Captain D’s Franchise Opportunity | Your Ship Has Come In

A New Horizon. A New Direction.

Seize the day by investing in Captain D’s fresh seafood opportunities. With flexible real estate options, a high-quality menu, and continuous innovation to meet customer demand, Captain D’s proven franchise is a winning QSR concept to add to your portfolio.

We’re in a Category of One

Complement your portfolio with the leading fast-casual seafood franchise.

Take the Helm and Own Your Market

Abundant opportunity to grow with wide-open territories across the country.

Casual Dining Food Quality at a QSR Price Point

Fresh-grilled options, three dayparts, and omnichannel options that drive revenue.

Market-Smart Real Estate Opportunities

Whether converting an existing restaurant or building a new one, our flexible prototypes offer drive-thru and dine-in options.

$1.280M AUV* and 34% EBITDAR^†

As an $870 billion industry, seafood continues to be a smart, stable investment.

530+ Restaurants with 50% Corporate-Owned

We diligently test new technology innovations before approving them for your restaurant.

Why Franchisees Join Our Fleet

I knew that Captain D’s was the perfect brand to help me meet my franchise development goals, but it has continued to exceed my expectations with its industry leadership and ongoing support. It has been a pleasure to grow alongside the brand.

Sajib Singha

Multi-Unit Franchise Owner

The biggest thing that sets us apart is that we’re in a category of one. Nobody else in the fast-casual space is doing the same thing, and that’s really unique as a brand.

Jim McClure

Multi-Unit Franchise Owner

Quality seafood at a QSR price point plus family and value meals, you can’t get that with any other franchise. We’re #1 in the seafood category, and I think that’s all you need to know.

Jimmy Jamshed

Multi-Unit Franchise Owner

An Incentive You Won’t Want to Miss

We’re committed to helping you grow as a Captain D’s Franchise Owner. That’s why we offer Franchise Owners 0% royalties for the first 12 months for locations that open 60 days or more ahead of schedule. This incentive lets Franchise Owners focus on what’s important; gaining control of the market and expanding their reach, while recouping investment costs faster. There has never been a better time to invest in Captain D’s than now.

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In 2022, Captain D’s Remains a Top Restaurant Franchise

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Set Sail On A New Adventure With Captain D’s

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*AUV of the Top 1/3 company Locations as reported in item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). There is no guarantee you will make as much.

**According to the 2021 FDD the Development Incentive Program offer depends on the opening date of a restaurant. The royalty fee will equal the following amounts: (1) For restaurants opened at least 60 days prior to the scheduled opening date, we will not charge a royalty fee for the first 12 months after the opening date of the restaurant. (2) For restaurants opened at least 30 days prior to the scheduled opening date, we will not charge a royalty fee for the first nine months after the opening date of the restaurant. (3) For restaurants opened no more than 90 days after the scheduled opening date, we will not charge a royalty fee for the first six months after the opening date of the restaurant. (4) For restaurants opened no more than 150 days after the scheduled opening date, we will not charge a royalty fee for the first three months after the opening date of the restaurant. (5) For restaurants opened more than 150 days after the scheduled opening date, we will begin charging a royalty fee on the opening date of the restaurant.

† The average unit volume and EBITDAR amounts are for company restaurants open at least one full year as of the 2021 fiscal year-end. The company EBITDAR does not include a 4.5% royalty fee paid by franchisees, which would reduce the EBITDAR to $379,432.

This is not an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a franchise. The offer of a Captain D’s franchise may take place only through the delivery of a current Captain D’s Franchise Disclosure Document or prospectus.

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A New Horizon. A New Direction.

We’re in a Category of One

Take the Helm and Own Your Market

Casual Dining Food Quality at a QSR Price Point

Market-Smart Real Estate Opportunities

$1.280M AUV* and 34% EBITDAR†

530+ Restaurants with 50% Corporate-Owned

Why Franchisees Join Our Fleet

An Incentive You Won’t Want to Miss

Catch Up On Captain D’s

Captain D’s Has a Bright Future in Memphis With QSR Franchise Owner Joe Springer

Captain D’s Franchise Owner Anil Dossani is Making Waves

In 2022, Captain D’s Remains a Top Restaurant Franchise

Chart Your New Course

Set Sail On A New Adventure With Captain D’s

$1.280M AUV* and 34% EBITDAR^†