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.

The new code of conduct also bans discrimination or harassment, consumption of alcohol, smoking, drug use, and panhandling in ...

Starbucks spokesperson Jaci Anderson said the new rules are designed to help prioritize paying customers. Anderson said most other retailers already have similar rules. “We want everyone to feel ...

Starbucks is encouraging customers to come in and stay awhile by bringing back free in-house refills and condiment bar.

Starbucks is reversing its open-door policy after almost seven years, now requiring that people make a purchase if they want to hang out at its coffee shops or use its restrooms.