TL;DR
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii will open a new cafe in Gulf Shores, Alabama in early June, supported by a multi-unit franchising group. The brand continues to expand its presence in the United States, offering franchise opportunities with a development support system.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii will open a Gulf Shores cafe. The Gulf Shores location is slated to open in early June.
One of America’s most iconic beach towns, Gulf Shores offers a vibrant culinary scene, lively entertainment, and family-friendly attractions. Bad Ass Coffee has three locations open in the region.
The new cafe is supported by a multi-unit franchising group that operates Bad Ass Coffee stores in other locations.
“As we strengthen our partnership with Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, expanding in the Southeast was a natural next step,” said Tom Wylie, co-owner of AWA Investments. “Gulf Shores offers strong year-round traffic and a tight-knit beach community, making it an ideal market to introduce the Aloha spirit and build long-term momentum for the brand.”
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii continues to strengthen its presence in the United States. Franchise opportunities are offered with a development support system designed to help identify suitable locations. The franchise framework aims to connect with today’s consumers through a blend of Hawaiian culture and a scalable model.
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This story was originally published in Franchising.com on April 29, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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