Visit
Come find the green door.
We're in Center Square, two blocks from Lark Street and a short walk from the Capitol. Hours below
Hours
| Brunch | Sat–Sun | 10am–3pm |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch | Mon–Fri | 11am–3pm |
| Dinner | Daily | 4pm–10pm · Sun until 9pm |
| Dove After Dark | Fri–Sat | 10pm–1am |
A lit lamp means it’s happening right now. Holiday hours may differ — call ahead on the big ones.
Find Us
32 Dove St, Albany, NY 12210
Street parking on Dove, State, and Chestnut. The 1854 brownstone with the sign — you can't miss the antlers.
Outdoor seating
When Albany gets a nice day, the tables come out.
Say Hello
518-487-4467
Walk-ins are the house tradition. Bringing six or more? Call ahead and we'll have the long table waiting — same goes for private events.
Plan your arrival
Parking around Dove + Deer
Find us at 32 Dove Street. These nearby street parking areas are about a five minute walk or less, depending on your space and pace.
Dove Street, State to Chestnut
1–3 minFree street parking
Closest neighborhood spaces. Check the side-of-street signs for cleaning and weekday permit limits.
Show on map — Dove Street, State to Chestnut (opens in a new tab)Chestnut Street near Dove
2–4 minFree street parking
A useful backup on the blocks toward Lark or South Swan. Observe posted permit and cleaning restrictions.
Show on map — Chestnut Street near Dove (opens in a new tab)Jay Street near Dove
3–5 minFree street parking
Neighborhood curb spaces; weekday nonresident parking can be limited to two hours in signed permit zones.
Show on map — Jay Street near Dove (opens in a new tab)State Street metered spaces
1–5 minPaid street parking
Look for signed meters heading east from Dove toward South Swan. On-street meters are generally free after 5pm and on weekends.
Show on map — State Street metered spaces (opens in a new tab)Washington Avenue near Dove
4–5 minPaid street parking
Additional signed metered spaces north of the restaurant; pay by kiosk or ParkAlbany where indicated.
Show on map — Washington Avenue near Dove (opens in a new tab)Before leaving your car: Read the signs at your exact space. Permit limits, street cleaning, temporary restrictions, and meter hours vary by block. In residential permit areas, nonresidents have a two hour total weekday limit from 8am–6pm (except holidays). City permit rules · Meter information
Around the neighborhood & beyond
Make a day of Albany.
A walk in the park, an afternoon with the arts, or a night at the theatre. There’s plenty to explore before or after your stop at Dove + Deer.
Fresh air
Washington Park
Wander the paths, pause by the lake, and take in Albany’s historic park. A little fresh air pairs well with a long brunch.
Explore the park — Washington Park (opens in a new tab)Art & history
Albany Institute of History & Art
Hudson River School paintings, changing exhibitions, and stories of the region, all on Washington Avenue. Leave a little room in your afternoon to explore.
Plan a museum visit — Albany Institute of History & Art (opens in a new tab)Albany landmarks
New York State Capitol & Empire State Plaza
Discover the Capitol’s grand architecture, then explore the Plaza’s public art and open spaces. Check the official visitor guide for tours and access.
Explore the Capitol & Plaza — New York State Capitol & Empire State Plaza (opens in a new tab)Performing arts
The Egg
An unmistakable Albany landmark with live performances inside. Make an evening of it with dinner in Center Square and a show at the Plaza.
See what’s on — The Egg (opens in a new tab)Music & comedy
Palace Theatre
Concerts, comedy, films, and Albany Symphony performances fill the calendar at this downtown theatre. Join us for a bite before the curtain goes up.
Browse upcoming shows — Palace Theatre (opens in a new tab)Sports & live events
MVP Arena
From concerts to game nights, the arena on South Pearl Street gives you another reason to head downtown. Start your evening around our table.
Find an event — MVP Arena (opens in a new tab)
Find current hours, tickets, and event schedules on each attraction’s website.
Skip the Wait
Dinner at your door.
The full menu is available for pickup and delivery through our online ordering — burgers travel well, and the truffle parm fries barely make it home.
Order OnlineTake Us Home
Wear the antlers.
Dove + Deer tees, hoodies, and goods for the superfans — made with our friends at Honey Pow Wow.
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