SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS (Sept. 9, 2024) – Jardin, chef Jason Dady’s elevated Mediterranean restaurant located in the historic Sullivan Carriage House at the San Antonio Botanical Garden, is excited to announce an entirely new dining experience, including new hours and a refreshed menu and weekend entertainment. Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 11, Jardin will exclusively serve breakfast, brunch and lunch, featuring beloved classics from the original menu along with exciting new dishes bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors inspired by the garden itself. With playful, garden-to-table creations, this brunch experience is as bright and lively as its lush surroundings.
"I’m passionate about creating dishes that are inspired by the surrounding environment,” says chef Jason Dady. “The new menu highlights fresh, vibrant ingredients that complement the garden’s natural beauty, and I’m excited to be in sync with the garden’s schedule to better serve our guests."
The menu, offered daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., will include Jardin classics, like their signature mix-and-match Mezze Plates, including options like White Cheddar-Stuffed Dates with spicy honey, prosciutto and pecan, and Bolognese-Stuffed Arancini with mozzarella and black truffle aioli, while bringing more of a focus on lighter daytime fare. Breakfast and brunch lovers can enjoy an array of savory and sweet options, including Dirty Patatas Bravas Tater Tots with Catalonian spice, piquillo-tomato coulis, garlic aioli and fried egg; Avocado Toast with soft-boiled egg, “damn fine” olive oil and Japanese inspirations; Tiramisu Pancakes with espresso-vanilla syrup, whipped mascarpone and coffee chantilly; and Blueberry Waffles with orange zest crème fraîche, lemon ricotta, blueberry jam and lavender coulis. Lunch items will include options like Beet Salad with labneh, pistachio and a fresh citrus salad; Lamb Burger with dill havarti, housemade mayo-feta crema, lettuce and tomato; Shrimp Cocktail with spicy harissa, zhoug, cucumber, avocado and pistachio; and Pan-Seared Salmon with orzo, cherry tomato, English cucumber, chickpeas, tzatziki, mint and lemon-garlic vinaigrette. Additionally, Jardin will serve chef’s daily inspired tea sandwiches on the weekends and a doughnut of the week, as well as offer a “Sprouts” menu for children 10 and under.
Jardin’s new brunch and lunch offerings will perfectly pair with a range of signature coffee drinks, brunch cocktails and indulgent treats. Guests can enjoy unique coffee creations like the Turkish Semolina Halva Cappuccino, made with saffron-pistachio syrup and crushed pistachios, or the refreshing Petal to the Metal Iced Latte with Nutella chantilly and rose petals. Jardin will also offer a decadent selection of boozy milkshakes, a fully stocked bloody mary bar and mimosa carafes with fresh-squeezed juices.
This shift in service allows Jardin to better align with the San Antonio Botanical Garden and its visitors, creating a seamless experience where guests can dine while immersed in the garden's views from dewy mornings to late-afternoon golden hours. Jardin continues to offer grab-and-go items in the garden’s gift shop for visitors looking for a quick snack or meal option. The garden leadership is excited about the change in hours, as it offers members and guests the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful morning moments a little longer.
“We're excited about the new brunch and lunch menu at Jardin, celebrating fresh, seasonal ingredients,” says Katherine Trumble, director of San Antonio Botanical Garden. “Guests can enjoy these dishes while taking in the serene and beautiful backdrop of the garden.”
Every weekend, Jardin will host Botanical Brunch Beats, a brunch activation featuring a live DJ from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Guests can indulge in delicious bites and music while surrounded by the beauty of the San Antonio Botanical Garden.
Jardin will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, timed with the operating hours of the garden. Reservations are not required but can be made online at jardinsatx.com. Dinner service will be available exclusively for private dining. Interested parties can email party@jardinsatx.com for information.
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About Jason Dady Restaurant Group Since 2001, Texas native Chef Jason Dady, a James Beard Foundation Award semifinalist and frequently featured expert on Food Network and Travel Channel, has redefined San Antonio's culinary culture. The Jason Dady Restaurant Group, led by Chef Dady alongside his brother, Jake, and wife, Crystal, includes five acclaimed restaurants and offers catering and events services. Concepts include Tuscan-Italian dining at Tre Trattoria, Texas pit barbecue at Two Bros BBQ Market, a Tuscan steakhouse at Range, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine at Jardin and authentic pizza and pasta at Tre Pizzeria in Boerne. Recognized as the best chef in San Antonio and named among the top 50 in the world by Texas Monthly magazine for his barbecue, Dady continues to mentor other chefs and encourages entrepreneurs to explore their ideas. For more information and details on each concept, please visit the website here.