I am writing to report a very concerning experience at your store. I visited the drive-through and requested a pistachio loaf unwrapped because I have previously received it that way and sometimes the wrapped ones are hard. The employee I first spoke with argued with me and repeatedly talked over me when I tried to place an additional order. She insisted it was Starbucks policy that the loaf could not be given unwrapped. When I pulled to the window, I waited while staff appeared to be discussing me. An employee who I believe was named Zara told me they would not serve me due to my “attitude,” which was both surprising and upsetting. I then contacted Starbucks customer service and was informed that what I was told about the policy was not accurate. This experience felt dismissive and deeply uncomfortable. As a dark-skinned minority customer, the interaction came across as discriminatory and unprofessional. This is also not my first negative experience at this location. I am requesting that this incident be reviewed and that appropriate coaching or corrective action be taken. Customers should be treated with respect and professionalism at all times. I can provide the date, time, and receipt information if needed. I visited another Starbucks location and was able to clearly see the pistachio loaf in its original packaging. This makes me concerned that the information I was given at the previous store about company policy may have been inaccurate. I would appreciate clarification on the policy and a review of my experience.
