Clementine

Clementine is one of the best restaurants in San Antonio. A small and intimate restaurant committed to culinary innovation and customer satisfaction; whether it's Chef John personally greeting guests, the wait staff pulling strings to get off-menu items, or the host doing everything possible to seat customers who arrive without reservations. Be adventurous when ordering as you'll likely experience new flavors and innovative food combinations that will delight your palate. Highlights include roasted blackjack oysters, all their fresh pastas, flat iron steak, tropical pavlova, and clementine crunch bar. So good I visited twice in a week.

Everything at Clementine was excellent and on point…food, service, and ambience. We got the Feed Me prix fixe menu for $88. It had six courses, including dessert, plus some lagniappe. Well worth the cost. This menu changes daily. Our server, Jason, was friendly, and quite knowledgeable. All staff seemed to be well trained. The restaurant is at the end of a strip center and has indoor and outdoor seating. It has a cute, chic, lively atmosphere. I highly recommend a visit to Clementine. Also, reservations are a good idea. It got busy very quickly.

This place is amazing…. Super easy to make a reservation on open table… was greeted immediately by the host…. Had the oysters and the tart to start off then they brought out the mackerel dish and the steak dish… the waitress was super attentive and we enjoyed all of her recommendations …. Oh and the dessert was out of this world…. You have to try it!

The “Tasting Salon” was such a delightful experience! The summer edition offered courses that were light (no one wants the meat sweats during the Texas summer!), refreshing, and highly creative. The wine pairings were spot on! The picpoul, in particular, was delicate, crisp, and paired beautifully with the peaches and ricotta in the first course that set the stage for a fun evening. The oysters were my favorite course-roasted and lightly breaded, they kept me wanting more! The only thing I would change about this restaurant that I love so much is the noise level. Chef Russ is so charming and personable that it’s easy to hang on his every word, but somewhat difficult to hear with the noise from a full restaurant. I don’t think that can be helped, but it would be nice if it could.

My husband and I recently went to Clementine for our Valentine’s Day dinner on a Saturday evening. The ambience was lively and warm with just enough space in between tables. We opted for the “feed me” option where you basically leave your choices in the hands of their capable chef. The feed me option included 6 courses. We also decided to get the wine pairings. Every single dish was absolutely phenomenal. You can taste the freshness passion, attention, and love put into every single detail of each meal; just wow. As frequent fine dining goers (domestic and international) my husband and I know and understand quality food and Clementine is no exception. From the warm host who greeted us kindly to Jason, our friendly server who was professional and knowledgeable about the wines. The time between each dish was perfection we weren’t waiting, nor did we feel rushed. At the end of our experience, we left shocked, satisfied, and looking forward to our next dinner. Thank you Clementine for your devotion and commitment to quality in excellence.

The food was probably the best upscale restaurant food that I've had in San Antonio. This restaurant is worthy of its #2 ranking in the San Antonio Express. The sauces were excellent and paired well with the food. I went on their monthly Friday Prix Fixe lunch and it was well worth the $59 pp price. Will be going there regularly. However, there are two things that I wish Clementine will improve on. 1) The descriptions in the menu. The names and descriptions in the menu do not do the food justice nor is it even accurate. I think the names and descriptions in the Friday lunch I had were more enticing than their regular menu. I cannot imagine that their regular dinner menu is not better, but their names and descriptions don't make them seem like it. 2) I understand that this is not a Michelin Star restaurant but with this caliber of food, why not? In that vein, while the waiter was super nice, I wish he would have described and explained the food. We got our dishes and there was no explanation, especially in light of the inadequate menu descriptions. There was one dish where after I finished the food, I then realized that the sauce drizzled around the plate was different from what was on the food. The colors were similar so it was not obvious that they were not the same. So, I ate it thinking that it was a little bland, but after eating, I happened to takes the drizzled sauce to see what the sauce was and was shocked to see that it was a different sauce and the food would have been MUCH better, had the waiter told me how to eat the dish and had I applied more sauce to the food. It was disappointing because I felt that I missed enjoying the wonderful dish the way the chef intended. There were other dishes that I wish the waiter explained the different parts of the dish and how to eat it.

i recently had the best girl dinner at Clementine. Delicious food, beautiful scenery, yummy drinks, and an open kitchen so you can watch the chefs carefully plate every dish- what else could you ask for? No matter what you are in the mood for, you can find it here. My personal favorites of the night: a virgin cherry limeade, oysters, (with wasabi!!! Def going back for those!) fresh house made pasta, the juiciest steak I’ve ever eaten, and the best part of any meal, the desserts!!! We ended up getting all but one but I can’t stop thinking about that clementine crunch bar. ✨ oh and the service was amazing! Memo was our server and he was so helpful and kind!

Had an amazing dinner at Clementine! Perfect place for a date night, girls night out, or just because. Ordered a la carte and every plate was perfection. Dessert was truly the "best part" with the Poteet Strawberry Shortcake being my favorite. 10/10 overall experience. Our server Memo was fantastic! Friendly & attentive.

It was a great experience. Got the "Feed Me" tasting menu 6 courses. 2 salads, tartar, bread and fancy butter, two pastas one was with bacon and peas the other was a gnocchi esque pasta but made with a cheese instead of grain, followed by salmon and soft shelled crabs. Ended with a pallet cleanser and two desserts. I apologize the tasting menu is off menu and I didn't quite catch each description. The service was attentive and food came out in a prompt manner each course coming out a few minutes after finishing the last. My waiter Francois had an ice chest nearby ready with my drink of choice in case I wanted another. We sat outside which was a cute little patio it'll look even better when the vines grow in. But can't comment on the ambiance inside. Would definitely come again with friends or a date.

I've been wanting to try Clementine for a long time but it is definitely a fine dining experience and I have kids. In spite of that, my husband and I recently were able to swing it by bringing our son who slept for about half the meal. Firstly, service is impeccable. That is the main reason I would return. It was clearly important that our needs were fulfilled and our experience enjoyable. Second, the food: lackluster. I wouldn't say it was terrible by any means but I definitely don't think it matches the price point, which is higher. My fish was on the dry side for such a small portion and such a high price tag. And the other dishes were enjoyable but I don't think they warranted the price. Thirdly, the bar situation leaves much to be desired. I don't have anything against wine or beer but having a cocktail or a mix would have been nice. Lastly, the atmosphere is okay but a little more privacy between the kitchen and the dining would be ideal. I would say this also factors into the price for me which would be more intimacy and less crowding around the kitchen by service staff. I don't particularly mind this but I definitely felt cramped regardless. Otherwise, Clementine was a very nice dining experience, I just think it needs to be about $10 less per dish.

The food was incredible! We had the chef's choice meal, so I can really recommend a particular dish, but I'm coming back to try other menu items! Highly Recommend!!!

This was our second visit to Clementine. I come specifically for the white mushroom salad--it's just so good! Still feeling hungry, we ordered the pesto pasta. It was heavenly, with so much fresh flavor and homemade pasta. The service is always wonderful, and sitting outside was pleasant.

5 stars based on the food and service. There isn't a lot of "atmosphere" here and there's nowhere to wait for your table to be ready. | Food | We did the "Feed Me" menu, with some requests - no duck, no chocolate. It was more than enough food for two! So many dishes arrived that I'm not sure of the names of every dish. I loved almost everything. - Flame Tart (smoked bacon, sautéed onions, bechamel sauce on a crisp). The perfect start, a savory and slightly sweet dish, chock full of flavor. - Wilted Kale and Spinach. This simple dish was one of my favorites, they must put some sort of magic into these greens! - Risotto dish. Creamy, dreamy and cheesy! We spooned up every last bit. - Maine Scallops. This was the only dish that was a miss for me. The scallops were a little overpowered by the rest of the what is on the plate. - The Passionfruit Creme Brûlée. A show stopper for sure! It looked like an art form but fortunately it was perfectly edible and delicious! - Another dessert (I think they made it up for us, because I wanted to try the Clementine ice cream but sans chocolate). Comically their giant spoons don't fit into these cups (and it's the only spoons they have), but we used forks to ensure none of it was wasted. - Another dessert, shortbread cookies (sadly, I was too full by then). | Service | Our server was great. Everything came out with near perfect timing; a feat when a restaurant is packed with people. Waiting for your table to be ready is awkward (we waited 30 minutes with reservations, but on the bright side they brought us out complimentary champagne), as there is really no where to stand except in front of the teeny tiny hostess area, backed up against the hanging wall partition. (It was pretty cold the night we went or we would have waited outside). | Atmosphere | It is a small place with an open kitchen concept, and it is very loud inside. They have some acoustic paneling but it doesn't seem to help much.

This place is most definitely special!! Never had a bad meal! The menu changes frequently and never disappoints! Tonight, Beef Wellington!! It was amazing! Great wine list with non-insulting prices! A must try!!

Went to Clementine for my boyfriend's birthday today. After seeing the reviews, we were both extremely disappointed with the service and the food quality. After being seated promptly, we were greeted by the server who explained the food menu. We told him we wanted to do the "feed me" option and after hearing that he promptly started gathering the menus without asking if we wanted anything to drink aside of water. We had to request he left the alcohol menu so we could review it. He came back to take my boyfriend's wine order and after that, we never saw him again for the exception of when he dropped the check off. As the food came, the portions were typical for a tasting menu (all photos pictured were a serving size for two); however, all the dishes were bland. It seemed like no seasoning was utilized. Unless the dish was spicy, the flavor was nonexistent. With the exception of the risotto, which was the best dish of the night and was amazing. For the flank steak (the main star of the tasting menu show), we received was 5 pieces, thinly sliced, with fat and membrane still intact. Not only did the membrane make the cut chewy, the wait staff gave us a butter knife for this course, which made such a tough piece of meat hard to cut. Finally, it was dessert time. We received a key lime shooter that tasted fine; however, the dessert spoon I was given was too wide to reach the bottom of the shooter glass, leaving the crust and some of the key lime cream unreachable. After 10 minutes of trying to get someone's attention, we finally were noticed by the hostess. When I explained the situation, she said she didn't know what to do and went to get the manager. When the manager came over I re-explained the situation and was told "well those are the only spoons we have aside of serving spoons". Although that may be the case, I was not concerned with being proper, I just wanted a utensil that allowed me to enjoy my dessert in its entirely and not just the top part where the spoon could reach. As we were wrapping up dinner we noticed that a table next to us had multiple different wines during the night. When we finally saw the server again, my boyfriend asked if there was a wine pairing and the waiter said "oh yeah, I'm sorry I forgot to mention that". Needless to say, after spending $250 on one glass of wine, two "feed me" experiences, and tip, I would be pressed to say this is worth the time and money.

Tonight was an amazing dinner spent with family. A wonderful refreshing summer menu. We did the feed me and as usual it did not disappoint

Yipes! Eye-popping creativity and great fresh produce and seafood as well as top notch service from well-experienced staff in our experience. It will be expensive but you will not forget the meals you have.

I think this is my fourth time to visit. I fine to San Antonio for work, and if we have a free night, we make a reservation at Clementine. It's a cute restaurant. The staff is awesome. Nice wine list. And they have a fun menu. Tonight was hush puppies and scallops. Even the pickiest eater at the table loved their food. We got the cutest little clementine dessert too. Of course I will be back.

Very nice place for high-end service and food! We dined outside and the weather was a little cold, but they had many heaters that kept us warm! The food was delicious and plated so beautifully! Our waiter was extremely meticulous and checked on us regularly. The dishes are more on the expensive side, but well worth!

This is a cozy but upscale restaurant with a culinary palette that is out of the world. As soon as you near the restaurant the staff is greeted and welcomes you inside. The menu is thoughtfully crafted with quality ingredients and prepared with experience and pride. We opted for the "Feed Me" menu, which is a chef's tasting menu. The selections are a surprise, but they accommodate restrictions and preferences. There are five courses and dessert so make sure you come hungry. I will not be able to name all of the ingredients included in each dish, but I will try to remember the main parts. Our first course was a delicious strawberry and feta salad. Next, we had a mushroom and Swiss crisp that was airy and flavorful. Then we had the spicy green beans with fried shallots. After that, we had a hand-rolled pasta with tender beef. Next, we had a halibut with lamb and peas jus. Finally, we had the pre-dessert of key lime pie and finished it off with a passion fruit creme Brule with coconut sorbet. The passion fruit was so pronounced it was mind-boggling. We did not have to wait for anything. Our glasses stayed filled, and our food always arrived piping hot.

I hadn't been to Clementine in a while and honestly forgot how damned good it is. From the outstanding service to the very inventive, excellent menu. Good wine selection by the glass or bottle. We were very pleased with out dinner and look forward to returning!

Spectacular. We had the "Feed Me" options where Chef chooses your meal. We were surprised and delighted by every course.

Place is super packed even for a Thursday night so I highly recommend getting a reservation for dinner time. My friends and I did the "feed me" option for our double date night. It was weird because the waiter didn't ask if any of us had any dietary options which should be the number 1 thing you ask if you're doing a "Omakase" type of menu. The entrees was good but nothing is particular stuck out. The price you pay for a bottle of wine is equivalent to 4 glasses of wine so we all ordered separate glasses. My glass broke & spilled off over my clothes, they didn't give me a new glass. I would definitely come back again but will stick to the A La Carte.

I arrived on a Wednesday evening before 7pm without a reservation and my only option for a table was outside on the patio. The small patio was lovely and included two fans, so the temperature was fine. At some point the fans started making a noise and a server turned them off. As soon as my food arrived, so did the bugs and flys. I asked my server to please turn the fans on so I wouldn't have to compete with the bugs for my food, he agreed, but turned on the smallest setting so the fan blades were barely moving, which didn't help the problem. As others have mentioned, the portions are small and pricey, but it's a nice experience (minus the outdoor bugs). I highly recommend the beet salad and lemon cheesecake. I would order something else besides the ricotta cavatelli (very dense pasta with an excellent pesto sauce) and the clementine tonic (light and refreshing) next time. I will be sure to make a reservation next time to ensure an inside table.

I was recommended this place with great hype surrounding both the flavor and uniqueness of the dishes. Happy to say it lived up to it and then some. While it doesn't look like much from the outside, the inside boasts a cozy atmosphere with a wide open kitchen-view. The service was a well-oiled machine, with many different servers tending to us and happily sharing the details of each dish. And of course the food, your tastebuds will be thrown into a frenzy with each bite. We feasted on the chef's choice, 7-course meal and each item was better than the next. Their menu is quite dynamic so what was served this week might not be what you see tomorrow. Go ahead, treat yourself. You are guaranteed to leave thinking about the food for days to come.

The food was very good, especially the flame tart, steak, & chicken. The beets were very good too but a very large plate so I recommend sharing. The spritzer was very very good as were the cardamom donuts. They need a walk up window just to sell the donuts! Lol those donuts are super nom nom! Highly recommend!

I honestly don't understand what other people are complaining about in the other reviews. Our experience here was phenomenal! Jason might be the best service we have ever had EVER in San Antonio. Food looked like it should be on Masterchef. Honestly 10/10!

Excellent service. They happily catered to my food allergies. I will definitely be coming back with a larger party.

Would I recommend Clementine for a nice meal? Yes, the food is good. Would I recommend the pricey $90 "Feed Me" multi-course Chef's Tasting option? Nope, order off the main menu and call it a day. A group of us went to celebrate a birthday and we sadly, did get the "Feed Me". When the main course came, They gave 6 grown ass adults 4 small pieces of chicken (drumstick, breast, thigh and the tiniest chicken wing) to have to determine how to very awkwardly "split" amongst the group. My dad wound up "sacrificing" his morsel of meat to the lot, like we were paupers. Why any chef or restaurant owner would consider this a pleasant dining experience for their guests, I do not know.... Needless to say, $300 later (for two ppl with adult drinks), we did not feel well fed and left wishing we had opted for FULL meals off the menus. At that price, we could have ordered a few dinners each. On the bright side, atmosphere was beautiful and food was tasty, just wish there had been more of it. If we were to return, menu only. If not, we will always have this funny story about how this very nice fine dining establishment expected us to split a chicken drumstick 3-ways.

The food was amazing and beautifully plated. My waiter Jason was so nice and offered suggestion on the different dishes. The beet salad was amazing with varying flavors and not heavily dressed. It was a beautiful presentation. I also had the carrot and olive oil tortellini and it was also perfect. The restaurant was busy and the service was fast and efficient. It is a little loud inside the restaurant but that is just me. Everybody was having a good time and there were a few large tables which obviously increases the volume in a restaurant.

Wow. That's really all I need to say. Make the reservation. Come with an appetite and be ready to enjoy yourself. It's a great experience from beginning to end. Like literally the moment you walk through the door. If it's only two of you I would highly suggest booking the kitchen bar table. You can watch them meticulously prepare everything. I went for the first time a week ago and already have another reservation booked for next week. That should tell you all you need to know.

Excellent visit for dinner recently. Try to get Dario as your waiter, he is great! Mushroom salad and beet salad were delicious. Cavatelli was excellent and garlicky. Had the snapper and steak and was excellent. All the dishes were masterfully crafted with awesome flavors and interesting ingredients. Highly recommend.

We chose the "Feed Me" ($89/ person) option- 6 course menu and the wine paring ($55/person). The food was good, but my husband was still hungry afterwards. The wine paring had 5 wines total. The staff was so nice and accommodating. Our waitress was a gem. The place super clean and cute. I think it was pricey for the amount of food and wine you get. I definitely think it's a great date night - but I doubt I would be a repeat customer.

This place is really really good. Just extremely loud. It's a small place so it's mind boggling how it can be so loud in here. All the appetizers and small plates were delicious, we ordered all of them. I think the oyster no oyster was the table's favorite, it was super juicy so we ordered more. Somehow even just their bread and simple dishes are so good. Flavors are complex yet simple and pleasing. Main dishes were good. The seasonal beef dish was very tender. The octopus was also tasty and tender. The desserts were great as well. The creme brulee in bar form was unique and super good. Totally worth visiting here

We booked a reservation for 7 online. No where did it have a disclaimer that was apparent that the Feed Me was required. Only closest language was "for parties of 6 or more, Feed Me menu option is kindly requested...". When we got there, we were told it was not an option, but a requirement. Immediate turn off. Wished we got up and left if not for the $50/guest cancellation fee. The Good: All three rounds of dessert was great The mushroom & chicken Salmon entree Quail and hushpuppies Pork belly was okay The Bad: Salads were all over the place. Lamb was so salty Green beans and potato's were drenched in chili oil Please be more clear that parties of 6 or more REQUIRE the Feed Me option and not lead us to believe it was an option.

Was in the area for work and a close friend had recommended this place. The restaurant is in an unassuming location and can be missed if not careful. The staff was very friendly and accomodating. I accidentally had too many guests on the reservation and also arrived earlier than expected. I was seated without any issues. The inside was cozy and quaint. The boisterous sounds of people enjoying each others company made me wish that I was not eating alone. I cannot do justice to adequately describe the dishes that the chef had carefully prepared for me, though the staff was able to rattle them off in detail (My apologies to Clementine). For dinner I choose the 'Feed Me' option which consisted of a 7 course meal of the chef's choosing, though can be modified according to dietary restrictions. While all of it was enjoyable, I was especially drawn to the spinach and kale mix which had a nice spicy and tangy savor. This family owned restaurant is really meant for you to enjoy the food and ambience. It would be a disservice for you and the restaurant to rush in and out and not relax, unwind, and enjoy the moment.

I consider myself a foodie, and this was one of the best restaurant experiences I've had in San Antonio, period. I was so in the moment that I forgot to take pictures. I decided to go with the "Feed Me" coursed dinner. Starting at $81 per guest, highlighting some of the best dishes they have to offer. Dishes offered: Ms. Julie's Beets gorgonzola dolce, no grain-ola, cocoa, grapefruit, aged balsamic The Flame Tart smoked bacon, sweet onions, friseé, bechamel, pink peppercorn Ricotta Cavatelli broccoli-top pesto, Sichuan peppercorns, toasted pecans, Parmesan Bycatch Snapper Drew's tomatoes, spring artichokes, shaved fennel, banyuls vinaigrette Strawberry Shortcake toasted almond ice cream, vanilla crumble, strawberry jus Service: Courses were spaced perfectly. But be careful to pace yourself. There was a lot of food offered, especially for the price and quality. All of the staff was super friendly, and worked together to insure we had the best experience, and we did. Ambiance: This place is a hidden gem. It's in a shopping center and doesn't look like much from the outside. It's a casually appealing with a 5 star experience.

Came in around 6PM and chose the Feed Me option for 2 @ $76 pp, $152 total. Wasn't busy and was quickly seated. R1: White Mushroom Salad ($14 from menu) Very clean salad with raw white mushrooms, cheese, red onions, pomegranate, and radishes. There was a lot going on and I appreciated how they tried to mix different things together with the tartness, sweetness, the savory, and whatever you call red onion flavor. Definitely wasn't a bad dish by any means but not that memorable either. R2: Peach Ceviche Dish had peaches in a vinegar with pepper and some fresh herb (I can't remember). The peaches were a little crunchy and had some sweetness in them but was overpowered by the vinegar. Loved the experimentation but unsure if I liked it or not. R3: Japanese Eggplant ($16 from menu) Deep fried Japanese eggplants with a Middle-Eastern-spiced tomato sauce topped with katsuobushi. Another dish that mixed different flavors that I couldn't figure out if it worked for me or not. I didn't really love it but I didn't hate it either. R4: Tagliatelle Loved the pasta portion and the cheese. I can't remember what the sauce was but it was neither a creamy dairy sauce nor a tomato sauce. The sauce was a little on the bland side but the pasta tasted like it was fresh made and was definitely done al dente. R5: Pork Belly Pork belly on top of a puree with a Balsamic Vinegar (I think) sauce. The pork belly was really well cooked (as in not too much but not too little either, not cooked well-done) and came out super juicy. Wish there had been more of it, considering this was the big entrée for two people. The glaze, I would have also wanted to be a little sweeter to pair with the pork. Pause: At this point, the waiter came and told us that a palate cleanser and a dessert were left. Each of the previous dishes were so small in portion that we were both still quite hungry and were expecting to have to stop by somewhere on the way back to the hotel. Coincidentally, the waiter asked us if we were still hungry and if we were, he could add another dish with no extra charge, which we accepted. R6: Country Fried Quail ($19 from menu) Came with 5 pieces of fried quail: two leg quarters, a piece with something and the heart (I think), and two livers. The two leg quarters were good, albeit a little heavy. The heart was also quite good minus the fact that all the batter had fallen off it and it was fried naked so it was a bit oily. The livers were left. The first liver was okay. Would have been nice to pair with something sour to combat the heaviness of both the liver and it being deep fried. When we bit into the second liver, our stomachs gave a negative reaction to it. The livers were quite large in comparison to the rest of the pieces... may have been deep fried chicken liver instead? Wasn't too happy that of the 5 pieces, 2 were livers. R7: Palate Cleanser Refreshing berry drink to quell our stomachs from the last dish. Just a small shot but it was good and much needed after the fried quail. R8: Crunch Bar - ($16 from menu) Ooh ooh, definitely my favorite and the star of the night. This plate was a cased bar of chocolate mousse with clementine sherbet on the side and some toasted hazelnuts. Loved the clementine sherbet (never had this before) and the chocolate mousse was rich, creamy, (insert more positive words like amazing). Everything paired well together here with the sweetness, creaminess, nuttiness, slight tartness. I would come back for this and order multiple. R9: Corn Cookie Small cookies that came with the check. Harder version of a sugar cookie with slight corn flavor. Overall: Clementine gives you a fun eating experience with the Feed Me option that mixes many flavor combinations together that aren't done commonly. I appreciated that each dish was well thought out and planned meticulously, including presentation. Perhaps my taste buds are not evolved enough to enjoy the avant-garde nature of the place, but most of the dishes left us quite confused on if we actually liked the combination or not. Great, novel ideas but may have tried to do too much and fallen short on execution for some of the dishes. Note: we did finish every dish, except for the country fried quail. I was also a bit confused as to how the Feed Me option was priced. If I estimate $16 for R2 (petites?), $17 for R4 (sideboard?), and $33 for R5, it totals $112 without counting R6, R7, or R9 (I would assume R7 and R9 are complimentary for a prix fixe menu). If we include R6 (which was not part of the original package and only added because we were still hungry), it totals $131 without counting R7 or R9. Not sure where the $152 is coming from, as my estimates cannot be so far off to cover $40 difference worth, or even $21 difference worth. Things the restaurant excelled at: Special shout out to the crunch bar! Service was impeccable and the ambiance was appreciated with an open kitchen and a cozy interior design.

Finally tried this restaurant for the first time this weekend, and it did not disappoint. Now I understand what everyone's talking about! The chef's combination of flavors are delicious, and the servings are just the right amount in which you can try a few dishes. I bought the food and wine chef's tasting, and was very glad I did!! The only drawback is the atmosphere and furniture do not have a cozy "dinner" vibe. Other than that, everything was great!

What can I say about Clementine, it was fabulous! My only regret is not taking photos of the amazing food. We've had everything on the menu with the exception of the chicken. Everything has been fabulous! Do not pass up the hush puppies, tart, beets or mushroom salad. On the sideboard we could not choose a favorite. The cavatelli was what I had last along with the okra and squash. They're all so delicious! Both salmon dishes are excellent as well as the beef. The service is excellent as expected. We are looking forward to our next dining experience. Don't pass on Clementine. It's crazy good!!!

Simply the best. Partners, Chef John and his amazing pastry chef wife Alise have created a real neighborhood vibe here. The food is exceptional. The service is amazing and warm. Not a bad item on the menu. And by the way, the menu changes every week based on the best available ingredients source locally.

Who would have thunk [sic] I would have one of the best dinners of 2023 in a small hamlet just outside of San Antonio called Castle Hills, Texas? Certainly, not me. But, have it, I did! Clementine's is this small, cute restaurant that is just magnificent; and that's not a word I use frequently. From the second us four diners walked into Clementine's, I new something special was going to happen! Their menu has this farm to table feel that gives you a sense of novelty and freshness, Our table chose their prix fix, six course dinner that ended up being several courses more, much to our surprise. Each course was wonderful: * The opening salad plate was a White Mushroom Salad Valley citrus, radishes, red onions, Pecorino Fulvi, pomegranate - really really good * Then came this beautiful Wilted Escarole braised lamb necks, peanut dukkah, pickled red onion that knocked me out * The Flame Tart smoked bacon, sweet onions, friseé, bechamel, pink peppercorn was a hit * The Beluga Lentil Chaat toasted garlic, shallots, crema, harissa - just great * Roasted Rohan Duck Breast XO Sauce, Sweet Onion, Raisin was crazy good * We ended this feast with Niman Ranch Beef market cut, seared & sliced, red wine Bordelaise sauce * Our dessert round were - a Clementine Crunch Bar, a Mascarpone & Fig Cheesecake and a Passionfruit Créme Brûlée This dinner rivaled some heavy hitters back home in Chicago, that's just how good this experience was! Without a doubt, when I come back to San Antonio (in April '24) you know that I will be here at Clementine.

Went to tea time on Saturday, we sat outside had a wonderful table in nice shaded area, the staff was amazing made us feel so special we had our poodle with us and they even brought water out for him, loved the tea I had white Christmas, the waiter gave wonderful description of the teas to choose from and the tray of sandwiches and sweets where delicious we can hardly wait to come back for dinner , thanks Clementines for making our tea time so special and we enjoyed a very nice champagne too nice list to choose from

Ordered a few dishes...started with their hushpuppies (not pic tured) but can tell you they were delicious. The yogurt based sauce was so yummy I could eat it solo. We had the fresh creamer peas and ricotta cavatelli...the seasoning/sauce left behind was so good we ordered the sourdough bread to "lick" the plate clean. Dessert was their signature clementine crunch bar... very yum and decadent. The server was helpful and the ambience was very cute and modern.

It was 1730 on a Friday afternoon. The reservation started okay, it was quiet and peaceful although the restaurant was small. Little did we know, that will all change and unfortunately, it got loud as it came closer to 1800. So, if you're looking for a nice quiet place, don't come here unless you come here before 1730. We had several things off the menu - Hush Puppies, Ms. Julie's Beets, Ricotta Cavatelli, Broccolini Cacio, Mt. Larsen Rainbow Trout and the Chamomile Brined Spatchcock Chicken. It was ... to say it plainly, disappointing for a meal that cost $144 + tax. The Hush Puppies were just alright. The Ricotta Cavatelli and Broccolini Cacio were much too salty. As for the trout, the saffron jus and artichoke puree just didn't mesh well together, perhaps what was missing was the salt. It was like baby food puree on the fish. Surprisingly the chicken also lacked salt as well. The best dish was the Ms. Julie's Beets and even that could have something more to make it taste better. Not quite sure if the cook was having a bad day.... What was unfortunate, was our waiter. The tables are a bit close together and I didn't appreciate his buttocks towards me while he waited for the other table to order. Sorry, just wouldn't want to come back here... I have more to say, but will leave it at this.

My fiancé and I were thrilled to try this restaurant for the first time. We've read the rave reviews online and couldn't wait. Our visit was, unfortunately, a disappointment, and we won't be returning. Upon arriving, we checked in with the hostess about our reservation, and were told it would be a while as their patio tables (where we'd reserved) were still all in use. No worries, it happens! So we waited patiently outside for about 20 minutes before a table became available. We were then sat at a quaint outdoor table and given menus, and then watched for another 20 minutes as waiters walked past us attending other tables, looking over at it, and ignoring us completely. 3 separate waiters walked past our table multiple times without speaking to us. Finally, a waiter (who we assumed wasn't assigned to our table) approached us to ask if anyone had helped us yet. First impressions are everything, and for being as renowned a restaurant as this is, we expected more. The waiter was generally pleasant, but also overexplained the menu to us (almost as though we were five years old--we understood that the last section referred to dessert, for instance). The food, once it arrived, was definitely delicious. We tried the halibut, the spatchcock chicken, the bacon tart, and the star of the evening, the ricotta cavatelli (seriously, I could bathe in bowls of that pasta). We finished our meal with the cheesecake, which was also quite tasty. Unfortunately, it then took equally long for our waiter to find us with our check (plates and wine glasses were empty, so it was clear we were finished). He explained that two of their staff members were out due to emergencies, which impacted their speed. We are definitely understanding of that, but to be overlooked by multiple waiters and made to sit as long as we did with no service was just incredibly underwhelming. Despite the tasty food, we won't be back on the basis of service alone.

Disappointing. We were really excited to come here after reading the reviews, however the food left a lot to be desired. The "feed me" chefs menu is excessively overpriced for the portions, and simply not very good. We had 4 "salads", shared 6 slices of salty, chewy steak and an uninspired desert. A good drink menu might have helped, but they only offered 2 beers, overpriced wines and limited low abv cocktails. Honestly, save your money and the drive.

TLDR - get the Feed Me menu, but be prepared to be there a while. This was the July stop for San Antonio Restaurant Club and overall it was a great experience! We chose to do the "Feed Me" menu since that felt unique to this restaurant and gave the chefs an opportunity to put their best food forward. The feed me menu comes with 5 savory courses and 2 sweet ones. Overall everything we had was tasty but they were some interesting choices. The first course was literally sliced tomatoes with seasoning, sauce and fried basil. Honestly they were very good but odd to have our first plate be just a plate of tomatoes. It was followed by hush puppies, chicken livers (yikes! Not a table favorite), cacio e Pepe, brined chicken, fried quail, octopus (10/10) and then desserts. All around unique flavors though some were a tough sell. The octopus though...I think this was off menu but it was FANTASTIC. Tasted like a buttered and sautéed scallop. Overall I would recommend the feed me menu for the experience but do know that it's a long process. Our reservation was at 7pm and we didn't leave until 10:30. They were extremely busy for a Wednesday evening but crazy that we were there almost 4 hours!

The carrot cake was to die for. But at $89 market rate for steak in a place so small that the tables are so close together I could hear the others conversations and the kitchen is also right there inside the same small room, I just did not get the hype of this concept.

First time visiting and definitely a good spot. We sat outside...don't recommend with the heat, but it was the only reservation available. For a table of 5, we ordered almost everything on the menu to share! Read reviews about the "Feed Me" option being small portions, so we just ordered all the things! We started with the Blackjack Point Oysters, Hush puppies, and White Mushroom Salad. The salad was ok, but the other two were clear winners and will be ordered next time. Next came the Spinach Ravioli and the Ricotta Cavatelli. The ravioli was the fav for this course, perfectly cooked. Followed by the Brussel Sprouts, Octopus, and Striped Bass. The octopus was overcooked, but the striped bass was so tasty. Ended mains with the Asparagus, Scallops, and Beef. Wish we had more scallops and the beef was super tender. Finished off the evening with Strawberry shortcake, Lemon Cheesecake, Clementine Crunch Bar, and the Passionfruit Creme Brûlée. Our favs were the strawberry shortcakes and the lemon cheesecake - definitely worth the full tummies. The hostess was friendly and super accommodating when we asked to move to a larger table. The server was just as attentive and helpful with our questions. Can't wait for our next visit!

Our second visit to Clementine and of course it was wonderful! The management, chef, wait staff...are such wonderful people! The food is phenomenal! You have to just sit, relax, and trust the food Gods on this one. Everything that's on the menu or on the "feed me" option is down right the best culinary experience you'll have. There's no more to say other than JUST GO... N O W!

Had a lovely time here! Unassuming interiors with a classy vibe. This resto was fairly empty at 5:30pm on a weekday. We had a reservation and got seated immediately. We went for the 'feed me' option which was $78/pp. It was a five course tasting menu with dessert as the sixth course. We got a mushroom salad as a starter followed by lobster. The Brussels sprouts were amazing! The risotto and octopus were tasty as well. I especially liked the tangy sauce that came with the octopus. We had a pre-dessert tropical sorbet to refresh our taste buds and it was pretty dense and flavorful. We got crème brûlée for dessert. To finish off, we got a couple of small amaretto cookies at the end. We paired our dinner with wine and the Blanco de blanco Chardonnay brut which was great! Service was fast and friendly. I will definitely return to try their regular menu.

Honestly, I haven't enjoyed a dinner this much in so long! What a delightful culinary experience. Each dish was a work of art. The service was exceptional. Dario was our main server and I think he is amazing and every other server we encountered was terrific. I can't quite describe the overall feeling of hospitality. The patio was pleasant and the restaurant vibrant and full of energy. Okay now the food, as good as any James Beard or Michelin star restaurant we have dined in. We had Julie's beet salad, the mushroom salad, the cavatelli, the red snapper, the halibut , and the carrot cake. Wow! I have a new favorite restaurant. Thank you so much.

Love this place! I've been here several times and the food and service have been consistently excellent. Really nice presentations with delicious, fresh, seasonal flavors. The mushroom salad and chicken are a must! The quail is also very flavorful and. The desserts are inventive, yet still decadent. I highly recommend this restaurant- I think one of the best in San Antonio!

Say no more best place I've had for a while thank you great experience, great service delicious delicious food. I am a flight attendant. I've been all over the world and let me tell you from São Paulo to Narita this is one not to be missed.

Show up hungry, leave hungry.... Got the "feed me"! It was an "8 course meal", which more equated to 8 plates of snacks. Do not get me wrong, several of the plates we very delicious, hence the star bump up to two! Only two of the plates are actually specifically portioned to each person, with the rest being shared at a portion that is barely shareable. Our waiter told us we would be full after opting for the bump up option from the base "feed me" price, well that is incorrect. Also, the entire table has to participate..which makes sense for plating reasons for the restaurant, but seems unnecessarily. Additionally, the plate course process was insanely slow. Between the first drop of food and the second smidgen of app was literally like 20 minutes. People in my party were very frustrated because they were hungry. All and all, I wanted to love this place, as you can see by the pictures the food is pretty deliciously plated, served, and is in fact very good..but can I get more of it? Do not get the feed me option, unless you not hungry and want to spend a ton of $$$. I know this review is the minority, so if you enjoy high class dining, spending lots of $$$ and not being filled to where you gotta grab a burger after - this place is definitely for you!

This place is pricey but worth the money. The food is absolutely delicious and of the highest quality. The ricotta cavatelli is one of the best dishes I've ever had. The staff is incredibly nice and knowledgeable about the food and drink. And the atmosphere is fancy-ish but not pretentious.