Quick service, comfortable environment. The food came out great, very flavorful and the chicken had a nice char from the grill that added a nice smoky flavor. read more

Isla - Pancit Bihon - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

The food was delicious! We ordered the lechon and chicken adobo, the lechon was super crispy! It was our first time having it Filipino food and we were immediately hooked. The ube cake had the perfect amount of sweetness. read more

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It is a crime that I've never reviewed this place before. It is absolutely outstanding, and as a Filipino-American, this food makes my heart and stomach sing. Good Filipino food is so hard to come by in Metro-Detroit. Usually, it falls into two ends of a spectrum: homestyle (which every Filipino auntie comments, "Why pay for this when I can make it at home?") or elevated fusion (to which the same aunties comment, "This isn't real Filipino food.") Isla 200% perfectly balances the middle ground. The flavors taste authentically Filipino and strike that perfect note of nostalgia while also being better than my family's cooking. (Please don't tell them I said that. I'll be excommunicated.) I'm partial to the Chicken Inasal, though you won't be able to stop me from stealing a few bites of my husband's Pancit Bihon with Pork. We always look forward to eating the Ube Cheesecake at the end, but one of these days I'm going to try more of their offerings. As restaurants go, it's a very small place. We came in on a Saturday during lunch time, and all of the tables were full. Something to keep in mind. (Would love to see them expand to somewhere bigger.) But the servers were friendly and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. I only wish I lived closer to this place, but whenever I'm in the area, I make it an absolute point to drive out of the way to Isla. read more

Stopped by for some dessert and their halo halo was super tasty and refreshing. It was a good amount for two people. Would love to try out their food sometime! read more

Isla - Halo halo - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

Very very good convenient/not-complicated Filipino food. They offer limited but quality dishes. Lots of places (Filipino restaurants) often offer a slew of dishes but sometimes are flat on flavor, too oily, use less than ideal animal bits.. but not at Isla. They're very thoughtful and they deliver with each dish. We ordered lechon kawali, chicken adobo, palabok, and halo halo (WHICH YOU MUST HAVE!). And they all were so good. Even the cooked white rice is top notch! I'm super sad I didn't get the chance to come back.. but looking forward to it. Thank you for making delicious Filipino food . read more

A small place to eat. They are short on people if more customers show up at the same time. The owner/staff are super nice. Decent enough food, I've never had other Filipino food, so I cannot comment on how authentic it is here. Their dessert is amazing! I wish they would use real utensils and containers for the dine-in option, instead of to-go boxes for all the orders. read more

Amazing restaurant all around! Food is excellent. Environment is cute and clean. Price is reasonable. Staff is super friendly. We got their Adobo pork, beef noodle soup, and Halo Halo. The Halo halo was best in town, simply amazing and well-made. Lots of ingredients, well worth the price. The pork was initially too salty for us, but they re-made it for us and it was perfect. The pork is super tender and well flavored, no way to make this at home. They also braise their meat freshly, which is good to know. The noodle soup dish is very unique with super tender meat. Overall highly recommend and would return. read more

Isla - Halo halo - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

We're visiting from California and were excited to try Isla in Michigan. Back home in the Bay Area, we've been to restaurants with the same name--large, vibrant spaces with great Filipino food--so when we saw "Isla" out here, we thought it might be part of the same group and wanted to give it a try. When we arrived, we saw that this was a much smaller location than what we're used to. We're not sure if it's related or just shares the same name, but we were expecting a similar vibe. We drove 30 minutes from Detroit and arrived around 7:15 p.m. with a party of six. Their website said they close at 8:00, so we assumed we had plenty of time. As soon as we walked in, we were immediately told they couldn't accommodate a party of six--no explanation, no options, just a flat no. A kind customer at a six-person table nearby offered us their table since they were nearly finished. We let the staff know, but then we were told they were out of rice plates and only had pancit left. We told them that was totally fine--we don't eat rice anyway, and we'd be okay with pancit. That's when they reminded us again that they close at 8:00, even though it was still 45 minutes away. At that point, it really felt like they were just finding ways to turn us away instead of trying to serve us. What we would've appreciated is some simple, upfront communication. If they had just said: "Hey, just so you know, we're closing at 8, the kitchen is already winding down, and all we have left is pancit--do you still want to eat here?" --then we could've made an informed choice. We probably would've stayed, been quick, and been grateful for the honesty. But that option was never given to us. Instead, it felt like we were being quietly shut out. It was especially disappointing after making the effort to drive there and support what we hoped was a familiar and authentic Filipino experience. Hopefully, management can work on better communication and hospitality. It makes a big difference. read more

I've had almost all the food on the menu and I love it! My family has ordered food and dined in. My personal favorite is the Lechon Kawali and of course the beautiful Halo Halo! The food is always yummy and authentic. read more

Isla - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

If you are considering Filipino food, this is seriously the best Filipino food I have ever tasted in that even even coming from my own family. The pork adobo I ate was so well marinated and so tender that I did not want each bite to end. This also goes for the halo halo which every ingredient was fresh. Even the bowl that it sits in is in a young coconut, which then you can scrape out and mix with the rest of the ingredients to eat. The service is wonderful, but it does take some time to make the food so be prepared to wait however it is worth the wait! Overall, ambience is very family, friendly and oriented. Very clean. Space you will not be disappointed. This is a must try! read more

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We drove from Lansing to Sterling Heights for the Isla experience. The ambience is fantastic, and the space is Instagram-friendly. The owners are super friendly, and the service is great. They even surprised my mom with an ube dessert for her birthday. That was such a nice touch. read more

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Isla is genuinely one of my absolute favorite places in all of metro Detroit, as a more or less lifelong resident of metro Detroit! It is also one of those places that I can't believe I haven't written a review yet for, so I am making up for the error of my ways today, once and for all! I first discovered Isla half a decade ago when they were one of the restaurants that operated out of Fort Street Galley in downtown Detroit. I had just started a job in downtown Detroit and within that same week, discovered Isla. Ever since, I have never looked back! I would go to get lunch at least once a week (if not more!) from Isla basically every week before the pandemic hit and we started working from home. And then, for a few years while the pandemic was raging, I sort of lost all concept of time and space and realized quite belatedly that Fort Street Galley had closed during the pandemic, so by the time I went back to work in Detroit, Isla was no longer there. But no matter because from the ashes of the pandemic and from Fort Street Galley, Isla rose again and this time in metro Detroit! They are kiddy corner from H Mart in Sterling Heights on Big Beaver/Metro Parkway, so it is always the perfect place to go before or after a proper grocery shop there - it's truly the perfect afternoon! Everything on Isla's menu is so delicious! For those who don't know, Isla is a Filipino-owned restaurant comprised of truly the best Filipino food EVER! It's a husband and wife duo, with the husband being the chef and the wife being the pastry chef, so you definitely want to make sure to get a meal including dessert here - you won't regret it! They are so lovely and personable, always making sure that you're enjoying your food. Isla sometimes has odd hours or limited times where they'll accept phone call aheads, so it's best to check their websites and social media (which they are good about updating) if you can't get through one way or another. But trust that it's worth a trip, regardless of where you're coming from! They have a ton of indoor seating for you to dine in. I oftentimes will take my food to go and even though I'm located about 30 minutes away, it all holds up beautifully once I get home and reheats really well for the next day or following days too! My favorite items on the menu are their Lechon Kawali (crispy slices of pork belly over a massive bed of rice, which you can pour their dinuguan sauce all over) and the Pancit Palabok (SO much shrimp and crab over a soupy bed of rice noodles with crispy chicharron bits on top for some added texture!). The flavors in both of these dishes, and every dish on their menu, are TO DIE FOR! Their Adobo Rice is also absolutely divine and I have so many friends of mine who always will get their adobo rice meals because it's the best they've ever had as well! Isla is always coming out with limited time specials, both for their meals and desserts, so it's always worth a try because everything they've ever made is so delicious! I love trying new things each time, but I am also so tempted to return to my favorites as well (and often do) because they are some of my favorite things I've ever eaten in the area and I crave them all the time! As for desserts, again...every single dessert is DELICIOUS! A fan favorite is the ube cheesecake, which I love, but my personal favorite is the cashew sans rival! If you love meringue, you will LOVE this! The texture and flavors of the cashew sans rival is out of this world!! I truly could go on for 156 more paragraphs, but I'll try to wrap things up! Bottom line, do not sleep on Isla! You will love anything and everything you order here! I almost don't even want to publish this review because what if you all start selling out of my favorite things haha! Something to note, that I've been really wanting to try, is their Sunday brunch! The menu looks so delicious, but I haven't been able to get out there on a Sunday during their brunch hours quite yet! Hopefully SOON! In the meantime, go any time you are available and make it a priority! And tell them Amanda sent you! You won't regret it!! See you soon, Isla!!!!!!!! read more

Isla - Pancit Palabok - YUM! - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

Delicious food and great service. The batchoy is really good, and has a really yummy soup.

Isla is not nearly as good as it once was when it first opened. It was always overpriced but I was willing to pay to get quality Filipino cuisine that could not be found elsewhere. My favorites were the Lechon Kawali and the Pinoy Baked Spaghetti and Wings. The prices have slightly increased and the quality has gone noticeably down. The Lechon Kawali has a lot less meat than before and the lechon slices are thinner and drier. Not worth the price or, for me, the drive. The hours are also inconvenient and sometimes the restaurant is unexpectedly closed. I don't see myself returning anytime again soon. read more

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Pictures share the story. Had to try because it is the ONLY Filipino restaurant in the Detroit metro area. Food. Interesting. Different. But good flavors and textures -- varied from cruchy lechon, savory diniguan, hot soup, to cold Halo-Halo dessert. Everything were in to-go containers with plastic ware. PRICEY. Service was counter service. Kind. Not "extra" Filipino hospitality. A bothered by the "RESPECT" signage on tables. So, tips may not be expected. Ambiance. They call your number when your order is ready. So, it is a little impersonal. Small restaurant. Seats less than 30? So, make a reservation or do takeout. Overall, I would come back for the lechon. read more

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Got their soup with fried pork skin, pork adobo, halo halo. All three dishes were great. Pork was a bit too salty (which made for a very flavorful rice, but i do prefer a less salty dish. The soup (ba-choy?) Was very flavorful and not too salty. Mixed well with pork skin. The service was great. The owner treated us like family. It is a self service restaurant, but still tipped. The halo halo is $15 but worth it imo. It's in a coconut with ice cream, shaved ice, and you can peel the coconut from the side. I would recommend for sure. Ambiance is nice and clean. The customers seem happy and seem to be familiar with the owner. I would come back. read more

The food was all very good! The palabok was my favorite. The sauce was flavorful and it came with a lot of shrimp and chicharron on top for an added crunch. The calamansi juice is the cherry on top to make the palabok the best. Both the owners are very friendly and attentive. read more

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I was beyond ecstatic to find a Filipino restaurant here in Sterling Heights, Michigan! Being a Bay area native, I am no stranger to amazing Filipino restaurants and home cooked meals. There was so much on the menu that I wanted to try! I decided on getting the Pork Adobo and Cashew Sans Rival for something sweet. Both were amazing, the combination of soy sauce, vinegar, pepper and garlic was very well balanced. The portions were generous and the meat was very tender. PJ and Jacquilyn were very kind. It was nice learning that PJ had Bay area roots like myself. I can't wait to try the Lechon Kawali and Chicken Inasal next! Also, they do silogs (Filipino breakfast) on Sundays! read more

Isla - Cashew Sans Rival - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

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The food here is so good! Great introduction to Filipino cuisine and I need to re-visit. I had the pork adobo, and it was so flavorful, and perfect with the rice. I couldn't stop eating it, but still had leftovers for a couple days. Read: prices are worth the portion sizes you get here. Halo halo was also amazing, and refreshing. The ube and other flavors are so interesting, and it's like exactly the dessert you'd want on a summer day. Main complaint, which the restaurant can't control, is when they're busy, the remaining seating for solo diners has a big window facing the sun, so you're really in the sun when you eat. Bring your sunglasses! If you don't have sunglasses this could be very annoying but wearing mine sort of added to the ambiance, like I was on a tropical beach eating. They also must not get a lot of solo diners, since the host seemed confused at first at me walking in to eat. read more

Isla - Pork Adobo - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

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Every time I hear the name of this restaurant, I immediately think of the song "La Isla Bonita" by Madonna. Anyway, my friend wanted to come here and check the place out and has heard good things. I've never formally had Filipino food, so I thought, why not give it a try. Walking in, the place isn't very big and has limited seating. The menu's pretty simple, in regards to only having a few dishes to choose from. We studied the menu, and I went with the Chicken Adobo and my friend went with the Pork Belly. When the food came out, the portions were HUGE, and was more than enough for two separate meals. (I still have leftovers.) I didn't try my friends dish since I don't eat pork, but my dish was absolutely fantastic! Best food I've had in a while. I was hungry anyway, but I couldn't get enough! So why 4 stars instead of 5? First, everything's plastic here. Silverware, bowls, and cups are paper. No formal settings. Secondly, they don't have fountain pop, only small cans and a juice or two. Also, there was barely any napkins at the table and we had to ask for more. Small and minor? Yes, but still annoying. I will be back here when on this side of town. Foods excellent and well worth the money. It's not cheap, but it's easily two meals and done really really well. read more

Isla - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

Went in here for the first time around noon on a Sunday. Immediately noticed that the restaurant is pretty small. Had four tables and then a few seats at the countertops. Half the tables had a reserved sign when we got there. Might be good to make a reservation if you can since it's limited seating. Food was very good. Got the crispy pork and then ordered off the brunch menu the beef and egg with garlic rice. The desserts looked very good so would have to come back and try those out. read more

Isla - Crispy Pork - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

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It's interesting to find Filipino restaurants up in Metro Detroit. But love to see it! We came to only try dessert. We got halo halo, which is a mix of shaved ice, ice cream, lychee, other toppings. This version was in an open coconut. Really refreshing to scrape off the coconut meat! Usually, its served in a bowl or a sundae glass cup. We also tried ube cake which had some sort or gelatinous coconut flavored something on top. Really light and delicious! Overall, everything was good! The halo halo is beautifully presented but slightly messy to eat if it doesn't melt a bit. Otherwise, Everything falls off it. We didn't try the main menu, but my sister had had their pancit before and enjoyed it. My sister decided to try their calamansi juice. Really fantastic! It tasted like they must've made themselves! It's not a large space inside. A handful of tables. It can seat families and large parties. But I'm sure they get folks who like to do carry out! Plenty of parking out front as well. read more

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One of my fav spots to go to! No bad dish here. Service was very nice here. You won't regret coming here. read more

Isla - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

Overall, a 4.5/5 (a couple minor issues, but not a big deal), but will round it up to a 5/5. This is my fourth time trying Filipino food, and Isla was a great fourth restaurant experience! My friend and I didn't have to wait too long (20 minutes, maybe?) for a table this Wednesday evening, but I'd recommend calling ahead to make a reservation. For the rice bowl entrees, you can choose between white or brown rice here! Sadly, no garlic rice, haha. CHICKEN ADOBO - 14.99 I love that there's so much chicken - a good mix of white and dark meat. The dark meat was tender and juicy! The white meat was dry and did not soak up the adobo sauce very well. Still, it was tasty. The adobo sauce was flavorful and was well integrated into our rice, so you could definitely enjoy the rice without any chicken. Good amount of garnish that enhanced the flavor of this entree. LECHON KAWALI - 14.99 There's a decent amount of pork belly, but so much rice. I get that you're supposed to pour the dinuguan sauce (which was flavorful and a bit tangy) over the rice, but there's just not enough meat. Overall, the pork belly was delicious and crispy. Some of the skin was a bit hard (and didn't have much meat) which made it hard to eat without it getting stuck in my teeth. This seems to be their most popular entree here, so definitely give it a try. While there were some quips, my friend and I thoroughly enjoyed the food here. We were very full and loved the flavors of both of our rice dishes. Next time, I'd like to come on Sunday morning to try out their "Sunday only" brunch options like Longsilog or the Ube Waffle! read more

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Legit filipino food in Sterling Heights! Chicken inasal with garlic rice: really nice stand out items here.! The chicken drippings mix with rice to make it really yummy! Lechon kawali: a must get if you are into crispy pork belly (who doesn't love crispy pork belly??) Pretty tasty Pork adobo: any adobo is always something that Filipinos are highly opinionated on since you always compare it to what you grew up with. Version here is quite good and similar to how we do it at home! Very soft pork shoulder chunks, whole peppercorn and good over rice. Batchoy: not something we ate growing up. beef noodle soup with chicharon topping very good on a cold day Dishes come as single orders over rice but easy enough to share. The halo halo looks amazing but not an option for take out sadly! Next time dine in to try! read more

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Very friendly service , very clean atmosphere, food is great! What other thing do I need more? I usually don't eat Filipino food, I didn't know about that.Of cause I still don't remember name of food so I checked when eat see the picture and read review... . But my preference here is rice with something... I really like them. Pork,chicken very yummy... I never try dessert so usually I'm full when finish eat but next time I will try something sweet! read more

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They're open from 4 PM to 8 PM tonight. They suggested making a reservation for dinner tonight. We made one for two of us at 6 PM. The inasal chicken and the adobo chicken look good. We ordered the adobo chicken, rice noodle with chicken (pancit bihon), two of the Calamansi juice (lemonade like) Ube cake. The Calamansi juice is good. The pancit bihon was decent. The chicken was good and moist. Wasn't super flavorful. The adobo chicken was yummy. Nicely stewed chicken, falls apart it's so moist. Not a ton of flavor but still good. The Ube cake was different and not too bad. Looks cool. The food all comes out in carry out containers and plastic utensils as well. Service was quick and easy and attentive too. read more

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Delicious. Tasted like home. Came on a Wednesday and it was nice and slow. Inside is super clean and modern, there's about five small tables and another seating area near the window, so be conscious of what day and time you're coming. We dined in and were given menus and were told to come back up front when ready to order. We chose the chicken inasal and lechon kawali. For desert I was originally going to choose the Cashew Sans Rival that was on their little dessert sheet, but luckily Tita Jacqueline asked if we wanted Turon and or Halo Halo, we said yes to both and was not disappointed. Food took about 15 minutes, but Filipino food can take a long time to cook, so I was happy to wait. The food was amazing. It tasted like home, and it was certainly made with love. The portions are perfect. Lechon wasn't too salty, but still had a crispy bite. Inasal was packed with flavor. And I don't know what it is about their white jasmine rice, but it tasted wonderful, the fried garlic bits on top really made a difference. Tita Jacqueline also seemed to be conscious of the time frame of where we were in our meal, because just as we were finishing up our entrees, the Halo Halo and Turon were being served. I really really appreciated that it timed out like that. Halo Halo was delicious (and messy as it should be) and the Turon was perfectly cooked. The Halo Halo tasted like the ones from home. And I appreciated the flaky, not overly sweet Turon. I felt as though the prices were a tad bit expensive, but I know Filipino food can require a lot of time and resources to cook to make it taste properly. The Owners were very nice and friendly, and I can't wait to see them again when I have another pinoy food craving. The palabok and Batchoy is next on my list! read more

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This is my favorite Filipino spot in Troy. The staff is really friendly and makes you want to come back. I had the Pancit Palabok, Chicken Adobo, Pork Adobo, Pancit Bihon, and Tropical Ube Cake. I thought all of these dishes were great and it just depends on what you are feeling that day. The palabok is tangy and flavorful with a good amount of seafood. the Bihon with chili sauce has a good amount of protein and noodles. The adobo is good and creamy. I love their adobo sauce but I prefer the pork as sometimes the chicken is a little dry. Now you have to try their tropical Ube cake, it is one of the yummiest things I have had and I wish I could eat it every day. it is well balanced in taste and texture with a creamy, tart base contrasted by the citrus passion added to it. For texture, the cake is soft and has added crunch with the crumbs put around it. read more

This was my first time eating Filipino food, and I was impressed! We went on a Saturday afternoon and only had to wait about 15 minutes to be seated. The restaurant is small, but comes with a side of terrific service. We got Pancit Palabok along with the Pinoy Baked Spaghetti and Wings and shared. The Pancit Palabok was good. It featured very crispy pork, some good seafood and thin noodles. The only thing I'd change about this is I wish it was hotter - temperature wise. It was warm, but for a broth based dish, I wanted it to be hot. Meanwhile, the Spaghetti & Wings were some of the best I've ever had! The chicken was so crispy and the spaghetti was full of flavor! I'd get that again, without question. Sadly, didn't get a photo of the chicken and spaghetti. We dug right in! Overall, if you're in the area, stop in! You'll be happy you did. Just check their website, the hours are a bit unusual right now. read more

Isla - Pancit Palabok - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

Pricey but delicious. Never having ate Filipino food before, I was unsure what to get. There menu is small, a rice section and a noodle section, with about 4 options each. I asked what the most popular/signature dish was, and the woman working said the Pork Adobo with Rice, and the Pancit Bihon. so I ordered one of each, and topped it off with the most popular dessert, The tropical Ube cake. The Adobo was out of this world. I would totally order it again. The noodle dish was good, but I would try another one next time. Then I ordered the Tropical Ube Cake, and at $8.50 I thought I might be getting a small cake to feed 2, but it was a sliver of a dessert, barely enough to share. I'll eat here again, but I'll forgo the outrageously priced desserts. read more

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Soooo good! Looked for filipino food in the area and found this one. The lechon was crispy and the diniguan was pretty good with lechon/add to rice. The pancit bihon was also tasty, but the chicken on top was the best part -- so juicy and flavorful Will come back for sure! read more

Isla - Pancit bihon with chicken, lechon kawali with rice and diniguan - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

I was looking for a nice treat for dinner and found this restaurant through a recommendation for a friend and it did not disappoint!! I got carry out and the service was quick and efficient. The cashier was able to help make recommendations. The way the food was packaged was so nice and displayed nicely! The chicken in the chicken adobo was soft and tender you can tell it was cooked with care and for a long time to really develop flavors! The pancit noodles were full of sauce and the beef was incredibly tender. This adorable mom and pop shop definitely deserves 5 stars and recommend to anyone looking for some amazing Filipino food! read more

Isla - Beef Pancit and chicken adobo - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

Cute little mom and pop cafe tucked in a corner of a strip mall. We wanted to get a taste of Jollibees since it was coming to Michigan and for some reason never opened, so we got a couple baked spaghetti and fried chicken dishes. The spaghetti was good. Taste just like the dish I make at home, well cooked with gooey cheese. The chicken was good, very crispy, but needed a bit of seasoning to the coating. Since they gave such a nice sized portion I was able to salt it a bit and reheat it the next day, then it was perfect. The real star was the chicken adobo. The rice was so well cooked and absorbed all of the sauce from the chicken and onions. The chicken was tender and cooked perfectly. It had such a familiar taste of comfort food. Also a large portion with plenty for lunch the next day. If we visit again, dessert is definitely on our menu to try. read more

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My boyfriend and I went here. It's right on the border of Sterling Heights and Troy off Big Beaver. The inside is small, but very clean. We went on a Friday evening and were able to find a seat right away. The staff were very friendly and service was excellent. Food was delicious. We split a crispy pork bowl and tropical Ube cake. The sauce that comes with the bowl was very flavorful and savory. Will definitely be back to try more dishes. read more

Isla - Tropical Ube cake - Filipino Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

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Amazing Filipino food and awesome service. The owners were very friendly. We ordered the chicken adobo and lechon kawali. Both were very good and they come in pretty large portions. For dessert, the Halo Halo is a must! It is such a unique and refreshing dessert. The ube cake was absolutely delicious and probably my favorite part of the meal. Yum! read more

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Ever since moving to Michigan, I've wanted to try Isla because it's one of the few fully Filipino restaurants. I took my friends (not Filipino) and we enjoyed it so much! FOOD: The calamansi juice was so well made and refreshing. I had pork adobo (because you can't go wrong with adobo) and they had lechon kawali + dinuguan sauce. The pork adobo was SO tender and just had the right flavors. The lechon kawali was so crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. We also shared a Halo-Halo dine-in, which my friends had never had. They elevate the halo-halo from traditional by taken the coconut water from the fresh coconut and freezing it to turn into the shaved ice for the halo-halo. So you can literally taste the coconut in the ice too. I don't like artificial coconut very much but LOVE fresh so this was absolutely amazing. I got a tropical ube cake and Sans Rival to-go and took bites as soon as I got home... absolutely delectable!! EXPERIENCE: The restaurant space and seating is limited, so it doesn't feel super chaotic like it feels at some larger/chain restaurants. The owners (JP & Jacqueline) are the only ones working during weekdays and sometimes have 2 teenagers helping during the weekend. Kuya JP and Ate Jacqueline were SO accommodating and attentive even though it's only the two of them cooking/serving in the restaurant. They're super kind and care about your eating experience. Overall, such a positive experience and it felt so much like home! If I could give more starts, I would. Definitely recommend trying!! read more

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OMG BECKY AMAZING RESTAURANT ALERT. I was so blown away by how delicous this food was. As soon as I walked in my nose was capitavted by the smell of incredible food being prepared. I ordered the Beef Pancit Bihon it is noodles with vegetables and a lovely sweet & tangy sauce. It was simply the best noodle dish I have had in a very long time. Derrick ordered the pork rice bowl. He enjoyed it and said the meat was so tender and was marinated well. He also tried the lemonade beverage it was so refreshing with a hint of tangerine. If you want something different and delicious for dinner this is your place. I highly recommend this little Gem. I hope everyone has a good dinner tonight. read more

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The place is almost an hour away from where we lived. Nevertheless, we make sure we make time to go back to Isla each time we are craving for a Filipino dish. Food : This time, we were back to get lechón kawali with dinuguan, and pancit palabok specialty noodles. Aalways, each time you eat, what ever on the menu, its guaranteed to be delicious, with a twist. The chef /owner has his way of adding his secret ingredients that would wow any customer. Service: Very good service! Jackie, the wife / owner surely knows how to take care of her guest. Today, we were served a complementary 'special turon'. Incidentally, this dessert piece has been published in the famous'HOUR' magazine. Ambiance: Casual setting. Average noise Cost: priced appropriately for the volume of food you are getting. Wifi: None Parking: Free in front of the restaurant. Restroom: Clean, Shared Gender Overall summary : Would recommend this place to any one. We've done it multiple times taking guest here if we want them to showcase, a taste of Filipino food. While we thought we were done eating dinner, the owners came out and gave their courtesy greets. We got entertained talking with the JP and Jackie for more than an hour touching based on a lot of topics. You can call that as Total entertainment ! Until next time. Definitely will go back. read more

The Filipino food here cannot be found anywhere else in Michigan- so that should be your solitary reason for going way out of your way to try it- It's 5 star food- just really really good- and don't skip dessert because it's pastry chef quality. (You're going to pay for that quality and it's worth it) But I took off one star so that you're well aware of how hard you might work to eat here You can call to reserve a table but most likely no one will answer the phone. (We tried for days and then, once here, reaffirmed that you can call to reserve, but also heard the phone going unanswered while we were dining in) We arrive at 4:30 (they open at 4) on a Sunday and it was a 2 hour wait for the table. (You can carry out but that would be a 40 minute wait- and we wanted the special dessert which is fine-in only) We also pre ordered our food so that when the table was ready, so would the food. There are 5 tables. So you wait. We gave our cell# and went shopping at Aldi, Target and HMart and got a bubble tea at Vivi across the street. When we came back, all was ready. With 20% tip- (that's going on faith because we gave that when we ordered and left two hours ago )- we spent $69 for 2 ppl: 2 rice noodle bowls (one with shrimp and one with chicken), a Halo Halo dessert and an Ube cake. Again, the food is DELICIOUS- we even ordered another bowl to take home for someone else- But I want you to be prepared: you will wait and it will not be cheap Try getting through for a reserved table. That's prolly your best Plan A read more

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