Starbucks

For a Saturday, this joint was standing room only. But what do you expect - it’s on a college campus. A little slower than usual with only two baristas working the crowd. They managed well though and held their cool. The pastry case was full of fruit flies so I was glad knowing those are just for show. Could have used a little more hot water in my oatmeal, little dry, but overall great spot!

This location just reopened after undergoing a renovation this summer. The new layout is really nice, with more tables and chairs rather than couches. Much better space for the predominantly college crowd that frequents it. The staff here are very friendly and make great drinks. Because this location is on Emory's campus, it can get very busy between classes, so be aware of that if you're in a hurry. Also, this location is part of Emory's dining services, so while they have all of the drink and food offerings of a regular Starbucks, you cannot redeem rewards here. You can use your Starbucks card and earn stars, and use gift cards here, but you can't redeem star rewards or birthday rewards at this location.

Alright, so I'm a bit of a coffee snob, and I can be a pretentious jerk when it comes to the taste of coffee. However, I'm giving this place 4 stars because the people working here are fregin' delightful. As a grad student, I'm always happier after I leave this Starbucks. They can get crazy busy during peak hours when students are on campus, but they are perfect for off-hours when you need a quick fix.