Where in Marietta and Cobb County can I develop a Nash & Smashed?

High-priority Marietta submarkets include East Cobb along Roswell Road and Johnson Ferry, Cobb Parkway near KSU's Marietta campus, Windy Hill / Powers Ferry and West Cobb along Dallas Highway.

How long does it typically take to open a Marietta franchise after signing?

On average, franchisees open within 6 to 9 months of signing, depending on permitting, second-generation hood availability and contractor schedules in Cobb County.

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 Marietta, GA

Build in the heart of Cobb County along I-75 and Cobb Parkway — bringing Nashville-style sandwiches, fried chicken, smashed burgers, mocktails and cakes to East Cobb, Marietta Square, Barrett Parkway and KSU's Marietta campus.

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As the seat of Cobb County along I-75 and US-41 (Cobb Parkway), Marietta blends major daytime employment around Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, Lockheed Martin and Dobbins Air Reserve Base with engineering students at Kennesaw State University's Marietta campus and affluent family neighborhoods across East and West Cobb.

That diverse customer base fuels all-day demand for cooked-to-order fried chicken, Oklahoma Smashed burgers, Nashville-style sandwiches, mojitos, hand-spun shakes and cakes. Whether you target a 1,600+ sq ft grocery-anchored strip center in East Cobb or an Express Unit near campus and Marietta Square, our team guides layout, equipment, training and launch.

Cobb County's I-75 commuter, university and suburban family hub

East Cobb (Roswell Road / SR-120, Johnson Ferry & Sandy Plains): High-income family shopping centers such as Merchant's Walk and Avenue East Cobb with strong dinner and takeout volume.
Cobb Parkway (US-41) & South Marietta / KSU Campus Corridor: Heavy commuter traffic linking Kennesaw State's Marietta campus, Powers Ferry and Windy Hill near the Cumberland stadium district.
Historic Marietta Square, Cherokee Street & Kennestone Medical District: Year-round civic events, courthouse offices and Wellstar Kennestone healthcare staff driving steady lunch and evening orders.
Barrett Parkway & Dallas Highway (SR-120 West): Regional power-center retail and expanding West Cobb residential communities heading toward Kennesaw mountain.

Bring Nash & Smashed to Marietta, GA

Cobb County's I-75 commuter, university and suburban family hub

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