Starbucks customers wait in line.
Starbucks is closing several stores in San Francisco while renovating others.
  • Starbucks is closing seven locations in San Francisco as the chain cuts back on a dense store network.
  • The chain reduced the number of stores it operates in the city recently, though it's still opening new ones.
  • Many retailers have closed stores in downtown San Francisco, citing low foot traffic and crime.

Starbucks is closing seven stores in San Francisco as it renovates others and adds a pickup-only location.