Are multi-unit territories available across Douglas and Sarpy counties?

Yes. Greater Omaha is wide open for single-unit and multi-unit development across Midtown/Aksarben, West Omaha, Elkhorn, Papillion, La Vista, Bellevue and Gretna.

What training and corporate support come with an Omaha franchise?

Every franchisee completes 40 hours of training (6 classroom + 34 on-the-job hours) backed by 12 corporate support commitments covering site review, buildout and launch 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 Omaha, NE

Expand into Nebraska's largest metro — from Aksarben Village, Blackstone/Midtown and Old Market to West Dodge Road, Village Pointe and Papillion/Gretna — serving five craveable revenue lines.

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Omaha punches far above its weight with Fortune 500 corporate headquarters (Berkshire Hathaway, Union Pacific, Mutual of Omaha, Kiewit), University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) and steady student density around UNO at Aksarben Village and Creighton University near Downtown / Old Market. Five revenue lines — Nashville-style sandwiches, fried chicken, smashed burgers, mocktails and cakes — drive all-day office, hospital and family check averages.

West along the Dodge Street / US-6 corridor through Regency, 120th–144th Street and Village Pointe (168th–180th St), and south into booming Sarpy County across La Vista, Papillion and Gretna along I-80 and NE-370, franchisees can secure premier 1,600+ sq ft inline and endcap locations.

Dodge Street corporate spine, UNO/Creighton campuses and booming West Omaha & Sarpy suburbs

West Omaha: West Dodge Road, Regency, 144th St & Village Pointe (168th–180th): Affluent family shopping plazas, corporate parks and lifestyle retail across western Douglas County.
Aksarben Village / UNO, Midtown Crossing & Blackstone / UNMC: Walkable mixed-use tech/university district paired with Nebraska's largest medical campus and apartment corridors.
Old Market, Capitol District, North Downtown & Creighton University: High-foot-traffic arena, convention, College World Series (Charles Schwab Field) and student dining blocks.
Sarpy County: Papillion, La Vista (Southport), Bellevue & Gretna (I-80 / NE-370): Nebraska's fastest-growing family suburbs and Offutt Air Force Base commuter plazas.

Bring Nash & Smashed to Omaha, NE

Dodge Street corporate spine, UNO/Creighton campuses and booming West Omaha & Sarpy suburbs

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