The Dove III Restaurant

I can't give this place high enough praise. The best Italian restaurant I have ever eaten at and one of the best ever overall. Don't miss this place if you are in the Melbourne area.

Carlo, Sam and the incredible cast of this ‘family felt Italian’ restaurant created the most amazing experience for our family; as they always do. This is our favorite restaurant in EVERY way. Treat yourself and GO ♥️ Vegetarian options: They make every accommodation and are open to suggestions! Dietary restrictions: They make every accommodation and even add suggestions. Kid-friendliness: They make every accommodation and even add recommendations. Wheelchair accessibility: They make every accommodation!

I can't actually leave a review concerning the quality of the food, service, and atmosphere, because my wife and I were treated differently than the four top that walked in behind us. We came early, 5pm. Yes, it was Friday evening, but we were hoping the restaurant was not fully booked with reservations that early. I greeted the hostess and asked if we needed reservations and was told no, but it's highly suggested because the restaurant is small. I agreed. The host went to check on a table for us and came back, looked ant her reservation chart again, then pointed at a table that was right next to the front door but it did not have chairs. It had a tiny glass table. It looked like a display and not a table to dine at. It was covered in couch throws and pillows . Since my wife is disabled, I wanted to check with her and see if she could get in the tiny sectional piece of furniture. As I was pondering, a party of four walked in and asked if they needed reservations and I watched in awe as