Captain D’s Slates 5 Store Openings in Canada

Captain D’s has signed its first-ever franchise development agreement in Canada. Ontario-based entrepreneurs Ali Saeed and Mudassir Choudri will bring five Captain D’s restaurants to the Greater Toronto Metropolitan Area over the next several years.

The brand, which has its roots in the southeastern U.S., has been expanding with multiple franchise development agreements throughout 2023 as far west as Utah and into the northern states of New York and New Jersey. It also says it has aggressive plans for growth throughout Canada.

Saeed and Choudri are both experienced businessmen who own and operate groups of Shell gas stations in Ontario. They experienced Captain D’s during their travels and believe it will do well in Canada, the release states.

Captain D’s operates more than 530 restaurants in 23 states.