Leon to Open First Irish Restaurant in Dublin's Temple Bar

Leon to Open First Irish Restaurant in Dublin's Temple Bar


Food/Health

The healthy fast-food chain Leon are to open their first Irish outlet in the popular Temple Bar area of Dublin. Located in Crown Alley it will be taking over a 1600 sq ft site previously occupied by Eager Beaver vintage clothing store.

The London based chain is looking to increase its presence in Ireland in the forthcoming years as part of a franchise partnership with Cibus Concepts, who have expertise in the hospitality sector. They see the popular Temple Bar, renowned for its cultural attractions, shopping and lively nightlife as an ideal place to launch their first outlet, offering fast food heavily influenced by Mediterranean cooking

Naturally Fast Food

Visitors to Leon in Dublin will be treated to a range of healthy fast food options suitable for the whole day, including a Breakfast menu. Leon’s food inspiration is drawn from the Mediterranean and is primed to cater for dietary requirements. Diners can find gluten and wheat free options, as well as a good selection for those who are vegan, vegetarian or pescatarian. Meals including gluten-free chicken nuggets, Vegan meatless meatballs, Lebanese Mezze Salad are examples of dishes for customers who require a meal under 500 calories. 

Fast Food can be Good Food

Leon first opened in 2004 in Carnaby Street, London, with the founders looking to make it easier for people to eat well. They appreciated a visit to a fast food restaurant was a treat to be looked forward to by many, but wanted to make it healthier. Naturally fast food is at its core, with offerings including chargrilled aioli chicken wraps, Moroccan meatballs, lentil masala and Leon’s chilli con carne. Children can select from their own menu while drinks on offer include juices, varieties of lemonade, kefir smoothies and a selection of teas and coffees. 

Looking to Expand

The new outlet in Temple Bar is the first of 20 restaurants Leon are looking to open in Ireland by 2023. They have plans to open their second outlet later in 2019 in Dublin’s Dundrum Town centre. This commitment to Ireland should see 600 jobs created across the restaurants as Leon expand. With nearly 50 outlets across the UK, Leon are gradually expanding out of their London base, bringing their Mediterranean style food to more towns and cities. Temple Bar in Dublin will be the first in Ireland to give its visitors a chance to sample their healthy, affordable fast food.

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