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Port Charlotte, Florida (September 5, 2024)Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, proudly announces the opening of its new location in Port Charlotte, Florida. Nestled within this picturesque community known for its stunning beaches, inviting harbor environment, and rich historical tapestry, the latest Ellianos store now serves its signature rich flavors and unparalleled service at 19175 Peachland Blvd.

John & Erinn Rasmussen and Matthew & Susana Aubert, the franchise partners behind this venture, bring a wealth of experience in Business, Operations, Training, and Restaurant skills to the table. Their journey to opening an Ellianos Coffee store in Port Charlotte is rooted in personal connections and a genuine love for the brand. “Our introduction to Ellianos came through a family recommendation, and after trying many of their drinks, we instantly fell in love with the brand,” they shared. Their excitement is palpable as they discuss their plans, “This is our pilot store, and we have five more in the pipeline!”

Choosing Port Charlotte as the location for their pilot store was influenced by personal ties to the area. “We have friends and family here, making our transition seamless. We were thrilled at the prospect of moving here and becoming part of the community,” they added.

A spokesperson from Ellianos expressed their enthusiasm for the new store’s opening, stating, “Port Charlotte is now home to the passion for quality and service that defines Ellianos. We are delighted to have John, Erinn, Matthew, and Susana join our franchise family. We are confident that the residents of Port Charlotte will quickly adopt this new location as their go-to coffee spot.”

The Ellianos menu boasts Signature Creations such as the Caffe Dolce Latte, iced Tuscany Toffee Latte, or a Cookies and Cream Freezer. For non-coffee drinkers, Ellianos offers fruit smoothies, Red Bull Rushes, teas, shakes, and more. The coffee franchise also provides an array of food items such as breakfast sandwiches, fresh New York-style bagels, hearty breakfast bowls with creamy homemade grits, and more.

Over the past year, Ellianos has seen significant growth, expanding its footprint in Florida and Georgia and offering territories in other states. The brand continues to seek franchisees for territories in Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, and North Carolina.

About Ellianos Coffee

Ellianos Coffee was founded in 2002 by entrepreneurs Scott and Pam Stewart with the mission to serve Italian Quality at America’s Pace®. In its over 20-year history, Ellianos has grown to 56 stores and has over 175 more in some stage of development. In 2024, the Franchise Business Review (FBR) named Ellianos a Top Franchise and also named Ellianos a 2023 Top Food Franchise. In its 2024 Franchise 500® list, Entrepreneur magazine recognized Ellianos among the nation’s top franchises. To learn more about Ellianos Coffee franchising opportunities, please visit www.ellianos.com/franchising/.

Abby Benton

Growing up in High Springs, Abby was always used to the small-town, family-like feel of things, which attracted her to join the Ellianos team. As the Marketing & PR Manager at Ellianos, Abby constantly seeks ways to expand her knowledge and skills in content creation. She loves crafting engaging social media posts, curating stunning visuals, and brainstorming unique marketing strategies.

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