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Fast-Casual · Seafood

Captain D's Menu 2026: Full Seafood Menu, Platters & Combos

Full Captain D's menu for 2026 — every category and item from the fast-casual seafood chain with 500+ Southeast and Midwest U.S. locations. Fish platters, shrimp combos, tacos, hush puppies, family deals, sides, and desserts — all in one place. Pricing varies by location; see the note below the menu.

500+ locationsWild-caught fishSeafood platters & combosFamily meal dealsSoutheast & Midwest U.S.
Sample · $

Signature items

Wild Caught Fish PlatterPrice varies
Fish & Shrimp PlatterPrice varies
Hush PuppiesIncluded w/ platters
Fish TacoPrice varies
Family MealPrice varies
Jump to: Most popular Platters & combos What's new in 2026 Full menu Sides & hush puppies About Captain D's FAQ
Quick answers

Common Captain D's menu questions, answered

The four things people most often search about the Captain D's menu — answered in one place.

Most popular
Wild Caught Fish Platter

Two or three battered fish fillets with two sides and signature hush puppies.

Best value
Family Meal

Eight fish pieces, four sides, and hush puppies — designed to feed four.

Grilled option
Grilled Seafood Platter

Grilled fish and shrimp with two sides — lighter than the battered platters.

Signature side
Hush Puppies

Golden Southern cornmeal fritters included with every platter at no extra charge.

Platters & combos

Captain D's seafood platters & combo meals

Every platter at Captain D's includes hush puppies. Two-side platters are the standard format. Pricing varies by location — confirm at your local Captain D's or on the app.

Wild Caught Fish PlatterVaries by location

  • 2 or 3 battered wild-caught fish fillets
  • Choice of 2 sides (coleslaw, mac & cheese, green beans, corn, etc.)
  • Hush puppies (included)
  • Tartar sauce

Captain D's signature platter. Best value for a full seafood meal.

Fish & Shrimp PlatterVaries by location

  • Battered fish fillets
  • Crispy shrimp
  • Choice of 2 sides
  • Hush puppies (included)

Most popular combination platter for guests who want variety.

Family Meal (Fish)Varies by location

  • 8 pieces battered fish
  • 4 side dishes (guest's choice)
  • Hush puppies (included)
  • Tartar sauce

Feeds a family of four. The best per-dollar value on the menu.

Seafood ComboVaries by location

  • Choice of seafood entree
  • 1 side dish
  • Hush puppies

Quick value combo — a single-entree meal at a reduced price.

What's new in 2026

Seasonal specials & limited-time offers at Captain D's

Captain D's rotates seasonal promotions — particularly strong during Lent — and runs app-exclusive deals year-round. Items below reflect current and recurring patterns as of 2026.

Seasonal

Lent Seafood Specials

Captain D's typically runs expanded seafood deals during Lent (February-April) each year — extra fish pieces, family bundles, and lower combo pricing.

App offer

App-Exclusive Deals

The Captain D's app carries periodic buy-one-get-one offers and discounted combo prices not available in-store.

Regional

Regional LTO Items

New sandwich builds, seasonal shrimp preparations, and regional menu additions rotate throughout the year. Check captainds.com for current promotions.

Permanent

Grilled Seafood Line

Grilled fish and shrimp options remain permanently on the menu as lighter alternatives to the battered lineup.

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All Captain D's menu categories with item counts.

The full menu

Complete Captain D's menu — every item (2026)

All categories and items. Prices are set by each franchisee location and are not published nationally — see the note below.

About pricing. Captain D's does not publish standardized national prices. Menu prices are set independently by each franchise location and vary by market. This page lists menu items and descriptions without prices. For current pricing, use the Captain D's app, visit captainds.com, or check with your local store before ordering.
Sides & hush puppies

Captain D's sides: what comes with every platter

Hush puppies are included with every platter at no extra charge — they're one of the defining features of the Captain D's experience. All other sides are guest's choice from the list below.

SideIncluded with Platters?Notes
Hush PuppiesYes — every platterGolden cornmeal fritters; the chain's signature side
ColeslawChoice sideClassic creamy coleslaw
Macaroni & CheeseChoice sideCreamy mac and cheese
Corn on the CobChoice sideVegan-friendly
Green BeansChoice sideSlow-cooked, seasoned
BreadstickChoice sideSoft and buttery
Side SaladChoice sideGarden salad with dressing
Signature spotlight

The items that define Captain D's

If you've never visited a Captain D's and want to know what makes it distinctive among fast-casual seafood chains — start with these six items.

Signature · Wild-caught

Battered Fish Fillet

Wild-caught whitefish (Alaskan pollock) in Captain D's golden batter — the foundational item that every platter is built around. Crisp outside, flaky inside.

Most ordered

Wild Caught Fish Platter

Two or three fish fillets with two sides of your choice and a basket of hush puppies. The complete Captain D's meal experience.

Fan favorite

Hush Puppies

Golden deep-fried cornmeal fritters — slightly sweet, crispy outside, soft inside. Included free with every platter. A Southern seafood chain staple.

Best value

Family Meal

Eight pieces of battered fish with four sides and hush puppies. The strongest per-dollar value on the menu, designed for a family of four.

Combination plate

Fish & Shrimp Platter

The most popular combination platter — battered fish and crispy shrimp with two sides and hush puppies. Ideal for guests who want variety.

Lighter choice

Grilled Seafood Platter

Grilled fish and shrimp — no batter — served with two sides and hush puppies. The go-to for guests looking for a lower-calorie seafood meal.

Dietary guide

Grilled, vegetarian-friendly & lighter options at Captain D's

Captain D's is primarily a fried seafood chain, but several lighter and vegetarian-friendly options exist. Grilled fish and shrimp are available at most locations. Most side dishes are vegetarian. For guests with dietary restrictions, confirm preparation details with the restaurant — shared fryers and cooking surfaces mean cross-contact is possible.

Cross-contact possible. Confirm with the restaurant if you have a serious allergy.

  • Grilled options: Grilled Seafood Platter, Grilled Fish Taco
  • Vegetarian sides: Hush Puppies, Coleslaw, Mac & Cheese, Corn, Green Beans, Breadstick, Side Salad
  • Vegan-friendly sides: Corn on the Cob (check preparation), Side Salad (no croutons)
  • Lighter entrée: Grilled fish (no batter) vs. battered — significantly fewer calories
  • Allergen info: Request allergen sheet at your local Captain D's for full details
Price comparison

How Captain D's compares to other seafood chains

Captain D's sits firmly in the budget-to-mid-tier fast-casual seafood category alongside Long John Silver's, while Red Lobster and Pappadeaux anchor the sit-down end of the seafood spectrum.

CategoryCaptain D'sLong John Silver'sRed LobsterPappadeaux
Price tier$$$$-$$$$$$
Signature itemFish PlatterFish & ChipsCheddar Bay Biscuit ShrimpFried Seafood Platter
Family deal availableYesYesYesLimited
Hush puppiesYesYesNoNo
Grilled optionsYesLimitedYesYes
Drive-throughYesYesNoNo
500+ locations (U.S.)YesYesYesLimited

Price tiers are approximate. Captain D's and Long John Silver's compete directly in the fast-casual value seafood segment; Red Lobster and Pappadeaux are casual and upscale dining respectively. Captain D's drive-through and family meal pricing typically deliver more seafood per dollar than its fast-casual peers.

Ordering tips

How to get the best value at Captain D's

Best deal

Order the Family Meal

If you're feeding two or more people, the Family Meal delivers significantly better per-piece value than ordering individual platters. Eight fish pieces, four sides, and hush puppies beats the same items ordered separately.

App exclusive

Use the Captain D's app

The Captain D's mobile app carries periodic BOGO deals and discounted combo offers not available at the counter. Worth downloading if you visit more than once a month.

Seasonal

Visit during Lent

Captain D's typically runs its strongest promotions during the Lent season (February–April) — extra pieces, reduced combo prices, and family deal extensions. The best time of year to visit for value.

Lighter choice

Go grilled for fewer calories

The Grilled Seafood Platter and Grilled Fish Taco are substantially lower in calories than their battered counterparts — useful for guests tracking intake without giving up seafood.

Free side

Hush puppies come with every platter

Hush puppies are included at no extra charge with every platter. You don't need to order them separately — they're the built-in bonus of any Captain D's full meal.

Combo tip

Choose two sides wisely

Most platters come with a choice of two sides. Coleslaw and corn on the cob are consistently rated highest for taste; mac and cheese is the most filling complement to the fish.

About Captain D's

The Southeast's seafood chain — fast, affordable, and hush-puppy-forward.

Captain D's was founded in 1969 in Donelson, Tennessee, and has grown to more than 500 locations across the Southeast and Midwest United States. The chain built its identity around affordable, accessible seafood — battered fish platters, crispy shrimp, and golden hush puppies — at a price point that competes with fast food rather than sit-down seafood restaurants.

The brand is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and operates as a franchise. Most locations feature a drive-through window — uncommon for seafood chains — making Captain D's one of the most convenient seafood options in the markets it serves. The chain is particularly dominant in Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, Mississippi, and the Carolinas.

1969Founded
500+Locations
SE/MWPrimary region
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Locations

Where to find a Captain D's

Captain D's operates over 500 restaurants concentrated in the Southeast and Midwest United States. The chain has its highest density of locations in Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and surrounding states. Some Midwest and Texas locations also exist.

Most Captain D's locations include a drive-through. Use the official store locator at captainds.com/locations for exact hours, menus, and the nearest store.

  • 500+ U.S. locations
  • Strongest in: Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi
  • Drive-through available at most locations
  • Franchise-operated — prices set per location
  • Delivery: Available via DoorDash, Uber Eats & Grubhub at select locations
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Common questions

Captain D's menu — frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the questions people most commonly ask about Captain D's menu, seafood options, locations, and ordering tips.

Does Captain D's serve wild-caught fish?

Yes. Captain D's uses wild-caught whitefish (typically Alaskan pollock) for its signature battered fish fillets. The chain has emphasized wild-caught sourcing as a key part of its menu positioning. Grilled fish options are also available at most locations and are a lighter alternative to the battered version.

What is Captain D's most popular menu item?

The Wild Caught Fish Platter — two or three battered fish fillets with two sides and hush puppies — is widely considered Captain D's signature and most-ordered menu item. The Fish & Shrimp Platter and individual battered fish pieces are also bestsellers. Hush puppies come with every platter and are a fan favorite in their own right.

Does Captain D's have grilled options?

Yes. Captain D's offers a Grilled Seafood Platter with grilled fish and shrimp, as well as individual grilled fish tacos and grilled fish sandwiches at most locations. Grilled items are lower in calories than the battered equivalents and are generally gluten-friendly — though full gluten-free preparation cannot be guaranteed due to shared kitchen equipment. Confirm with your local store.

How many Captain D's locations are there?

Captain D's operates more than 500 locations primarily across the Southeast and Midwest United States. The chain has the largest concentration of stores in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, North Carolina, and surrounding states. Use the official store locator at captainds.com to find hours and the nearest location.

Does Captain D's have a value or dollar menu?

Captain D's doesn't maintain a formal dollar menu, but the chain is known for strong value pricing on its seafood platters and combo meals — especially the 2-Piece Fish Meal and individual fish pieces. The chain also runs seasonal promotions and app deals that reduce per-meal cost. Check the Captain D's app or website for current specials.

Does Captain D's have family meal deals?

Yes. Captain D's regularly offers Family Meal packages — typically eight pieces of battered fish (or mixed seafood) with four sides and hush puppies, designed to feed a family of four. These family deals are among the best per-dollar value options in the fast-casual seafood category. Prices and exact contents vary by location and season.

Are there vegetarian options at Captain D's?

Captain D's is primarily a seafood restaurant with limited purely vegetarian entrees, but several sides are vegetarian: hush puppies, coleslaw, macaroni & cheese, corn on the cob, green beans, breadsticks, and side salad. The corn on the cob and garden side salad (no meat toppings) are typically vegan-friendly as well. Confirm preparation details with the restaurant if you have dietary restrictions.

What are hush puppies at Captain D's?

Hush puppies are golden, deep-fried cornmeal fritters — a traditional Southern side dish that comes included with every platter at Captain D's. They're slightly sweet, crisp on the outside, and soft inside. Hush puppies are one of the most beloved parts of the Captain D's meal experience and are a hallmark of the Southeast seafood chain tradition.

Does Captain D's deliver?

Captain D's delivery availability varies by location. Many locations are available through third-party delivery platforms such as DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. Check the Captain D's website or app, or search your preferred delivery app for availability at your local Captain D's. In-store and drive-through pickup is available at all locations.

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