Jamie O’Leary and the JOL’s team are combining local, seasonal and exciting produce to bring a special dining experience to South and Mid Wales.
Chef Jamie O’Leary is drawing visitors from all over the country wanting to try his delicious dishes at JOL’s restaurant, which is being compared to Michelin starred restaurants. Customers are surprised and amazed that Merthyr can, for the first time, boast of having a top class restaurant.
Here’s an interview with the owner, Jamie O’Leary
For Jamie it is a dream come true.
“I grew up here and, like everyone else, I had to travel miles for a quality meal. My vision was to create something special here, on our doorstep. I am delighted that people love coming here and that my food is winning a reputation far and wide.”
Jamie sources the finest local produce for his innovative menus and he’s recruited an excellent team of local people to deliver his food from kitchen to table. His clientele have been quick to praise their experience at JOL’s giving countless five-star reviews on TripAdvisor.
Check out Jol’s Restaurant Walkthrough…with staff:
Examples of his dishes include:
Smashed Avocado on Sourdough Toast with Bacon and Poached Egg
Grilled 4oz Sirloin Steak on Fried Bread with Chimichurri, Fried Egg and Triple Cooked Chips
Welsh Rarebit on Home Made Bread with Streaky Bacon
Beer Battered Fish and Chips with home made Tartar sauce, lemon and baby Gem Salad
White Onion and Parmesan Aranchini with Charred Onion Salad And Aubergine Relish
Pappa Al Pomodoro (a rustic Tuscan style tomato and bread soup with basil, extra virgin olive oil and parmesan)
Chorizo and Toasted Oat Porridge with Raw, Roast and Crisped Fennel
Cornish White Crab with Wholegrain Mustard & Pickled Cucumber and Irish Soda Bread
Sautéed Wild Mushrooms on Bruschetta
Panzanella Salad (A Tuscan Style Tomato & Bread Salad with Anchovies, Moscatel Vinegar, Chilli, Garlic and Basil)
Does that make your mouth water or not?
