Leon, the British chain of fast-casual Mediterranean-style restaurants, has signed a lease to open in Mount Vernon Triangle — its second District location.
Leon will open at 655 New York Ave. NW, a mixed-use project coming online soon from Douglas Development Corp. and Brookfield Properties. It is expected to open in late spring.
The chain that bills itself as “naturally fast food” opened earlier this year at 1724 L St. NW. The menu includes a smoked salmon & avocado egg pot, Moroccan meatballs…