Long John Silver's

Franchise Overview

This quick-service restaurant concept specializes in affordable fried seafood, fish, and chicken offerings served in a fast-food format. The brand differentiates itself by focusing on a seafood-forward menu in a segment largely dominated by burger and sandwich concepts, giving franchisees access to a unique market niche with limited direct competition. Customers include families and value-seeking diners looking for accessible seafood options.

Operations follow a streamlined limited-menu format designed for efficiency and consistency across locations. Franchisees receive comprehensive support including training, real estate and construction guidance, marketing resources, and ongoing development support. An active franchisee association also exists to represent and support the franchisee community.

The brand operates primarily through freestanding single-use restaurant buildings, though other venue types are available. The franchisor is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.

Just the Facts

For most current information, see Franchise Disclosure Documents

In Business Since1969
Number of Units1,203
Min Liquid Capital
Required Networth
$$$Total InvestmentN/A

Long John Silver's Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)

These official Long John Silver's FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.

Available Documents

Long John Silver's FDD 2025

June 2025

$99.00

Long John Silver's FDD 2024

September 2024

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Long John Silver's FDD 2024

February 2024

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Long John Silver's FDD 2022

July 2022

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Long John Silver's FDD 2021

June 2021

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Long John Silver's FDD 2020

July 2020

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Long John Silver's FDD 2019

May 2019

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Long John Silver's FDD 2018

April 2018

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Long John Silver's FDD 2017

May 2017

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Long John Silver's FDD 2016

April 2016

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Long John Silver's FDD 2015

September 2015

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Note: Purchased FDDs are available for immediate download. The $99 Document Processing Fee covers acquisition, storage, organization, and digital delivery of the FDD document.