The La Isla Fresca booth is all about the Caribbean.
In addition to both sweet and savory dishes, you can find some refreshing beverages here. This year, there is a tropical breeze with and without alcohol.
Once again, the booth features the plant-based Coconut Tres Leches dessert and a Key Lime Ale. Just like last year, we really loved these two items.
But, really, La Isla Fresca is a top-notch booth and one you shouldn’t sleep on. It is that good.
Typically, this booth sees long lines, so be prepared to wait.
You will also find a special breakfast menu served here daily starting at 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Unfortunately, we weren’t able to test the Breakfast Empanada or the Dulce de Leche Cocoa Coffee.
Be sure to check our 2023 La Isla Fresca must-trys, photos, full reviews, and ratings for all of the other menu offerings below.
Overview
Location: Between France and Morocco
Nearby booths: Tangerine Café: Flavors of the Medina, Fleur de Lys
Nearby seating areas: There are outdoor tables by the booth, standing tables nearby, and many outdoor tables in Morocco
Not to miss: A solid booth overall, but all of the food and the Islamorada Beer Company Coconut Key Lime Ale are the true standouts.
La Isla Fresca Menu
Food
GF = gluten friendly, PB = plant-based, KF = kid friendly
Beverages
2023 La Isla Fresca Menu
2023 La Isla Fresca Breakfast Menu
Important: The breakfast menu is only served from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. daily during the festival.
Review Disclaimer
When it comes to our reviews and ratings, we thought it would be helpful if you had a better understanding of our personal preferences (what we like and don’t like), along with if there are any dietary restrictions.
Here’s a breakdown of not only who is doing the reviews, but a little more information about what each of us likes and doesn’t like food and drink-wise.
Shannon (Founder)
- Likes: Almost everything
- Dislikes: Beers that taste “stinky,” anything too salty
- Dietary Restrictions: None
Heather (Editor)
- Likes: Strong flavors, anything made out of potatoes, white wines, all beers (especially stouts and wheat beers), doesn’t mind sweet (plain fruit is NOT a dessert. Ever.)
- Dislikes: Things that are too spicy, anything with a bone still in it, cocktails with too much whiskey or tequila (thanks to having too much fun in college), some red wines, most IPAs
- Dietary Restrictions: Shellfish allergy
Felicia (Content Manager)
- Likes: Mezcal, savory drinks, stouts/lagers/wheats/sour beers, vinegar, tart/sour items, chocolate, fresh vegetables and fruits, red meat
- Dislikes: Ciders, sweet drinks, anything milky or creamy, chili powder, cumin, weirded out by textures, mayonnaise, saucy/wet food, cream-filled pastries, artificial fruit flavors, cooked fruits, frozen items (drinks or ice cream)
- Dietary Restrictions: None
Allyson (Managing Writer)
- Likes: Cheesecake (the more sweets, the better), anything mint, hazy IPAs and wheat beers (big beer fan), tofu and most Impossible dishes, mushrooms
- Dislikes: Wine (only likes a few dry ones), cream ales and stouts/porters, super sweet cocktails, floral flavors (lavender, rose), anything almond-flavored, things that are too spicy, olives, meat and seafood (see below)
- Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian (personal choice)
Photos & Reviews
Braised Oxtail
A braised oxtail served with pigeon pea rice.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Great portion and flavors. Would make a great light meal by itself.
Heather: So, so, so good. A little salty and spicy, but delicious flavor. The rice was cooked perfectly and is a great balance to the topping.
Felicia: Huge portion and a rich flavor that is tasty. The ox tail is very tender and the rice has a nice spice to it.
Sugar Cane Shrimp Skewer
Sugar Cane Shrimp Skewer with BEN’S ORIGINAL Long Grain White Rice, mango salsa, and coconut-lime sauce.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Nice portion, great presentation, delicious combo of flavors. Has a little kick!
Felicia: This is so good. Perfectly cooked rice with a nice flavor. The mango salsa is refreshing and the coconut lime sauce on the shrimp is super good. Big fan.
Coconut Tres Leches
Coconut Tres Leches is a vanilla cake soaked in oat milk, almond milk, and coconut milk with toasted coconut. This dish is also part of the Garden Graze, the food crawl where you can earn a prize.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Love the light coconut flavor. Manages to be soft without being soggy.
Heather: One of my favorite sweets from this festival! Loved it. Coconut without being fake and not too sweet.
Felicia: This was so good. The coconut is light, the whipped topping is light and perfectly sweet, not too much. The cake is moist and delicious but not soggy. So good and perfect on a hot day if you need (or want) a dessert.
Allyson: Give me all the coconut. Love this so much. So so good. And it’s plant-based!
Tropical Breeze
The Tropical Breeze is non-alcoholic and made with lemonade, grapefruit and simple syrup.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Refreshing but syrupy sweet.
Heather: I love grapefruit so this tastes delicious! So tart, though.
Felicia: Loved this. The grapefruit is a bit strong and bitter but I like the flavor. It’s not super sweet and it’s cold and refreshing.
Allyson: Super refreshing and great flavor. Couldn’t really tell the difference between this and the one with alcohol.
Islamorada Beer Company Coconut Key Lime Ale
This Coconut Key Lime Ale is brewed by the Islamorada Beer Company in Islamorada, Florida.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Love love love the coconut lime combo. Refreshing. Delicious.
Heather: I absolutely love this beer. So refreshing without being too sweet.
Felicia: So good and refreshing. The coconut flavor is definitely there but not super sweet or over powering. Nice light lime taste. Easy to drink, not too heavy. Would love a full size of it.
Allyson: Really enjoyed this. The key lime really came through.
Tropical Perception White Sangria
This Tropical Perception White Sangria is made by Florida Orange Groves Winery in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Sweet and small. Didn’t love.
Heather: Delicious white sangria. A bit heavy on the “sweet” to be too refreshing, but very good flavors.
Felicia: This is very sweet, but if you like tropical flavors and white wine this could be a good option for you.
Allyson: Good flavor, but also on the sweeter side. Not outstanding.
Tropical Breeze with Don Q Límon Rum
This Tropical Breeze is made with Don Q Límon Rum, lemonade, grapefruit and simple syrup.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Tastes same as non-alcoholic version.
Heather: Love the freshness of the flavor here. Very tart, so it’s not great with the chorizo-but solo it is a win.
Felicia: Good with and without alcohol. Rum works well with this and it’s still refreshing. Loved it.
Allyson: Super refreshing and great flavor. Couldn’t really tell the difference between this and the one without alcohol.
2023 Flower & Garden Booth map
Check out all of the booths for the 2023 Flower and Garden Festival on the map below, including our favorite individual menu items, favorite overall booths, and locations for indoor and outdoor seating.
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Flower & Garden Festival Booth Menus
Here are links to our 2023 Flower and Garden individual booth pages with menus, photos, reviews, and ratings.
Ready to explore more Flower & Garden Festival booths? Take a look at the links below.
- Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market (Germany pavilion)
- The Citrus Blossom (The Odyssey)
- Epcot Farmers Feast (Near Test Track)
- BRUNCHCOT (Near Test Track)
- Fleur de Lys (France pavilion)
- Florida Fresh (Near Disney Traders)
- Hanami (Japan pavilion)
- The Honey Bee-stro (Near Port of Entry)
- Jardin de Fiestas (Mexico pavilion)
- La Isla Fresca (Between Morocco and France)
- Lotus House (China pavilion)
- Magnolia Terrace (American Adventure)
- Northern Bloom (Canada pavilion)
- Pineapple Promenade (Near Port of Entry)
- Primavera Kitchen (Italy pavilion)
- Tangierine Café (Morocco pavilion)
- Trowel & Trellis (Near Disney Traders)
Additional Flower & Garden Locations
- Connections Café & Connections Eatery (World Celebration)
- Funnel Cakes (American Adventure)
- Refreshment Outpost (Between China and Germany)
- Refreshment Port (Near Canada pavilion)
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Read more about this year’s Flower & Garden Festival
Be sure to check out the following links to our Epcot Flower and Garden Festival posts, where we provide information, tips, and much more.
- 2023 Guide to Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival
- Where to Find Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries
- 2023 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Booths, Menus, and Reviews
- 2023 Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration Scavenger Hunt
- Flower & Garden Festival 2023 WDW Prep to Go Podcast – Listen here!
- Our 10 Favorite Flower & Garden Festival Booths
- Best Food & Drinks at Epcot Flower & Garden 2023
- Best Values at Flower & Garden 2023
- Favorite Vegetarian Options at Flower & Garden 2023
- Best Kid-Friendly Flower & Garden Menu Items