Starbucks' app is for when you want a Starbucks drink but have no idea what to order. You don't need drink names: describe a mood or a craving, like "something bright to start my morning" or "an afternoon boost that isn't too sweet", or upload a photo of the weather, your outfit or your desk, and it suggests Starbucks drinks to match. You can then customize the drink, pick a store and start the order.
It suits people who find the menu overwhelming or want to try something new. If you already know your usual order, the Starbucks app is probably faster.
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Starbucks' app recommends drinks based on your taste, mood and goals. Once you find one, it helps you locate a store and place an order through the Starbucks app or website.
What you need
- ChatGPT, with the app turned on. Tag
@Starbucksin your prompt. See how to install plugins in ChatGPT. - The Starbucks app or Starbucks.com to pay. You start the order in ChatGPT and finish checkout in the Starbucks app or on Starbucks.com.
- An eligible account. Starbucks' announcement doesn't list supported countries or ChatGPT plans. OpenAI says app availability depends on your plan, region, workspace and the interface you use.
Good to know
- It's a beta. Starbucks launched the app on April 15, 2026 and calls it a beta, so features may change.
- Payment happens outside ChatGPT. The app handles discovery, customization and store choice. Checkout happens in the Starbucks app or on Starbucks.com.
- Photos count as conversation. When you use an app, ChatGPT may share relevant parts of your conversation with it, so a photo you upload for inspiration can be part of what Starbucks receives. Skip photos with faces, documents or other personal details you don't want to share.
- Location. Apps can see your approximate location from your IP address, which can help with nearby stores. You still choose the store yourself.
- Privacy. Relevant memories may also be shared if Memory is on, and Starbucks' terms and privacy policy apply.
How to use
- 1Add it in ChatGPT
Open Starbucks in ChatGPT's Plugin directory (button above), select + to add it and sign in if asked.
- 2Use it in a chat
Type @ in the composer and pick Starbucks, or start your message with its name. ChatGPT may also suggest it when it fits what you ask.
Things to ask
- “Starbucks, recommend a low-sugar iced drink for the afternoon”
- “Starbucks, I like caramel but not too sweet. What should I try?”
- “Starbucks, find a store near me so I can order my drink”
Disconnect
- 1Disconnect it in ChatGPT
Open Settings, then Apps or Plugins (the label depends on your rollout), select Starbucks and choose Disconnect. ChatGPT stops acting through your account; past conversations aren't deleted.
Starbucks: common questions
- Can I order Starbucks in ChatGPT?
Partly. The Starbucks app suggests a drink, lets you customize it and choose the store you want to order from, and starts the order in ChatGPT. You finish checkout in the Starbucks app or on Starbucks.com, so payment doesn't happen in the chat. The app is a beta that Starbucks launched on April 15, 2026.
- How do I get a drink suggestion from a photo?
Tag
@Starbucksand upload a photo that captures the moment, such as the weather outside, your outfit, your workspace or a sunset. The app suggests drinks that match the mood. You can also describe how you feel or what you're craving in your own words instead.- Can I customize my drink in the Starbucks ChatGPT app?
Yes. Starbucks says that once you find a drink you like, you can customize it the way you want, choose the coffeehouse you want to order from and then start your order. Checkout itself happens in the Starbucks app or on Starbucks.com, not in ChatGPT.
- Does the Starbucks app know where I am?
Apps in ChatGPT can see basic information such as your IP address and approximate location, meaning a general area like your city, not your street address. That can help when you look for a store. You pick the coffeehouse yourself, and Starbucks handles the data it receives under its own privacy policy.
Guide updated Oct 24, 2026. Sources: about.starbucks.com, help.openai.com.