Starbucks Is Removing Indoor Seating & Patios Again In 2 Areas Due To COVID-19

It's like Stage 1 all over again. 😢
Starbucks Is Removing Indoor Seating & Patios Again In 2 Areas Due To COVID-19
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You may have to enjoy your seasonal pumpkin spiced latte to go! On October 1, Starbucks Canada announced that indoor seating and patios would be closed once again in two areas due to COVID-19 concerns.

In a release shared with Narcity on Thursday, Starbucks confirmed that all company-operated locations in Ottawa and Quebec will now only offer grab-and-go services.

This means all seating, including patio areas and outdoor spaces, will be removed again.

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All seating will be temporarily paused or removed, including patio and outdoor areas.

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The coffee company explained that the move is to keep staff, customers and communities safe.

This comes as cases of COVID-19 continue to climb in both Ottawa and the wider province of Quebec.

Customers in these areas will still be able to get their caffeine fix, but all orders will have to be to-go from stores or from the drive-thru.

Coffee-drinkers in select areas will also be able to place an order through Starbucks Delivers via Uber Eats.

Customers and staff at all locations are also required to wear a mask when making an order, per the company’s COVID-19 regulations.

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    Helena Hanson (she/her) is the Managing Editor of Canada for Narcity and MTL Blog, where she brings her expertise in dreamy, aspirational travel journalism to life. A first-class graduate of Cardiff University's School of Journalism, Helena has a passion for inspiring readers to discover the magic in their own backyards. Originally from the U.K., Helena has spent years uncovering hidden gems and must-see destinations across countries like Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, and more. Having lived in both Canada and Australia, she's become a seasoned expert in off-the-beaten-path adventures and bucket-list experiences that don't break the bank. Whether she's writing about things to do in Ottawa, Montreal, or her favourite spot—Disney World—Helena hopes to leave readers dreaming of their next adventure.

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