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What is the Noodles Rewards program?

Ordering gets easier. Rewards get tastier. Yum!

We’re serving up something great with a rewards program that makes it easier to earn points, track progress, order online, and save your favorite orders and location.

Member Tiers
3 tiers make it easy to track progress and level up for better rewards.

Earn Points
Earn points to spend towards offers and freebies you choose. Depending on your tier you will accumulate a certain number of points per $1 spent.

Easier Ordering
Save your favorite orders, location, and delivery addresses for faster ordering.

Offers All Year Long
We send out special offers and promotions exclusive for Rewards members throughout the year, which are always communicated through our Rewards email list.

How do I sign-up for Noodles Rewards?

Start earning today by signing up for an account here!

What if I don’t have an Apple or Android smartphone? Can I still use the program?

No smartphone, no problem! Just click here to sign up or log in to use the Rewards program online. Please make sure you add your phone number to your account so you can provide it at the restaurant when ordering.

How do I see my Points & Rewards Dashboard?

In the Noodles & Company App:

  1. Log-in to your account
  2. Click the “Home” tab in the bottom left corner
  3. Your points should appear on the top right of the screen in a gold box

 

Online: 

  1. Log-in to your account here
  2. Click “Hi (your name)” in the top right corner
  3. Click “My Noodles Rewards” from the drop-down menu
  4. Your points should appear on the top right of the screen in a gold box

Do I get a birthday treat for being a member of Noodles Rewards?

Yes! We love getting to celebrate with you. Depending on your tier you will receive a different birthday treat. Birthday rewards are added to your Noodles Rewards account on your birthday.

Rewards Points

How do I earn points?

Points are added to your account after completing a visit. To earn points through the Noodles Rewards Program you can (1) make a qualifying purchase by ordering online while signed in to your account (2) scan your Noodles Rewards app at the register when ordering or (3) provide the Noodles Ambassador with your phone number associated with your account when placing an order. Some purchases and transactions do not qualify for earning points, including, but not limited to: purchases of Noodles gift cards, alcohol purchases, tips and sales, and other transactional taxes. Points are rounded to the nearest whole point value.

Depending on what tier you are in, you will receive a different number of points per $1 spent: either 8, 10, or 12.

Noodles also offers special promotions and challenges through the Noodles Rewards program that will allow you to earn additional points. These special offers are communicated through our Rewards email list.

For more information, please visit our Rewards Terms & Conditions page.

What can I use my points for?

Points can be used to purchase rewards in your Noodles Rewards account on the Noodles Rewards app or online.

When do my points expire?

Points expire the 1st day of the 7th month after they are earned. If you are subscribed to our Rewards email list, you will receive two emails the month prior to their expiration. When you use points to purchase rewards, your oldest points are used first. Points will not be added back to your account if you do not use a reward before it expires.

Will I lose my tier progress if I use my points?

No, your tier progress is tracked separately in your account, so feel free to spend your points towards tasty rewards.

Why were my points deducted when I didn’t use my reward?

When a reward is purchased, the points are deducted, and the reward is added to your account valid for 60 days. Because the value of the reward remains in your account, the points are not returned to your total.

Why does my Total Earned points not match my Points Balance?

Points are tracked in two separate accounts on the back end of your Rewards account. Spendable Points are the points you see under “Points Balance.” These are the points you can use to purchase rewards in your account. Spendable Points expire the 1st day of the 7th month after they are earned. Every time you receive Spendable Points for completing a purchase, you also receive Qualifying Points. These points track your tier progress and are reflected in your “Total Earned” points section. Qualifying Points expire after you have been in a tier for 1 year.

For more information, please visit our Rewards Terms & Conditions page.

Rewards Redemption

How do I purchase rewards?

First, log-in to your Rewards account and go to your Dashboard. The Dashboard is the screen you see when you click “Home” in the Noodles Rewards app or “My Noodles Rewards” if accessing your account online.

  • Click “Rewards” or ensure it is colored red and underlined
  • Any rewards you have available to use should show at the top of the list
  • Scroll down and you will see rewards with a button to “Spend XXXX Points” underneath
  • Find the reward you would like to purchase and click “Spend XXXX Points”
  • Click “Confirm” on the pop-up window

If the “Spend XXXX Points” box is light red on the reward you would like to purchase, you do not have enough points to purchase that reward.

Once a reward is purchased it will be added to your account to use for 60 days from the date and time of purchase. Because the value of the reward is added to your account at the time of purchase, your points will also be deducted even if you don’t use the reward right away.

You can also purchase rewards during the ordering process from the “My Cart” screen prior to clicking “Checkout.” Use the left and right arrows to scroll through the available rewards and select one to purchase. If you are using the app, you may need to scroll down to see the option to purchase rewards.

How can I use rewards?

Rewards can be redeemed against your order from the “My Cart” screen. You will need to make sure you have a qualifying item in your cart in order to apply the reward successfully. For example, if you would like to use a Free Cookie or Crispy reward, you will need to have a Cookie or Crispy added to your cart for the reward to apply against. If your reward is valid for more than one item, you will need to have both items added to your cart for the reward to apply successfully.

If you are ordering in the restaurant, you can either pull up the reward in your Rewards account for the Noodles Ambassador to scan or provide your phone number to the Noodles Ambassador to pull up your account that way. The Noodles Ambassador will only be able to see purchased rewards and cannot see your points so make sure to purchase any rewards you would like to use prior to placing your order.

Can I redeem more than one reward per visit?

No, you are only able to redeem one Reward per transaction. Rewards cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts.

When do rewards expire?

Rewards you purchase in your account are valid for 60 days from the date and time of purchase.

Any special promotions and offers will have specific expiration times noted depending on the promotion.

How do I opt-in for a challenge?

  • Navigate to your Rewards Dashboard
  • Click “Challenges”
  • Click “Start Challenge”

Make sure to start your challenge before placing an order to ensure you receive credit.

My visit did not track towards my challenge successfully. Why?

Please contact us here.

Rewards Account

My app is not working properly.

If you are still able to get to the menu in the top left corner of your app, please submit your question under “Feedback” If you are not able to get to the menu, please contact us here.

I am not able to sign in to my account on the app or online

How do I change my email address?

I am getting an error message that my phone number is already in use.

Please contact us here with the phone number you are trying to set-up an account with.

Gift Cards

How can I purchase a gift card?

Visit our Gift Cards page and click “Buy Now” to get started. You can also purchase gift cards at any of our restaurant locations near you!

Can I look up my gift card balance online?

Yes, you can check your gift card balance anytime! Visit our Gift Cards page, scroll down and click “Check Your Balance.” Enter your gift card number found on the back of your card to see the current balance.

Running Low? You can refuel at your neighborhood Noodles & Company.

Why is my crave card without an ePin no longer accepted?

To secure the crave card funds of our guests, our online ordering system will no longer accept crave cards that do not contain an ePin.  You will still be able to us these cards for in-restaurant purchases. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to us here.

I am having trouble with my gift card.

Please reach out to us here with a picture of the front and back of the card.

General

What locations accept online orders?

Every Noodles & Company location offers the convenience of ordering ahead either through the Noodles Rewards app or our website.

How do I find a location near me?

Visit our Location Finder to find a list of restaurants near you. We’re opening new restaurants all of the time so check back often!

What hours are Noodles & Company restaurants open?

Hours vary depending on location. Visit our Location Finder page and enter your city, state, or zip code to find a list of restaurants near you, the restaurant hours will be reflected under the restaurant name. To see the full week schedule, click on the restaurant name for more information. For holiday hours, contact your local restaurant directly.

Can my organization place a tax exempt order?

Yes! You can place your order online at Noodles.com/order, through our Noodles App or over the phone. You will be required to pay in-full at the time of the order. To be reimbursed for your tax, please forward your confirmation email, along with a copy of your tax exempt certificate, to [email protected] and your tax will be refunded within 1-3 business days of receipt of your certificate.

In situations where a purchaser claims a sale is exempt from sales tax, Noodles & Company has the right to refuse reimbursement if that sale is inconsistent with the purchaser’s eligibility for the exemption claimed.

Where can I request sponsorships, donations, or to host a fundraiser?

We are very active in our local communities and welcome your ideas and requests. Please visit our Giving Back page.

I have a new location idea...

We love to hear where you think we should open. Please reach out to us here to submit your idea.

How can I become a member of the Noodles & Company team?

We’re always on the lookout for amazing people to join our team. Visit our Careers page to check out our openings.

Have an unanswered question?

Sorry we couldn’t help you out. Please reach out to our team here.

Menu

Where can I find the Noodles & Company menu?

Visit our Menu page to see all of our dishes in our main menu, including or Noodles, Soup, Salads, Shareables, and Desserts. Or you can select a specific location to start an order and view the exact menu and pricing at your favorite location.

Where can I find nutritional information?

Our Nutrition, Allergen & Dietary Lifestyle Calculator has full nutritional information for our dishes. You can also select certain dietary requirements to see what menu items are available or customizable to fit your lifestyle.

Looking for more information? Visit our Eat Well page to learn more about how Noodles & Company's menu can fit your needs.

I have allergies and specific questions regarding your food. Where can I find this information?

For allergen details, visit our Nutrition, Allergen & Dietary Lifestyle Calculator. Here, we indicate what dishes include common allergens (including milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, soy, and wheat). You can also reference a full list of ingredients for any of our menu using our “Ingredient Statement” from our menu. Please note because we offer so many unique flavors, not every ingredient we use is listed in our menu descriptions. We’ll try hard to accommodate your needs, but we can’t guarantee no cross-contact. We always recommend you inform a manager of your allergy every time you dine with us. If you have specific questions, please use our Guest Feedback Form.

I need to avoid gluten. What can I eat?

Visit our Nutrition, Allergen & Dietary Lifestyle Calculator to find what dishes or customizations are made without gluten-containing ingredients. We always do our best to avoid cross contamination but please consider that we do have wheat in our restaurant, and we cannot guarantee it. We always recommend you inform a manager of your needs every time you dine with us.

I'm vegetarian. What menu items can I eat?

We define vegetarian as menu items that don’t contain meat or fish. Most of our dishes are vegetarian unless you add protein, so there are a lot of great choices for you. For convenience, our vegetarian dishes have a V next to them on our menu and nutrition guide.

I'm vegan. What menu items can I eat?

We define vegan* as menu items that don’t contain meat, fish, dairy, eggs, or other animal products. If your definition matches ours, try these menu items:

  • Japanese Pan Noodles
  • Spaghetti with Marinara without the cheese
  • Spicy Korean Noodles without the beef
  • Med Salad without the Chicken or Feta cheese

Click here for more information.

*Our dishes may contain sugar and/or wine. For a full list of ingredients, please review our “Ingredient Statement”

Franchising

I want to open a franchise. How do I get started?

Please visit our Franchising site to get started.

Can I franchise a single Noodles & Company restaurant?

No. Currently we are looking for Franchise Area Operators able to develop three or more restaurants.

What are the current qualifications for franchising with Noodles & Company?

Please visit our criteria page for more information.

Can you send me financial information such as typical profits, sales, ROI amounts, etc. for a Noodles & Company restaurant?

Yes. We have a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) that contains important financial information about our company and restaurants. We furnish a copy of the FDD to qualified candidates as part of our process.

I have a great real estate site for a Noodles & Company restaurant but I don't meet your franchise criteria. Who should I contact?

For individual real estate considerations, please reach out to our team here.

I live outside the U.S. and I'm interested in bringing Noodles & Company to my country. Are there international opportunities?

Because we are in the beginning stages of franchising, we are focusing our efforts in larger domestic markets at this time. We are not exploring growth opportunities outside the U.S. at present.

Foundation

What is the mission of the Noodles & Company Foundation?

The Noodles & Company Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity that supports Noodles & Company team members by providing cash grants to assist in handling financial challenges brought on by catastrophic events or emergency hardships.

Who is eligible for financial assistance through the Noodles & Company Foundation?

An actively employed Noodles & Company team member as of the hardship event date, or the parent/spouse/domestic partner/child of the Noodles & Company team member. Visit our Foundation page to learn more.

How can I apply for assistance through the Noodles & Company Foundation?

An electronic application can be found by visiting noodles.com/foundation. The form must be completed in entirety and supporting documentation must be attached to accompany the application. The Noodles & Company Selection Committee will review all requests within 14 days of submission. Time sensitive requests will be reviewed as soon as possible. Nontaxable funds are distributed by check directly to the creditor whenever possible.

What types of events qualify to receive funds from the Noodles & Company foundation?

Team Members must experience an unavoidable catastrophic event/emergency that is:

  • Identifiable: the event or hardship must be described in detail in the application.
  • Damaging to property/person: a loss of life, health or property;
  • Sudden: the event or hardship must be swift and precipitous, not gradual or progressive
  • Unexpected: the event or hardship must be unanticipated, unforeseen, unintended or unplanned, an ordinary, anticipated event caused by deliberate intent will not qualify; and
  • Unusual: the event or hardship must be noticeably different from what is generally found or experienced, it cannot normally occur in the ordinary course of day-to-day living.
  • If the team member is insured, insurance benefits should either be unavailable or inadequate.

 

Examples of Qualifying Events:

  • Unusual medical/dental expenses caused by a severe illness/ accident (including travel expenses);
  • Property casualty loss of home or contents due to a catastrophic event (e.g. fire, crime or flood) that is not covered by insurance;
  • Unusual expense for the care and training of a handicapped dependent;
  • Insurmountable indebtedness occurring for reasons beyond the individual’s control;
  • Expenses due to the death of a Noodles team member or a member of a Noodles team member’s immediate family (defined as spouse, domestic partner, child; or a relative that the team member provided more than half of their financial support and vice versa)
  • Emergency housing expenses to prevent or immediately following eviction.
  • Expenses due to unforeseen loss or damage to mode of transportation that prevents Noodles team member from working (e.g. fire, accident, theft or need for unanticipated repairs).
  • Lack the necessities of life, including financial, physical, mental, or emotional well-being, as a result of the catastrophic event or emergency hardship described above.

 

For more information, visit our Foundation page.

Who provides the funding to the Noodles & Company Foundation?

Noodles & Company team members from across the country donate to the Noodles & Company Foundation as do others from the community who share a passion for improving the well-being of our team members.

Who reviews the applications submitted for assistance from the Noodles & Company Foundation?

Applications will be approved or rejected by the Noodles & Company Foundation Selection Committee that will consist of at least five Noodles & Company team members, including at least one general manager and one corporate support team member, selected and approved by the Foundation’s Board of Directors.