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La Isla

East Harlem, Manhattan, New York County · New York

1883 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10029

A longtime Spanish Harlem spot serving authentic Puerto Rican and Dominican home cooking, with signature rice and beans, fried chicken, and mofongo.

Haven't been here myself — came recommended from someone I trust.

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