The opening marks a major milestone for the
brand and a return to its original family roots
TORONTO, Sept. 12,
2024 /CNW/ - Jimmy The Greek, third-generation
family business and beloved Greek quick-service restaurant, is
excited to announce the official opening of its newest location and
first-ever dine-in experience. After offering high-quality,
home-cooked meals in the food courts of major shopping centres and
office towers across the country for more than 35 years, Jimmy The
Greek will now offer indoor seating, alongside its traditional
take-out option, at a new location in Toronto's Premium Outlets in Halton Hills. With an innovative design, the
new location marks a major milestone for the Canadian brand and a
return to its original restaurant roots.
Using Greek cuisine and tradition as its guiding light, the new
location has been expertly designed to offer a relaxed and elegant
mediterranean-inspired space. It nods to the original Jimmy's
heritage and fine-dining restaurants, including Epikourion and
Penelopes, which first opened in Canada in the 1970s by Dimitrios 'Jimmy' and
Helen Antonopoulos following their
arrival from Greece. Notable
design elements include cobblestoned tiling, a longer main table to
promote group 'family-style' dining, and an archway reminiscent of
traditional Greek homes and monuments. The design remains true to
Jimmy The Greek's legacy, promising all customers an environment to
enjoy a home-cooked meal away from home, while also demonstrating
the brand's mission of constantly innovating its award-winning
store designs.
"We've built a restaurant with a one-of-a-kind design that pays
tribute to my grandparents' hometown and restaurant roots," says
Nicole Mitrothanasis, Director of
Operations at Jimmy The Greek and granddaughter of original
founder, Jimmy. "While we'll still be providing the same fast,
fresh, and delicious meals, we're thrilled to have created such a
special place where we can welcome customers in through our very
own doors, and continue to serve them our family's favourite
recipes."
Jimmy The Greek has more than 55 quick-service restaurants
across Canada and an incredible
network of over 70 franchisees and owners. Inspired by its core
family ethos, the new location's store owners are from Jimmy The
Greek's existing store network, demonstrating their exciting move
from managers to proud franchisees.
Customers can officially dine-in and take-out at Jimmy The
Greek's newest location and enjoy their favourite legacy meals,
from the classic Chicken Souvlaki to a Gyros Pita with Salad
plates, surrounded by a beautiful and innovative restaurant.
Location Details: Toronto Premium Outlets, 13850 Steeles
Ave, Halton Hills, ON - Main
Floor
Store Hours: Monday to Saturday: 10:00AM - 9:00PM, Sunday: 11:00AM - 7:00PM
For more information about Jimmy The Greek, its menu and/or
catering options, visit JimmyTheGreek.com.
About Jimmy The Greek
After immigrating to
Canada from Greece, husband and wife, Dimitrios 'Jimmy'
Antonopoulos and Helen Antonopoulos,
opened their first fine-dining restaurant, Epikourion, in 1977.
Upon noticing an opportunity to serve freshly prepared, home-cooked
meal options for consumers on-the-go, the first quick-service Jimmy
The Greek restaurant opened in 1985 to offer the same high quality
menu options and Greek hospitality with the convenience of
take-out. Today, at more than 55 restaurants across Canada, Jimmy The Greek uses its original
family recipes so customers can rely on quick and delicious
meals.
SOURCE Jimmy The Greek