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Isa Bistro - Portland, Portland, ME

Isa Bistro - Portland

4.9
4.9
1444 Reviews
$31 to $50
Bistro

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Isa is a small neighborhood bistro serving eclectic and seasonally driven menu. Reservations are available inside the dining room up to 30 days out, with a maximum of 8 guests. Our private outdoor patio is open seasonally with same day reservations available only, as it is uncovered and weather permitting (not dog friendly). Please provide 24 hours notice for cancellations or a late cancellation fee may apply.
Friday lunch available 11:30-4pm. Dinner daily 4-9pm, except closed on Tuesdays.
A husband and wife duo! A 2023 James Beard nominated chef, Isaul Perez brings his experience cooking French and Italian food in NYC to life with a splash of his Mexican heritage. His wife Suzie is a certified sommelier and face of the front. They showcase local farms and purveyors, offer craft beers and house specialty cocktails. The dining room is cozy and quaint with an original black tin ceiling. Be sure to order any of the Mexican dishes, whatever they may be!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Italian, Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Isaul Perez
  • Area
    Portland
  • Cross Street
    Portland Street and Brattle Street
  • Parking details
    Private lot behind the building on Brattle Street and street parking.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,444 people are saying

Isa Bistro - Portland reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

  • Maine

    Best Overall

  • Maine

    Best Food

  • Maine

    Best Service

  • Maine

    Best Value

  • Maine

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Greater Portland

    Best Overall

  • Greater Portland

    Best Food

  • Greater Portland

    Best Service

  • Greater Portland

    Best Ambience

  • Greater Portland

    Best Value

  • Greater Portland

    Innovative

  • Greater Portland

    Healthy

  • Greater Portland

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Greater Portland

    Great for fine wines

  • Greater Portland

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Isa Bistro in Portland is a beloved spot offering "excellent, high-quality, beautifully presented" dishes with a diverse and creative menu. Known for its "intimate and beautifully decorated" ambiance, the restaurant features exceptional service and a "warm and inviting" atmosphere. Highlights include the beet salad, eggplant lasagna, and unique wine selections.
1,444 Reviews
  1. Ryan VIP

    Nashville6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite restaurant in the Portland area. The cod and sole both were amazing. Service is prompt and restaurant is extremely clean. We highly recommend Isa Bistro

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  2. Nancy

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Isa has been and continues to be one of our favorite restaurants in the Portland area. We go there with some regularity - for a Friday lunch, a casual meal out, a birthday celebration as well as on New Years Eve. The food, service and ambience are all outstanding.

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  3. diane

    Montreal7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent , high quality, beautifully presented dinner. absolutely loved the beet, avocado and burrata salad. and the cod loin with asparagus!

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  4. Faylinda VIP

    Baltimore23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A dependable awesome experience every time we dine at Isa. Our wait staff was knowledgeable & prompt. The dishes we selected were delicious. Lasagna for my husband - a generous slab with thin eggplant slices. Cod for me in puttanesca sauce that included whole skinned cherry tomatoes. The cod was glistening & the asparagus still had a nice bite. Cat wait to return.

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  5. David

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So so so so so so so so so so so so much awesomeness

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  6. EllieW VIP

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was exceptional. Service lovely. Cocktail spot on. Highly recommend.

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  7. Alan

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is consistently exceptional, and the staff is knowledgeable and friendly. It is one of our favorite places in which to dine. Highly recommended.

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  8. Mary

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall very good meal and service. It was a full house and I found myself missing conversations at my table because of the noise level.

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  9. Lola VIP

    New Orleans3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have a lovely meal sitting at the bar. Great food and service. One of our favorite spots in Portland. Truly a special place.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was outstanding! We ate at the bar, and the bartender (Brian) was friendly & attentive. The atmosphere was intimate and comfortable, even though it was busy. Would definitely come back!

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FAQs

Isa Bistro - Portland offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (207) 808-8533.

Isa Bistro - Portland is rated 4.9 stars by 1444 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Isa Bistro - Portland

79 Portland St, Portland, ME 04101

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Portland Street and Brattle Street
  • Area
    Portland
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Italian, Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private lot behind the building on Brattle Street and street parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Isaul Perez
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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