Starbucks

I’ve resented my parents for 23 and a half years for giving me the name “Alli”. Every single time I go into a Starbucks it’s “is that Alli with an ‘ie’ or a ‘y’.” It got to the point where I moved out and decided to never speak to them again for the havoc they caused me. Except, for when I stepped into the Starbucks that beheld Marc Cruz. When he took my order, he asked for my name. He then said, and I quote, “how do you spell that?”. He actually asked ME how to spell MY name. I gasped and said “no one’s ever asked me that before”, while I shyly tucked my hair behind my ears. I left Starbucks with a big grin on my face that day and whistled the song “Happy” by Pharrell Williams on my way home. After that, I reached back out to my parents. Since I was living on the streets after moving out, I decided to move back in with them. They brought me in with open arms, no questions asked. I now have a loving relationship with my family due to Marc Cruz.

I am not very expendable with my money but somehow Marc always knew what drink would hit right; he hooked me up with a medicine ball when I was sick and the results were godly. Marc is very knowledgeable about the selection at Starbucks and did a great job managing the establishment. 10/10

I’ve tried many coffee shops in the State College area but nothing beats the S Pugh street Starbucks! It’s not just the delicious coffees that make me come back, but the charismatic manager, Marc Cruz. That boy knows how to whip up a mean drink!

When I want a trenta cold brew with extra ice (which is everyday), I know exactly where to go. I get the biggest smile on my face when I walk into the Starbucks at Pugh Centre and see manager Marc behind the counter. It’s my daily buzz- the caffeine is just a plus!

I walked into Starbucks being confused at where everything was located and then stumbled across this great manager named Marc Cruz. Taking one look at him, I knew this guy he gets it. He showed me all around the store and made sure I was well taken care of. He even managed to engage other customers and make them feel welcome. He did a great job and I was very fortunate to meet him. Definitely going back!!