Excellent food and service, by the end of the meal we felt like valued long time patrons rather than just another table to serve. The mussel appetizer was outstanding and the Chilean Sea Bass was unique and delicious. Save room for Crème Brûlée.
February 2024
We had a wonderful dinner for 6 people. Food was delicious, service was supper attentive and the ambiance was lovely. Isa provides its customers with the old fashion personalized attention to every detail. We were impressed
February 2024
This is our go to place when we travel from Marin California to see jazz at geelou near Isa. Owner is so great. Experienced waiters like John. They have a full bar. I love the high quality food and service. You won't be disappointed.
Delicious French classic dishes are shared at this buzzy, Intimate and Warm French-Californian Bistro - full bar under a heated back patio or heated and covered front park let. Covid safety protocols in place
Other Information
Parking: Street
Attire: Casual
Cuisines: Spanish, French, European, Continental
Alcohol: Beer, Wine
Specialties: Parties
There are two ways to enjoy owner-chef Luke Sung's French tapas menu at Isa: in the modern and boisterous front room that spills out onto a Marina district sidewalk, or on the romantic alternative---the roomy, bi-leveled back patio lined with greenery, flowering bushes and strategically placed heat lamps. Polite and well-versed servers happily walk diners through the dozen or so small plates that make up the menu. Charming bistro lights criss-cross the tented outdoor space. Seafood is clearly the chef's specialty. One signature dish is the potato-wrapped sea bass with caper-specked brown butter that is earthy without being too heavy. Indulge in supple scallops prepared in truffle sauce and served atop buttery, creamy mashed potatoes, or try the plump mussels in pungent white wine and garlic broth. Short ribs fall off the bone, braised in their own demi-glace and plated with roasted broccolini and carrots. End the meal with a light, silky mascarpone trifle layered fresh fruit and huckleberry. A moderately-priced wine list stays focused on California winemakers.
