What was the total number of Noodles & Company outlets at the end of 2024?
Noodles_Company Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at Start of the Year | Outlets at End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 76 | 93 | 17 |
| 2023 | 93 | 90 | -3 | |
| 2024 | 90 | 92 | 2 | |
| Company- | 2022 | 372 | 367 | -5 |
| Owned | ||||
| 2023 | 367 | 380 | 13 | |
| 2024 | 380 | 371 | -9 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 448 | 460 | 12 |
| 2023 | 460 | 460 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 470 | 463 | -7 |
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, at the end of 2024, the total number of outlets was 463. This number includes both franchised and company-owned locations. There were 92 franchised outlets and 371 company-owned outlets.
When evaluating a franchise opportunity, it is important to look at the overall number of units as well as the breakdown between franchised and company-owned. A high number of company-owned stores can indicate that the franchisor has confidence in their business model. It can also mean that the franchisor has the resources to invest in and operate their own locations.
For a prospective Noodles & Company franchisee, this data point provides a snapshot of the brand's scale and structure. It's also worth noting that the total number of outlets decreased by 7 from 470 at the start of 2024 to 463 at the end of the year. This decrease was due to a net decrease of 9 company-owned stores, offset by a net increase of 2 franchised locations. This information, combined with historical trends, can help potential franchisees assess the stability and growth trajectory of the Noodles & Company system.