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Long John Silver's has nearly halved its store count since 2019, yet its core fried fish menu remains high-quality and sustainable. The chain serves wild-caught Alaskan pollock, which is crisp and flavorful, though portions are oily. While the brand faces widespread online criticism, the food itself is praised for its consistency and speed, with some locations offering unique combinations like Taco Bell partnerships.
A social-media survey highlights six seafood chains—Red Lobster, Joe's Crab Shack, Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Long John Silver's, Captain D's, and Cousins Maine Lobster—where customers complain that prices have climbed, portions shrank, and add-ons are overpriced, making meals feel not worth the money; Reddit and other posts cite examples like upcharges for salads and bacon, high prices for lobster or crab, and declines in quality, prompting some diners to reconsider these chains in favor of better value elsewhere.
Long John Silver's, traditionally a seafood-focused restaurant, has updated its logo to highlight its new chicken offerings, including its popular Chicken Planks, while still maintaining its seafood roots, following successful product testing and positive customer feedback.
Long John Silver's is celebrating Talk Like a Pirate Day on September 19th by offering a free piece of fish or chicken to customers who talk like a pirate, and a two-piece basket for those who dress like one. The offer is valid only at participating restaurants, limited to one per person, and does not include a drink. Talk Like a Pirate Day was created in 1995 and is celebrated annually on September 19th.