dailyloe.com – A Sonic drive-in at 12405 Bandera Road in Helotes, Texas, is slated for demolition to be replaced by a new 7Brew drive-thru coffee stand, according to state and local planning filings. The project, valued at approximately $1 million, involves constructing a compact 510-square-foot building on the existing site. Construction is scheduled to begin in June 2026, with a targeted completion date of October 1, 2026.
Official state records from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation confirm the timeline and scope of the development. The project, registered under number TABS2026017094, lists CCP Sonic Helot LP as the owner and Arkifex Studios as the design firm. The filing explicitly describes the work as the demolition of the existing Sonic to make way for the new 7Brew structure.
Local development firm Zeal Development Companies has submitted conceptual design plans to the Helotes Planning & Zoning Commission for approval. The submission seeks approval for the site plan, general building concept, and several variances for signage and lighting. Commission agendas detail the requested sign variances and directional signage for the Bandera Road location.
The 7Brew chain, which promotes a ‘cultivating kindness’ mission, began as a single drive-thru stand in 2017. It is known for its highly customizable drink menu. The company’s expansion into the Helotes market represents a shift from a traditional burger stop to a modern coffee-focused drive-thru model.
If the project proceeds on schedule, the new 7Brew could debut in the fall of 2026. The development reflects ongoing commercial changes along the Bandera Road corridor in the Helotes area.[]
Source: Hoodline
