I mean, why can't they just be better, if they are going to charge so much and be on every freakin' corner. I walked out without buying anything today.
I go to Starbucks ocassionally. They always have an empty table, even when CC's is packed, so they are my back-up plan. They make a mean eggnog latte, though CC's does now, too. And some of my friends like to go there. One friend in particular wants to go there all the time, and I always have a good time with her. If you are not studying or working, it's a quiet place to hang out. I can't stand the straight coffee there, but the (more fatty and therefore usually avoided) fancy drinks are pretty good. And E and the husbands and kids went there with me last week, and it was great (except for the lack of a changing table).
But today, Starbucks proved unacceptable again. First, they have no microwaves. Have you tasted a cold, unwarmed croissant? Second, and more important, they have no wi-fi at the Starbucks in Gonzales. How crazy is that? After asking both questions and getting two no answers, I smiled politely, and walked out.
Etcetera.
I don't think I've ever heard of buying a croissant pastry and heating it up. But then I don't like coffee of any sorts, so my taste buds are clearly messed up.
ReplyDeleteI tried to use my computer one day in their parking lot and thought it was odd that there was no wi-fi. I didn't go in to ask about it so I thought maybe I just couldn't get a signal. They don't have very good tea and I don't drink coffee so... the frappie drinks are okay but expensive.
ReplyDeleteThe SB closest to me, in Atascocita (about 10 minute drive) has Wi-Fi, but you have to pay to play!!! I never did like the coffee at SB, CCs was much better... Now, if only I could get the company to by Community instead of Folgers....
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