SCOOTER’S COFFEE® RANKS TOP 10 IN YELP’S 2025 50 FASTEST GROWING BRANDS REPORT 

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OMAHA, Neb. (March 20, 2025) – Scooter’s Coffee, one of the nation’s fastest growing drive-thru coffee franchise companies, has hit the grounds running in 2025, ranking 10th on Yelp’s 2025 Top 50 Fastest Growing Brands report. Over the last year, Scooter’s Coffee opened 120 locations, including the company’s 800th store in Louisville, KY. This expansion was part of a broader strategy to amplify the brand’s presence across communities in the United States, thus making Scooter’s Coffee more accessible to consumers.

“We’re thrilled to be named one of the top 10 fastest growing brands for a second year in a row,” said Joe Thornton, CEO of Scooter’s Coffee. “This recognition is a huge win for our entire franchise system and would not be possible without the commitment of our franchise owners. Through dedication to their teams, customer service and the communities they serve, Scooter’s Coffee truly has the opportunity to create an amazing experience for each life we touch. We’re excited to continue building on this momentum and share our passion for coffee with new and returning customers nationwide.”

Driven by the brand’s core values of Integrity, LOVE, Humility, and Courage, the brand continues to brew success, striving to become the #1 drive-thru specialty coffee franchise system in the nation. With over 850 stores across 31 states, Scooter’s Coffee is rapidly climbing the ranks, showcasing both its strength and the viability of the specialty coffee industry.

Since 2004, Yelp has become one of the leading sources of user-generated reviews and ratings for businesses. The online directory has been a key tool for consumers seeking local dining spots, including the best coffee shops. The 2025 rankings were based on Yelp’s key metrics, such as net new business openings, consumer interest, and searches in the restaurant, food, and retail categories.

Scooter’s Coffee is actively seeking qualified franchise operators to join the team across the U.S. For more information about franchising opportunities with Scooter’s Coffee, interested candidates can visit franchising.scooterscoffee.com.

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About Scooter’s Coffee:

Founded in 1998 by Don and Linda Eckles in Bellevue, Nebraska, Scooter’s Coffee uses only the finest coffee beans in the world, which are roasted by its affiliated company, Harvest Roasting, in Omaha, Nebraska. In over 25 years of business, the key to Scooter’s Coffee’s success is simple: stay committed to the original business principles and company’s four core values, which are Integrity, Love, Humility and Courage. The Scooter’s Coffee Brand Promise, often recited to franchisees, customers and employees, is: “Amazing People, Amazing Drinks… Amazingly Fast!®” It represents the company’s business origins and reflects a steady commitment to providing an unforgettable experience to loyal and new customers.

Scooter’s Coffee‘s network includes more than 850 stores in 31 states and is striving to become the #1 drive-thru specialty coffee franchise system in the nation. Scooter’s Coffee ranks #35 on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list, #3 on Franchise Times’ Fast & Serious list of the smartest-growing franchise brands, and #10 on Yelp’s 2025 Fastest Growing Brands Report. As a leading coffee franchise, Scooter’s Coffee is seeking to expand its footprint with candidates looking to join a reputable brand with a track record of success.

For more information, visit scooterscoffee.com or franchising.scooterscoffee.com. To connect with Scooter’s Coffee, call 877-494-7004 or visit Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, or X and share your favorite moments by tagging @scooterscoffee using the hashtag #ScootOnAround.

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