starbucks By selinzadourian May 2, 1971 first store first starbucks store opens in Seattle Jun 5, 1984 first latte sold May 2, 1988 Offers full health benefits to eligible full- and part-time employees, including coverage for domestic partnerships. 33 stores Oct 3, 1991 Becomes the first privately owned U.S. company to offer a stock option program 116 stores May 2, 1994 Opens first drive-thru location. 425 stores
