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by hellbannedguy 1769 days ago
Starbucks won because they recreated a friendly living room.

I always felt their coffee sucked, but their employees have always been nice, and friendly.

I enjoyed getting out, people watching, and feeling zero pressure to buy anything, or leave.

(I've noticed slight changes, like codes to the bathroom, but it's still my favorite place to hang. American perspective.)

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> I always felt their coffee sucked

Most independents will be better, if there is any around.