In 2023, how many Cicis outlets were opened in Alabama?
Cicis Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termina -tions | Non Renewal | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL | 2022 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10 |
| 2023 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 | |
| 2024 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 58–64)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cicis's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were no new Cicis restaurants opened in Alabama during 2023. The table provided shows that at the start of 2023, there were 10 Cicis restaurants in Alabama. Throughout 2023, there were no new openings, and one restaurant was reacquired by the franchisor, resulting in 9 Cicis restaurants at the end of the year.
This data indicates that the Cicis brand did not expand its presence in Alabama during that year. For a prospective franchisee, this could suggest a stable but not growing market in Alabama. It is important to note that while no new restaurants opened, one was reacquired by Cicis, which could indicate a change in franchise ownership or management within the state.
It is important for potential franchisees to further investigate the reasons behind the lack of new openings and the reacquisition of a restaurant in Alabama during 2023. Understanding the market dynamics and Cicis's strategic decisions in the region can help in making an informed investment decision.