Who are the parties involved in the Noodles & Company Area Development Agreement Addendum?
Noodles_Company Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| This Addendum to the Noodles & Company Area Development Agreement dated |
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| between Noodles & Company and |
| ("Area Operator") is entered |
| into simultaneously with the execution of the Area Development Agreement. |
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 98–99)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Noodles & Company Franchise Disclosure Document, the parties involved in the Noodles & Company Area Development Agreement Addendum are Noodles & Company and the Area Operator. This addendum is an agreement entered into simultaneously with the execution of the Area Development Agreement.
The Area Development Agreement Addendum modifies the original agreement. The addendum ensures that Area Operators' rights are protected, particularly regarding state-specific laws. For example, addenda for Minnesota, Rhode Island, and Maryland franchisees include clauses about franchise laws in those states.
Prospective Noodles & Company area developers should carefully review the Area Development Agreement and any addenda to understand their rights, obligations, and any modifications to the standard agreement based on their location. This ensures compliance with local laws and regulations and a clear understanding of the contractual relationship with Noodles & Company.