Clementine
Restaurant · North Central ·
Globally-inspired seasonal fare with omakase-style "Feed Me" option
Globally-inspired seasonal fare with omakase-style "Feed Me" option
"In the age of looking up the menu on your way to the restaurant, it’s hard to imagine a dinner with a major element of surprise. But Clementine delivers it, especially with a chef’s tasting menu that changes daily. You’ll need full table participation to order this option called “Feed Me,” and it’s worth the $88 per person. On our most recent visit, we were bowled over from the first course: earthy yellow beets with sour grapefruit and cocoa nibs for a perfect salty-and-sweet balance. Other hits include the sashimi tuna with figs and tortellini in a bright orange carrot sauce. If the mains can be a bit more predictable (steak), the two rounds of dessert end the meal on a high note: think a key lime pie served in shot glasses with a graham crust chaser." - Kris Seavers
"Clementine is a globally-inspired restaurant in San Antonio. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists." - Team Infatuation
"Visitors to San Antonio often skip this Castle Hills restaurant, but the regulars pack the intimate dining room and patio every night. Who can blame them? The restaurant offers uncommon hospitality, a stellar wine program, and consistently innovative fare. John and Elise Russ, the chef-operators of the spot, don’t precisely define their ever-shifting menu, but curious diners can expect unfussy vegetables like carrots and green beans and surprising textures like trout roe served on crispy polenta. The desserts, especially the ever-popular Crunch Bar, are pure nostalgia." - Brandon Watson
"A San Antonio restaurant led by chef John Russ that was named a James Beard Best Chef: Texas finalist, reflecting strong culinary leadership within the state." - Nadia Chaudhury
"John Russ (formerly with Luke San Antonio) and Elise Russ (the two are married) helm San Antonio’s most exciting eatery, where they feature a popular omakase-style “Feed Me” option that lets the couple wow guests with thoughtful dishes like a white mushroom salad, fresh cavatelli with broccoli pesto, and buttered turnips." - Jessica Elizarraras
