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Document and Entity Information
9 Months Ended
Oct. 01, 2013
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]  
Entity Registrant Name NOODLES & Co
Entity Central Index Key 0001275158
Current Fiscal Year End Date --12-31
Entity Filer Category Non-accelerated Filer
Document Type S-1
Document Period End Date Oct. 01, 2013
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