News Summary
North Augusta will become the first city in South Carolina to host a Dutch Bros. Coffee, as the popular Oregon-based chain expands into the Southeastern market. The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for the coffee shop to be established at Edgewood Square, paving the way for new developments in the area. With plans still in the design phase, the Dutch Bros. location will cater to local coffee enthusiasts and contribute to economic growth in the region.
North Augusta is set to become the first city in South Carolina to welcome a location of Dutch Bros. Coffee, the popular coffee chain based in Oregon. This move marks a significant expansion for Dutch Bros. Coffee as it continues to grow in the Southeastern market.
The city’s Board of Zoning Appeals granted a variance to the developer on May 6, 2023, allowing for the establishment of the coffee shop at Edgewood Square. This new Dutch Bros. Coffee shop will serve as the Central Savannah River Area’s (CSRA) inaugural location for the brand, enhancing the local coffee scene.
The project is being developed by Charlotte-based Durban Development, which has secured an outparcel of approximately one acre of vacant land located behind Sparkle Express Car Wash. Edgewood Square, where the coffee shop will be built, is situated near Hobby Lobby and is set to see new stores, including Five Below and Burlington, opening in the shopping center by the first quarter of 2026.
Project Development and Features
The project manager for Durban Development, Stephen Knudsen, confirmed that the Dutch Bros. Coffee location is still in the design phase. Dutch Bros. Coffee locations typically feature drive-thru and walk-up services, similar to the operational style of other emerging coffee chains like 7 Brew.
About Dutch Bros. Coffee
Founded in 1992 as a pushcart business in Grants Pass, Oregon, Dutch Bros. Coffee has rapidly expanded since its inception. The company has made its mark in the Northwest and began entering the Southeastern market in 2021, initially focusing on states such as Texas and Oklahoma. The chain offers a diverse range of beverages, including coffee, shakes, smoothies, lemonades, sodas, teas, and baked goods, appealing to a wide variety of customers.
Future Outlook for Dutch Bros. in South Carolina
Currently, North Augusta stands as the only proposed site for a Dutch Bros. Coffee location in South Carolina. No other locations have been established in Georgia as of this date, highlighting North Augusta’s significance in the chain’s expansion strategy.
As the demand for coffee continues to grow, Dutch Bros. Coffee aims to establish a strong presence in the region, tailoring its offerings to meet the tastes and preferences of local consumers. The North Augusta location is anticipated to be a popular stop for coffee enthusiasts, contributing to the area’s overall economic development.
The decision by the Board of Zoning Appeals and subsequent development steps taken by Durban Development signal a promising future for Dutch Bros. Coffee in South Carolina, with local coffee lovers eagerly awaiting the opening of the new establishment.
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- Post and Courier: Dutch Bros Coffee Coming to North Augusta
- Kansas.com: Dining with Denise Neil
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- CBS 17: Dutch Bros Responds to Rude Message Incident
- What Now Atlanta: Another Caribou Coffee Location
- Wikipedia: Coffee
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- Google Scholar: Coffee Industry Trends
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Coffee
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