Comments on: Cabbagetown: What’s in a Starbucks??

By: Tricia

Tricia — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 22:59:35 +0000

I absolutely think St James town and parliament street are changing for the better.. Even since I moved down here 3 years ago.
I am happy that a starbucks has made it into the neighbourhood. I’m not a fan of the coffee at coffee time or Tim Hortons and felt limited in my choices. Starbucks not only services a specific clientele and not just zen yuppies but also those who enjoy quality coffee and specialty beverages.
I’m happy and hope that it may lure new visitors to our wonderful neighbourhood!

By: Richard Silver

Richard Silver — Tue, 26 May 2009 11:09:15 +0000

Thanks Rob…it is good to have Starbucks there and it is definitely attracting a different clientele…more zen than the music at Jet Fuel but…that shows my increasing age. Looks like the two store next to Jet Fuel are also being re-invented: one as an ice cream shop (YEAH!!) and one as a Jewellry Shop. All good for Cabbagetown. If you get a chance check out 300 Dundas and see the full plan for the regent Park re-vitalization..it is very cool.

By: Rob

Rob — Tue, 26 May 2009 10:39:15 +0000

I think having a Starbucks is great. I’d often go down to the Distillery District or St. Lawrence Market for a coffee, it’s great to be able to stroll down the street for one now.

Starbucks has it’s own clientele that really weren’t served by Jet Fuel or Tim Horton’s, etc. It sure would be nice if it did signal some more upscale cafes and restaurants on Parliament. Cabbagetown is still not a place many people think of when they want to go out, which is too bad.

By: Richard Silver

Richard Silver — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 13:35:04 +0000

Just a quick update…it seems that Stabucks is developing it’s own clientele and is pretty busy. Maybe residents of Cabbagetown needing a Starbucks fix are staying in the hood rather than going to other areas…We have some great places to shop so lets keep supporting our merchants! Hats off to the St. James Butcher Shop! They seem to be getting better and better…Your dad would be very proud of you Mark!!

By: Rick

Rick — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:57:33 +0000

I disagree with you Daniel.

I think a Starbucks is a wonderful addition to the strip. And, like it or not, a Starbucks appearing on the strip does send out a message to entrepreneurs and/or established businesses that the strip is a viable place to open.

There’s a place for all businesses on Parliament and the “corporate giants” bring traffic to the street which means the little guy might actually have a chance.

Here’s hoping that the residents of Cabbagetown get out of their Land Rovers en route to Whole Foods and actually support their neighbourhood businesses.

By: Daniel Bloch

Daniel Bloch — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 16:10:51 +0000

Hey Richard, just reading your blog!

My opinion on this starbucks even though parking is an issue, I do think it does not fit into the area as much as a Tim Hortons or other smaller coffee chain, the reason for this is the average Joe, on Parliament does not want to pay the extra for a simple coffee, of course if they ad a patio in the spring and summer it may change the outlook, however Im still a big fan of Jet Fuel Coffee Shop across the street where you can get a giant latte to go for as little as $2.00

I think a company like Balzacs would of done terrific in Cabbagetown but the corporate giant always makes the first move!