Mooresville, North Carolina (September 4, 2025) – Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, is excited to celebrate the grand opening of its first North Carolina location in Mooresville. Although the store officially opened earlier this summer, the community is invited to join in the celebration on Tuesday, September 9th, highlighted by a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce at 2:00 p.m.
To thank the community for their warm welcome, the Mooresville Ellianos will offer 50% off all food and drinks all day long on the day of the celebration. Guests can enjoy handcrafted lattes, refreshing iced coffees, smoothies, and fresh-baked treats at half the price.
Franchisee Luke Carrender, CEO of Carolina Coffee Stores, LLC, expressed his gratitude for the support he has already received since opening earlier this year:
“We’re so thankful for all of the encouragement and excitement we’ve felt from the Mooresville community,” said Carrender. “Since opening this summer, our guests have made us feel right at home. We are excited to continue serving premium coffee and breakfast to the community.”
An Ellianos Coffee spokesperson also shared excitement for the milestone:
“We are thrilled to bring Ellianos Coffee to Mooresville,” said the spokesperson. “This location represents our very first step into North Carolina, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate alongside this wonderful community. With Luke and his team leading the way, we know guests will experience the welcoming service and quality coffee Ellianos is known for.”
The Mooresville Ellianos Coffee is located off of Brawley School Road, offering convenient drive-thru service, handcrafted beverages, and southern hospitality. The grand opening celebration is open to the public, and everyone is invited to stop by, take part in the festivities, and enjoy half-priced drinks and food throughout the day.
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, expanding its footprint in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama, and offering territories in other states across the southeast. The brand continues to seek franchisees for territories in Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, and North Carolina.
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 71 stores, with over 200 more in various stages of development. Franchise Business Review (FBR) recognized Ellianos as a 2025 Top Franchise and a 2024 Top Food Franchise. Entrepreneur magazine included Ellianos in its 2025 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.ellianos.com/franchising/.
