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Noodles & Company

Noodles & Company is a fast-casual restaurant concept serving noodle dishes, salads, soups, desserts, breads, beverages, and other menu items we may add in the future. We serve the general public, with meals designed for personal consumption at lunch and dinner. Our restaurants typically offer in-restaurant seating, patio seating, delivery, and carry-out service. Each location prepares food in a kitchen built to our specifications and follows our design, construction, and operating standards.

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Fast Food

Brand highlights

  • CEODrew Madsen
  • Headquarters520 Zang Street, Broomfield, CO, 80021
  • Year founded2002
  • Year started franchising2003
  • IndustryFast Food
  • Locations open470 (+16 last three years)

Statistics & metrics

  • Investment range$621,000 - $2,064,000
  • Franchise fee$35,000
  • Royalty5% of Net Royalty Sales (2) (3)
  • Brand fundCurrently 0.0% of Net Royalty Sales
  • Required Liquid CapitalN/A
  • Required Net WorthN/A

Learn more about the Fast Food industry:

Fast food franchises are a staple of the food industry, offering quick and convenient dining options. This sector is highly competitive but offers significant potential for high-volume sales.

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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2024-04-26

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Location data

Total locations470
Franchise locations90
Corporate locations380
System growth over time

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