Lake City, Florida (February 5, 2026) – Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, has been named a 2026 Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review, an honor based entirely on feedback from the people who know the brand best: its franchise owners. Franchise Business Review’s annual Franchisee Satisfaction Awards recognize franchise systems that deliver a strong, consistent […]
Americans love their coffee, and drive-thru services continue to thrive. Imagine how successful a business would be if it combined both! It’s no surprise that more entrepreneurs are exploring the drive-thru coffee franchise model as a profitable business opportunity. If you're a coffee lover with an entrepreneurial mindset, the drive-thru coffee franchise model could be […]
Lake City, Florida (January 21, 2026) – Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, is proud to announce it has once again been recognized as one of the top 500 franchises on the Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking. This marks another year of momentum for Ellianos, which has steadily climbed the list […]
You’ve daydreamed about it. You can practically taste it. The freedom of being your own boss. The pride of launching a thriving coffee shop business. The satisfaction of running your own franchise. Before you get started, it’s important to understand the costs of opening your own coffee shop. While starting an independent shop can be […]
Building a business doesn’t have to start with a single shop. For many entrepreneurs, beginning with—or growing into—a multi-unit franchise offers a faster, more efficient path to long-term success. If you're considering a multi-unit franchise with Ellianos Coffee, here’s what you need to know to get started and grow a profitable operation. What Is a […]
If you’ve ever dreamed of serving rich espresso while building a sense of community, you’re not alone. Coffee fuels people’s daily rhythm, and a well-run coffee shop often becomes the heart of its neighborhood. At Elliano’s Coffee, we’ve turned that dream into a proven, community-driven business model built for entrepreneurs who crave both purpose and […]
Lake City, Florida (December 1, 2025) – Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, has announced record-breaking supply chain performance through its partnership with Cheney Brothers, achieving a 99.29% fill rate year-to-date — far exceeding the national foodservice distribution average of 93–97%. Since 2021, Ellianos has tracked almost 1,000,000 units ordered through its primary distributor, consistently improving […]
Lake City, Florida (November 13, 2025) – Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru coffee franchise, has officially launched a Franchisee Task Force designed to strengthen collaboration and communication between franchise owners and the corporate team. The new task force includes four Ellianos franchisees from different markets across the Southeast, representing a range of store counts, regions, and operational perspectives. These franchise partners will serve as the eyes and ears of […]
Lake City, Florida (September 2, 2025) – Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, is proud to announce that it has been awarded a spot on Franchise Business Review’s Most Profitable Franchises list for 2025. This recognition highlights Ellianos’ strong financial performance and commitment to franchisee success, setting it apart as a leading opportunity in the coffee […]
