LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S;
Long John Silver’s, LLC franchises quick-service restaurants offering a limited menu of fish, seafood, chicken, and complementary items like hushpuppies, platters, and combo meals, using a standardized system including specific designs, recipes, and digital technologies. They offer traditional full-service restaurants and non-traditional formats in locations like convenience stores, malls, and airports, with dine-in, carry-out, drive-thru, and delivery options. The business model involves franchising to qualified operators, targeting a broad quick-service market especially ages 18-54 in competitive seafood and fast-food segments.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
5% royalty + 5% advertising + up to $500/mo technology fee + $24-$33/mo Voice of Customer fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; Compares to Other Fast Food Franchises
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 83% of Fast Food franchises
- Higher than average SBA loan default rate in Fast Food
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; Current | $1.1M - $4.2M | $35K | 5.0% | 160 |
| Burger King | $2.1M - $4.7M | $50K | 4.5% | 19,732 |
| MCDONALD'S | $1.5M - $2.6M | $45K | N/A | 12,772 |
| AFC | $45K - $151K | $6K | 9.5% | 3,572 |
| SONIC DRIVE-IN | $1.7M - $3.1M | $15K | 5.0% | 3,441 |
| JIMMY JOHN'S | $366K - $728K | $35K | 6.0% | 2,647 |
Fast Food Average 127 franchises | $605K - $1.5M | $35K | 6.1% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 127 Fast Food franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+24 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; franchisees (2010 - 2024)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
ASAP, Inc. (where franchisor's CTO Tim Newton served as CTO) filed Chapter 7 on April 2, 2024, as part of parent company Waitr Holdings Inc.'s bankruptcy proceedings.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; franchise?
The total initial investment to open a LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; franchise ranges from $1,072,500 to $4,160,000. This includes a franchise fee of $35,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.
How many LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; has 160 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1969.
Can you get an SBA loan for a LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; franchises. Historical data shows 11 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; franchisees, with an average loan amount of $634,409. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; a good franchise to buy?
LONG JOHN SILVER'S, LLC; LONG JOHN SILVER'S; shows several positive indicators: established brand with 160+ locations, low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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