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The Lost History of Cuban-Chinese Cuisine
A fascinating blend of Chinese and Cuban cuisine emerged in Cuba during the late 19th century with the arrival of Chinese immigrants on sugarcane plantations. The popularity of Cuban-Chinese cuisine spread beyond the Chinese community and was embraced by all Cubans. These restaurants became an integral part of Cuban culture, offering a unique culinary experience that blends the best of both worlds.
While historical events dispersed the Cuban-Chinese culture, the cuisine found a home in the exiled communities of Southern Florida and Northern New Jersey, where in the 1970’s and 80’s Chino-Cubano restaurants were some of the most popular. Inspired by this history, we aim to bring back the essence of, but also reinterpret, Chino-Cubano cuisine!
Join us on Chino-Cubano Tuesdays at La Isla to celebrate this delightful culinary fusion and be part of this culinary adventure to rediscover the lost flavors of Chino-Cubano cuisine with a sense of heritage, innovation and fun!
Paella
saffron rice, mussels, shrimp,chorizo & chicken
29
Croquetas de Bacalao 16
codfish croquettes, arugula, lemon-paprika aioli
Maduros con Burrata 15
fried sweet plantains, burrata, bacon, mint, queso fresco
Guacamole 16
hass avocado, cilantro, lime, jalapeno, taro root chips
Montaditos 16
grilled shrimp, spanish chorizo, chimichurri sauce, over tostones
Yuca Brava 13
fried yuca, Spanish chorizo, spicy aioli, manchego cheese
Available Daily
Sopa de Pollo med 7.00 / lg 9.00
homemade chicken soup, potatoes, carrots, celery, corn, cut spaghetti
Potage del Dia / Soup of the Day
Mon: Garbanzo med 6.00 / lg 7.50
Tues: Grean Pea med 6.00 / lg 7.50
Wed: Lentil med 6.00 / lg 7.50
Thurs: Galician/White Bean med 6.00 / lg 7.50
Fri & Sat: Seafood Soup lg 18.00
*Take-out soups are larger portion -add $1
Available with any salad below:
chicken 7 / shrimp 10 / blackened salmon 13 / skirt steak 14
Verano Salad 14
watermelon, arugula, cucumber, ginger vinaigrette, goat cheese, almonds
Espinaca y Remolacha 14
baby spinach, mango, avocado, roasted beets, oranges, onion, macadamia nuts, blue cheese, champagne vinaigrette
Chopped Salad 14
black beans, corn, onion, lettuce, tomato, crispy tortilla, cilantro-lime vinaigrette, queso fresco
China Cubana Salad 14
baby spinach, cabbage, avocado, soy-lime, jalapeño vinaigrette, sesame
Choice of two side dishes: rice, beans, yuca, maduro
Churrasco con Chimichurri 36
grilled marinated skirt steak, chimichurri sauce
Guava Glazed BBQ Ribs 24
served with Cuban-style mashed potatoes (no sides)
Pescado en Salsa Criolla 29
oven roasted branzino, white wine, olives, capers, tomato sofrito, baked potatoes (no sides)
Pescado con Chutney de Piña y Mango 28
pan roasted blackened salmon, coconut rice, mango-pineapple chutney (no sides)
Camarones Enchilados 26
creole style sautéed jumbo shrimp, peppers, olives, onions
Camarones al Ajillo 26
sautéed jumbo shrimp, white wine garlic sauce
Pollo al Ajillo con Espinaca 25
boneless chicken breast, garlic-cream sauce, sautéed spinach
Bistec de Pollo 22
grilled chicken breast, caramelized onions
Chuletas Encebolladas a la Parrilla 22
grilled marinated center cut pork chops, caramelized onions
Bistec de Palomilla 25
seared thinly pounded sirloin steak, caramelized onions
Bistec Salteado 26
stir fry beef, sweet peppers, onions, tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, sweet plantains, white rice (no sides)
Masitas de Puerco 20
fried pork morsels, lime marinated onions
Arroz Chino-Cubano 25
grilled shrimp, vegetable & egg stir fried rice, peas, soy, cabbage (no sides)
*not pressed
El Cubano 15
pulled pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle, garlic mojo
Pan con Pescado* 14
fried fish fillet, tangy tarter sauce, raw onions, french fries
Pan con Bistec 15
thin beefsteak, lettuce, tomato, onion, potato sticks
Churrasco Sandwich 19
grilled sliced skirt steak, caramelized onions, chimichurri sauce, potato sticks
Media Noche 15
roast pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle, garlic mojo, cuban brioche
Havana Club* 16
triple decker sandwich, grilled chicken, bacon, tomato, avocado, onion, mayo, multi grain bread
Chicken Breast Sandwich 14
grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, potato sticks
Fried Chicken Sandwich* 14
bacon, tomato, avocado, jalapeño aioli, toasted brioche bun, house-made chips
Cuban Reuben 16
corned beef, braised short rib, swiss cheese, pickle, mustard caraway seed mojo
Hamburguesa Vegetariana* 15
quinoa-black bean burger, avocado, arugula, pickled onion, taro root chips