Can a Jackson franchise inquiry include Ridgeland, Madison and Flowood?

Yes. Qualified operators can evaluate single-unit sites or multi-unit territory plans spanning Hinds, Madison and Rankin counties across the Greater Jackson metro.

What corporate support is included with a Nash & Smashed franchise?

Every franchisee completes 40 hours of classroom and in-restaurant training and receives 12 corporate support commitments covering site selection, buildout, suppliers and grand-opening marketing.

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 Jackson, MS

Anchor Central Mississippi's capital metro — from Fondren and UMMC along I-55 to Ridgeland, Madison and Flowood's Lakeland Drive — with fried chicken, smashed burgers, mocktails and cakes.

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Greater Jackson serves as Mississippi's state capital and largest medical, university and retail center across Hinds, Madison and Rankin counties. In central Jackson, the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC), adjacent hospitals, Belhaven, Millsaps and Jackson State University generate concentrated daytime healthcare and student dining volume, especially through the walkable Fondren District and Highland Village.

Surrounding suburban arteries — including I-55 North through County Line Road, Renaissance at Colony Park in Ridgeland and Highway 463 in Madison, plus Lakeland Drive (MS-25) / Dogwood Festival Market in Flowood — deliver high-visibility 1,600+ sq ft inline and endcap retail centers.

I-55 Medical Corridor and Tri-County suburban retail across Metro Jackson

Fondren District, UMMC Medical Complex & Highland Village (I-55 Central): Mississippi's largest healthcare/academic campus paired with walkable dining blocks and upscale infill retail.
Ridgeland & Madison (County Line Rd, Colony Park & Hwy 463 / I-55 North): Affluent Madison County lifestyle centers, corporate office parks and family shopping plazas.
Flowood & Brandon (Lakeland Drive / MS-25 & Dogwood Festival Market): High-traffic Rankin County power-center corridor serving Ross Barnett Reservoir families and JAN airport commuters.

Bring Nash & Smashed to Jackson, MS

I-55 Medical Corridor and Tri-County suburban retail across Metro Jackson

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