I will die on this hill: smash burger is the only style of burger there should be. All others are inferior. Now that that's out of the way... I was craving a smash burger recently and I saw that Islands has one for a limited time only. It was the closest option, so I decided to give it a try. The big knock is the almost $20 price tag, but at least you get fries with it. I found the quality to be just fine on the burger. The crispy edges were delightful. The 1000 island sauce and caramelized onions upped the flavor big time. Just the right meat to cheese ratio. Buns were soft and fresh. Ingredients were oozing out on each bite. (no pickles for me) Also found their fries to be solid. Well seasoned and crispy without being overcooked. The portion was very filling. Overall, despite the hit to the wallet, the meal hit the spot and I felt like a pig afterwards for taking the whole thing down. read more

Islands Restaurant - Burger SMASH! - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Love Island's, the Westchester location specifically! I do come here quite a bit and I always enjoy the food and atmosphere. Last night was quite different. Service was the best that it could be with our bartender who also doubled as the server (so this is NOT about him at all!) It's about the inconsiderate group of 6-8 ppl who thought that it was fine to stand in the walkway practically at our table for 30-40 mins. It was really whatever until they continued bump it several times. This was reported to the staff a few times and nothing. Bar was not packed. It was 8:30pm, restaurant was not unreasonably busy. Management should've intervened when they saw that the server couldn't get a hold of things. Instead of asking them to politely move over, we were asked to. Not cool. read more

Islands Restaurant - I could literally touch them - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food is pretty bad. I've tried lots things from their burgers, sliders, tenders, nachos to the salads. Zero tasted good. Their drinks are also mid.. Service is also hit and miss.. read more

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Looking for a place to eat after watching Toy Story 5 and picked Islands plus our grand-kid's have never been. It was a great time we had plus the food and service was great. I ordered the BBQ Wings which was really good. There was plenty of food all over the table from wings, burgers and salad. Our server was Alana C. and she was amazing, professional and provided excellent service to all of us. We had a great time with the food, festive crowd in Islands watching the games. Looking forward to returning again. read more

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Islands will always have a special place in my heart -- as a kid, I used to inhale those cheese fries. Mkay mkay! So boom, the homegirl and I were out on a random Saturday, starving like we hadn't eaten in days. We pulled up and -- surprise -- happy hour. Love that for us. We ordered the chili cheese fries and onion rings, plus a drink to set the vibe. Now listen... I don't know what tequila they're using in those cocktails, but it's a hard no from both of us. Immediately no. Respectfully On the bright side, our server was super attentive and really made sure we had a good experience, which definitely helped. P.S. There's a parking lot -- just make sure you get your ticket validated. read more

Islands Restaurant - Chilli cheese fries - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Islands we came here for my wife's birthday. I enjoy coming here with family because there is something for everyone. You can get taco's Burgers and Salads if you want to be healthly. You also see to get a lot of fries. Everything is at a pretty good price as well. Came here for my wife's birthday. It's great for families because you can get tacos, you can get burgers, you can get salads, something for everybody. We always sit in the back where they have large family tables. THE PRICES are about RIGHT again good for families. Elba was our server and she did an absolutely fantastic job patient with everyone orders. I was so good I came back on my birthday and she remembered us. So she gets five stars and so does Islands. An added bonus is the Volleyball pictures love it!!! read more

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Came here with a good friend and was fortunate enough to get CSA, or customer service all star Jordan. Islands menu is fairly simple and clear cut, so customer service here is always been what makes the place stand out to me. My friend and I both ordered the double stack burger, and had some amazing chicken tenders which was served to order in hot to lead things off. As usual, I went with a hot cup of coffee and he ordered a cherry coke. When coming to islands, you can reasonably expect the food to be decent, but ours was outstanding. Will definitely recommend this Islands,, and if you're lucky you'll get Jordan as a server. read more

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Very kid-friendly restaurant with really nice staff. For a burger place, the food felt surprisingly healthier -- we didn't feel super thirsty afterward like you sometimes do. They also give plenty of fresh vegetables, which made everything feel really refreshing. I really loved my chicken bowl, and the burgers were delicious too. read more

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Perfect little late-night happy hour...especially if you're at Dave & Buster's. We popped in here after some arcade time at D&Bs, which is just steps away. Sometimes their restaurant gets packed or you just want a change of pace, and this place is a great alternative. It's still very family-friendly (likely because of the location) so they're used to groups with kids. We ordered a burger, grilled cheese for the kids, and a salad with a burger for my wife. The food isn't gourmet, but it hits the spot when you're looking for a quick, casual sit-down meal after some fun. read more

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While eating our food my husband found a roach in our booth going up on the wall. . The was beyond Disgusting and discomforting. We won't EVER come back read more

New Happy Hour menu In pictures More drinks and more food items .onion rings - Quesadilla read more

Islands Restaurant - New happy hour menu and new Happy hour drink menu - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Unfortunately this was a visit that I regretted that second I took a bite of my meal. I ordered their FISH TACOS and: 1) fish was definitely not fresh. It had a fishy taste that was hard to ignore 2) the corn tortillas tasted like it was a year old 3) the slaw was so bland that it was surprising that a restaurant like ISLANDS can't even make a simple slaw taste edible. I did point it out to our server because I still had hope that maybe with sour cream or guacamole it may save the dish. But it didn't change the fact that it tasted awful nor did the server even care that there was a meal in front of me that was trash. Very very disappointing. Don't count me in to go back and pay for that kind of food. read more

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Edward was amazing! Just a great host! He is new at this but he could have fooled us! Just so sweet and attentive! Look for him and sit in His section! The restaurant is clean and super accessible from the parking structure! Get the margarita flight-it exceeded my expectations! read more

Islands Restaurant - Margarita flight! - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Happy hour all day Sunday! Drinks were about $6-7. I ordered one called Shipwreck- if you like sweet drinks order this one. It was rather weak. Maitai was stronger. Martini is even stronger without the sweetness. Nice atmosphere to hang out. read more

Islands Restaurant - Shipwreck cocktail during HH all day Sunday - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

As my grandchildren and I walked into the establishment, only seconds after opening for the day, other patrons were rude with how they blocked my way and view of my grandchildren as we crossed the street towards the entrance. The hostess noticed my discomfort and offered solace via a good meal! It was very kind of her to notice, every member of the staff who attended to our needs was supremely professional and accommodating. The clearing of the table and delivery of our meals was perfection, our server very attentive. My day became brighter indeed due to the disposition of the staff and a fully enjoyable meal. read more

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This is our go to Islands location for when we are craving some good burgers! My usual is the Islands Burger, and sometimes I get it with bacon added. Nearly every time we go, we have pretty good service. The ambiance is the typical Islands style decor, and the burgers and fries are consistently very good. We like to stop here on our way to the Cinemark theaters in Playa Vista for some food and a beer It makes for a great pit stop! read more

Went here after a debacle at bdubs down the street. Seated fast. Food was large and in mark. Server was great. Had not been to an islands in years but glad we Went. read more

I think from now on, I'll be getting take out from this location. This is the second time visiting that has been such a let down in terms of service. We got seated and it took our server about 5 minutes to greet us. The table that got sat a few minutes after us (with another server) had drinks down before our server even came up to us. We ordered our food and asked if our spinach dip could come out at the same time as our meal. We ended up getting the spinach dip before our meal and that delayed our food coming out. Our server came by our table twice after that. One time to check if we needed anything else and the second time to drop off the check. The place wasn't too crowd for lunch as a few sections were closed but it was a disappointment that service was lacking. Food was good as Islands always is. The manager brought out the food and the runners were on top of it as well. The place was clean and not too loud, great environment for families. read more

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Wife wanted Fries. Let's go to Island. Hubby wants Happy Hour. Let's go to Islands. Memorial Day Monday, Islands here we go. Alex at the bar answered many questions, delivered many drinks and really shined. Our fries, ordered crispy were just what the Dr ordered. Hot crisp fresh. Cold beers, frozen margs and a passion fruit with lite syrup were very enjoyable and well timed. Did I mention super friendly. Tenders and sliders were also hot fresh and worth the wait. Everything was on point tonight. The bar was clean and staff was sweeping. Expectations met and exceeded tonight and the HH prices are appreciated. read more

Islands Restaurant - Fries, Well Done. Yes they are!! - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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If you've never been to Islands, you might be living under a rock. I've been coming too many of their locations for years, and they've never stopped with great food and good times. Normally I go for one of their classic burgers, but today I switched it up and grabbed the Chicken Club Wrap. Grilled chicken, crispy hickory smoked bacon, avocado, jack and cheddar cheese, chopped greens, tomatoes, and ranch, all wrapped in a fresh flour tortilla. You get a side of barbecue sauce for dipping, and it's ridiculously good. The wrap was loaded and everything tasted fresh. The fries were perfectly seasoned too. Not soggy, not overdone, just right. And what made it even better was it's part of a lunch deal for under $12. That's a steal considering how much food you get. Once again, Islands nailed it. Another great visit and I'll definitely be back soon. read more

Islands Restaurant - Chicken club wrap lunch combo with fries - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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As someone who grew up in San Diego, where Islands is based out of, I have had this restaurant countless times growing up. In high school we used to all go here often until Cheesecake Factory replaced it for us, but it also was a frequent stop during college and a lot of my 20s. It's very nostalgic to me and it had been years since I last had Islands but this past weekend we stopped in for lunch and I am happy to report that the flavors taste exactly the same. This location is attached to the Howard Hughes Center and parking is free for the first 90 minutes and then after that it starts to climb. However, you're able to park right next-door in the underground parking so it's not a far walk to the restaurant from your car. Inside of this restaurant is quite large and they have many different seating options and cozy tucked away booths. I love the design on the inside and really feels like a surf and island vibe. Our waitress was very polite and as usual everything that we ordered came out very fast. I will say that one of the downsides is the pricing is quite high for what you get. For a table of two it was about $75 for a cup of soup, two burgers, and two drinks. I think that is what has scared away a lot of people and forced a lot of their locations to close. I was happy to see that the menu had all the classics on it and a few more new ones. As always, I started with the Chicken Tortilla Soup because it's honestly delicious and one version that I really like. It's very hearty and has a lot of chicken in it. For my burger, I chose the Bluenami and added avocado and thought it was great. I usually do the Maui so I wanted to try something different. I'm glad that I ordered it. The fries weren't as good as I remember, but some things are just like that. We also tried their new strawberry cream soda, and I did like it. Wish they would do free refills of it though. Overall, I would recommend if you are looking for a place with great burgers and a lot of drink options in a casual atmosphere. Just know that the price can be a bit more than you're expecting but overall we had a really nice lunch. read more

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The service is always 100/10 . Elba is our girl we love her! The managers always stop to say hi to us and our son. Our son's favorite place to come to and ofcourse the food is always amazing!! The best islands location! read more

Islands Restaurant - The manager stopped by to drop off some islands merchandise for my son! - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Now I don't mind eating here I like there burgers it was my first time at this location and I don't think well I know for sure I won't be back to this location. We were ushered to sit at the bar area which isn't a big deal but it took a while to get service. The food was great but to have a group of people standing in front of your table and hold a loud conversation in front of with eachother while I'm having dinner n trying to hold a convo with my friend n watch the game was hard to do ! The bar was not packed or crowded but if we wanted to get up and move we had to tell them to let us by . We told the waiter our concerns and nothing was done about it he asked us did we want to move tables no why would we have to move . I read more

What an amazing surprise and releaf that Islands is still so good! I've recently tried spots from my childhood, and they were a crazy letdown. After a long plane ride, my mom and I shared a pipeline burger with the chili on the side. For $18.99, we got a burger for the two of us with a side of fries. The pipeline is a mass of yumminess with fresh lettuce, crisp onions, and sauce. My mom did not want the chili, so we got it on the side, so I scooped a heep on my half of the burger, making each bite even better. The fries come with the skins still on them, and they are extra crispy with some softness in every bite. Had to dip them in ketchup because why not? The only thing I would add is that the service is not the best. Our waiter looked and acted like he wanted to be anywhere but there. Otherwise, great. read more

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I have to admit, my first and second experience at this location was horrible but it was a few years ago. Once was at the bar for happy hour and the second was dining in the restaurant, my overall feeling was that they had a horrible manager running the restaurant - I actually requested to speak to a manager and knew right away his incompetence was why they lacked in customer service. I ended up contacting Islands customer support directly, I thought they should be aware of my horrible experience as someone who dines out frequently. The team at islands corporate got back to me right away and since then I have seen drastic improvements on both the service and the food. The last 3 times I've eaten there, the burgers came out better then ever. It could also be that I was there during lunch time vs dinner. The service at the bar during happy hour has also greatly improved. I'm not sure if management has changed, I no longer see the guy I spoke to a few years back. As you can see, I'm a fan of islands and this is the only location close by so I'm very pleased at the improvement I've seen since my initial experiences. I do wish they had validation for parking, I hate having a pay for parking in areas that don't need it - like westchester. Their other location which closed in Marina del Rey had a free private lot so it's a bit annoying. read more

The Best Islands ever! The staff is amazing they all seem happy working together and they're always busy ! We met the Manager Frankie he was amazing ,kind and polite.We told him how we were so pleased with the service from beginning to end! He was happy to hear that. Frankie is very professional makings sure all is good! read more

The best customer service ever! Our server, Danielle, was so amazing as she was so kind and very attentive. My son enjoyed her so much he is actually assisting me with writing this review! I highly recommend this location! read more

Picked up lunch to go. Online ordering thru the app was convenient. Pick up was similar. The greeter was outside cleaning tables in the patio and saw me coming and rushed over to open the door which was a welcoming gesture that is great to experience. The bowl was good and on par with a chipotle bowl. Ordered it without protein and added avocado instead (they take off $2 for no protein and charge $2.50 for the avocado, no net +$0.50 to pay). Restaurant inside was not busy around 11:30 on Thursday. Definite place to return for take out. read more

Islands Restaurant - Tortilla beach bowl - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was introduced to the Endless Tortilla Soup 15 years ago and was addicted ever since. This dish is absolutely GOATED. In 2025 it's $13 which is extremely reasonable in times of insane inflation. AYCE soup PLUS they will pack an extra to go. The value is so insane I'm salivating writing this. Also the service is TOP TIER. It's a ton of effort to have to go back and forth refilling people's dishes/drinks and they do an excellent job while being so friendly. The happy hour and kids menu with activity sheet is icing on the cake. 5/5 S+ read more

Ileana was amazing and the drinks were so good! I had a strawberry lemon drop ...Definitely coming back! :) read more

Islands Restaurant - Strawberry lemon drop - Burgers Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Danielle was delightful! This place is great! The Happy Hour is delicious (love the sliders)! Also, awesome you can now get Happy Hour in the main dining room. Super margaritas! Fun place with mucho people! read more

Gladys is a stellar manager! They have a great bartending staff and it's a fun place to watch a game. The best onion rings and $5 well drinks from 3-6:30pm DAILY. read more

Usually we have a great experience here, but on our most recent visit the initial hospitality was disappointing. When we politely asked for a booth, the staff told us none were available, even though several were visibly open. Shortly after, other guests who arrived after us were seated at a booth, which was confusing and frustrating. Aside from that, our waiter was excellent and the rest of the experience was enjoyable. However, the lack of accommodation and the dismissive tone at the start left a negative first impression that we didn't expect based on prior visits. read more

Delicious burgers and sides, bountiful portions, and at a fantastic value and price. Always brings nostalgia eating here and glad that this location has stayed put. Wonderful and attentive service. Casual, fun vibe. We didn't fully realize from the menu but the large size of the tortilla soup comes with endless refills for those coming hungry and looking to maximize value. Unfortunately, there is no validation for parking at the HHLA lot. read more

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This is beginning to be our regular takeout place when we can't think of what to eat. And so far, the food has been consistently good. Their hamburgers, which I think is what they're known for, is generous and creatively appealing. Let's see, we've tried their Impossible, Malibu, Bluenami and Kilauea. And we all loved them - my personal favorite is the Malibu. Their fries, that come with it are good and for a little extra we got their truffle fries - which are more like cheese fries than truffle. We've also tried the chop chop salad, which is nice and their Shore bird and Moa Crisp Sandwiches. If you like fried chicken sandwiches, then try the Moa Crisp, it's pretty good. As chains go, Island's is middle of the nice - not much to their ambience - it's pretty generic and their service is efficient. Can't really go wrong going here or ordering out. read more

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A couple Sunday's ago I stopped by this location to watch a football game with friends. We sat at the bar and it was my first time meeting Gladys, a new bartender at this location. Gladys delivered excellent customer service. She introduced herself, kept checking in to see if I needed anything and the presentation of her drinks was impeccable and professional. Gladys is a great new addition to Islands. read more

Service was pretty good and fast expect for this one busser girl who was very condescending and rude idk what her name was but she had the dora bangs and was tall . I work in costumer service and that's not how you talk to people read more

Ordered a well done burger and it was very pink. Stomach made my husband sick and gave me an upset stomach. unfortunately I cannot recommend This place for that reason. Customer was good, food was not read more

Our food was delicious. Stephanie was our waitress and she was prompt and accurate on the order. We were watching the Raiders vs Cowboys. The music at the restaurant is uplifting. read more

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