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Starbucks Hits Pause on Over 100 Stores: Here’s What’s Brewing

Brewing Up Change

In a recent twist, Starbucks decided to shutter over 100 of its North American coffeehouses. Surprisingly, the company didn’t spill the beans on which locations got the axe. This has left many loyal coffee drinkers jittery, wondering if their beloved corner shop is on the list.

For detailed coverage on this decision, check out Starbucks North American Store Closures.

Tracking the Percolations

So, how do we find out which ones are closing? Business Insider is on the case. They’re diligently compiling a list, gathering intel from affected baristas, in-store visits, and trusty store locator tools. Although the list is far from complete, it’s slowly painting a picture of impacted neighborhoods and states.

Read more about Starbucks’ strategy from their CEO, Brian Niccol here.

A Message in Every Cup

Starbucks has expressed gratitude towards the communities built around their coffeehouses. In their statement, they acknowledged the deep connections formed over the years in these spaces. To your average New Yorker, it’s about more than coffee—it’s about the memories, the regulars, and the daily ritual.

For more on Starbucks’ previous closure announcements, click here.

Locations Getting the Boot

Here’s a rundown of some of the places where you’ll soon have to find another source for your caffeine fix:

California

• 1303 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
• 1100 CA-1, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
• 138 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012

District of Columbia

• 1801 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009
• 901 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001

Maryland

• 13677 Connecticut Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20906
• 1209 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201

Massachusetts

• 177 College Ave, Medford, MA 02155

New Jersey

• 40 W. Park Place, Morristown, NJ 07960

New Mexico

• 106 W San Francisco St Plaza, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Oregon

• 2803 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97214

Virginia

• 12599 Fairlakes Cir, Fairfax, VA 22033
• 4000 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203

Washington

• 2401 Utah Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134
• 1124 Pike St, Seattle

How to Stay in the Loop

If you’ve got a hot tip or want to share more details, reach out to Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert via email at ktl@businessinsider.com. Prefer secure communications? Check out this guide.

In short, whether you’re a regular grabbing your morning brew or a local counting on that familiar spot, these closures are a bitter pill. And until every location is confirmed, many will wait with bated breath and double espressos.