Sat at the bar on a Saturday night because I thought the service would be fast. The service was the same as getting a table. This location seems a bit understaffed. The food was hot, fresh, and seasoned well. read more

Islands Restaurant - Kilauea Burger - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

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Our server Joanna was awesome, so kind and hooked us up with info that saved us some cash. Thanks Joanna for an amazing time at Islands, we really appreciate you. read more

It's been over two months since we have been to Islands, we use to be here almost every Friday night. It was our go to place but then they stopped serving draft Budlight. We now go to Chilis' across the parking lot for Michelob Ultra on tap for half the price of Islands. We did enjoy our dinner Islands, the service was great, and without 5 or 6 beers it was pretty cheap. We will stop in every couple of months or so to see if we can get ice cold Budlight read more

It's a tropical island vacation every time. Magnum P.I. would really love Islands too. Cheeseburgers are great and the mango beer is cold and frosty and delicately sweet. My favourite bartender in the world is Erin who is bright and cheerful and glowing. She makes everyone feel comfortable and happy even when the restaurant is jam packed in the middle of happy hour which is hard work for sure. Give that girl a raise! Cheers and thank you for making Islands feel like my pineapple and coconut home. Michael read more

Joana, you rock girl. Thanks for the good service & letting us watch the Canelo fight

Send like they haven't changed much in the last 30 years, and I find that to be a good thing! Burgers have been and still are good. They don't serve bottomless fries anymore though; refills are $1.65 each. We had a very friendly server in Michael. He had a large section with a lot of tables, and he did his best to juggle servicing his entire station. Remember to validate your parking with the machine at the host stand. read more

Islands Restaurant - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

Once a great example of the restaurant burger still continues to be exemplary. With a menu that encompasses some old favorites, additional items for health conscious eating makes a welcome update. Your old favorites burgers are still delicious and cooked medium to order unless specified other. These are true restaurant burgers. Sized and constructed with good balance. Orders are accompanied with fries, or you may choose alternatives including a salad for an additional costs. Choice of buns and lettuce wrapped offers another layer of goodness. Most folks do choose the burgers, but there are seafood, salad, chicken, and alternative protein options and entree choices. The drinks, other than adult beverages, are Coca Cola corporate. I do miss the Hawaian Punch that use quench the best of thirst in this tropical burger oasis. Validated parking is in the building. Just look for the entrance on Broadway St. The staff here is also another reason to return to such a humble fixture in Glendale. read more

10/10 love this place. Joanna is the best server ever. Tortilla soup is always on point, love the tiki tenders.

Ella and Coral were great! Been to many islands locations across socal and I'll be sure to come back to Glendale just for their great service! read more

The food was delightful and tasty, however the highlight was our server Ella. She was mindful, delightful, and a joy to be around. Ella was a huge part of the warm inviting ambiance of the restaurant and I would happily come back just to have her as my server. read more

i understand it gets busy but i asked for a table for 10 tonight and the younger host with blonde hair & glasses gave me so much attitude for it that i ended up apologizing bc i felt bad for asking for a table....like she made it known that she was irritated by the fact that i asked for a table....she let out an audible sigh and was physically so irritated that she ended up dropping her markers...it was my boyfriend's first time here so it kind of ruined his experience....i understand the frustration with big parties but i feel like as long as we're not rude there was no reason to be rude to us first? the servers were all super sweet though!!! 10/10 service other than the host and the food was delicious, i just wish we didn't start the night with that interaction read more

I have been meeting my sister there over the last 2 years on a monthly basis. When we meet in the late afternoon, it isn't busy. Easy to get a table and service. As a chain, standard menu which is okay with me. I gravitate towards their burger/fries with a vanilla shake. Sometimes I have a dessert; sometimes another shake!! Expect to spend $50-60 with tip for two. Parking at the Glendale site on Broadway is in the large parking structure (free) across the street. read more

Islands was a good visit for me and my friends. They seated us within 15 minutes on a decent day. The servers are nice and give lots of tissues so that was nice haha. The burgers are honestly one of my favorites (bleunami being my favorite). Fries are always good and delicious! You can park in the lot next to the building or even next door at the galleria! read more

Island's is a small chain and each one is pretty much the same. The service might be better at some, but the food is pretty much the same. We really liked this one. The staff all had their masks on as required by law and I felt safe there. The place was pretty clean. It was not crowded, we were there a tad late, which was great. We love their new menu. They are using better beef and their truffle fries are great. The pricing is a tad higher, but I find it worth it. If you are on vacation this is a great place to stop and then wonder around the nearby mall. If local, well, you know it is good. We love their burgers. They are cooked to order and you don't have to have it well done, like some other places insist. I like mine rare, which they won't do, but medium rare is also great. They have a good selection of burgers. We also love their nachos. They are loaded with cheese, real cheese, not some gross sauce, and have beans on the bottom. The only issue I have is that if you order it without the peppers, make sure it comes that way and do not even try just to remove them. They leave a lingering taste and they burn my grandson's mouth. But when made the way asked, they are wonderful and you will love them. They have excellent guacamole and chips. You can have a side order of that or the wonderful guacamole is placed right on top of your nachos. Their deserts are yummy as well. We love their brownies, heated, and have them put ice cream on top. The service was super friendly and fast, but we never felt rushed. Have the best time. read more

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Came in last week for an outing before the blur of the holidays. Erin was amazing! Attentive, friendly, and kept the drinks coming!

Brian is an all star! He is attentive and personable. He makes glendale islands a special place for me and my family.

We saw Carrot Top having lunch at Islands!! How cool is that He knows exactly where to go to get good food!!!

Our waiter was the best. Brian was a great relief for a hard day Saturday. Good food, good service, great times. 10/10

Not sure why this restaurant only has a 3.6 rating. We came in after leaving the dump restaurant BJ's around the corner, and were promptly seated. Waiter took our order, got everything correct, kept our drinks filled, food came out timely (food was hot and cooked to order), and we have no complaints. Thanks for a great expericence. Because looking at BJ's next door their low rating it looks like we dodged a bullet on that place. read more

Always a great time at Islands. Sat at the bar, Erin the bartender was the best! The burgers and fries are always on point!

This islands has some of the best customer service ! Joana was our server. She was great and attentive. I'm pretty sure we talked her ear off. The passion ice tea and fries are alway a must here! read more

We haven't been to islands in a while but decided to stop in. Erin was our bartender, she was very attentive and made sure we were taken care of. We will definitely be back for her awesome service! read more

I had an awesome time here!! Our server Ella was EXCELLENT and made us feel right at home. The food was great and the vibes were perfect. Highly recommend! read more

Great service from our waitress Johanna. She checked in on us often and had our drinks refilled.

Went tonight with some family and had a great time. We were sat quickly and Sara was very kind and attentive! She was very kind and thorough with answering questions and requests. All of our food came promptly and hot with no mistakes. She even got my request for a "Very Well-Done" burger communicated perfectly, and the kitchen did an amazing job (surprisingly rare for people to nail - the effort was very much appreciated). I got the Big Wave and fries - super delicious. Not a local or regular, but I can't wait for my next trip so I can stop by (: read more

They get 3 stars because of the waitress I had, if it wasn't for her they would get 1.5 stars. When I walk in, the hostess was rude and when I said "party of 1" she told me it was a 15-20mins wait. I was surprised because it was pretty empty and it was only ME! I asked if I can sit by the bar because that area was empty and she said "no" but yet there was a couple sitting at a countertop table, then I said "oh there's a small booth for 2, can I sit there," she says "no" I didn't want to argue nor I wanted to leave and walk to BJs, my feet were killing me from walking Americana, so I just waited...not even 5 mins passes and I get seated at the damn booth that I had asked her for me to sit, smh ‍ Waitress came, she was sweet, I ordered my drink and food and she was pleasant, gave me the suggestion to order the fries with my wrap. read more

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Brian was a great server! He refilled out waters quickly and was very attentive. Great service! read more

Islands Restaurant - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

Love this place. It's my go to lunch spot. Great service as always. Joana was lovely!! read more

This was my first time at Islands and it didn't disappoint! I got a teriyaki burger and onion rings and also tried the garlic fries. Everything was fresh and really good! I like the casual vibe - it's similar to Red Robin but a lot better imo. read more

Islands Restaurant - Hawaiian Burger and Onion Rings - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

It's laid-back burger spot, perfect for a casual lunch or dinner. They're known for their burgers, so i would stick to that on the menu. They have a variety of toppings and sauces that allow you to customize the burgers. I personally loved their Kilauea burger, which is spicy and crunchy. The truffle fries was bomb too. The prices are reasonable, especially considering the generous portions and quality of food. They also offer a happy hour from 3pm-6:30pm. The only reason I'm not giving it a full five stars is that they seem to be understaffed a bit because we had to wait a while to be seated even though there were some empty tables available and our waiter rarely checked on us for drink refills or anything else we may need. Overall, I would recommend for anyone looking for a casual dining experience. While it may not be the most upscale or fancy spot, it's a great choice for a laid-back meal with friends or family. read more

Islands Restaurant - Truffle fries - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

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The service was great. Our server was Joanna and she brought our food perfectly on time. Definitely will come back. Joanna was the best. The food was great and practically no wait. Overall great service! read more

Went to have lunch with my family. Ordered two burgers and one kids meal Food- burgers were good Service- not great server came around two times, never got one drink and the server dropped a drink on my husband. At the end we got charged for the full Meals and the drink that never came out I did request a discount at the end and was honored for some I don't think we will stop at this location any more read more

Islands is one of our favorite places for casual dinner or lunch. The menu has enough variety that there would be something for everyone. The service is friendly and very good. It always takes me a few minutes to look at the menu and decide what I want. My husband and I have never been disappointed with our orders. If you're thirsty, try a mango margarita blended. Always refreshing and never watered down. read more

I hadn't been to an Islands Restaurant in years and was excited to go there today... The food was absolutely terrible. If I'm gonna pay $19 for a burger it better be good. It all tasted like it was cooked in the microwave. Back in the day the food was well seasoned, seemed fresh, and was worth the price. I'll never ever eat there again. read more

I love their unlimited tortilla soup SO much. That with the tempura green beans. Also Joanna serviced us this last time and she was so super nice and attentive. It's also a fun place to casually watch the game without it being so incredibly loud. read more

The staff and Glendale islands are amazing first and foremost before anything. That's why I go here multiple times a week. It's my go to watch a game drink a beer spot. Sadies smile sets the tone the moment you walk in. Robert or Brian or Michelle gosh I know everyone and are all top servers. It's seriously like family, I feel like a vip. You can't beat the burgers, but my new fave is the Huli crisp chicken. Best chicken sandwich I've had. The WINGS yes! Nachos all good but it all goes back to the staff there. I like the feeling of community and good vibes. read more

I absolutely love this place. The pin-a colada is 10/10. The burgers are great. Since I am a vegetarian, I always get the big wave with a veggie patty. Delicious ! Always my go to for a burger Def a must try read more

Islands Restaurant - Pina colada and Cool Breeze - Burgers Near Me - Glendale, California

Shoutout to the bartender Erin for some great Mai tai's the other day. Great personality and makes a killer drink

Service from Ella specifically was phenomenal, incredibly kind and helpful, best server I could ask for

I have been to a few Islands restaurants and this has to be one of my faves! We sat at the bar and were helped promptly. I ordered the Botanical Breeze and it was sooo delicious and honestly pretty low cal for those wanting a better option. I really give my hats off to the bartender. I thought it was great and did the job. As for the salad, we ordered a Chicken Caeser salad and it was really lacking in dressing. We decided that we were too hungry to complain and had it anyways. That would be the only improvement mark I could make. The restaurant otherwise was clean and it was a good experience. read more