La Isla Downtown
104 Washington St, Hoboken
(201) 659-8197
Customers' Favorites
Shredded Flank Steak Ropa Vieja
La Isla Huevos Rancheros
La Isla Egg Sandwich
Chuletas Encebolladas
Bistek De Palomilla
Tostones Con Mojo
Bistek Empanizado
Cubanada Empanada
Sandwich Cubano
Rice and Beans
Most Popular
Cafe con Leche
Omar's Stuffed French Toast
strawberry/guava cream cheese,
almond corn flake breading,
guava sauce
La Isla Egg Sandwich
egg, bacon, tomato, red onion, avocado on multigrain or cuban bread
Breakfast Burrito
scrambled eggs, home fried potatoes, black beans, chorizo, manchego cheese
Batidos
Tropical fruit smoothie made with milk or just blended with ice choice of 1 fruit. Add fruit for an additional charge.
Bacon
La Isla Huevos Rancheros
two poached eggs, spicy tomato sauce, in a fried tortilla nest, over black beans, with a side of rice
Iced Cafe Con Leche
Picked for you
Batidos
Tropical fruit smoothie made with milk or just blended with ice choice of 1 fruit. Add fruit for an additional charge.
Bacon
Omar's Stuffed French Toast
strawberry/guava cream cheese,
almond corn flake breading,
guava sauce
La Isla Egg Sandwich
egg, bacon, tomato, red onion, avocado on multigrain or cuban bread
A Tu Manera
fluffy egg omelet with your choice of three fillings plus home fries & toast
egg whites only +$2
La Isla Breakfast
La Isla Egg Sandwich
egg, bacon, tomato, red onion, avocado on multigrain or cuban bread
Breakfast Burrito
scrambled eggs, home fried potatoes, black beans, chorizo, manchego cheese
A Tu Manera
fluffy egg omelet with your choice of three fillings plus home fries & toast
egg whites only +$2
La Isla Huevos Rancheros
two poached eggs, spicy tomato sauce, in a fried tortilla nest, over black beans, with a side of rice
HuevosRotos
fried eggs over french fries, spanish chorizo, shishito peppers
Avena with Fruit
old fashioned oats cooked in milk with mixed fresh fruit (banana, blueberry, mango, strawberry)
Churrasco a Caballo con Arroz y Frijoles Negros
grilled skirt steak, fried eggs, red onion, rice, black beans
Huevos al Gusto con Papas y Tostada
two eggs any style with home fries and toast
Tortilla Española
Spanish-style frittata, chorizo, potatoes, egg, arugula, manchego cheese
Avena
old fashioned oats cooked in milk
Breakfast From The Griddle
Omar's Stuffed French Toast
strawberry/guava cream cheese,
almond corn flake breading,
guava sauce
Buttermilk Pancakes
served with maple syrup
French Toast
pullman style bread with toasted almonds - served with maple syrup
Breakfast Sides
Bacon
Cuban Toast
Platanos Maduros
sweet plantains
Half Avocado
Chimichurri Sauce
2oz
Multigrain Toast
Chorizo Español
Homefries
Beverages
Soda (can)
Spanish Soda (can)
Cafe con Leche
Joe Tea
Iced Cafe Con Leche
Natalies Handcrafted OJ
Espresso
Poland Spring Water (16.9 oz)
Cubaccino
Cortadito
Mini cafe con Leche.
Iced Americano
Tea
Americano
Hot Chocolate
Shakes (Batidos)
Batidos
Tropical fruit smoothie made with milk or just blended with ice choice of 1 fruit. Add fruit for an additional charge.
Morir Sonando
Frappe made with fresh orange juice evaporated milk and sugar.
Most Popular
Empanada de Carne
Turnover filled with ground beef.
White Rice
Empanada de Pollo
Turnover filled with chicken.
Sopa de Pollo (large)
Homemade chicken soup with potatoes, carrots, celery, corn, and cut spaghetti.
Platanos Maduros
Fried ripe yellow plantains.
Tostones con Mojo
Twice fried green plantains with garlic sauce.
Papa Rellena
Mashed potato stuffed with ground beef.
El Cubano
Pulled pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle, and garlic mojo. (pressed)
Churrasco con Chimichurri
Grilled marinated skirt steak, chimichurri sauce. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Bistek de Pollo
Grilled chicken breast, and caramelized onions. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Picked for you
Churrasco con Chimichurri
Grilled marinated skirt steak, chimichurri sauce. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Pescado con Chutney de Piña y Mango
Pan-roasted blackened salmon, coconut rice, mango-pineapple chutney (no additional sides). Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Camarones al Ajillo
Sauteed jumbo shrimp, and white wine garlic sauce. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Platanos Maduros
Fried ripe yellow plantains.
Bistec Salteado
stir fry beef, sweet peppers, onions, tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, sweet plantains, white rice
Appetizers
Yuca Brava
fried yuca, Spanish chorizo, spicy aioli, manchego cheese
Montaditos
grilled shrimp and Spanish chorizo over tostones with chimichurri sauce
Guacamole
hass avocado, cilantro, lime, jalapeno, taro root chips
Croquetas de Bacalao
codfish croquettes, arugula, lemon-paprika aioli
Maduros con Burrata
fried sweet plantains, burrata, bacon, mint, queso fresco
Entrees
Bistek de Pollo
Grilled chicken breast, and caramelized onions. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Churrasco con Chimichurri
Grilled marinated skirt steak, chimichurri sauce. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Pollo al Ajillo con Espinaca
Boneless chicken breast, garlic-cream sauce, and sauteed spinach. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Guava Glazed BBQ Ribs
served with Cuban-style mashed potatoes
Pescado con Chutney de Piña y Mango
Pan-roasted blackened salmon, coconut rice, mango-pineapple chutney (no additional sides). Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Bistec Salteado
stir fry beef, sweet peppers, onions, tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, sweet plantains, white rice
Chuletas Encebolladas a la Parilla
Grilled marinated center-cut pork chops, and caramelized onions. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Arroz Chino-Cubano
Grilled shrimp, vegetable, and egg stir-fried rice, peas, soy, cabbage (no sides). Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Camarones al Ajillo
Sauteed jumbo shrimp, and white wine garlic sauce. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Bistek de Palomilla
Seared thinly pounded sirloin steak, and caramelized onions. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Camarones Enchilado
Creole-style sauteed jumbo shrimp, peppers, olives, and onions. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Masitas de Puerco
Fried pork morsels, and lime-marinated onions. Served with choice of 2 sides dishes rice, beans, yuca, or Maduro.
Pescado en Salsa Criolla
oven roasted branzino, white wine, olives, capers, tomato sofrito, baked potatoes
Hot Box Classics
Empanada de Carne
Turnover filled with ground beef.
Empanada de Pollo
Turnover filled with chicken.
Papa Rellena
Mashed potato stuffed with ground beef.
Croqueta de Jamon
Smoked ham and onion croquette.
Cubanada Empanada
Pulled pork, ham, swiss, pickle, and garlic mojo.
Vegan Empanada
Curried cauliflower, potato, and edamame beans with mango-pineapple chutney.
Soup
Sopa de Pollo (medium)
Homemade chicken soup with potatoes, carrots, celery, corn, and cut spaghetti.
Sopa de Pollo (large)
Homemade chicken soup with potatoes, carrots, celery, corn, and cut spaghetti.
Main Salads
Ensalada de Espinaca y Remolacha
baby spinach, mango, avocado,
roasted beets, oranges, onion,
macadamia nuts, blue cheese,
champagne vinaigrette
Chopped Salad
black beans, corn, onion, lettuce, tomato, crispy tortilla, cilantro-lime vinaigrette, queso fresco
Verano Salad
watermelon, arugula, cucumber, ginger vinaigrette, goat cheese, almonds
China Cubana Salad
baby spinach, cabbage, avocado, soy-lime, jalapeño vinaigrette, sesame
Pressed Sandwiches
El Cubano
Pulled pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle, and garlic mojo. (pressed)
Churrasco Sandwich
Grilled sliced skirt steak, caramelized onions, chimichurri sauce, and potato sticks. (pressed)
Media Noche
Roast pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle, garlic mojo, and Cuban brioche. (pressed)
Cuban Reuben
Corned beef, braised short rib, swiss cheese, pickle, mustard caraway mojo. (pressed)
Pan con Bistec
thin beefsteak, lettuce, tomato, onion, potato sticks
Havana Club
Triple decker sandwich, grilled chicken, bacon, tomato, avocado, onion, mayo, and multi-grain bread (not pressed).
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Bacon, tomato, avocado, pepperoncini, jalapeño aioli on a toasted brioche bun, served with house-made chips (not pressed).
Chicken Breast Sandwich
Grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, and potato sticks. (pressed)
Pan con Pescado
panko encrusted fish sandwich, creole seasoning mayo, caramelized onions, french fries (not pressed)
Hamburguesa Vegetariana
quinoa-black bean burger, avocado, arugula, pickled onion, taro root chips (not pressed)
Sides
Platanos Maduros
Fried ripe yellow plantains.
Tostones con Mojo
Twice fried green plantains with garlic sauce.
White Rice
Black Beans
Vegetarian.
Yuca
Fried or boiled cassava.
Arroz con Gandules
Yellow rice with pigeon peas.
Moros y Cristianos
Made with pork. Black beans and rice.
Red Beans
Cuban toast
Chimichurri Sauce
2oz
French Fries
Chimichurri Sauce
2oz
Shakes (Batidos)
Batidos
Tropical fruit smoothie made with milk or just blended with ice choice of 1 fruit. Add fruit for an additional charge.
Morir Sonando
Frappe made with fresh orange juice evaporated milk and sugar.
Beverages
Soda (can)
Spanish Soda (can)
Cafe con Leche
Joe Tea
Iced Cafe Con Leche
Natalies Handcrafted OJ
Espresso
Poland Spring Water (16.9 oz)
Cubaccino
Cortadito
Mini cafe con Leche.
Iced Americano
Tea
Americano
Hot Chocolate
Dessert {made in-house}
Tres Leches
Vanilla sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk and rum, topped with meringue.
Empanada de Guayaba y Queso
Guava and cream cheese turnover.
Flan de Leche Tradicional
Cuban créme caramel.
Torta de Limon
Frozen key lime pie with cilantro or lime syrup and toasted almonds.
Torta de Queso y Mango
Coconut mango cheesecake with mango sauce.
Chocolate Lava Cake
strawberries, mango ice cream, coconut flakes
Brazo Gitano
rolled sponge cake, peach-cream filling, mango-guava sauce
Most Popular
Empanada de Carne
Turnover filled with ground beef.
Empanada de Pollo
Turnover filled with chicken.
White Rice
El Cubano
Pulled pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle, and garlic mojo. (pressed)
Platanos Maduros
Sweet Plantain
Papa Rellena
Mashed potato stuffed with ground beef.
Croqueta de Jamon
Smoked ham and onion croquette.
Ropa Vieja
shredded beef, peppers & onions
Tres Leches
Vanilla sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk and rum, topped with meringue.
Pan con Bistec
thin beefsteak, lettuce, tomato, onion, potato sticks
Picked for you
El Cubano
Pulled pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle, and garlic mojo. (pressed)
Platanos Maduros
Sweet Plantain
Flan de Leche Tradicional
Cuban créme caramel.
Pan con Bistec
thin beefsteak, lettuce, tomato, onion, potato sticks
Tres Leches
Vanilla sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk and rum, topped with meringue.
La Isla Brunch
OMAR'S STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
strawberry/guava cream cheese,
almond corn flake breading,
guava sauce
La Isla Egg Sandwich
egg, bacon, tomato, avocado,
red onion, multigrain or Cuban bread
A TU MANERA
fluffy egg omelette, home fries, toast - your choice of 3 fillings
BUTTERMILK PANCAKES
organic 100% pure maple syrup
HUEVOS ROTOS
fried eggs over french fries, Spanish
chorizo, shishito peppers
La Isla Huevos Rancheros
two poached eggs, spicy
tomato sauce, fried tortilla shell,
black beans, side of rice
FRENCH TOAST
pullman style bread with
toasted almonds, organic 100%
Dutchess maple syrup
AVENA WITH SEASONAL FRUIT
old fashioned oats cooked in milk with fresh fruit
Tortilla Española
Spanish-style frittata, chorizo, potatoes, egg, arugula, manchego cheese
Vaca Frita Brunch Bowl
fried shredded beef and onions, yellow rice, pico de gallo, queso fresco, fried egg, avocado
Churrasco a Caballo
grilled skirt steak, fried eggs, red onion, rice, black beans
Bacalao con Huevos Benedictos
codfish cakes, poached eggs, home fries, hollandaise sauce, english muffin
Churrasco Burrito
grilled skirt steak, rice, beans, guacamole, queso fresco
Huevos al Gusto con Papas y Tostada
two eggs any style, home fries, toast
AVENA
old fashioned oats cooked in milk
Main Salads
Ensalada de Espinaca y Remolacha
baby spinach, mango, avocado,
roasted beets, oranges, onion,
macadamia nuts, blue cheese,
champagne vinaigrette
Chopped Salad
black beans, corn, onion, lettuce, tomato, crispy tortilla, cilantro-lime vinaigrette, queso fresco
Verano Salad
watermelon, arugula, cucumber, ginger vinaigrette, goat cheese, almonds
China Cubana Salad
baby spinach, cabbage, avocado, soy-lime, jalapeño vinaigrette, sesame
Cubanisimo
Ropa Vieja
shredded beef, peppers & onions
Lechon Asado
roast pork, pickled onion
Pollo Asado -thigh
roast chicken thigh
Pollo Asado -breast
roast chicken breast
Camarones al Ajillo
sautéed jumbo shrimp, white wine garlic sauce
Hot Box Classics
Empanada de Carne
Turnover filled with ground beef.
Empanada de Pollo
Turnover filled with chicken.
Papa Rellena
Mashed potato stuffed with ground beef.
Croqueta de Jamon
Smoked ham and onion croquette.
Cubanada Empanada
Pulled pork, ham, swiss, pickle, and garlic mojo.
Vegan Empanada
Curried cauliflower, potato, and edamame beans with mango-pineapple chutney.
Pressed Sandwiches
El Cubano
Pulled pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle, and garlic mojo. (pressed)
Churrasco Sandwich
Grilled sliced skirt steak, caramelized onions, chimichurri sauce, and potato sticks. (pressed)
Media Noche
Roast pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle, garlic mojo, and Cuban brioche. (pressed)
Cuban Reuben
Corned beef, braised short rib, swiss cheese, pickle, mustard caraway mojo. (pressed)
Pan con Bistec
thin beefsteak, lettuce, tomato, onion, potato sticks
Havana Club
Triple decker sandwich, grilled chicken, bacon, tomato, avocado, onion, mayo, and multi-grain bread (not pressed).
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Bacon, tomato, avocado, pepperoncini, jalapeño aioli on a toasted brioche bun, served with house-made chips (not pressed).
Chicken Breast Sandwich
Grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, and potato sticks. (pressed)
Pan con Pescado
panko encrusted fish sandwich, creole seasoning mayo, caramelized onions, french fries (not pressed)
Hamburguesa Vegetariana
quinoa-black bean burger, avocado, arugula, pickled onion, taro root chips (not pressed)
Shakes (Batidos)
Batidos
Tropical fruit smoothie made with milk or just blended with ice choice of 1 fruit. Add fruit for an additional charge.
Morir Sonando
Frappe made with fresh orange juice evaporated milk and sugar.
Beverages
Soda (can)
Spanish Soda (can)
Cafe con Leche
Joe Tea
Iced Cafe Con Leche
Natalies Handcrafted OJ
Espresso
Poland Spring Water (16.9 oz)
Cubaccino
Cortadito
Mini cafe con Leche.
Iced Americano
Tea
Americano
Hot Chocolate
Brunch Sides
Platanos Maduros
Sweet Plantain
Red Beans
White Rice
Black Beans
Arroz Con Gandules
Yellow Rice With Pigeon Peas
Red Beans
Chimichurri Sauce
2oz
Cuban Toast
Two Eggs Any Style
Bacon
Home fries
Half Avocado
Multigrain Toast
Chorizo Español
Fresh Fruit Cup
Dessert {made in-house}
Tres Leches
Vanilla sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk and rum, topped with meringue.
Empanada de Guayaba y Queso
Guava and cream cheese turnover.
Flan de Leche Tradicional
Cuban créme caramel.
Torta de Limon
Frozen key lime pie with cilantro or lime syrup and toasted almonds.
Torta de Queso y Mango
Coconut mango cheesecake with mango sauce.
Chocolate Lava Cake
strawberries, mango ice cream, coconut flakes
Brazo Gitano
rolled sponge cake, peach-cream filling, mango-guava sauce
Friday Specials (Viernes)
Roasted Chicken Breast (Pollo Asado)
Beef Stew (Carne Con Papa)
Roasted Chicken Thigh
Tilapia in Garlic Sauce (Pescado al Ajillo)
Soup of the Day
Seafood Soup
shrimp, mussels, clams, fish, seafood broth
Sunday Specials (Domingo)
Shredded Flank Steak (Ropa Vieja)
Roasted Chicken Breast (Pollo Asado)
Roasted Chicken Thigh
Roasted Pork (Lechon Asado)
Most Popular
Roasted Chicken Breast (Pollo Asado)
Roasted Chicken Thigh
Beef Stew (Carne Con Papa)
Roasted Pork (Lechon Asado)
Braised Chicken and Potato Stew (Fricasse de Pollo)
Lentil (large)
Wednesday Specials (Miercoles)
Roasted Chicken Breast (Pollo Asado)
Roasted Chicken Thigh
Roasted Pork (Lechon Asado)
Beef Stew (Carne Con Papa)
Braised Chicken and Potato Stew (Fricasse de Pollo)
Soup of the Day
Lentil (large)
Lentil (medium)
Tuesday Specials (Martes)
Roasted Chicken Breast (Pollo Asado)
Roasted Chicken Thigh
Shredded Flank Steak (Ropa Vieja)
Havana-style Ground Beef (Picadillo)
Soup of the Day
Green Pea (large)
Green Pea (medium)
Most Popular
Roasted Chicken Breast (Pollo Asado)
Oxtail Stew (Rabo Encendido)
Roasted Chicken Thigh
Havana-style Ground Beef (Picadillo)
Chicken in Garlic Sauce
Thursday Specials (Jueves)
Roasted Chicken Breast (Pollo Asado)
Roasted Chicken Thigh
Chicken in Garlic Sauce
Oxtail Stew (Rabo Encendido)
Havana-style Ground Beef (Picadillo)
Soup of the Day
Galician Soup
White Bean Soup
Galician Soup (medium)
White Bean Soup
Most Popular
Shredded Flank Steak (Ropa Vieja)
Roasted Chicken Breast (Pollo Asado)
Roasted Chicken Thigh
Roasted Pork (Lechon Asado)
Seafood Soup
shrimp, mussels, clams, fish, seafood broth
Saturday Specials (Sabado)
Shredded Flank Steak (Ropa Vieja)
Roasted Chicken Breast (Pollo Asado)
Roasted Chicken Thigh
Roasted Pork (Lechon Asado)
Soup of the Day
Seafood Soup
shrimp, mussels, clams, fish, seafood broth
Monday Specials (Lunes)
Oxtail Stew (Rabo Encendido)
Roasted Chicken Breast (Pollo Asado)
Roasted Pork (Lechon Asado)
Roasted Chicken Thigh
Marinated Fried Chicken Chunks (Chicharron de Pollo)
Soup of the Day
Garbanzo (Chick Pea, medium)
Garbanzo (Chick Pea, large)
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Recent Reviews
Was just walking around and found this great spot. Quite a few people getting carry out, food deliveries being picked up as well as indoor diners. We sat outside. We were served very quickly. \nOxtail stew, plantains, and rice was really good. Husband got the lechon asado, yucca, beans and rice.\nWe both had Americana coffee, which was strong and very good.\nWe spoke to a few people that were basically regulars and they always come back.
September 2025
I loved this restaurant, I went for breakfast and everything was delicious, the coffee is very good (so good that that same afternoon after having lunch at a nearby place I stopped by La Isla to have a Cortadito). I tried the Cuban empanada and it was very good and then some pancakes with strawberries and everything was delicious.
Furthermore, the attention of all the staff was incredible at all times.
A must visit place if you are in Hoboken....
Furthermore, the attention of all the staff was incredible at all times.
A must visit place if you are in Hoboken....
April 2025
Stopped by with a few people on a Friday. Staff was super nice and the vibe felt authentic. They had a great selection of Cuban foods and sodas. The Cuban sandwich was delicious and wonderfully pressed. Finished it off with a Cuban coffee. Prices were very reasonable.
March 2025
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