Serving the Long Island Community for Over 100 Years

1910

Dover Delicatessen

Butch Yamali, founder of the Dover Group, began his career in the restaurant industry at the age of 14 working at the Dover Delicatessen at 683 Lexington Avenue in New York City, owned and operated by his father, Abraham Yamali. The Dover Delicatessen operated in Manhattan from 1910 through 1990, and not only served many celebrities but employed famous actor Sylvester Stallone who delivered sandwiches while attending acting school.

1976

Founded Dover Caterers

In 1976 Dover Caterers was born — an off-premise catering service that now hosts over 200 events annually. Dover Caterers caters any event, no matter the size, providing rentals, food, beverages, tents, and waitstaff. Events range from 50 to 20,000 people, including the Long Island Marathon and NCAA Swim Meets.

1990

Carnival Ice Cream

In 1990, Butch Yamali launched his franchise by purchasing a single ice cream truck operating as Carnival Ice Cream. At its peak he ran 55 trucks across Nassau County, becoming Long Island's largest ice cream distributor and the official distributor of Good Humor, Breyers, Ben & Jerry's, and Sealtest products.

1994

Founded Quick Snack Vending

In 1994, Butch Yamali grew his enterprise into vending and snack services with Quick Snack Vending. With over 1,200 machines across Long Island — concession stands, college campuses, hospitals, and recreational facilities — it became one of the largest quick service providers on Long Island.

2008

Malibu Shore Club & Raay-Nor's Revival

In 2008 the Dover Group took ownership of the Malibu Shore Club in Lido Beach. A $10M investment modernized 600+ beach cabanas, the resort exterior and interior, and renovated tennis courts, a clam bar, and arcade. That same year, Butch revived Raay-Nor's Famous Fried Chicken — a 70-year Baldwin staple that had closed in 2005.

2011

The Coral House, Hudsons on the Mile, Dream Events

In 2011 Butch purchased the historic Coral House in Baldwin, hosting over 1,200 parties annually. He also acquired Hudsons on the Mile in Freeport with its rooftop deck and seafood menu, and formed Dream Events — a full-service event planning and production company recognized by Bride and Groom Magazine.

2014

Maple Maintenance & Peter's Clam Bar

Maple Maintenance & Construction Corporation expanded the Dover Group into new home construction and renovations. The same year, after Superstorm Sandy submerged the dining room, Peter's Clam Bar was restored after two years of renovation and reopened in 2014 — today hosting family meals, events, and fundraisers.

2016

The Milleridge Inn Renovation

Originally built in 1676, the Milleridge Inn is one of the oldest continually operating food establishments in the United States. In 2016 the Dover Group took it over, preserving its historic ambiance and shops while renovating mechanical systems, bathrooms, the roof, and the cottage.

2017

Founded Dover Beverage

In 2017 the Dover Group launched Dover Beverage as a leading Pepsi distributor, growing into the largest Pepsi distributor in New York State — delivering millions of beverages and selling over a million cases annually.

2022

Nickerson Beach Restoration

In 2022 the Dover Group took on a multi-million dollar renovation at Nickerson Beach, including a 9-hole golf course, cabanas, pools, and other recreational activities.