La Isla Mexican Restaurant

3.9 (149 reviews )
$$
Mexican restaurant
Drive-through
Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery
+(15)

About 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!

Reviews (149) 3.9

  • Joey A.
    Nov 25,2024

    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!

  • Kelby D.
    Nov 12,2024

    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.

  • Pat P.
    Nov 3,2024

    Service was great and there is a nice assortment of breakfast tacos, burritos and plates. Including dried beef, spam and others

  • Matt T.
    Oct 28,2024

    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!

  • Teri H.
    Oct 6,2024

    Great food and great service! I don't have time to do 85 characters! That's not fair to the business!

  • Ron M.
    Aug 14,2024

    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 -

  • Devesh S.
    Sep 8,2023

    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.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are some popular dishes at La Isla Mexican Restaurant?

    Guests rave about the breakfast tacos, barbacoa, and homemade tortillas. Don’t miss out on their delicious desserts like fried ice cream and flan!

  • Can I make a reservation at La Isla or is it walk-in only?

    You can make a reservation if you'd like, but they also welcome walk-ins, so feel free to drop by anytime!

  • What dining options are available at La Isla Mexican Restaurant?

    They offer dine-in, takeout, and a drive-through service for your convenience. You can also enjoy their fast service whether you're coming for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

  • What is the atmosphere like at La Isla?

    The restaurant has a cozy and casual vibe, making it great for families and groups. It can be particularly nice for a quieter meal in the mornings or during happy hour.

  • Does La Isla Mexican Restaurant have parking available?

    Yes, there's free parking available both in a parking lot and on the street. It's also wheelchair accessible!

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