"Charming might be the best way to describe Isa, from its classic French bistro interior to the sparkles of Central-and-South American flavor that effervesce across its menu. Don't miss the grilled pork chop, roasted vegetable salad with spicy pepitas and (if you visit on a Monday) the transcendent rabbit burrito. Isa is a gem."
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"The James Beard Foundation's Restaurant and Chef Awards--established in 1990 and first awarded in 1991--are one of five separate recognition programs of the Awards. The 2023 Restaurant and Chef Semifinalists are recognized across 23 categories, including the new Award for Outstanding Bakery."
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“Tucked into Portland’s East Bayside neighborhood, Isa Bistro is an urban oasis of sorts, co-owned by husband-and-wife team Isaul Perez and Suzie St. Pierre. St. Pierre brings with her not only extensive front-of-house experience but also an impressive background in wine, while Perez impeccably combines training in French and Italian cookery with dishes inspired by his Mexican heritage. This means dishes like tagliatelle Bolognese, lobster tostada and their shaved-fennel salad with grapefruit, pecorino and mint.”
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“The focus is on every last detail at Bayside’s newest bistro, featuring an ever-changing, globally influenced menu and some of the city’s best al fresco dining.”
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“Photographer Suzie St. Pierre is converting the first floor and basement of New World Kitchens at 79 Portland Street to ‘a small casual bistro-style restaurant. St Pierre has 15 years of experience working in restaurants outside Maine.’ The new restaurant will have fine-dining institution Back Bay Grill as a neighbor.”
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