What was the total number of Bojangles outlets at the start of 2023?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year1 | Net Changes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 496 | 507 | +11 |
| 2023 | 507 | 528 | +21 | |
| 2024 | 528 | 559 | +31 | |
| Company- | 2022 | 277 | 281 | +4 |
| Operated | ||||
| 2023 | 281 | 285 | +4 | |
| 2024 | 285 | 266 | -19 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 773 | 788 | +15 |
| 2023 | 788 | 813 | +25 | |
| 2024 | 813 | 825 | +12 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLET AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 77–82)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bojangles' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total number of Bojangles outlets at the start of 2023 was 788. This number includes both franchised and company-operated locations.
Specifically, the FDD indicates that there were 507 franchised outlets and 281 company-operated outlets at the beginning of 2023. This information is relevant for prospective franchisees as it provides a snapshot of the brand's footprint and the mix of franchised versus company-operated stores.
Understanding the number of outlets at the start of the year, along with the changes throughout the year (openings, closures, etc.), can help potential franchisees assess the stability and growth trajectory of the Bojangles franchise system. It's a key indicator of the brand's overall health and expansion strategy.