We cannot deny that retail coffee stores have been on the rise in the last two to three years, with newer chains opening such as Pret and 200° popping up all over the country. With that, I am going to review and critique the assorted coffee shops available on the high street... Starbucks Okay, so their drinks are loaded with sugar and they are tax dodging mo-fos... enough said. They are possibly the biggest coffee chain in the world, strong American enterprise with a laid back atmosphere, predominantly aimed at business people and students... From my experience, the staff are somewhat brutal, with their systematic ordering process, although they try to personalise your visit by asking for your name then scribbling it on the cup. The food isn't bad, in fact it is rather tasty but waaaaay over - priced. Can't deny that they are an excellent pick me up when you're feelin' blue. I rate them an 8/10. Costa Costa and me have a deep relationship. I have resided in C...