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    Islands Restaurant

    4.2 (505 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Gladys N.

    Happy hour is the reason for my visit. Awesome prices to be able to go out and enjoy some lunch! Coby was our server and he was perfect. Service was awesome; beer was ice cold and the appetizers were delicious. Had the sliders and tenders. Definitely a place I'll be back soon.

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    Timothy C.

    Always been a burger staple of mine when I was younger and a solid go to for family dinners. Came in for a birthday celebration and everyone enjoyed the spinach and artichoke dip. What I really enjoyed is the Kilauea burger with the jalapeño black pepper crust, it's a chefs kiss. That has been my go! The service is always on point taking any special requests, they have on hand to accommodate you and your party. This location was nice sized and could host a decent size party. Always fun music playing and clean restrooms huge plus. Can't wait to explore the menu! One more plus it's affordable around $15 for entrees.

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    Donisha B.

    First time at islands and won't be the last. My burger was so juicy and good. I got the Malibu burger which is a bacon cheeseburger . My server was a very nice lady. Can't wait to comeback and try a different burger . The inside is really nice feels like a little getaway. Also the margarita flight is really good worth $15

    Rodney S.

    I Lava you! BIRTHDAY MONTH=BIRTHDAY COUPONS=HAPPY RODNEY Free Chocolate Lava or Fudge Brownie for Rewards members I chose the Chocolate Lava a la mode, mainly for the a la mode, not so much for the chocolate lava. On a hot August day, the vanilla ice cream, doused in chocolate syrup, topped with roasted almonds & a maraschino cherry, provided cold comfort. The lava cake, itself, was very rich & sweet, which it's supposed to be. Myself, I could only manage about a handful or less of spoonfuls before my body declared "no mas"! Demolished the ice cream, though ;p Service was good. I asked for to-go, and was brought out the dessert on a plate. Nicely plated, by the way. I clarified that my order was to-go, and the staff quickly packaged everything up. Not as pretty as dining indoors, but places to go & people to see. If you're a sweet tooth, Island's free Birthday Month Chocolate Lava will curb that desire.

    Christopher C.

    We ordered two Big Wave promos for $10 each (see pic), island nachos with house-made chili ($15 + $3.55), and a couple of entrées from the kids' menu (see pic). It wasn't as busy as I expected for a Sunday night, but still had a good crowd. The wait was less than 10 minutes. Our waitress was friendly, accommodating with the kiddos, and spot-on with our order. Great spot for families, friends, or a casual date. There's also a wide selection of drinks for adults. Didn't care much for the chili, but everything else was decent. Overall, great hangout vibe -- very casual and welcoming. Wish I caught our waitress's name; she was accommodating and friendly. (Bathroom maintenance is big when it comes to how I rate. It was poorly maintained in the men's bathroom.)

    Julie N.

    Yummy burgers - meat was cooked perfectly Ranch was amazing Very good service - checked and refilled our drinks often Super clean restaurant Lots of parking Portions were huge Loved the tempura fries appetizer

    KG G.

    My Cerritos Island's is amazing. Gabriel gave me my To-Go order and not only remembered my ranch dressing- but put TWO in the bag. Service with a smile. While I waited for my order- Joao and Patrick at the bar were amazing and friendly. #cerritos

    Mary-Rose L.

    Dined in on a Wednesday. I wasn't too hungry, so I just got an espresso martini and mud pie while my friend had a burger. The martini was okay--tasted a bit off from the pre-mixed Ketel One espresso. The dessert was overly sweet with subtle mocha flavor and a crust that was just a loose take on Oreo. Prices felt high for the quality. I did try my friend's fries, which were well-fried and seasoned. Service was friendly and attentive. Their decor was a bit cheesy that gives 90s tiki, corporate restaurant vibe. Overall, just okay. I'd maybe return for happy hour.

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    David H.

    Happy new year. This is our Friday night place for many years. We always sit in the bar. Gloria, Tiffany, Alex always give us great service. Ordered drinks and chips & salsa. The server that dropped off or app was very pleasant. Tonight I had the Northshore tacos and they were spot on as usual. Lots of chicken and just spicy enough for me. ( I'm a lite weight) This definitely a place you can come to watch a game and have a conversation without having to yell at each other. Its a great place for a date & family night. All the staff from top to bottom has & is very pleasant & will take a moment to have a conversation with you. Good food, good service!

    STUFFEDDD 2 Cheddar fries  and brew what a great time
    Charles M.

    Just had one of the best experiences I've ever had at Islands. Our server Alex was awesome -- super friendly, on top of everything, and made the whole visit easy and fun. Food came out fast, everything was fresh and exactly how we ordered it. Honestly felt like everything went perfectly from start to finish. If I could rate it higher than 10/10, I would. Huge shoutout to Alex for making it such a great time -- definitely coming back again soon.

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    Tina M.

    Happy 2026 - another amazing night at Islands with Alex and crew! The food was amazing we tried the Kileaua Burger with and extra patty with tasty onion rings. If you want a great night of food and service Islands is your place and Alex is your guy !! Mahalo Islands for another great night

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    Always a great experience! No matter the location, the staff has been friendly, food has been great and tasty

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    Priscilla was amazing! Best service I've had in a long time. Very fun and bright! The food was good too :)

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    Great service given by Priscilla and great value with happy hour menu. We had a fun experience!

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    Thank you bartender Alex for another great experience! Your friendly attitude keeps us coming back.

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