Long John Silver's

Long John Silver's, LLC is a fast-food restaurant chain that specializes in seafood. Founded in 1969 by Jim Patterson in Lexington, Kentucky, the brand is named after the pirate character from *Treasure Island*. Known for its maritime and New England Cape Cod-style architecture, the restaurants feature blue roofs, nautical decorations, and a seafaring atmosphere. The menu includes a variety of fast-food seafood items, such as fish and chips, fried fish, shrimp, clams, and hush puppies, all prepared for quick service. Long John Silver's targets families and fast-food consumers looking for affordable seafood meals in a casual dining environment. The chain has a significant history in the U.S. seafood fast-food market and has undergone several ownership changes, with the most recent acquisition by Four Oaks Partners in November 2022.