How many Noodles & Company outlets closed in Oregon during 2024?

According to Noodles & Company's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, five company-owned outlets in Oregon closed during 2024. The table provided in Item 20 details the status of company-owned outlets for fiscal years 2022 to 2024, showing the number of outlets at the start of the year, outlets opened, reacquired, closed, and sold, and the number of outlets at the end of the year.

Specifically, for Oregon in 2024, the table indicates that there were six outlets at the start of the year, no outlets opened, none reacquired from franchisees, five outlets closed, one outlet sold to a franchisee, resulting in zero outlets at the end of the year. This information is valuable for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and performance of Noodles & Company outlets in specific geographic locations.

The closure of five company-owned outlets in Oregon during 2024, along with the sale of one outlet to a franchisee, resulting in zero company-owned stores at the end of the year, could signal a strategic shift in Noodles & Company's operational model in that state. This might involve a move towards greater reliance on franchised locations or an exit from company-owned operations altogether in Oregon. A prospective franchisee should investigate the reasons behind these closures and the sale, and understand Noodles & Company's future plans for the Oregon market.

Understanding the dynamics of outlet closures and sales is crucial for making an informed investment decision. Potential franchisees should also inquire about the performance of the remaining franchised outlets in Oregon, and the level of support Noodles & Company provides to its franchisees in that region. This information will help assess the overall health and potential for success of a Noodles & Company franchise in Oregon.