Starbucks in Champaign

“I had a target gift card and decided to treat myself while I shopped. The baristas here were very patient with a Starbucks newbie and made me a 1/3 caf shaken oat milk espresso drink that was AMAZING. I’m admittedly not a big Starbucks fan as I prefer to make my own coffee or visit small businesses. Just wanted to give a shout-out for excellent service!“

“I often come to this location to get work done because the ambiance, in my opinion, is the nicest across the Starbucks in town. The baristas are fantastic - always friendly and engage with customers when able. However, I need to point something out that has been bothering me for some time now... Not sure if there are two managers here, but I've noticed that the male (if I recall, his name is Joe), has been repeatedly condescending towards the baristas. Some of his comments are just completely unwelcome and uncalled for, especially when the baristas are trying their hardest to make ends meet and get thru a rush (when are they not in a rush though?). I remember that this guy spoke with one of the female baristas and after their conversation, the girl turned around and wiped some tears. Oh my heart just went out to her. I wanted to go up to her and tell her that she was doing great.

I've had some small talk with some baristas in the cafe and in the drive thru, and they are always slammed and seem stressed. The baristas are lovely though. The other manager (the female) seems pleasant and friendly, though. Baristas seem to laugh with her too.

Joe, you need to take a walk and have some self-reflection about what baristas deal with day in and day out. To be honest, I think the atmosphere here is WAY better on days he's not here. I wouldn't want to work for this guy... the baristas deserve more than your condescending attitude.“

“My husband and I are on a road trip. This was the closest Starbucks to our hotel on check-out day.
The service & friendliness was wonderful. Our drinks were perfectly made & fresh. My husband had a Salted Carmel Cream Cold Brew & I had an Iced Caffè Latte with Caramel Syrup. Our breakfast items were fresh & very tasty. 5⭐️'s!!! ☕️☺️

Vegetarian options: My husband and I both have food allergies and sensitivities and we have plenty of options here.

Dietary restrictions: Gluten friendly choices,
Tree nut-friendly choices,
Lactose intolerance-friendly choices“

“I ordered a frappuccino and it didn't meet what I has ordered. I went into the store and the barrista worked with me on getting the taste and thickness correct. They ended up making me 4 drinks to help me know what I should say when ordering. I havebnever had such GREAT SERVICE. I will definitely go back and I will recommend them to anyone.“

“Not your typical Charbucks. This one has much better quality espresso and milk. My Latte tastes way better here, and you can smell the awesome coffee scent as you enter the bookstore. I typically avoid other Charbucks stores in town, because they use cheap, burned coffee beans, and prefer to come to this one.“