Captain D's Seafood Franchise

Quick-service seafood restaurant/drive-thru

The first Captain D's opened in Donelson, TN in 1969. It was then called Mr. D's. And the big idea behind it was to serve high quality, quick-service seafood. Over 30 years later this big idea, now Captain D's, has grown to almost 600 restaurants in 23 states. Our menu offers a wide variety of fried, baked and broiled fish and shrimp dishes, seafood-stuffed crab shells, chicken and a variety of side items including corn, baked potato, cole slaw, tossed salads, hushpuppies and desserts, among others. We also offer a variety of seasonal seafood favorites. For a fresh business opportunity that provides industry-leading AUV growth, look no further than Captain D's. Since opening our doors in 1969, we've never stopped innovating and it has paid off. Today, with more than 520 restaurants nationwide and internationally, we're proud to be America's favorite quick service destination for seafood. Never satisfied with success alone, our team of product innovators and culinary experts continually look for opportunities to propel our growth. Our innovations, from rolling out new restaurant designs to offering delicious fire-grilled menu items, help us stand above the rest. We've found the perfect recipe for success through our heritage, hospitality, and commitment to excellence, and we're looking for new franchise professionals to share in Captain D's growth.The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Captain D??s franchise ranges from $1,005,600 to $1,223,600 for the current Captain D??s prototype restaurant. That includes an initial franchise fee that you must pay to the franchisor in the amount of $35,000. You must pay one-half of the initial franchise fee for each Captain D??s restaurant you plan to develop as a non-refundable development fee when you sign a development agreement with the franchisor. The development agreements require the development of at least one restaurant.Veteran Incentives    50% off first-unit franchise fee; royalty fee reduced for first year   #35 in Gator's Top franchises.#140 in Franchise 500 for 2020.#329 in Franchise 500 for 2021.

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How much does it cost to open a Captain D's Seafood Franchise ?

The investment required to open a Captain D's Seafood Franchise is between $1,005,600 - $1,223,600 . There is an initial franchise fee of $35,000 which grants you the license to run a business under the Captain D's Seafood name.

Individual Franchise Costs

  • Initial Investment:
    $1,005,600 -
  • Initial Franchise Fee:
    $35,000
  • Royalty Fee:
    4.50%
  • Advertising Fee:
    1.10%
  • Term of Agreement:
    20 years
  • Renewal Fee:
    Varies

Expense In-House Third Party
Franchise Fee No Yes
Startup Costs No Yes
Equipment No Yes
Inventory No Yes
Accounts Receivable No Yes
Payroll No Yes

Third Party Financing Source(s):
Loan Coach, Comerica, GE Capital, CNL, Wells Fargo

Training
On-The-Job Training: 219 hours Classroom Training: 21 hours Additional Training: Onsite store opening

Support
Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform

Marketing
Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app

Captain D's Seafood Growth History

When did the first Captain D's Seafood open? 1969
When did Captain D's Seafood start Franchising ? 1969

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 25 Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (70% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Industry experience General business experience

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How much money you could make as a Captain D's Seafood Franchise owner depends on a wide variety of factors. As a business owner, your primary goals are to strive for high sales while keeping your oper_ating costs as low as possible while still maintaining quality products and service. The monthly oper_ating costs that you will incur as a Captain D's Seafood Franchise owner may include royalty fees, rent or mortgage, staffing, products, supplies, utilities, administrative costs and other things. Although your monthly oper_ating costs may vary from month to month, your start up costs are typically fixed and they will cover the majority of your initial oper_ating equipment, signage, and renovations.

Initial Investment
$35,000 - $1,223,600
Initial Franchise Fee
$35,000
Royalty Fee
4.50%
Advertising Fee
1.10%
Term of Agreement
20 years
Renewal Fee
Varies
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