iced carmel macchiato and was greeted so caringly. Chole took my order, i said hopefully it is good because some of the other starbucks make my drinks and they are not always tastey. Chole said we will make it with Love. I said well i hope so because I could really appreciate the love. She said well i will put it on there, special instructions. 🫂 Thank you Chole. It Really means alot.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This Starbucks is one of the best-run locations in Riverside. The team here is consistently friendly, fast, and genuinely welcoming — even during busy hours. My drink was made perfectly, and the baristas handled the line with great energy and professionalism.

The store itself was clean, well-stocked, and had a comfortable atmosphere whether you’re stopping in to work, meet someone, or just grab a quick coffee. Orders move quickly, but you never feel rushed.

It’s clear this location has strong management and a staff that takes pride in what they do. Definitely a go-to Starbucks when I’m in the area. Great job, La Sierra team! ☕👏“

“I came by last night and ordered a venti ice water. The cashier who helped me was kind and complimented my pink watch. He also gave me a cake pop that was mistakenly prepared. I was having a bad day and this interaction made it better. I didn’t get his name, but he deserves recognition for excellent customer service.“

“Seems to be a very friendly and easy-going work environment with the emphasis on getting people's orders done in a fast and efficient manner. This is the biggest Starbucks I've ever been in in my whole entire life. I will have to have more interactions with the staff to see if the deserves that fifth star. Because we all know that all Starbucks are not alike especially here in Riverside“