How many Noodles & Company outlets were operating in Illinois at the end of 2024?
Noodles_Company Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
1 | 93 | | | 2023 | 93 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 90 | | | 2024 | 90 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 92 | Table No. 4 Status of Company-Owned Outlets For Fiscal Years 2022 to 2024
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired from Franchisees | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisees | Outlets at End of Year |
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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, there were 51 Noodles & Company outlets operating in Illinois at the end of 2024. At the start of 2024, there were 53 outlets, but during the year, 0 new outlets were opened and 2 were closed, resulting in the year-end total of 51.
For a prospective franchisee, this data indicates the net change in the number of outlets in Illinois. While no new locations opened, the closure of two restaurants suggests potential challenges or market adjustments within the state. This information is valuable for assessing the stability and growth potential of the Noodles & Company brand in Illinois.
It's important to note that these figures represent the total number of Noodles & Company restaurants, including both franchised and company-owned locations. A prospective franchisee should further investigate the performance and market conditions specific to Illinois to gain a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and risks associated with opening a Noodles & Company franchise in that state.