Castle Hills’ beloved neighborhood restaurant, Clementine, is closing out the year with a fresh lineup of culinary events and the return of community favorites. Kicking off on a high note, guests can look forward to a Champagne Magnum Dinner, followed by a series of exclusive, curated dinners designed for only 12 guests each night.
WHAT:
Champagne Magnum Dinner
San Antonio locals are invited to toast the end of 2025 in sparkling style. On Dec. 4 at 7 p.m., the restaurant will host a pre-set five-course dinner, paired with a sparkling glass of champagne poured from magnum bottles.
Chefs John and Elise take guests on a flavorful tour of global regions, presenting timeless dishes reimagined with Clementine’s distinctive touch. Highlights include Lay’s Potato Chip Tortilla Española, Linguine alle Vongole, and Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Biscuits. The evening concludes with a sweet finale, a Pink Apple Almond Tart.
Seats for the restaurant’s final magnum dinner of the year are limited and require a reservation. Guests may book through OpenTable.
The Twelve-Seat Beef Wellington Experience
From Dec. 12 through Dec. 30, the restaurant will welcome the highly anticipated return of its Beef Wellington to the menu. This limited-time offering will be available to only twelve guests per night and is priced at $105 per person.
Patrons can secure a seat by booking in advance on OpenTable and adding “Beef Wellington” in the reservation notes.
Truffle Feed Me
From Dec. 18 through Dec. 30, Clementine will debut its limited-time Truffle Feed Me experience. Each evening, the chefs will craft an exclusive five-course prix-fixe menu that celebrates the textures and flavors of truffle, highlighting seasonal ingredients, chef-driven creativity, and the restaurant's signature style.
This intimate culinary experience is limited to 12 guests per night, offering a personalized and memorable journey centered on one of the season’s most luxurious ingredients.
Patrons can secure a seat by booking in advance on OpenTable and adding “Truffle Feed Me” in the reservation notes.
Patio & Pearls
The final Patio & Pearls celebration of 2025 returns on Thursday, Dec. 18. The evening offers freshly shucked oysters, an extensive wine selection, live entertainment by Chris Guerrero, and the opportunity to order from Clementine’s dinner menu.
A long-loved tradition for returning guests and a welcoming introduction for first-timers, it’s an ideal setting for unwinding and connecting. With no cover charge, guests are invited to arrive early, stay late, and savor an enchanting night under the open sky.
Friday Lunch: Holiday Edition
The restaurant's one-day-only lunch will take place on Friday, Dec. 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This December, the Clementine team is celebrating the holiday season with a joyful, curated menu filled with festive, seasonal flavors.
Tickets are priced at $59 per person. Reservations are encouraged, and guests hoping to enjoy this month’s exclusive lunch may secure their seat via OpenTable.
The Clementine Countdown Dinner: NYE
Chefs John and Elise Russ welcome guests to the final dinner service of 2025, featuring a specially curated four-course prix-fixe menu served from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. To celebrate the arrival of a new year, each guest will enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne — the perfect way to toast 2026.
For each course, guests may choose between two signature Clementine dishes. Menu highlights include truffle and white bean cream, country-fried quail, cacio e pepe, and Barolo-braised beef short rib, among other seasonal offerings. Seating for the New Year’s dinner service is limited, and patrons are encouraged to make a reservation via OpenTable.
WHEN:
Champagne Magnum Dinner
7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, December 4
7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, December 4
The Twelve-Seat Beef Wellington Experience
Limit 12 per service, Friday, December 12 through Tuesday, December 30
Limit 12 per service, Friday, December 12 through Tuesday, December 30
Truffle Feed Me
Limit 12 per service, Thursday, December 18 through Tuesday, December 30
Limit 12 per service, Thursday, December 18 through Tuesday, December 30
Patio & Pearls
7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, December 18
7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, December 18
Friday Lunch: Holiday Edition
11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday, December 19
11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday, December 19
The Clementine Countdown Dinner: NYE
5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday, December 31
5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday, December 31
WHERE:
Clementine
2195 Northwest Military Highway
Castle Hills, TX 78213
2195 Northwest Military Highway
Castle Hills, TX 78213
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About Clementine
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 offers private buyouts, providing 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.
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 offers private buyouts, providing 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.