Starbucks reverses open-door policy

As of the end of January, Starbucks will no longer allow customers to hang out in their stores without making a purchase.

The company has been testing out this new policy in select stores for the past year as a way to discourage loitering and make its stores more welcoming for paying customers.

Starbucks says that the number of non-paying customers has been increasing in recent years and that this has led to an increase in problems such as crime, drug use, and vandalism.

The new policy will require customers to make a purchase before they can use the store's seating, Wi-Fi, or restrooms.

Customers who are not making a purchase will be asked to leave the store.

Starbucks says that the new policy is being implemented with the safety of its customers and employees in mind.

The company says that it will continue to provide a welcoming environment for its customers, but it will no longer be able to tolerate non-paying customers who are causing problems.

The new policy has been met with mixed reactions from customers.

Some customers say that they understand the need for the new policy and that they will continue to be loyal Starbucks customers.

Other customers say that they are disappointed by the new policy and that they will no longer be visiting Starbucks as often.

Only time will tell how the new policy will affect Starbucks' business.

However, it is clear that the company is serious about addressing the issue of loitering and making its stores more welcoming for paying customers.

What do you think of the new Starbucks policy?

Will it make the stores more welcoming for paying customers?

Or will it drive away customers who are not willing to make a purchase?