Inside Isla & Co. Les: Photos of Coastal Cocktails, Brunch Plates, and Lush Interiors
By James H. Sterling
Isla & Co. demonstrates that the appetite for Australian café culture has matured into something sturdier than fleeting brunch trends. By anchoring its sunny daytime identity to a serious evening menu and sharp bar program, the restaurant claims a distinct niche on the Lower East Side.
In a neighborhood packed with crowded speakeasies and gritty dives, a room that feels genuinely open, bright, and deliberate stands out. Whether popping in for an impeccably foamed flat white at 9:00 AM or lingering over grilled skewers and smoky cocktails at 10:00 PM, guests find an effortless coastal retreat right on Manhattan's urban edge.
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