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The dining room at Vela in Doylestown

Vela

Seasonal Italian cooking in Doylestown, PA

Seasonally inspired and crafted in tradition.

Book a table

Pick a night and a party size; you finish booking on Resy. Or call (215) 230-8352.

Reserve on Resy

You finish booking on Resy.

For more than 6 guests, call us at (215) 230-8352. Planning a private event?

The dining room at Vela, with tall windows and navy banquettes

Our story

Cooking in Doylestown since 2018

Vela is named for our location on Veterans Lane in Doylestown. We opened our doors in 2018, excited to join the community at the heart of Bucks County, a region filled with historical treasures, natural beauty, and a collaborative culture.

Donna EwanciwChef

Opened
2018
Price range
$$
Seats for a private party
40

The menu

Vela

From the menu

Tuesday to Saturday from 5

Starters

  • Polenta

    17

    Baked creamy polenta, lobster, roasted corn

Pasta

  • Bucatini

    16

    Tomato, guanciale, herbs, sheep's milk cheese

  • Pappardelle

    16

    Pork ragu, pecorino

Mains

  • Beef Short Ribs

    37

    Mashed potato, baby carrots, red wine sauce

Specialty Cocktails

  • Smoke on the Water

    14

    Monkey Shoulder, sweet vermouth, Cherry Heering

See the full menu

At the restaurant

Dinner and more at Vela

Dinner

Tuesday to Saturday from 5

See the dinner menu

Wine and Cocktails

Served with dinner and at the bar

See the wine and cocktails menu

Private events

Vela offers semi-private and private events in the restaurant. Our flexible space accommodates a range of party formats and sizes, and full buyouts are available.

Plan an event: Private events

Gift cards

Give someone a night at Vela.

Buy a gift card: Gift cards

In the press

“Vela: The newest Doylestown attraction.”

Bucks County Herald

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Hours and location

140 Veterans Lane, Doylestown, PA 18901

ParkingFree parking.

Hours
Tuesday - Saturday5 - 10 pm
Sunday - MondayClosed

Questions

Good to know

Do you take reservations?
Yes. Book online on our reservations page through Resy, or call (215) 230-8352. Online booking takes parties of up to 6; for a larger group, call us.
What are your hours?
Tuesday - Saturday: 5 - 10 pm. Sunday - Monday: Closed.
Where do I park?
Free parking.
Do you host private events?
Yes. Vela offers semi-private and private events in the restaurant. Our flexible space accommodates a range of party formats and sizes, and full buyouts are available. Send an inquiry on our private events page and we will reply with dates and menus.
Do you sell gift cards?
Yes. Buy one on our gift cards page. A physical gift card is mailed to your house.

Save yourself a seat.

Tuesday - Saturday, 5 - 10 pm. Book online or call (215) 230-8352.