Captain D's
Captain D's
Captain D's (/ˈkæptɪn diːz/) is a U.S.-based chain of fast-casual seafood restaurants. The first one was opened in Donelson, Tennessee, on August 15, 1969. Known originally as Mr. D's Seafood and Hamburgers, it changed its company name to Captain D's Seafood in 1974 to focus on fish and chips, shrimp, and side dishes.
Etymology
The "D" in Captain D's originally stood for "Donelson," as the first location was opened in Donelson, Tennessee. The "Captain" part of the name was added to give the restaurant a maritime theme.
Related Terms
- Fast-casual restaurant: A type of restaurant that does not offer full table service, but promises a higher quality of food and atmosphere than a fast food restaurant. In the US, it is a relatively new and growing concept positioned between fast food and casual dining.
- Seafood: Sea animals and seaweeds that are consumed as food, this includes fish and shellfish. Shellfish include various species of molluscs (e.g. clams, oysters) and crustaceans (e.g. shrimp, crabs).
- Fish and chips: A hot dish consisting of fried fish in batter, served with chips. It is a common take-away food.
- Shrimp: A small free-swimming crustacean with an elongated body, typically marine and frequently harvested for food.
- Side dish: A food item that accompanies the entrée or main course at a meal.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Captain D's
- Wikipedia's article - Captain D's
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