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Starbucks is an American multinational coffeehouse chain that sells coffee, espresso-based drinks, tea, food, and related merchandise, and also issues and manages Starbucks gift cards and eGift cards.

Seattle, Washington, United States
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About Starbucks

Starbucks is a global coffeehouse chain headquartered in Seattle, Washington, known for its espresso-based beverages, brewed coffee, teas, cold drinks, and a range of food items such as pastries, sandwiches, and snacks. In addition to in-store and drive‑thru purchases, Starbucks also sells packaged coffee, ready‑to‑drink beverages, and branded merchandise (mugs, tumblers, brewing equipment) through its stores and online at starbucks.com. The company operates company-owned and licensed stores worldwide and also manages Starbucks Card and Starbucks Rewards programs, which allow customers to load funds, earn points (Stars), and redeem them for free items.

A Starbucks charge may appear on your bank or card statement for in‑store purchases, mobile orders placed through the Starbucks app, drive‑thru transactions, or automatic reloads on a Starbucks Card. You may also see charges for online purchases such as bulk coffee, merchandise, or eGift cards sent to someone’s email or phone. Small authorization holds (often slightly higher than the ticket total) can occur when you add or update a card in the Starbucks app, when you place a mobile order, or when a barista runs your card to open a tab, and these typically adjust to the final amount (including tips) once the transaction is completed. Recurring-looking patterns usually come from scheduled Starbucks Card auto‑reloads rather than a subscription.

To verify or resolve questions about a Starbucks charge, first check your digital receipt in the Starbucks app or your email (for mobile orders and eGift purchases) and compare the exact date and amount with your statement. If you used a Starbucks Card, log into your account at starbucks.com or in the app to review reloads, redemptions, and transaction history. For help, contact Starbucks Customer Care via the “Contact Us” form on starbucks.com or in the app, or call U.S. customer service at 1‑800‑STARBUC (1‑800‑782‑7282); have the transaction date, amount, and the last four digits of your card ready. Common issues—like duplicated charges, pending authorizations not dropping off, or an incorrect tip—are typically resolved by your local store or Starbucks Customer Care, sometimes with a refund or Starbucks Card credit after they review the transaction.

Bank Statement Variations

12 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Starbucks.

  1. SBUX 12345 SAN FRAN
  2. SSP STARBUCK T1 MASCOT AUS
  3. STARBUCKS #01234
  4. STARBUCKS CABOOLTURE CABOOLTURE AUS
  5. STARBUCKS CARD EGIFT 800-782-7282 ME
  6. STARBUCKS COFFEE B01 HURSTVILLE AUS
  7. STARBUCKS STORE 0295 RACINE WI
  8. STARBUCKS STORE 0647 AUSTIN TX
  9. STARBUCKS STORE 0968 GREENDALE WI
  10. STARBUCKS STORE 1234
  11. STARBUCKS STORE 2574 DALLAS TX
  12. WELCOME BBREAK STARBUC BRIGHOUSE GBR

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see multiple Starbucks charges on the same day?

Multiple Starbucks charges on the same day usually reflect separate purchases (for example, a morning drink, an afternoon snack, and an online eGift) or a combination of a purchase plus a Starbucks Card reload. If you use the Starbucks app, one charge may be a reload to your Starbucks Card and another the actual purchase paid with that stored value. Check the “History” section in the Starbucks app or on starbucks.com to see a breakdown of reloads and purchases for that date.

What are common Starbucks charge amounts I might see on my statement?

Starbucks charges can range from a few dollars for a basic brewed coffee to higher amounts (often $10–$30 or more) if you buy multiple drinks, food items, or merchandise in one transaction. Starbucks Card reloads commonly occur in round amounts such as $10, $15, $20, $25, $50, or custom amounts you select in the app or online. eGift cards are often purchased in set denominations like $5, $10, $25, $50, or $100. If your statement shows a round-number charge, it is likely a reload or eGift rather than a single drink purchase.

Why do I see a small pending Starbucks charge or an amount that’s higher than my receipt?

Starbucks may place a temporary authorization hold when you use a debit or credit card, especially for mobile orders or when your final total (including tips) isn’t known yet. This pending amount can be slightly higher than your estimated purchase and is later adjusted to the exact final charge once the transaction settles. These authorizations usually drop off within a few business days; if a higher pending amount remains posted longer than that, contact your bank and Starbucks Customer Care with a copy of your receipt.

How do I cancel or change automatic reloads to my Starbucks Card?

To adjust or cancel auto‑reloads, log into the Starbucks app or your account on starbucks.com, go to the “Starbucks Cards” or “Payment” section, and locate your Starbucks Card settings. From there, you can turn off auto‑reload, change the reload amount, or change the low-balance trigger. Once auto‑reload is disabled, you’ll no longer see recurring Starbucks reload charges unless you manually add funds. Changes may not affect a reload that already processed earlier that same day.

How can I get a refund for an incorrect or duplicate Starbucks charge?

For in‑store transactions, your quickest option is to return to the store with your receipt and ask the barista or store manager to review and, if appropriate, reverse or correct the charge. For mobile orders, eGift cards, or charges you can’t resolve with a store, contact Starbucks Customer Care through the app, via the “Contact Us” page on starbucks.com, or by calling 1‑800‑STARBUC (U.S.), providing the transaction date, amount, and the last four digits of your card. Refunds are typically issued back to the original payment method or as a Starbucks Card credit after Starbucks verifies the error; timing depends on your bank’s processing times.

How do I find the receipt or details for a Starbucks charge I don’t recognize?

If you used the Starbucks app or a registered Starbucks Card, open the app or log into starbucks.com and go to “History” or “Transactions” to view itemized details for each purchase, reload, or eGift. For card swipes without the app, you may have received a paper receipt at the store, and in some regions, you can request a copy by providing the transaction date, time, store location, and full or partial card number to Starbucks Customer Care. Matching the timestamp and location on your statement with your typical Starbucks visits can also help identify who in your household made the purchase.

Is Starbucks a subscription service, and why do similar charges show up every month?

Starbucks itself does not operate a traditional monthly subscription for drinks; however, you may have set up recurring auto‑reloads on your Starbucks Card, which can look like a subscription charge. For example, you might have an auto‑reload of $25 whenever your balance drops below a certain amount, and if you visit regularly, this may occur around the same time each month. Check the “Auto-Reload” or “Payment” section in your Starbucks account to see if recurring reloads are enabled and adjust or disable them if you don’t want repeating charges.

How do I contact Starbucks about a charge I believe is fraudulent or unauthorized?

If you suspect a fraudulent Starbucks transaction, immediately contact your bank or card issuer to report the unauthorized charge and request that the card be blocked or replaced. Then reach out to Starbucks Customer Care through the Starbucks app, the “Contact Us” page on starbucks.com, or by calling 1‑800‑STARBUC in the U.S., and provide the date, amount, and any details you have. If the charge involved a Starbucks Card, Starbucks can help freeze or transfer the card balance once ownership is verified, but your bank ultimately decides on chargebacks or card-specific fraud claims.

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