La Isla
Cuban Restaurant and Latin American Restaurant$$$$
Hoboken
"Try the Omar’s Stuffed French Toast - Best French Toast Ever!"(13 Tips)
"Best cuban food outside of south fl! Papa rellena And fried yuca!"(4 Tips)
"Get Bobby Flays french toast!!! Amazing!!!"(4 Tips)
"Best brunch in Hoboken and Byob"(6 Tips)
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Jannette GMarch 8, 2015Gets super packed on Sunday. The churrasco w/eggs, rice, & beans were amazing. So was the stuffed French toast. Everything tasted amazing!! Idk if it helps but I am Cuban so the flavor is all there 😁
Nicole AlexandraSeptember 14, 2013Delicious. It's a really small restaurant, so I gather this is why it isn't as popular. BYOB and try the shrimp in garlic sauce. With your dessert be sure to have a warm tasty cup of Cuban coffee 😍- Jannette GMarch 15, 2015Their palomilla steak was on point along with their cheesecake surrounded with mango purée and coconut shavings.The crust was very different; sweet like caramel which worked very well w/the cheesecake
Anthony CasanovaJune 16, 2012I found the service second to none, the Food is fresh as can be, the Cuban sandwiches remind me of the ones made in Union City on Bergenline Ave for the ones who remember the The Broadway Sandwich Shp
Save this tip for Fridays. The Pescado al Ajillo (Tilapia in Garlic Sauce) is amazing. You will leave nothing left on your place. Its on the daily special. Get it. You'll be happy that you did.
Amanda GianninotoAugust 14, 2014The food here is absolutely amazing! And it's BYOB, which makes it even better! Well worth the wait. Everything I've ever had has been a slam dunk! Not very good for groups more than 4 though.- I bring everyone to have the Stuffed French Toast. Their sandwiches are also great and sweet plantains are always a must for me.
Hands down best restaurant in Hoboken, for better Cuban food that that in Cuba! Be prepared for the wait but it's worth it. Also, the best Brunch i have ever had!! Can't give a higher review.
Daniel FernandezNovember 7, 2016The papa rellana was very good. You could tell the mashed potatoes were from real potatoes and not the dehydrated kind. The beef inside was also well seasoned. Ropa vieja also has an authentic taste
Michael NataleApril 2, 2015Cafe con leche. Period. My favorite spot for some fresh brewed coffee at the bar. Cozy spot for a quick pit stop to recovery from the night before. Friendly service.
VivianSeptember 9, 2012Cheap and tasty. I got the "el cubano" pressed sandwich. Pulled pork, ham, pickles, and a light garlic sauce to bring out the favors. The only thing that would have made it better - extra pickles!- Brandon WernerSeptember 14, 2014Best brunch in Hoboken and Byob (head to Sparrow a few doors down first)! You can't do wrong with anything on the menu, but at least get a French toast to split.
Saleena BeharryFebruary 23, 2014The wait is long. I waited about 30 mins on a Saturday night but it's definitely worth the wait. Order the fried yucca (best I've ever had it) and skirt steak!
HiddenHobokenJuly 23, 2011Authentic Cuban food, hands down. In a hurry? Grab a pressed sandwich to go. Our fave? Sandwich de Pollo. Those crispy potato sticks add just the right crunch. And save room for dessert. The flan is t
Eric DSeptember 27, 2011From the outside you wouldn't know this place has some of the best food in Hoboken! I was pleasantly surprised & cleaned my plates. The plantains are delicious and the the beef empanada is amazing!
Kevin LuDecember 13, 2012My food came out within minutes of ordering, despite the high volume of customers during busy hours. Seating is limited - be prepare to be seated at the bar. The staff is friendly and so is the price.
S. L.August 16, 2014Best Cuban food I've had outside of my home state of Florida. Try the morro, skirt steak, Cubano...or anything, honestly. Everything is delicious!
Graycar TravelOctober 17, 2011Okay so it may not be Central NJ, but it's still easier to get to than Cuba itself. Everything is amazing here,so get a bunch of appetizers to share - the shrimp ceviche and empanadas are killer!
Kate DavidsMay 4, 2014Get the Balsero. But you might want to split it. Perfect amount of spice and lovely mix of flavors. But boy, a lot of food!- Anthony CasanovaJune 16, 2012The lechon asado is to die for! and the Aroze con pollo is very very good! Good to see you can still get fantastic Cuban Food in the North East!
GeorgeAugust 25, 2012The best in Hoboken. definitely go for the daily specials and don't miss out on brunch. French toast and pancakes will bring you back time after time!- Huevos Rancheros with some Chorizo for breakfast. This combo is absolutely delicious.
Arseny LebedevJanuary 24, 2015Among best food in Hoboken. Healthy choices available. Very tasty small menu. Gold prices! The place is really small.
Wei VaynMay 2, 2015Try the Papa Rellena - AS SEEN ON FOOD NETWORK’S DINERS, DRIVINS & DIVES mashed potato stuffed with ground beef, breaded and fried (via @Foodspotting)- The Masitas de Puerco (fried pork morsels) is delicious with black beans & rice. Available on Mondays & Thursdays.
Maria KolakowskaOctober 29, 2014Amazing Cuban food. It's easy to miss when walking by, but you must give this spot for dinner a try!
Vaishali PatelMarch 10, 2014The best Cuban restaurant I've had. The black beans, chicken and garlic fried or boiled yuca is to die for!
Twinkle DenoyoAugust 6, 2017Loved the churrasco, it came with rice and beans. Their french toast is really good too.
Go with someone and split the egg sandwich & the stuffed French toast. 2 if the best things on the menu.
Known for being on the food network but all their food is amazing. Try everything ;) oh the staff is lovely- Try the Tasajo Con Boniato - Braised dry-cured shredded beef with cuban sweet potato and rice
Natalie Vargas GarciaMay 22, 2013Roasted chicken is amazing. Maduros are made to perfection. Not a bad thing on the menu
Try the spinch, cheese and plantain omelet. The best omelet ever! Put some hot sauce.
Alejandro EstréllaJanuary 3, 2015The whole menu is slammin', the service is on point!!!! BYOB is Optimus prime.
Drew TybusJuly 13, 2012Best Cuban Food north of Havana. Possibly best coffee in New York. Definitely top five brunches in America.
Fresh toast with roasted almonds and the choice of fruit is just awesome
👠Sacha💄May 2, 2013The best cuban food out of Havana. The deserts and cafe con leche are a great combination.
Kristin TangelApril 6, 2014A popular restaurant crammed into such a small space. Either sign up for a table by the register or wait for an empty bar seat.
Maite AcostaJuly 28, 2013Sat outside. Perfect weather, amazing dinner! Great service always!! Oh and the flan...custardy greatness to die for!!
spinach mango beet avocado salad was great. Tostones were too hard and oily - it was better when we came last year. Cheese on sandwich was meh
Alex CubaNovember 17, 2011Go on a thursday and order the Rabo Encendido(oxtail stew)!!! It's the best plate they serve! Amazing.
Stuart BuchbinderMarch 13, 2010The stuffed French toast is Amazing and it's very hard to impress me when it comes to food in Hoboken. Bobby Flay threw down with it and pretty sure he lost. It's airing on 3/17/2010
Liza Cardamone RockhillOctober 25, 2014Service can be spotty but the food for brunch is in the top 3 in hoboken!
Chris KonecnyJuly 14, 2018The food is so good they can get away with the slow and sometimes inconsiderate service!
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"First the mojito de hippy=amazing. Their churrasco plate was amazing. Perfectly balanced with the refreshing salad and the yuka. Then came the flan which was a perfect end to dinner."
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"Forget the cannolis and get a cream puff! They were so good. Lobster tails, cannolis, and crumb cake were pretty decent."
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"Get there early on Wednesday nights in the Summer for prime seating, and make sure to bring a blanket (or two!)"
Liz Seiter - 7.3
"Nice selection! And really knowledgeable staff. Got two beer recommendations, without asking, two different times, and both were right on point! Perfect location for all the neighboring BYOB places."
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