A "fast-REAL-food" vegetarian café offering a variety of smoothies, cold-pressed juices, hearty soups, made-in-house milks, baked sweets, and a farm-to-table brunch on weekends with fresh whole food ingredients locally sourced. There is also a zero waste store carrying household products, personal care products and other essential pantry items, many of which are vegan. All are available in bulk for the customer to refill their own containers or mesh bags. The cafe serves clearly labeled vegan soups, pancakes, main dishes, smoothies, and desserts. NOTE: Please verify if still fully vegetarian. Open Mon-Sun 8:00am-3:30pm.
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909 Avenida Manuel Fernandez Juncos, San Juan, Puerto Rico, 00907
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Last update on 31 Jan 2024 by VeganWithAPassport
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Added by NWatlington on 18 Nov 2022
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20 Reviews
First Review by redlentil
Shanmarie
Points +90
Amazing + Vegan Friendly - Edit
This made me so happy! Visiting PR from the US for vacation and was completely blown away. I had the Cardamama Latte w/ Almond milk Vegan Isla Brunch Sampler ( the Sweet Potato Pancakes were delicious) .
Read moreMy server was such a sweetheart to ensure my food was completely Vegan. Please try this place, you will not be disappointed!
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saritoru
Points +126
Peace Food - Edit
Great place to enjoy a healthy meal. Spacious and service is good.😊 Store with local organic products like soaps, detergents, grains, spices you can reuse your jars and fill with what you want.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-08-04
Pros: Can Order ahead, Good menu, Mini local store
Cons: Parking
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MollyManriquez
Points +1928
Best food in PR - Edit
This was literally the best place I’ve ever eaten in my two visits to PR! The avocado toast was incredible as were the sweet potato pancakes.
Read morePress the buzzer to enter, pick your seat, scan QR code on the table and order on your phone! The food was served hot and fresh and quickly. Absolutely no complaints!
Edited: had to go back the next day!
Updated from previous review on 2024-07-07
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EvaliseDexter
Points +394
Incredible Brunch!!! - Edit
Highly recommend!!! Amazing brunch 10/10
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matchaoatmeal
Points +88
A must-visit! Amazing chickpea scramble and smoothies in a relaxing space. - Edit
I wish I took more photos to capture how awesome this place was. One of my top vegan experiences in San Juan, if not my #1 favorite spot. It’s technically a vegetarian restaurant, but the great majority of items are vegan. We ate at La Isla twice in one week, it was so good. My favorite item was the chickpea scramble. I was expecting some kind of “just egg” type situation made with chickpea flour. But it’s even better: a scramble made with whole chickpeas with the most flavorful seasoning. Basically a chickpea curry shaped into a little brick and covered with incredible green cilantro sauce and pumpkin cream sauce. So innovative, healthy, and delicious. On our first visit, we got the chickpea scramble as part of the vegan Isla brunch sampler, which comes with avocado, toast, and a choice of French toast or pancakes. All delicious. When we returned, I asked the waiter if it was possible to get just a plate of the chickpea scramble, because I liked it so much. You basically have to get it as part of either the brunch sampler or on top of avocado toast, which is what we got on our second visit. Delicious. Their soup of the day (made with white beans and malanga) was also excellent. The lunch special, a beet burger, was incredible.
Read moreTheir drinks also deserve special mention. They have an incredible lineup of smoothies. The best one is a bright pink one made with beets (not always available). The chupacabra (made with espresso) and the papaya cinnamon one are also great. The “cold chocolate” (exactly what it sounds like) was also excellent. The ginger shots were great too.
The ambience is great too - a huge sun-filled space with an open kitchen and an adjoining eco-friendly shop. They hold yoga classes in the restaurant a few evenings a week, to give you an idea of how relaxing and pleasant the space is.
Updated from previous review on 2024-05-15
Pros: Incredible chickpea scramble, Great smoothies, Cool eco-friendly store attached to the restaurant
Cons: Need to order online even for dine-in
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DonaldMcAninch
Points +771
Awesome place and amazing food! - Edit
The smoothies, pancakes, and French toast we got were all delicious. It’s super exciting to find a restaurant that allows customers to bring their own carryout containers and charges extra for disposable containers! They also have a packaging-free shop with lots of bulk goods. Don’t miss a chance to visit La Isla!
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aitanamunoz_
Points +50
Vegan breakfast and pastries - Edit
We got the chickpea quesadilla and french toast to share! Also a cinnamon roll and guava baklava! Everything was yummy and a good practical option in the Miramar neighborhood
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merrynsmom
Points +72
Lovely Space - Edit
La Isla has delicious vegetarian food with many vegan options in a beautiful setting. I had the stuffed avocado salad and it was delicious. The iced latte with cashew milk and maple syrup was also great. It’s been hard to find vegan food in Puerto Rico so it was nice to have some choices here. I definitely recommend.
Read morePros: Coffee, Salads, Ambiance
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Tkyla83
Points +140
Truly Amazing! Must go! - Edit
We went here after visiting El Moro in Old San Juan. This was our last day in PR and we wish we found this place when we arrived. This food was out of this world phenomenal. Cafe with workstations, dog friendly, has a refillery- all ghetto things we love. Awesome atmosphere and helpful staff. We got a fresh juice, sweet potato pancakes and a chickpea quesadillas. The pancakes are like a heavenly dessert so fresh with pecans, fruit and piping hot. The quesadillas are creamy, flavorful and so satisfying. They have a cilantro flavor so if you don't like cilantro chose something else. This food was so good it's definitely a reason to visit the island again!
Read morePros: Fresh Delicious Food!, Refillery , Atmosphere and staff
Cons: Parking is difficult
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JessiGillespie
Points +133
Holy [censored], SO good! - Edit
Seriously, the vegan sweet potato pancakes might be the best thing I've ever eaten. This place is a little oasis in the city. I wish everything were vegan, but other than that, *mwah!* chef's kiss! If I'd known how good it was, I would have come here every day of my trip to try more of the menu! And the zero waste store that shares the space is great as well.
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adaysc
Points +272
Espacio perfecto si buscas tranquilidad - Edit
El local es una especie de iglesia o capilla restaurada con mucho espacio y mucha paz para tomar algo o incluso trabajar. El personal atento y muy rico lo que pedimos, recomendable!
Read morePros: Ambiente
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catnhat44
Points +48
Interesting work/dine space - Edit
Lots of local artists’ work on the walls (and for sale). The food is delicious and the people are friendly.
Read morePros: Quality of food, Ambiance, Friendly people
Cons: Location
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serena98
Points +1414
Tasty - Edit
I loved the atmosphere and that it seemed to be at least mostly run by women. The food was delicious but a bit pricey. Super healthy though, just kinda small portions for what you’re paying for…
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krithi
Points +40
Best place I’ve been to this whole trip - Edit
I’m so happy I found this place. There are lots of vegan options. Most of the desserts are vegan. The smoothies are delicious and I took one to go. I had the chickpea quesadillas and Pa’Pa Passion smoothie. The freshness and flavours really made my day! The smoothie had the perfect amount of sweetness.
Read moreThey are a zero waste store so I got my own water bottle to fill the second smoothie. This time I got the butterlicious smoothie. They have a store attached to the restaurant to refill pantry items. The ambience is beautiful and I’m definitely coming back here again!
They also have Wi-Fi and cute spots to sit and work.
Pros: Ambience , Wide range of vegan desserts , Healthy and gluten free options
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bab0918
Points +26
Delicious! - Edit
La Isla is a beautiful space. The staff was kind and accommodating. Most things have a vegan version and the food is delicious. I got a smoothie with soursop and loved it. The “cold chocolate” will amaze you. The espresso was delicious. I was able to pick up some prints by local artists for souvenirs. Support this place! You won’t regret it.
Read morePros: The food, The kind staff, The space
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lilianalopezss
Points +396
Delicious Brunch - Edit
This is a great location. The plant-based milks are made in-house. We had the sweet potato pancakes and they were fluffy and spongy. Also had the chickpea scramble and was tasty and moist.
Read morePros: Homemade milks, Many vegan options , Parking on the back
Cons: Cream cheese sauce was too sweet , Would prefer additional lunch items
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Kvreelyn
Points +36
Vegan brunch sampler *BEST VEGAN FRENCH TOAST* - Edit
The vegan chickpea scramble with the cashew cheese was really yummy, but the highlight for me was definitely the vegan french toast! It was so flavorful and with the crunch of the nuts was perfect! Best french toast I’ve had 😋 The iced cappuccino was delicious and foamy! (I picked the homemade cashew milk), it goes well with the vegan pastries that they offer. Would definitely visit again! 🌱
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-06-28
Pros: Free wi-fi, Eco-friendly market, Many vegan options
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freedomoksha
Points +36
Delicious vegan food & low-waste concept - Edit
Try the vegan breakfast platter, has so much flavor & sun out the vegan French toast if you like churros!
Read moreThe place is open and has a great vibe, loved shopping around in the zero waste shop
Pros: Lots of vegan options , Housemade milks!, Zero-waste
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PBPT
Points +201
Amazing food and fantastic coffee - Edit
Great unique menu items, nice QE code or counter ordering and helpful friendly bilingual staff. Easy to find a table and a beautiful dining room with high ceilings This was our perfect brunch!
Read morePros: Food + Coffee, Ambience (music, seating, plants), Home goods store in the restaurant
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redlentil
Points +17
Vegetarian/vegan cafe in an exquisitely restored small old church - Edit
The ambiance is excellent. The staff is friendly and attentive. There’s even a little store that sells raw beans, nuts and bags. The food was excellent. I had the vegan sampler and my husband ordered the pumpkin pancakes. Both were so tasty and yummy. Brunch all day!
Read morePros: Cozy place, Great food , Friendly staff
Cons: Not a great neighborhood
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