October 19, 2022 // Franchising.com // NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Captain D’s announced today the opening of its newest franchised location in Gulfport, Mississippi. Located at 11487 US-49, this is the first Captain D’s for Gulfport and the brand’s 30th restaurant in Mississippi. The site was previously a Church’s Chicken and showcases Captain D’s successful real estate strategy of converting former restaurant spaces into a thriving seafood franchise.
Leading the latest conversion is veteran Chris Benner of Trident Holdings, LLC. Benner and his business partner, Tim Stokes, joined Captain D’s in 2015 and have become the largest operators in the brand’s franchise network. Benner opened an additional Captain D’s restaurant earlier this year in Georgia.
The new restaurant features Captain D’s vibrant, coastal design and welcoming atmosphere, serving high-quality seafood with warm hospitality at an affordable price. With dining room seating for 55, the restaurant also has drive-thru, carry out, and call-ahead ordering options. Hours of operation are Sunday – Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday – Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
“Our expansion into Gulfport is a reflection of Chris Benner and other best-in-class operators who show commitment to our brand and their communities,” said Brad Reed, chief development officer of Captain D’s.
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