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Merthyr Tydfil.
Famous for once being the
epicentre of iron production
worldwide.
Some of its celebrated Sons and
Daughters include Joseph Parry
(composer), John Hughes
(industrialist), Laura Ashley
(designer), Julien Macdonald
(fashion designer) and
Johnny Owen (boxer).
So maybe now is the time for
Merthyr to recognise a new Son ?
Experienced chef Jamie O’Leary,
who grew up in Merthyr, has set
out to put this Valleys town
firmly on the culinary map with
his fine dining restaurant JOL’s.
Having previously trained at the highly acclaimed
Hardwick restaurant in Abergavenny as Sous
Chef to Stephen Terry, Jamie O’Leary has
brought all his culinary skills and talent back
to his birthplace of Merthyr Tydfil. Jol’s opened
for business a couple of years ago now, and
has since built a reputation for high standards
of food and service. Jol’s ethos is very simple fresh, seasonal, locally sourced quality produce,
wherever possible.
The restaurant itself also impresses. A clean
stylish interior, immaculately set tables, and
when the Valleys weather allows, large french
windows that can be opened up lending a
semi ‘Al fresco’ feel to the dining experience.
But let’s not get too carried away with just the
decor here. It’s the food that people come to
Jol’s for, and boyo is it good !
Every dish that makes it out of the kitchen and
on to your table has been lovingly created with
passion and flair. The food isn’t just cooked to
perfection, it’s also presented to perfection.
Jamie’s pedigree as a chef is clearly evident
and it won’t be long before this restaurant is
bestowed with a major award.
LUNCH
Home Made Chicken,
Ham & Leek Pie - £8.00
If you live outside the Valleys, we thoroughly
recommend making the pilgrimage to Jol’s.
See and taste for yourself why this young chef
is Merthyr’s newest rising star.
With Triple Cooked Chips
Bubble & Squeak - £8.00
With Bacon, Fried Egg & Brown Sauce
STARTERS
Cornish White Crab - £9.00
The super talented Jamie O’Leary
Head Chef & owner at Jol’s
Wholegrain Mustard, Pickled Cucumber,
Irish Soda Bread
Panzanella Salad - £6.00
Anchovies, Moscatel Vinegar, Chilli,
Garlic and Basil
White Onion and Parmesan
Arancini - £7.00
Charred Onion Salad & Aubergine Relish
The mouthwatering Fillet of Beef
is cooked to perfection
MAIN COURSES
Chocolate Brownie, Salted Caramel Sauce,
Macademia Nut Praline & Ice Cream
Chicken Holstein - £18.00
Bread Crumbed Chicken Breast with
Cabbage & Bacon, Anchovies, Caper
Sauce & Fried Egg
Sample the cocktails and indulge with
a smooth and silky Espresso Martini
With Fish & Fennel Pie, Pea Velouté,
Capers, Deep Fried White Anchovies
WHERE ?
Confit Duck Leg - £23.00
30-31 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil CF47 8DP
Roast Endive, Roquefort,
Candied Pecans, Dauphinoise Potatoes
& Wild Girolles
OPENING TIMES
Monday - Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday - Saturday
12:00pm - 10:00pm
Sunday Lunch
12:00pm - 3:00pm
As with all fine dining establishments
expect pretty plate presentation
Pan Roasted Hake - £21.00
BOOKING
Fillet of Beef - £29.00
Grain Mustard, Creamed Greens,
Confit Shallots, Red Wine Sauce
& Triple Cooked Chips
01685 267 878
www.jolsrestaurant.co.uk
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