Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Has La Isla closed on East 14th Street? (And we hope not...)


Several readers noted that workers looked to be clearing out the restaurant near Avenue B yesterday... we stopped by later, but no one was around... and the gates were closed...


We also called, though there wasn't any answer or outgoing message... Perhaps they're doing some summertime renovations...

Anyway, it is (or was) always an inexpensive option for large servings of, among other items, rice and beans ... mashed plantains... papas rellenas. I don't recall any meals on the menu being more than $7 or $8 (excluding the combo meals!)...

CB3 OK'd a beer-wine license for them back in September 2010.

A photo of La Isla from 2008... via Eating In Translation...

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6 comments:

  1. AnonymousJuly 25, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    If you miss La Isla, go to Gena's Grill on 1st Ave...I think it's better and the prices are very reasonable.

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  2. AnonymousJuly 25, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    OMG nooooo! The best rotisserie chicken ever! How can this be, it was always busy?!?

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  3. AnonymousJuly 25, 2012 at 12:32 PM

    yes they are closing due to a big rent hike

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  4. AnonymousJuly 25, 2012 at 4:36 PM

    It's a big loss.

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  5. AnonymousJuly 28, 2012 at 7:07 PM

    The La Isla near us at Delancey and Pitt is still open so far. Whew.

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  6. LinaAugust 17, 2012 at 7:19 PM

    So disappointed, loved their Mofongo and their food was always at a great price and awesome portions.

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