Dog-Friendly Mercer Island - Pup Cup Stops

Hi frens… Frankie here. This month’s recommendation is short, sweet, and extremely important: the Starbucks drive-through on Mercer Island. And yes… I am here to discuss the legendary pup cup.

Let me set the scene. The car pulls into the drive-through, and I immediately recognize where we are, and the excitement begins. I try to stay composed… but honestly, I can’t help it — I start doing this little whimper the entire way through the line. Mom thinks I’m going to pee my pants. I prefer to call it enthusiastic anticipation.

And then… it arrives. A perfect little cup of whipped-cream happiness handed through the window like a gift from the universe. I take my role very seriously — polite sit, excellent eye contact, eyelashes fully engaged — and then it’s game on.

Why I love this stop:

• Quick, efficient, and very pup-friendly humans.
• The suspense of the drive-through build-up.
• A pup cup that absolutely lives up to the hype.
• And if you’re lucky… they might even take your picture!

Pro tip from a professional mini Bernedoodle: position yourself close to the window, look adorable, and maintain soft eye contact with the barista. Works every time.

If you hear faint whimpering coming from a very fluffy passenger seat as the line inches forward… don’t worry, that’s just me preparing for greatness.

Until next adventure,

Frankie