Dover
“We wandered a little further and came across Dover, which ironically is Battersby's sister restaurant and normally does have a long wait.”
“The mushroom ricotta is extremely flavorful and the added raisins is interesting but finger licking good.”
“Every dish I've tried (the lobster, the cauliflower starter, and the butternut squash pasta) has been sensational.”
Dover
Takes Reservations: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Happy Hour: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Price range.
$$$ Price range $31-60
8 reviews
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My business partner and I used to adore battersby and wanted to try Dover. I was at first a bit stunned by the size as I had imagined it to be another quaint place. It's quite large compared to the sister spot.
It was a slow night – there were maybe three other tables in the dining area.
We got the tasting menu. I have allergies and described them to the server. It seems that didnt always make it back to the kitchen. They kept sending things I could not eat. Normally I dont mind, but with so few people and such reputation, I was a bit surprised.
The menu felt very on trend with every current small brooklyn restaurant. I had hoped for a bit more invention.
Unfortunately will not be back.
My boyfriend and I came here for brunch on my birthday, and I wish I could give Dover 6 stars – that's how phenomenal the whole experience was. First of all, I loved that I could make a reservation. There is nothing like having the assurance that you will absolutely not have to wait to ease the brunch hanger (hungry anger). The staff was fantastic – I was so thirsty, I thought they'd never be able to quench my thirst with enough water but lo and behold, the attentive server refilled my class at every gulp and I was satiated. We each ordered a bloody mary. I hate when bloodies are pale red and you know it's going to be so watery – these were the opposite of that, a dark red-brown that signaled their intense flavor. The coffee was also great. Foodwise, I ordered the egg avocado sandwich and the pecan cinnamon bun and my boyfriend went with the croque Madame and a side of crispy potatoes. My only regret is that I wished I'd went with the croque Madame as well, which was truly superb, cooked perfectly. I wish the menu had explained that the eggs were hard-boiled – the sandwich was still great, and I ate every bite, but personally I'm not a hard-boiled egg person and it would have been nice to have that flagged. In any case, not a reason to hate on Dover, since it was a very well-executed sandwich. The pecan bun was sweet and fluffy and the potatoes were crunchy and savory. It was a pricey brunch, to be sure, but the experience more than lived up to the price tag.
Excellent date night spot in Carroll Gardens. Intimate and warm ambiance. Friendly and knowledgable waitstaff. The steak was delicious and the cookie dough my wife and I were given as a to-go dessert was a perfect touch.
Beautiful space, trendy innovative brunch items, friendly service, small portions, a large bill, and I can't remember what I had. I think that says it all.
We came here late on a Friday night for a farewell dinner for friends who were moving to Europe and I think it was a perfect quintessential last Brooklyn meal. We strolled in wearing jeans, sneakers and puffy coats to experience really impeccable service and fantastic food; it was definitely high-end dining in a laid back environment.
They start you with two amuse-bouches: gougères and a super delicious cup of squash soup with some whipped foam on top. The only way I can describe this soup is a savory vegetal cappuccino, which sounds disgusting but was amazing. The bread they give you is also great and I loved the labne dip that accompanies it.
So far, this is only the free stuff. We ordered the tartare, the tagliatelle with peekytoe crab and the ceviche. The standout was definitely the tagliatelle; chunks of crab with a toothsome homemade pasta, all tossed with a lemon-chile sauce that made you feel like you were eating virtuously (I'm into pretend healthy meals).
Our friends got the scallops and the cassoulet, both dishes that were delicious in their own right but the real pièce de résistance was the roast chicken for two. I know, I know – you're saying to yourself "Chicken? it's basically seitan" but bear with me. They bring out the chicken first, as if to prove to you they are in fact feeding you a whole bird. Then the entree gets sent out in two courses, the first the anti-diet chicken salad, which is covered in black truffles and then the chicken breast covered in pan juices/crack sauce with grilled radicchio and a root vegetable gratin COVERED WITH MORE BLACK TRUFFLES.
The only reason I'm giving Dover four, not the full five stars is because on prior trips, we've had some of their recommended dishes which are less exciting; specifically, the broiled oysters. You can do bivalves better.
Came here for brunch and ended up staying for hours. It's the kind of place where you can't help but order that extra mimosa and linger over conversation. It felt even more enjoyable because there was no long line of people patiently waiting for us to leave so they could get a table. Maybe it was a slow day (it was raining) but I definitely prefer my restaurants on the emptier side.
The food was inventive and delicious but dishes were on the smaller side and the meal ended up being pricier than our typical brunch.
I did appreciate the super nice service. They didn't have a dessert menu for brunch but our party of 4 was craving something sweet so the waitress came back and told us the chef can whip something up and even offered to surprise us if we didn't have anything particular in mind. It was a nice gesture.
I'd definitely return to try their dinner.
Really enjoyed my meal here with some friends. Took a reservation which they said they don't always do around prime dinner times.
We had their parpadelle which was excellent! Tender duck and sauce was great. Also had their butternut squash app which was good too.
We had the paella, a little salty and oily for my taste. Scallops which were cooked nicely but there are so little of it. The duck and short ribs were really good!
They also give you little little tastings in between courses which is really cute and much appreciated.
I am from out of town and came at the request of some great friends who are local to the neighborhood. We came for a few drinks to start the night and wow was I impressed! The three of us sat at the bar. We ordered a bourbon drink that tasted like salted caramel (the name escapes me) and a drink the bartender recommended, a tamarind whisky sour, for me.
Both were fantastic, to put it delicately. The bartender, I believe his name was Jeff, made our drinks with care and passion. What a great person to welcome me into a new place! He truly is talented at what he does.
I would certainly come back just for the drinks and perhaps dessert next time! Highly recommended.