La Isla Restaurant – Spanish
La Isla transports diners to a sun-drenched corner of the Mediterranean, where the air is thick with the savory perfume of toasted saffron and sizzling garlic. Vibrant plates of tapas and golden-crusted paellas arrive at bustling tables, inviting guests to linger over glasses of chilled sangria amidst a backdrop of warm terracotta tones and spirited conversation. This lively sanctuary captures the soulful essence of Iberian hospitality, turning every meal into a convivial celebration of bold, coastal flavors.
1883, 3rd Avenue, NY 10029 +1-212-534-0002 https://laislarestaurant104.comRating: 3.8/5 (381 reviews)
Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, kosher, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 3:00 AM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners consistently praise La Isla for its reliable quality and authentic Puerto Rican flavors, with meals described as fresh, beautifully arranged, and satisfying. Guests highlight the generous portion sizes that exceed expectations, often noting the food tastes genuinely homemade. While some reviewers mention mixed experiences with service ranging from exceptionally warm to dismissive, many appreciate the efficient preparation and convenient location. Overall, the restaurant is celebrated for delivering impressive meals that keep customers planning their return visits.
Menu
Sopas / Soups
- Sopa del Dia / Soup of the Day (Small) - $5.5 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sopa del Dia / Soup of the Day (Large) - $8 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Mondongo / Tripe / Pig Feet / Vegetable Soup (Small) - $5.5: Tripe, Pig Feet, Vegetables
- Mondongo / Tripe / Pig Feet / Vegetable Soup (Large) - $8: Tripe, Pig Feet, Vegetables
- Sancocho / Mixed Meat Soup (Small) - $6.5: Mixed Meat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Sancocho / Mixed Meat Soup (Large) - $10: Mixed Meat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
Ensaladas / Salads
- Lettuce and Tomatoes / Lechuga y Tomate - $3.75: Lettuce, Tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Mixed Greens Salad - $5: Mixed Greens, Roasted Pepper, Onions, Cucumbers, Pineapple, Mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
Frituras / Fritters
- Alcapurrias / Cassava filled with Meat - $2.25: Cassava, Meat
- Papas Rellenas / Potatoes filled with Meat - $2.25: Potatoes, Meat Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Pastelillos de Carne / Beef Empanada - $2.25: Beef
- Pastelillos de Pollo / Chicken Empanada - $2.25: Chicken
- Pastelillos de Queso / Cheese Empanada - $2.25: Cheese
- Morcilla / Blood Sausages - $2.25: Blood Sausage
Mofongos
Mashed fried green plantains with garlic and pork cracklings.
- Mofongo Plain - $10 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Mofongo de Pollo / Chicken - $12: Chicken Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Mofongo de Carne / Beef - $12: Beef Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Mofongo de Camarones / Shrimp - $14: Shrimp Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Mofongo de Chicharron / Fried Pork - $12: Fried Pork Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Mofongo de Queso / Cheese - $12: Cheese
Sandwiches
- Cubano - $6: Roast Pork, Swiss Cheese, Pickles, Garlic Mojito
- Jamon y Queso / Ham & Cheese - $4.5: Ham, Cheese
- De Pernil / Roast Pork - $6: Roast Pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
- De Pollo Asado / Roasted Chicken - $6: Roasted Chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
- De Bistec / Steak - $6: Steak Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Platos con Arroz y Habichuela / Plates with Rice and Beans
- Pollo Guisado / Chicken Stew - $12: Chicken Stew, Rice, Beans
- Carne Guisada / Beef Stew - $14: Beef Stew, Rice, Beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Bacalao Guisado / Cod fish Stew (Fridays) - $14: Cod fish Stew, Rice, Beans Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Pernil Asado / Roast Pork - $12: Roast Pork, Rice, Beans
- Medio Pollo Asado / ½ Rotisserie Chicken - $12: Rotisserie Chicken, Rice, Beans
- Costillas a la BBQ / BBQ Ribs - $12: BBQ Ribs, Rice, Beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal
- Pollo Frito / Fried Chicken - $11: Fried Chicken, Rice, Beans
- Cabrito Fricasse (Saturdays) - $14: Goat Fricasse, Rice, Beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Macarrones con Pollo / Chicken with Macaroni - $10: Chicken, Macaroni
Pollo Asado / Rotisserie Chicken
A la carte chicken items.
- Pollo Entero / Whole Chicken - $11.5: Whole Rotisserie Chicken Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Medio Pollo / ½ chicken - $5.75: Half Rotisserie Chicken Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Pollo Frito (por pedazo) / Fried Chicken (by the piece) - $2.75: Fried Chicken
Carnes / Meats
All Orders served with Rice and Beans or Salad, or you can substitute Green or Sweet Plantains.
- Steak with Onions / Bistec Encebollado - $14: Steak, Onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Steak in Sauce / Bistec en Salsa - $14: Steak, Sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Pepper Steak / Bistec Salteado - $14: Steak, Peppers
- Breaded Steak / Bistec Empanizado - $14: Breaded Steak
- Fried Pork Chunks / Masita de Cerdo - $14: Pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Pork Chops (2) / Chuleta Fritas - $14: Pork Chops
- BBQ Ribs / Costillas a la BBQ - $14: Ribs, BBQ Sauce
- Fried Chicken Chunks / Chicharron de Pollo - $14: Chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Boneless Chicken Chunks / Chicharron de Pollo sin Hueso - $14: Boneless Chicken Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Grilled Chicken / Pollo ala Plancha - $14: Grilled Chicken Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Rotisserie Chicken / Pollo ala Brasa - $12: Rotisserie Chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Pescado y Mariscos / Fish and Seafood
- Fried Red Snapper / Pargo Frito - $17: Red Snapper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Tilapia Fish Filet / Filete de Tilapia - $14: Tilapia Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp in Garlic Sauce / Camarones al Ajillo - $15: Shrimp, Garlic Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Por Libras / By the Pound
- Pernil / Roast Pork (lb) - $11: Roast Pork Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Costillas de cerdo / Pork Ribs (lb) - $11: Pork Ribs Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Chicharron Dominicano/ Homemade Pork Rinds (lb) - $13: Pork Rinds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Acompanantes / Side Orders
- Yuca Hervida / Boiled Cassava - $3.5: Cassava Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Yuca Frita / Fried Cassava - $3.5: Cassava Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Pasteles / Vegetable Pie filled with Meat - $3.5: Vegetable Pie, Meat
- Guineitos verde / Boiled Green Banana - $1.5: Green Banana Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Maduros / Sweet Plantains - $3.5: Sweet Plantains Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tostones / Fried Green Plantain - $3.5: Green Plantain Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Papas Fritas / French Fries - $3: Potatoes
- Jibaro en Canoa / Plantain Canoe topped with Meat - $3.5: Plantain, Meat Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Vegetales del Dia / Vegetable of the Day - $3.5: Vegetables Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Jugos Naturales / Tropical Juices
- Coco / Coconut (16oz) - $3: Coconut Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Coco / Coconut (32oz) - $5: Coconut Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Ajonjoli / Sesame Seed (16oz) - $3: Sesame Seed Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Ajonjoli / Sesame Seed (32oz) - $5: Sesame Seed Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tamarindo / Tamarind (16oz) - $3: Tamarind Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Tamarindo / Tamarind (32oz) - $5: Tamarind Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Parcha / Passion Fruit (16oz) - $3: Passion Fruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Parcha / Passion Fruit (32oz) - $5: Passion Fruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Limonada / Lemonade (16oz) - $3: Lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Limonada / Lemonade (32oz) - $5: Lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pina / Pineapple (16oz) - $3: Pineapple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Pina / Pineapple (32oz) - $5: Pineapple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Postres / Desserts
- Flan - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Pudin / Bread Pudding - $3.5: Bread Pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cheese Cake - $5: Cheese Cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tres Leche Cake - $4.5: Tres Leche Cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about La Isla Restaurant
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- La Isla offers casual dining with a lively atmosphere, moderate pricing ($$), and homemade-style dishes like empanadas and mofongo.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided data for La Isla Restaurant does not specify the exact number of reviews the establishment has received.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- First-time visitors should expect authentic Puerto Rican flavors, generous portions, and mixed service at this moderately priced ($$) restaurant rated 3.8/5.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers praise the authentic Puerto Rican flavors, generous portion sizes, homemade taste, and fresh, beautifully arranged meals with reliable quality.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Keto and low-carb options include steak and pork chops, while gluten-free choices feature chicken stew, roast pork, and beef stew.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- La Isla features a lively, convivial atmosphere with warm terracotta tones and spirited conversation, capturing the soulful essence of Iberian hospitality.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- La Isla offers 45 dietary options, including keto steak, gluten-free chicken stew, and pescatarian cod fish stew for mixed group needs.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 3.8/5, this moderately priced ($$) Spanish restaurant is distinguished by its authentic Puerto Rican flavors and exceptionally generous portion sizes.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant features a lively atmosphere with warm terracotta tones and spirited conversation, while reviews highlight its convenient location.
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