Restaurants & Bars
A New Drive-Thru Coffee Chain Is Coming To Danbury Area
Zoning officials approved a drive-thru-only coffee shop planned for a former bank site along Route 7 in New Milford.
DANBURY, CT — A fast-growing drive-thru coffee chain is officially coming to the greater Danbury area.
Plans to open a 7 Brew coffee shop at 169 Danbury Road in New Milford have been approved by zoning officials, following discussions earlier this year, according to town records.
The project will convert a former bank building into a drive-thru-only coffee shop, with additional site and building modifications.
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According to application details presented to the commission, the coffee shop will occupy about 965 square feet of the existing structure, with a layout designed to prioritize drive-thru traffic. Parking on site will be reduced to accommodate multiple drive-thru lanes and vehicle queuing.
Project representatives said 7 Brew has expanded rapidly, with more than 600 locations across dozens of states. The concept focuses on quick-service beverages, including coffee, tea and shakes, and is designed primarily for drive-thru customers rather than walk-in service.
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The company already have seven locations in Connecticut.
During earlier discussions, representatives said the model is focused on speed and efficiency, with most customers expected to use the drive-thru rather than enter the building.
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