What are the hours at the 8420 University City Boulevard Starbucks?

Weekdays run 5 AM to 9 PM. Saturday hours are 5 AM to 9 PM. Hours may vary on holidays.

Does this Starbucks have Wi-Fi?

Yes — this location offers free Wi-Fi for guests, with power outlets near the seating area.

Where is this Starbucks located?

The store is at 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213. It is a short walk from University City Boulevard.

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NEIGHBORHOOD

University City Boulevard

Near University City Boulevard · Charlotte University Area

Outlets

Wi-Fi

75 Mbps

Noise

Quiet

Weekly Traffic Pattern

Peak Moderate Quiet

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Starbucks in Charlotte — 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213

Q: What amenities are at this Starbucks?

The location carries Free Parking, Free Street Parking, Dine-In, Delivery, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible, Restroom, Good for Working, Outdoor Seating, Free Wi-Fi, and Drive-Thru. Seating includes power outlets near the seating area.

Charlotte, North Carolina · US

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Address

8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213

Charlotte, North Carolina

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Phone

+1 980-710-6004

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Today's Hours

Tuesday: 05:00 – 21:00

See full schedule below

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This Starbucks ranks among the top 71% of stores in Charlotte for overall experience.

Quick Answer

Starbucks at 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213, Charlotte

Status

Closed now · Today 05:00 – 21:00

Address

8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213, Charlotte, North Carolina

Phone

+1 980-710-6004

What makes it special

Drive-through service plus free Wi-Fi for work or travel.

Hours

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Weekly Schedule

Monday05:00 – 21:00

TuesdayToday

05:00 – 21:00

Wednesday05:00 – 21:00

Thursday05:00 – 21:00

Friday05:00 – 21:00

Saturday05:00 – 21:00

Sunday05:00 – 21:00

Hours can shift on national holidays. See full July 4th hours across U.S. Starbucks locations.

Amenities

Store Features & Amenities

Service options

Drive-Through
takeout_diningTakeout
restaurantDine-In
delivery_diningDelivery

Amenities

Free Wi-Fi
wcRestroom
Free Parking
Free Street Parking

Atmosphere

Outdoor Seating
groupGood for Working
Quiet atmosphere

Accessibility

accessibleWheelchair Accessible

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Timing

Best Times to Visit

Semester-driven: heavy 10 AM–2 PM and 6–9 PM weekdays. Weekends quieter; breaks are very slow.

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Quietest Hours

Quietest around 7:00–9:00 AM, Academic break weeks. Easiest seating and shortest waits.

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Weekday Peak

10:00 AM–2:00 PM, 6:00–9:00 PM on weekdays is the peak. Drive-through queue builds here — Mobile Order & Pay or parking-lot pickup saves several minutes.

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Weekend Peak

11:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekends. Consider arriving early or ordering ahead via the app.

Location

Location & Directions

How to Get Here

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By Car

Navigate to 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213, Charlotte, North Carolina. Coordinates: 35.29577, -80.74167.

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By Public Transit

Check Google Maps for the nearest bus or rail stop to 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213.

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On Foot

Near: University City Boulevard, Charlotte University Area. Use Google Maps for walking directions.

Parking Near This Starbucks

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Street Parking

Metered street parking may be available near 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213. Check signage for time limits.

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Nearby Garages

Paid garages may be available in the area. Use Google Maps for real-time parking availability.

Pricing

Price Guide

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Typical Prices

Drip Coffee (Tall)$3.25 – $3.75

Latte (Grande)$4.95 – $5.75

Frappuccino (Grande)$5.25 – $6.45

Cold Brew (Grande)$4.45 – $5.25

Food Items$2.95 – $6.95

Prices are approximate and may vary by location and season.

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Payment Methods

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Credit & Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex)
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Starbucks App & Gift Cards
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Apple Pay & Google Pay
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Cash
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Samsung Pay

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Starbucks Rewards

Earn Stars on every purchase via the Starbucks app. Redeem Stars for free drinks, food, and merchandise.

How Stars Work

Starbucks Card2 Stars / $1

Linked credit/debit1 Star / $1

Free handcrafted drink200 Stars

Accessibility

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Standard Accessibility Features

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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Accessible restroom
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Service animals welcome
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Visual menus and digital menu boards

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Accessible Ordering

Mobile Order & Pay

Order ahead via the Starbucks app to minimise wait time and avoid busy counter areas.

Drive-Through

This location has a drive-through — a convenient accessible ordering option.

Contact the store directly to confirm specific accessibility requirements before visiting.

About This Starbucks — Charlotte

Location Overview

This Charlotte Starbucks sits at 8420 University City Boulevard with a 5 AM weekday open and 9 PM close. Saturday doors stay open from 5 AM to 9 PM at this location. Expect Free Parking, Free Street Parking, Dine-In, Delivery, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible, Restroom, Good for Working, Outdoor Seating, Free Wi-Fi, and Drive-Thru as part of the standard store setup at 8420 University City Boulevard. Seating stays quiet, with power outlets available for working sessions. University City Boulevard and Charlotte University Area sit within walking distance, anchoring the block. The store at 35.29577,-80.74167 works well for a quick 8420 University City Boulevard 28213 pickup or a longer sit-down visit.

This location is within walking distance of University City Boulevard and serves the surrounding Charlotte neighborhood. This is a quieter, lower-traffic setting ideal for focused work and study sessions.

How This Location Compares in Charlotte

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This is one of the quieter Starbucks locations in Charlotte — a lower-traffic setting well-suited to focused work and study.

Charlotte Guide

8420 University City Boulevard threads the block around University City Boulevard and Charlotte University Area, giving Charlotte shoppers a coffee stop along the way. Commuters catch the 5 AM weekday open at 8420 University City Boulevard, and the 9 PM close handles early-evening Charlotte stops. The Saturday window keeps a 5 AM open and 9 PM close for Charlotte weekend routines at 8420 University City Boulevard. Inside the 28213 cafe at 35.29577,-80.74167, a quiet main floor holds power outlets across the seating area.

What's Nearby

University City Boulevard plus Charlotte University Area fall inside the 8420 University City Boulevard walking zone, useful for pairing coffee with a quick Charlotte stop. The 8420 University City Boulevard location keeps Charlotte walking chains short, which suits drop-in visits during busy days. With power outlets and a quiet setup, 8420 University City Boulevard 28213 covers pause-and-resume patterns across a Charlotte errand loop. Weekend pacing at 35.29577,-80.74167 stays slower: 5 AM to 9 PM on Saturday in Charlotte, which suits deeper walking loops.

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Charlotte University Area

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Nearby Landmarks

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University City Boulevard

University City Boulevard is a light rail station on the LYNX Blue Line in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. It is located on North Tryon Street

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Charlotte University Area

The Charlotte metropolitan area (also referred to informally as Metrolina and to a lesser extent as Greater Charlotte) is a metropolitan area of the U

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Local Tips

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Between the 5 AM weekday start and the 9 PM close, 8420 University City Boulevard 35.29577,-80.74167 sees two peaks; Saturday trades that for a slower 5 AM to 9 PM window.
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Count on power outlets across the 8420 University City Boulevard cafe and a quiet atmosphere most hours, with Free Parking, Free Street Parking, Dine-In, Delivery, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible, Restroom, Good for Working, Outdoor Seating, Free Wi-Fi, and Drive-Thru rounding out the store setup.
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Pedestrian reach from 8420 University City Boulevard covers University City Boulevard and Charlotte University Area inside Charlotte without a drive.
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Set navigation to 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte NC 28213 at 35.29577,-80.74167 — the cafe sits by 11 visible service cues.

Last updated: June 2026 · Data sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL)

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Plan Your Visit

Planning Your Visit

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Power outlets

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Free

Wi-Fi

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quiet

Noise level

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30–50

Seating capacity

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For Remote Workers & Students

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Wi-Fi & Connectivity

Free, unlimited Wi-Fi available. No login required — connect to the Starbucks network and accept the terms.

Network Details

Network name: "Starbucks" or "Google Starbucks"
No time limit or purchase required
Approximate speed: 75 Mbps
Supports video calls and cloud-based work

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Best Times for Focused Work

This is a consistently quiet location. Any time outside the 7–9 AM window offers good conditions for focused work.

Traffic Pattern

Mon–Fri 7:00–9:00 AMPeak

Mon–Fri 12:00–1:00 PMModerate

Tue–Thu 9:00–11:00 AM, 2:00–4:00 PMQuiet

Sat–Sun 10:00 AM–12:00 PMPeak

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Seating & Power Outlets

Power outlets are available near the seating areas. Window and wall seating typically offer the best access.

Outlet Locations

Wall seating: highest outlet density
Window bar: good for single-screen work
Center tables: limited power access

Seating typically available throughout the day at this quieter location.

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General Visit Tips

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Mobile Order

Use the Starbucks app to order ahead and skip the queue — especially useful during rush hours.

How Mobile Order Works

1Open Starbucks app → Order → Select this location
2Pay in-app with card, Apple Pay, or Stars
3Collect at dedicated mobile order counter
4No queue — order ready on arrival

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Customization

All drinks are fully customizable — milk alternatives, syrups, temperature, and size.

Popular Customizations

Oat milk — most popular alternative
Half-sweet / sugar-free syrup
Extra shot espresso (+$0.80)
Cold foam topping
Light ice / no ice

Size Guide

Tall12 oz (hot & cold)

Grande16 oz (hot & cold)

Venti20 oz hot / 24 oz cold

Trenta30 oz (cold drinks only)

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Reusable Cup Discount

Bring your own reusable cup for a 10-cent discount on any beverage.

Accepted Cup Types

Any clean personal cup or travel mug
No minimum capacity requirement
Barista adjusts proportions to your cup size
Cold cups accepted for iced drinks
10¢ discount applied automatically at register

Helpful Reading

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Guide

Starbucks drive-through: wait times, hours, and mobile order tips

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Q&A

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Popular Drinks at This Location

Full menu available in-store and via the Starbucks app. Seasonal items vary by region and time of year.

Like every U.S. Starbucks, this location serves the full handcrafted-beverage menu. Two reads worth your time: Starbucks drive-through: wait times, hours, and mobile order tips and our Side-by-side comparison of Starbucks, Dunkin, and Tim Hortons.

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Signature Espresso Drinks

Caramel Macchiato
Vanilla Latte
Flat White
Cappuccino
Americano

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Cold Brew & Iced Drinks

Nitro Cold Brew
Cold Brew Coffee
Iced Caramel Macchiato
Iced Matcha Latte
Iced Coffee

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Seasonal Favorites

Pumpkin Spice Latte
Peppermint Mocha
Toasted White Chocolate Mocha
Chestnut Praline Latte

Comparison

How does this store compare?

Feature	This Store	9335 North Tryon Street	6925 University City Boulevard	3015 Stelfox Street
Drive-through	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Free Wi-Fi	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Noise level	Quiet	Busy	Quiet	Busy
Rating	—	—	—	—
Today’s hours	05:00–21:00	05:00–20:00	05:00–22:00	05:00–20:00

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the opening hours at this Starbucks?

Doors at 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213 open at 05:00 Monday through Friday. Today (Tuesday): 05:00 – 21:00. Holiday schedules can shift these times.

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What time does this Starbucks close?

Last call at this Charlotte location is 21:00 on weekdays. Today (Tuesday): 05:00 – 21:00. Weekends often close earlier — full week schedule is on this page.

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Can I order from my car at this Charlotte Starbucks?

Yes. This Starbucks at 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213 has a drive-through lane — you can order and pick up without leaving your car.

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Can I get online at this Starbucks?

Free Wi-Fi is available at 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213. Look for the "Google Starbucks" SSID and accept the splash terms — no email or purchase needed.

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Can I mobile order at this Starbucks?

We can't confirm Mobile Order at this Charlotte store. The Starbucks app's pickup-store list is the most reliable source — check before driving.

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How do I call this Starbucks?

The phone number for this Starbucks is +1 980-710-6004.

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How can I navigate to this Starbucks?

Address: 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213, Charlotte, North Carolina. Tap Get Directions on this page to launch turn-by-turn from your current location. Lat/long: 35.29577, -80.74167.

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Is there parking near this Starbucks?

Parking near 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213 depends on the block. Some Charlotte Starbucks share a strip-mall lot; others rely on street parking. Use the embedded map to scout before you go.

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Does this Charlotte Starbucks have accessibility features?

Most Starbucks locations including this one at 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213 are wheelchair accessible, with accessible entrances, seating, and restrooms. Contact the store directly to confirm specific accessibility requirements before your visit.

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How much does a Starbucks latte cost?

Expect a Grande latte at Charlotte Starbucks to land in the $4.45–$5.25 range. Add-ins (extra shots, alternative milks) bump the price up. The Starbucks app shows the live menu for 8420 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28213.