Welcome to La Isla Mexican Restaurant
At La Isla Mexican Restaurant, we celebrate the vibrant flavors and traditions of Mexico in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Nestled in Corpus Christi, our restaurant is not just a place to eat; it's a gathering spot for families and friends. Indulge in our extensive menu, showcasing mouthwatering dishes like tender tacos and creamy enchiladas, alongside numerous vegetarian options. Don't miss our delightful desserts, such as flan and tres leches cake, for a sweet finish. With a casual ambiance, takeout convenience, and happy hour specials, La Isla is perfect for both lunch and dinner. Come join us for an unforgettable culinary journey!
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14237 South Padre Island Dr Corpus Christi, TX 78418 United States Hotline: (361) 949-3341
Welcome to La Isla Mexican Restaurant, a vibrant oasis of flavor located at 14237 South Padre Island Dr in sunny Corpus Christi, Texas. A cornerstone of the local dining scene, La Isla combines the warmth of traditional Mexican culture with delicious contemporary cuisine. Whether you are craving a casual lunch or a festive dinner, this restaurant has something for everyone.
Upon entering La Isla, you are greeted with the inviting aroma of spices and fresh ingredients. The ambiance is casual yet lively, making it an ideal spot for families, friends, and groups eager to share a meal. The moderate noise level seamlessly blends with the laughter and chatter of satisfied diners, creating a jovial dining experience.
- Takeout and Reservations: La Isla makes it easy to enjoy a satisfying meal at home or on the go.
- Happy Hour Specials: Unlock delightful deals that bring friends together over drinks and vibrant appetizers.
- Vegetarian Options: With an array of vegetarian dishes, everyone can find something that caters to their dietary preferences.
- Family-Friendly: A dedicated kids’ menu offers delicious plates like beef crispy tacos and cheese enchiladas, all at an affordable price.
The menu at La Isla is a treasure trove for Mexican food lovers. Tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and quesadillas shine brightly, but what truly sets this restaurant apart is their commitment to using quality ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. For example, the Jalisco Burrito is generously filled and smothered in gravy and cheese, a heartwarming feast that you will savor with every bite. The diverse choices of meats— from asada to lengua—perfectly cater to a variety of tastes.
For those with a sweet tooth, don’t miss the dessert menu! Treat yourself to the creamy Flan or the indulgent Fried Ice Cream, which guarantees a delightful end to your meal.
In addition to their delicious food, La Isla provides practical amenities like on-site parking, Wi-Fi, and even a drive-thru for ultimate convenience. It’s clear that La Isla Mexican Restaurant goes above and beyond in creating both a memorable dining experience and an inviting atmosphere.
In conclusion, La Isla Mexican Restaurant is more than just a place to eat; it’s a celebration of Mexican heritage and cuisine. With flavorful dishes, friendly service, and a homey atmosphere, it easily becomes a favorite stop for locals and tourists alike. You will leave feeling satisfied not only in your appetite but also in your heart. So, come and experience the flavors of Mexico at La Isla—you won't be disappointed!
The food was fresh and delicious. The service is quick and efficient! Place is big enough and restrooms are okay. The pricing is definitely great enough for what the food brings happiness to your tummies! I bought chips and salsa ( before 11am) chips and salsa are my favorite from any Mexican restaurant so it's a must have always and this place salsa was AMAZING! I orders tacos in which barbacoa was GREAT NOT greasy! The chorizo was perfect as well! The tortillas were fresh and homemade. Every time I'm in port AYE I'll definitely be coming here for breakfast!
Excellent Tex mex. Consistent and cheapest food on the island probably while still being delicious. Great coffee, fast service, and free papers to read with your coffee or beer.
Service was great and there is a nice assortment of breakfast tacos, burritos and plates. Including dried beef, spam and others
Great home style Tex Mex restaurant. My chorizo and egg plate was filling and delicious. My wife had three tacos, and could barely finish 1 and a half. Homemade tortillas were amazing. And, most importantly, the barbacoa was clean!
Great food and great service! I don't have time to do 85 characters! That's not fair to the business!
Not sure where to go for our Eats, just driving and checking out places we see. I spotted a Mexican Restaurant called "La Isla Mexican Restaurant" that looks inviting and they are open. Walked in and the first thing that caught my eye was their Cool Bar - this is a nice Mom&Pop Place - the do it right. Located a table for us and Marie, our Server, came over, spoke to us what they are about, their Specials, etc.... Joe & I decided to have a Bloody Mary since it's not early-early morning and Bloody Mary's are essentially Veggies, and Veggies are good for you. Great way to start a day. Looking over the Menu trying to decide what to have is a tough choice because everything looks delicious - and they have pictures to help you decide. My Wife is having their "Cheese Omelet" with Skillet Potatoes & Refried Beans. Joe is going with the same, "Cheese Omelet" with Skillet Potatoes & Refried Beans but also ordered Sliced Avocados on the side. I am having their "Machacado & Eggs"; with Skillet Potatoes & Refried Beans. Those Bloody Mary's arrived and they are looking good. First sip told me that this is something special - it has that Peppery Bite Back that Bloody Mary's are known for. Soon our food arrived and it all ooks really good. My Wife and Joe really liked their Cheese Omelet. Those Skillet Potatoes are really good and the Refried Beans are the Best - period. My Machadaco & Eggs had lots of flavor throughout and was very tasty. All the food on the Menu looked Awesomelylicious and we really enjoyed what we just had, we were thinkng of coming back for Dinner. They have Specials for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner and Happy Hour Margaritas for only $2.25 - and All Day Mondays for the same price. "--- AND AGAIN" - And we did just that. We returned for our Dinner and ordered the Happy Hour Frozen Margaritas to start. Dany is our Server and we looked over the Menu trying to decide what to get - besides those Frozen Margaritas. My Wife decided on the "Tampiuena"; T-Bone Steak & Cheese Enchilada with Refried Beans, Rice & Guacamole. Joe is having the "Beef Fajitas & Shrimp"; Seasoned Beef Fajitas with Onions, Bell Peppers, Refried Beans, Rice & Guacamole. I am having the "Parrilladas"; Beef & Chicken Fajitas, Smoked Sausage & Shrimp served wtih Charro Beans & Rice. Orders are in and our Margaritas have arrived. These are really a nice size for only $2.25ea - and are Very Limey-Flavorful. While we enjoyed these Margaritas we ate some of the Best Chips & Salsa Ever. These Chips have a Real Corn Crunch to them and are Absolutely the Tastiest Chips I have had. Soon our food arrived and Joes and Mine are served on a Hot Skillet, Nancy's is on a plate - there is a lot of food for everyone. Flour Tortillas are also provided, fresh and hot. My Wife really liked here T-Bone Steak and ate all of it (I normally get a bite, but not this time). Joe said his Beef Fajitas were really good as were the Shrimp. My Parrilladas looks like someones Smorgasboard - lots of Meats on this skillet and it's all steaming hot. The Beef Fajitas are seasoned Just-Right and mighty tasty. Love the Thin Cut of the Chicken and the Flavor is Chickenliciousness. The Smoked Sausage is Perfectly Flavorful and the Grilled Shrimp is Shrimplylicious. The Onions & Bell Peppers add flavoring to all the Meats making it one great combination. These are also some of the Best Charro Beans anywhere and the Rice is Soft & Flavorful with the Guac being Fresh & Tasty. We also ate all the Chips and Dany brought us out more. They also provide you with extra Sauces for you to enjoy, the Red is Flavorful, the Green is HOTTT and the Dark is Really HOTTT stuff - but all very flavorful - with a Little Burn - and sometimes a Lot Burn. Dany also earned the "Dollar-Bow-Tie" Award. La Isla Mexcian Restaurant is the Find of the Year. You MUST dine here when in North Padre Island. It's actually the Best Place we were at. Not only for the Delicious Food but their prices are Very Low considering the location. Check'em out on Facebook - La Isla Mexican Restaurant -
Finding very good restaurants when one walks in without checking out the reviews is not usual specially when the place is nearly vacant. We went into La Isla after playing mini golf next door at Treasure island and took a chance and got lucky. The service at this place is great. It feels like a family business where everybody involved is family but I might be wrong. The food was great though. Ambiance could be better but if I one out of 3 was to be missing I would take ambience in a heartbeat. We got the chipotle chicken, Pollo Monterey and a custom dish that was pure Vegetarian and all of them were delicious. The hibiscus drink was quite flavorful too and the kid loved it. the missing one star is for the ambience, We would definitely recommend.