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LuAnn's Drive Thru

About LuAnn's Drive Thru

LuAnn's Drive Thru in Ellington, CT is the kind of coffee shop that makes busy days feel easier and better.

Built around speed, quality, and convenience, it brings together everything customers want in a great local stop: excellent coffee, a strong tea selection, fresh desserts, and comforting food that works just as well for a quick morning pickup as it does for a relaxed lunch break.

Whether you are stopping in for breakfast, grabbing a solo meal, or settling in for a casual bite, this spot is designed to fit seamlessly into your day while still feeling warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully run.

What makes LuAnn's Drive Thru especially appealing is the range of ways it serves its customers. With drive-through service, kerbside pickup, takeaway, delivery, dine-in, outdoor seating, and on-site services, it offers true flexibility for people on the move as well as those who want to sit and enjoy the experience.

Guests consistently praise the fast service, great coffee, great dessert, and great tea selection, and the business is also known for serving a local specialty that adds a distinct community touch.

The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and trendy, making it a comfortable place to start the morning, take a break in the afternoon, or enjoy a simple meal without any hassle.

With a strong 4.50-star rating from 186 reviews, LuAnn's Drive Thru has clearly earned the trust and appreciation of its customers.

It combines convenience with quality in a way that makes every visit feel worthwhile, and its accessible features—including a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, and toilet—help ensure that more guests can enjoy a smooth, stress-free experience.

Accepted payment options include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, and reservations are welcomed for added planning and peace of mind.

Located at 140 West Rd in Ellington, CT, and available by phone at +1 860-454-4221, LuAnn's Drive Thru stands out as a reliable, customer-friendly coffee destination where great service and great taste come together.

★★★★★ 4.50 rating (186 reviews)
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More Than Just Coffee

Every cup we serve is a small moment of joy, carefully crafted by passionate baristas who care about your experience.

  • Free WiFi
  • Cozy Seating
  • Pet Friendly
  • Local Roasters

Reviews

From our beloved regulars

Keith’s Johnson

Keith’s Johnson

3 years ago

They by far have the best cinnamon rolls I have ever had! The icing isn’t to sweet, it’s perfect. Highly recommend them ! The service there is amazing as well. The workers there go above and beyond to make sure that you leave a happy customer.

Taylor Benoit

Taylor Benoit

2 years ago

I love all things Luann’s, but I frequent the drive through because I often have my small children with me. Service is always wonderful and I’ve never had something bad. Currently sipping on an amazing eggnog latte that I couldn’t wait to go get this morning.

Amber W

Amber W

3 years ago

First time!!! Got a simple hot coffee with coconut flavor today. (Coconut flavor is sweetened by the way!) Really great coffee with wonderful flavor, and the young woman who took my order was extremely pleasant and friendly- very refreshing to see in a drive thru these days. I just moved to the area, and will definitely frequent this place more often now that I know about it!!! Thank you !!!!

Holly F

Holly F

year ago

I am not a coffee drinker, but hands down this has been the best hot chocolate that has come from a cafe that I have ever tasted personally. The workers are always kind and full of smiles. The only downside is if you are looking to sit and eat it is limited seating. They have other locations though.

Shannon

Shannon

year ago

High quality bakery / coffee shop, mid range prices. Costs about the same as Starbucks but quality is infinitely better. Drove through just before 7am and there were quite a few customers in line which was great to see. I got an iced latte and a breakfast sandwich, both of which were really delicious. I like that this place seems to hold itself to a really high standard, even the drive thru is clean, modern and aesthetically pleasant. The girl at the window was really nice and surprisingly energetic for it being so early.

Jake Beaulieu

Jake Beaulieu

year ago

I’ve been to this drive through a couple times now, and the detail that they put in to making it as perfect as it is is exceptional. Staff is very polite, and food comes out quick and is delicious. I recommend anyone to come here and support this local business over any corporate giant!

Jessica Hamilton

Jessica Hamilton

4 months ago

Great spot when you need something fresh and delicious but on the go. I ordered a kids meal and it came in a cute little box. Everything was delicious. Super friendly service.

ren

ren

2 years ago

Cafe kiosk located inside the Big Y Express, but don't let the location fool you. Building is clean and inviting, with plenty of parking. Had a Spiced Brown Sugar Chai and Winter Cranberry Salad which were both off the specials menu, and both were delicious. Salad was a large portion and a nice blend of all ingredients, chai was sweeter than expected but was pleasantly spiced almost like eggnog. Friendly and quick service. As it is primarily a takeout/drive-thru location, be warned there is not much seating.

Lucy Foster

Lucy Foster

5 months ago

EDIT 2.14.2026 After speaking with Josh and providing ongoing feedback, the output at LuAnn's has been more consistent. The team has clearly made an effort to improve. There have been a few misses, a few amazing lattes, but overall great lattes. I'm very pleased that Josh was willing to have the discussion with me and I look forward to even further improvement so that I can continue to support a wonderful local business. The staff here is always wonderful but the output of the coffee is inconsistent. Every latte I order comes out differently. Sometimes they do a great job and it's hot and the milk is foamy. Other times it's cold and the milk is flat. It always feels like a gamble. I would rather support local but I know that Starbucks will give me the same output every time so the more I go to LuAnn's the more I'd rather go to Starbucks.

Rich Cutting

Rich Cutting

8 months ago

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I can’t say enough good things about Luann’s Bakery in Ellington, CT! I reached out last minute hoping to get some Halloween treats made for my child’s daycare, and they absolutely came through. Not only did they pull it off in a short amount of time, but they also went out of their way to make sure everything was allergen-friendly and safe for all the kids. The treats were delicious, beautifully decorated, and clearly made with care. The staff was friendly, professional, and genuinely cared about helping make the daycare party special. If you’re looking for custom desserts, cakes, or holiday treats in Ellington, Luann’s Bakery is the place to go. Thank you, Luann’s Bakery, for making so many little ones (and parents) smile! — Rich C.

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Common questions about LuAnn's Drive Thru

Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Kerbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Drive-through
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Come Say Hi

We'd love to see you! Stop by for your favorite drink or to try something new.

Location

140 West Rd, Ellington, CT 06029, United States

Hours

Closed · Friday 6 AM-6 PM
Sunday Closed
Monday 6 AM-6 PM
Tuesday 6 AM-6 PM
Wednesday 6 AM-6 PM
Thursday 6 AM-6 PM
Friday 6 AM-6 PM
Saturday 6 AM-6 PM
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