Would have been a four star Starbucks for me (I am a former Starbucks management member from Boston, so my store standards are pretty high in order to grab five stars...) BUT, Walked to the store today (a Sunday) like I do most Sundays to grab a morning coffee and chill out for a little bit, and learned that the store recently pulled its Sunday hours. Not sure what the reasoning was. The store obviously wasn't slammed on Sundays like it is on weekdays when Nationwide offices are open, but it still did a decent business. It's the closest Starbucks to the Convention Center and various Convention Center hotels, and I ALWAYS saw guests to the city in the store when I was there on Sundays. Pretty disappointing. Hope they'll consider re-opening on Sundays soon. I either have to head to one of the indie shops in the Short North (which is a fine alternative) or I have to drive to get to the nearest Starbucks. Definitely knocks the store down a few pegs for those of us who live nearby.
(3)
Brad S.
This has become my "home base" Starbucks, as I work a mere quarter-mile from Nationwide Arena and there are no other decent coffee options in the N. Front St./Nationwide Blvd. corridor. I also pass only 2 other Starbucks on my commute from Dublin (one is inside a Giant Eagle, and those universally suck out loud, and the other is the drive-thru on West 5th in Grandview where the line wraps around the building 3 times and extends almost to campus), and I'm usually fiendin' for caffeine by the time I park my car and walk all the way here. Maybe that's why the coffee always tastes so damn good by the time I arrive. The service is always impeccable at this location, and a special shout-out goes to my favorite barista, a gentleman who almost sings his way through taking your order. He gets bonus points for making your order sound XXX-rated: "That'll be a delectable pumpkin spice latte topped with creamy, lovely goodness ready to explode in your mouth with flavor and leave you begging for more." Ummmmm, thank you sir, may I have another? The baristas also never seem to get flustered when I have to order my boss's favorite drink which is somewhat challenging. (Venti Passion Fruit Lemonade with 6 extra shots of sugar, sigh.) There is sometimes a line out the door, but it moves quickly, unlike other Starbucks that I have frequented. I don't usually hang out in the sitting area, but it looks comfortable enough. (Special tip: if you catch them when they're in town, chances are high that you'll see a Blue Jackets player or coach hanging out in here the morning of a game.) This is still my #1 coffee stop, and until someone makes me a cup of coffee that's better (local guys, where you at?!? you're failing miserably), I'll keep feeding the corporate machine. Hey, good coffee trumps personal politics.
(5)
Josh B.
Great Store Andrew is the manager and he has a great team that does a fantastic job!
(5)
April P.
Columbus Ohio. You rock. And so do you Starbucks. This staff is super friendly. Visit them and buy coffee from them : )
(5)
Keith M.
This is the only coffee shop in the Arena District and I end up heading here for whenever the line at Cup O Joe on the Cap is way too long or smells like burnt vegetable oil. Sometimes it's too late to head to Cafe Brioso (not enough people going there in the afternoon) and I don't want to get there when they're about to close up. In this heat I just don't feel like biking too far for an alternative, even if I'm going at a leisurely pace the nearly 100 degree heat makes even a mere stroll a sweaty endeavor. I don't even need to review the coffee, since you've most likely already tried it. If you have and also had coffee from one of our many great local joints you know there's no comparison and I'm not just saying that because it's a chain. To quote Ralph Wiggum, "It tastes like burning.". The prices for iced coffee is comparable to other establishments and yes, they come in "tall", "grande", and "venti". The atmosphere is rather sterile and not surprisingly looks like some corporate executive's idea of what "comfy" is supposed to be. However, the employees are very nice and prone to striking up a little friendly chit chat and while the white-collar clientele is rather prominent compared to other coffee-shops (and not my crowd) someone was nice enough to quickly offer to plug in my adapter rather than sit right in front of the outlet waiting for me to ask the obvious. While it's not my first choice it's nice to know I have a backup nearby just in case.
(3)
Megan S.
I'm usually in here about three times a week. The folks that work behind the counter here are the nicest baristas in the city. Between all the Nationwide employees the dozens of agency folks, they have their hands full with a packed house most mornings. Yet somehow, they always remember the "regulars" drink orders, and when they don't, they're genuinely disappointed. I'll go in their some mornings like a big grouch, yet they always manage to turn my mood around in a matter of minutes. I could always do without Starbucks prices, but the company they keep is well worth it.
(5)
Aditya S.
Possibly my favorite starbucks in columbus.
(5)
Manbeard J.
This store is closed right now and I am angry. I want some coffee.
(5)
Sulli S.
The coffee is great and the working staff was a delight. The barista was singing "Hit me with your best SHOT" LOL I thew an extra buck tip in for that. Its nice to see happy people!
(5)
Arvid Y.
This is my neighborhood Starbucks and i'm a fan. The service and efficiency at this location is consistently good. Their hours are a little wonky as compared to the typical Starbucks. Since they cater to people working in the Arena District, they close relatively early everyday. This means that they a lot of traffic during the day, but most people grab and go, leaving many tables and seats available.
(4)
John S.
Stopped here twice in the morning - around 8:45, then for another cup at 9:15ish. I was lost. Both times there was a line, but the line moved relatively quick. There is no drive-thru. The server asked if I was doing anything fun today, of course not for the next 8 hours, but the question stunned me so that I couldn't think of a good enough reply. TIP: GET THE BLONDE ROAST WHEN AVAILABLE
(3)
Clayton J.
Gotta love Starbucks. Even when I'm not looking for a caffeine boost, most of them in the Dublin area and the Arena district have great staff. Now with the passbook tie-in with the Starbucks app on my iPhone I don't have to take out my wallet or unlock my phone to make a payment. Fast and easy place to enjoy high-quality baked goods and coffee drinks.
(5)
Neal E.
We stopped in here to hang out and work for several hours before a customer meeting. Decent amount of work space in here. Ordered a dark roast coffee with room for cream. Dark, delicious, and quality caffeine! Service was good!
(4)
Jacqueline G.
Amazing service time and time again. My order is always correct no matter how fast they complete it. This has become a daily stop on my morning commute. The staff is always friendly, helpful, and super pleasant. Today they even corrected another Starbucks location's mistake for free. I greatly appreciate the consistency in excellent service. Ashley is one of the batistas that makes my drink in the morning and has even gone the extra mile to notice that I was a new regular and inquired if I was new to the area. She is delightful.
(5)
Angie K.
So it's hard to give a rating because I think Starbucks coffee is awful however the iced green tea is pretty good and expensive as I'm sure everyone knows. the line was superlong and the staff hammered through it very quickly. Sat outside for an interview and it ended up being a great place to meet. I only recommend meeting here if you work in the area
(3)
Brian W.
Right next to the east entrance to Nationwide Arena on the plaza area. Pretty much your typical Starbucks, larger variety. The staff was friendly and efficient. Nice view to the plaza for some people watching, but can get crowded if there's an event at the arena.
Stephen B.
Would have been a four star Starbucks for me (I am a former Starbucks management member from Boston, so my store standards are pretty high in order to grab five stars...) BUT, Walked to the store today (a Sunday) like I do most Sundays to grab a morning coffee and chill out for a little bit, and learned that the store recently pulled its Sunday hours. Not sure what the reasoning was. The store obviously wasn't slammed on Sundays like it is on weekdays when Nationwide offices are open, but it still did a decent business. It's the closest Starbucks to the Convention Center and various Convention Center hotels, and I ALWAYS saw guests to the city in the store when I was there on Sundays. Pretty disappointing. Hope they'll consider re-opening on Sundays soon. I either have to head to one of the indie shops in the Short North (which is a fine alternative) or I have to drive to get to the nearest Starbucks. Definitely knocks the store down a few pegs for those of us who live nearby.
(3)Brad S.
This has become my "home base" Starbucks, as I work a mere quarter-mile from Nationwide Arena and there are no other decent coffee options in the N. Front St./Nationwide Blvd. corridor. I also pass only 2 other Starbucks on my commute from Dublin (one is inside a Giant Eagle, and those universally suck out loud, and the other is the drive-thru on West 5th in Grandview where the line wraps around the building 3 times and extends almost to campus), and I'm usually fiendin' for caffeine by the time I park my car and walk all the way here. Maybe that's why the coffee always tastes so damn good by the time I arrive. The service is always impeccable at this location, and a special shout-out goes to my favorite barista, a gentleman who almost sings his way through taking your order. He gets bonus points for making your order sound XXX-rated: "That'll be a delectable pumpkin spice latte topped with creamy, lovely goodness ready to explode in your mouth with flavor and leave you begging for more." Ummmmm, thank you sir, may I have another? The baristas also never seem to get flustered when I have to order my boss's favorite drink which is somewhat challenging. (Venti Passion Fruit Lemonade with 6 extra shots of sugar, sigh.) There is sometimes a line out the door, but it moves quickly, unlike other Starbucks that I have frequented. I don't usually hang out in the sitting area, but it looks comfortable enough. (Special tip: if you catch them when they're in town, chances are high that you'll see a Blue Jackets player or coach hanging out in here the morning of a game.) This is still my #1 coffee stop, and until someone makes me a cup of coffee that's better (local guys, where you at?!? you're failing miserably), I'll keep feeding the corporate machine. Hey, good coffee trumps personal politics.
(5)Josh B.
Great Store Andrew is the manager and he has a great team that does a fantastic job!
(5)April P.
Columbus Ohio. You rock. And so do you Starbucks. This staff is super friendly. Visit them and buy coffee from them : )
(5)Keith M.
This is the only coffee shop in the Arena District and I end up heading here for whenever the line at Cup O Joe on the Cap is way too long or smells like burnt vegetable oil. Sometimes it's too late to head to Cafe Brioso (not enough people going there in the afternoon) and I don't want to get there when they're about to close up. In this heat I just don't feel like biking too far for an alternative, even if I'm going at a leisurely pace the nearly 100 degree heat makes even a mere stroll a sweaty endeavor. I don't even need to review the coffee, since you've most likely already tried it. If you have and also had coffee from one of our many great local joints you know there's no comparison and I'm not just saying that because it's a chain. To quote Ralph Wiggum, "It tastes like burning.". The prices for iced coffee is comparable to other establishments and yes, they come in "tall", "grande", and "venti". The atmosphere is rather sterile and not surprisingly looks like some corporate executive's idea of what "comfy" is supposed to be. However, the employees are very nice and prone to striking up a little friendly chit chat and while the white-collar clientele is rather prominent compared to other coffee-shops (and not my crowd) someone was nice enough to quickly offer to plug in my adapter rather than sit right in front of the outlet waiting for me to ask the obvious. While it's not my first choice it's nice to know I have a backup nearby just in case.
(3)Megan S.
I'm usually in here about three times a week. The folks that work behind the counter here are the nicest baristas in the city. Between all the Nationwide employees the dozens of agency folks, they have their hands full with a packed house most mornings. Yet somehow, they always remember the "regulars" drink orders, and when they don't, they're genuinely disappointed. I'll go in their some mornings like a big grouch, yet they always manage to turn my mood around in a matter of minutes. I could always do without Starbucks prices, but the company they keep is well worth it.
(5)Aditya S.
Possibly my favorite starbucks in columbus.
(5)Manbeard J.
This store is closed right now and I am angry. I want some coffee.
(5)Sulli S.
The coffee is great and the working staff was a delight. The barista was singing "Hit me with your best SHOT" LOL I thew an extra buck tip in for that. Its nice to see happy people!
(5)Arvid Y.
This is my neighborhood Starbucks and i'm a fan. The service and efficiency at this location is consistently good. Their hours are a little wonky as compared to the typical Starbucks. Since they cater to people working in the Arena District, they close relatively early everyday. This means that they a lot of traffic during the day, but most people grab and go, leaving many tables and seats available.
(4)John S.
Stopped here twice in the morning - around 8:45, then for another cup at 9:15ish. I was lost. Both times there was a line, but the line moved relatively quick. There is no drive-thru. The server asked if I was doing anything fun today, of course not for the next 8 hours, but the question stunned me so that I couldn't think of a good enough reply. TIP: GET THE BLONDE ROAST WHEN AVAILABLE
(3)Clayton J.
Gotta love Starbucks. Even when I'm not looking for a caffeine boost, most of them in the Dublin area and the Arena district have great staff. Now with the passbook tie-in with the Starbucks app on my iPhone I don't have to take out my wallet or unlock my phone to make a payment. Fast and easy place to enjoy high-quality baked goods and coffee drinks.
(5)Neal E.
We stopped in here to hang out and work for several hours before a customer meeting. Decent amount of work space in here. Ordered a dark roast coffee with room for cream. Dark, delicious, and quality caffeine! Service was good!
(4)Jacqueline G.
Amazing service time and time again. My order is always correct no matter how fast they complete it. This has become a daily stop on my morning commute. The staff is always friendly, helpful, and super pleasant. Today they even corrected another Starbucks location's mistake for free. I greatly appreciate the consistency in excellent service. Ashley is one of the batistas that makes my drink in the morning and has even gone the extra mile to notice that I was a new regular and inquired if I was new to the area. She is delightful.
(5)Angie K.
So it's hard to give a rating because I think Starbucks coffee is awful however the iced green tea is pretty good and expensive as I'm sure everyone knows. the line was superlong and the staff hammered through it very quickly. Sat outside for an interview and it ended up being a great place to meet. I only recommend meeting here if you work in the area
(3)Brian W.
Right next to the east entrance to Nationwide Arena on the plaza area. Pretty much your typical Starbucks, larger variety. The staff was friendly and efficient. Nice view to the plaza for some people watching, but can get crowded if there's an event at the arena.
(4)