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ISLA Restaurant

Washington

4.2 (98) Caribbean
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ISLA is an upscale Caribbean and Afro-Trinidadian restaurant in Washington, D.C., known for its stylish, lively interior and vibrant island flavors. Media highlights include signature dishes like scallion bread with green butter, oxtail bara, curry goat, fried snapper, and carrot cake.

Commenters show high enthusiasm for menu items like the carrot cake and scallion bread, with many eager to visit. However, feedback on service speed is mixed, and some Trinidadian viewers debate the cultural authenticity of certain dish interpretations.

  • Must-try dishes include the scallion bread with green butter, curry goat served with bara, and carrot cake.
  • Look closely when arriving, as the front entrance can be difficult to find.
  • Be prepared for inconsistent service pace, which viewers report ranges from fast to slow.
  • Other notable menu highlights include oxtail bara, macaroni pie, and chargrilled octopus.

Summaries are created based on reviews, notes, and social media posts.



Monday4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Thursday4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Friday4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
SundayClosed

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