But the truth is this infamous alley just off Santa Monica Blvd is still such a popular place to hook up that it has both its own Foursquare designation and Facebook page. Here, you better come correct or be prepared for a stare down with scathing judgment. Bottom line: This ain’t your roll out of bed and get a cup of joe Starbucks. However this is also the all-important leg that can create the perfect opening to chat with the hottie in line next to you or exchange furtive glances with the Clark Kent type in the glasses across the room who just happens to have an open seat with your name on it right next to him. The final leg of the runway runs from the entrance to the register, which can seem like an eternity on a busy day, especially given all the prying eyes peeking up over steaming non-fat soy lattes to rate every single patron who dares to take a turn through the store. The store’s always-packed outdoor tables along Santa Monica Blvd and Westmount Dr represent the first leg of the runway, where well-coiffed patrons (many fresh from the gym) are evaluated on presentation and form… and occasionally rewarded with nods or smiles of approval.
Better known as “Gaybucks” to locals, this Starbucks location is as much a catwalk as it is a coffee house.
Coffee? Tea? Or the hunk in the white tee? At this popular West Hollywood outpost, all of the above are on the menu.
