Our Space

We have carefully restored every original detail at 16 Hudson St. Interior designer, Anthony D’Argenzio (Owner of  Zio & Sons  and  This Old Hudson)  has included his lighting, tile, and furniture collections, along with hand-selected vintage elements.  Expect an elegant, cozy atmosphere, inspired by trattorias of the Old World.

The Wine Program

Our program focuses on low-intervention wines from islands and coasts of Western Europe. We pay homage to these ethical, small-scale producers with 10 rotating wines by the glass, and another 10 by the bottle.
Owner and Wine Director, Hillary Zio was inspired to open Isola after 15 years of extensive European travel as a wine writer and certified sommelier. She believes there's a message in every bottle, but especially fond of mineral-driven, unique wines that over-deliver. After a decade in the Hudson Valley, Hillary strives to create a meeting point for un-snobbish wine lovers to taste, pair, discover and share.  Read more about  Hillary Zio .

The Cuisine

The gastronomic offering by Chef Fernando Castro includes tempting small plates, inspired by Italian islands. Authentic simplicity and balance are the focus, while incorporating local ingredients whenever possible. Expect artful cicchetti like anchovy toast, tuna crudo, and panisse.

Our Mission

Isola is committed to making the lowest earth imprint possible. We are a plastic-free establishment that recognizes the current impact it has on all living things. Petroleum is present in most plastic products, which is a fossil fuel proven to contribute to global heating. Our pantry items, beverages and to-go containers are made of environmentally sound, even benign, materials. Join us in reducing single-use plastics and supporting sustainable solutions.