Isola Italian Trattoria

4.5 ( 151 reviews )
Checking... 4:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours
$50–100
1901 Long Beach Blvd, Beach Haven, NJ 08008, United States
+1 609-496-5321

Isola Italian Trattoria, located in Beach Haven, NJ, has quickly made a name for itself as a must-visit Italian restaurant. Diners rave about the exceptional quality of the food and the warm, inviting atmosphere. Many reviewers highlight the standout dishes, such as the delectable cheesecake and rich, tender braised short rib served with creamy polenta. Customers like Ivy Colon emphasize the unique flavors of the Caesar salad, expertly dressed kale, and perfectly cooked pizza. The restaurant's BYOB policy allows guests to pair their meals with their favorite wines, enhancing the dining experience further.

Patrons appreciate the attentive service, with many mentioning the friendly hosts and knowledgeable staff. The intimate setting, complete with a cozy patio, creates an inviting ambiance that's perfect for special occasions or a casual meal with friends. Sonny J. notes the authentic preparation of the pizza, crafted right before your eyes, adding a personal touch to the dining experience. With consistent praise for the well-balanced flavors, ample portions, and a commitment to quality, Isola Italian Trattoria is undoubtedly a gem on the shore that keeps locals and visitors coming back for more.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • Kerbside pickup
    • No-contact delivery
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Great dessert
    • Great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Coffee
    • Comfort food
    • Food
    • Small plates
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking

Reviews For Isola Italian Trattoria

Cheeky Panda
Jun 18,2025
Absolutely delicious! Went here for Father’s Day dinner and it was incredible. Everything we ordered tasted amazing, and the service was great! In particular, the cheesecake was to die for!!! Wish I could dine here all the time!
Ivy colon
May 22,2025
Wow a really spectacular restaurant on the island that is really taking the shore by storm! The Caesar salad was the best I’ve ever had the kale , the dressing was incredible ! The pizza was amazing and wow I can not say enough about the pasta ! On Sundays they have a special gravy they make and it’s just amazing! And the short rib is made in such a unique and special way it was so tender and delicious ! The service was amazing and the food was even better !
Daniel
May 16,2025
Fantastic restaurant in Beach Haven, easy to find with a small parking lot and street parking. Was lucky enough to grab a res here for restaurant week so this review will be based on the fixed menu provided. Place was easy to find , cozy and small interior and a covered porch. Hostess was super friendly and server was on top of everything and very professional. BYOB so be sure to bring a bottle of your favorite wine. Apps were delicious, the pizza was well made, the Fritto misto was flavorful and fresh, and the vitello tonnato was nice and rich. For mains the Vongole was was delicious and garlicky. Definitely keep this in mind if you're planning on kissing anyone that night. The Pampanella was well seasoned and juicy, absolutely delicious. The risotto had a wonderful earthiness and the prawns were a great accompaniment. The cheesecake was fantastic and the tiramisu was the perfect sweet treat. Overall a fantastic meal for the price and a wonderful experience. Definitely a cozy place to enjoy a great meal with friends or a loved one. Will definitely be back!
Barbara Bristol
Apr 19,2025
Restaurant week served its purpose to convert a first time experience into a return customer experience. Portions were plentiful, unique and DELICIOUS! Each of us(5) LOVED our dish. Alex, our server was wonderful and the hostess was pleasant and working hard too. I want to go back and sit at the bar to oversee the kitchen magicians at work. We had BEEF CHEEK?! Like a braised short rib on a bed of creammmy (yes 3 m’s for the richness) polenta snd gravy. Even the anise cookie on our tiramisu was aromatic and packed with flavor. For a small place AMBIENCE was nicely lit and very comfortable.
Sonny J
Apr 5,2025
This scores a perfect 5 out of 5! Food is excellent. Have been there about 3 times to try all the different items on the menu. From the moment you are welcome to the exceptional service and amazing food you know this place is special. It’s BYOB. The pizza on the menu is something else - very authentic - and the best part made in front of your eyes. Highly recommend. Make reservations though - it’s very popular with the locals.
Anton Ego
Mar 23,2025
The antipasto was fabulous The bread was delicious The Cavatelli, pork ragout and broccoli rabe was very good. The Gnocchi was lite and airy The organic chicken was a good choice The short ribs were cooked perfectly and tasted great. Lexi are server was on point and the open kitchen runs like a well oiled machine.
Dee Ward
Mar 17,2025
A great experience from beginning to end. Alex is top notch! He was very informative about the menu and had great recommendations! Porterhouse steak was absolutely outstanding. Be sure to order ahead to share with the table along with their delicious selection of pastas. Looking forward to our next visit!
Enrique Cafaro
Mar 5,2025
One of the nice things about being on the Jersey shore in Winter is that you get to tryout restaurants that you would never think of going to in the high season. Isola Italian Trattoria on LBI is one of those. On a cold late February night we were easily seated with warm hospitality and service. We started with a delicious and fresh burrata served with whole artichoke quarters on top of homemade pesto spread and roasted red peppers. The appetizers were served with slices of toasted italian bread that we couldn’t get enough of. For dinner we had the uniquely rolled lasagna that was abundant and flavorful and recommended by many, I had an order of the cavatelli with sausage and broccoli rabe draped with a Calabrian pepper sauce, I enjoyed every bit of it. Save room for their wonderful desserts, we had the apple crisp with cinnamon gelato, outstanding. The only negative I would have are the prices but that seems par for the course wherever you go these days.

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