BAD BRGR To Open New Locations In Rochester And Nashua

The fresh smash burger chain is expanding with live music, free games, and an in-house candy store.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 11:36pm

BAD BRGR, a popular burger restaurant with two existing locations in Manchester, New Hampshire, is set to open new outposts in Rochester and Nashua in 2026. The new restaurants will feature the chain's signature smash burgers made with fresh, organic ingredients, as well as live music, free video games and skee ball, and an in-house candy store for a unique dining experience.

Why it matters

The expansion of BAD BRGR into Rochester and Nashua marks the continued growth of the fresh, high-quality burger trend in New Hampshire, providing residents of those cities with a new dining option that aims to offer a fun, elevated burger experience beyond typical fast food.

The details

BAD BRGR is known for its smash burgers made with fresh, organic ingredients. The new locations in Rochester and Nashua will feature a stage for live music performances, free video games and skee ball, and an in-house candy store, creating a unique and entertaining dining atmosphere. The pricing at BAD BRGR is positioned between fast food chains and higher-end burger restaurants.

  • The Rochester, NH location is set to open on April 11, 2026.
  • The Nashua, NH location is expected to open sometime in June 2026.

The players

BAD BRGR

A burger restaurant chain that currently has two locations in Manchester, New Hampshire and is expanding to Rochester and Nashua in 2026.

Justin

The owner of BAD BRGR, who has emphasized the use of fresh, organic ingredients and a focus on customer service.

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What they’re saying

“We use fresh organic ingredients each day. Our burgers are bad ass smash burgers and made fresh!”

— Justin, Owner

“Our menu pricing is on par with a five guys or shake shack. We are not to be confused with McDonald's or other fast food joints as our prices are higher, our food quality is superior and everything is made to order!”

— Justin, Owner

What’s next

The new BAD BRGR locations in Rochester and Nashua are expected to open in the coming months, providing residents of those cities with a new dining option focused on fresh, high-quality burgers and an entertaining atmosphere.

The takeaway

The expansion of BAD BRGR into Rochester and Nashua demonstrates the growing demand for elevated, experience-driven burger restaurants in New Hampshire, moving beyond traditional fast food chains and offering customers a unique dining experience.