How many Cicis outlets in Florida ceased operations for other reasons in 2023?
Cicis Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
of Franchised Outlets (Cicis Buffet Restaurants)**
For fiscal years ended December 31, 2022, December 31, 2023, December 31, 2024
| 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, one Cicis restaurant in Florida ceased operations for reasons other than termination, non-renewal, or reacquisition by the franchisor during 2023. This means that of the 25 Cicis locations in Florida at the start of 2023, one closed for another reason, leaving 24 locations at the end of the year.
'Ceased Operations - Other Reasons' typically refers to closures due to factors like economic hardship, failure to meet brand standards, or site-specific issues such as lease problems or local market decline. This is distinct from terminations (franchise agreement violations), non-renewals (franchisee chooses not to extend the agreement), or reacquisition by Cicis (the company buys back the franchise).
For a prospective franchisee, this data highlights the importance of thorough due diligence when evaluating a specific location. While one closure in a year isn't necessarily alarming, understanding the reasons behind such closures can provide valuable insights. Potential franchisees should inquire about the performance history of Cicis locations in Florida and the factors that contributed to the closure to better assess the risks and opportunities in the market.