Sam's Table , a cozy restaurant decorated for Christmas, with hanging lights, festive ornaments, and guests dining at tables, seen through a glass window.

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Street view of Sam's Table on a sunny day, the restaurant has a green awning and hanging sign, and pedestrians walking on the sidewalk in Montclair, New Jersey.

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Welcome to Sam’s Table

At Sam’s Table, our philosophy is simple: we celebrate the best of each season with exceptional, locally-sourced ingredients. We let them speak for themselves with thoughtful technique that enhances rather than overshadows their natural beauty. Our menu, led by Chef Sam Stymest, changes monthly based on what local farms and purveyors are growing right now.

That means every visit is a little different—and always incredibly fresh. We keep things intimate. Our cozy dining room allows our team to focus on every plate and every guest, creating an experience that’s personal, warm, and unhurried. It feels a bit like dinner at a friend’s house—if your friend happened to be an exceptional chef with a passionate team. We’re here for the curious eaters—the ones who love finding hidden gems and crave meals that are memorable, meaningful, and just a little unexpected. If that sounds like you, you're in the right place.

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Chef-curated & locally sourced menu

Thursday-Sunday | 5-9:30 PM

Our menu, led by Chef Sam Stymest, changes monthly based on what local farms and purveyors are growing right now. That means every visit is a little different—and always incredibly fresh.

Our 4-course tasting menu offers options for each course. Bread and dessert add-ons will be available.

This menu will be served Thursday-Sunday 5-9:30. Reservations are recommended, though we will accept walk-ins when available.

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Wine Options

Wine Selections & Bring Your Own Bottle

Bring your favorite bottle or try something new. We have a curated selection of Beneduce Vineyards wines now available in-house.

Amanti Vino also delivers domestic & international wines directly to your table. Simply use the QR code on your menu to place your order. Explore our wine menus below.

Beneduce Wines

Amanti Vino wines (for delivery)

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Private Dining

Where Small Events Make Big Impressions

Our warm downtown dining room was made for gathering. Whether you are hosting a team celebration, toasting the season with family, or planning a dinner with friends you haven’t seen in too long, Sam’s Table offers an intimate space to bring your people and share something special.

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Meet the Chef

Sam Stymest

Chef Sam is proud to bring his deeply seasonal cooking home to where it all began. After training at Hudson County Culinary Arts and working in kitchens from Manhattan to Cape Cod, Sam found his voice in intimate, backyard supper clubs during the shutdown. Sam’s Table is the next chapter — a 26-seat dining room shaped by precision, hospitality, and the joy of a shared meal.

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