Dr Noodles

About Dr Noodles

Dr Noodles is a healthy alternative to traditional fast food. All of its dishes are full of nutritional goodness without compromising on flavour. The food franchise is dairy-free and egg-free with no added MSG, ideal for those with dietary restrictions and it always serves a wide variety of quality food which is low in fat.

All noodle and rice boxes are served with veg unless customers ask for no veg! Customers can load up on fresh veggies and protein for some delicious and guilt-free fuel. It caters to vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets, allowing everyone to try a taste of Dr Noodles.

Established in 2010, it currently has seven existing stores in St Andrews, Dundee, Perth, Aberdeen, Stirling, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

As an established restaurant chain, it has seven existing noodle bars that are operational, profitable and available for immediate sale as franchises. It is also looking to share its established business model and popular brand with motivated entrepreneurs to roll out 200 new sites across the UK and beyond in the next five years. To do that, it is recruiting regional, multi-site and single-unit franchisees.

How does the franchise model work?

Few opportunities offer the flexibility of running your own business. The fast food franchise allows you to build the life you deserve and enjoy work that makes you smile. It has built some excellent relationships with major lenders who will support potential franchisees with their initial franchise fee, subject to their normal lending criteria. Dr Noodles is more than happy to put you in touch with its contacts at the banks, who can answer any of your questions.

Initial training is comprehensive and time will be spent ensuring that you will be able to manage your own Dr Noodles business. You will be given the tools to operate your business from the outset, which means you have the freedom to reach your potential when you start your business. Enjoy uncapped earning opportunities.

Its flexible and refined menu makes for easy ordering, customers choose their box (small, regular or kids), choose either noodles or rice for their base, add their fillings (protein and vegetables) then finish off with a selection of its unique handmade sauces. Dr Noodles caters to vegetarians, vegans and coeliacs too so everyone can get a taste. Dr Noodles is popular with office workers looking for their lunchtime noodle fix and is also a student favourite. It is even championed by a local professional football team, becoming a regular post-match treat.

Franchising is a fantastic way to boost your income whilst being your own boss. With Dr Noodles, you can be sure that it will be with you every step of the way helping you to build a profitable business alongside its already established and successful brand.

What is Dr Noodles looking for in its franchisees?

Dr Noodles is growing rapidly and it is searching for motivated, passionate and efficient people to join it on its expansion journey. The food business is looking to roll out 200 new sites across the UK and beyond in the next five years and so commitment is an essential quality of any potential franchisee.

It is imperative that you are someone who has lots of energy, a vibrant and friendly personality as well a fantastic attitude. An ideal Dr Noodles candidate should be able to display strong leadership skills, a desire to provide genuine, transparent service and be able to demonstrate exceptional quality in everything they do.

You do not need previous experience in the food industry to join the franchise; you will receive all the training you need in order to get set up and run your Dr Noodles business successfully.

As a franchisor, it will be entering into a partnership with you, which involves significant levels of trust and confidence from both sides. The recruitment process involves a significant investment in time, money and effort with any new franchisee. Whilst Dr Noodles encourages ideas and innovation, for brand protection, it is essential that its system and proven business model are followed by all franchisees. As a franchisee, not only will you be expected to adhere to the system, but you will also be expected to be able to work well with the rest of the team.

What locations or territories is Dr Noodles looking to operate in?

There are currently seven existing stores already established in the following locations: St Andrews, Dundee, Perth, Aberdeen, Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh. It is currently in the process of fitting out its latest store which will be opening soon in Kirkcaldy.

As an established restaurant chain, it has five existing noodle bars that are operational, profitable and available for immediate sale as franchises. This is an incredible opportunity for potential franchisees to start their franchise journey with an already established noodle bar.

Dr Noodles is also looking to share its established business model and popular brand with motivated entrepreneurs to roll out 200 new sites across the UK and beyond in the next five years.

Did you know?

Dr Noodles has an expected revenue of £233,000 after 2 years!

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What are the franchise terms of agreement and renewal?

The initial investment of £25,000 covers the franchise fee and franchise agreement term lasting five years.

Why is a Dr Noodles franchise a good investment?

You have the opportunity to own your own thriving noodle bar in a location near you. Serve a delicious food selection of noodle and rice boxes and feed hungry customers throughout the day. 

In terms of popularity, the noodle bar’s place in the global food market is growing. It is an in-demand service as many UK customers are turning to noodles and Asian food as a healthier and more exciting option that remains tasty, familiar and accessible. Now is an ideal time to invest in a well-established franchise with Dr Noodles!

As an established restaurant chain, it has seven existing noodle bars that are operational, profitable and available for immediate sale as franchises.

Franchise benefits
• Full initial training in all aspects of the business
• Work alongside a well-established business
• Ongoing training and support
• Franchise operations manual
• Site acquisition assistance
• Support with purchasing of equipment and stock
• Support with funding if required
• Access to nominated suppliers
• Menu innovation

What training and support does Dr Noodles provide?

You have the opportunity to own your own Dr Noodles restaurant in your local area and serve its mouth-watering menu to noodle enthusiasts feeding hungry stomachs and putting smiles on customers’ faces.

Dr Noodles will provide you with all of the necessary tools to help you launch your Dr Noodles business with confidence. This will include materials, equipment, help with the fit out of your restaurant and much more! You will receive the rights to own and operate a Dr Noodles franchise and to use the trademarks and tradename in a defined area for a period of five years with the right to renew. Full initial training will be provided in all aspects of the business along with ongoing training and support from its highly experienced head office team.

With Dr Noodles, you have the opportunity to work alongside a well-established business in the restaurant industry and have peace of mind knowing that it will be with you every step of the way.

Comprehensive training will be provided at the start of your franchise journey to help get you up to speed with how it operates as well as its systems, policies, and procedures. You will also receive continued support from the head office team throughout the life of your Dr Noodles franchise. This includes the provision of a franchise operations manual, site acquisition assistance, support with purchasing of equipment and stock, support with funding if required, access to nominated suppliers along with consistent menu innovation.

Marketing materials will also be provided including support with social media, PR and your initial launch to spread the word about your new Dr Noodles business.

How much does a franchise cost?

The Dr Noodles franchise fee is £25,000-plus VAT. The package fee is around £100,000-plus VAT; this will depend on the size and condition of your premises and fit out requirements, which will be considerably less if you are rebranding existing premises. Dr Noodles has funding pre-agreed with Barclays bank which has agreed to lend up to 70 per cent of the cost as an unsecured loan.

How in demand is Dr Noodles’ product offering?

Noodle bars have found their rightful place in the global food sector and have seen significant growth in popularity. Many UK customers are turning to noodles and Asian food as a healthier and more exciting option that remains tasty, familiar and accessible.

One of the strengths of the noodle industry lies in its diversity. From instant ramen noodles favoured in university dorm rooms to high-end gourmet dishes found in trendy Asian-fusion restaurants, noodles function as a staple for diners of all races, ages and income levels. Noodle dishes can also include a wide range of meats, vegetables and sauces for special diets.

Often seen as a healthier alternative, whole wheat noodles have been increasing in popularity with the number of users increasing between 2014 and 2019 to 6.4 million. The pasta and noodle market is expected to be worth $87.7bn by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The noodles industry has the opportunity to develop its own place in the UK dining scene through restaurant franchising.

How do I start setting up my own franchise?

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