The chain was founded in 1982 with a mission to serve in an efficient and laid back way. With over 50 restaurants in states like Arizona and Nevada, it is showing no signs of slowing down due to its massive popularity. Islands was instantly successful, so much so that the night their very first location opened they actually ran out of food for their patrons! Entrepreneur Tony DeGrazier opened the experience, with a strong emphasis on theme he derived from living a portion of his life in Oahu, Hawaii. At the time, he was stationed there with his Navy buddies, and thus began the vision of a restaurant vibe from the Islands of Hawaii to the shores of Los Angeles, among other places.
So what is the atmosphere of Islands like? As one may expect from the company name, Islands projects a very particular beach and buddies vibe. Interiors of the chain include holiday lights, palm trees and bamboo walls giving patrons the feeling of attending their very own luau. Islands is also very keen on promoting the fun of surfing, with surfboards hanging from the ceiling, and famous surfers riding waves on the several T.V.'s each location has.
What's on the menu you ask? Burgers are their main expertise, with servings like 'The Big Wave' and 'The Pipeline,' just to name a few. Perfect with those are their huge basket of fries or onion rings. If American doesn't strike your fancy soft tacos and chicken tenders are also on the menu to appease everyone else. Each Islands location also has a bar and its share of tropical mixed drinks, perfect to go with the beach and surf atmosphere.
Overall Islands is a glorious time for all age groups, with commendable prices and huge portions. The portions are so big in fact, that groups are encouraged to share items like baskets of fries and appetizers. The emphasis put on no stone unturned for the good of the diners speaks volumes about how the company is run, and one is surely to have a magnificent time in such a warm and exciting environment.
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