RAEFORD, NC — La Isla Cafe is scheduled to open February 1, 2026, at 504 East Central Avenue, Raeford, NC 28376, owner Edwin Carrillo told Business Debut. Carrillo is opening the Puerto Rican cafe with his daughter, Amaryllis Carrillo, and his wife, Barbara Gotay.
What to Expect
La Isla Cafe is aiming for a family-friendly setting with a “historic” feel inspired by Puerto Rico from the 1950s through the 1970s, Carrillo said. Service is designed to be quick, with a daily menu prepared each morning for lunch.
Menu and Vision
The lunch menu will rotate daily and is expected to include options such as arroz con gandules and lechon, Carrillo said……