Isola is an 'open concept' Italian restaurant located in Central's IFC Mall. This fine dining restaurant, complete with a spacious terrace overlooking the ferry piers, attracts a hip and stylish crowd. Michael Kors was even spotted here during a trip to Hong Kong. In the daytime Isola, with its bright and open interior design, is perfect for lunches with family and friends, whilst in the evening it is transformed into an intimate restaurant suitable for drinks after work or a romantic date.
However, although Isola checks all the boxes for location, design, and service, what it truly lacks is the impressive food to match. I have been there a couple of different times and sampled their various choices, always expecting something to finally convince me of what I've been missing as this place is a favourite for Hong Kong'ers. Sadly, after going there for a belated Christmas meal and finding not only my choice particularly bland and uninspiring, but also hearing the same critique from everyone else about their dishes, I can safely say that Isola has run out of chances to prove their food merit and that I will no longer be recommending the restaurant or returning there.
There are just so many amazing places to eat in Hong Kong that I'd give this place, and the hefty price tag that comes along with it, a miss.
Nicely presented but under-seasoned, pork and mash.
Food: C
Ambience/Deco: A
Service: A
Price: $$$$
