Why is Cabarrus County attractive for a Nash & Smashed franchise?

Concord pairs destination tourism traffic at I-85 Exit 49 with rapid permanent residential growth in West Concord, Harrisburg and Kannapolis, while benefiting from our Charlotte-metro brand presence in nearby Rock Hill.

Does corporate assist with lease review and buildout around Concord Mills?

Yes. Our 12 corporate support commitments include real estate site evaluation, lease guidance, architectural layout templates and hands-on pre-opening training.

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.

Open a Nash & Smashed in Concord, NC

Capture Cabarrus County's I-85 retail powerhouse — bringing Nashville-style sandwiches, fried chicken, smashed burgers, mocktails and cakes to Concord Mills, George Liles Parkway, US-29 and Harrisburg.

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Concord sits on the high-growth northeast flank of Greater Charlotte along I-85, combining millions of annual shoppers and motorsports fans around Concord Mills, Charlotte Motor Speedway and Great Wolf Lodge with surging suburban family neighborhoods across Cabarrus County, Kannapolis and Harrisburg.

Alongside Atrium Health Cabarrus, Eli Lilly's major manufacturing investment and commuter proximity to UNC Charlotte down US-29 and NC-49, Concord offers exceptional seven-day volume for 1,600+ sq ft inline and endcap restaurants serving fried chicken, smashed burgers, mocktails and cakes.

North Carolina's top visitor attraction meets booming I-85 Charlotte suburbs

Concord Mills Boulevard / Bruton Smith Blvd (I-85 Exit 49): One of the Southeast's busiest retail, hotel and entertainment interchanges adjacent to Charlotte Motor Speedway.
George W. Liles Parkway & Kannapolis Parkway (I-85 Exits 52–54): Afton Ridge and surrounding grocery-anchored centers serving West Concord and Kannapolis commuter households.
Concord Parkway (US-29) & Atrium Health Cabarrus Corridor: Central commercial artery with steady healthcare workforce lunches and established neighborhood retail strips.
Downtown Union Street & NC-49 Harrisburg Corridor: Revitalized walkable downtown Concord plus affluent Harrisburg family plazas minutes from UNC Charlotte.

Open a Nash & Smashed in Concord, NC

North Carolina's top visitor attraction meets booming I-85 Charlotte suburbs

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