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    Islands Restaurant

    3.2 (432 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Volcano Burger
    Dan L.

    Good food. One of my favorite burgers. This is one of our regular stops. Great service. Easy and quick seating in the bar. The Mai Tai is really good.

    Lorna K.

    This place is great for large families and group events. It has great burgers and other dishes. Service is great, parking is convenient. My only complaint is that my bun top was burnt, but I didn't say anything since we were part of a family birthday party. The business had very little customers this time around. I hope it's not because of the food.

    Happy hour nachos
    Don G.

    I decided to try something new and instead of ordering a burger I ordered the fish tacos. The fish tacos tasted really good and I also enjoyed a discounted price for their happy hour nachos. If I had one critique, they're a little heavy on the slaw that they put on the tacos. By the time I got to my second and third taco, the corn tortillas were already disintegrating from the wet cabbage slaw. However, other than that, I enjoyed watching football on the flatscreen and the bartender provided outstanding service.

    Amy E.

    This restaurant is clean and well organized with friendly and helpful staff. My family and I walked in for lunch and were seated immediately. The food was great and options were plentiful with something for everyone. Definitely recommend- great food and drinks and very family friendly!

    Atrocious service with empty plates, baskets, and cups, constantly being left on the table
    Alireza N.

    I mean this with the last ounce of kindness I have left in my soul after the insufferable meal we just had for Father's Day, but honestly today, the lucky ones today were the fatherless ones that don't have to live with the embarrassment of bringing their family here because what in the lord's hell even was this? Service: complete trash. Our server who we all agreed was either hung over or on drugs kept forgetting my dad's flight. And we had to ask like nine times for my mom's hot water. When we finally escaped the empty bar and were sat, they crammed us into a four top with five people. Zero elbow room. After we got our food. Our server disappeared and we had to ask several other servers for basics like napkins and for our check. I mean look at our table? She didn't even clear anything. We started stacking on our own. Food: my fish tacos were stale, the tortillas were hard, cold and breaking. Mom said her toucan sandwich basically tasted like what a toucan would probably taste like. Slimy and gross. My dad said his Chinese Chicken salad tasted unwashed. Energy and ambience: none of the employees wanted to be there and guess what sister? Neither did we. They just kept standing around and did nothing. I hated it here and am happy to be out of there. Management owes me an apology. Wish I took my family somewhere else. A 7/11 even would have been better.

    Malibu burger
    Cor V.

    When there is a choice.... Islands Restaurant wins. So it was for dinner with the grandkids. No problem parking up close and we were seated in the far right corner. Elena took our orders and brought us water and lemonade. French Fries comes with all sandwiches and burgers and do say yes when asked if you want fries. The fries come in separate baskets and they are still one of my favorites. They are well seasoned, firm and crispy and crunchy and not limp like what I've had at other places. The China Coast Salad tasted different so I'm told by one that orders this everytime we are here. We do not know the reason for it. Otherwise all other orders came and had the expected positive commentary. Malibu burgers were a great hit and so was my Moa Crisp Sandwich. Only my fingers know how messy the soggy buns get, but my tastebuds say..hey this chicken is good with bacon and tomato and onion and greens. We ate our baskets clean and did not go for any dessert. Islands Restaurant remains in que for choosing a comfortable place for family dining.

    Tropical Flight
    Jae C.

    Service was great, fun inviting atmosphere. Food was good, nothing to complain about. The drink flights were good, but the mai tai was not very good. I've had a lot of Mai tais but this one was not it. Couldn't finish drinking it but the other 3 were great.

    Tortilla Soup - great

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    Everyone is friendly. Food is always good. Ambiance is very nice. Nice place to have dinner or watch a game!

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    This restaurant cancels delivery orders every single time. I've tried ordering on 4 different occasions.

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    7 months ago

    I love Islands Cobb Salad! So yummy! I went there today for lunch and my server Eric was so kind and attentive. Thanks Eric!

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    Riip Beer & Pizza

    Riip Beer & Pizza

    4.4(857 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    Absolutely fire pizza. I know it gets super busy around dinner time so my friend and I came around…read more11:20 AM on a Monday and it was pretty empty but around 12 PM more people started filling up the restaurant. We got three of the slices our waiter recommended: Stay loose, Haole, sauce addiction, and mo honey mo problems. We loved that they had Detroit slices as well as the normal thin crust. The crust on the Detroit slice is light and airy even though it looks super thick like a focaccia slice. Although we liked the Detroit slice the thin pies were definitely our favorites. The crust isn't tough and was a good balance of crispy and fluffy. I thought the Stay Loose, Haole was a bit too salty and could have used more pineapple but the Sauce Addiction was amazing. Overall, I will 100% be back to try more slices and their appetizers! Ratings Stay Loose, Haole: 4/5 Sauce Addiction: 5/5 Mo Honey Mo Problems: 4.5/5

    I've been coming to RIIP Pizza, Beer & Co. since 2020, and there is a reason this place is always…read morepacked. It is easily some of the best food in Huntington Beach. The Highlights: * The Food: They have some of the best pizza, mozzarella sticks, and even the Coke tastes better here. Even the chicken wings are solid. The taste and quality of the food are consistently high. * The Vibe: The environment is really unique and the service is always cool. It's a great local spot. * Logistics: Parking can be a bit of a struggle, but I've never had a major issue other than the line being long--which just goes to show how popular it is. The Only Critique: My only issue is that something in their ingredients routinely makes me feel unwell. I'm not sure exactly what it is--it's not just standard grease--but every time I eat it after taking a week off, I feel pretty bad for about 3 hours afterward. I suspect it might be a specific chemical or something like monosodium glutamate (MSG), but the food is so good that I honestly end up eating it anyway. Final Thoughts: If you can handle whatever "mystery ingredient" is in there, it's a 5-star experience. I'll keep coming back for the flavor alone!

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    Riip Beer & Pizza - Close up of the pizza. The crust, incredible. The bowl pepperoni? Yassssssss please

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    Close up of the pizza. The crust, incredible. The bowl pepperoni? Yassssssss please

    Bruno's Sports Bar & Grille - The Bruno Burger with fries

    Bruno's Sports Bar & Grille

    4.4(105 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    This place is so nice! I wasn't even sure I was in a sports bar. Even with the rain pouring down,…read morethe food was fantastic, I had breakfast. They were very friendly and accommodating to my dietary needs and modifications. With an extensive collection of alcohols & Liquor paired with an espresso machine at the massive bar, they are willing to make up any drink that you request right in front of you. There was a large dining area with booth and tables, and plenty of room to feast at the bar itself. The owner was present and friendly as well as approachable. He was open to all kinds of suggestions to add to the bars, ambience and entertainment. He let us know that they have karaoke many nights of the week as well as dancing, live music and other events/ parties. We also thought it was cool that the bar is named after the owner's dog. The staff was very friendly and were right there when you needed something. I can't wait to go back and try the tri-tip as I've heard it's legendary. This place is a win in our book. My girlfriend's and I felt very safe and comfortable at this bar and we all feel that this would be a great business to continue and flourish within Huntington Beach. The owner continues to try to accommodate locals and participate in community activities.

    Just a chill place. We came for UFC & loved it. Had nachos, wings & a bucket of beers or 2…read more Definitely recommend. Got to meet Bruno himself! Staff was amazing & nice.

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    Bruno's Sports Bar & Grille - Mango Habanero Wings - good. Homemade ranch!

    Mango Habanero Wings - good. Homemade ranch!

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    Kenwood's Kitchen & Tap - Taps

    Kenwood's Kitchen & Tap

    4.4(643 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    We were looking for a light, quick meal before a local concert, and our friend suggested this…read moreplace. It fit perfectly for us! It was a beautiful day, and we were given our choice of patio dining. Our server, Grace, friendly and efficient, was exceptional at checking on us which doesn't always happen when outdoors. She brought our drinks and meals quickly. One friend ordered sliders which she really enjoyed. She commented that it was the perfect size and tastes that she was looking for. Another friend and I split a steak salad. Sharing a salad off a plate can be an awkward feat, but they offer a split-plate up-charge for avoiding that! The salad was simple: steak, cherry tomatoes, and lettuce, but chopped fries were an unexpected addition. Overall, a great fit to get our night started off right!

    I had seen this place multiple times on my way and around Southern California. Specifically the…read moreCosta Mesa Newport Beach area but never stopped by. Today. My friend had to go shopping and so we decided to grab a bite to eat at kenwoods. From the outside, the windows are so darkly tinted. I couldn't tell if they were open or not. But upon opening the door there were people scattered throughout the place. So we just walked into the bar area and got a high top table. Server came up to us, asked us for drinks and handed us menus. He came back shortly after we gave him the order. I had a chicken Caesar salad and a space dust double IPA, my friend just had a cup of coffee. The chicken Caesar was really good, and the beer was as expected. The first cup of coffee that he brought to the table was cold so we had to send that back to get a fresh cup. Now it wasn't that busy so I would think that the server would take a moment to check to see that the coffee was warm, but apparently that didn't happen. I got my food and started digging in and the coffee came out a few minutes later. The salad was good, had a nice size chicken breast on top and the dressing was really tasty, not overpowering. I was a little bit stunned at the bill when it came to the table and it was $35 plus dollars, I guess the food and grocery hikes still surprise me, although they shouldn't. The dining experience was okay, it wasn't stellar by any means, but it was adequate, I didn't felt neglected or rushed in any way. The only reason I didn't give it five stars was because of the coffee incident. Having been a server in the food industry. That's definitely one of the things you look for. Bottom line, I would probably come back again. But there are many other places in Costa Mesa to try.

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    The Golf Bar

    The Golf Bar

    4.6(46 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    What a great place for a date night! My husband and I made reservations to come here on a Saturday…read morenight and had a wonderful evening. Everyone is welcoming, friendly, and helpful. The food is delicious! Especially the chicken bacon ranch sliders! The games are so fun. I especially liked the zombie dodgeball and soccer. Great time!

    Poor first impression given they didn't answer their phone twice in the middle of the day on a…read moreSaturday. I had called because their online reservation system was messed up and kept failing when trying through my phone. Luckily I was at home and could complete it on my computer, but it was an annoying process and I would've been screwed if I wasn't home at the time. Toward the back of Bella Terra close to the movie theater and Cheesecake Factory. Loud and lively atmosphere. Friendly service! You can walk-in, but reservations recommended. There's bar seating and high top tables if you're not in a rented stall. You can rent stalls for varying times. Each rental comes with a bag that includes a baseball, dodgeball (soft foam), football, and soccer ball. I believe you also get one golf club and a golf ball if you want, but if you're there to play golf, bring your own clubs or rent a full set. There are tons of other games to play such as baseball pitching, football precision passing and field goals, soccer penalty kicks, carnival games, darts, and even bocce ball. I'll give them the benefit of the doubt that our kids may have tripped the sensors, but I felt everything was wildly inaccurate. I'd physically hit the targets (ball straight to marker on the screen) and then the game would say I missed by a mile! Frustrating for me, but since my kids are too young to care, they had a blast! Food-wise, we were influenced to go because we got a coupon in the mail for a free cheese pizza with an hour or more rental. We also got ranch chicken bacon sliders (comes with 3), some tots, and 2 beers. All tasted great, but not the biggest servings. The 1-hr rental, food, and drink ran us right around $110 including tax and tip as of Apr 2026, but would've been closer to $125 without the coupon.

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    The Golf Bar
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