Are Treasure Valley territories open for multi-unit development in Idaho?

Yes. Because Boise, Meridian, Eagle and Nampa sit side by side along I-84, an early Idaho franchise partner can structure a multi-unit territory covering the broader Treasure Valley.

What support does corporate provide during Idaho site selection and buildout?

Our 12 corporate support commitments include pre-opening assistance with site selection, contractor negotiations, equipment purchasing, hiring and retention, community marketing, go-to-market advertising and bookkeeping, followed by 5 post-opening operational pillars.

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 Idaho

Capture booming Treasure Valley and regional Idaho growth with Nashville-style sandwiches, fried chicken, smashed burgers, mocktails and cakes — backed by 40 hours of training and 12 corporate support commitments.

National franchise overview

Idaho's Treasure Valley — anchored by Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Nampa and Caldwell along I-84 — has spent the past decade among the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the Mountain West, drawing young families, semiconductor and tech employers, and Boise State students eager for fresh dining concepts. Combined with Eastern Idaho's I-15 hubs in Idaho Falls and Pocatello and northern resort-and-commuter traffic in Coeur d'Alene, our five revenue lines — Nashville-style sandwiches, fried chicken, smashed burgers, mocktails and cakes — bring distinctive Southern flavor to an underserved fast-casual landscape.

New retail shopping centers along Eagle Road, Chinden Boulevard and Garrity Boulevard align seamlessly with our 1,600 sq ft minimum Full Restaurant layout, while downtown Boise and campus corridors fit Express Units and Food Trucks. Every Idaho franchise partner receives 40 hours of training and 12 corporate support commitments from site selection through post-opening expansion.

Fast-growing family and university corridors along I-84, I-15 and US-95

Boise Core, Boise State & Bench Corridors: Downtown 8th Street, Broadway Avenue near Boise State University and dense neighborhood shopping plazas along Vista and Milwaukee.
Meridian & Eagle Road (ID-55) Retail Spine: Idaho's highest-volume suburban retail arterial around The Village at Meridian, Ten Mile Crossing and affluent Eagle family communities.
Canyon County Growth Belt (Nampa & Caldwell): Rapidly expanding residential neighborhoods and Treasure Valley Marketplace shopping centers along I-84 and Karcher Road.
Idaho Falls, Pocatello & Coeur d'Alene Hubs: Hitt Road / 25th East retail in Idaho Falls, Idaho State University in Pocatello and year-round US-95 commercial growth in Coeur d'Alene.

Own a Nash & Smashed in Idaho

Fast-growing family and university corridors along I-84, I-15 and US-95

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