Isabella's

Isabella's restaurant near the Museum of Natural History is popular among locals who relish modern Mediterranean cuisine. Inside its well-furnished interiors, you can find diners enjoying themselves to culinary plates and craft cocktails. Their servings of Grilled branzino (fish), Bacon cheeseburger, and Italian dishes like Meatballs are among the many must-haves at this neighborhood-favorite....

"Convenience" to the Museum of Natural History and the New-York Historical Society is a draw at this veteran Steve Hanson "standby", where "reliable" Mediterranean-American meals are ferried by "friendly" folks; during its "mobbed" weekend brunch, regulars request sidewalk seats – the "traffic on Columbus Avenue is quieter than the noise inside."

Set in the shadow of the Museum of Natural History, Isabella's has been a brunch-and-beyond stalwart for decades. Lunch is less crowded, a great time to try neighborhood-institution salads like the seafood-loaded Cobb or grilled artichoke hearts with parmesan and lemon-thyme vinaigrette. Another winner: the crab cake sandwich layered with lush avocado.

Being near Central Park helps this place get a high KidScore. Isabellas is a great place to feed a hungry family, and their friendly...

Bright, airy Isabella’s features a menu of modern Mediterranean cuisine that has established this eatery as a West Side mainstay. With a plethora of French doors that open to Columbus Avenue, and extend the dining area to the greenery-filled sidewalk during warmer days, this space is open and inviting---fine for a weekend brunch or cozy dinner. Dishes like the seared Chilean sea bass with...

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