Tea Ottopal
Google
Yesterday evening I dined at Belona, and it was, without a doubt, one of the most disappointing experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment we walked in, it was clear that this place hasn’t seen an update since the days of former country Yugoslavia. The furniture was old and worn, with mismatched chairs and tables that looked like they were borrowed from a garage sale. The chandeliers were dusty relics, and the tablecloths were faded and stained, adding to the overall feeling of neglect.
As if the decor wasn’t bad enough, the service was abysmal. The waitstaff spent more time yelling at each other across the restaurant than actually attending to customers. It was clear that there were far too few staff members for the number of guests, and you could see the stress on their faces as they rushed around trying to keep up. While we tried to eat in peace, they were loudly telling each other what needed to be brought to the tables and what was missing, making the entire dining experience chaotic and stressful. To make matters worse, some of them were chewing food as they came out of the kitchen, which was both unprofessional and unappetizing.
When the food finally arrived after an hour of waiting, it was another major disappointment. I ordered pasta with prawns and was shocked to find only two tiny prawns in the entire dish. On top of that, the food was completely bland, lacking any spice or flavor, as if the kitchen had forgotten to season it entirely. As if that wasn’t enough, they served ketchup directly from a tube of a well-known brand, rather than in proper dishes, adding to the overall lack of attention to detail.
Overall, this place is a relic of the past in the worst possible way. The owners clearly haven't invested in it for decades, and it shows in every aspect—from the decor to the service to the food. I would not recommend wasting your time or money here.
