Much Beloved Cork Chipper Jackie Lennox' Announces Closure To Great Sadness

After Over 70 Years On Leeside, Legendary Chipper Jackie Lennox's Prepares To Close Its Doors For Good.

Cork is agog with the news that Jackie Lennox’s famous chipper will close its doors for the final time on October 6th, its owners have confirmed. 

For 73 years the famous chip shop on Bandon Road served the good, great and the unforgettable. 

John Lennox, known as Jackie on Leeside and his wife Eileen raised nine children, all of whom worked in the shop over the years.

The famous chip shop, founded in 1951 was regarded as an institution in Cork and will cease trading with the loss of 30 jobs.

Brian and Frances Lennox shared the news on Facebook

''It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Jackie Lennox Takeaway after 73 years will close its doors for the final time on the 6th of October.”

''This may seem strange to make this decision when we are at our busiest, but time has creeped up on us and we are unable to cope with the burden of our success.

“From humble beginnings above a cobbler’s shop on the northside of the city. Eileen and John opened their present shop on Bandon Road. With the help of soccer legend and John’s teammate David Noonan and Eileen’s father Con O’Callaghan and her brother Sean (both GAA servants), the business became a huge success.”

“We would like to thank our local suppliers who have always given the best and freshest of their products. To our loyal co-workers many of whom have been part of our family for many generations. It has been a privilege.

“To our loyal customers thank you so much you have been a delight to serve and will be part of us forever. Please remember us fondly and we hope that we have made in a small way a contribution to the culture of Cork.”

The news has elicited a very universal response from many, primarily in Cork at the loss of a favourable spot.

Sinn Féin TD Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire said he was heartbroken by the news of the closure.

"The greatest chipper of all, an absolute institution for several cork generations. I've loved it since I was a child.

"A difficult time for the staff and their families and I hope all they get all available support," he said.

A sincere thanks to generations of the Lennox family, who have made an outstanding contribution to Cork life, and its folklore.

Lennox’s takeaway personified Cork decency, with good fun.

An iconic institution, we’ll be sad to see it close, but ever grateful to a great family.

— Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) September 30, 2024