What makes Scottsdale a strong fit for Nash & Smashed?

Scottsdale combines massive daytime office density around the Airpark with destination tourism in Old Town and high-income residential neighborhoods along Shea Boulevard and Loop 101, driving strong lunch, dinner and delivery volume.

Do I need prior restaurant experience to open in Scottsdale, AZ?

No prior restaurant background is required. Corporate provides 40 hours of structured training (6 classroom + 34 on-the-job) plus site selection, kitchen layout and grand-opening marketing support.

What makes Nash & Smashed different from other fast-casual concepts?

Nash & Smashed stands out from other fast-casual concepts by seamlessly combining Nashville-Style Sandwiches, Fried Chicken, and Smashed Burgers in a unique, customizable menu format. The commitment to using high-quality ingredients sets the brand apart, ensuring exceptional quality in every dish. Additionally, the array of signature sauces enhances the flavor experience, allowing guests to tailor their meals to suit individual tastes. A strong focus on community engagement further distinguishes Nash & Smashed, as it actively supports local initiatives and fosters connections within the neighborhoods it serves.

What is the typical timeline from signing to opening a location?

The average timeline from signing a franchise agreement to the opening day is around 6-9 months. However, it's important to note that this process can take up to 6-8 months after site selection due to factors such as lease negotiations, permitting, construction, and training schedules.

Do I need restaurant experience to be a franchise owner?

While restaurant experience is beneficial, it's not required. We're looking for passionate entrepreneurs with strong business acumen, leadership skills, and dedication to customer service. Our comprehensive training program will teach you all aspects of operating a Nash & Smashed restaurant.

What store formats and space requirements does Nash & Smashed offer?

Franchise partners can apply for three distinct operating formats: a Full Restaurant, an Express Unit, or a Food Truck. Full inline and endcap restaurant locations require a minimum footprint of 1,600 square feet, while Express Units are engineered for compact urban storefronts, college corridors, and high-foot-traffic retail centers.

What training and corporate support do franchise owners receive?

Every franchise owner completes 40 hours of structured training — 6 hours in the classroom and 34 hours on the job — covering kitchen execution, inventory systems, staffing, and day-to-day leadership. Beyond initial training, our corporate team delivers 12 pre-opening and post-opening support commitments spanning site selection, architectural layout, vendor onboarding, grand-opening marketing, and ongoing field operations.

How do I receive investment details and explore financing options?

Complete startup costs, fee structures, and itemized investment tables are provided in our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and franchise brochure after you submit an initial inquiry. Prospective franchise owners commonly explore SBA 7(a) loans, Rollovers as Business Startups (ROBS 401(k) rollovers), and Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOC) with their financial advisors.

Where does Nash & Smashed currently operate and where can I open a location?

Nash & Smashed serves guests across Virginia, Maryland, Washington, D.C., North Carolina, South Carolina, New York, and Canberra, Australia, with active franchise expansion across the East Coast and adjacent metropolitan corridors.

Bring Nash & Smashed to Scottsdale, AZ

Establish a standout fast-casual restaurant along Loop 101, Scottsdale Road and Shea Boulevard — serving Scottsdale Quarter, Kierland, the Airpark and Old Town with five distinct revenue lines under one roof.

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Scottsdale blends one of the Southwest's largest suburban employment centers around the Scottsdale Airpark with destination shopping at Scottsdale Quarter, Kierland Commons and Fashion Square. Daily traffic along Loop 101 (Pima Freeway), Scottsdale Road, Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard and Camelback Road supports elevated fast-casual concepts that deliver bold flavor and polished presentation.

With hand-breaded fried chicken, hand-smashed burgers, Nashville-style sandwiches, craft mocktails and indulgent cakes prepared to order, Nash & Smashed captures corporate Airpark lunches, McCormick Ranch and Gainey Ranch family dinners, and Old Town evening traffic from a streamlined 1,600+ sq ft footprint or compact Express Unit.

Affluent retail corridors from Old Town to Scottsdale Quarter and Loop 101

Scottsdale Quarter, Kierland & Airpark (Scottsdale Rd & Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd): Dense corporate offices, open-air lifestyle retail and affluent North Scottsdale residential enclaves.
Old Town Scottsdale, Camelback Road & Fashion Square: Year-round resort hospitality, gallery walk foot traffic and vibrant evening dining demand.
Shea Boulevard Corridor, McCormick Ranch & Gainey Ranch: HonorHealth medical campuses and neighborhood shopping centers serving central Scottsdale families.
Loop 101 & Talking Stick / Indian Bend Entertainment Corridor: Spring training stadiums, family attractions and high-visibility highway retail pads.

Bring Nash & Smashed to Scottsdale, AZ

Affluent retail corridors from Old Town to Scottsdale Quarter and Loop 101

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