Broomfield, Colo. — Noodles & Company, a national fast-casual chain known for its globally inspired noodle bowls, has signed a deal with DND Group Inc. to immediately acquire six restaurant locations and open a total of 10 new restaurants to the Portland, Ore., area. The first location will open in 2025.
Dara Dejbakhsh, president and CEO at DND Group Inc., is a long-time restaurant operator with over 43 years of experience in the restaurant and franchising industry. Founded in 2007, DND Group Inc. operates 56 restaurants across nine states. Its current brand portfolio includes brands like Dairy Queen, Zaxby’s, Taco John’s and Paris Baguette.
The six-unit franchise agreement is an exclusive development in some of the most populous cities in Oregon, including Portland, Eugene, Bend and Yakima-Kennewick-Pasco.
“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with DND Group, Inc., which reflects significant progress towards our goal of establishing an even stronger Noodles presence in the Pacific Northwest,” says Drew Madsen, CEO of Noodles & Company. “DND Group, Inc. has a strong history of exceptional operations, with a team of highly qualified operators, making them an ideal partner to bring the Noodles & Company brand to more communities in Oregon.”
The fast-casual brand continues to expand throughout the U.S. In 2024, Noodles & Company is also focused on growing its franchise presence in the southern region of the country and throughout the U.S. with a heightened focus on markets, such as Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Texas and Oklahoma.
Founded in 1995, Noodles & Company has more than 450 restaurants. For more information, visit www.noodles.com and www.noodles.com/franchising.
SOURCE: Noodles & Company