Is Leon in the US?

Leon, the health-minded British fast food chain that expanded to the U.S. with its first D.C. store in 2018, has closed its American stores to focus on business back home.

Why is Leon restaurant called Leon?

History. Leon was founded by John Vincent and Henry Dimbleby with chef Allegra McEvedy. The business was named after Vincent’s father, and opened its first outlet in Carnaby Street in 2004. Six months after opening, Leon was named the “Best New Restaurant in Great Britain” at The Observer Food Monthly Awards.

How many restaurants does Leon have?

Leon has 42 company-owned restaurants in London and other large cities in the UK, as well as 29 sites run by franchisees at transport hubs, mainly airports and railway stations, across the UK, the Netherlands, Ireland, Norway, Spain and Switzerland.

Are Leon baked fries healthy?

The chips at Leon are baked instead of fried, but experts say that while this reduces their fat content ‘ever so slightly’ they still carry similar nutritional value to regular fries.

What happened to Leon Restaurant?

More than 70 Leon restaurants across the UK and Europe have been sold to the brothers’ giant petrol forecourt business EG Group. In a joint statement, Mohsin Issa and Zuber Issa said the firm was a “fantastic brand we have long admired”.

Who is the owner of Leon restaurant?

EG GroupLeon Restaurants / Parent organization

Who owns Leon now?

Where does Henry Dimbleby live?

Hackney, London
Personal life. Dimbleby is married to Jemima Lewis, a journalist. They have three children and live in Hackney, London.

Who bought out Leon?

EG Group
Leon has been acquired by forecourt retailer and fast food operator EG Group in a deal reported to be worth up to £100m.

Are Leon burgers healthy?

At just 482 calories and packed with 15g of protein, 8g of monounsaturated and 10g of polyunsaturated fats (the good fats that can help lower cholesterol levels in the blood and support healthy cells), the LOVe burger is a hug in a bun.

How many calories are in Leon chips?

There are 251 calories in 100 g of Leon Baked Fries.

How much did Leon sell for?

Leon has been acquired by forecourt retailer and fast food operator EG Group in a deal reported to be worth up to £100m.