Shake Shack opening restaurant in Downtown Downey

DOWNEY — Shake Shack, the popular fast food chain known for its burgers, hot dogs and shakes, is opening a location in Downtown Downey, city planning officials confirmed.

The restaurant has been approved to take over the former Legends Board Shop at 8300 Firestone Blvd.

The project was recently approved by the Planning Commission and calls for the demolition of the existing building and construction of a new 3,624. sq. ft. restaurant with a 933 sq. ft. outdoor patio, drive-thru, and parking at the rear of the property along Downey Avenue.

Planning commissioner Mario Guerra, who voted to approve the project, expressed enthusiasm about Shake Shack’s pending arrival.

“The revitalization of this corner in the heart of our city will continue to enhance our downtown,” he said. “Our award winning Downtown Specific Plan, which includes our Downtown Downey District, is another example of businesses working together with the city to re-energize our community. Our Planning Commission saw this opportunity and enthusiastically worked to help facilitate this upgrade to our downtown. I’m excited and look forward to many other new projects in the works.”

The Shake Shack in Downey will be the company’s first location in Southeast Los Angeles County.

There are 440 locations worldwide.