"More than a café, Isla & Co. is designed as a day-to-night gathering place that blends laid-back Australian pub culture with downtown New York energy. Designed by Craig Shillitto of Cycle Projects, the 70-seat dining room and intimate eight-seat bar feature lush greenery, structural lighting and floor-to-ceiling windows. The menu, created by executive chef Clint Snowling, leans into Australian pub classics and elevated comfort food meant for sharing."
"Dishes include whipped feta with fresh-baked pita, ponzu and chili squid with togarashi aioli, kangaroo skewers with celeriac purée and zhoug, and a fisherman's basket for two loaded with tempura fish, fried prawns, crispy squid and fries. Heartier plates range from lamb ragout with rigatoni to a chargrilled steak for two finished with wild mushroom-truffle cream and bone marrow jus."
"The beverage program is equally central to the concept. A wine list focused on small producers and "coastal drinkability" is paired with a cocktail menu overseen by beverage director Jeremy Ortiz. Signature drinks include the pepperoncini martini, smoke show with mezcal, passionfruit and habanero, and a Margot Robbie cocktail (she's Australian, in case you didn't know) built on tequila, toasted sesame, lemon and honey. The standout is an espresso martini flight, which offers three riffs on the classic and already looks like a must-order."
Isla & Co. opened inside the Merchant Hotel at 139 Orchard Street on the Lower East Side. The space was designed by Craig Shillitto of Cycle Projects and seats 70 with an intimate eight-seat bar, featuring lush greenery, structural lighting and floor-to-ceiling windows. Executive chef Clint Snowling created a menu that emphasizes Australian pub classics and elevated comfort food for sharing, including whipped feta, chili squid, kangaroo skewers, a fisherman’s basket, lamb ragout and a chargrilled steak for two. Beverage director Jeremy Ortiz programmed a wine list focused on small producers and coastal drinkability alongside signature and creative cocktails, including an espresso martini flight. The venue is the eighth New York City location for Parched Hospitality Group, founded by Barry Dry and David Orr.
Read at Time Out New York
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