Franchising
Lola Beans hoping for a little growth magic
February 14, 2025
Tennessee-based Lola Beans, a drive-thru coffee and beverage brand, is launching its franchise program combining coffee, espresso, infused sodas and energy drinks into one franchise model. The brand has two corporate locations and a third on the way.
Founded by husband-and-wife team Donny and Missy Bradley, Lola Beans is inspired by the drive-thru coffee scene in Soldotna, Alaska.
"Good Energy is at the heart of everything we do," Donny Bradley said in a company press release. "We've created a brand that brings people together while keeping operations simple and efficient. Now, with franchising, we're excited to give others the opportunity to bring that same energy to their own communities."
The menu features:
- Premium coffee and espresso made with high-quality beans.
- Lola Colas: Sodas infused with a combination of your favorite flavors.
- Good Energy drinks powered by Lotus Plant Energy.
The franchise model is built for efficiency, operating with a small footprint (as little as 510 square feet) and a streamlined menu, helping franchisees manage labor costs and serve high volumes with a dual drive-thru and tech-enabled ordering. No hoods or grease traps are required, keeping operations straightforward, Missy Bradley said.
"We wanted to build a brand in a category we are calling fun beverage," she said in the release. "Lola Beans is simple to operate with an amazing team; there's nothing else like us right now. We bring the most popular drinks to one place with a culture that sets us apart."
