Local Coffeehouse Chain Expands Higher Education Footprint in Home Market
Dunn Brothers Coffee is heading to college this fall, becoming the exclusive coffee provider at the University of St. Thomas. The Minneapolis-founded brand, famous for roasting globally sourced beans in small batches right on-site every day, is opening four new spots across campus to serve students, staff, and guests.
“We are honored to join the University of St. Thomas as their official coffee partner,” said Ben Anderson, President of Dunn Brothers Coffee. “We started in the Twin Cities nearly 40 years ago, and continue to proudly serve our home market. We are thrilled to team up with a prominent local university that is steeped in excellence, bringing their campus the quality coffee products we take pride in across the communities we serve.”
<h3″>New Spots to Grab Dunn Brothers Coffee on Campus
Campus visitors can find the new spots across the St. Paul campus, though operating hours differ depending on the spot:
- Anderson Student Center (The Loft): Serves the full drink line, including hot and iced espresso favorites, Lattes, Mochas, Nirvana drinks, Cold Brew, Blended frappes, and Energy Infusions.
- Anderson Student Center (Summit Marketplace): Focuses on classic hot beverages like Americanos, Lattes, Mochas, and Chai.
- Schoenecker Center (Steam Cafe): Features the complete lineup of hot and iced espresso options, Cold Brew, Blended drinks, and Energy Infusions.
- O’Shaughnessy-Frey Library (Stacks Cafe): Delivers a full menu of hot and cold specialty drinks (note that blended frappes and smoothies aren’t offered at this spot).
“Our students and staff are excited to welcome Dunn Brothers Coffee to our campus,” said Steve Griffin, Executive Director of Dining Services for University of St. Thomas. “As a beloved Minnesota brand, we are delighted to feature their exceptional coffees and handcrafted menu items for guests to enjoy at the University of St. Thomas locations.”
Expanded Services and Growing Regional Presence
Alongside the retail drink counters, the brand is also taking over as the official coffee provider for catering operations across both the Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses.
The university expansion aligns with the company’s flexible development strategy, which allows local franchise owners to adapt formats for traditional retail spaces, grocery venues, and higher education properties. The company currently runs nearly 50 shops across seven states, with close to 30 operating in its home state of Minnesota.
Recognized by TastingTable for having the #1 Cold Brew in America and listed by Insider Monkey among the nation’s top five highest-quality coffee chains in 2024, the brand continues to expand its footprint while staying true to its daily-roasting roots.
To learn more about menu options, online ordering, or franchising opportunities, visit DunnBrothers.com or shop online at Shop.DunnBrothers.com.
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