New Long John Silver's Now Open on Dirksen

The new location is just down the street from its old spot.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 10:19pm

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A high-end, photorealistic studio still-life photograph featuring a polished stainless steel fish fry basket, a wooden cutting board, and a glass of iced tea, arranged elegantly to represent the premium seafood and hospitality offerings of the new Long John Silver's location.The new Long John Silver's location on Dirksen Parkway aims to elevate the guest experience with modern amenities and a premium seafood-focused menu.Springfield Today

A new Long John Silver's restaurant has opened at 3112 S. Dirksen Parkway in Springfield, Illinois, just down the street from its previous location. The new eatery features a modern design with digital menu boards, self-order kiosks, and other amenities intended to elevate the guest experience.

Why it matters

The relocation of this Long John Silver's location is part of the company's ongoing efforts to update and improve its restaurant facilities in the Springfield market, providing customers with a more modern and convenient dining experience.

The details

The new Long John Silver's replaces the previous location that was just down the street. Construction on the new building began during the winter, and the restaurant now features a 'completely modern design' with digital menu boards, self-order kiosks, and other guest experience upgrades. The new restaurant will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

  • Construction on the new building started during the winter.
  • The new Long John Silver's opened on April 17, 2026.

The players

Long John Silver's

A fast food restaurant chain specializing in seafood dishes.

Kevin Kupniewski

Executive Vice President of OpCo Operations at Long John Silver's.

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What they’re saying

“It's been great to see this space come to life, and we're excited to welcome the Springfield community to our new restaurant.”

— Kevin Kupniewski, Executive Vice President of OpCo Operations

The takeaway

The relocation and modernization of this Long John Silver's location demonstrates the company's commitment to providing customers with an elevated dining experience, while also maintaining a presence in the Springfield market.