Isla & Co.
Coastal Vibes with Smart Texas-to-France Range
Dallas · Dallas · Coastal-Inspired Contemporary · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed March 6, 2026
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First Impression
Isla & Co. brings a thoughtful, approachable wine program that mirrors their coastal-casual dining concept. The list jumps from Texas producers to classic French regions with enough by-the-glass options to keep things interesting without overwhelming.
Selection Deep Dive
The list balances local pride with Old World credibility — you'll find Duchman representing Texas alongside proper Burgundy from Mat Roty. Their natural and organic wine focus shows intention, even if the execution leans safe. The Gascony white suggests someone on the team knows their way around lesser-known French regions. Glass pours run $12-$13, bottles $45-$80, which tracks fair for Dallas.
By the Glass
Twenty to thirty glass pours is a solid spread for a restaurant of this style. The range hits the expected crowd-pleasers like Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc but also swings for Meursault at $13 a glass. No evidence of active rotation, but the breadth means you won't get bored on repeat visits.
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough — $12 glass / $45 bottle
Standard bearer done right — crisp New Zealand SB at a fair price for both glass and bottle service
Duchman Texas Wine
Texas wine still gets underestimated nationally, and Duchman makes serious bottles worth exploring beyond the coastal fish dishes
Mat Roty Meursault, Burgundy
$80 bottle for Meursault isn't outrageous, but at $13/glass the markup stings when you could get more interesting white Burgundy elsewhere
Gascon White + Fish and Chips
Gascony whites have that bright acidity and mineral edge to cut through fried batter while their body stands up to the richness
✔️ The Bottom Line
Isla & Co. delivers a wine program that won't blow your mind but won't disappoint either. Fair prices, smart regional picks, and enough variety to make coastal dining more interesting than the usual suspects.
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