Chef Nico Simeoneis redefining his culinary identity with the launch of his most personal restaurant concept to date: Lennox. Following a successful debut in Manchester in March, Lennox Glasgow will mark a homecoming for the chef in May 2026, bringing the concept back to the city where his restaurant journey began.
As Six by Nico approaches its tenth anniversary, Nico Simeone is reimagining one of his most cherished Scottish locations, signalling a bold and deliberate move that marks a new chapter in his career. His restaurant site on Byres Road in Glasgow will undergo a complete transformation to become Lennox, a restaurant and bar concept that represents what he describes as “the other side of the coin” to his established portfolio.
While Six by Nico is known for its theatrical six-course conceptual tasting menus and immersive storytelling, Lennox marks a return to something more stripped back, instinctive and deeply personal. It is a deliberate shift away from format and structure, towards the raw, unfiltered energy of the kitchen. Built on simplicity, transparency and an uncompromising obsession with flavour, Lennox reflects a version of Simeone that predates expansion and scale.
At Lennox everything is about the food. Purpose takes precedence over prettiness, and branding is minimal, with the atmosphere itself acting as the statement. Designed to move seamlessly from day into night, the restaurant will embody a confident, unforced aesthetic rooted in steel, concrete and raw materials. Low lighting will create an intimate mood throughout the space, while focused light on each table ensures the food remains the focal point.
At the centre of Lennox will sit the kitchen, conceived as the restaurant’s engine room. Fully visible to guests, it is designed not as a polished showpiece but as a chef’s studio: loud, alive and energetic during service. Lennox will feature visible dry-age fridges for both steak and fish, allowing guests to witness the ageing process firsthand. A built-in Japanese barbecue will anchor the fire-led cooking approach, supported by a bespoke cooking suite and techniques that embrace intensity, heat and movement. The intention is for guests not simply to dine near the kitchen, but to feel its rhythm and momentum throughout their experience.
Inspired in part by the New York City scene, Lennox channels a raw and open creative spirit where the energy feels closer to a working studio than a traditional dining environment. The menu will be built around three core principles: nostalgia, technique and indulgence. Each dish begins with something recognisable before being rebuilt with skill and precision, elevated without losing its emotional connection.
Nico Simeone said, “I am both excited and nervous to introduce Lennox to the Glasgow community. While Six by Nico on Byres Road has been one of our most successful sites, I’ve felt a growing pull to strip things back and reveal a more personal side of my cooking. It may be seen as a risk, but I truly believe in Lennox and in the food we’re creating. Bringing this concept home to Glasgow, where my journey began, makes it all the more meaningful.”
Lennox Glasgow will replace Six by Nico on Byres Road in Glasgow from late May 2026. Further details on the official opening date and debut menu will be announced in the coming weeks. Plans are also underway for Nico Simeone to bring Lennox to Edinburgh in due course.
The Six by Nico location in Glasgow’s Merchant City will continue to thrive, delivering immersive dining experiences as the team invests in future concepts and storytelling.
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