7 Mouthwatering Dishes You Must Order At This Trendy, Australia-Inspired Restaurant In Williamsburg

Located in the arcade of the William Vale hotel in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Isla and Co serves speciality coffee and brunch dishes inspired by Australian coastal towns by day and a cocktail driven dinner destination by night.

Isla and Co. is the latest restaurant opening in NYC that is born from the culture of the Australian hospitality industry creating an approachable dining destination in an elevated environment. The menu encapsulates Australian style cooking - excellent cuts of meat paired with bright flavors alongside vegetable focussed dishes and is designed to fit the bill for your morning coffee, a mid-week lunch walk-in, an intimate dinner date or a local social gathering spot, providing a convivial eatery boasting healthy, always-fresh, seasonal, high-quality ingredients and dishes, alongside an always engaging service.

HALF DOZEN OYSTERS

These freshly shucked, aphrodisiac oysters are topped with caviar and served with cucumber mignonette. Slurp them with no shame -- they are absolutely delicious.

CRISPY HALLOUMI

Mouthwatering, cheesy halloumi is deep fried to perfection, and served on a bed of almond romesco, honey, and Spanish dukkah.

FISH AND CHIPS

One of the best Fish and Chips I have ever tasted. The batter is perfectly crispy and has a slight spice to it. The dish is served with thin fries and a side of yuzu kosho tartar sauce.

BRAISED SHORT RIBS

On the heavier side, the short ribs is extremely tender (maybe a bit too fatty for my liking) and melts in your mouth. It comes with smashed fingerlings and charred broccoli, and herb salad.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS and ROASTED SWEET POTATOES

These sides are almost better than the entrees themselves! The grilled asparagus is topped with crunchy toasted walnut breadcrumb for a nice texture, and seasoned with lemon and chili. The sweet potatoes are served on a bed of creamy labne with spicy salsa macha and cilantro.

STICKY DATE PUDDING and BLUEBERRY PANNA COTTA

Make sure to leave room for dessert! Both the Sticky Date Pudding with whipped cream and caramel drizzle, and Blueberry Panna Cotta are the perfect ending to a delicious meal at Isla and Co.