Isla & Co. - Bishop Arts

Restaurant · Bishop Arts District

Isla & Co. - Bishop Arts

Restaurant · Bishop Arts District

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408 W Eighth St, Dallas, TX 75208

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An approachable dining destination in an elevated environment. Serving the Bishop Arts District of Dallas speciality coffee and brunch dishes inspired by Australian coastal towns through the day and a cocktail driven dinner destination at night, Isla & Co. draws influences from Australia, Europe and South East Asia  

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+1 214 258 6132
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@islaandco

$20–30 · Menu

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"This cafe from down under landed in Bishop Arts with a fabulous breakfast service. Stop in for smoked salmon lox Benedict, or try the brioche French toast with seasonal fruits." - Eater Staff

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"This cafe from down under landed in Bishop Arts with a fabulous breakfast service. Stop in for smoked salmon lox Benedict, or try the brioche French toast with seasonal fruits." - Eater Staff

12 Excellent Dallas Breakfast Destinations
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Mary Holstine

Google
Really enjoyed brunch here! Australian culture & vibes throughout the restaurant and the food. Favorites were the Mushroom toast and the brioche French toast. Quality ingredients & good flavors! The avocado toast looked good too. Our server was great recommending dishes and checking the table frequently. Look forward to trying more dishes. Outdoor seating and reservations available too.

Caleb Connell

Google
Want an Australian take on food and drink? This place has it. Great vibes, clean restaurant, GREAT food, decent service all wrapped up in one! The kangaroo kabobs were delightful and the blistered Brussels sprouts were the favorite! Service was on the slower end, but the place was busy. The cocktails were averaging $12-15 per drink. Definitely want to come back for more. Those salads looked impressive.

Mark Liniado

Google
Tried Isla & Co for the first time today (Sunday) for lunch. There are several locations in other cities, including Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The theme is Australian, but it is more a nod to Australia than trying too hard. For example, the menu says “WTF is Australian food?” Somewhere on the menu Kangaroo is mentioned at mp (market price), coming soon, but it is just another way to question what Americans think Australian food is, since I doubt it is coming ever. I tasted the fish & chips and I had the chicken sandy. Fish and chips were excellent, with a nice crispy and firm, fresh fish. The fries are a little thicker than McDonald’s size and they were great - right out of the fryer with some very good oil. The chicken sandy was on fresh, thick sourdough bread, with pesto, chicken and cheese. I ate half and brought the other half home. I also had a cappuccino. It was milky and tasted more like a latte than a cappuccino, but I enjoyed it. The vibe in the restaurant was great. Tables inside and outside. Casual and relaxing next to Dude, Sweet Chocolate. Highly recommended. I’ll be back soon.

June Johnson

Google
My dear friend and I grabbed brunch on Saturday before seeing a matinee at Bishop Arts Theater and this meal was an experience! The food was very savory and generous. We enjoyed very strong coffees, I got a macchiato, and a small plate of fries with a black garlic aioli. We chose the benedicts, mine with hollandaise and avocados and hers with salmon and both were incredible. They are known for their cocktails 🍸 so we will have to come back and try them another day. Note: they have designated parking on the side of the restaurant, which was super nice.

Johnny Tran

Google
Isla & Co has an unique atmosphere with outdoors seating available. We had the Brioche French Toast and Spicy Prawns Vodka Rigatoni. Both dishes were absolutely delicious! The service was top-tier. Highly recommended for brunch in Bishop Arts!

Lorenzo hubbard Designs

Google
Get ready for a lot of flavor, from down under! Some reviews, I write; others float from my fingers; because the experience was that wonderful. Welcome to Isla & Co. the S is silent so pronounced Ila. The European Bistro Design of Isla & Co. complement their intimate, yet casual ambiance, and diverse clientele. Although their service will make you feel like the star, for me it’s easily Isla & Co.’s Executive Chef, Malik Cantu; a Dallas native, whose training, and skills have landed him in some of the best kitchens in the city. His menu and cuisine are described as refined simplicity; for this diner however the simplicity is only in the ease of ordering, definitely not in the flavor of the dishes. From traditional Australian rubbed kangaroo, to fusion favorites, and some of the best garnished, and seasoned North Atlantic Oysters, and Charred Octopus I’ve ever experienced, you’ll enjoy one culinary explosion after another with every bite. No worries if you’re vegan, vegetarian or have the kids along, there’s something for everyone; even burgers, and pastas. Make sure you leave belly space for dessert! My Creme Brûlée, and Espresso were the perfect ending. Important shares; don’t let the cozy size of the bar fool you, their craft cocktails, and wine selections keep up with the big boys, and are attended superbly, by the bartender and management. A huge plus in bustling BIshop Arts, are Isla & Co.’s private parking lot, and outdoor seating. I didn’t leave without the charming Sous Chef, JC, sharing they have happy hour daily from 3-6 pm, Wednesdays, are half off bottles of wines, and they offer an amazing brunch on both Saturday and Sunday with extended hours from 9-3pm. I hope to enjoy my next Isla & Co. experience seated next to you! Xoxo Lorenzo.

Jess

Google
We absolutely loved this place. We stopped by on our way out of town and had the brioche french toast and the brekkie roll. Both were phenomenal and the waitress working that morning was just so sweet 🥰we will definitely be visiting again!

Benjamine Harshbarger

Google
Great little spot near the corner of Bishop and 8th. We came early Wednesday evening when it was calm. Could have sat inside but decided ti sit in the patio tables outside at the entrance. Love that there were fly fans and traps to help keep the pests away. Had some great drink options although we only tried 1 drink each. Should have taken them up on the 1/2 price 🍷wine bottles. Had the brussell sprouts (spicy side) burger 🍔and the shrimp pasta of the day. Will definitley have to come back to try the chicken parm and some other drinks.

Rachel R.

Yelp
Atmosphere is cute, and so is the menu with all the random Australia facts & animals. Our waitress was nice and attentive. The Brussels sprouts were my favorite thing we ordered. The only thing I found disappointing was the sausage rolls, but that's probably because my Australian mother in-law's are

Sydney H.

Yelp
I loved this place!!!! So so so cute on the inside, but also very tiny. We came strictly for espresso martinis, but when looking over the menu we realized we needed to try something on it because everything sounded so good. 2 of my friends split the grilled chicken sandwich and they loved it. Huge portion too. I got fries that came with an amazing black garlic aioli. We had to ask for extra to put on the chicken sandwich too. I wish we could've eaten a full dinner here because this was the type of place you can just tell puts a lot of care into everything they make and it comes out as very high quality. Our espresso martinis were a reflection of this as well. They took a while to come out, but they were worth it. Very delicious. 10/10 recommend this place for a drink before going out, appetizers, a date night or just an overall good dinner.

Robert C.

Yelp
This is going to be a very mixed review. About a year ago we ate brunch here and it was fantastic. So, we were looking forward to having dinner here. We got there at 730 and it wasn't too crowded. We were sat quickly and ordered our drinks . We went to order appetizers but were told they were out of the Kangaroo. Disappointing but we got the Sausage rolls that were delicious and also, got Hummus which was also delicious. Then came time to order dinner. 3 of us wanted fish, 2 wanted a fish sandwich 1 wanted fish N chips. We were told they were out of fish and lamb . That was really disappointing and really put a bad vibe on the rest of the night. How are they out of fish which they don't start serving until 5 at 7:30? So me and my wife got the Isla burger , hers was delicious mine was too much bread. Her patty seemed a little bigger than mine but I think the patties are pre made. The other couple with us got the Chicken Parm and the Chicken Sandy. Those were both delicious. The sandy comes with broccoli which I thought was an interesting twist. The service was a little slow but she was very friendly and knowledgeable. Over all it was a good experience but we were left a little perplexed that they were out of food on a Friday night. We would probably be willing to give this place a try next time we are in town

Lauren-Ashley B.

Yelp
We had a 10am reservation for Saturday for a party of 10. When we arrived we were told that there was a delay in food service because of repairs being made. However, we were offered to order drinks. I came starving ready to eat & I don't like drinking on an empty stomach. I think the waiter should have offered free pastries or a discount off of our bill for the inconvenience. We didn't order until 10:45am. I was recommended the expresso martini, it was not my thing, it had a weird taste too it. I ordered the brekky sandwich with scrambled eggs, bacon, cheese, arugula and sautéed bell peppers. It was good with huge portions but it was slightly missing flavor. They're French toast was delicious, light airy and flavorful. Would definitely come back and order that. Service was nice and the place is decorated very nicely.

Akin B.

Yelp
Dropped by this spot for brunch with a few friends while I was in town for a bit! Everything was totally fine but it was a little on the pricier side for the portion sizes in my opinion. For what it's worth, everyone that I went to brunch with also enjoyed their meals, and the reservation was made by a local. So that should speak well to what this restaurant is capable of! Also we went during a pretty busy brunch time and there was totally space to walk in and come last minute. Could be good in a pinch!

Han C.

Yelp
Cute new restaurant on the Bishop scene located next door to Dude Chocolate. We sampled: - Burrata with delicata squash and pickled chilis - this was served with two pieces of thick grilled toast and was a pretty good start (the pickled chilis keep it fun) - Fish & chips with yuzu kosho tartar sauce - this was just okay. A bit pricey to be honest - two medium sized pieces of fish served on top of a bed of skinny fries for $26. The taste was very plain - would recommend skipping this - Sticky date pudding - a slice of caramelized date cake drizzled with caramel, accompanied by soft whipped cream - the best thing of the night They don't have a mocktail menu but made their Paloma virgin, and that was fine, though a bit on the tart side. The tiny kick of jalapeno was good though. My partner enjoyed the Smoke Show, a spicy mezcal cocktail that he described as very intense, so definitely get that if you're into drinks that punch you in the face. All in all - we'd come back for the date cake and maybe an espresso martini, or maybe brunch!

Kanika G.

Yelp
First of all, I love Bishop Arts District and love to support any business in that area. I have been to this restaurant twice now. I like that they have a menu that fits everyone. I 'like' the food. I like the ambiance. Would I go there third time? No. The food is expensive. $21 for an okay cheese burger with fries. Not for me! The service was not great the second time. People don't know what's written on the menu and what the ingredients are. It's was very casual service for an expensive restaurant.

Marie A.

Yelp
This is the perfect spot for a coffee, espresso martini flight (yes a flight, it's only $25 for three and they're all wonderful in their own unique way) and some super satisfying Aussie dishes. The Brussels Sprouts had the perfect amount of heat and the Fish and Chips was a great dish too. And if you're feeling adventurous try the kangaroo! Savannah and Siera who took care of our table made us feel like regulars on our first visit too - Highly recommend this spot!

Victoria W.

Yelp
Tried this place for the first time a few weeks ago and I've been back at least 3 times! The service is unremarkable! They're quick to seat you and work hard to get your order out in a timely manner. The restaurant itself is such a VIBE! Very cute and clean aesthetic. The food is incredible! The pasta is so so good, their oysters (not pictured) are very fresh, the lamb dish was good, and the fish was incredible! It's such a wonderful addition to Oak Cliff, I'll definitely be back!

Mitchell A.

Yelp
My SO and I were incredibly excited to try Isla & Co for the first time for brunch. The atmosphere is nice but the food was very lackluster and both of our dishes were missing ingredients. I got the Brekkie roll with fries. The Brekkie roll was missing the avocado and the spicy kimchi aioli. My SO got the French toast and it was missing the strawberry Compote. I let it go over the brekkie roll but I asked about the strawberry compote but apparently they knew they didn't have it but didn't bother telling us that it was still being made and wasn't included. They did say the coffee would take some time which wasn't an issue. The Brussels sprouts were the only redeeming factor about the meal. I get mistakes happen but the server seemed that he couldn't care less about the issues. We are both extremely disappointed in the food especially at the full price.

Shane A.

Yelp
This was fine dining portions with low end dining taste. The ambiance was pretty great, but after waiting nearly 45 minutes for our food we were petty much over it. When our food finally came, it was extremely anticipointing. First, the fish and chips was literally 1 piece of fish on a massive mound of chips. The too-long-to-make small piece of fish was chewy and meh. The seared market fish has a great crispy skin, but it was underwhelmingly seasoned atop a bed of cold, equally unsalted lentils. I've been lucky enough to visit Australia twice in my life. This wasn't the Aussie food I've grown to love. This was just sad.

Jennine K.

Yelp
Came with a party of 10 with reservation. The atmosphere is great and the food was pretty good, but the service was slow and there was a couple bugs flying in through the open door which was a bit uncomfortable.

Lorenzo H.

Yelp
Get ready for a lot of flavor, from down under! Some reviews, I write; others float from my fingers; because the experience was that wonderful. Welcome to Isla & Co. the S is silent so pronounced Ila. The European Bistro Design of Isla & Co. complement their intimate, yet casual ambiance, and diverse clientele. Although their service will make you feel like the star, for me it's easily Isla & Co.'s Executive Chef, Malik Cantu; a Dallas native, whose training, and skills have landed him in some of the best kitchens in the city. His menu and cuisine are described as refined simplicity; for this diner however the simplicity is only in the ease of ordering, definitely not in the flavor of the dishes. From traditional Australian rubbed kangaroo, to fusion favorites, and some of the best garnished, and seasoned North Atlantic Oysters, and Charred Octopus I've ever experienced, you'll enjoy one culinary explosion after another with every bite. No worries if you're vegan, vegetarian or have the kids along, there's something for everyone; even burgers, and pastas. Make sure you leave belly space for dessert! My Creme Brûlée, and Espresso were the perfect ending. Important shares; don't let the cozy size of the bar fool you, their craft cocktails, and wine selections keep up with the big boys, and are attended superbly, by the bartender and management. A huge plus in bustling BIshop Arts, are Isla & Co.'s private parking lot, and outdoor seating. I didn't leave without the charming Sous Chef, JC, sharing they have happy hour daily from 3-6 pm, Wednesdays, are half off bottles of wines, and they offer an amazing brunch on both Saturday and Sunday with extended hours from 9-3pm. I hope to enjoy my next Isla & Co. experience seated next to you! Xoxo Lorenzo.

Larry A.

Yelp
Recently had my engagement party here and it was the perfect setting the manager Savannah took care of us and made our experience perfect. On top Of the food being amazing I really appreciate them and I highly recommend the French toast during brunch hours

Kaylin L.

Yelp
Great food, especially for brunch, the stir-fry is great! It's a lovely place in a great area to check out the small boutiques. The staff here are very friendly and attentive. Hopefully they'll add a bit of lighting to the tables inside, because I BFF think it's a bit dark inside

Melissa C.

Yelp
Tucked in you must look carefully to find it. A cute little place with good character. We had brunch the food was great. All the coffees coming out looked amazing so definitely try one. Service was good. Really enjoyed.

Richelle R.

Yelp
This place is amazing. It is intimate for a date or a nice spot if you're looking to eat solo or with a few friends. Drinks: I love a dirty martini and here it was perfectly delicious. Food: The Brussels sprouts were phenomenal. They are cooked with a chili sauce but not spicy and garnished with mint and parsley. The mint was a wonderful touch and I will now add mint to my home cooked Brussels. I also had the charred octopus and one word: delicious. I highly recommend.

Orry D.

Yelp
This place is amazing!! Food is so tasty - octopus, haloumi and spicy shrimp rigatoni are absolute highlights and worth the trip in their own right. Kangaroo was delicious and I would recommend sharing this for something completely unique. The drink program is also elite - smoke show and east side spritz are great. Probably the most satisfying part about Isla & Co. is the experience - every single time I come in, no matter who is looking after you, you get amazing service and the celebrity treatment! Music lighting and vibes are on point! Highly recommend visiting.

Jake W.

Yelp
This place just straight sucks, I was really looking forward to this spot. The wait staff was just terrible, they were so rude, they rolled their eyes at my wife when she changed her drink order. And they were out of half the menu. Maybe they are just having a bad day. But come on. Was very disappointed!

Yuki I.

Yelp
I've been eyeing this place since it opened its location in Dallas a few months back. We visited on Sunday evening and were quite disappointed, unfortunately. Vibes: quaint, cute, intimate. With the minimalist and modern decor, they've got a great setup for cute dates, casual hangouts, and I'm sure great brunch vibes in the heart of Bishop Arts! The menu is super cute - little fun facts about Australia scattered throughout, along with pencil-drawn doodles. Drinks: Great selection of cocktails with all the liquors you'd desire! I got the East Side Spritz (gin, aloe, lemon, cucumber, sparkling wine) - a perfectly refreshing drink with that kick of bubbles! Food: We were unimpressed with our choice of menu items... Unfortunately, they were out of oysters by dinner service (which makes sense as they're running a special this month). So we ended up getting: - beet salad: The paper menu said Kale beet salad, but what we got was an arugula salad with some feta cheese and small pieces of beet, sprinkled with some orange pieces... very disappointing, as I was expecting kale and larger cubes of beet. - braised lamb shoulder (Swiss chard, crispy fingerlings, labneh, zhoug): The braised lamb was done pretty well in texture - soft and breaks apart very easily with a fork. However, I thought that the meat was way too salty. With the fingerling potatoes, the saltiness was a little more mellow, but even then, I thought that the salt was overpowering. - spicy Thai green curry (seasonal vegetables, basmati rice, herbs): Has great spicy kick. But the rice was done poorly! It must have been cooked on an oventop in a pan, rather than the rice cooker, because it was done very haphazardly, with half of the rice grains undercooked and some of it overcooked... It left rice grains stuck between my teeth as I bit down; not a great texture. And the green curry was a little perplexing, too. It just looked like a mashup of veggies... Broccoli was overcooked to where it was almost mushy and falling apart. I liked the spiciness of the curry, but that was about it. Unfortunately, we won't be coming back here, at least for dinner service. Perhaps their brunch menu has better items.

Liz B.

Yelp
FOOD: 10/10 SERVICE: 5/10 Food was delicious. We came in on their happy hour and we ordered the bruchetta, chicken wings, Brussels sprouts and oysters (as well as the prawn rigatoni but I forgot to take a pic because I destroyed it). No complaint on those. The only thing I would critique is the service. Waiter barely checked in our table and would sort of disappear for 10-15 minutes. Mind you, it really wasn't busy. We had empty plates we needed out of the way, and if I tried to make eye contact or wave, he would look straight ahead and walk right past. It was just a bit odd, like an NPC of some sorts. At some point, the entrees came in too early when we still had plates we were working on and there wasn't much room at our table. Overall, the food was too good to outweigh the service. I just wanted to write this for some feedback that could serve the restaurant. I really enjoyed it and would be coming back! This place made me love oysters.

Casey G.

Yelp
There's lots of great options for dining in bishop arts but this is definitely not one of them. They advertise specials but claim they are out of them when we called 20 minutes before and asked about them- seems a bait and switch to us. They were also out of half of their menu items when they have very few options to begin with. This is overpriced for flavor and portions. The food flavor would likely be a 2/5 if that was the only thing I was taking into account. Additionally everyone's food arrived at different times where some people were finished eating once others got their food. Their service and coordination was extremely lackluster.

Leslie A.

Yelp
This spot has become one of my favorite places in Bishop Arts! Fantastic drinks, extremely personable staff, and very chill vibes.

Alicia D.

Yelp
We visited Isla & Co. on its grand opening day. What a gem! Although we were a bit disappointed that their actual menu was slightly different from their online menu (which had clams and the Aussie slice), everything we ordered was delicious nonetheless! Drinks ordered: East Side Spritz Prickly Pear Paloma Smoke Show Appetizers ordered: Pork sausage rolls Black garlic caesar Entrees ordered: Roasted half chicken Braised lamb shoulder

Edwin L.

Yelp
My wife and I stumbled upon this restaurant when we were looking for another restaurant, but we were very surprised at how great this place was! Their menu is smaller than most--which I personally appreciate and it makes it easier to pick something. The food was delicious, the portions were well balanced and the environment around us was awesome. The service was great! Our server was very kind, professional and informative on the items that were on the menu. I definitely recommend this place for any one in the Bishop Arts area!

ERIKA A.

Yelp
Very nice place and they have their own parking which is a most for that area. Loved the scrambled i forgot what the name is called lol

Caitlin R.

Yelp
Stumbled into this place during our girls day trip! The ambiance was super aesthetically pleasing and laid back. Seems small to mention, but I loved the nice touch of having leather menus with cute doodles throughout. We ordered the spicy prawn vodka rigatoni, mushroom toast, raw oysters, and the Isla burger. All were so good! No complaints here! The service was light and not too involved, but it seemed that we always had what we needed when we needed, so that's good! Overall, great experience! Will definitely return next time I'm in the area!

Stephanie S.

Yelp
Visited Isla & Co this past Saturday and was blown away by the whole experience. The food was fantastic and highly recommend the oysters! The chef visited with us and made the visit very special. We will definately be returning soon and bringing more friends.

Ray N.

Yelp
The only thing great about this place is the service. The espresso martini flight was cute but nothing special. The fries that were served were cold upon arriving to the table. We had one dish that had uncooked chicken. It was also unusually cold inside. Not sure if they had some issues with the HVAC or just because it's an older building.

Coco C.

Yelp
Beautiful little restaurant wonderful service! Great cocktails, oysters and fries... can't wait to go back to try the breakfast sandwich which my friend had! Everything was beautiful!!

Peyton D.

Yelp
Very small space and my friend and I went for the espresso martini flight...I probably wouldn't recommend that to people (just because rum or whiskey are not my choice but they were not good at all). We couldn't even finish them. For $25 though it is a good deal. We didn't try their food, it was a bit expensive but it looked good when they brought it to other tables.

Becky H.

Yelp
Great vibe and excellent service. The food was very fresh and tasty. Love that it is Australian food. . Go check them out!

Christina N.

Yelp
Very deceiving. We came in on a Sunday for their oyster special $12 for a dozen oysters and a cocktail. It was too good to be true and they shouldn't have advertised that because they were out. We had called them less than an hour before arriving asking about it. The special was the reason we had came out. When the server finally came back to our table, we placed our order and was told that was also out. Very disappointing. The service is extremely slow, there are no specials, and the food was ok and overpriced. Our food also arrived at different time increments. I would not recommend coming here especially with all the other options around.

Nathan W.

Yelp
Liked the place overall, and the oysters in particular were phenomenal. However, the chicken wings in particular were an outlier and one of the worst foods I've ever had at a restaurant -- they smelled like some combination of the zoo, canned tuna fish, and what you would feed your dog, and didn't taste much different from how they smelled. Additionally, some of them were entirely dark meat, and specifically an off-brown color I've never seen in any chicken before, much less a wing. I'm skeptical at best that these were made of chicken. With that being said, it was a super cute place, service was great, and everything else on the menu was very enjoyable. Just don't order the wings.

Maria S.

Yelp
This is a great spot! The food is delicious and fresh! The hummus was out of this world and was made in house! I also had the octopus which was so good and the spicy prawn pasta was very well cooked! The scene was perfect too! The place was packed and only had one server but she was on top of it! She was very kind and attentive. Parking can be hard to find but as is anywhere in downtown. The martinis were delicious and they have a Negroni which in my opinion was one of the best it has notes of cocoa which blew me away! Highly recommend coming here and I know I will be returning!

Kathleen F.

Yelp
Food was tasty and service was great but the flies are terrible if you are sitting outside! They need to spray or put fans outside. Otherwise sit inside.

Luke M.

Yelp
We went here after we saw an add in social Media about a deal. We got a reservation and drove here for 30 mins. We were seated but after we ordered the advertised deal, they denied us the advertised deal. When we tried to talk to the manager on-site, she said she was sorry that they were out of the advertised item when the table next to us were having the item right in front of us. If you cannot honor the advertisement why put it on social media and why take our reservations for that deal? Do not recommend this place. False information and false advertising. Misleading establishments.

Carla G.

Yelp
Isla & co is first of all so pretty, second the staff is so nice and and attentive, and third the food is so good. We went for dinner and had the burrata appetizer, burger and pasta and everything was 10/10. Highly recommend the burrata appetizer! We will be going back to try the rest of the dinner menu + brunch menu.

Eileen S.

Yelp
We have been to Isla's a few times and enjoyed our meals everything. We went to Isla's today to try the fish and chips. It was wonderful! The tartar sauce is delicious, the service is perfect. The fish just delicious. We love Isla.

Renee R.

Yelp
Great food and drinks but they run out of oysters too early :( Service was friendly & they had nice decor!

Edward C.

Yelp
@islaandco was such an excellent find, with specials on oysters on the half shell, blistered Brussel sprouts, octopus, fries with aioli and innovative house cocktails. Located in the Bishop Arts District, in the midst of the booming entertainment area. #dallas #restaurant #foodie #happyhour #mixology #whenarewegoing #wegottoeat #culturemapdal #dallaslovelist #papercitydallas #dallasfoodie @edwardcruz2020 @kirbydeleon_ Follow us on @dallasfoodiearchive

Lila W.

Yelp
Love it! Cute, stylish, with great food. We especially loved the mushroom toast and all the cocktails are terrific. We'll definitely be eating here regularly

Jody M.

Yelp
Was super super excited to have an Aussie restaurant open up in BA 5 minutes from my house. Was recommended the mushroom toast to be told 5 minutes later they didn't have it. I then just ordered toast and Vegemite. The bread was super greasy and outweighed the taste of the Vegemite (believe it or not). We had the Brussel sprouts which were good but were way to greasy and also the fish and chips. There was not salt on the fish and chips and none on the table. For the price I would expect more than just one medium size piece of fish.... The menu it not very Australian (we were the at 11am). Will be going back to the 45 minute drive for true Aussie Tucker at Aussie Grind in Frisco.... The coffee is good at Isla though so it is worth a stop in for that. They will give Espimosos some competition especially if they reduce their price just a little... Maybe change the menu to some true authentic Aussie breaky Tucker and we will come back. We do intend to come and try the dinner menu. Fingers crossed for this.

Amy R.

Yelp
Service was excellent and all the workers were very nice and attentive. The fish and chips was our entree. The fish was ok, reminded me of a fish stick. The fries came hot and were ok. I had the wings they were excellent except they were $15 or $16 and didn't come with fries, just 6 wings! Fries were $8 for plain skinny fries. Parking was good, small restaurant that I plan on visiting again! Its in a good spot!

Ellen T.

Yelp
The service was good, coffee was awesome food was good. Our chicken sandwich was amazing but the sausage rolls could have been better, the dough wasn't quite done and it was a bit soggy tasting because of this. Overall great option and we'll be back.

Ty H.

Yelp
Kangaroo skewers and lamb were fantastic! Nice ambiance and really friendly staff. We came in late and they were nice enough to let us place orders before the kitchen closed.

Matt H.

Yelp
As my wife is Australian, we were looking forward to this place but will not be back. Nice aesthetic, good French fries but that's about it. My coopers pale ale was served warm and my chicken sandwhich was hard to eat, oily, and lacking in flavor (other than oil).

Victoria K.

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We came back! It was soooooo good food was amazing service was so good they really care about making their customers happy :-) I'm glad we tried them again also the pork sausage rolls were the best thing I've ever eaten in my life hands down you know your food is good when the table next to you asks what you ordered

Tim M.

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It wasn't a bad place. Menu was a bit limited but overall a good night. If you go, plan time for parking because that area hasn't figured out a good solution yet so you're parking blocks away and walking

Nick R.

Yelp
Really good. Everything we had was delicious (we had the fish and chips, sambal scramble, brekkie roll, rigatoni and grilled chicken sandwich). And the service was excellent. Impressive little cafe that does brunch and dinner dishes, artisan coffee and cocktails.