Starbucks in Malaysia is operated by Berjaya Starbucks Coffee Company, an authorized licensee of Starbucks Coffee International and owned by Berjaya Food Berhad. From its first store opening in Kuala Lumpur on 17 December 1998, Starbucks now has 285 stores across Malaysia. Starbucks differentiates itself from the rest by providing the highest quality coffee in the world, and a unique retail experience, that of a Third Place, for its customers between their home and place of work. After 20 years, Starbucks has grown not only to become the favorite coffee place for Malaysians, but also a productive member in enriching communities across the country.