Crystal River, Florida (May 6, 2025) – Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, is thrilled to announce that its newest location in Crystal River, Florida, is officially open! Located at 1204 NE Fifth St, the new store brings the beloved Ellianos experience to the heart of Crystal River’s vibrant and fast-growing community.
Franchisees Rebecca Bennett and Katie Hygema, who hail from the Lake City area, are the passionate forces behind this exciting venture. “We are beyond excited to officially open our doors to the Crystal River community,” said Bennett and 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.”
An Ellianos spokesperson shared the company’s excitement about the opening, stating, “We are thrilled to expand our presence in Florida with the Crystal River location now open. Rebecca and Katie have shown incredible dedication and passion for the Ellianos brand, and we are confident they will bring the same level of excellence and warmth to the Crystal River community.”
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 66 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/.
