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Starbucks is reversing their open-door policy, now requiring patrons to make a purchase before sitting in their stores or ...

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Starbucks is a pioneer of the “second wave” coffee movement, with its origins in Seattle near the famous Pike Place Market. Starbucks stock price has seen tremendous growth since its 1992 IPO.

STUART, Fla. — The days of hanging out at Starbucks or stopping in for a bathroom break are now over. From now on, you’ll have to be a paying customer to use the building's amenities.

SEATTLE — If you want to hang out or use the restroom at Starbucks, you’re going to have to buy something. Starbucks on Monday said it was reversing a policy that invited everyone into its stores.