Brunswick, Georgia (October 29, 2026) – Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, is thrilled to announce a second location coming soon to Brunswick, Georgia. The new drive-thru will be located at 4983 Altama Ave, Brunswick, GA, bringing Ellianos Coffee’s signature handcrafted beverages, fast service, and community-focused approach even closer to the heart of Brunswick.
The new location will be owned and operated by Brad and Melanie Lightfoot, who have been successfully running their first Ellianos Coffee location in the Exit 29 area of Brunswick for the past two and a half years. With over 20 years of experience in the family’s auto parts business, Brad and Melanie bring a deep understanding of community-rooted business ownership to everything they do — and their track record with their first Ellianos location speaks for itself.
“We are overly excited to get this location off the ground,” the couple said. “We have had so many customers inquire about us building a second location and we are happy to finally make it happen.”
What drew the Lightfoot's to Ellianos in the first place was the brand’s family-operated feel — something they understand deeply from their own background.
“Family. It is family operated just like the business we are used to,” they said. “Ellianos has a great following and we wanted to piggyback off that.”
The Altama Avenue location was a natural choice for the Lightfoot's, who saw an opportunity to bring Ellianos closer to the center of town after the overwhelming success of the first location.
“Our first location in the Exit 29 area was such a hit we wanted to get one closer in town,” Melanie added.
“We could not be more proud of what Brad and Melanie have built in Brunswick and we are thrilled to see them grow with a second location,” said an Ellianos Coffee spokesperson. “They are exactly the kind of franchisees that make this brand great — hardworking, community-minded, and deeply committed to their guests. Brunswick is lucky to have them and we cannot wait to see this second location come to life.”
Known for their handcrafted espresso drinks and crave-worthy breakfast items, Ellianos Coffee has earned a loyal following across the Southeast. Popular menu favorites include the smooth and bold Signature Creations, refreshing Freezers, and their savory breakfast grit bowls—featuring creamy grits topped with eggs, cheese, and proteins like bacon or sausage. With a reputation for fast, friendly service and high-quality ingredients, Ellianos delivers a drive-thru coffee experience that keeps guests coming back.
Over the past year, Ellianos has seen significant growth, with stores signed or in development across ten U.S. states. As the brand continues to build awareness throughout the Southeast, Ellianos is actively seeking franchise partners across the region and beyond.
About Ellianos Coffee
Ellianos Coffee, established in 2002 by entrepreneurs Scott and Pam Stewart, strives to deliver unmatched quality and care to Every Guest. Every Time. Throughout its 20-year history, Ellianos has expanded to 89 stores, with over 200 locations opened, signed, or in development. Franchise Business Review (FBR) recognized Ellianos as a 2026 Top Franchise and a 2026 Top Food Franchise. Entrepreneur Magazine included Ellianos in its 2026 Franchise 500® list, highlighting it among the nation's top franchises. Additionally, Ellianos was celebrated as a Top 10 Coffee Franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine in 2024 and was featured in QSR Magazine's 16 Best Restaurant Franchising Deals for 2024. To explore franchising opportunities with Ellianos Coffee, visit www.ellianosfranchising.com
