Is it ok to chill in Starbucks without buying anything?

Question

I went in there today and I loved it. Is it acceptable to go in there, and say, just read a book without buying anything?

Answer 1

no its tacky

Answer 2

Nope..if your ran a business and no one at at your place would you get mad? If you buy a water or a cookie than it's ok...

Answer 3

i would buy a tall coffee

Answer 4

I'm sure they would prefer it if you bought something, but they can't really do anything about it.

I say power to you!

Answer 5

as long as you don't do it too much or cause be a nuisance

i'd say, buy something small just so they don't get annoyed at you...

Answer 6

They probably won't kick you out, but it might be a good idea to get some juice or tea - - at least.

I love Starbucks, too :-))

Answer 7

MAN I totally feel you! There's a Chapter's with a Starbucks in it and I love just chillin out there. It's so quiet and peaceful. I might buy a drink or something but that's about it. I like going on my laptop too because there's free wi-fi (if you saw the family guy episode with the 2 writer's on their laptops in Starbucks you're probably laughing right now lol). But yeah, I would say there's no harm in it!

Answer 8

no because you could be taking the seat of someone who is buying something

Answer 9

It's considered a bit rude, so you might as well just buy something while you sit in their cafe, but ofcourse it is really relaxing. What's $5 gonna matter? Have a nice day :)

Answer 10

If you want EVEN MORE stores to close yes!   If its inside a book store, chill. If by itself, no. How about hanging out at the food court in the mall  and watching the ladies?   If hooked to caffeine like myself, buy a espresso machine and invite your friends over to your house. It's cheaper!

Answer 11

Just the other day, people were on their laptops and chilling without buying anything. So yes, it is.

Answer 12

its not normal lol but yeah it is

Answer 13

Absolutely. If they are going to charge those inflated prices and put the local coffee guys out of business, feel no guilt. On the other hand, if it's not Starbucks but a small independent coffee house, please support them and buy something so that they are able to withstand the unfair Starbuckian competition.

Answer 14

lol, i do it all the time for the free wifi!

Answer 15

of course people do it all the time

Answer 16

i would cuz there s hit is too expensive