How many Buona outlets were open in Illinois at the start of 2023?
Buona Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlets | Outlets Reacquired From Franchisee | Outlets Sold to Franchisee | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| at Start of | Outlets | Outlets | Outlets at End of | ||||
| State | Year | Year | Opened | Closed | Year | ||
| Illinois | 2022 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| 2023 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26 | |
| 2024 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 75–78)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 25 Buona outlets open in Illinois at the start of 2023. The provided table in Item 20 details the outlet count by state and year. In 2023, one additional outlet opened in Illinois, bringing the total to 26 by the end of the year.
It is important to note that these are affiliate-owned outlets, as Buona did not have any franchised locations during this period. This indicates that the growth in Illinois was driven by the company itself rather than by franchisees. A prospective franchisee should consider this when evaluating the brand's presence and growth strategy in the state.
For potential franchisees, this information highlights Buona's existing market presence in Illinois and its growth trajectory. While the brand is expanding, it's crucial to understand the dynamics between company-owned and franchised locations. Further investigation into Buona's franchise strategy and support for franchisees in Illinois would be beneficial.