The 2,172-square-foot restaurant occupies prime end-cap real estate, a format that delivers strong benefits for Captain D’s. The well-positioned site features a convenient drive-thru and dining room seating for 36. Guests can enjoy a menu of Captain D’s signature favorites such as craveable batter-dipped fish (classic and spicy), hand-breaded chicken tenders, butterfly shrimp, Nashville hot fish, and a variety of grilled options, all served with the brand’s popular Southern-style sides.<\/p>\n Franchise owners Toks Achebe and Wanda Davis, who brought Captain D’s to neighboring Ocala this past fall, continue to look for growth opportunities with the brand and high-traffic sites like this end-cap location. They chose the Gainesville market for their next venture because of its strong energy and food culture.<\/p>\n “Gainesville is a dynamic city, and if you’re in the food business, you have to have a presence here,” said Achebe. “We know Captain D’s will quickly become a new neighborhood favorite for its fresh, high-quality seafood, convenience and friendly service. We look forward to introducing this outstanding fast casual brand to the community.”<\/p>\n In addition to Captain D’s and Dairy Queen locations in Ocala, Achebe and Davis also own and operate a Captain D’s in Palatka.<\/p>\n “Gainesville offers a tremendous opportunity for Captain D’s continued growth in Florida, and end-cap real estate plays an important role in our expansion strategy,” said Brad Reed, Chief Development Officer of Captain D’s. “These high-visibility locations pair especially well with experienced operators like Toks and Wanda, whose proven track record with our brand and community-forward mindset make them ideal partners.”<\/p>\n The restaurant is open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Call-ahead orders can be placed by calling 352-415-1511.<\/p>\n With more than 530 restaurants in 23 states and three countries, Captain D’s is the fast-casual seafood leader and number one seafood franchise in America ranked by average unit volume. The company is currently seeking single- and multi-unit operators to join in the brand’s rapid expansion. For more information about franchise opportunities, visit www.captaindsfranchising.com<\/a> or call 800-314-4819.<\/p>\n ABOUT CAPTAIN D’S<\/p>\n Headquartered in Nashville, Tenn., Captain\u00a0D’s\u00a0has more than 530 restaurants in 23 states and three countries. Captain D’s is the nation’s leading fast casual seafood restaurant and\u00a0has been ranked #1 in the seafood category for\u00a0eight consecutive years in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500.\u00a0It was also named the #1 seafood chain in the QSR 50, ranked by AUV.\u00a0Founded in 1969, Captain\u00a0D’s\u00a0has been offering its customers high-quality seafood at reasonable prices in a welcoming atmosphere for over 50 years. Captain D’s serves a wide variety of seafood that includes freshly prepared entrees and the company’s signature batter dipped fish. The restaurants also offer premium-quality, grilled items such as shrimp, salmon, and whitefish as well as hushpuppies, desserts and freshly brewed, Southern-style sweet tea, a Captain D’s favorite. For more information, please visit www.captainds.com<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0www.captaindsfranchising.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Media Contact:\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n <\/a> Captain D’s International (PRNewsfoto\/Captain D’s) <\/p>\n
Jennifer Williams\u00a0
PR Account Manager
jwilliams@tidehouseagency.com<\/a>
(954) 893-9150<\/p>\n Cision <\/p>\n