Isla Cuban-Latín Kitchen Menu
Isla Cuban-Latín Kitchen is a hidden gem located in La Palma, CA, offering a taste of Cuban and Latin American cuisine with a lively atmosphere. With live music on select nights, the restaurant sets the perfect vibe for a memorable dining experience. Customers rave about the flavorful dishes, such as Lechon Asado and ropa vieja, served with traditional sides like rice, black beans, and plantains. The cocktails, like the senora deisy with passionfruit and tamarind, are a must-try for a refreshing and unique flavor profile. The attentive service and warm ambiance make Isla Cuban-Latín Kitchen a top choice for those seeking a taste of Miami in Southern California. Whether you're a fan of Cuban classics or looking to explore new flavors, this restaurant offers a diverse menu that will leave you wanting to come back for more.
Tapas - Appetizers
EMPANADAS
Turnovers filled with choice of Chicken, Beef, Vegetable or Ham & Cheese
PAPAS RELLENAS
Stuffed potatoes with seasoned ground beef
TOSTONES RELLENOS
Green plantains stuffed with your choice of pork, chicken or ropa vieja
CHICHARRON DE POLLO
Crispy pieces of marinated fried chicken served with tostones and ajillo sauce
CEVICHE DE CAMARON
Shrimp ceviche combined with a sweet, savory and spicy mango salsa
CROQUETAS
Seasoned bechamel mixed with diced ham coated with panko crumbs and fried to a crispy golden brown
ISLA SAMPLE PLATTER
Empanadas of your choice, papas rellenas, ham croquetts and yucca cheese balls
ENSALADA DE MANGO CARIBEÑA
Harvest blend combination of green leaf, read leaf, tangos, lolla rosa, batavia, and oaks, diced mango, red onions, red peppers, mango dressing
ENSALADA LA SABROSA
Arugula, cucumber, red onions, tomato, balsamic vinaigrette dressing
ENSALADA CESAR
Traditional caesar salad, romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, caesar dressing, croutons
SOPA DE POLLO
Cuban style chicken noodle soup with potato served with a side of white rice or congri
Salads & Soups
Carnes - Beef
BISTEC ENCEBOLLADO
USDA prime flap steak sauteed with onions
RABO ENCENDIDO
Beef Oxtail with olive oil, garlic, bell peppers in a Creole sauce
ROPA VIEJA
Shredded beef braised in salsa criolla, peppers, onions and tomatoes
RANCHERA ASADA
USDA Prime flap, seasoned with our signature citrus marinade
LOMO SALTADO
Tender strips of USDA prime flap steak sauteed with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, soy sauce and french fries
PICADILLO A LA HABANA
Ground beef stewed in our house criolla sauce with potatoes, onions and bell peppers
MAR Y TIERRA
Grilled beef and shrimp, often combined with onions and bell peppers.
LECHON ASADO
Traditional roasted pork marinated hours with Cuban garlic mojo criollo sauce roasted to perfection
Puerco - Pork
Pollo - Chicken
POLLO ASADO ISLA
Slow roasted chicken marinated in garlic mojo sauce
POLLO A LA PLANCHA
Grilled marinated chicken breast topped with grilled onions
POLLO SALTADO
Tender strips of chicken sauteed with tomatoes, onios, cilantro, soy sauce, and french fries
CHICHARRON DE POLLO
Dominican style fried chicken, lightly battered, moist and served to perfection
CHAUFA CUBANA
Cuban style chicken fried rice
SALMON AL AJILLO
Grilled salmon filet, seasoned with garlic and olive oil
SALMON HABANERO
Grilled salmon filet seasoned in a spicy tomato and habanero sauce
CAMARONES SALTADO
Shrimp sauteed with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, soy sauce and french fries
CAMARONES AL AJILLO
Shrimp sauted in our signature garlic butter sauce
CAMARONES HABANERO
Shrimp sauteed in a spicy tomato and habanero sauce
Mariscos - Seafood
Mofongo
MOFONGO
A caribbean dish made with green plantains mashed with salt, garlic, pork rinds and olive oil
Plaintain Chips Bowl
Plantain chips bowl: Crispy plantain slices typically served with a hint of salt.
MADUROS
Fried sweet plantains
PAPAS FRITAS
French fries
YUCA CON MOJO
Yucca, garlic mojo
TOSTONES CON MOJO
Fried green plantains, garlic mojo
YUCCA FRITA
Crispy yucca , cilantro dipping sauce
CONGRI
Black beans and rice
ARROZ BLANCO
White rice
FRIJOLES NEGROS
Black beans
VEGGIES
Green and red bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, carrots, onions and asparagus
SIDE SALAD
Fresh Green Salad: A Crisp, Refreshing Side Dish
AVOCADO SIDE
Creamy sliced avocado, perfect as a refreshing and healthy side dish.
SIDE STEAK
Grilled steak, typically seasoned with Latin-American spices.
SIDE SALMON
Grilled or baked salmon, typically seasoned with herbs and spices.
SIDE RABO
Braised oxtail, typically includes onions, garlic, and bell peppers, slow-cooked for tenderness.
SIDE PECHUGA
Grilled chicken breast, typically seasoned with Latin-American spices.
SIDE MASITAS DE PUERCO
Mashed potatoes typically served with fried pork chunks, seasoned with garlic and spices.
SIDE ROPA VIEJA
Shredded beef stewed with tomatoes, peppers, and onions.
SIDE CAMERON
Grilled shrimp, seasoned with Latin-American spices.
Side Orders
Postres - Desserts
ARROZ CON LECHE
Caribbean style rice pudding with sweetened condensed milk and cinnamon
FLAN
A rich, thick custard made with eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla and topped with caramelized sugar
TRES LECHES
Sponge cake soaked with blend of condensed milk, evaporated milk and whole milk
GF Rice
Steamed rice, a versatile staple suitable for any meal.
GF Beans
Black beans typically seasoned with traditional Latin-American spices.
Gluten Free
Sandwiches
EL CUBANO
Traditional cuban pressed sandwich, roast pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle & cuban dressing
PAN CON BISTEC
Traditional Prime beef steak sandwich with mayo, lettuce, tomatoes and grilled onions
PAN CON LECHON
Roasted pork sandwich with grilled onions and garlic mojo sauce
SANDWICH DE POLLO
Grilled chicken with lettuce, tomatoes, avocado and swiss cheese
MEDIA NOCHE
Sweet bread, pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickle, mustard, mayonnaise and butter
SANDWICH DE CROQUETA PREPARADA
Cuban bread with our crispy ham croquette, Swiss cheese, ham, cuban dressing, pickles
SANDWICH DE ROPA VIEJA
Cuban bread with our famous ropa vieja
Coca Cola
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Fanta
Refreshing carbonated beverage with a fruity twist, ideal for quenching your thirst.
Lemonade
Refreshing citrus beverage.
Club Soda
Effervescent Club Soda: Crisp, Refreshing, Perfectly Carbonated
Pellegrino Sparkling Water
Crisp, Effervescent Pellegrino Sparkling Water - Refreshment in Every Sip.
Aqua Panna Mineral Water
Imported flat mineral water.
Materva
A carbonated drink made from yerba mate, typically with a sweet, herbal flavor similar to ginger ale or cream soda. Popular in Latin American countries.
Ice Tea
Brewed tea served over ice, offering a refreshing and classic beverage experience.
Shirley Temple
Sparkling citrus soda with a cherry twist, guaranteed to delight your taste buds.
Cranberry
Cranberry juice: Typically includes real cranberries, offering a crisp and clean taste.
Hot Tea
Steaming, aromatic blend of finely selected tea leaves. Perfectly soothing.
ARNOLD PALMER
Refreshing blend of iced tea and lemonade, a classic thirst quencher.
