How many Noodles & Company franchise agreements have been signed in Arkansas, but the outlets have not yet opened?
Noodles_Company Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Franchise Agreements Signed But Outlets Not Opened | Projected New Franchised Outlets in the Next Fiscal Year | Projected New Company-Owned Outlets in the Next Fiscal Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Arkansas | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Colorado | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Florida | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Idaho | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illinois | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Indiana | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Iowa | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Minnesota | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| New Mexico | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| North Carolina | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| North Dakota | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ohio | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pennsylvania | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| South Carolina | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Texas | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Utah | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Virginia | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wisconsin | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 89–97)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Noodles & Company's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, as of the date of the document, there is one franchise agreement signed in Arkansas for which the outlet has not yet opened. The FDD also projects one new franchised outlet to open in Arkansas in the next fiscal year.
This information is useful for prospective franchisees as it provides insight into the current state of franchise development within specific states. It shows where Noodles & Company is focusing its growth efforts and where there may be opportunities for new locations.
It is important to note that these are just projections and the actual number of new outlets opened may vary. A prospective franchisee should inquire about the factors that could influence these projections and the support Noodles & Company provides to help franchisees successfully open new locations.