Starbucks Questions & Answers
17 data-backed answers built from our directory of 12,312 stores across 2 countries. Each page includes live statistics, sources, and featured locations.
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What time does Starbucks open?
Most Starbucks open 5:00–6:30 AM on weekdays. Drive-thrus frequently open by 02:30. The earliest in our 12,312-store index is 11412 Fashion Court, Hesperia, CA, 92344, Hesperia at 02:30.
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What time does Starbucks close?
Most Starbucks close 8:00–10:00 PM. Drive-thrus sometimes stay open until 11:00 PM, and a small number of airport and hospital locations operate 24 hours.
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How many Starbucks are there in the US?
Starbucks Corporation reports roughly 16,000+ stores across the U.S. Our directory independently indexes 11,041 of them across all 50 states and D.C.
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How many Starbucks are in Canada?
Starbucks Corporation operates roughly 1,500 stores in Canada — the chain's second-largest national market. Our directory indexes 1,271 of them.
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Does Starbucks have free Wi-Fi?
Yes. All U.S. and Canadian company-operated Starbucks offer free unlimited Wi-Fi with no purchase required. Connect to "Google Starbucks" and accept the terms.
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Does Starbucks accept Apple Pay?
Yes. All company-operated U.S. Starbucks accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and the Starbucks app itself. Rewards stars apply to every method.
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Are there 24-hour Starbucks locations?
Yes, but they are rare. Our U.S. index verifies 58 always-open locations. Most are inside airports, hospitals, casinos, or along major highways.
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What is the oldest Starbucks?
The first Starbucks opened in 1971 at 2000 Western Avenue in Seattle. The oldest continuously operating Starbucks is at 1912 Pike Place, Seattle — open since 1977 and still trading today.
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Does Starbucks have bathrooms?
Yes. Most U.S. Starbucks restrooms are available to customers, and many welcome non-customers too. Policy varies by store and region.
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Does Starbucks Canada accept Interac?
Yes. Every company-operated Starbucks in Canada accepts Interac Debit (chip, tap, and mobile) at the register and through the Starbucks Canada app's linked-card flow.
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Are Starbucks Rewards accounts shared between Canada and the US?
No. Starbucks Rewards Canada and the U.S. program are separate — Stars earned in one country do not transfer. Your Starbucks Card balance also stays inside the originating country.
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Is Starbucks more expensive than Tim Hortons in Canada?
Yes. A medium brewed coffee at Starbucks Canada runs about $2.95–$3.45; the Tim Hortons equivalent is $2.19–$2.49. Speciality drinks widen the gap — a Starbucks latte costs 40–60% more than a Tim Hortons latte.
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Does Starbucks in Québec have French menus?
Yes. Every Starbucks in Québec posts French-primary menus as required by Bill 96 (Charter of the French Language). Baristas serve in French by default; English is available on request.
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Does Starbucks Have a Drive-Thru?
Yes — about 48% of U.S. company-operated Starbucks have drive-through service, totalling over 5,251 locations. Coverage is highest in Sun Belt suburban markets. Reserve Roastery locations never have drive-thrus.
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How Much Does Starbucks Cost?
A tall (12 oz) drip coffee runs $3.25–$3.75. A Grande latte is typically $5.25–$6.50 depending on location. Airport and licensed stores charge $0.50–$1.50 more.
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What Are the Starbucks Cup Sizes?
Starbucks has six cup sizes: Demi (3 oz), Short (8 oz), Tall (12 oz), Grande (16 oz), Venti (20 oz hot / 24 oz iced), and Trenta (30 oz, cold drinks only).
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Does Starbucks Have Oat Milk?
Yes. Starbucks has offered oat milk (Oatly brand) at U.S. locations since 2021. It is available in all hot and iced espresso drinks as a dairy alternative for an extra charge of ~$0.80.
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