Notorious Starbucks on Astor Place shutters after nearly 30 years: ‘I’ll shed a tear’

This Starbucks location has finally run out of steam. After nearly 30 years facing The Cube, the notorious Starbucks outpost at 13-25 Astor Place — known for its decrepit public bathrooms, napping homeless folks and indoor panhandling — shuttered quietly Sunday evening. “On multiple occasions I’ve seen staff have to unlock the door and drag...