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Captain D's Nutrition: What to Order on GLP-1 Medications

Looking for Captain D's nutrition and what to order on GLP-1 medications? Compare 63 menu items scored for Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro & Zepbound. 1 rated Excellent or Good.

At a glance · current menu analysis

What can I order at Captain D's while taking a GLP-1 medication?

Start with Captain D's Nashville Hot Fish, the highest-scoring nutritionally meaningful complete menu choice in the current Captain D's dataset at 63/100 (Moderate). GLP Food Score compares listed nutrition values; it does not determine personal tolerance or replace advice from your clinician.

Highest proteinCaptain D's Family Sampler (10pc Fish, 6pc Chicken, 12pc Shrimp) · 192g
Lowest calorieCaptain D's Corn · 180 cal
Lowest net carbsCaptain D's Fried Pickles w/ Ranch · 31g

Key findings from the Captain D's menu

Cite this analysis: “Captain D's GLP-1 Menu Guide,” GLP Food Score, nutrition checked August 14, 2026. Methodology · Source policy · Captain D's Official Nutrition and Allergen Chart — May 2026 ↗

Captain D's currently has 63 indexed menu items in GLP Food Score. 1 (2%) are rated Good or Excellent. The highest-scoring complete menu choice is Captain D's Nashville Hot Fish at 63/100 (Moderate).

Among categories with at least 3 indexed items, Main Dishes currently has the highest average score at 45/100. Use the High Protein, Low Carb, Low Calorie, and Low Sugar views to narrow the menu, then open an item for its serving-level nutrition and score rationale. Scores compare the listed nutrition values; they are not medical recommendations.

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About Captain D's

Captain D’s opened as Mr. D’s Seafood and Hamburgers in Donelson, Tennessee, on August 15, 1969. The company adopted the Captain D’s Seafood name in 1974 as it focused more closely on fish, shrimp and traditional side dishes.

Restaurant background source: Captain D’s — Our Story ↗ · Reviewed 2026-09-22

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Highest-scoring complete menu choices at Captain D's

Components, toppings, sauces and standalone sides are excluded. Every choice must represent at least 100 calories, have complete scoring inputs, and include a first-party nutrition source, serving basis and verification date. These are nutrition comparisons, not medical recommendations. Order each named item as listed unless its item page documents a verified modification.

5 highest-scoring sourced complete menu choices.
Menu itemNutrition snapshotWhy it stands out · tradeoffSource basisScore
Captain D's Nashville Hot Fish28g protein · 32g net carbs · 590 caloriesStrength: 28g protein. Tradeoff: 2250mg sodium.listed menu serving · checked Aug 14, 2026 · official source ↗63/100
Captain D's Corn5g protein · 33g net carbs · 180 caloriesStrength: 180 calories. Tradeoff: review the full serving-level nutrition before ordering.listed menu serving · checked Aug 14, 2026 · official source ↗52/100
Captain D's Popcorn Shrimp & Fish Meal28g protein · 49g net carbs · 700 caloriesStrength: 28g protein. Tradeoff: 1620mg sodium.listed menu serving · checked Aug 14, 2026 · official source ↗49/100
Captain D's 10 Pc Fish Family Meal103g protein · 127g net carbs · 2270 caloriesStrength: 103g protein. Tradeoff: 6010mg sodium.listed menu serving · checked Aug 14, 2026 · official source ↗47/100
Captain D's 2 pc Fish & Clam Strips (No Sides)29g protein · 66g net carbs · 940 caloriesStrength: 29g protein. Tradeoff: 2170mg sodium.listed menu serving · checked Aug 14, 2026 · official source ↗47/100

Data notes: Scores use the nutrition values currently stored for each indexed item. Review sources and update policy →

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Full Captain D's Menu

Every menu item we score, highest GLP-1 score first.

Captain D's Broccoli2g protein · 1g net carbs · 20 cal71Captain D's Green Beans2g protein · 3g net carbs · 70 cal69Captain D's Side Salad1g protein · 2g net carbs · 20 cal69Captain D's Cocktail Sauce0g protein · 3g net carbs · 16 cal65Captain D's Fat-Free Italian Dressing0g protein · 2g net carbs · 10 cal65Captain D's Tartar Sauce0g protein · 2g net carbs · 100 cal65Captain D's Cracklins1g protein · 7g net carbs · 70 cal64Captain D's Nashville Hot Fish28g protein · 32g net carbs · 590 cal63Captain D's Hushpuppy1g protein · 9g net carbs · 80 cal62Captain D's Loaded Baked Potato18g protein · 44g net carbs · 400 cal61Captain D's Ketchup0g protein · 9g net carbs · 30 cal59Captain D's Coleslaw1g protein · 11g net carbs · 170 cal56Captain D's Sweet & Sour Sauce0g protein · 10g net carbs · 35 cal56Captain D's Breadstick3g protein · 21g net carbs · 150 cal55Captain D's Corn5g protein · 33g net carbs · 180 cal52Captain D's Corn on the Cob5g protein · 33g net carbs · 180 cal52Captain D's Baked Potato6g protein · 43g net carbs · 210 cal50Captain D's Okra4g protein · 28g net carbs · 320 cal50Captain D's Popcorn Shrimp & Fish Meal28g protein · 49g net carbs · 700 cal49Captain D's 10 Pc Fish Family Meal103g protein · 127g net carbs · 2270 cal47Captain D's 2 pc Fish & Clam Strips (No Sides)29g protein · 66g net carbs · 940 cal47Captain D's Captain's Ultimate Appetizer25g protein · 78g net carbs · 970 cal47Captain D's Fish & Shrimp30g protein · 45g net carbs · 811 cal47Captain D's Family Sampler (10pc Fish, 6pc Chicken, 12pc Shrimp)192g protein · 253g net carbs · 4030 cal46Captain D's Ultimate Seafood Platter (No Sides)44g protein · 85g net carbs · 1230 cal46Captain D's Seasoned Rice3g protein · 35g net carbs · 170 cal45Captain D's Seafood Feast155g protein · 220g net carbs · 3750 cal44Captain D's Supreme Sampler47g protein · 67g net carbs · 1181 cal44Captain D's Jalapeno Poppers6g protein · 35g net carbs · 510 cal42Captain D's The Giant Fish Sandwich30g protein · 79g net carbs · 940 cal41Captain D's Fried Pickles w/ Ranch3g protein · 31g net carbs · 480 cal40Captain D's Big Chicken Sandwich42g protein · 101g net carbs · 1230 cal39Captain D's Clam Strips8g protein · 40g net carbs · 480 cal38Captain D's Clam Strips & Butterfly Shrimp Add On16g protein · 52g net carbs · 680 cal35Captain D's Cheesecake6g protein · 35g net carbs · 410 cal22Captain D's Chocolate Cake3g protein · 47g net carbs · 300 cal20Captain D's Classic Cheesecake7g protein · 42g net carbs · 450 cal17Captain D's Cheesecake with Strawberry Topping6g protein · 47g net carbs · 461 cal14Captain D's Peach Smoothie0g protein · 90g net carbs · 360 cal14Captain D's Strawberry Smoothie0g protein · 75g net carbs · 300 cal14Captain D's Tropical Mango Smoothie0g protein · 82g net carbs · 330 cal14Captain D's Butterfly Shrimp23g protein · 58g net carbs · 901 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Butterfly Shrimp Add On9g protein · 23g net carbs · 360 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Chicken Tender9g protein · 11g net carbs · 180 calScore unavailableCaptain D's D's Dipping Sauce0g protein · 3g net carbs · 140 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Deluxe Seafood Platter36g protein · 67g net carbs · 1101 calScore unavailableCaptain D's French Fries3g protein · 25g net carbs · 330 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Funnel Cake Stix2g protein · 30g net carbs · 320 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Grilled Blackened Tilapia Filet34g protein · 1g net carbs · 210 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Grilled Lemon Pepper White Fish Filet25g protein · 1g net carbs · 180 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Grilled Shrimp Skewer12g protein · 1g net carbs · 80 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Grilled Shrimp Skewers24g protein · 2g net carbs · 158 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Grilled White Fish & Shrimp Skewer37g protein · 3g net carbs · 280 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Grilled Wild Alaskan Salmon Filet31g protein · 2g net carbs · 230 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Kid's Grilled Fish Tenders10g protein · 1g net carbs · 100 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Kid's Popcorn Shrimp8g protein · 24g net carbs · 240 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Kid's Southern-Style Fish Tenders11g protein · 8g net carbs · 220 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Macaroni & Cheese6g protein · 18g net carbs · 170 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Mozzarella Sticks16g protein · 26g net carbs · 380 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Southern-Style Fish Tenders5g protein · 4g net carbs · 110 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Southern-Style White Fish Filet27g protein · 26g net carbs · 561 calScore unavailableCaptain D's Stuffed Crab3g protein · 11g net carbs · 140 calScore unavailableCaptain D's White Fish, Shrimp & Crab36g protein · 52g net carbs · 941 calScore unavailable

Captain D's — FAQ for GLP-1 users

What should I order at Captain D's on a GLP-1 medication? +

Captain D's Nashville Hot Fish is the highest-scoring complete menu choice with first-party source evidence in the current Captain D's dataset at 63/100 (Moderate). Compare its serving-level nutrition with your needs and tolerance; the score is not a medical recommendation.

How many Captain D's menu items rate Good or Excellent? +

1 of 63 indexed Captain D's menu items (2%) currently rate Good or Excellent. These are nutrition-comparison labels, not a guarantee that an item is appropriate for every person.

How many Captain D's menu items have a complete GLP Food Score? +

41 of 63 indexed Captain D's menu items currently have all six required scoring inputs for the same recorded serving. The other 22 items remain unscored until the missing serving-level data can be reconciled.

How much of the Captain D's menu has a first-party nutrition source? +

23 of 63 indexed Captain D's menu records currently link to a first-party nutrition source. Source coverage is reported separately from score availability because an official record can still omit a required nutrient.

Does GLP Food Score treat missing Captain D's nutrition values as zero? +

No. For the 22 currently unscored Captain D's items, a blank nutrient remains unknown rather than becoming zero. Those records are excluded from score rankings and Good or Excellent counts until a complete serving-level record is available.

Which Captain D's item has the most protein in this comparison? +

Captain D's Family Sampler (10pc Fish, 6pc Chicken, 12pc Shrimp) lists 192g protein, the highest value among first-party-sourced complete orders with complete scoring inputs with protein data.

What is the lowest-calorie Captain D's choice in this comparison? +

Captain D's Corn lists 180 calories, the lowest positive calorie value among first-party-sourced complete orders with complete scoring inputs with calorie data. Check the serving basis before comparing portions.

Which Captain D's choice has the fewest net carbs in this comparison? +

Captain D's Fried Pickles w/ Ranch lists 31g net carbs, the lowest value among first-party-sourced complete orders with complete scoring inputs with net-carbohydrate data.

How common are high-sodium items on the Captain D's menu? +

12 of 22 indexed Captain D's items with sodium data list at least 1,000mg sodium per recorded serving. Items without a sodium value are excluded from that count.

When was the Captain D's nutrition data last checked? +

23 of 63 Captain D's menu records have first-party verification; the latest recorded check was August 14, 2026.

How does GLP Food Score evaluate Captain D's menu items? +

Formula version 1.0 compares the listed protein, net carbohydrates, sugar, fiber, fat, and calories for each recorded serving. Community ratings are separate and do not change the nutrition score.

Nutrition-source records last checked August 14, 2026. Review sources and update policy →

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