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Starbucks

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Pike Place, Seattle
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    Vanessa K.
    "The original Starbucks, it is tastier coffee here!"(19 Tips)
    Gauri M.
    "Good for getting 'the first starbucks store souvenirs!"(5 Tips)
    Ankit S.
    "The pike special reserve is awesome!"(6 Tips)
    Brett G.
    "other Starbucks around the world!"(8 Tips)
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  • Kristine G.heart icon on user image
    Kristine GelsanoNovember 19, 2014
    Starbucks opened its first store in 1971 in the Pike Place Market in downtown Seattle. Because the Market is a historic district with design guidelines, the store retains its original look.
    Upvoted Jan 26
  • Starbucks
    StarbucksMarch 4, 2011
    This is where it all began! Get a cup of coffee and wander around the market across the street.
    Upvoted Feb 10
  • Starbucks
    StarbucksOctober 1, 2013
    You're visiting one of only two stores in the world that have Pike Place Special Reserve available for purchase. This dark roast reserve coffee pairs well with Seattle rain and chocolate.
    Upvoted Feb 2
  • Karen R.heart icon on user image
    Karen RiceAugust 21, 2013
    Come late in the day when most of the market is shutting down or you will be swallowed in tourists. This store is open till 9pm; you can get exclusive souvenirs here you cant get at other Starbucks.
    Upvoted Jan 24
  • Scott S.
    Scott StevensSeptember 14, 2012
    You'll come here to see the first Starbucks, but you'll stay (and come back) for the street performers right out front. The switch ever hour and are some of the top talent I've seen.
  • Ilker B.heart icon on user image
    Ilker BasaranOctober 15, 2016
    There is always line. Only if you plan to purchase their original merchandise cups, you can line. ***Don't wait only for a cup of coffee, there are plenty of Starbucks (+local coffee shops) around.
  • Beth B.heart icon on user image
    Beth BondJuly 13, 2018
    Starbucks 1. Yes, done to death and massive lines but fun to be where it started. The staff was awesome. It's worth to see the cup tosses across the store. Fish aren't the only flying things at Pike's
  • Brian S.heart icon on user image
    Brian StraussDecember 14, 2017
    The original Starbucks! Getting espresso? Ask for a double ristretto shot in a ceramic cup (they have them if you ask — consume onsite only) for the best Italian-centric experience!
  • Stacy B.heart icon on user image
    Stacy Bo BacyOctober 1, 2017
    Visiting here is more about the novelty of being in the first Starbucks and buying special merchandise than drinking the coffee. To each their own.
  • Tim D.heart icon on user image
    Tim DengNovember 1, 2018
    The original Starbucks! Gotta day, didn’t seem that much better than a normal Starbucks.
  • Chris H.
    Chris HarrisonMay 31, 2018
    I don’t normally drink coffee. Usually tea. But I recently discovered cold brew which is not so bitter. Starbucks has a cold brew with cold foam sweetened with Cascara. Yummy and only 80 calories
  • Ana M.
    Ana MartínezNovember 18, 2013
    If you like to drink coffee, have a very peaceful time with a great view to the Puget Sound, this is your Starbucks location. Great service, same Starbucks prices, but there is not parking lot.
  • Marlon A.
    Marlon AlaanOctober 30, 2014
    If I had more room in my carry on luggage, I would have stock up on these souvenir mugs coz they make good Holiday gifts! The You Are Here mug is only $9.95 I believe 👍
  • Jordan M.heart icon on user image
    Jordan MoralesSeptember 10, 2012
    The Cubano shot really does make all the difference, if you like sweeter. If your a Starbucks fan you have to go here at least once. (If you can't handle a line, well more original for us!)
  • lethargicpanda
    lethargicpandaMarch 24, 2013
    Interesting to check it out, but seriously packed with tourists... So try to find the down time (if there any). The coffee base is different from the one used at starbucks usually. Worth tasting!
  • Kellee A.heart icon on user image
    Kellee AbozoglaiJune 4, 2013
    The line might look a bit intimidating, but it's pretty well organized inside. As a coffee girl, this is it... Once you make the pilgrimage you have to get the coffee!!!
  • Manoj
    ManojApril 4, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Hours: This place is open until 9PM. ( Usually in summers it used to be open till 9PM.. but they changed it recently.. and it will be open till 9PM through out the year!)
  • Alfred K.
    Alfred KateebMay 28, 2017
    The first ever Starbucks location in Seattle - pike market.. must visit location if you are a coffee ☕️ lover & like Starbucks ❤️
  • Ozlem A.heart icon on user image
    Ozlem AydinJanuary 28, 2020
    First store, kept as it is, so go and feel the history. Be prepare to wait at least 15mins as it is always so crowded.
  • Dawn D.
    Dawn DeVirgilioAugust 30, 2012
    From Indianapolis to SF to the OG Starbucks in Seattle - "The Dawn" will always be a double tall, nonfat, no whip mocha. They can't stir it here so ask for it swirled!
  • Evan[Bu]
    Evan[Bu]May 16, 2011
    A trip to Seattle is not complete without a stop at Starbucks store #1. This store definitely marches to it's own beat. Many things are unique to this store and it's definitely worth checking out.
  • Hard R.
    Hard RockerJune 14, 2015
    A must visit for the Starbucks fanatic. The place is always busy--line out the door and down a ways. Friendly staff.
  • Shirley L.
    Shirley LiuSeptember 17, 2014
    The original Starbucks! Long lines but pick up souvenirs and their special reserve blend (only available at this location).
  • Claudeheart icon on user image
    ClaudeAugust 13, 2023
    Most accomodating crew ever. Altho we were in line for almost 2hrs just to order 2 drinks and 2 tumblers 😂
  • Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center
    This Starbucks is full of tourists so the line is usually long. For coffee lovers though, the line will be worth the wait! There are also street musicians to help pass the time!
  • Mehmet O.heart icon on user image
    Mehmet OcaklıSeptember 22, 2015
    This is where it all began! Get a Beef & Cheese Piroshky from the Bakery beside and enjoy your coffee.
  • Andrew M.
    Andrew MayeshibaMarch 8, 2013
    If you ask, the friendly staff will tell you a little about the history of the Starbucks company, including the origin of the name.
  • Caroline D.heart icon on user image
    Caroline DengJuly 2, 2015
    My inner basic bitch loves this place. The line to get in is very long, but Pike Place Market is right across the street. Check out the Gum Wall at Post Alley.
  • Maricel P.
    Maricel P.August 31, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Spenser is awesome! He keeps the interaction light and funny and can speak basic German and Spanish! Pretty impressive!
  • Nithin Naidu N.
    Nithin Naidu NarpuSeptember 22, 2019
    First ever Starbucks Store #Seattle’s Pike Place it is.. Its worth it to wait in the long line to visit this place ❤️
  • Sarah M.
    Sarah MaraJuly 1, 2013
    All Starbucks fans must make this pilgrimage sometime in their life time, it is after all where it all began. Where would we be without it!!
  • Brett G.
    Brett GreeneApril 13, 2013
    Enjoy a visit to the very first Starbucks and enjoy the drinks you get at every other Starbucks around the world! :)
  • Jessica W.heart icon on user image
    Jessica WeissJuly 12, 2015
    It was cool to visit the original Starbucks. It has exclusive merchandise in the store. But unless you're going to it for the merch, it's just a normal Starbucks and therefore not worth the wait.
  • RENheart icon on user image
    RENFebruary 20, 2018
    if you’re visiting the Pike Place Market, you midaswell visit the very first Starbucks store
  • Chris C.
    Chris CalderonOctober 28, 2018
    The original Starbucks! It’s pretty much always busy, but worth the wait.
  • Taylor L.heart icon on user image
    Taylor LorenSeptember 23, 2012
    the original! the baristas here are the best of the best - delivering a really great and personable experience :D
  • Maria N.heart icon on user image
    Maria NicholJanuary 5, 2016
    It's a cool place to visit just to see the original shop but the line isn't worth waiting in more than one time. The coffee does seem to taste better than most Starbucks
  • Irina
    IrinaAugust 15, 2014
    It's every coffee lover's Mecca and it's a relatively small place, so it's crazy crowded all day every day.
  • Natalie S.heart icon on user image
    Natalie SwaimAugust 2, 2016
    Great for souvenirs, make sure to get there early to beat the line!
  • Timothy N.
    Timothy NgwenaSeptember 12, 2014
    Get here early. There's no queue in the morning and you can grab a coffee in under 5
  • Manoj
    ManojApril 19, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Please be patient!..come in early or late in the evening to beat the rush.. n I agree with Tiffany..super nice and hardest working baristas here..TIP them well
  • Jason S.heart icon on user image
    Jason StoffJuly 17, 2016
    At the original. Usually there's a line out the door, so don't expect a quick stop.
  • Katrina H.
    Katrina HillMay 22, 2013
    If you go anytime after 10am on a Monday, you won't have to wait in a line for too long :)
  • Moe S.heart icon on user image
    Moe ShehataJanuary 31, 2017
    This is the first Starbucks ever, and it felt great to be there honestly.
  • Christinaheart icon on user image
    ChristinaNovember 3, 2017
    The original. Worth stopping by if you’re in the area.
  • Pach R.heart icon on user image
    Pach ReedJanuary 1, 2015
    The original store!!! Yet, just a regular Starbucks, get ready for a huge line
  • Polly S.heart icon on user image
    Polly SaipinthongJuly 28, 2012
    Busiest baristas, but also very friendly. Don't forget to TIP! :)
  • Amanda K.heart icon on user image
    Amanda KennedyMay 20, 2019
    The line was long but getting to see the OG Starbucks was awesome.
  • Cristian G.heart icon on user image
    Cristian GonzálezAugust 20, 2016
    The first Starbucks is amazing! It's so small but the service is a little bit slow
  • Joseph R.
    This place can get packed. Know what you when before you get in line. But it was kind of neat to be here. It seems different from other Starbucks Store... This is the original... you know.
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