ISLA Restaurant

ISLA Restaurant, located at 1100 15th St NW in downtown Washington DC, represents the vision of Executive Chef Lonie Murdock, a celebrated Black woman chef whose Caribbean-inspired fine dining has captured the attention of the nation's food critics. The restaurant's tagline 'Global soul. Island roots.' encapsulates its mission to bring authentic Caribbean flavors to the heart of the nation's capital while maintaining an elevated dining experience that rivals the best establishments in the country. Chef Murdock's cooking has earned widespread acclaim, featured prominently in Essence magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post, which praised ISLA as 'a downtown D.C. power restaurant that is more than meets the eye.' The restaurant has been recognized as one of Washingtonian's 100 Very Best Restaurants, ranking number 28, and has become a favorite among politicos, journalists, and entrepreneurs who frequent the downtown corridor. The sleek island-inspired interior design creates an sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere, perfect for both business dinners and romantic evenings. Adjacent to the main dining room, Goodlove cocktail lounge offers expertly crafted drinks in a music-driven setting, extending the hospitality into the evening hours. Reservations are available through OpenTable, and the restaurant has become known for its exceptional happy hour offerings that draw crowds from nearby office buildings.