Which Spartanburg County corridors are seeing the fastest retail growth?

Westside plazas around W.O. Ezell Boulevard and Reidville Road, Highway 290 toward Duncan, Boiling Springs along SC-9 and revitalized Downtown Spartanburg lead local dining expansion.

Can an operator combine Spartanburg and Greenville in a multi-unit plan?

Yes. Qualified multi-unit candidates frequently evaluate adjacent I-85 Upstate trade areas spanning Spartanburg, Duncan/Greer and Greenville.

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 Spartanburg, SC

Build at the Upstate crossroads of I-85 and I-26 — serving automotive and logistics workforces, seven local colleges and booming Boiling Springs and Reidville Road suburbs.

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Sitting at the strategic intersection of I-85 and I-26 just southwest of our operating Rock Hill market, Spartanburg combines major global manufacturing and logistics employers — led by BMW's Spartanburg County plant, Milliken and Spartanburg Regional Healthcare — with a concentrated college population across Wofford College, Converse University and USC Upstate.

Surging residential subdivisions along Reidville Road (SC-296), Highway 290 in Duncan/Moore and Boiling Springs Road (SC-9) have created strong demand for modern fast-casual dining. Nash & Smashed delivers five revenue lines in an efficient 1,600+ sq ft footprint.

Manufacturing power, college-town density and I-85 / I-26 commuter growth

WestGate, W.O. Ezell Boulevard (US-29) & Blackstock Road: Spartanburg's primary westside regional shopping hub right off I-26 and I-85 Business with proven national retail co-tenancy.
Reidville Road (SC-296) & Highway 290 (Duncan / Moore): Fast-growing residential and industrial corridor linking West Spartanburg with BMW and Inland Port commuters.
Downtown Morgan Square, East Main (Hillcrest) & College Campuses: Walkable downtown ballpark district, Wofford and Converse campuses, and established Eastside family shopping plazas.
Boiling Springs Road (SC-9 North) & USC Upstate Corridor: Dense suburban family growth and university commuter traffic north of I-85 Business.

Open a Nash & Smashed in Spartanburg, SC

Manufacturing power, college-town density and I-85 / I-26 commuter growth

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