Thursday Treats #7

Thursday Treats #7: Islands

I'm sorry, I'm getting so lazy with these. I have far too much homework and rehearsal. Anyways.

Islands Burgers, the Hawaiian, surfer culture inspired restaurant that dots the Southern California and Arizona landscape. Founded in 1982 by Tony DeGrazier in an effort to recreate the times he had in 0ahu while serving in the Navy, the first Islands opened in West L.A.

The decor is very much inspired by Hawaii. Thatch roof, tiki bar style counters make up the welcome desk, open kitchen and bar. Tables are styled like wooden, glazed surfboards. Tiki faces and surfboards line the walls along with photographs of surfers showing off their moves in wave tunnels. TVs are tucked into corners and consistently play x-treme sports footage.

The food is the best part. Favorites include the lemonade, shakes, fries, tortilla soup, tiki tenders, fish tacos and the wide selection of hamburgers. All burgers have names associated with Hawaii from the Big Wave to Maui to Pipeline. The original burger is the Big Wave. If you don't want your own set of fries or if your friends and family are known to steal a few, the endless basket of fries is a great option when with a group. You'll especially want this since the regular menu doesn't generally come with fries (you'll be picking off your kids). Any of the burgers are worth getting; my favorite though is the Maui burger. Be warned, these burgers are stuffed to the max, and there will be sauce dripping down your fingers.

This restaurant can be on the pricey side (about 10 dollars a burger), but is a great choice for when you want to go out to eat and have your family or friends with you.

Enjoy!

Islands: www.islandsrestaurants.com
Nutritional Information: http://www.islandsrestaurants.com/menu/nutritional/facts.aspx