Crystal River, Florida (June 19, 2025) – Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, is thrilled to invite the Crystal River community to its official grand opening celebration on Wednesday, June 26. The new location, found at 1204 NE 5th Street, will host a day full of excitement, including 50% off all menu items, exclusive giveaways, and a special ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4:30 PM hosted by the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce.
From the first cup of coffee in the morning to the last smoothie of the evening, guests can enjoy half off every item on the menu all day long. Ellianos’ signature drinks—like the Cookies & Cream Freezer, Milan Mint Mocha, and caramel-topped lattes—will be served up fast, fresh, and with a smile.
“We are beyond excited to officially open our doors to the Crystal River community,” said franchisees Rebecca Bennett and Katie Hygema. “This project has been in the works for almost two years, and seeing it come to life has been surreal. Growing up, we loved drinking Ellianos Coffee, and the quality and consistency of their products made us eager to become franchisees. With its fast-growing community and abundant offerings, we knew Crystal River would be the perfect location for an Ellianos Coffee shop.”
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, is committed to delivering Italian Quality at America’s Pace®. Throughout its 20-year history, Ellianos has expanded to 68 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/.
