Which Shelby County neighborhoods are available for Memphis franchisees?

Available Memphis-area trade areas include Midtown, the University District, East Memphis, Cordova, Bartlett, Germantown and Collierville, and our team reviews exact territory boundaries during qualification.

Is restaurant experience required to own a Nash & Smashed in Memphis?

No. Our system is engineered for both first-time owner-operators and experienced multi-unit investors, with 40 hours of training and 12 corporate support commitments.

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 Memphis, TN

Grow across Shelby County and the Mid-South — from Midtown, the University District and Poplar Avenue to Cordova, Germantown and Collierville — with 40 hours of training and full launch support.

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Memphis commands the Mid-South economy with global logistics and aviation hubs led by FedEx, St. Jude and Baptist Memorial healthcare campuses in the Medical District, and strong university foot traffic around the University of Memphis Highland Strip and Rhodes College. Fast-casual concepts offering bold flavor and generous variety thrive across weekday workforce lunches and family takeout.

Along the Poplar Avenue commercial spine through East Memphis, Germantown and Collierville (Carriage Crossing / TN-385), as well as Wolfchase Galleria and Germantown Parkway in Cordova and Bartlett, operators will find high-visibility 1,600+ sq ft inline and endcap retail centers ready for immediate market entry.

High-volume Mid-South arteries along Poplar Avenue, I-240 and US-64

East Memphis, Poplar Avenue & Ridgeway / Paradiso Corporate Hub: Shelby County's premier daytime office, banking and upscale shopping corridor along I-240 and Poplar Avenue.
Cordova, Bartlett & Wolfchase (Germantown Parkway / US-64 / I-40): Regional power-center retail strip with massive weekend family traffic and dense residential subdivisions.
Midtown, Overton Square, Crosstown & University of Memphis Highland Strip: Walkable dining districts, hospital workers and college students driving dine-in and late-evening delivery volume.
Germantown & Collierville (Poplar Ave East & TN-385 / Carriage Crossing): High-income family suburbs in eastern Shelby County ideal for 1,600+ sq ft endcap and inline units.

Bring Nash & Smashed to Memphis, TN

High-volume Mid-South arteries along Poplar Avenue, I-240 and US-64

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