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    Dove + Deer

    4.3 (197 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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    Mike M.

    One of the worst and one of the best experiences of my 14,000 mile 48 state foodie road trip on this day in Albany. I had this spot on my researched itinerary for their unique menu items. It ordered a Ratatouille Stack: fried eggplant, grilled zucchini, prosciutto, tomato, red onion, fresh mozzarella, balsamic pearls, and marinara + Chipotle Alfredo: corn, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, onion, mezzo rigatoni, spicy chipotle sauce, and pecorino. The stack has nice textures which made for a unique bite restrained on the salt despite the prosciutto. But one of my favorite bites of the trip came from the chipotle Alfredo as everything worked harmoniously with a hint of smokiness to bring it all together. The servers were great and the vibe was kind of upscale without feeling overly pretentious. Beyond happy to have tried this spot!

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    Jordan C.

    Dove and Deer is a restaurant that doesn't quite know how to find its identity. We initially came expect a solid option for a date night after browsing the menu and seeing things like risotto, short rib, and steak. Upon arriving we were greeted with much more of a sport/dive bar energy. It took about 10 minutes before anyone acknowledged any of us waiting for a table. They told us it would be a long wait for a table but we were welcome to a window seat so we went with that. Unfortunately we were sat next to what was a makeshift employee break area where employees were eating, chatting, and rolling silverware. The Brussels sprouts were okay but the burgers were both burnt outside and raw inside despite being ordered medium. Neither of us finished and we left promptly to get food elsewhere. Not likely to return.

    Tracey W.

    This was a cute local place huge space. Attentive service and good conversation. The drinks were on point they have huge bar with plenty of seating. We just came for drinks becuase there was no AC in the middle of summer but I've been told the foods good. There's also outdoor seating available

    Tofu Banh Mi
    Rachel J.

    Wow! This place is so very good. The weather was perfect tonight so my coworker and I chose outside seating. The service was good and the food was very yummy. I asked the couple next to me about their wings, which looked very tasty and they rated their wings 9.5/10. I am looking forward to eating there with my husband.

    Jessica R.

    Enjoyed sitting at the counter in the window and people watching while having a lovely meal. The servers were friendly and pleasant. Our food was very good. My burger was tasty, juicy, and cooked perfectly.

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    Jason C.

    What an excellent lunch spot! It's a must stop! We came here for a quick lunch spot after a tour of the state capitol. Well worth it! The Smash Burger and Chicken Wrap were great. Seasoned to perfection and very tasty! The house salad was ok nothing to report home about! Service and ambiance were great. I would return here for a dinner! Highly recommend.

    Kung Pao Bussel Sprouts
    Seth P.

    I wish it met my expectations, maybe I hyped it up in my head too much and they were having an off night but it really was a lackluster experience. I called earlier in the day to ask about the menu on the website which reads, "Autumn 2025." They said they are still using that menu although he corrected me on the phone and said fall/winter 2025-2026 which is what it actually read on the menu when we were in the restaurant, ok. He asked if I wanted to reserve a table, I had not planned on it but appreciated the suggestion so I did, table for two, 5:30pm. We arrived just before 5:30pm to a busy restaurant. The server who created us at the door looked around and suggested we sit at a high top at the bar. We asked about the dining room, she looked around and said there would be a wait. I mentioned I had a reservation for two at 5:30pm and she said that reservations are normally for groups of six or more and suggested the high tops in the bar area again. Our server in the bar area was polite and although he didn't seem super knowledgeable about the vegan items on the menu he said he would ask about anything he was unsure about and get back to us. The Kung Pao Brussel Sprouts came out first, very deep fried, very greasy, there was hardly any green remaining inside them. The Vegan Lo Mein seemed very light on the vegetables or tofu if there was any and the portion size considering the price. The fried tofu bahn mi was alright, the fries were some type of coated frozen fry and I am guessing, not vegan. We appreciate vegan items on the menu but I think it is important to be more clear about the ingredients and sauces. I am sure servers don't like getting asked a million questions and as a customer, I'd rather eat somewhere I don't have to worry about cross contamination or play a guessing game about menu items. Those large open tables for six against the wall we were told weren't available, yeah, they remained empty the entire time we were seated in the noisy bar area and could barely hear each other while sitting at a high top table, made to sit six people. Still trying to figure out the calculus on that one. Other food looked good going out past us but Dove & Deer is just not our cup of tea.

    Short rib
    Leo Y.

    It's been awhile since I have been impressed with a restaurant, and at first, when the short rib came out with a steak knife, and looking a bit dry, I was afraid that I made a mistake coming here. But alas, I had no reason to worry. Other than the very thin, outer layer, the short rib was moist and tender. The flavors and textures of the broccoli rab, butter, cheese, polenta, and beef paired perfectly, and the portion was generous. My wife enjoyed her burger, truffle fries, and off the menu drink. The server handled all of our requests with ease, and the place itself had a very welcoming, European bistro quality to it. Based on every table being full on a Monday night, this is a neighborhood gem that's well known and appreciated. We can't wait to come back here.

    Seared Ahi Tuna
    Austin K.

    Great Food, Shocking Customer Service -- Management Needs Serious Attention I visited twice -- first on Easter Sunday, where the food was genuinely excellent and the experience was wonderful. I was excited to return. However my second visit was a completely different story. As a party of two at a walk-up seating establishment, we were denied a table that was visibly open and available -- solely because it was a four-top and management wanted to "hold it just in case" a larger party arrived. No reservation system, no waitlist, no other parties walking in -- just an empty table we were not allowed to use. What made this experience particularly disappointing was the manager's demeanor. Rather than offering a warm explanation or alternative solution, the interaction felt dismissive, judgmental and unwelcoming. It left me genuinely questioning whether we were being assessed by appearance rather than treated as valued guests. Here's the business reality -- a party of two who ordered appetizers, two entrees, drinks and dessert on our first visit likely spent comparable to many parties of four. Turning away willing, enthusiastic customers to speculate about hypothetical future ones is simply poor business practice. The food deserves five stars. The management on this visit deserves immediate retraining. I hope ownership sees this and takes it seriously -- because the kitchen is doing its job beautifully. The front of house let the entire experience down.

    Danielle L.

    We were downtown for a conference and decided to try the Dove and Deer for lunch. The place is super cute, inside and outside. Our waitress was nice. But good grief that chicken sandwich was good! The salad was fresh and the fries were crispy! I was told the "smashed" burger was juicy and delicious! We both had hot tea with our lunch and had a marvelous time overlooking the sun washed streets lined with brownstones. I recommend you try it!

    Chicken Wings
    Jennifer L.

    A must-go! A group of us came for drinks and apps on a Thursday and it was a great time! There were 6 of us and we were promptly seated without any issues, although I'm unsure if they do or don't do reservations. They have great cocktails, the pear Paloma was delicious. They also ran out of some of their cocktails that night but our waitress was great with giving us other recommendations. However, their Guinness wasn't the best pour for our experience. We split the wings, truffle parm fries, and mini wagyu hotdogs, all of which were delicious. The wings are a must if you're deciding on an app and you can never go wrong with the fries! However, I think the mini waygu hotdogs could be skipped--they didn't taste like anything better than a hotdog and for the price and portion, you could definitely opt for something else. Otherwise, the bar seating and sports games were fun and they also have darts too. A great place in the neighborhood to get together with friends or on a date!

    Corie Y.

    Through all the years, I never made it to Dove + Deer until recently. It's such a cute neighborhood bar, I am not surprised it was packed in a Saturday night. A wide array of diners and drinkers enjoying their evening made a lively atmosphere. The cocktail menu was solid and I ended up with a gin cocktail as usual. We were only in the mood for bar snacks at the time, so we got some wings and Brussels sprouts. The wings were perfectly cooked and juicy, I love a good dry rub because it maintains a great crisp. The Brussels sprout had a great Asian flavor and crunchy peanuts. This was a quick stop for me, but I would definitely return to try more!

    Catherine D.

    The service was incredibly friendly and the food was amazing. The atmosphere was refined and fun. It was a great stop that will be made again. The only "issue" was it took a longer time than desired for the food to come out but the cocktails covered that wait time wonderfully! We all had the grocer and it was fantastic!

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    service was okay. long wait. food good. will come back but not on weekends. hard for us to wait that long.

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    Very comfortable and welcoming. The moment I sat down, I felt relaxed. The team is attentive and polite -- a real pleasure to be here!

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    Great food. Great ambiance. Great service. We had a family of 5 dinner and the servers were very accommodating.

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    Olivia is a fantastic bartender. Funny, engaging and a ball buster. A true professional.

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    This place is amazing! great food great service! Nick is an incredible host! will be back here ASAP

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    Excellent all around experience. Great food and great service, no issues and I've been here multiple times

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