Starbucks returns to Main Street

Even with Corona Virus, a new Starbucks in downtown Merced is going to begin construction this summer near West Main and R streets. The hopes are that it will be open by the end of the year.

The new Starbucks location is part of the shopping center at 1136 W Main St., which includes Cardenas Market and Rockin’ Jump Trampoline Park. Each are projects by Livermore-based developer Rhino Investments.

“(The Starbucks) adds to the viability of the shopping center and continues to draw people downtown,” said Merced Director of Economic Development Frank Quintero.

Quintero said the new Starbucks will reside in a newly constructed 1,900 square foot building, including a drive-through option for customers.