Definitely a repeat stop for this gal!
In the photos you can see we got the Valentine Special Salmon with capers and herbs, Pesto Grilled Caesar, Chicken Tenders, French Dip Burger, Crispy Chicken Salad, tiramisu, Ginger Cake (winter special), and finally a peppermint Espresso Martini!!! We really tried it all!
Everyone’s food was incredible!! The burger was cooked perfectly for us, but ask them to cook it longer if you are scared of pink. The chicken is fried perfectly and not dried out! The drinks here are great, I really don’t think a Lex restaurant could stay open without great cocktails. By and by, don’t miss this place. They do good to rotate the menu but keep the stellar hits.
A must visit in Lexington (can reserve online)! Both times I have been here it has been some of the best food I've ever eaten. The brussel sprouts and truffle fries are DELICIOUS and I really enjoyed my burger. I was very grateful our sweet server (Anna I think) explained they cook their burgers a hot pink so I could choose otherwise. My mom's was indeed very pink. It's cozy vibes with lots of green but can be a tad noisy when busy given how close together tables are. The prices are amazing for the quality.
I’ve been to Bella for brunch and dinner, and let me tell you, brunch was an absolute blast! The food was to die for! But dinner, well, it wasn’t quite as magical.
The staff was super friendly and they were quick to get us a table, even though we didn’t have a reservation. They were really on top of things! So, our server was a bit preoccupied, you know how it is sometimes. He mentioned that they only had one chicken left and gave us a bit of time to consider switching it with something else. About 15 minutes later, he came back to take our order.
Now, I’d recommend making a reservation in advance if you’re planning to go. Otherwise, you might end up waiting for an hour or so.
As for the food, here are my thoughts:
- The summer corn side dish wasn’t super flavorful, and my chicken was a bit dry.
- The brussel sprouts were absolutely delicious, they’re very sweet.
- My friend ordered a medium burger and it came out more medium rare.
- The pork chops didn’t really stand out to me either.
If you’re looking for a cute brunch place with a nice atmosphere for a meal with friends, I highly recommend Bella Cafe!
If you’re looking for the best dining experience in Lexington, this is it! Our server, Justin, was phenomenal: so attentive and made excellent recommendations. The halibut, steak, brussels sprouts, and truffle fries were fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. We’ll definitely be coming back often. Highly recommend, and ask for Justin!
Rob is the best waiter ever. He’s so funny and so personal! I came in feeling out of place and I left feeling like I came from a good family event. Everyone was so kind and so sweet. Get the truffle fries and the Cesar salad. If you know you know. The au jus burger is to die for!! Ugh absolutely delicious! They have blankets for outside too! I loved my experience and I will be coming back!
