7 Brew Coffee started with a trailer and an espresso machine in Fayetteville, Arkansas. That was 2017. The brand had 14 stores at the start of 2022. Today, it has over 700 stands across 38 states, and 7 Brew expands faster than almost any coffee chain in American history.
The pace, the sales numbers behind each location, and a brand-new move into retail grocery make this one of the more interesting growth stories in the food and beverage industry right now.
The Growth in Real Numbers
The chain did not merely outpace its own rapid growth from a year ago it opened as many locations in 2025 as it did in the previous two years combined, adding a net of 281 stands in a single year.
| Year End | Locations |
| 2022 | 40 |
| 2023 | 180 |
| 2024 | 321 |
| Start of 2026 | 602 |
| May 2026 | 700+ |
That is a 4,200 percent increase since 2022 began. Most restaurant chains consider 50 to 100 net new locations a strong year. This one added 281 entirely on the franchised side. The Rogers, Arkansas-born chain had only 14 stores when 2022 started, founded originally as a trailer concept in 2017.
Why These Numbers Are More Impressive Than They Look
Most coffee chains grow by building large stores with seating, kitchens, and full staff. This brand is generating its volumes on stands averaging just 510 square feet, with no indoor seating and no food menu.
| Brand | Avg Annual Sales Per Stand | Stand Size |
| 7 Brew | $2.658 million | ~510 sq ft |
| Dutch Bros | $2.16 million | ~950 sq ft |
| Starbucks | $1.9 million | ~1,500 sq ft |
The highest-earning stand collected $6.366 million in a single year. A 510-square-foot outlet outperforming Starbucks on average unit volume tells you what the drive-thru-only format does when the drinks are good enough to bring people back daily, shorter build time, lower overhead, and a queue model designed to keep moving.
Where the Chain Is Right Now — 38 States
Locations currently operate across Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. You can find your nearest stand on the 7 Brew locations page.
Fastest-Growing States Right Now
| State | Key Areas |
| Texas | DFW, Houston, San Antonio, Austin |
| Florida | Panhandle, Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa |
| Ohio | Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland |
| Illinois | Chicago suburbs, Champaign |
| Colorado | Denver metro, Colorado Springs |
Texas remains the largest market. Florida’s warm climate and tourism footprint make it a strong growth region. New stands have been opening across the Panhandle and into cities like Panama City. Ohio is accelerating fast, with a walk-thru cafe format now operating near Ohio State’s campus alongside the standard drive-thru stands.
The Retail Move 7 Brew Is Now in Walmart
Most coverage of how 7 Brew expands focuses only on new drive-thru openings. In March 2026, something different happened that almost nobody properly covered.
The brand launched three ready-to-drink coffee flavors in Walmart stores across Arkansas, its first move into retail. The 11-ounce cans retail for $2.98 each.
- Blondie Chilled Espresso Breve: caramel and vanilla with 100% Arabica espresso and cream
- Brunette Brownie Chilled Espresso Mocha: semisweet cocoa blended with espresso and cream
- Banana Bread Chilled Espresso Breve: banana and roasted hazelnut with espresso
These are the top-performing drive-thru flavors now in a can available from a grocery shelf. Dunkin, Starbucks, and Dutch Bros all followed the same path: regional retail launch first, then national expansion. If you are in a state without a stand yet, the canned versions may arrive at your local Walmart before the physical location does.
States Most Likely to Get One Next
Based on franchise filings and real estate activity, California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and Maryland are among the states most likely to see first locations soon.
- California: massive market, high demand, regulatory hurdles being worked through
- Washington: Pacific Northwest coffee culture is a natural fit for the brand
- Oregon: natural expansion from neighboring states already in the network
- Nevada: Las Vegas metro is a strong drive-thru opportunity
- Maryland: The DC metro area is an obvious next target
The growth pattern is consistent: build density in a metro area, then expand to adjacent markets. Cities near states with multiple existing stands tend to move up the list faster than people expect. You can earn points on every order through the 7 Brew Rewards program at any existing location.
How to Know If One Is Opening Near You
You do not have to wait for an official announcement. Several signals show up weeks or months before a new stand opens.
Check Job Postings First
Search “7 Brew” on Indeed or LinkedIn. Hiring for Brewista roles typically starts 4 to 8 weeks before a location opens. A cluster of new postings in a city without a stand is almost always a pre-opening signal.
Watch Local Planning Board Agendas
Building permits are public records. The stands are typically 510-square-foot modular structures with multiple drive-thru lanes in high-traffic retail corridors. If one appears in your city’s planning board agenda, an opening is usually 6 to 10 weeks away.
Follow the Official Social Accounts
New openings are announced on Instagram and X (@7brewcoffee) usually one to two weeks before launch. Turning on post notifications is the easiest passive tracker.
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Final Thoughts
This is not a “fast-growing chain” story anymore. A drive-thru coffee brand outperforming Starbucks on per-location sales, adding 280+ stands per year, and now launching retail products at Walmart is operating at a scale most people did not expect this quickly from a company that started in a trailer less than a decade ago.
The retail launch into Walmart is the move worth watching. If it follows the same arc as the drive-thru rollout, 7 Brew expands its reach well beyond the states with physical stands, and the brand becomes something you can enjoy whether or not you live near a coffee stand. If you want to explore what the menu looks like before a location opens near you, the full 7 Brew menu is available online.
