UK. SSP Group has opened healthy eating fast food restaurant Leon and bar concept Cabin at London Paddington railway station.
The 2,700sq ft Leon outlet is the second to be opened by SSP. Cabin, which covers 2,300sq ft, is SSP’s own concept and has already opened at other locations such as London Waterloo station and Manchester, Stansted, Bristol and Newcastle airports.
The new developments are located on the balcony, a seating area that overlooks the concourse in the area known as ‘the lawn’.
“We are delighted to be opening these two new outlets at London Paddington – one of London’s buisiest stations,” said SSP UK CEO Simon Smith. “The addition of these brands will enhance the offering available to passengers at the station, giving commuters and tourists alike more options of where to grab a bite to eat before boarding their train, and will serve as a great place for people who live and work in the area to have a lunch time snack or an after-work drink.”
Network Rail Property Commercial Director of Retail Hamish Kiernan said: “The new additions from SSP into the rejuvenated Paddington Lawn help bolster both our daytime and evening offer. This historic station gives commuters a high-quality customer experience, meaning it is no longer just a place for travel, but a place where people choose to shop, meet and eat.”
“We have always said we want to be there when people need us, and travelling makes you tired and hungry,” added Leon co-founder and Chief Executive John Vincent added. Referencing fictional character Paddington Bear, who is famously named after Paddington station, he said: “Paddington travellers can now leave their marmalade sandwiches at home and fill up with tasty Leon food instead.”
SSP Group claimed three major international accolades, along with five regional and two highly-commended awards, at the recent FAB Awards.
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