Costa opens first 24-hour drive-thru in Wales
To support the extended hours, Costa Coffee has added three new baristas to the team at Llantrisant, ensuring that there are plenty of staff to provide a smooth experience for customers throughout the day and night. The new drive-thru will be open 24 hours a day, with an in-store service available daily from 6am to 10pm, seven days a week.
A spokesperson for Costa Coffee shared their excitement at the expansion, saying: "With our new 24-hour drive thru, the first of its kind in Wales, we're making it even easier for customers to enjoy our coffee, made with our Mocha Italia Signature taste, and food menu whenever they need it. Whether it's a late-night pick-me-up or an early morning start, our team is thrilled to bring the Costa Coffee experience to customers 24/7." For the latest restaurant news and reviews, sign up to our food and drink newsletter here
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In 2024, Costa Coffee, the UK's largest coffee chain, introduced its first 24-hour drive-thru at the Leicester Meridian East store. Since then, several more 24-hour drive-thrus have opened across England, including in Kent and Manchester. Following the news that the busy Llantrisant store would become the first Costa 24-hour drive-thru in Wales, an employee from the branch told WalesOnline: "We're all really excited and ready to welcome our customers at any time of day."
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