What are the hours at the 1 Crossgates Mall Road Starbucks?

Weekdays run 8 AM to 8 PM. Saturday hours are 8 AM to 9 PM. Hours may vary on holidays.

Does this Starbucks have Wi-Fi?

Yes — this location offers free Wi-Fi for guests, with power outlets near the seating area.

Where is this Starbucks located?

The store is at 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203. It is a short walk from Albany Shopping Center.

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NEIGHBORHOOD

Crossgates Mall Road

Near Crossgates Mall Road · Albany Shopping Center

Outlets

Wi-Fi

75 Mbps

Noise

Busy

Weekly Traffic Pattern

Peak Moderate Quiet

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Starbucks in Albany — 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203

Q: What amenities are at this Starbucks?

The location carries Free Parking, Free Street Parking, Free Wi-Fi, Dine-In, Restroom, Drive-Thru, Good for Kids, Takeout, Good for Working, and Wheelchair Accessible. Seating includes power outlets near the seating area.

Albany, New York · US

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Address

1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203

Albany, New York

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Phone

+1 518-218-1520

Call ahead for availability

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Today's Hours

Thursday: 08:00 – 20:00

See full schedule below

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This Starbucks ranks among the top 25% of stores in Albany for overall experience.

Quick Answer

Starbucks at 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203, Albany

Status

Open now · Today 08:00 – 20:00

Address

1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203, Albany, New York

Phone

+1 518-218-1520

What makes it special

Drive-through service plus free Wi-Fi for work or travel.

Hours

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Weekly Schedule

Monday08:00 – 20:00

Tuesday08:00 – 20:00

Wednesday08:00 – 20:00

ThursdayToday

08:00 – 20:00

Friday08:00 – 21:00

Saturday08:00 – 21:00

Sunday09:30 – 18:00

Hours can shift on national holidays. See full July 4th hours across U.S. Starbucks locations.

Amenities

Store Features & Amenities

Service options

Drive-Through
takeout_diningTakeout
restaurantDine-In

Amenities

Free Wi-Fi
wcRestroom
Free Parking
Free Street Parking

Atmosphere

groupGood for Working
groupGood for Kids
Busy atmosphere

Accessibility

accessibleWheelchair Accessible

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Timing

Best Times to Visit

Slow before 11 AM weekdays; ramps through afternoon. Saturday peaks 12–4 PM with shoppers.

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Quietest Hours

Quietest around 10:00–11:00 AM weekdays. This is a high-traffic location — Mobile Order & Pay still saves counter time outside these windows.

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Weekday Peak

12:00–2:00 PM, 4:00–6:00 PM on weekdays is the peak. Drive-through queue builds here — Mobile Order & Pay or parking-lot pickup saves several minutes.

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Weekend Peak

12:00–4:00 PM on weekends. Consider arriving early or ordering ahead via the app.

Location

Location & Directions

How to Get Here

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By Car

Navigate to 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203, Albany, New York. Coordinates: 42.68953, -73.85041.

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By Public Transit

Check Google Maps for the nearest bus or rail stop to 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203.

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On Foot

Near: Crossgates Mall Road, Albany Shopping Center. Use Google Maps for walking directions.

Parking Near This Starbucks

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Street Parking

Metered street parking may be available near 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203. Check signage for time limits.

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Nearby Garages

Paid garages may be available in the area. Use Google Maps for real-time parking availability.

Pricing

Price Guide

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Typical Prices

Drip Coffee (Tall)$3.25 – $3.75

Latte (Grande)$4.95 – $5.75

Frappuccino (Grande)$5.25 – $6.45

Cold Brew (Grande)$4.45 – $5.25

Food Items$2.95 – $6.95

Prices are approximate and may vary by location and season.

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Payment Methods

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Credit & Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex)
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Starbucks App & Gift Cards
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Apple Pay & Google Pay
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Cash
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Samsung Pay

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Starbucks Rewards

Earn Stars on every purchase via the Starbucks app. Redeem Stars for free drinks, food, and merchandise.

How Stars Work

Starbucks Card2 Stars / $1

Linked credit/debit1 Star / $1

Free handcrafted drink200 Stars

Accessibility

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Standard Accessibility Features

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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Accessible restroom
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Service animals welcome
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Visual menus and digital menu boards

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Accessible Ordering

Mobile Order & Pay

Order ahead via the Starbucks app to minimise wait time and avoid busy counter areas.

Drive-Through

This location has a drive-through — a convenient accessible ordering option.

Contact the store directly to confirm specific accessibility requirements before visiting.

About This Starbucks — Albany

Location Overview

This Albany Starbucks sits at 1 Crossgates Mall Road with a 8 AM weekday open and 8 PM close. Saturdays begin at 8 AM with a 9 PM close, matching weekend Albany pace. Built-in services at this Starbucks cover Free Parking, Free Street Parking, Free Wi-Fi, Dine-In, Restroom, Drive-Thru, Good for Kids, Takeout, Good for Working, and Wheelchair Accessible throughout operating hours. Expect a busy room and power outlets spread across the seating area. You're close to Albany Shopping Center and Crossgates Mall Road, which draws a mix of visitors and locals. For Albany 12203 regulars planning ahead, the 42.68953,-73.85041 block ranks among the steadier NY options on the map.

This location is within walking distance of Crossgates Mall Road and serves the surrounding Albany neighborhood. This is a high-traffic location — mobile ordering is recommended during peak hours.

How This Location Compares in Albany

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This is a high-traffic location. For a quieter experience in Albany, consider visiting during off-peak hours or check nearby stores with lower noise levels.

Albany Guide

1 Crossgates Mall Road threads the block around Albany Shopping Center and Crossgates Mall Road, giving Albany shoppers a coffee stop along the way. Weekday service at 1 Crossgates Mall Road runs 8 AM to 8 PM, fitting most Albany commuter patterns. The 8 AM Saturday open at 1 Crossgates Mall Road lets Albany regulars start the weekend early, with a 9 PM close. Look for power outlets across a busy floor and 10 amenity stations during your 12203 42.68953,-73.85041 visit.

What's Nearby

On foot from 1 Crossgates Mall Road, you reach Albany Shopping Center and Crossgates Mall Road without a car ride inside Albany. Parking at the 1 Crossgates Mall Road address makes the Albany neighborhood walkable without extra stops. Inside the 12203 cafe, power outlets and a busy floor give visitors a working stop between 1 Crossgates Mall Road errands. Albany walk-ups at 42.68953,-73.85041 typically sync the 8 AM open and a quick errand chain across 10 amenity stops.

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Albany Shopping Center

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Nearby Landmarks

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Crossgates Mall Road

Crossgates Mall is an enclosed, super-regional shopping mall located in the Albany, New York suburb of Guilderland. It is the largest indoor shopping center

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Albany Shopping Center

Colonie Center is a shopping mall located in Roessleville, New York, a suburb of Albany, at the intersection of Central Avenue, Wolf Road, and Interstate

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Local Tips

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The 8 AM to 8 PM weekday block at 1 Crossgates Mall Road (42.68953,-73.85041) mirrors Albany commuter demand; Saturday 8 AM to 9 PM backs up weekend errands. 1 Crossgates Mall Road offers seating with power and a busy atmosphere throughout the day, while Free Parking, Free Street Parking, Free Wi-Fi, Dine-In, Restroom, Drive-Thru, Good for Kids, Takeout, Good for Working, and Wheelchair Accessible support typical stops. 1 Crossgates Mall Road sits close to Albany Shopping Center and Crossgates Mall Road, so Albany visitors can fit a Starbucks stop into a broader neighborhood visit.
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The Albany, NY 12203 entrance at 1 Crossgates Mall Road (42.68953,-73.85041) keeps 10 amenities within a single door.

Last updated: July 2026 · Data sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL)

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Plan Your Visit

Planning Your Visit

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Power outlets

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Wi-Fi

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Noise level

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Tight

Seating capacity

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For Remote Workers & Students

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Wi-Fi & Connectivity

Free, unlimited Wi-Fi available. No login required — connect to the Starbucks network and accept the terms.

Network Details

Network name: "Starbucks" or "Google Starbucks"
No time limit or purchase required
Approximate speed: 75 Mbps
Supports video calls and cloud-based work

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Best Times for Focused Work

This is a high-traffic location. For focused work, aim for 9:00–11:00 AM or 2:00–4:00 PM on weekdays.

Traffic Pattern

Mon–Fri 7:00–9:00 AMPeak

Mon–Fri 12:00–1:00 PMModerate

Tue–Thu 9:00–11:00 AM, 2:00–4:00 PMQuiet

Sat–Sun 10:00 AM–12:00 PMPeak

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Seating & Power Outlets

Power outlets are available near the seating areas. Window and wall seating typically offer the best access.

Outlet Locations

Wall seating: highest outlet density
Window bar: good for single-screen work
Center tables: limited power access

Seating can fill quickly during peak hours. Arrive before 8:00 AM for the best choice.

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General Visit Tips

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Mobile Order

Use the Starbucks app to order ahead and skip the queue — especially useful during rush hours.

How Mobile Order Works

1Open Starbucks app → Order → Select this location
2Pay in-app with card, Apple Pay, or Stars
3Collect at dedicated mobile order counter
4No queue — order ready on arrival

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Customization

All drinks are fully customizable — milk alternatives, syrups, temperature, and size.

Popular Customizations

Oat milk — most popular alternative
Half-sweet / sugar-free syrup
Extra shot espresso (+$0.80)
Cold foam topping
Light ice / no ice

Size Guide

Tall12 oz (hot & cold)

Grande16 oz (hot & cold)

Venti20 oz hot / 24 oz cold

Trenta30 oz (cold drinks only)

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Reusable Cup Discount

Bring your own reusable cup for a 10-cent discount on any beverage.

Accepted Cup Types

Any clean personal cup or travel mug
No minimum capacity requirement
Barista adjusts proportions to your cup size
Cold cups accepted for iced drinks
10¢ discount applied automatically at register

Helpful Reading

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Guide

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Popular Drinks at This Location

Full menu available in-store and via the Starbucks app. Seasonal items vary by region and time of year.

Like every U.S. Starbucks, this location serves the full handcrafted-beverage menu. Two reads worth your time: Starbucks drive-through: wait times, hours, and mobile order tips and our Which coffee chain is better? Starbucks, Dunkin, or Tim Hortons in 2026.

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Signature Espresso Drinks

Caramel Macchiato
Vanilla Latte
Flat White
Cappuccino
Americano

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Cold Brew & Iced Drinks

Nitro Cold Brew
Cold Brew Coffee
Iced Caramel Macchiato
Iced Matcha Latte
Iced Coffee

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Seasonal Favorites

Pumpkin Spice Latte
Peppermint Mocha
Toasted White Chocolate Mocha
Chestnut Praline Latte

Comparison

How does this store compare?

Feature	This Store	1475 Western Avenue	1244 Western Avenue	1400 Washington Avenue
Drive-through	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Free Wi-Fi	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Noise level	Busy	Moderate	Moderate	Busy
Rating	—	—	—	—
Today’s hours	08:00–20:00	04:30–20:00	05:00–20:00	08:00–14:00

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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What time does this Starbucks open?

Weekday mornings, this Albany Starbucks unlocks its doors at 08:00. For Thursday, expect 08:00 – 20:00; double-check on a holiday.

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When does this Starbucks stop serving?

This Starbucks at 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203 closes at 20:00 on weekdays. Today (Thursday): 08:00 – 20:00. Weekend closing times may differ — see the full schedule above.

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Is there drive-thru service at this location?

Drive-thru: yes. Order from your car at 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203 — typical wait is shorter outside the 7–9 AM rush.

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Is there free Wi-Fi at this Starbucks?

Wireless internet is provided free of charge at this Albany Starbucks. Sign-on is on a captive-portal page; speeds vary with how busy the cafe is.

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Does this Starbucks accept Mobile Order & Pay?

Mobile ordering may not be available at this specific location. Check the Starbucks app to confirm.

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How can I reach this Albany Starbucks by phone?

Call 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203 directly at +1 518-218-1520.

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How do I get directions to this Starbucks?

1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203 sits in Albany, New York. The map below shows the exact spot — tap Get Directions for routing. GPS coordinates: 42.68953, -73.85041.

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Can I park at this Albany Starbucks?

Parking availability varies near 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203. Street parking, metered spots, and nearby garages may be available depending on the neighborhood. Check Google Maps for real-time parking options nearby.

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Is the location at 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203 ADA accessible?

Standard Starbucks builds at 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany, NY, 12203 include accessible entrance, seating, and restroom. Smaller licensed stores can vary — call ahead if a specific feature (counter height, accessible parking) matters for your visit.

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How much does a Starbucks latte cost?

A standard Grande latte runs roughly $4.45–$5.25 at this Albany Starbucks. Specialty drinks (seasonal lattes, Reserve coffees) cost more — check the in-app menu for the exact figure today.