Café Clement, London WC2: ‘Tur... Note

Café Clement, London WC2: ‘Turns out it’s really rather good’ – restaurant review

Café Clement, located in Nick Jones' new St Clement Hotel, opened in June and quickly became highly sought after. Jones, known for his success with Soho House, is adept at creating buzzy restaurant environments. The restaurant saw immediate celebrity patronage, with stars like Stanley Tucci and Paul Mescal frequenting it. Despite the hotel not being fully open, with its rooftop restaurant Lunette due later, Café Clement received positive reviews upon opening. The author expresses curiosity about the restaurant's atmosphere on a regular weekday, two months after its opening. This is particularly relevant as celebrity visitors depart for holidays and the novelty factor lessens. The question is whether the restaurant maintains its appeal and energy beyond the initial hype and celebrity endorsements. The author's focus is on the everyday experience, away from the initial fanfare. The experience of dining at Café Clement on a typical Tuesday is the subject of interest. The author wonders about the enduring quality of the restaurant when the glitz and glamour have receded.