VISALIA, CA — 7 Brew Coffee has applied for permits from the City of Visalia to open two new drive-thru locations, marking a major expansion for the Arkansas-based chain into the region.
According to The Business Journal, the company intends to bring its fast coffee service to Mooney Boulevard and Dinuba Boulevard.
The plans for one site at 3627 S. Mooney Blvd. call for the former Cask & Cleaver building to be torn down to make room for the new coffee shop. The steakhouse has been mostly empty since it closed in 2009, though it briefly housed a Mexican restaurant. Dave Paynter, the owner of the shopping center, submitted the plans for the Mooney Boulevard site.
Javier Gomez has filed a second application for a location at 2800 N. Dinuba Blvd., south of the Riggin Avenue intersection near an Arco gas station. Gomez owns F & M Restaurants, Inc. and operates local Rally’s and Checker’s franchises.
Efficient Design and Rapid Growth
The proposed Visalia shops will use pre-made structures of about 500 square feet. This factory-built design and double drive-thru layout help speed up construction and service.
The company has grown rapidly since it started in Arkansas in 2017. 7 Brew expanded from 190 locations in 2024 to more than 600 sites by late 2025. This growth was largely possible because of a 2024 deal with the investment firm Blackstone. That deal provided the funding the brand needed to double its number of stores nationwide.
Business Performance
The chain is performing well, reporting more than $502 million in total sales in 2024. Company data shows that older franchise locations make an average of $2 million a year.
The brand expects to open even more locations after a 2025 deal with Franchise Equity Partners. The firm bought a large share of the management group known as "7 Crew," which operates many 7 Brew coffee shops. The deal includes a plan to build 200 more stores across Texas, Florida, Oklahoma, and New Mexico.
As of today, Feb. 13, 2026, both Visalia applications are waiting for city approval. Local officials are currently reviewing the plans to make sure the new shops follow all city building and zoning rules.
