This is a very small local favorite. Reservations are highly recommended for a table. The bar seats quite a few but is extremely noisy. We visited on a Monday in October and there was a line to enter before they opened at 5. The food was excellent and service was quick.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristen
We were really excited to eat here after hearing about it from a foodie friend who highly recommended it. Unfortunately this experience was a big miss for us. The music at the bar was so loud it made the dining room feel chaotic. The waitress was 0% affable. We were in and out in 35 minutes. Not exactly the relaxing Saturday night Italian dinner we had in mind. The best parts of this meal were the wine and the citrus salad. My dinner was a pound of pasta thrown in a dish with sauce that was like a dry Alfredo (was supposed to be carbonera) and there was almost no pancetta. Both pasta dishes had little flavor (the other being marinara). When they were brought out to us the man delivering them had his hands on the side of the bowl. They were very busy and seemed ill equipped to deal with it. Maybe I’m missing something here because a lot of the reviews are great but this just was not a good experience all the way around.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
M G
Usually 5 out of 5, landed a crotchety old lady for a server this time though.
This is a fantastic local bar. The food is always excellent!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Riggs
Bells Tavern is an absolute gem! This place is super sexy, with a warm and inviting atmosphere that sets the perfect mood for a night out. Though we had reservations at another restaurant, the vibe here was so irresistible that we can't wait to come back and dine. The food looked incredible, and the highlight of the evening for me was the coconut margarita—it was absolutely delicious! From the stylish decor to the impressive cocktail menu, everything about Bella Tavern was top-notch. I can’t recommend it enough!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
William P Stanell
Bells. A landmark in Lambertville great food either sit at the bar and eat, or sit in the dining room behind the bar. Great Staff.
P G
2024 Update: Hadn’t been there for sometime after we moved. We had the worst steak and terrible service. We’re done.
We Always send people Bells. We've been loyal patrons for fifteen years! It's in the middle of a residential area and favorite of the locals.
I've eaten at Bell's Tavern 4 times in the last couple months, I've been more than impressed with the service, but seriously amazed by the food. I honestly feel this restaurant consistently produces Michelin Star quality food at half da price, yes for reals! Its clearly busy with a line out the door for a reason, but waiting isn't difficult when you're handed a nice glass of wine encouragement
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephen Fox
We usually have a good experience here. Tonight was the opposite. They lost our reservation. Appetizer never came. 1 entrée didn't come. Then they brought the wrong thing. When my daughter's steak finally arrived, it was very overdone. Wife's salmon was overdone as well. 2 hours for the worst meal we have had in years.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Anya Distler
Amazing local gem.. the food never disappoints, the wine is yummy, and the atmosphere is super fun. Love that it’s the kind of place everyone knows eachother. I dream of their cacio e pepe
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Moore
Great food. Great people. You can't go wrong
William Kohut
Awesome food, wait time for everything was fast , super clean . Cant wait to make the trip back
I try to go as often as I can great food, great staff, very relaxed place to eat.
Thank you for a lovely evening. I would recommend Bell Tavern for a pleasant night out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carbonara, Calamari, Steak
Great Italian food from a little neighborhood restaurant!
My wife and I go to Bell's every week. It's a friendly, fun place. We like to eat at the bar where there is always a friendly conversation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meat Sauce, Bell's Cheese Burger Fabulous, Grilled Salmon Special, Chicken Parmigiana, Marinara, Steak, House Salad
This is a very small local favorite. Reservations are highly recommended for a table. The bar seats quite a few but is extremely noisy. We visited on a Monday in October and there was a line to enter before they opened at 5. The food was excellent and service was quick.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were really excited to eat here after hearing about it from a foodie friend who highly recommended it. Unfortunately this experience was a big miss for us. The music at the bar was so loud it made the dining room feel chaotic. The waitress was 0% affable. We were in and out in 35 minutes. Not exactly the relaxing Saturday night Italian dinner we had in mind. The best parts of this meal were the wine and the citrus salad. My dinner was a pound of pasta thrown in a dish with sauce that was like a dry Alfredo (was supposed to be carbonera) and there was almost no pancetta. Both pasta dishes had little flavor (the other being marinara). When they were brought out to us the man delivering them had his hands on the side of the bowl. They were very busy and seemed ill equipped to deal with it. Maybe I’m missing something here because a lot of the reviews are great but this just was not a good experience all the way around.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Usually 5 out of 5, landed a crotchety old lady for a server this time though.
Wheelchair accessibility: None
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Meat Sauce, Chicken Parmigiana
This is a fantastic local bar. The food is always excellent!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bells Tavern is an absolute gem! This place is super sexy, with a warm and inviting atmosphere that sets the perfect mood for a night out. Though we had reservations at another restaurant, the vibe here was so irresistible that we can't wait to come back and dine. The food looked incredible, and the highlight of the evening for me was the coconut margarita—it was absolutely delicious! From the stylish decor to the impressive cocktail menu, everything about Bella Tavern was top-notch. I can’t recommend it enough!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Bells. A landmark in Lambertville great food either sit at the bar and eat, or sit in the dining room behind the bar. Great Staff.
2024 Update: Hadn’t been there for sometime after we moved. We had the worst steak and terrible service. We’re done.
We Always send people Bells. We've been loyal patrons for fifteen years! It's in the middle of a residential area and favorite of the locals.
Remember, cash only.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
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I've eaten at Bell's Tavern 4 times in the last couple months, I've been more than impressed with the service, but seriously amazed by the food. I honestly feel this restaurant consistently produces Michelin Star quality food at half da price, yes for reals! Its clearly busy with a line out the door for a reason, but waiting isn't difficult when you're handed a nice glass of wine encouragement
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We usually have a good experience here. Tonight was the opposite. They lost our reservation. Appetizer never came. 1 entrée didn't come. Then they brought the wrong thing. When my daughter's steak finally arrived, it was very overdone. Wife's salmon was overdone as well. 2 hours for the worst meal we have had in years.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Amazing local gem.. the food never disappoints, the wine is yummy, and the atmosphere is super fun. Love that it’s the kind of place everyone knows eachother. I dream of their cacio e pepe
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food. Great people. You can't go wrong
Awesome food, wait time for everything was fast , super clean . Cant wait to make the trip back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fries, Bell's Cheese Burger Fabulous
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