Noodles & Co Stock Price, News & Analysis

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) has announced a significant leadership transition, with Joseph D. Christina being promoted from President and COO to President and CEO, effective August 31, 2025. Christina will succeed Drew Madsen, who is stepping down due to personal medical reasons but will remain on the Board of Directors.

Christina brings extensive QSR and fast-casual restaurant leadership experience, including 29 years at Burger King and CEO positions at Church's Chicken and Tijuana Flats. Additionally, the company has rescheduled its Q2 2025 earnings conference call from August 6 to August 13, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. ET.

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ:NDLS) has launched Delicious Duos, a new value-focused menu offering that pairs a small entrée with protein and a side, starting at $9.95. The initiative responds to consumer preferences, as a recent survey showed nearly 50% of respondents prefer small entrées with sides, while 75% prioritize price and value when dining out.

The company will celebrate the launch with a Buy One, Get One 50% Off promotion during "Dress as a Duo Day" on August 16 at participating locations. Customers who dress as iconic pairs can participate in this special offer. Chef-curated options with protein are priced at $10.95, and sides include Lemon Parmesan Broccoli, Caesar Salad, Garden Salad, and Chicken Noodle Soup.

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings conference call for August 6, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. ET. The company's CEO Drew Madsen and CFO Mike Hynes will lead the discussion.

The earnings release will be published after market close on the same day. Investors can join via phone at 201-389-0920, with a replay available until August 13, 2025, at 412-317-6671 (passcode: 13754231). Additionally, a live webcast will be accessible through the company's investor relations website, with an archived version available afterward.

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) announces the launch of its new Bulgogi Steak Mac & Cheese, available nationwide from July 2, 2025. This limited-time offering combines their signature Creamy Mac & Cheese with Korean-inspired flavors, featuring seared steak, Gochujang sauce, and Asian seasonings.

To celebrate National Mac & Cheese Day on July 14, Noodles Rewards members can get 50% off any Mac Menu dish with the purchase of a regular entrée. The company is also running a social media giveaway from June 27 to July 3, where 100 winners can win exclusive Spoonsticks - a hybrid spoon-chopsticks utensil.

New Noodles Rewards members can earn a free entrée after their first purchase of $10 or more.

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) has partnered with Food Network to highlight four "Food Network Favorites" from its recently reinvented menu. The selected dishes include Basil Pesto Cavatappi, Buffalo Chicken Ranch Mac & Cheese, Rigatoni Rosa with Parmesan Chicken, and Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi. This partnership follows Noodles' March menu reinvention, where more than two-thirds of items were new or improved. The collaboration aims to showcase the restaurant's culinary craftsmanship and value proposition, combining Food Network's expertise in flavor with Noodles & Company's specialty in noodle-focused dishes. The selected items feature enhanced ingredients and recipes, including aged Parmesan, fire-roasted tomatoes, and signature sauces, available nationwide at Noodles & Company locations.

Noodles & Company (NDLS) reported mixed Q1 2025 financial results. Total revenue increased 2.0% to $123.8M, with system-wide comparable restaurant sales up 4.4%. However, the company posted a net loss of $9.1M ($0.20 per share), wider than the $6.1M loss in Q1 2024. Operating margin declined to -5.2%, and restaurant contribution margin decreased to 10.3%. The company launched a reimagined menu on March 12th, driving ~5% comparable sales growth through April. Liquidity position shows $1.4M in cash and $102.7M in debt. For 2025 guidance, NDLS expects total revenue of $503-512M, plans to open 2 new company-owned restaurants, but will close 13-17 company-owned and 4 franchised locations. Restaurant contribution margins were revised down to 12.0-14.0%.

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) has scheduled its first quarter 2025 financial results announcement for May 7, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET, led by CEO Drew Madsen and CFO Mike Hynes, following the release of financial results after market close.

Investors can access the call by dialing 201-389-0920, with a replay available until May 21, 2025, at 412-317-6671 (passcode: 13752400). The conference call will also be webcast live on the company's investor relations website at investor.noodles.com under 'Events & Presentations', with an archive available shortly after.

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) announces a 14-day 'Taste Tour' promotion starting April 12, 2025, featuring daily exclusive offers for Noodles Rewards members. The promotion showcases the company's significant menu refresh and upgraded classics.

The tour begins with a $5 regular bowl of Creamy Cheddar Mac & Cheese offer, followed by special pricing and BOGO deals on menu items including new additions like Pulled Pork BBQ Mac & Cheese, Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine, and Rigatoni Rosa. The promotion runs through April 25, with members able to access deals through the Noodles mobile app or website.

New members can join the free Noodles Rewards program to participate, while existing members can opt into SMS notifications by texting SIGNUP to 47418 for daily deal announcements. SMS subscribers will receive an additional special perk when the Taste Tour concludes on April 26.

Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) has launched its largest-ever menu transformation, with two-thirds of items being new or improved. The revamp includes a dedicated Mac & Cheese menu and several new dishes featuring premium ingredients and enhanced flavors.

Key additions include Buffalo Chicken Ranch Mac & Cheese, Garlic Bacon Crunch Mac & Cheese, Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine, and Green Goddess Cobb Salad. Fan favorites have been reimagined with more sauce, vegetables, and elevated ingredients, including the signature Creamy Cheddar Mac & Cheese and Rigatoni Rosa.

The menu overhaul follows 18 months of testing and development, with test market results showing significant increases in guest satisfaction. The company maintains its fresh ingredient commitment, with daily hand-chopped vegetables and in-house prepared noodles. The rollout is supported by the company's Goodness Guarantee policy, allowing customers to exchange dishes at no cost if unsatisfied.