Reviews for Bela Vegetarian Restaurant

05/08/2024 - Disappointing
Last week we went to this restaurant, after we checked online that it was vegan. The website was very clear about "cash or check only". No other detailed to be aware of before visiting the place.

We arrived, went inside, looked around, read the menu on the wall, and waited. After a reasonable amount of time waiting and noticing that there was a table empty for the 4 of us, I approached the staff. The responsed was very rude and I was told I had to wait. Ironically, she walks to the door, were my other family members were standing, and greeted a person that just came in, sat the person and took the order.

Finally, we were sat at the table. We were looking at the menu in our hands when suddenly the chef at Bela restaurant in Northampton, Massachusetts literally thru us out of the restaurant.

The chef came out of the kitchen, walked to our table and told us that we were not going to be serve. The chef added that we were wearing a perfume and "I am not dealing with this tonight".

After a quick moment of shocked, we got up and started walking out. The one staff on the floor noticed we were leaving, and acknowledged that the chef told us to leave, but asked if we wanted to order to go. Obviously, no.

If the chef has issues with perfume this should be noted in a very clear and obvious way, online, in person and by the staff.

Let's keep in mind that none of us were wearing perfume or cologne. One of us had just put a some moisturizer that was Vegan no harmful, artificial or chemical add ons. If we had known, we would've made another decision.

Instead, the chef decided to humiliate us, and discriminate against a frail elder, a person with brain nerve disability and a retired veteran.

I have to give this restaurant -5 stars. Also, advice thst it us not handicap accessible, even the bathroom is down in the basement.

02/27/2021 - MenuPix User
Excellent great tasting fresh food-

02/16/2021 - Gary
The food is first-rate
And much of the food choices, are very filling!

07/31/2009 - MenuPix User
This place really is amazing. I wish I could take it with me when I move. Very down-to-earth friendly staff (yay for Paul) and delectable eats.

06/19/2009 - Pat
Great food, great service...awesome!

06/05/2009 - Jenn
Bela is by far THE place to go for outstanding food as well as service! Lily is amazing in the kitchen and Maida is the friendliest waitress you will ever meet! Everything is made to order with the freshest ingredients...plus you can bring your own wine!

08/19/2007 - MenuPix User
food is great especially the peanut sauce

03/22/2007 - MenuPix User
This is an awesome vegetarian restuarant. The specials board offers veg and vegan food that you can't find anywhere else!! Have you ever seen Pilipino Seitan on a menu? It is a very simple restaurant, not an upscale yuppy place. A very diverse crowd enjoying the incredibe delights!!!!!!