The Dover is a New York Italian restaurant and bar at 33 Dover Street in Mayfair. Opened in 2023, it takes inspiration from the glamour of Italian American dining rooms and supper clubs, with low lighting, polished wood and a soundtrack that continues into the evening. The room is designed for long lunches, dinner and drinks rather than a hurried meal.
Starters and snacks lean into familiar luxury. Prawn cocktail, steak tartare, crisp vegetables and potato cakes with caviar can begin the meal, while cheese on toasted focaccia adds a rich and comforting option. The cooking favours recognisable combinations, generous portions and careful presentation instead of turning classic dishes into something unrecognisable.
Pasta choices can include spaghetti with meatballs, penne arrabbiata and lobster ravioli, alongside aubergine parmigiana and other Italian favourites. Dover sole, sea bass, fillet mignon, chicken cordon bleu and the house burger move the menu from pasta into seafood, steak and grill cooking. Sides such as fries, caponata and crisp vegetables help complete the larger plates.
Baked cheesecake with sour cherries, chocolate desserts and a changing trolley of sweets provide an indulgent finish. Martinis are a major part of the bar, offered in several styles alongside negronis, other classic cocktails and a global wine list. The combination of Italian American comfort food, polished service and a glamorous but relaxed room gives The Dover its distinctive Mayfair identity.
Address: 33 Dover Street, Mayfair, London W1S 4NF, United Kingdom
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