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Why us

Top-tier seafood.
QSR prices. Unmatched leadership.

Captain D’s does more than stand out. We stand at the top. As the nation’s leading fast-casual seafood franchise, we offer tasty alternatives to burgers and pizza — serving high-quality seafood along with chicken options that keep guests coming back for more.

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The world’s best, leading the rest

#1 in Category - Entrepreneur Franchise 500 2025, 2025, 2023
2023 Entrepreneur Franchise 500 #1 in Category
2022 Entrepreneur Franchise 500 #1 in Category
2021 Entrepreneur Top Food Franchise #1 in Category
2021 Franchise Direct Top 100
2021 Entrepreneur Franchise 500
2020 Franchise Times Top 200

We’re in a category of one

Right now is the right time to invest in Captain D’s franchise business.
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$870 billion industry and growing

People are consuming much more fish than in previous decades, with an average worldwide per capita consumption of 43 lbs/yr according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

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Streamlined supply chain

Our buying process has enabled us to provide consistent, affordable, and high-quality seafood. We continuously monitor supplies to ensure quality and value for our guests and Franchise Owners.

Captain D's menu items

Only the best menu items

Thanks to the versatility of our product, we are able to keep our menu interesting and in line with consumer preferences without adding kitchen complexity or cost for Franchise Owners.

With no direct competition, Captain D’s is the only fish in the sea

Hear from Franchise Owners on the benefits of no competition

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Paving your way to the top

From site selection and prototype options to ongoing training and marketing support, we give you all the tools you need to become a Franchise Owner with Captain D’s and thrive.
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Restaurant operators on training team
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Grand opening training hours
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A strong support system can ride almost any wave

Hear from Brad Reed, our Chief Development Officer, on how Captain D’s Franchise Owners benefit from our support system.

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Finding a top spot

Not every market is the same, so not every restaurant should be the same either. Between our market-smart prototypes and our conversion expertise, opening your new restaurant franchise is franchising made easy.