Should a Greater Burlington franchisee look downtown or in South Burlington / Williston?

Both work well depending on format: Church Street and Main Street excel for pedestrian Express or urban inline stores serving UVM and tourists, while Williston Road (US-2) and Shelburne Road (US-7) fit 1,600+ sq ft shopping-center restaurants with parking.

Is Vermont open for Nash & Smashed franchise inquiries right now?

Yes. Vermont is not a held registration state, so Chittenden County applicants can request the FDD and discuss territory availability immediately.

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 Burlington, VT

Establish Vermont's flagship Nash & Smashed in Greater Burlington — spanning Church Street Marketplace, the University of Vermont, Williston Road (US-2) and Shelburne Road (US-7).

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Greater Burlington and Chittenden County represent Vermont's economic, higher-education and retail engine along I-89 and Lake Champlain. More than 16,000 students at the University of Vermont (UVM), Champlain College and nearby Saint Michael's College combine with UVM Medical Center — Vermont's largest employer — and four-season foliage, lakefront and Green Mountain ski visitors to keep Church Street Marketplace and Main Street packed.

Just off I-89 Exits 12–14, Williston Road (US-2) through South Burlington to Maple Tree Place in Williston and Shelburne Road (US-7 South) concentrate virtually all of Northern Vermont's national shopping plazas, offering prime 1,600+ sq ft inline spaces with zero comparable Nashville-chicken and smashed-burger competition.

Chittenden County's college, medical and four-season Lake Champlain hub

Church Street Marketplace, Main Street & UVM / Champlain Hilltop: Iconic pedestrian brick marketplace, Lake Champlain waterfront visitors and dense student/hospital traffic.
Williston Road (US-2), Dorset Street & Maple Tree Place (I-89 Exits 12 & 14): Northern Vermont's #1 regional shopping, hotel and airport corridor across South Burlington and Williston.
Shelburne Road (US-7 South) & Pine Street South End Innovation District: Affluent commuter grocery plazas on US-7 paired with South End tech offices, arts studios and breweries.

Bring Nash & Smashed to Burlington, VT

Chittenden County's college, medical and four-season Lake Champlain hub

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