Are both urban Express Units and suburban Full Restaurants available in Miami?

Yes. Miami franchisees can match format to real estate — deploying compact Express Units in walkable Brickell or Wynwood corridors and 1,600+ sq ft Full Restaurants across Kendall, Flagler and Biscayne shopping plazas.

Can qualified investor groups secure multi-unit Miami-Dade territories?

Yes. Single-unit and multi-unit territory schedules across Miami-Dade County are open for discussion after you request and review the FDD.

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.

Own a Nash & Smashed in Miami, FL

Launch a high-energy South Florida fast-casual flagship across Brickell, Wynwood, Midtown, Coral Way, FIU/Sweetwater and Kendall — serving five revenue lines with 40 hours of training.

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Miami operates on a 12-month hospitality, finance and university clock where late-evening takeout, bold spice profiles and refreshing zero-proof Mojitos and hand-spun shakes fit local dining culture naturally. In the urban core — spanning Brickell, Downtown/Miami Worldcenter, Wynwood, Midtown/Design District and Biscayne Boulevard — high-rise residents, office teams and global tourists create nonstop daytime and post-dinner order volume.

West and south along Dolphin Expressway (SR-836), Palmetto Expressway (SR-826), Tamiami Trail (SW 8th Street) near Florida International University and Kendall Drive (SW 88th Street) / US-1 around Dadeland, dense Miami-Dade shopping centers provide prime 1,600+ sq ft inline and endcap bays with intense delivery density.

Year-round urban density, late-evening culture and Kendall suburban power in Miami

Brickell, Downtown / Miami Worldcenter, Wynwood & Midtown (I-95 / Biscayne): High-rise residential towers, financial headquarters and arts-district pedestrian corridors suited for Express Units and 1,600 sq ft storefronts.
Kendall Drive (SW 88th St), Dadeland, Sunset & US-1 South Dixie Highway: Powerhouse suburban shopping centers, Baptist Health medical campuses and Metrorail commuter hubs.
FIU Campus Corridor, Flagler Street, Coral Way & Blue Lagoon (SR-826 & SR-836): 50,000+ university student body, airport corporate parks and dense West Miami-Dade family neighborhoods.

Own a Nash & Smashed in Miami, FL

Year-round urban density, late-evening culture and Kendall suburban power in Miami

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