Article Source: M&Ds
Last Updated: 8 March 2023 9:27
The impressively styled restaurant, which includes an outdoor terrace, is the largest to-date, catering for 250 covers, and represents the tenth location in Scotland with further openings planned.
The significant investment has also helped create 30 full and part-time jobs.
Presented over two floors and spanning 4,000sq ft, the interior design is based on the legendary Wild West smuggler ‘Mad’ Jack Wyatt of the 1800s and includes a spectacular water feature based on a horse trough, stables for guests to relax and sit, and an outdoor heated gazebo.
The upper floor includes a ‘Wild West Street’ featuring dedicated private party booths styled as a hotel, sheriff’s office, general store and barbers. It also features a jail where diners can be caught on camera behind bars as a fun souvenir of their visit.
Matthew Taylor Jr from M&D’s said: “We’re delighted to be opening the doors to such a fantastic branded restaurant which I am sure diners are going to love. We’ve invested significantly in ensuring the restaurant is a showstopper and there is nothing else like it. The interior has been cleverly styled and the popular menu includes a great choice of family favourites, not to mention the signature cocktails.
“The restaurant is a terrific addition to the Theme Park but is equally an attractive standalone destination.
“The opening has also generated a number of local jobs which is another welcome boost for the community, and we can’t wait to welcome guests.”
Monterey Jack’s Food & Beverage Director Naomi Dunkley said: “Monterey Jack's are proud to work with the fantastic team at M&D's on this unique restaurant. It truly will be an amazing dining experience for all and is almost a theme park within a theme park!”
Menu favourites that will be served include burgers, ribs, pizzas and nachos along with full vegan, vegetarian and children’s menus, as well as a fantastic choice of desserts and signature cocktails.
Monterey Jack’s Chief Operating Officer, Scott Abercrombie added: “We have designed, in collaboration with the M&D's team, almost from a shell, a totally new bar and restaurant with multiple dining zones, an amazing new glass frontage to enjoy the vista and outdoor terrace, and very special theme details to ensure that every customer is totally immersed in the MJ's experience!”
The new Monterey Jack’s replaces the original Family Restaurant, just one of a number of attractions at M&D’s which opens to the public for the new season on Saturday 25 March.
The destination Theme Park features many attractions, including Amazonia, a tropical indoor rainforest and home to more than 60 different species, Devil’s Island Adventure Golf, Cosmic Bowl ten pin bowling and Krazy Congo Soft Play, as well a variety of thrill rides and rides suitable for all age groups, and a Game Zone arcade area. Seasonal activities are held throughout the year including special Easter events which will feature a family silent disco and other attractions.
Further information is available from www.scotlandsthemepark.com
Staff at Amazonia, a temperature controlled tropical indoor attraction within M&D's Scotland's Theme Park, received a special surprise with the arrival of the first ever hatched red footed tortoise.
READ MOREBluey at the Cinema: Let's Play Chef Collection will be playing in cinemas across the UK and Ireland from Saturday 3rd May, just in time for the Early May Bank Holiday weekend.
READ MOREDobbies Garden Centres is hosting a new hands-on planting and afternoon tea experience inspired by the RHS Chelsea Garden Show and Dobbies' 160-year heritage.
READ MOREThe Young Women’s Movement, Scotland’s national organisation for young women and girls’ leadership and rights, is seeking nominations for its tenth annual 30 Under 30 list.
READ MOREM&D's Scotland's Theme Park has been nominated for three awards at the Scottish Entertainment & Hospitality Awards.
READ MOREAldi Scotland's Supermarket Sweep challenge is back again for another year, giving customers in East Kilbride the chance to raise funds for Children's Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS).
READ MOREPaisley Food and Drink Festival returns on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th April for its biggest event yet with an extended site and more vendors than ever before!
READ MOREThe National Trust for Scotland and the National Trust have teamed up to give an insight into the complexity of the Battle of Culloden in a pair of podcasts this April.
READ MOREDobbies Garden Centres is hosting a very special FREE Grow How event in stores across the UK this May in partnership with Alzheimer's Research UK to mark Dementia Action Week.
READ MOREDobbies Garden Centres are celebrating National Children's Gardening Week by welcoming families along to its Children's Planting and Afternoon Tea experience on Saturday 31st May.
READ MOREDi Maggio's East Kilbride launches inaugural Easter Bunny event, here's everything you need to know to book a morning of egg-cellent fun with your little ones!
READ MORERockstar Energy presents TRNSMT has announced the BBC Introducing Stage, previously River Stage, will showcase 20 of the most exciting emerging artists in the country.
READ MOREThe National Trust for Scotland is hopping into spring as it hosts 40 Easter egg trails at the special places in its care in April!
READ MOREA nature walk has been created through woodland in Motherwell thanks to local company Lisini Pub Ltd and the council.
READ MOREInnis & Gunn joins forces with top Scottish comedian Marc Jennings to find Scotland's funniest pub stories for 'The Book of Pub Banter & Confessions'.
READ MOREGarden Centre invites gardeners to get hands-on with wildflowers and springtime celebrations.
READ MORERockstar Energy presents TRNSMT has revealed five new artists to the Glasgow Green billing, including two of the hottest UK acts right now, JADE and Myles Smith!
READ MOREMore than 30 historic seasonal sites across the country will reopen to visitors from Tuesday 1st April, as Historic Environment Scotland marks the start of its spring/summer season.
READ MORETo coincide with World Theatre Day this Thursday (27 March), Vue venues in Scotland are bringing a selection of British productions to the big screen this spring.
READ MORELanark Amateur Musical Society performed to a record-breaking 2,000 strong audience over four sell-out performances of Sunshine on Leith at Lanark Memorial Hall, from 20-22 March!
READ MOREAn organisation that runs youth hostels across Scotland is launching an initiative to provide free stays for disadvantaged young people and families.
READ MOREBBC Radio 1 Dance is taking over the much-loved Boogie Bar to bring some of the best dance music to Glasgow Green this summer on 11-13th July!
READ MOREUB40 ft. Ali Campbell are set to light up Falkirk as part of Kelpies Live at Helix Park, marking a triumphant return to Scotland for one of music's most iconic acts.
READ MOREThe venue has been designed to transport guests back to a magical bygone era, offering an escape from everyday life into a world of indulgence and excitement.
READ MORETo mark Food Waste Action Week (17th – 23rd March), Aldi is calling on children in Scotland to design a poster that encourages people to reduce food waste.
READ MOREWith three 18-carat golden girders worth £10,000 still out there, IRN-BRU unveils giant hanging girder to encourage Scots to get on the hunt!
READ MOREFrom Wallace & Gromit to Sonic the Hedgehog, there’s plenty to enjoy at Vue venues across Scotland this Easter break.
READ MOREScotland's favourite family destination, M & D's Scotland's Theme Park, is to host a special Preview Weekend to launch the new season!
READ MORELoch Lomond Springfest, one of Scotland's biggest FREE food festivals, is back on the 5th and 6th April at Loch Lomond Shores!
READ MORETo mark World Sleep Day, Macdonald Hotels & Resorts is introducing the Sleep Retreat Essential Spa Break, designed to help guests prioritise rest and relaxation.
READ MORE