Always fast, friendly, skillfully made drinks at this location. Baristas are among the nicest I know. Open late, great outdoor patio in back for lounging and relaxing. Ample parking day or night, people spouting "howdy neighbor!"
(5)
Lily Z.
I wasted my birthday drink because they're incapable of speedy service in the morning. Excuse me, but some people have places to be in the morning.
(1)
Wesley S.
The Starbucks in downtown Western Springs is blessed with a large patio that is shielded from street noise. The interior of the store is rather average overall. At the time of my review, the store is well run. This is a very good Starbucks, one that I and my friends prefer to most others in the neighboring Western suburbs (Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills, Lagrange) for meeting and enjoying a coffee and conversation. The store is across the street from Oberweis. It is attached to the First National Bank of Lagrange building. There is no Starbucks sign on the outside, but that is where it is. The store occupies the Grand Avenue side of the bank building. The front entrance is on Burlington. In the back is the store's nice size parking lot, which, curiously, often manages to fill up. The patio faces the parking lot, and the rear entrance is from the patio. The interior space is just average sized, with only a couple of armchairs, with wood tables and chairs for the rest. Because the two entrances converge on the order counter, the apparent traffic flow appears to be amplified. Sitting inside can jangle the nerves a bit during busy times. I'm thinking not so much of the morning commuters as I am of the mothers with young children who congregate at Starbucks in the late morning. That being said, the current management is more than willing to lower the background music, or turn it off completely, if we request it and if the store is relatively empty. Not many stores will tamper with the loud and intrusive Starbucks background music, which must be a corporate mandate, just like the lack of wall clocks. The arm chairs are in a corner, but they are right on the hallway to the bathrooms. I preferred the former placement of the chairs, near the bank, and in the corner. On the other hand, the new location gets more light, which makes it more pleasant to read the Sunday New York Times or some other paper. In other words, evaluating just the interior space, this Starbucks is an average store in most respects. Where the Western Springs store stands out is in its al fresco cafe area. The patio is large. Its layout makes it seem as though it is anchored in the bank and coffee shop building and extends outward without any constraint --- that it just keeps going. A nicely landscaped area sits between the patio and Grand Avenue. The patio looks directly out onto the parking lot, but traffic flow in the lot is not at all disturbing or distracting. The Starbucks - Western Springs is one of the nicer places to drink coffee outdoors, in the Western suburbs. (The patio at Hinsdale Starbucks - Whole Foods has its own pluses and minuses, but I still prefer the Western Springs store for sitting outdoors.) Neither Burlington nor Grand Avenue is very busy. The shrubbery shields the outside tables from Grand Avenue and the store's building stands between the patio and Burlington. Trains go by every now and then. You do hear those. And cars come and go from the parking lot. The rest of the time you are enjoying peace, fresh air, and sunshine. In summary, the Starbucks - Western Springs is an average store with an exceptionally fine outdoor seating area. If weather permits, and you like to have coffee outdoors, I suggest that you try it for yourself.
(3)
Clifford B.
Good Parking, and outdoor patio, drinks are made to order, employee's are friendly
(4)
John G.
This staff goes extra mile to make all customers feel welcomed. I judge all other Starbucks to this location, and few come close but none surpass. I start my day here with my Venti Bold and very seldom need to say that since staff knows me and my drink of choice.
(5)
Kathleen M.
I am a Starbucks addict so I frequent them all over the Chicago area. I have family and friends who live in Western Springs so this is a semi regular stop on my Starbucks journeys. What I love best about this particular store is the friendliness of the staff and their willingness to accommodate my beverage request with a smile. Starbucks in the Chicago area, keeping me awake and buzzed nearly every day.
(5)
rachel w.
Slowest Starbucks with nicest employees. My order is always correct even if it feels as of it takes forever to get it. I have learned never to come here if I am in a hurry!
(4)
Devon W.
This is my favorite Starbucks in the area. Parking is GREAT and the baristas are the best around. ... everyone knows it, as sometimes it can get quite busy, but isn't that true of any Starbucks? Love the drinks, love the people, love the atmosphere!
(4)
Kristin S.
What can I say? Our Starbuck's baristas are incredible! They are so kind and such expert craftsmen. They are personable and friendly. I also have to say I am a fan of most of their pastries, as well as the breakfast sandwich - turkey bacon, low fat cheese and whole wheat english muffin. What I don't love about Starbucks are their beans. They are over-roasted. The coffee tends to have a bitter, sharp taste and I can not drink it without cream. The only reason I even can say I can begin to understand is I went to Costa Rica and toured a coffee plantation and talked for hours to coffee growers and roasters. We got to have fresh roasted!!! coffee in a pour over. I was schooled. Once you have the cream of the crop, nothing compares. Beans actually do have flavors if you don't roast them to death. I prefer a medium roast. But I am not complaining too much, because, yes, I do frequent Starbucks. When I am too lazy to make a cup at home, or don't have my good beans from Bridgeport roasters (that aren't over a week old!), I will go to Starbucks. Plus, they have free wifi. Although this particular Starbucks is not the best for me to sit and study or be on the computer as it is small and busy. Starbucks is a great place for the little town of Western Springs. I am grateful it is here.
(3)
Gina A.
My venti was filled half way with foam! I need more espresso and milk to keep me going not foam!!
(3)
Carm B.
One of my favorite locations. Great customer service!!
(4)
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Address :1013 W Burlington Ave
Western Springs, IL, 60558
R J.
Always fast, friendly, skillfully made drinks at this location. Baristas are among the nicest I know. Open late, great outdoor patio in back for lounging and relaxing. Ample parking day or night, people spouting "howdy neighbor!"
(5)Lily Z.
I wasted my birthday drink because they're incapable of speedy service in the morning. Excuse me, but some people have places to be in the morning.
(1)Wesley S.
The Starbucks in downtown Western Springs is blessed with a large patio that is shielded from street noise. The interior of the store is rather average overall. At the time of my review, the store is well run. This is a very good Starbucks, one that I and my friends prefer to most others in the neighboring Western suburbs (Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills, Lagrange) for meeting and enjoying a coffee and conversation. The store is across the street from Oberweis. It is attached to the First National Bank of Lagrange building. There is no Starbucks sign on the outside, but that is where it is. The store occupies the Grand Avenue side of the bank building. The front entrance is on Burlington. In the back is the store's nice size parking lot, which, curiously, often manages to fill up. The patio faces the parking lot, and the rear entrance is from the patio. The interior space is just average sized, with only a couple of armchairs, with wood tables and chairs for the rest. Because the two entrances converge on the order counter, the apparent traffic flow appears to be amplified. Sitting inside can jangle the nerves a bit during busy times. I'm thinking not so much of the morning commuters as I am of the mothers with young children who congregate at Starbucks in the late morning. That being said, the current management is more than willing to lower the background music, or turn it off completely, if we request it and if the store is relatively empty. Not many stores will tamper with the loud and intrusive Starbucks background music, which must be a corporate mandate, just like the lack of wall clocks. The arm chairs are in a corner, but they are right on the hallway to the bathrooms. I preferred the former placement of the chairs, near the bank, and in the corner. On the other hand, the new location gets more light, which makes it more pleasant to read the Sunday New York Times or some other paper. In other words, evaluating just the interior space, this Starbucks is an average store in most respects. Where the Western Springs store stands out is in its al fresco cafe area. The patio is large. Its layout makes it seem as though it is anchored in the bank and coffee shop building and extends outward without any constraint --- that it just keeps going. A nicely landscaped area sits between the patio and Grand Avenue. The patio looks directly out onto the parking lot, but traffic flow in the lot is not at all disturbing or distracting. The Starbucks - Western Springs is one of the nicer places to drink coffee outdoors, in the Western suburbs. (The patio at Hinsdale Starbucks - Whole Foods has its own pluses and minuses, but I still prefer the Western Springs store for sitting outdoors.) Neither Burlington nor Grand Avenue is very busy. The shrubbery shields the outside tables from Grand Avenue and the store's building stands between the patio and Burlington. Trains go by every now and then. You do hear those. And cars come and go from the parking lot. The rest of the time you are enjoying peace, fresh air, and sunshine. In summary, the Starbucks - Western Springs is an average store with an exceptionally fine outdoor seating area. If weather permits, and you like to have coffee outdoors, I suggest that you try it for yourself.
(3)Clifford B.
Good Parking, and outdoor patio, drinks are made to order, employee's are friendly
(4)John G.
This staff goes extra mile to make all customers feel welcomed. I judge all other Starbucks to this location, and few come close but none surpass. I start my day here with my Venti Bold and very seldom need to say that since staff knows me and my drink of choice.
(5)Kathleen M.
I am a Starbucks addict so I frequent them all over the Chicago area. I have family and friends who live in Western Springs so this is a semi regular stop on my Starbucks journeys. What I love best about this particular store is the friendliness of the staff and their willingness to accommodate my beverage request with a smile. Starbucks in the Chicago area, keeping me awake and buzzed nearly every day.
(5)rachel w.
Slowest Starbucks with nicest employees. My order is always correct even if it feels as of it takes forever to get it. I have learned never to come here if I am in a hurry!
(4)Devon W.
This is my favorite Starbucks in the area. Parking is GREAT and the baristas are the best around. ... everyone knows it, as sometimes it can get quite busy, but isn't that true of any Starbucks? Love the drinks, love the people, love the atmosphere!
(4)Kristin S.
What can I say? Our Starbuck's baristas are incredible! They are so kind and such expert craftsmen. They are personable and friendly. I also have to say I am a fan of most of their pastries, as well as the breakfast sandwich - turkey bacon, low fat cheese and whole wheat english muffin. What I don't love about Starbucks are their beans. They are over-roasted. The coffee tends to have a bitter, sharp taste and I can not drink it without cream. The only reason I even can say I can begin to understand is I went to Costa Rica and toured a coffee plantation and talked for hours to coffee growers and roasters. We got to have fresh roasted!!! coffee in a pour over. I was schooled. Once you have the cream of the crop, nothing compares. Beans actually do have flavors if you don't roast them to death. I prefer a medium roast. But I am not complaining too much, because, yes, I do frequent Starbucks. When I am too lazy to make a cup at home, or don't have my good beans from Bridgeport roasters (that aren't over a week old!), I will go to Starbucks. Plus, they have free wifi. Although this particular Starbucks is not the best for me to sit and study or be on the computer as it is small and busy. Starbucks is a great place for the little town of Western Springs. I am grateful it is here.
(3)Gina A.
My venti was filled half way with foam! I need more espresso and milk to keep me going not foam!!
(3)Carm B.
One of my favorite locations. Great customer service!!
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