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Shreveport, Louisiana, is set to welcome its first Dutch Bros Coffee shop at Youree Drive and East 70th Street. The coffee shop, featuring a drive-thru and walk-up window, aims to establish a presence in Louisiana, where it currently lacks locations. With over 1,000 locations nationally, Dutch Bros plans to expand further in the state with additional spots, including Lake Charles. The new Shreveport location promises a diverse menu of specialty drinks and quick snacks, adding to the city’s growing coffee landscape amidst existing competitors.
Shreveport Welcomes Dutch Bros Coffee
Shreveport, Louisiana has approved plans for its first Dutch Bros Coffee shop, set to open at the northeast corner of Youree Drive and East 70th Street. This new coffee shop will be located in the parking lot of Eastgate Shopping Center, directly north of the Citgo gas station. The site will feature a drive-thru and a walk-up window but will not include indoor seating options. The specific opening date has yet to be announced.
This development signifies the company’s entry into Louisiana, as Dutch Bros currently has no existing locations in the state. The coffee chain is planning to expand its footprint in Louisiana with plans for at least two locations, including one in Lake Charles. The Shreveport location will join a growing coffee landscape in the area that includes new entrants like Scooters Coffee and 7Brew.
Having over 1,000 locations across 520 cities, Dutch Bros Coffee is recognized for its diverse menu, which includes a wide range of specialty coffee and tea drinks, energy drinks, lemonades, shakes, cocoa, smoothies, and sparkling sodas. Along with beverages, the shop will offer snack items such as three varieties of muffin tops and granola bars, appealing to customers looking for both drinks and quick bites.
Dutch Bros, headquartered in Grants Pass, Oregon, boasts a strong presence in Texas with 223 stores. The chain is aiming to nearly double its number of locations by 2029, emphasizing its growth trajectory and popularity among coffee drinkers. According to the National Coffee Association, around two-thirds of Americans consume coffee daily, averaging three cups, highlighting the strong coffee culture that Dutch Bros intends to tap into.
Shreveport’s Dutch Bros location will be positioned within walking distance of three Starbucks outlets. This places it in a competitive coffee market, where customer service and unique product offerings will be essential. The company’s friendly baristas, known as “Broistas,” contribute to the engaging atmosphere that attracts customers and has helped grow the brand’s appeal.
Although the site plan has been approved, Shreveport Metropolitan Planning Commission plans examiner Jennifer Horton noted that minor elements, such as the landscaping plan, still require approval. Local engineer Tim Wright expressed his enthusiasm for the company, stating that he became a fan of Dutch Bros during a visit in Idaho.
For those eager to sample Dutch Bros drinks before the Shreveport location opens, the nearest options are available in Nacogdoches or Longview, Texas. The company’s anticipated arrival adds to the local coffee scene, promising a fresh experience for fans and newcomers alike.
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