San Antonio, October 11, 2025
News Summary
Starbucks has closed two locations in San Antonio, part of a larger trend of store closures across North America. The company’s strategic review aims to streamline operations with a projected total of 18,300 stores by fiscal year-end, marking a significant decrease. The closures impact employees and highlight the retail coffee industry’s economic challenges. Starbucks is offering transfer opportunities and severance packages for affected workers as it adjusts to enhance accountability and customer satisfaction.
San Antonio
Starbucks has closed two locations in San Antonio over the weekend, a move that comes amid a broader trend of store closures throughout North America. The affected locations include the store on Blanco Road, which was listed among the closures, as well as the Bandera and Guilbeau locations, confirmed by employees and the Starbucks app.
The company has not disclosed the total number of stores that will be closing, but it is expected that Starbucks will have 18,300 locations in North America by the end of its fiscal year, representing a decrease of 124 stores compared to the previous year. This reduction is part of a strategic review led by Starbucks leadership, focusing on identifying locations that lack a viable path to financial stability or fail to meet customer experience expectations.
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol highlighted the necessity for annual adjustments to the store portfolio, noting that such openings and closures are driven by factors like financial performance and lease expirations. The recent closures are seen as a significant action that impacts both employees, referred to as partners, and customers.
In response to the closures, Starbucks is offering affected workers opportunities to transfer to other locations within the company as well as severance packages to assist those unable to relocate. This situation marks the second large round of layoffs at Starbucks in 2025, following the layoff of 1,100 corporate employees globally in February and the elimination of several hundred open positions.
Niccol has emphasized the need for Starbucks to operate with greater efficiency and to enhance accountability in decision-making to ensure long-term viability and customer satisfaction in the company’s operations.
Closure Impact
The closing of Starbucks locations raises eyebrows about the company’s strategy going forward. The decisions made regarding store closures reflect broader economic pressures and competitive landscape challenges in the retail coffee industry.
Starbucks Location Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Locations | 18,300 (Projected end of fiscal year) |
| Store Decrease | 124 stores |
| Corporate Layoffs (February 2025) | 1,100 employees |
| Open Position Eliminations | Several hundred |
Timeline of Events
| Date | Event | Status |
|---|---|---|
| February 2025 | Laid off 1,100 corporate employees | Completed |
| Weekend (Date of Closure) | Closed two locations in San Antonio | Completed |
| End of Fiscal Year | Projected total of 18,300 locations | Upcoming |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Starbucks locations are closing in San Antonio?
Two locations are closing in San Antonio.
What is the projected total number of Starbucks locations by the end of the fiscal year?
Starbucks is expected to have 18,300 locations in North America by the end of the fiscal year.
What assistance is Starbucks providing to employees affected by the closures?
Starbucks is offering workers the opportunity to transfer to other locations and is providing severance packages.
What led to the decision of closing stores?
A review identified locations lacking a path to financial stability or unable to create the expected customer experience.
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