The Dove III Restaurant is closed indefinitely Info
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Takeout
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Dine-in
Highlights
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Great coffee
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Solo dining
Accessibility
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Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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Wheelchair accessible restroom
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Wheelchair accessible seating
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Hard liquor
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Healthy options
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Wine
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Lunch
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Seating
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Restroom
Atmosphere
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Cozy
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Romantic
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Trendy
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Upscale
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Family-friendly
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Tourists
Planning
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Dinner reservations recommended
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Accepts reservations
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
Children
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High chairs
Parking
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Free street parking
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Parking
Best KPortal Reviews
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.
Dove III Italian Restaurant was a spontaneous Thursday night pick after finding our go-to spot closed. Trattoria Bella's Thursday shutdown led us to Dove III, a place I'd been curious about. We got seated right away, and the service was top-notch. They kicked things off with an assortment of bread that was a delicious start, but the free limoncello missed the mark--it tasted more like thick simple syrup with a faint lemony hint. The pasta fagioli soup as the included started was quite tasty. The house Pinot Noir was a good option and the pour was heavy, so I definitely was pleased. My husband had the Italian Margarita. He said it was very good and strong.
I went for the flounder francese from their specials, but the dish didn't quite hit the spot. It looked kinda off with its weird yellowish tint and tasted heavy on butter but light on lemon. Not something I'd order again. My husband's lasagna was well-made, but the ground beef being placed as rolled logs instead of the usual crumble was a bit odd for us.
The vibe was great, and the service was stellar, but unfortunately, the food didn't quite meet our expectations. Perhaps we ordered the wrong items or maybe it was an off night but Dove III Italian Restaurant will not make it onto our revisit list anytime soon.
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.
The Dove III Restaurant-836 E. New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL 32901
5 Stars
The Dove offers the promise of Italian classics and Neapolitan entrees, all served with pasta fagioli soup, in a warm and elegant room.
Ostensibly, out of the myriad of various cuisine types, it can easily fall to the assumption that Italian fare would be amongst the easiest to execute. Regrettably, however, the greatest failures, as well as most “swill alerts” manifest in the Italian food oeuvre. It may further withstand scrutiny and argument that because such sentiments and appraisals are quite prevalent, none of us in the connoisseur community would stand accused of malversation, casting a pall over the entire Italian food genre. Thankfully and with much aplomb, I am delighted to report that this is not at all the case with the Dove. It is in a well-deserved class of its own.
Carlo Mattiello, the owner of the establishment is one whom I would undoubtedly regard as the consummate restauranteur. He takes tremendous pride and exceptional care in his unyielding efforts, to deliver first-rate, flavorful and savory Italian victuals. Mr. Mattiello has faithfully, successfully, and consistently fulfilled this goal, with the utmost distinction. He towers high above, as its standard bearer.
Kevin is our quintessential waiter. He has most certainly established the metric, set the bar, and is definitively the very embodiment of an extraordinary server, one whom all other young service staff should strive to emulate. Kevin has made the second quarter, top five service list.
My order consisted of the giant meatball and chateaubriand, served with pasta fagioli. This was rich and stunning. Fresh bread and sausage rolls: everything presented here is arranged with meticulous attention to detail. It is authentically prepared, wrapped in an essence, imbued with unmistakable passion, and nurtured with infinite warmth; this is further permeated by the undeniably genuine cuisine that has been carefully cooked, expertly crafted, and painstakingly assembled with unqualified love and care.
The service is truly impeccable, and the food is simply outstanding.
The Big Boy Says, “Top five, must go.”
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.
Nice atmosphere. Good service. The sauce on my linguini with clams definitely need tightened. The shrimp diavolo was solid. Overall good spot.
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.
We had a lovely experience at dinner tonight. I called last night, and spoke with Carlo who said he would find us a table despite them being fully booked! We were so excited since we were visiting from Orlando for a staycation and hadn’t been back since 2014. The food was marvelous, well-cooked and tasty! The linguini carbanora is out of this world and a “MUST HAVE” if you dine here! The complimentary bread and pasta fagioli are delicious.
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