Starbucks Opened Its Bathrooms to Everyone, and Some People Are Worried

New policy sparks concerns among customers and employees about cleanliness and safety

Now that Starbucks Corp. has decided to allow anyone to use its restrooms, it faces the critical task of keeping them clean and safe.

That job was a nuisance even before the coffee chain on Saturday said it would allow all guests in its U.S. company-operated stores to use its cafes, including its restrooms, whether or not they make a purchase.

Managers...