Starbucks, long synonymous with the idea of a "third place" between home and work, has reversed its open-door policy.

The new code of conduct also bans discrimination or harassment, consumption of alcohol, smoking, drug use, and panhandling in company owned stores.

In a controversial move, a significant shift is occurring at Starbucks, because the company is officially ending its open-door policy. Starting January 27th, Starbuck’s will be available strictly for paying customers only.

Starbucks Corp. reversed a policy allowing anyone, even those who hadn’t purchased anything, to use its cafes, patios and restrooms. The company issued a new code of conduct as part of its plan to make stores more welcoming and win back consumers,