Koupa Espresso Bar to Move Into New Haddon Avenue Development in Haddon Township

One of South Jersey's most popular coffee shops is preparing for a new chapter. Koupa Espresso Bar, currently located at 24 Haddon Avenue, expects to relocate across the street to 21 Haddon Avenue by the end of 2026, according to the business. The move is anticipated to take place sometime between October and November, pending final permits and approvals.

The new location is part of a mixed-use development currently under construction that will feature four ground-floor commercial spaces with four residential units above. One of Haddon Township's top real estate agents, Pip Haxby-Thompson, talks more about it here:

For Koupa, the move represents a significant expansion after six successful years in its current location. Since opening in 2019, the European-style café has built a loyal customer base throughout Haddon Township and the surrounding communities. Known for its espresso-based coffee drinks, breakfast and lunch offerings, fresh pastries, and Greek-inspired snacks, the café has become a regular gathering place along the busy Haddon Avenue corridor.

Over the years, the business has established itself as more than just a coffee shop. For many residents, it has become a neighborhood meeting place and a staple of Haddon Township's thriving local dining scene.

According to Koupa, the larger space will allow the business to expand both its menu and its community programming. The additional square footage is expected to create room for a wider variety of food and beverage offerings, while also making it easier to host events such as open mic nights, stand-up comedy performances, live music, and other community gatherings.

The business also plans to make the new space available for private rentals, including birthday parties, local business events, and other special occasions.

For customers, that could mean not only more menu options but also more opportunities to gather, connect, and participate in community-focused events.

The new Koupa location will occupy space within a mixed-use building currently being developed at 21 Haddon Avenue. The project includes four commercial or retail spaces on the ground floor and four residential units above, continuing the trend of mixed-use development that has helped fuel growth in many of South Jersey's walkable downtown districts.

Projects like this aim to bring additional housing, retail activity, and foot traffic to established commercial corridors while preserving the character that makes towns like Haddon Township attractive to residents and visitors alike.

The move reflects a growing trend seen throughout many South Jersey downtowns, where successful locally owned businesses are expanding within the communities they already serve rather than relocating elsewhere.

For Haddon Avenue, the relocation is another sign of continued investment in one of Camden County's most active downtown districts. The new mixed-use development will add both commercial and residential space to the corridor while allowing an established local business to grow alongside it.

As Haddon Township continues to attract new residents and visitors, retaining and expanding popular local businesses remains an important part of maintaining the area's unique appeal.

While customers will have to adjust to a new address, they won't have to travel far. The new location sits directly across the street from Koupa's current storefront, ensuring the café remains firmly rooted in the heart of Haddon Township.

If construction and permitting remain on schedule, customers can expect to enjoy their favorite coffee drinks, pastries, and Greek specialties from Koupa's new home sometime between October and November.

For many local residents, the move is welcome news: the same neighborhood coffee shop they know and love, just with a little more room to grow. If you've been looking to move into Haddon Township to enjoy its fantastic coffee and dining scene—or you're looking to sell your Haddon Township home to upsize, downsize, or relocate—begin with the form below.