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What was the total number of Brueggers Bagels outlets that closed in 2023?

Brueggers_Bagels Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

| 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 52 | | 2023 | 52 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49 | | 2024 | 49 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 48 |

Table 4 STATUS OF COMPANY-OWNED OUTLETS 2022 to 2024 (Note 1)

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
Alabama
2022 2 0 0 0 0 2
2023 2 0 0 0 0 2
2024 2 0 0 0 0 2
Connecticut
2022 7 0 0 0 0 7
2023 7 0 0 0 0 7
2024 7 0 0 0 0 7
Florida
2022 2 0 0 0 0 2
2023 2 0 0 0 0 2
2024 2 0 0 0 0 2
Iowa
2022 8 0 0 0 0 8
2023 8 0 0 0 0 8
2024 8 0 0 0 0 8
Kentucky
2022 1 0 0 0 0 1
2023 1 0 0 0 0 1
2024 1 0 0 0 0 1
Massachusetts
2022 13 0 0 0 0 13
2023 13 0 0 0 0 13
2024 13 0 0 1 0 12
Michigan
2021 6 0 0 0 0 6
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
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2022 6 0 0 0 0 6
2023 6 0 0 0 0 6
Minnesota
2022 24 0 0 1 0 23
2023 23 0 0 0 0 23
2024 23 0 0 0 0 23
Nebraska
2022 3 0 0 1 0 3
2023 3 0 0 0 0 3
2024 3 0 0 0 0 3
New York
2022 19 0 0 0 0 19
2023 19 1 0 1 0 19
2024 19 2 0 1 0 20
North Carolina
2022 16 0 0 0 0 16
2023 16 0 0 1 0 15
2024 15 0 0 1 0 14
Ohio
2022 16 0 0 0 0 16
2023 16 0 0 0 0 16
2024 16 0 0 0 0 16
Pennsylvania
2022 12 0 0 0 0 12
2023 12 0 0 1 0 11
2024 11 0 0 1 0 10
Tennessee
2022 2 0 0 0 0 2
2023 2 0 0 0 0 2
2024 2 0 0 0 0 2
Vermont
2022 1 0 0 0 0 1
2023 1 0 0 0 0 1
2024 1 0 0 0 0 1
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
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Virginia
2022 1 0 0 0 0 1
2023 1 0 0 1 0 0
2024 0 0 0 0 0 0
Wisconsin
2022

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, a total of 4 company-owned outlets and 3 franchised outlets closed in 2023. This means that the Brueggers Bagels system experienced a closure of 7 stores during that year. This information is crucial for potential franchisees to understand the stability and performance of the franchise system.

Specifically, for company-owned stores, the number of outlets decreased from 135 at the start of 2023 to 132 by the end of the year, indicating a net change of -3. For franchised outlets, the number decreased from 52 at the start of 2023 to 49 at the end of the year, representing a net change of -3. These figures provide a clear picture of outlet performance and changes within the Brueggers Bagels system over the course of the year.

Prospective franchisees should carefully consider these closure rates as part of their due diligence. While closures don't necessarily indicate a failing franchise, they do warrant further investigation into the reasons behind them. Understanding why outlets closed—whether due to poor performance, lease issues, or other factors—can help a franchisee assess the risks and opportunities associated with investing in a Brueggers Bagels franchise.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.