Weatherford-born Major Perk Coffee is packing up its beans and heading east, with plans for a new Fort Worth café on Cherry Lane that will feature dine-in seating, a drive-thru and a small indoor play area for kids. Owners Bret and Rachael Watson say the Fort Worth shop will be bigger than their Weatherford original yet will stick with the brand's community-first playbook. The move adds another independent coffee choice to southwest Fort Worth as development in the area keeps humming along.
Site Secured On Cherry Lane
As reported by What Now Dallas, Major Perk is headed for 1405 S Cherry Ln after the White Settlement chief of police encouraged the owners to open nearby. Rachael Watson told the outlet that the city helped them lock in the site and confirmed that both dine-in and drive-thru service are in the plans. The owners say the new storefront is designed to attract a younger crowd while still holding on to the shop's service-minded identity.
From Weatherford, With A Mission
According to Major Perk, the business started in Weatherford and is run by Bret and Rachael Watson. The company's website notes that the café offers a free cup of drip coffee every day to uniformed military members and first responders, a tradition the owners plan to continue at the Fort Worth location. That emphasis on giving back has helped Major Perk build a loyal local following ahead of this expansion.
Why This Spot Checks The Boxes
Commercial listing details describe 1405 S Cherry Ln as a roughly 2,323-square-foot freestanding building with a drive-thru lane and strong daily traffic counts, all of which line up neatly with Major Perk's dine-in plus drive-thru format. The LoopNet listing also points out the property's proximity to schools and defense contractors, a combo that could provide a steady flow of daytime customers. The layout is expected to support indoor seating, a kids' play area and a quick-service window for commuters trying to grab coffee without leaving the car.
When The Espresso Starts Flowing
The Watsons are targeting an opening in January or February 2027 for the Fort Worth shop, according to What Now Dallas, and they plan to continue working with local groups and veterans' organizations. For hiring updates, construction progress and contact information, Major Perk shares company news on its website. Expect more details on the grand opening and the full menu as the build-out moves ahead.
