‘Dumb Starbucks’ Popup Store Mocks Coffee Chain

Posted February 9, 2014 22:24 by Alan

Suddenly a “Dumb Starbucks” store appeared in Los Angeles, which appears to mock the coffee chain with a replica of its design.

In a Frequently Asked Questions page seen in the shop, a few basic questions are addressed. The FAQ notes that, despite being a parody store, it also intends to be business-like.

“Although we are a fully functioning coffee shop, for legal reasons Dumb Starbucks needs to be categorized as a work of parody art. So, in the eyes of the law, our “coffee shop” is actually an art gallery and the “coffee” you’re buying is actually the art. But that’s for our lawyers to worry about. All you need to do is enjoy our delicious coffee!”

Starbucks coffee only briefly commented on the pop-up store. “We’re aware and this isn’t a Starbucks location and we’re looking into it,” Starbucks rep Megan Adams told THR.