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    Islands Restaurant

    4.1 (622 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    ISLANDS RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Malibu|Wheat Bun
    Jacob C.

    Came with my Mom and Sister during Mother's Day Week Celebration and were kinda rushed by Laura. Pretty wack.

    Kilauea Burger
    Sarah G.

    Islands was overall good. We had an unfortunate snafu with my order, it didn't come out at first, and when it finally did, it wasn't correct. My replacement took another 20+ minutes, so by the time I actually ate, I'd already picked at the chips and some of my daughter's fries, and the rest of the table was basically done. They did remove the item from my ticket, which I genuinely appreciated. Once my warm chicken wrap which is no longer on the menu so I appreciate them making came out it was good! (Ask for hot chicken you won't regret it) Service was fine, just nothing memorable. The chips are usually warm, but this time they came out cold, which was disappointing. Overall not the best not the worst islands experience, but maybe just a bad day for me.

    Islands Nachos

    The Food was super good Restaurant was very clean and waiter was quick and attentive.

    Chips and guacamole/salsa
    Tish W.

    Anniversary dinner with one of play kids. He wanted to take us to dinner so Islands it was. I haven't been here in years so it was a treat. We all had burgers which were really good and chips with guacamole for an appetizer. Our waiter was attentive and friendly and the atmosphere gives you the island feel. It was a nice evening.

    Lorenzo W.

    BEST FRIES EVER! I love the freshly cut fries at Islands, it's been a bit since I've visited this location as I've been busy. I'm SO glad to be back, there's a uniqueness to Island's burgers and fries. I paired my French fries with a Hula Burger (Mushrooms, Lettuce, Medium Well), it was a great dinner! The wheat buns could've been slightly better, I think they should've been toasted. The restaurant wasn't too packed and the Hawaiian decor was spot on! I love the tiki vibes and tropical aesthetic. The restroom was a little hard to find, but i eventually found it by the kitchen. Drop by soon, this location has special deals for $10.99 burgers! I'm definitely going to cash in on this special. Islands isn't far from Central's shopping plaza by the movie theater. It's got plenty of parking and not too far from the freeway!

    Sy M.

    We came here for dinner on a Saturday night and had such a good time. The vibe was great -- loud, lively, upbeat music, and the game was on. It's definitely a fun spot with a lot of energy! We were seated right away, and our server Jessie came by a few minutes later. He was awesome -- super friendly, patient, and really helpful when we had questions. I appreciated that he gave honest recommendations when I couldn't decide what to get. My husband and I both ordered the Hawaiian burger on wheat and added bacon. He got fries and I went with onion rings. I had a Diet Coke and he got a fruit punch -- and I have to say, their fountain drinks are so good! Sounds funny to say, but you can tell when a place actually keeps their drink mix balanced. Here's how we'd rate everything: * Burgers: 7/10 * Grilled cheese (our son's order): 9/10 * Spinach and artichoke dip: 8/10 * Onion rings and fries: 7/10 * Service: 10/10 It's a little on the pricey side, but totally worth it for the atmosphere and great service. We'll definitely be back!

    Michael A.

    Did not have to wait long to be seated. Staff was nice and friendly food came out in a timely manner and was good. Please seem to be clean. Would come back here again.

    Great fries
    Rick M.

    Up in Riverside on Sunday so I decided to stop here. The outside of the restaurant really looks cool and stands out. Brings back memories of when they first opened these restaurants. I ordered the Bleu Burger and it was delicious! The fries were great as well. Service was solid. Inside the restaurant was super clean. The Saltillo tiles look amazing. Overall just a wonderful spot! Keep up the fantastic work and keep going. I'll definitely stop here again the next time I'm in the area!

    Lili H.

    Islands is one of my go-to guilty pleasures! Every time I come here, I stick to my favorites -- the Maui Burger with grilled pineapple (so juicy and flavorful!) and a fun, fruity cocktail. Their fries? Addictively good. Crispy, salty, perfect every time -- I could honestly eat a whole basket by myself. My fiancé is all about the mushroom burger. He loves how the mushrooms melt into the cheese and meat -- and he usually pairs it with an ice-cold Modelo. Classic combo and it always hits the spot. The service is consistently friendly, the vibe is relaxed, and it's a great place to unwind without breaking the bank. Whether it's date night or just a chill dinner, Islands never disappoints.

    Irene G.

    It was okay. It wasn't packed when I went. But my burger had no taste. It tasted very bland. I had to wait forever for my check and a soda refill. It's like you can't good customer service anymore. Even my little one a 5 year old kept on asking where is the lady so we can go.

    Sparse dinner salad

    I placed an online order for a side garden salad. When I opened my salad, it was so sparse! Maybe two cups of lettuce, some carrots, a.couple of slices of red cabbage, and croutons. For $7, I could buy a bag of salad mix and save gas by not driving to pick it up.

    Fish tacos, chips and guac
    Christopher P.

    Currently eating here now but my gf and I came it not knowing they closed at 9 and walked in at 8:57 and simply asked if they were still open. The server Chuck with a smile on his face said "of course" and continued to seat us. They have patiently taken our order and served us as we realized we came in right at closing. Every single employee including our server Slater couldn't be nicer. We apologized for our timing but they were so kind and didn't rush us at all. I had to give them a great review. We had chips and guac and tortillla soup as well as some fish tacos and everything was delicious. Thank you Islands grill for your hospitality it did not go unnoticed.

    Jennifer G.

    Excellent customer service. Because it sux when the food is amazing but the staff is acting like they don't want you there or replenish your water and I hate having to wait forever for a drink refill, like I get they really wish they could check our credit before sending my order to the bar. Buuuuuut this was not the case for Islands. Amazing customer service and excellent drinks delicious food side note CLEAN RESTROOMS awesome!!!! Thank you

    Children's chicken teriyaki. Didn't notice the hair until we looked back in the photo.

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    Love this place. Been coming for years!! Best turkey burger meat. Fries and tortillas soup is good to

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    19 days ago

    We love Islands, it's always fresh and hot burgers and the staff is always great. The restaurant is very clean and inviting.

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    Amanda at Temecula Islands is amazing--attentive, courteous, and remembers us every visit.

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    2 months ago

    The Hawaiian burger with a veggie patty was really good...and messy. No complaints about service or ambiance. Would dine there again!

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    Our server Eric did a great job taking care of us. Very friendly! Overall great service! Will definitely be back

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    Always have good experiences here at Islands. Our server Eric was awesome and the burgers were great.

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    3.6(2.6k reviews)
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    Stopped by Heros in Riverside and had a really good experience! I ordered a burger with candied…read morebacon, onion rings, lettuce and tomatoes, it was so delicious!!!! The burger was medium, juicy, cooked just right and packed with flavor. The onion rings were super crispy on the outside and had the perfect crunch. However, I prefer the fries. The fries are crispy, meaty and super delicious. Portions are big! The Watermelon lemonade was fresh and refreshing. The glass it comes in is really really really big! So have your thirst ready! The atmosphere was fun and laidback. Service was friendly and attentive without being over the top. Over all a solid spot if your looking for good comfort food, big menu and a chill place to eat. This is my 3rd time here. : )

    The food was delicious, and the drinks were great as well. We came in with a large party of 15,…read moreincluding kids, and were seated on the outside patio near the main parking lot. Unfortunately, our experience with the two female servers was disappointing. They came across as rude and made it feel like our large group was an inconvenience. We were passed by multiple times without being helped, and when we finally asked another server to get someone to take our order, he kindly stepped in and helped us himself. He had a great attitude and was very accommodating, which we really appreciated. When our food was brought out, one of the servers had an attitude when we asked a few questions, which added to the negative experience. I wish I had gotten their names. On a positive note, the bartender when we first arrived the gentleman with the long hair was very friendly and helpful. He assisted us quickly while we waited for our table, and that first impression was great. Overall, while the food and some staff were excellent, the service from the two servers on the patio took away from the experience.

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