How many Brueggers Bagels outlets were open in Ohio at the end of 2023?
Brueggers_Bagels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
of 13 four-week periods. Our last fiscal year was a 53-week period ending on December 31, 2024.
Table 3 STATUS OF FRANCHISED AND LICENSED OUTLETS 2022 to 2024 (Note 1)
| State / Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termina- tions | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - other reason | Outlets at the End of the Year(1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 3 Brueggers Bagels outlets open in Ohio at the end of 2023. The information is based on the data reported in Item 20, which covers the status of both franchised and company-owned outlets over the past three years. This specific figure reflects the number of outlets that were operational as of December 31, 2023.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates the existing market presence of Brueggers Bagels in Ohio. It shows that the number of outlets remained constant from 2022 to 2024. This could suggest a stable market or a lack of expansion in the state during that period. A potential franchisee should investigate further to understand the reasons behind the static number of outlets, such as market saturation, performance of existing locations, or strategic decisions by the franchisor.
It is important to note that these figures do not include any future commitments for new locations under development agreements. The FDD also clarifies that the data represents the number of outlets at the end of each calendar year, aligning with Brueggers Bagels's fiscal year-end. This information is valuable for understanding the brand's growth trajectory and current footprint in Ohio, which can inform a franchisee's decision-making process regarding market potential and competition.
Prospective franchisees should also inquire about the performance of these existing Ohio locations, including revenue, profitability, and customer demographics, to gain a comprehensive understanding of the market dynamics. Additionally, it would be beneficial to understand Brueggers Bagels's future development plans for Ohio and how they might impact a new franchisee's business.