De Novo in Montclair Expands Menu, Launches Happy Hour

After opening its doors in mid-August, De Novo has become a hot spot in the foodie destination town of Montclair.

Culinary Director/Owner Demetri Malki, who transformed the former Upper Montclair Train Station into an inviting space perfect for a quick drink or well-priced meal, has recently expanded his regular menu, introduced happy hour specials and launched lunch service.

Malki gained a loyal following with his previous popular ventures in Montclair, Table 8 and D’metri’s, but De Novo is his largest and most ambitious venture to date.

“So many of my former customers, who I now refer to as family, followed me here,” said Malki. “I’m grateful for their continuous and loyal support. Owning a restaurant which serves as a warm gathering place for the community has been my dream for a long time.”

Under Malki’s culinary direction, De Novo’s eclectic contemporary pub menu focuses on quality and value.

From small plates and signature flatbreads to homemade pastas, seasonal entrées and an exciting catering menu, De Novo is designed to meet the needs and culinary pleasures of its varied clientele.

Happy Hour specials will now be offered every Monday through Friday, from 3:00 p.m. till 6:00 p.m. Highlights include beer in bottles and cans for $3; drafts for $4, house wines for $5, an assortment of cocktails for $6 and pitchers of sangria for $20.

Happy Hour menu faves include BBQ ribs, hot wings and flatbreads for $8. De Novo’s bar is open daily until 1:30 a.m.

The kitchen is open:

• Monday through Thursday from noon till 10 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday, noon till 1 p.m.
• Sundays De Novo’s kitchen is open from 4:00 till 9:00 p.m.

Free parking spaces are reserved for De Novo customers only in the lot at the intersection of Bellevue and North Mountain Avenues.

Information and photo courtesy of Diaz Schloss Communications.