What was the total number of Buona outlets at the end of 2022?
Buona Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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ITEM 20 OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION
Table No. 1 System-wide Outlet Summary For Years 2022 – 2024
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 75–78)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the end of 2022, there were a total of 26 Buona outlets. This total is comprised of affiliate-owned locations, as there were zero franchised locations during that year.
Specifically, the FDD indicates that at the start of 2022, there were 25 affiliate-owned Buona restaurants. During 2022, one additional affiliate-owned location was opened, bringing the total to 26 by the end of the year.
For a prospective franchisee, this data highlights that Buona primarily operates through affiliate-owned stores. This could suggest a preference by Buona for corporate control or a more cautious approach to franchising. A potential franchisee should inquire about Buona's strategy for franchise growth and the support provided to franchisees compared to company-operated stores.