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Jonathan Chandonait
Madison Milaszewski
"The food was delicious!! A very nice, small restaurant walking distance from where we stayed. We loved the ajillo shrimp and bistro steak. We had delicious sorbet for dessert. Would highly recommend coming here for dinner!"
6 days ago
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Idean Hashemian
"bryan & staff are extremely friendly! good recommendations and great energy. professional cooking techniques and plethora of flavor. hidden gem"
a month ago
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BETTY Rodriguez
"We had a wonderful dinner at Isa Bistro. The food was simply delicious & reasonably priced. Portions were good. Nice selection of Wines, Cocktails and beer. The ambiance is cozy yet refined. Excellent customer service!! This will be one of our new go to restaurants."
a month ago
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Michelle
"Great restaurant, just a bad part of town. Walking there not really recommended..."
a month ago
Google review
Stephen O' Farrell
"Fabulous experience at Isa Bistro. The menu is simple but covers a wide range of dishes to suit most preferences. They were out of the Branzino and substituted it with Sole, which was incredibly tasty; the sauce was delicious, and the fish was delicate. The cocktails are amazing and reasonably priced. The female bartender was very lovely and friendly – great..." Read more
2 months ago
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Lindsay Johnson
"This is one of my favorite restaurants in Portland. We come every time we visit and the food is incredible every time we are here. Service is great and everyone is super friendly."
2 months ago
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John Barbour
"Very cozy and full of nice folks. I pronounce the pork chop the World’s Best Pork Chop."
2 months ago
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Stephen Ebersole
"The food was amazing. This was my first experience at Isa. I came based on a recommendation from a coworker who liked Isa better than Scales. The only downside wasn't anything they could control, and that is the neighborhood is a bit sketchy after dark. We really appreciate that they have their own parking!!"
2 months ago
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Jim Mingle
"I've ordered take out here 10 weeks in a row and the food is exceptional. It will light up your palate and the to-go service is amazing. There is no better restaurant anywhere."
3 months ago
Google review
Karen D.
Falmouth, ME
"We have been going to Isa Bistro regularly for many years. Isa NEVER disappoints. We were greeted by the owner, Susie. The waitstaff (Justin), was friendly, informative and very attentive. The food was amazing. We can highly recommend the cod fritters, shaved fennel salad, bolognese and meatball sandwich. To add to all of this, Isa is a small neighborhood bi..." Read more
3 months ago
sarah b.
Freeport, ME
"One of the best meals I have had in a long time. Service was perfect-knowledgeable and helpful with choices and dropping in at the right times while we conversed. Everything that I tried was delicious. I think this was perhaps the best pork chop I have ever had. Definitely will come back."
4 months ago
Dan Murphy
"This is our kind of bistro: smaller scale; cozy; and a cool vibe. Entrees were very reasonably priced and good portions. we'll be back soon. and, the food was delicious. Try the salads."
4 months ago
Google review
Jim Anderschat
"Came here for dinner on a Friday night and were lucky to get the last open table. Reservations highly recommended! After NYC priced drinks we split the Classic Meatballs appetizer. While in consisted just of two small meatballs, they were good. Dinner I had the Halibut Tacos which were quite tasty and she had the Pork Chop, which was the best pork chop I hav..." Read more
4 months ago
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Jim A
"Came here for dinner on a Friday night and were lucky to get the last open table. Reservations highly recommended!After NYC priced drinks we split the Classic Meatballs appetizer. While in consisted just of two small meatballs, they were good.Dinner I had the Halibut Tacos which were quite tasty and she had the Pork Chop, which was the best pork chop..." Read more
4 months ago
Latifa S.
Seattle, WA
"Isa Bistro turned out to be more than a little off the beaten path, but we had such an outstanding dining experience that I'm really glad I let Yelp point the way here :-)The service was outstanding, and the ambiance was warm and homey. We began our meal by sharing a Caesar salad, then we shared the eggplant lasagna and the crab linguine. The lasag..." Read more
4 months ago
Kim Dixon
"excellent service"
4 months ago
Google review
Instant Observation
"Delicious food, sauces cannot be beat. Family owned and operated, and has off street parking."
4 months ago
Google review
Leland Burke
"3 stars pretty much say it. Food is good. Though overpriced. Atmosphere is bleh. Nothing special, crowded and noisy. Service, in our case was poor. Perhaps they have some other better servers. We won't return to find out. Overall, a disappointment."
5 months ago
Google review
Heidi T.
Phoenix, AZ
"Food was just okay. A lot of hype but not worth all the hype. Sat at the bar. Restaurant came highly recommended, but I'm sure there are others in the area that are much better."
5 months ago
Bailey Marden
"One of my absolute favorite spots in Portland! Chef Isa and the kitchen staff never miss and the atmosphere and wait staff is so welcoming and warm. I consistently have an amazing experience at Isa. A must try for sure!!"
5 months ago
Google review
Teodora Bakardzhieva
"Incredible food, friendly service and a fun wine list. A husband & wife owned business with a real identity. Highly recommended!"
6 months ago
Google review
Kyle P.
Bloomington, IN
"Absolutely rockstar meal. Cute, homey space. Fast and helpful service. Starters: Grilled octopus (8/10) Succulent octopus, bright and fresh flavors. My only critique is the balance of oil -- I could have done with less. Duck tostada (10/10) Completely addictive. The acid / fat balance was so refreshing, while still punching with the umami fla..." Read more
6 months ago
Zac G.
Perry, GA
"Wanted one fine dining experience while in Portland and decided Isa would be the call. Love the intimate environment and the care that the employees put into all aspects of the restaurant. Had a couple of cocktails that were both amazing. Halibut tacos were amazing. The beer batter was light and crispy, I could not recommend enough."
6 months ago
Scott Mathieu
"Love ISA. My go to dining option in Portland. Every meal is delicious and the service always great. One of my favorite dishes was the grilled pork chop. Cooked to perfection."
6 months ago
Google review
"Celebrated my wife’s birthday here on Saturday and had an excellent time. The Sea Dogs game became a double header and they accommodated a change in reservation time without issue. We sat and the bar and felt very welcome with the bartender. He was knowledgeable about the menu and answered all of our questions. We ordered both of the specials on offer (incl..." Read more
3 days ago