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Original Starbucks, Seattle, WA

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Original Starbucks

Order coffee at the Pike Place Market store that the company has kept close to its early 1970s look since moving here in 1976.

1912 Pike Place · Seattle, WA

About Original Starbucks

This small Pike Place Market shop is known as the Original Starbucks. The company opened in 1971 at 2000 Western Avenue and moved here in 1976, and the store has kept its early appearance under design guidelines tied to its historic significance. It still sells whole bean coffee, tea and spices alongside drinks. Lines are common, and the market lists an option to reserve a visit up to two weeks ahead.

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The closest stops to Original Starbucks, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

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    Pike Place Market

    No admission fee

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    Transit: reachable by public transit

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  • Eat & Drink
    Foodie Favorite

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    Under $25

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    Transit: reachable by public transit

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    No admission fee

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    Transit: reachable by public transit

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    Family Favorite

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    Under $25

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    Transit: reachable by public transit

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    Under $25

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    Transit: reachable by public transit

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    Transit: reachable by public transit

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