Springdale-based 7 Brew Coffee locations will be added to the portfolio of San Francisco-based Flynn Group, the largest franchise operator in the United States.

On Wednesday, a 7 Brew spokesman confirmed reports in several industry publications and other media, that Flynn Group plans to open 160 new 7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee locations. The Flynn Group didn't indicate where those locations would be placed or a timetable for the plan.

The Flynn Group's portfolio of companies includes Taco Bell, Panera Bread, Applebee's, Arby's, Pizza Hut and Wendy's along with Planet Fitness.

Last month, rapidly growing 7 Brew Coffee opened its 500th location, adding a stand in New Jersey. The brand operates in 35 states and is know for small, self-contained stands. The chain started with a single location

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