This is my favorite Starbucks in Chicago, and the only one in the city that I will even step into. They have their own satellite radio station, something like "Starbucks Radio." The station plays... More

This is my favorite Starbucks in Chicago, and the only one in the city that I will even step into. They have their own satellite radio station, something like "Starbucks Radio." The station plays one of the smoothest mixes of music I've ever heard. Only problem is that if you go there for a couple days in a row, you'll begin to hear a pattern of the same songs. Still there's something special about being able to hear Aretha Franklin, Frank Sinatra, Spanish Rock and NIck Drake all in the time it takes you to drink a grande half caf low fat soy latte. This Starbucks is in the heart of the gallery district (River North area).I've heard great things about their free Saturday morning gallery walk. They have great art on the walls, interesting clientèle and a groovy staff that will often sing along with the music. They've got their regulars, and I may be considered one of them because I'm there at least 3 times a week. I usually get there around 6:15 and am able to mellow out a little before work starts. I give this place 5 stars because of the music. But I must say that they do know how to brew coffee here too. This is not your typical Starbucks, the coffee is pretty good here. And again, they'll serve you in a mug if you ask and give you a free refill if you are nice.
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