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Captain D's, an American seafood chain, will open its first UK restaurant at Westwood Cross Shopping Centre, Broadstairs, on 20 October. The launch introduces a refreshed restaurant design and a UK-tailored menu.
Broadstairs, Kent – Captain D’s, an American seafood chain, will open its first UK restaurant at Westwood Cross Shopping Centre, Broadstairs, on 20 October.
The launch introduces a refreshed restaurant design and a UK-tailored menu.
The Broadstairs restaurant is the first to showcase Captain D’s modernised UK design, featuring a new colour palette and seafood and chicken iconography. The design is contemporary while retaining elements of the brand’s longstanding identity.
The UK menu includes a variety of seafood dishes, including fire-grilled and hand-breaded options. Signature items include batter-dipped fish (classic and spicy), hand-breaded chicken tenders, and hush puppies — a Southern side making its UK debut. Additional menu items include:
The menu also includes chicken options, such as a grilled chicken sandwich.
“We are thrilled to be opening our first UK location and to share this exciting new design and menu with guests in Broadstairs,” said Hair Parra, SVP of International Operations and Development at Captain D’s. “This opening represents the future of our brand — one that blends our heritage with innovation and sets the stage for Captain D’s global growth.”
Naveed Chattha, Operations Director of CD’s Holdings, added: “We’re proud to bring Captain D’s to the UK, starting with Westwood Cross. The response from the community has already been incredible, and with the new look, expanded menu, and family-friendly atmosphere, we believe Captain D’s will quickly become a favourite dining destination.”
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This story was originally published in Franchising.com on October 10, 2025. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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