Our Story – Lexington, KY. 1969
Founded in 1969, Long John Silver’s (“LJS” or the “Company”) pioneered the seafood quick service restaurant industry, making great tasting, sustainably sourced and affordable seafood accessible to consumers across the country.
Over the last ~50 years, Long John Silver’s combining its national scale, strong consumer awareness, craveable menu, compelling proposition, and unmatched seafood knowledge and expertise.
Today, Long John Silver’s owns, operates and franchises nearly 700 restaurants (~70% franchised) located across 38 U.S. states and Singapore generating annual system wide sales of ~$413 million.
Long John Silver’s is the largest seafood QSR operator in the world, and the only operator in the U.S. with a national presence
Craveable seafood, like that offered by Long John Silver’s, has grown in popularity as a healthier alternative to typical QSR offerings
Known for its premium quality seafood at affordable price points, Long John Silver’s offers extraordinary value to its customers.