By Rich Dupree
With 25 locations already open in Louisiana, Cenla followers of the popular coffee chain 7 Brew have been wondering not if, but when. Site preparation work including dirt work and ground leveling has been underway for a few months now at 713 MacArthur Drive, but it wasn’t until the iconic blue and gray building was literally dropped on that location that it became more than just a rumor.
The new 7 Brew Coffee Alexandria location is under construction on North McArthur Drive at one of the busiest commercial corridors in Central Louisiana. The building sits between the Texaco gas station and a Subway restaurant, making it an incredibly convenient stop for commuters and locals already familiar with that stretch of road. The high-traffic location is no accident as 7 Brew consistently performs best in drive-through-friendly, easily accessible spots, and North McArthur Drive checks every one of those boxes.
Now that the physical structure is in place, the next stages of construction and setup are underway, and it won’t be long before local customers can enjoy the same high-energy, friendly service that has made 7 Brew a cult favorite across the country.
The first 7 Brew stand opened in Rogers, Arkansas in 2017. The company has focused on a drive-thru-only model, emphasizing speed, personal interaction, and a fun culture. The name “7 Brew” originally referred to seven signature coffee drinks on the menu. By 2020, the brand had grown to seven locations before being acquired by Brew Culture LLC, which accelerated national expansion. The company then expanded rapidly through franchising and private investment, growing to 38 States and over 800+ locations the last six years.
7 Brew has a menu of 20,000+ possible flavorful drinks across 7 categories, including Coffees, 7 Energy drinks, 7 Fizz Sodas, Teas, Lemonades, Smoothies, and Shakes. It is broadly recognized as the “fastest growing restaurant chain in America”. 7 Brew and its franchisees now train, support, and mentor an average of 60 local Brew Crew team members per location. Currently, the Brew Crew is over 45,000 strong and growing across the United States and continues to “Cultivate Kindness” with customers and in communities across America.
Official operating hours for the Alexandria location have not been announced yet. However, most 7 Brew Coffee locations operate from early morning through late evening, typically 5 AM to 11 PM or later, seven days a week.