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Dutch Bros is a high growth operator and franchisor of drive-thru shops that focus on serving high quality, hand-crafted beverages. The company operates both company-owned locations and a franchising network, deliveri...

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Industry Cafes and Coffee Shops
3 named competitors
3 recent developments
11 analyst dimensions
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Cyborg Score recalibrated: September 14, 2026
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Dutch Bros Inc. Overview

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Dutch Bros is a high growth operator and franchisor of drive-thru shops that focus on serving high quality, hand-crafted beverages. The company operates both company-owned locations and a franchising network, delivering strong growth momentum heading into 2026.

Strategic Profile

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Dutch Bros delivered Q1 2026 results with a systemwide same-store sales increase of +8.3% and has raised its FY2026 guidance for same-store sales, total revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and total shop openings. The company is well-positioned for continued expansion despite competitive pressures in the specialty coffee market.

Competitive Landscape

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Dutch Bros operates in the specialty coffee and broader restaurant markets against established chains and premium beverage operators. The company faces competition from major quick-service restaurant chains entering the coffee space, regional coffee chains, and drive-thru beverage concepts, but differentiates through its drive-thru model and brand positioning.

Industry Context

Dutch Bros Inc. operates in Cafes and Coffee Shops.

Key facts

Headquarters: Grants Pass, US · Revenue: $464.4M (Q1 2026)

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  • (May 2026) Q1 2026 results exceeded expectations with 31% revenue growth and 8.3% systemwide same-store sales growth
  • (May 2026) Company raised full-year 2026 guidance for revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and store openings based on strong momentum
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Recent developments

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  • May 2026Released Q1 2026 earnings on May 6, 2026, exceeding EPS and revenue expectations
  • May 2026Raised FY2026 guidance for same-store sales, revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and shop openings
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StarbucksGlobal premium coffee chain with drive-thru locations→Dunkin'Coffee and donuts chain with drive-thru availability→McDonald's CoffeeQSR coffee offering expanding competitive presence→

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Dutch Bros Inc. operates in Cafes and Coffee Shops. See how the rest of the sector scores on the Cyborg framework.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Dutch Bros Inc. do?+
Dutch Bros is a high growth operator and franchisor of drive-thru shops that focus on serving high quality, hand-crafted beverages. The company operates both company-owned locations and a franchising network, deliveri...
What is Dutch Bros Inc.'s Cyborg Score?+
Dutch Bros Inc. has a Cyborg Score of 8/10 (Strong). The score synthesizes business model, financials, leadership, competitive position, technology, marketing, and ESG dimensions across hundreds of data points.
Who are Dutch Bros Inc.'s main competitors?+
Named competitors include Starbucks, Dunkin', McDonald's Coffee. The full competitive landscape is in the AskCyborg report.
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