Friend’s Café has launched its 12th location in Puerto Rico, marking the second outlet in Aguadilla and highlighting growth in the northwest region. The new site on Highway 107 features a drive-thru to meet evolving customer needs. Founder Wilmer Ramírez emphasized the store’s role in boosting the local economy and supporting Puerto Rican businesses.
Friend’s Café, a growing coffee chain in Puerto Rico, has expanded with a new store on Highway 107 in Aguadilla. This opening brings the total number of locations to 12 across the island and represents the brand’s second site in the municipality. The company attributes this development to steady progress in the northwest area, adapting to shifts in consumer behavior through the addition of a drive-thru service.
Wilmer Ramírez, the founder, described the expansion as a significant step for the business and the community. “Each new store represents an opportunity to continue investing in the country’s economic development. Aguadilla has welcomed us with open arms, and this second store reaffirms our commitment to the community and to the responsible growth of the brand,” he stated.
The new location is expected to generate direct and indirect employment opportunities, contributing to the regional economy. Friend’s Café also integrates offerings from local entrepreneurs, such as Bloom Macarons, Alou Thé, and Pedacitos, to promote collaboration. Ramírez added, “At Friend’s Café, we believe in growing together. We not only open doors for our team, but also for other local brands that share our vision of quality and excellence. Our success is also their success.”
This move underscores the chain’s focus on sustainable expansion while fostering economic ties within Puerto Rico.
