Franchise opportunities
Bring the happy-stop soda shop to your community
Straws is a drive-thru soda shop built around customizable dirty sodas, flavored sweet tea, energy drinks, and treats — fast, fun, and made for repeat visits. We're exploring partnerships with operators who want to grow the brand in new markets.
This page is for general information only and is not an offer to sell a franchise. An offer can only be made through a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) in compliance with applicable federal and state law. We welcome conversations with qualified candidates to explore fit and next steps.
Why Straws
- •Dirty soda and custom drive-thru beverage concepts are growing nationwide.
- •Beverage-forward formats can be simpler to operate than full kitchens.
- •Strong appeal to families, teens, schools, and event-driven traffic.
- •A distinctive, approachable brand voice that stands out from coffee chains.
Who we're looking for
- ✓ Hands-on operator mindset, especially in the first year
- ✓ Connected in your community — schools, events, local marketing
- ✓ Comfortable leading a small team with hospitality-first standards
- ✓ Aligned with recipes, vendors, and brand experience guidelines
- ✓ Ready to have a conversation about market fit before any commitment
What partners can expect
Details are shared as we qualify candidates. At a high level, Straws is building support around the systems that run our flagship today.
Brand & recipes
Menu standards, seasonal ideas, and the Straws customer experience.
Opening guidance
Site criteria, equipment direction, vendors, and pre-opening checklists.
Training
Hands-on learning at our flagship and ongoing operational coaching.
Technology
Ordering, scheduling, and store operations tools as the network grows.
The format
Drive-thru-forward soda shop — endcap or standalone with pickup window.
- • Suburban or small-city corridors with strong visibility
- • Family-friendly traffic patterns
- • Room for drive-thru queuing and roadside signage
Flagship location
Our Batesville, Arkansas shop is the reference location for brand standards, recipes, and the guest experience. Qualified candidates may visit as conversations progress.
About Straws →How to move forward
Step 1
Say hello
Submit the form below or email us with your market and background.
Step 2
Intro conversation
We'll talk about your goals, the brand, and whether your market makes sense.
Step 3
Learn more
Qualified candidates receive deeper materials and may visit our Batesville flagship.
Step 4
Next steps together
If there's mutual fit, we'll outline the path forward — including legal disclosures when applicable.
Contact us
We typically respond within 3–5 business days.
Common questions
Is this a coffee or smoothie franchise?
No. Straws is a soda shop focused on dirty sodas, sweet tea mixes, refreshers, and energy drinks — plus treats and premium ice.
Do I need restaurant experience?
It helps, but we care most about leadership, local marketing instinct, and willingness to follow proven systems.
What markets are you considering?
We're early in building the franchise program and evaluate markets case by case. Tell us where you're looking — we'll be direct about interest.
Can you share fees or total investment on this page?
Not at this stage. Investment and fee details are shared through proper legal disclosure when we're ready to move forward with qualified candidates.
What happens after I submit the form?
A member of our team will reach out to schedule a brief intro call. There's no obligation — it's a conversation to see if Straws is a fit for you and your market.