This summer Islands Burgers brought back their Heat Wave Burger. I went in for a tasting and it was just as delicious as I remembered it. It has the perfect combo of grilled serrano and green chiles, pepper jack cheese, tomato, red onion, lettuce & spicy mayo. I added avocado to help with the heat and it was great. It's served with fresh cut Island Fries, but I got mine with sweet potato fries. It's on the menu for $12.19 and only back for a limited time.

If it makes you thirsty, they recommend pairing it with their new Hula Bay IPA with aromas of citrus, grapefruit, tangerine & pine from Amarillo hops. Hula Bay IPA is a light bodied, dry brew created by the San Clemente-based brewery to pair with Islands’ signature burgers and fare. Available in two sizes - $6.50 regular 16 oz, $8.35 large 22 oz. One of their new tropical cocktail is the Colada Sunset. It's Islands' twist to the classic piña colada which has pineapple, coconut cream, and a float of Myers's Rum. I think it's my new favorite tropical drink!

Not in the mood for a burger, try their Hoisin Bowl. Get it with either grilled chicken or mahi mahi. Pick the hoisin sauce or teriyaki. It also comes with fresh grilled pineapple, red bell peppers, snow peas, water chestnuts, red onions, and broccoli & diced scallions. They serve it over brown rice.

Hungry and need something to share? Their Island Nachos is loaded with cheddar, jack, jalapeños, tomatoes, refried beans, sour cream & guacamole, and served with a side of salsa. (Optional add-on: spicy chicken, or chili for an additional fee).

Gremmie Menu
Let's not forget about the kids. Children 6 and under can order one of these for $4.09 (includes drink and a choice of side): Slider, Slider with Cheese, Half Grilled Cheese Sandwich, or Chicken Tenders. Children Ages 7-12 have these options ($5.25 includes drink & choice of side): Jr Wave Burger, Hot Dog, Mac & Cheese Quesadilla, Noodles, or Grilled Cheese. For gremmie sides, select from Island Fries, Apple Sauce, Steamed Broccoli, Caesar Salad, Garden Salad, Fresh Pineapple with Yogurt Dip, or Fresh Apple with Yogurt Dip. Gremmie desserts are also available.

Dessert
Need a beautiful and tasty ending? Complete your meal with a Kona Pie dessert at Islands, and don't let the Mocha Almond Fudge ice cream melt. It also has a cookie crust and they top it with chocolate fudge, whipped cream, roasted almonds (optional) and a cherry.


Beach Cruiser Giveaway
Each of Islands’ 54 restaurants is giving away custom his and hers Freedom Cycle Co. beach cruisers complete with Hawaiian floral designs and bells. Guests can enter every time they visit an Islands, and winners will be selected on August 18, 2016.
I like Islands Burgers because it has a fun island vibe and the food is good. I'm sending one lucky reader with a gift card to Islands Burgers! The Carlsbad-based company operates 55 restaurants throughout California, Arizona, Nevada and Hawaii. For a location nearest you, please visit their website at www.islandsrestaurants.com.
Aloha!
Mary

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I want to try everything! The burgers look absolutely amazing!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite burger is Hawaiian. Just having that pineapple slice in it makes the perfect additional sweetness.
ReplyDeleteLoaded fries!!
ReplyDeleteIt would be awesome to try that heat wave Burger! Would love to take my family. Thanks for the opportunity :-)
ReplyDeleteI love the Hawaiian burger
ReplyDeleteI love the California Flyer chicken sandwich and their fries!
ReplyDeleteI've tried Islands, and I love their salads and ice cream dessert! My hubby love their burgers, and my kiddos, they will like dessert for sure! I want to win for my family because I'm tired of cooking.
ReplyDeleteI love the toucan, since it has a chicken as the patty.
ReplyDeletewould like to try this.. will take my kids.. they are into burgers now
ReplyDeleteI love their hawaiian burger!
ReplyDeleteI love the soft tacos
ReplyDeleteI love the burgers
ReplyDeleteLove their burgers, fries, and chicken tortilla soup!
ReplyDeleteLove their burgers, fries, and chicken tortilla soup!
ReplyDeleteI've never been, but I'd like to try the Longboarder.
ReplyDeleteI've never been, but I'd like to try the Longboarder.
ReplyDeleteI would love to try their California Flyer chicken sandwich!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE Islands! My favorite thing is their cheddar fries. Yum!
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ReplyDeleteMy kids and I love islands. Will try this with a side of sweet potato fries. Yum!
ReplyDeleteI love their veggie burgers with unlimited French fries
ReplyDeleteWow the food looks great! We will have to go very soon!
ReplyDeleteI just love their burgers; the hawaiian one is my fave!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love their burgers, but their fish is excellent too! Plus their customer service is fantastic
ReplyDeleteLooks like lots of yummy things to try!
ReplyDeleteI love the China Coast
ReplyDeleteI love the blue cheese burger.
ReplyDeleteI love the blue cheese burger.
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ReplyDeleteWe have one pretty close to use, but I've never tried it. I'd like to try the Mahi Mahi Hoison Bowl
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Islands always makes my day, its the only restaurant I order burgers from! The Hawaiian is my absolute favorite
ReplyDeleteWould love to try the Bleunami!
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There is a Islands Restaurant down the street from work.
ReplyDeleteWhoa!! Those burgers.. I must try them all!!
ReplyDeletethe burgers are great!
ReplyDeleteI would like to try their Hawaiian Burger!
ReplyDeleteThat Heat Wave burger looks fantastic! I like it a little spicy.
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