FOR REAL QUALITY SEAFOOD
The Captain is Callin’
Sharing the Specialness of Seafood Every Day
We believe good seafood can transform any meal into a moment to remember. Throughout our 50-year history, our focus has been making great seafood available to everyone, every day and creating a place that makes an ordinary day feel special. From the friendly smiles and hand-crafted cooking of our crew members to our beachy restaurant design, we want you to feel relaxed as we transport you to the coast.
YEAR 1969
The First Captain D’s
Captain D’s first opened as Mr. D’s Seafood and Hamburgers in Donelson, Tennessee, on August 15, 1969. From the very start, we set out to provide quality seafood at reasonable prices — a concept that was revolutionary at the time.
THE FUTURE
YEAR 1973
The More The Merrier
Mr. D’s Seafood and Hamburgers was a hit (because who doesn’t love affordable and delicious seafood) and by 1973 we had opened 15 locations in the United States.
THE FUTURE
YEAR 1974
The Captain Is Born
In 1974, we changed the company’s name to Captain D’s Seafood to focus more exclusively on the classic fish, shrimp, and side dishes that our customers had come to love, and for which Captain D’s is known today.
THE FUTURE
YEAR 1980
Families Aboard
As Captain D’s grew quickly throughout the 70s, we came to be known as a place where families could gather.
THE FUTURE
YEAR 1990
Changing With The Tides
During the 80s and 90s, as Captain D’s grew in popularity, we evolved our logo and building design, as well as experimented with new and exciting menu items.
THE FUTURE
YEAR 2012
Sea The Difference
In 2012, we rolled out a brand new, restaurant redesign, to enhance the Captain D’s experience for our guests. We’ve worked to create a coastal ambiance and welcoming atmosphere that transports you to your favorite coastal destination as soon as you walk through our doors.
THE FUTURE
Smooth Sailing Ahead
Throughout the decades, Captain D’s has never wavered from our core commitment: great food, great prices, and even better service. We’re proud of our heritage, the years we’ve invested in perfecting our seafood menu, and the hospitality we offer every guest at each of our 500 plus restaurants — and we’re confident you’ll enjoy your Captain D’s experience in the years to come.
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