Starbucks is one of the most famous chains in the U.S. This amount of national attention often leads coffee elitists to criticize it as lacking personality.
Any visitor to the Brookside Starbucks will find this assumption untrue. This Starbucks is full of quirky decorations, friendly baristas, and an opportunity to experience life on Brookside.
One of the most creative "hidden treasures" of this Starbucks is the Where's Waldo doll.
Andrew Brown, 23, has worked at Starbucks for a year and is the man behind the Waldo.
"When I got here, they had the Waldo doll, but he just stayed in the same spot. I decided to start moving him around," Brown said. He finds Waldo a new home somewhere in the store once a month.
This month, Waldo can be found hiding in an air vent hanging from the ceiling. "I have to say, I think this is one of my best hiding spots yet," says Brown.
Brown greets customers with enthusiasm and a warm smile. Some may wonder if this is due to natural charisma or the amount of free coffee available to baristas during their shifts. Upon inspection, patrons will find that Brown is truly friendly and excited to help you find the right drink.
Born and raised in Oklahoma, Brown grew up in Bartlesville, spent three years in Tahlequah, and moved to Brookside two years ago.
"I love Brookside," he says. "South Tulsa is too scary and North Tulsa is too snobby. Brookside is the perfect combination of cool people."
Asked about his favorite spot in Brookside, Brown said, "There are a lot of cool places, but I'd say In the Raw, definitely. It's top-notch, delicious."
Next time you step into Starbucks on Brookside to get a caffeine pick-me-up, take a moment to ask yourself, "Where's Waldo?" 
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