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Starbucks to reopen its Northside location on UT Dallas campus
The coffee chain serves coffee, espresso and tea drinks. (Courtesy Starbucks)
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The Starbucks at Northside on the UT Dallas campus is reopening June 8. Just two days after its grand opening, the coffee shop temporarily closed its doors at 800 Synergy Park Blvd., Ste. 101, Richardson, due to the coronavirus pandemic. The facility features lounge seating, study tables and a patio with a walk-up order window. In addition to traditional coffees and teas, Starbucks offers food and snacks for lunch and dinner as well as pastries and other sweet treats. 469-518-8050. www.starbucks.com
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