Two Power Couple Chefs Unite for Clementine’s Annual Día de los Muertos Culinary Celebration

The heartfelt evening celebrates a day of remembrance, flavor, and collaboration. This year, owners John and Elise Russ are joined by pitmaster Esaul Ramos Jr. and Chef Grecia Ramos of 2M Smokehouse and Baked. Guests can expect this culinary takeover to provide an evening to remember with a novel six-course prix-fixe dinner.

Upon arrival, guests are greeted by the lively sounds of mariachis and Clementine’s stunning community ofrenda, set up on the breezy patio. Guests can join in the celebration by writing heartfelt love affirmations for their loved ones and placing them on the ofrenda. Those who arrive early can kick off the evening by exploring interactive beverage tasting stations, sampling a variety of wines before dinner begins.

On the menu, chefs John, Uri, and Esaul combine their culinary talents to create dishes inspired by family traditions, cherished memories, and festive celebrations. Guests can savor the richness of oyster Rockefeller soup, the vibrant flavors of cochinita pibil sope, tender smoked lamb necks, fresh and flaky Texas snapper, and perfectly seasoned smoked tri-tip. Each dish crafted to delight the senses and honor cultural heritage.

To close the evening, Elise and Grecia will present a selection of classic Día de los Muertos inspired desserts. Guests can look forward to creative takes on traditional flavors, from rich pan de muerto and seasonal calabaza creations to playful mini sundaes and sweet mignardises. 

This one-night-only curated menu is available exclusively for the Day of the Dead dinner. Reservations are required and can be booked for $135 per person (excluding tax and gratuity) via OpenTable HERE. For a more elevated experience, guests can opt for a wine pairing with each course for only $65.

Clementine’s Día de los Muertos dinner honors loved ones while bringing the community together through food and shared experiences. 

For more information on Clementine and to view the restaurant’s weekly rotating menu, visit their website or follow them on Instagram at @clementine.sanantonio.

Opened in 2018 in the Castle Hills community of San Antonio, Clementine is a family-owned neighborhood restaurant serving seasonal, innovative eats in a modern and lively atmosphere. Led by Chef John Russ, a 2023 James Beard Award Nominee for Best Chef: Texas, and Pastry Chef Elise Russ, the menu features bold, globally inspired flavors through a rotating selection of small plates, generous platters, produce-forward “sideboard” options, and nostalgic, imaginative desserts.

Many guests choose the signature Feed Me—a six-course, family-style dining experience where Chef Russ and team create a personalized menu for the table based on seasonal ingredients and creative pairings. In addition to dinner service Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Clementine offers lunch on the third Friday of every month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Clementine is also home to The Juice Box, a sommelier- and Chef Russ–curated monthly wine club showcasing unexpected, highly drinkable bottles to be enjoyed at home. For special occasions, the restaurant is available for private buyouts, offering a warm, intimate setting for all kinds of celebrations. Clementine @Home extends the experience even further, with a fully staffed, in-home dining service that brings Clementine’s hospitality and flavor to your table.

Ranked one of the top two best restaurants in San Antonio by the San Antonio Express-News, Clementine is located at 2195 NW Military Highway, San Antonio, TX 78213. For more information, call (210) 503-5121 or visit www.clementine-sa.com. Follow on Instagram @clementine.sanantonio and like on Facebook @Clementine.SanAntonio.

 - 2021 Best Restaurant by San Antonio Magazine
- 2024 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards Winner Neighborhood Restaurant of the Year 
- 2025 Clementine ranked #2 in the city on San Antonio Express-News “Top 50 Restaurants”
- 2025 San Antonio Business Journal Impact Award