The Dove III Restaurant

Delicious!!! And I got free bread to take home !

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This is a consistently good place for a nice lunch. Four of us went on March 20. Kudos to the restaurant for providing a basket of bread to the table. The bread is fresh-baked, plentiful and irresistible. We ordered glasses of wine. The various house wines are good quality and come with a generous pour. Two of us had one of the specials _ fresh Atlantic flounder Francese-style with rice _ and it was absolutely superb. Perfectly prepared fillets, light and flavorful. The others at our table had eggplant parmesan and lasagna _ and enjoyed both. Dinner-sized portions on both. The staff wrapped our leftover bread to take home _ and added several more pieces. What a considerate gesture.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

We took are daughter here for her 21st birthday and enjoyed a memorable night! Great service, nice wine list, amazing food and yummy expresso martinis!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Lasagna Napolitana, Veal Marsala, Chicken Parmigiana

We have eaten at Dove III, on two separate occasions. So I judge a great restaurant by the quality of their pre dinner bread. And Dove is excellent. With bottles of great wine reasonably price for an upscale restaurant, fantastic soups, wonderful entrees. And did I mention that my wife and order one entree each, but because they are so large we have taken most to go with us each visit. The next days lunches are a joy. Deserts are wonderful. Oh and i started this review talking about bread. There is a box by the front door, and you can literally pop your head in, and grab a bag of same day fresh bread and take it with you for free if you wanted. It's just something they do for the community.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Veal Marsala, Dove Salad with Shrimp, Flounder Piccata, Veal Francese, Bread Basket

One of the best fine dining experiences. Food is fabulous..staff is wonderful, friendly and very attentive. We visit whenever we are in Melbourne.

Hidden Gem …. Left Happy !

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fantastic all

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Eggplant Parmigiano, Veal Parmigiana, Chicken Parmigiana, Sausage Rolls

I absolutely love this restaurant. My favorites are the chicken francese and the linguini in clam sauce. Soup and bread are included.They give you a house made limoncello (as a palate cleanser) that they should bottle and sell. It is amazing.Julie is my favorite server. This is definitely a restaurant I would recommended to anyone.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Carlo all the staff at the dove restaurant in downtown Melbourne are absolutely phenomenal. They make you feel like you're in your own home ordering eating and relaxing to an unbelievable Italian meal. Thank you so much see you soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Reservations are a good idea. The specials are usually super good. A very nice wine selection.They open for lunch then close then reopen for dinner.The only thing I didn't like was the phone ringing all the time for reservations I suppose.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Veal Parmigiana, Almond Cookies

On the evening of December 6, 2023, around 6-6:30 pm, our memorable dining experience began as soon as we stepped through the door. The hostess greeted us with warmth and enthusiasm, instantly making us feel at home. Our waiter, Salvatore, went above and beyond to ensure that our evening was nothing short of exceptional.To start, a delightful assortment of bread and sausage rolls was brought to our table, reminiscent of flavors we had not tasted since moving to Florida. The portions of the drinks were impressively generous, making them well worth the price. It was evident that no corners were cut in their preparation.Moving on to the appetizers, we decided to try the clams oreganata, a dish that is rarely found in this area. It exceeded our expectations, showcasing the chef's skill and attention to detail.Next, we indulged in the pasta fagioli, a soup-style version that differed from our usual preference. While it initially lacked a touch of salt, a simple addition transformed it into a delicious rendition of this classic dish.For the main course, I opted for the pork chop special, featuring a balsamic demi glaze. The flavors packed into this dish were truly extraordinary, leaving a lasting impression. The accompanying peppers, mushrooms, basmati rice, and peas complemented the pork chop perfectly, creating a symphony of flavors on the plate.Our dining companions also thoroughly enjoyed their meals. My in-laws savored the veal parmigiana, while my girlfriend delighted in the shrimp tortellini with vodka sauce. I had the opportunity to taste the latter and was transported to culinary heaven. Additionally, my girlfriend's grandmother relished the linguini carbonara. Not a single complaint was uttered about the food or service throughout the evening.This dining experience was unparalleled, thanks to the attentive owner and Salvatore, who made us feel like honored guests. I wholeheartedly recommend this establishment to anyone seeking an exceptional dining experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Veal Parmigiana

It was over a year ago, but non-the-less, it was our pre marriage anniversary, everything about the Dove was amazing!!! I seriously can't say enough positive things about the place. Going here was a surprise for my now wife, she loved everything!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The only dish I liked was the escargot. The house white wine was ok.The house smoked salmon was extremely salty.I totally disliked the shrimp fra diavolo pasta dish. It had a strong overpowering burned garlic garlic and tomato flavor, almost bitter, and a spiciness that wasn't to any delight. Total miss.The waiter was nice.I won't go back.

Atmosphere: 3

The service was really good and friendly. The portions were very nice and overall it was a fun experience.The bread was salty in my opinion as was the soup. Both of these were complementary which is unusual in a restaurant, especially the soup. Bread is usually served at an Italian restaurant.My main dish was chicken parmesan. It was good and there was enough left over for lunch the next day. Was it the best I have ever had? No but it was good.Overall I would certainly go back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 5

I have lived and travelled overseas the majority of my life and have eaten in some very good restaurants. Dove 111, for my personal taste, ranks up with some of the best in the world. Food, staff, and comfortable atomsphere, ...excellent with a home town feel.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5