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A new ‘old school,’ New York-style Italian restaurant has quietly opened in Mayfair from former Soho House man Martin Kuczmarski. Formerly group COO at the private members’ club, Kuczmarski said The Dover is a place of ‘unpretentious elegance,’ somewhere for diners to enjoy classic Italian dishes and martinis into the early hours. He said the restaurant uses candles, double tablecloths, and employs a traditional menu, with dishes such as avocado tart, prawn cocktail, chopped salad, spaghetti and meatballs, and lobster ravioli. There’s no vodka rigatoni a la Carbone but that appears to be the vibe. In charge of the food is Valentino Pepe, who studied in Italy before working for Alan Yau and Gennaro Vitto.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 33 Dover St, London W1S 4NF, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 20 3327 8883
Website: https://thedoverrestaurant.com/
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Reviews
Carl Mendes
Celebrated my birthday at The Dover and had a fantastic experience from the moment we arrived. We were given a lovely table, and the service was genuinely excellent throughout. I also really appreciated the small touches — like taking your jackets without giving you a tag, which feels far more refined. Atmosphere‑wise it can get a bit noisy, but not in a way that stops you from hearing each other.
We started with the Zucchini & Sweet Potato Fritti, which was light, crisp, and a great opener. The Dover Martini was exceptional… perfectly balanced and one of the highlights of the night.
For mains, the Dover Sole was outstanding, beautifully cooked and full of flavour. The Parmagiana pasta was another standout, creatively put together and really comforting. Even the green beans were nicely done.
For desserts, the Cheesecake Brûlée itself was tasty, but I think it would work better served in a jar or cocktail glass so you can crack the brûlée without collapsing the whole cheesecake. The berries on the side didn’t quite land for me. The chocolate praline dessert, however, was absolutely outstanding.
They kindly brought out a birthday dessert, which was a lovely touch — though the waiter definitely needs to commit more confidently to singing Happy Birthday next time!
I’d happily recommend The Dover and look forward to coming back to try more of the menu, especially the spicy raw tuna starter and the cordon bleu main.
… moreWe started with the Zucchini & Sweet Potato Fritti, which was light, crisp, and a great opener. The Dover Martini was exceptional… perfectly balanced and one of the highlights of the night.
For mains, the Dover Sole was outstanding, beautifully cooked and full of flavour. The Parmagiana pasta was another standout, creatively put together and really comforting. Even the green beans were nicely done.
For desserts, the Cheesecake Brûlée itself was tasty, but I think it would work better served in a jar or cocktail glass so you can crack the brûlée without collapsing the whole cheesecake. The berries on the side didn’t quite land for me. The chocolate praline dessert, however, was absolutely outstanding.
They kindly brought out a birthday dessert, which was a lovely touch — though the waiter definitely needs to commit more confidently to singing Happy Birthday next time!
I’d happily recommend The Dover and look forward to coming back to try more of the menu, especially the spicy raw tuna starter and the cordon bleu main.
Michelle B
Beautiful restaurant in Mayfair but the food was mediocre at best. The penne arrabiata was something I could have cooked at home, the chopped salad was average (the avocado was not ripe) and the only thing that was decent was the branzino. Come here for cocktails and skip the food. The service wasn’t great either but the Welsh girl at the front desk was very friendly and kind.
… moreAnastasia
The atmosphere -wow! Very beautiful interior, great lighting, and music, all in New York 70th style!
The food is good, but nothing particularly special. Overall, I enjoyed my visit and would definitely come back for the ambiance.
… moreThe food is good, but nothing particularly special. Overall, I enjoyed my visit and would definitely come back for the ambiance.
Elen Alien
The atmosphere at Dover is cozy and relaxed — the music is not too loud, making it easy to have a conversation. We didn’t try many dishes, but the Quattro Formaggi sandwich was delicious and definitely worth recommending. What really stood out, though, was the staff. When I accidentally spilled my cocktail because of a wobbly table, Andrea kindly brought me a new one without hesitation and fixed the table straight away. That level of attentiveness and kindness made the whole experience feel warm and welcoming. I’ll definitely come back to try more from the menu.
… moreJulia Lu-Sellers
Splendid atmosphere, very authentic Italian cuisine. Beautiful and reasonably priced wines and friendly service. Make sure you have a reservation.
… moreNatasha Merali
Great ambience and excellent service. Starters (spicy raw tuna, beat and barley salad) were delicious. The penne arrabiatta was a bit underwhelming and heavy on the basil.
… moreIlona B
We came here for a birthday lunch on a Friday. The restaurant was full and atmosphere was great!
The service was brilliant from start to finish – all members of staff were chatty and the friendliness felt genuine.
The menu was brilliant – and all the food was delicious. Highly recommend prawn cocktail and the lemon pasta.
Thoroughly enjoyed and will recommend to friends and family.
… moreThe service was brilliant from start to finish – all members of staff were chatty and the friendliness felt genuine.
The menu was brilliant – and all the food was delicious. Highly recommend prawn cocktail and the lemon pasta.
Thoroughly enjoyed and will recommend to friends and family.
Sara TIMUR
I loved the architecture and overall vibe of the place. The staff were incredibly welcoming and really made an effort to connect. No pressure to over-consume, which I appreciated since I’m on a diet. The food was excellent overall, though I was a bit disappointed by the beef tartare. The rest was delicious! The venue closes at 2am on Saturdays, but it’s more of a calm, laid-back atmosphere than a party spot. That said, the setting is stunning and the wine was excellent. I definitely recommend it!
… moreJeevan Sidhu
I booked The Dover in Mayfair for my girlfriend’s 26th birthday. The staff were very friendly on arrival, and the dimly lit interior creates a lovely, intimate atmosphere. The restaurant is a bit tricky to find, but once inside it’s very stylish, with white tablecloths and a small, cozy dining area. It’s perfect if you’re looking for an intimate setting rather than a bustling, lively vibe.
We started with some snacks: caviar on potato (delicious) and a lobster roll—both were excellent. I had the pasta arrabbiata, perfectly al dente and spicy, just how I like it. The mains, however, were a bit underwhelming. I had a burger (probably not the best choice for an expensive restaurant) and my partner had a steak. By that point, we were full, and the dishes didn’t impress as much as the starters. Fries were standard.
For dessert, we had a cheesecake. I had emailed ahead to let them know it was a birthday celebration, hoping for a small gesture like a candle or a celebratory drink. We only received a single candle on the cheesecake and a verbal “happy birthday” from the waiter.
Overall, I’d give it a mid-level rating. The food was good, and the setting is lovely, but for a birthday meal, it didn’t feel especially celebratory.
… moreWe started with some snacks: caviar on potato (delicious) and a lobster roll—both were excellent. I had the pasta arrabbiata, perfectly al dente and spicy, just how I like it. The mains, however, were a bit underwhelming. I had a burger (probably not the best choice for an expensive restaurant) and my partner had a steak. By that point, we were full, and the dishes didn’t impress as much as the starters. Fries were standard.
For dessert, we had a cheesecake. I had emailed ahead to let them know it was a birthday celebration, hoping for a small gesture like a candle or a celebratory drink. We only received a single candle on the cheesecake and a verbal “happy birthday” from the waiter.
Overall, I’d give it a mid-level rating. The food was good, and the setting is lovely, but for a birthday meal, it didn’t feel especially celebratory.
Marko Spasic
This was our second time at The Dover and after the first time we couldn’t come to a conclusion since we only had drinks + we were sitting literally at the exit.
This time we made a reservation for dinner and got a beautiful table in the dining section, the staff is nice nothing more than that but for us everything else is amazing!
The food was great! Big portions and very interesting mix, we would recommend all of their desserts since in the two visits we tried a couple. Since mainly locals sit there the atmosphere was as it should be in dark themed restaurants, nothing too much but just as it should be, romantic.
… moreThis time we made a reservation for dinner and got a beautiful table in the dining section, the staff is nice nothing more than that but for us everything else is amazing!
The food was great! Big portions and very interesting mix, we would recommend all of their desserts since in the two visits we tried a couple. Since mainly locals sit there the atmosphere was as it should be in dark themed restaurants, nothing too much but just as it should be, romantic.