How many Brueggers Bagels outlets were located in Virginia at the end of 2024?
Brueggers_Bagels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State / Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired From Franchisee | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisee | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | ||||||
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 55–61)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Brueggers Bagels's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were zero outlets located in Virginia at the end of 2024. The state had one outlet in 2022 and 2023, but it closed in 2023, leaving no stores by the end of 2024. This information is based on the table summarizing outlet counts by state and year.
For a prospective franchisee, this data indicates that the Virginia market may be challenging or that Brueggers Bagels is not actively pursuing growth in that state. It is important to investigate the reasons behind the closure of the previous outlet to assess the potential risks and opportunities in the Virginia market. Understanding why the store closed could reveal factors such as location issues, market saturation, or operational challenges specific to that region.
It would be prudent for a potential franchisee to discuss with Brueggers Bagels the reasons for the Virginia closure and the franchisor's future plans for the state. This conversation could provide valuable insights into the brand's strategy and the level of support a franchisee might expect in that market. Additionally, researching local market conditions and consumer preferences in Virginia would be essential before making a decision to invest in a Brueggers Bagels franchise there.