Awesome addition to Dover, there is something for everyone here. Kristen, the owner, is a phenomenal chef and has produced some spectacular dishes, along with some that are people pleasers, like their smashburger. We tried the pork belly bites, this is similar to a Filipino lechon kawali, and better than most Filipino restaurants.. Melt in your mouth and with crunchy skin. The plantain and carnitas was out of this world. Perfectly prepared, not carby, and easy to share. The drinks and apps were all a hit. The owner chef is on premise and very friendly. I love the layout of the floor, not crowded and conducive to good conversation. 5 HUGE stars! read more

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I needed a bite to eat before getting a tattoo done nearby so Gallivant was an easy choice. First off, the decor is neat, with comfy seating and loads of exposed brick. The ceilings are high, too, so it feels airy. The staff was quick to seat me and helpful with a menu item substitution. The menu is wide-ranging and includes many dishes for vegetarian eaters. I chose the loco moco and was really happy with it. The skillet was piping hot, which made the rice nice and crispy. Cool spot! read more

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Such a cute spot! My fiancé and I came on Saturday at 4:30pm and had our choice of seats. They have cute bench seating on one side, with loveseat couches on the other. Be aware, they do not have diet drinks - he tried to order a Diet Coke but they were able to offer cola from a Maine soda company. I tried the island style boba and was surprised to get popping boba in my drink. The drink wasn't too sweet and was very tasty! There was only one other table but I had to ask for a water refill. We started with the shishito peppers. I liked the extra saltiness but was not a fan of the how oily they were. The katsu chicken my fiancé ordered was well flavored but was more of tenders than thinner katsu. I ordered the crispy rice salad with shrimp added - the flavor was beautifully balanced and was just the light dinner I was looking for. We love the ambiance and wish we were hungry enough to try the desserts - those sounded super good. Next time! read more

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The interior of this place is enchanting! The smell just took us over walking in. The portions are perfectly sized and the price is right for the quality of food they're serving. Don't miss this gem in Dover! read more

I had high hopes for this spot after checking out the menu. The offerings are varied- not your typical local pub grub, but global flavors from around the world. It's something a bit different for our area and I was very excited to try it out... We finally visited for brunch this morning and it exceeded my expectations! Food and drinks were all phenomenal. We had the coffee milk punch (delicious and definitely has some bite), the apple cider sangria (drink special), Peruvian empanadas (app special and OMG- such unique flavor), Spanish Benedict and breakfast torta. I definitely let out a tiny moan when I bit into that bennie... just wonderful! Everything was also perfectly cooked. The atmosphere in the restaurant is great. I loved the pops of yellow, the wall murals and mixture of textures throughout- brick, wood, metal. My one suggestion would be larger tables for 2- it felt really small for my fiancé and I with our plates and drinks. Service was prompt and friendly. We will be back- most likely for dinner next time! read more

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We tried Gallivant Global Eatery at 442 Central Ave in Dover NH for the first time this morning. The parking available on the street is paid for via Flowbird parking app. We had to download this but it worked easily. Out front there are two two seat tables for outside dining. Inside is gorgeous! Well lit, beautifully decorated, and comfortable. We didn't need the rest room so I can't speak about that. The only issue is the beautiful sofas are too low for the tables they are set up with. Our server was friendly, attentive, prompt, and helpful. We started with curry tots and homemade date ketchup. Omg we could have eaten several dozen of these tots! Not too spicy but just enough that the slightly sweet ketchup was a lovely counterpoint. We also had breakfast Bao!! Wow wow Bao!! We adore Bao and order them when we see them in a menu. These did not disappoint. So good! Two per order and each is around three or four bites of deliciousness! We had a Thai iced Chai and a Matcha pistachio rose iced latte. The Thai iced chai was good, not as spicy as I would have liked but still delicious. I think I detected a hint of mint? It wasn't overpowering so it worked. My companion said the Matcha pistachio rose latte was too sweet and not enough Matcha tasting to their liking. I tasted it and liked it, but I prefer far less Matcha powder when I mix a Matcha drink. Both drinks were amply sized. The water served is infused with lemon or lime which adds a nice touch. Very refreshing. My companion ate the Tiramisu French toast and said it was heavenly! I had the Shakshuka! It was hot temperature wise, but when it cooled a bit I enjoyed it thoroughly. I wish there was more tahini crema and more feta on top. The little naan breads it comes with were lovely as well. This portion was large enough so that I was never hungry for lunch later in the afternoon. We tipped 20% which brought our total to $85.93. More than I would ever spend on a meal usually but this was a special occasion. We left full and happy! read more

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It's delicious!!! I feel so lucky to have found a locomoco!!! The food, service and ambience were great. I don't have any pictures. We ate everything... We will be back! read more

I really wanted to like this place! The menu looked so interesting. I got take out but the space inside looked welcome, small sure, but nice. I got the pork belly which unfortunately was burned. I had to peel off a lot of it as it was just flaking apart. It was tasty though! I also got the curry tots with a the house made date ketchup. I hate to say it but they tasted like ordinary tots and ketchup. I was disappointed. read more

Gallivant Global Eatery - a basket of fried tater tots - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dover, New Hampshire

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Amazing food & perfect cocktail pairings. Love Sunday brunch here for Shakshuka and a mimosa flight!

I love how unique and varied the menu is, really does feel like I could try a bite from all around the world. It's been so long since I've seen shakshouka on the menu, and halloumi fries! Speaking of, both of those were so tasty, highly recommend. The shakshouka had the right amount of feta, and the fries had this delicious herbal oil on them. The crazy burger was also pretty good. We came really hungry and the portions did seem a bit smallish to us, but it was great because we got to order more. The service was really slow, and they explained that it was because they usually aren't open on Mondays and were super short-staffed. read more

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OVERALL ASSESSMENT Great. Good service & interesting food. Everything is a refreshing twist, from the décor to the food. OUR PURCHASE -Curry Tots, $9 -Breakfast Torta, $13 -Food Truck Shrimp (and Grits), $18 -Spanish Benedict, $16 -2 tea specials, one hot and one cold, $6? -Iced Chai Latte, $6 THE DETAILS This is definitely what I want when I want something interesting and unique, not the same run-of-the-mill turkey sandwich. (Which I do love, btw.) When ordering, I wasn't exactly sure what to expect. But I was so pleased with the results. We were greeted immediately and felt instantly welcome. The restaurant is beautiful. It's such a perfect blend of international styles and comfort. The seating was unique and fun. We started with the tots, which were a great take on a staple. I don't like ketchup, so I didn't like the condiment. But I loved that it had a twist: date ketchup. In another life, I'd have been all over that. We each really enjoyed our meals, which all had fantastic presentations. The serving sizes were not huge, but were perfect. It was absolutely enough food for each of us. WOULD RECOMMEND? Definitely, and I genuinely hope Dover realizes and supports this gem. read more

Gallivant Global Eatery - Food Truck Shrimp (and Grits) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dover, New Hampshire

A must try tell everyone you know that this is the place to go. I was a chef for 25 years. When I first went to gallivant. I thought the menu was too busy. But to my delighted surprise they made it work perfectly. I've eaten there every week for two months now. Every dish every time I've been has been fantastic. Such a delight to have a stellar restaurant that thinks outside of the norm. read more

Service - excellent. Food - we had the brunch specials. Empanadas were not hot and lacked flavor. The pastry was ok. Bread pudding french toast was bland and was also only slightly warm in the middle. The yogurt topping was excellent. We thought they were warmed rather than freshly cooked. Both dishes had potential but were really just ok. Ambiance - the couches are too low for the tables. Again, potential but poorly executed. read more

Off the hook I loved that for breakfast I could make a healthier choice! Great service Great space Delicious! read more

We tried Gallivant Global Eatery for the first this weekend and were treated to a delightful surprise. The first thing I noticed was how friendly and warm the chef and staff are. It was refreshing. Friendly is great, but the food was amazing. The dish I ordered was a perfectly balanced blend of spicy pulled pork, black beans, sweet and tender plantains with a dose of spicy red peppers. The flavor was interesting and delicious. As one who loves to cook, I love to be surprised by creative arrays of ingredients and inspired recipes. This restaurant is a bright star on Central Ave in Dover. read more

This is a local gem! Highly recommend stopping by for brunch or lunch. They have a unique globally inspired menu yet my kids always find stuff they love too! We love going here for family brunch but I have gone for lunch as well. Everything we've tried has been delicious and they always have fun cocktail and coffee specials to try as well. The ambiance is amazing and the staff is friendly and attentive. Family favorites include the shakshouka, the plantains and carnitas hash, the curry tots, the pork belly bites, and the kids adore the bubble waffle. read more

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Delicious food and great service at Gallivant! I had the vegan French toast and it was perfect (not too sweet and heavy). My husband had the Benedict dish and it was flavorful. We also shared the curry puffs. They were crispy and not oily. We will definitely come out to try out other menu items especially the other vegan options. read more

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Unbelievably good! Excellent service and an interesting and delicious menu. The food is carefully selected according to the season and is beautifully prepared. So lovely! I can't wait to go back! read more

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Great food choices, lattes were amazing server informed us that all syrups are made in house and not heavily sweetened which was lovely.Friendly inviting staff. read more

The food was really good, I had the Tiramisu French Toast and it was delicious! Great option for breakfast. read more

Gallivant Global Eatery - Tiramisu French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dover, New Hampshire

Great service. Got a snack that was different, but really tasty. Got an espresso martini flight that was good. Get "Mexican Hot Chocolate" or "Coconut" read more

Gallivant Global Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dover, New Hampshire

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We stopped in here after running errands downtown AND WOW. The food and cocktails were amazing. I had Shashuka and I've been craving it since! Fantastic service and beautiful ambiance. Worth stopping in for breakfast or lunch, we will definitely be back. read more

Gallivant Global Eatery - Shashuka - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dover, New Hampshire

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Came here for breakfast on a Saturday, great service, friendly staff and the food was very good, the bao buns were soft and fluffy, the Thai iced tea was really sweet, if I had one gripe it's that there was a little too much plantains in the hash compared to the amount of carnitas read more

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Nice place, food amazing. Nice concept regarding mixing diff flavors from other countries, Mimosa was quiet expensive. Not worth in my opinion mimosas more than 10. I believe it was 13 and some drinks 15. So I pass on this. read more

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Just ate here for the first time and this was hands down one of the best brunch experiences I've had! The genuine friendly and knowledgeable customer service was top notch. Our server, Sarah, was sure to go over what my friend, who has a gluten allergy, could and couldn't have. All the food looked and sounded amazing, it was hard to choose what to order. The atmosphere was inviting, relaxed and very clean! You can tell the entire staff truly take pride and pour love into what they do! Will definitely be going back soon! read more

Gallivant Global Eatery - Boujie Jell-O shots were a hit! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dover, New Hampshire

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Great service and a creative menu. I had a boba mimosa and it was fun! I also had the bubble waffle since I'm Celiac. It was very good and took you to Southeast Asia with lychee jelly and tapioca pearls. The one warning I have is for other Celiacs is that they don't have a dedicated fryer so menu options are very limited. I think if you are only gluten sensitive, they have far more options. read more

Gallivant Global Eatery - Boba mimosa - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dover, New Hampshire

Really good food and service. The only knock is I got kind of an attitude when I did takeout one time. That seemed like a random case or a bad day, but it's always been great since. read more

Well second time was the charm first time I went here I was ignored and never got to eat and was at least 30minutes or more before close second time I went with the plantains and potato dish with the fried egg the egg looked fake like it was made in a playdough factory and kind of tasted that way too the potatoes were hard to chew and the plantains were sweet and yummy thing there was about the dish that I actually liked but I could have made myself and save myself $15 do to the fact that it took two tries to even get waited on and the food was subpar I would have to say I wouldnt suggest going here again except for the fact that those swings up front are cozy otherwise stear clear they need food that not only sounds and looks good but throw in the element of taste that's why I'm willing to pay more for taste this is a no thanks read more

This place is incredible. The pork belly bao was almost supernaturally delicious - enough so I ordered a second plate. And my Spanish eggs Benedict was a delicacy. My wife had some kind of inflated waffle with pockets of air in the dough, and wow...very interesting and tasty meal. I hope this place stays around for a few decades. read more

Great first impression! You would never know that today was the first day of their soft opening. Everything flowed well, service was fantastic, and the food delicious. Great ambiance. It was bright and lively, yet comfortable and relaxing. Can't wait to see how things really get rolling. Looking forward to going back and trying the Vietnamese coffee and more of their unique and tasty dishes. read more

We've been there twice and I already can't wait to go back. Today I had breakfast Hawaiian fried rice. The rice was well cooked (no hard bits like you find sometimes). Fresh pineapple, peas, ham and carrots finished with Sriracha and a spicy mayo. ​Perfectly cooked gooshy egg topped it nicely. Had a refreshing Thai iced tea with it. Great food, great people. read more

Gallivant Global Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Dover, New Hampshire

Unique menu with wonderful cocktails and a delightful staff!! I love the Spanish Benny and my husband gets the hash every time. Their weekend specials are always winners! read more

I got the Spanish Benedict, which came with the best hollandaise I have ever gotten in a restaurant. if you want fresh, well executed breakfast this is the place. Service was great, super friendly staff. Its great to see another amazing restaurant opened in Dover and I'll definitely be back in the near future. read more

we asked our server what kind of aïoli was on the dish, because we couldn't quite place a certain taste, and the chef very audibly scolded the server about giving away recipes and that she doesn't need to answer questions....get a different job Kristin. read more

Amazing menu and great vibe! Go here if you want very creative and delicious brunch with a global flair. I had the Spanish Benedict and would not have imagined how good it was. read more

We ordered takeout here for lunch and it was amazing! Well packaged, and the food was absolutely delicious. I got the shrimp and grits and the flavors were incredible, the shrimp was cooked perfectly. My husband loved the halloumi fries and my toddler loved her sprinkle toast. I also highly recommend the coconut lemonade- probably the best lemonade I've ever had. SO GOOD. We are very happy to have this nice new restaurant here in Dover, where good food is pretty lacking. I definitely think Gallivant was desperately needed! read more

We stopped in to check out this new breakfast/lunch place downtown and were pleasantly surprised with the cozy welcoming atmosphere, great staff and some of the most unique and delicious offerings around. Well worth the a visit and we have now been 3 times. My fav is the Spanish Benedict with beautiful olive bread, and perfectly poached eggs under a blanket of hollandaise and tapanade. My husband has tried the bubble waffle and french toast and declared both to be crave worthy but his favorite offering is the Mai Chai cocktail. Do give them a try, you won't regret it. read more

They've done a great job with this space. My wife and I went to brunch here last Sunday. They were busy in fact a little overwhelmed. It took a while before we were greeted and even longer until before we could order. I had the pork belly bao sandwich which was very tasty and we spilt an order of toadstones that was a good size. Unfortunately our server never entered my wife's entree order. The food we got was good and I hope this place does well. I also hope that they put more lunch items on the menu. read more

Went to Gallivant Global Eatery in Dover today. I couldn't wait to try the Shakshuka. It was wonderful. Also had Spanish Hollandaise, which was equally good, and the hot Chai latte was delicious. The staff is very friendly and attentive. It's a comfy spot and we'll definitely be back! read more

fun drinks, awesome brunch. I'll be back!