COVID-19 Update

Noodles & Company announces face coverings required for all team members and Free Delivery Mondays

Effective Monday August 9, all team members will be required to wear a face covering inside all company-owned locations. Noodles continues to adhere to CDC guidelines and local mandates on safety, however, encourages guests who visit Noodles for dine-in or pick up to wear face coverings as well. Noodles continues to protect team members and the communities they serve by enhanced cleaning and safety practices, to expanded, contactless ordering and pick-up options including Quick Pickup, Curbside Pickup, Pickup Windows and Delivery. Throughout August and September, Noodles is inviting all guests to enjoy Free Delivery on Mondays, because Life is Back in Session.

6/11/21

Noodles continues focus on safety and cleanliness procedures

As local and national requirements change, safety and cleanliness remain a top priority. Noodles will continue to follow local mandates to protect team members and the communities they serve. From new ways to pick up your order including curbside, pickup windows or delivery, to enhanced safety practices, guests can be confident that their meal has been prepared safely and deliciously each and every time.

2/10/21

Noodles encourages team member vaccinations with paid time off

Since the onset of COVID nearly a year ago, nothing has mattered more than the health and safety of Noodles’ guests and team members. From industry leading cleaning and safety standards to implementing paid sick leave for all, Noodles’ priority has been, and will continue to be, ensuring that team members have the information and resources needed to keep themselves and guests safe.   

Noodles is encouraged by the COVID-19 vaccines and is strongly recommending that team members  receive the vaccine, however, they will not be required to do so. Team members who do receive the vaccine can receive up to four hours of paid time off. Noodles will continue to review all information as it  becomes available by public health officials as the company continues to enhance its health and safety protocols in response to COVID-19. 

1/28/21

Noodles & Company makes ordering Curbside as easy as a click

1/18/21

Noodles adds tamper evident bag seals to digital orders

More than ever, safety is in the forefront. In addition to all of the safety measures that have been introduced over the last few months and the attention and standards for cleanliness and food safety, Noodles aims to ease guests’ minds during these uncertain times and ensure that their food is safe by introducing the use of tamper-evident seals. Starting 1/18, Noodles will begin using tamper-evident bag seals for all digital orders placed for Delivery, Quick Pickup or Curbside.

12/2/20

Noodles & Company Announces Free Unlimited Delivery through December 31, 2020

As the year winds down and more guests are turning to Off-Premise dining options, Noodles Rewards users will have the opportunity to get Free Unlimited Delivery* when ordering through Noodles.com/order or the Noodles Rewards App. Guests can find their Free Delivery reward under “Rewards” when logged into their account. The reward will keep replenishing throughout the remainder of December so that guests can continue to enjoy the convenience of unlimited, contactless delivery.

*At participating locations. Check out terms and conditions here.

11/4/20

Noodles & Company rolls out Order Status for Digital Orders

Noodles guests now have a new tool to help plan their arrival and pickup time for orders submitted through the app and Noodles.com/order. This new feature informs guests when their orders have been received, are being prepped and are ready for pick up, curbside or delivery. Download our app today.

10/28/20

Noodles & Company announces free delivery through 11/15

With the weather getting chilly and families looking for comfort and convenience, Noodles announces Free delivery for all guests who place an order of $15 or more via Noodles.com/order or the Noodles Rewards app at participating locations through November 15.

8/6/20

Noodles & Company Now Offering Free Contactless Delivery through Rewards and Expanded Patio Dining at Most Locations

Starting 8/6, guests who register for Noodles Rewards will receive unlimited free delivery for 30 days, simply by signing up.* The limited time offer will allow guests to enjoy globally inspired dishes conveniently and safely with the click of a button at Noodles.com/order or the Noodles Rewards app. Plus, Noodles is also adding free delivery as an option for Rewards point redemption, and guests can choose the 350-point option in the Rewards store. Additionally, as of 8/5, 92% of company-owned locations are offering limited in-restaurant dining or patio seating. Check our location pages for the latest updates.

7/21/20

Noodles & Company Expands Safety Commitment by Requiring Face Coverings While Visiting Restaurants

7/18/20

Noodles & Company Extends Free Delivery through July 31st

To allow guests to continue enjoying Noodles from the comfort of their own home, the Company announced the extension of free delivery through July 31 on orders of $15 or more placed via Noodles.com/order or the Noodles Rewards app. Free delivery is available to all guests at participating locations through July 31 when selecting the delivery option via Noodles.com/order or the Noodles Rewards app.

7/7/20

Noodles & Company Announces Free Delivery through July 17th

Ordering Noodles couldn’t be easier or safer with free delivery at participating locations via Noodles.com or the Noodles app, now through Friday, July 17th. Guests can also take advantage of convenient quick-pickup or curbside pick-up, which is available at 382 locations.

6/17/20

Noodles & Company Unveils New, Curated Perfect Bowls to Encourage Healthier Lifestyles

Noodles & Company announced the addition of new Perfect Bowls to its menu, which are preconfigured fan-favorite dishes that cater to popular diets and lifestyles, including paleo-friendly, keto, vegetarian and gluten-sensitive. The fresh new dishes can be customized for individual nutritional goals, making it easy for guests to maintain healthier summer routines while enjoying their favorite Noodles’ flavors. No matter what kind of cravings or preferences individual guests may have, Noodles has healthy menu offerings for everyone, also including a new ‘Zoodles & Caulifloodles’ Family Meal option featuring Zucchini Shrimp Scampi, Zucchini Pesto with Grilled Chicken, Cauliflower Rigatoni in Light Onion Cream Sauce and Cauliflower Fresca Rigatoni with Shrimp and Caesar Salad. Perfect Bowls and the lighter family meal are available at all restaurants nationwide.

6/10/20

Noodles Approaches Restaurant Re-openings with Careful Consideration

Throughout this time, the safety of our team members and guests has remained the driving force behind our efforts. We remain diligent and focused at all locations to ensure access to contactless ordering solutions and pickup methods such as Curbside, Delivery and Quick Pickup. These efforts and focus remain in place as we address re-opening restaurant dining rooms. We continue to take cues from our team members, guests and communities along with local regulations to address the needs of each restaurant and community prior to opening. Careful consideration is being made to limit seating, preserve a safe social distance, and maintain enhanced restaurant cleanliness. We are also continuing our daily approach to team member illness checks, face masks, frequent handwashing procedures as well as other safety procedures. We appreciate the patience of our guests as we slowly and carefully re-open our dining rooms.

Click here to learn more about our safety measures.

6/3/20

Noodles & Company Adds Apple Pay to Digital Ordering

Noodles & Company has added Apple Pay to its iOS app checkout options. We are focused on opportunities to streamline the ordering process and make ordering online and through our app as convenient as possible. By adding Apple Pay, guests who have an account can easily pass through the secure checkout process without having to access their credit card or verify additional information. Apple Pay is also an existing payment feature for in-restaurant ordering, providing guests with a contactless payment option that is quick and secure. Adding this contactless payment feature is a sign of our commitment to value and convenience for our guests.

Download our iOS app today here.

5/19/20

Noodles & Company Thanks Our Delivery Drivers

During the past couple of months, we’ve been amazed at how our partners have stepped up and delivered to the challenges of the coronavirus crisis. Every day, our delivery drivers are out delivering countless cravings and smiles to our guests, helping bring the Noodles experience out of the restaurant and into their homes. That means a lot to our guests and the world to us. As a small way to say thanks, we wanted to make sure our restaurant feels like a home to these drivers and they have what they need to stay safe, successful and happy. Here are a few ways we’re showing our appreciation:

• Access to restrooms, hand sanitizer and extra gloves
• Fountain drinks to stay refreshed while on the road
• A sweet thank you in the form of a crispy for helping to keep our community nourished

These are just a few ways to show our appreciation to our amazing delivery partners. Thanks again for delivering big for us and our guests during this time.

To order delivery from a participating location, visit Noodles.com/order.

5/12/20

Noodles & Company Announces a Tour de Noodles and App Enhancements Providing Added Value and Convenience

In an effort to continue to provide value and convenience to guests and Noodles Rewards members, Noodles has announced new digital enhancements to its app and online ordering site. The new enhancements make digital ordering and Rewards participation even more seamless and user-friendly. With the updates, Noodles guests can track their full Rewards history and see where they stand in any given menu challenge, including the Tour de Noodles. The Tour de Noodles challenge, available from now through May 31, invites Rewards members to sample four menu destinations from around the globe and earn a free entrée in return. From Classic Noodles to World Famous Macs, Asian Noodles to Zoodles and Caulifloodles, guests can travel to unique locations through their taste buds and receive free noodles for taking the trip.

Sign up for Noodles Rewards at Noodles.com/rewards or via the Noodles Rewards App, and visit “Challenges” to get started.

5/7/20

Noodles & Company – Feeding the Family, Fueling the Community

In April, Noodles & Company announced new Family Meals, a new way to share go-to flavors with families, roomies or people who just love leftovers with a more affordable way to enjoy the noodles they love. In addition, with each purchase of a Family Meal, Noodles donates a bowl to a healthcare worker in our communities. To date, over 4,500 Noodles meals have been donated to healthcare heroes across the country. After all, the “Company” in our name has always stood for sharing goodness with others, be it the family table or in the hallways of the hospital. Thank you to everyone who has purchased a Family Meal and to our healthcare workers keeping us safe and healthy during this time.

To learn more about Family Meals, visit Noodles.com/familymeals.

4/8/20

Noodles & Company Launches New Family Meals; Gives Back to Healthcare Workers

Noodles & Company announced new Noodles Family Meals for a cause, available nationwide beginning today. While Noodles Family Meals provide a convenient and enjoyable break in the day for guests, Noodles & Company also wants to give back to those dedicating their time to others during this difficult period. For every family meal purchased, Noodles will donate a regular-sized bowl back to healthcare workers. Family meals are only available online and guests can choose quick pick-up at any location or the added convenience of new curbside pick-up at nearly 350 locations nationwide. Additionally, guests can also enjoy free delivery through April 30 when ordering directly from Noodles.com/order or the Noodles Rewards App.

If you are interested in learning more about our donation program or would like to request a meal donation for your healthcare organization, please visit Noodles.com/giving-back.

4/7/20

Noodles & Company Expands Curbside Pickup to More Than 350 Restaurants

Noodles & Company now offers Curbside Pickup at more than 350 of its restaurants. With curbside, simply place your order via Noodles.com/order or the Noodles Rewards app and select “curbside” at checkout. A dedicated member of our team will bring your order directly to you when you arrive so you never have to leave your car. Each curbside meal is packed with care by a team member wearing gloves and your meal will be handed to you with a tray to ensure we can maintain a safe level of social distancing. To see whether your local Noodles offers curbside, visit Noodles.com/locations. Curbside will be listed as an option where available. In addition to our curbside expansion, Noodles & Company has extended free delivery through April 30. The offer is available on all orders of $15 or more placed via Noodles.com/order or the Noodles Rewards App. Click here to place your order today.

4/1/20

Noodles & Company Extends FREE Delivery Through April 7th

In effort to continue serving guests where and when they need it most, Noodles & Company is extending free delivery through April 7. Noodles will offer free delivery on all orders of $15 or more placed via Noodles.com/order or on the Noodles Rewards app. “There is nothing more important than the safety and wellbeing of our guests, and during this unprecedented time, delivery gives us an opportunity to continue meeting the needs of our guests by delivering them the meals they love directly to their doorstep,” said Stacey Pool, chief marketing officer at Noodles & Company. “Our food travels incredibly well and our guests can trust we have taken every measure and precaution possible to safely serve and deliver to them.”

3/30/20

Noodles & Company – Curbside Pickup Available at Select Restaurants

In addition to offering Quick Pickup and delivery nationwide, Noodles has introduced Curbside Pickup at 39 locations. To find out if Curbside Pickup is available at your local Noodles, visit the Noodles & Company restaurant locator and look to see if “Curbside Pickup” is listed as an available option. Stay tuned for upcoming announcements and information on expanding curbside options at a location near you.

3/20/20

Noodles & Company Leveraging Expanded Delivery and To-Go Service Options in Response to COVID-19

Noodles & Company has announced it now offers free direct delivery through Noodles.com/order and the Noodles & Company app. Historically, over half of Noodles & Company’s sales have been through to-go and delivery offerings, and our expanded delivery options will allow the company to leverage this strong capability during this uncertain time. Noodles & Company will offer free delivery on all orders of $15 or more placed via Noodles.com/order or on the Noodles Rewards app through March 31, 2020 at participating locations.  Additionally, Noodles is offering free delivery nationwide via DoorDash and its newly announced national expansion with Uber Eats. Additionally, new users who sign up for Noodles Rewards through April 30 will receive an additional 1,500 bonus rewards points, which is enough points for a free regular entrée.

3/16/20

Noodles & Company Temporarily Establishes To-Go Only At All Restaurants

“During this uncertain and difficult time, it’s our honor and privilege to continue serving our guests,” said Dave Boennighausen, chief executive officer of Noodles & Company. “Our guests can trust that we have taken every measure possible to protect them throughout this unprecedented situation. There is no greater priority than the safety and wellbeing of our guests and team members, and with this operational change, our focus remains on safely preparing every single guest’s order.”

A Message to Noodles & Company Guests about Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Letter from CEO Dave Boennighausen

Caring for our guests and team members is our top priority, and we are doing all we can so you can enjoy your favorite Noodles. We are taking the growing concerns around the coronavirus (COVID-19) very seriously. If you’re in an area with confirmed cases, you’ll notice a few precautionary measures at our restaurants.

In addition to our current industry-leading health and safety practices, we are:

• Introducing a new emergency sick leave policy for team members at company-owned restaurants that will cover up to 14 days of sick pay.
• Replacing silverware and tumblers with single-use flatware and paper cups.
• Increasing the frequency of our cleaning procedures, particularly surrounding hand washing and disinfecting of common areas.
• Providing single-use condiments, such as sriracha, upon request.

We are closely monitoring updates from the Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization and will continue to seek guidance from these agencies and public health officials. We are also continuously monitoring our policies to ensure we are providing the resources and flexibility our team members need at this time.

Whether you want to dine in our restaurants or take advantage of how quick and easy it is to enjoy our food at home, at work, or on-the-go, you can always skip the line by ordering online through the Noodles & Company Rewards app. To learn more visit noodles.com/rewards.

We appreciate your love for Noodles & Company and want you to know that we are committed to keeping our restaurants safe so you can continue to enjoy your favorite Noodles dish.

Sincerely,

Dave Boennighausen, CEO