Noodles & Company, the quick-casual, globally inspired noodle restaurant that serves a balanced menu of freshly sautéed Asian, Mediterranean, and American cuisine, will open its second Alexandria restaurant and 13th location in Virginia on Friday, April 3 at 11 a.m. The restaurant is located at 7702 Richmond Highway in Mt. Vernon Plaza.

As part of its grand opening celebration, Noodles & Company will host a pre-opening fundraiser on Thursday, April 2 to benefit West Potomac High School (www.fcps.edu/WestPotomacHS). West Potomac High School’s mission is to educate students for lifelong productive participation in a democratic society.

From 5 to 8 p.m., 100 percent of sales will be used to support two major West Potomac High School projects: an instructional Leadership Conference program and a beautification project for the school.

“We’re excited about our growth as a company nationwide and in Virginia,” says Kevin Reddy, CEO and chairman of Noodles & Company. “It’s a priority for us to give back to our local communities, and we are pleased to be able to support West Potomac High School through our grand opening activities.”

Noodles & Company is a tip-free zone and is open Sunday through Wednesday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Convenient carry-out, phone-in or fax-in orders also are available. Guests may reach the new Noodles & Company by calling 703-718-2126 or faxing 703-718-2128.