Islands Restaurant in Corona isn’t where you go for quinoa salads or kale smoothies. This is where you park your car, loosen your belt, and let the scent of burgers and fries guide you to a booth. Located on Magnolia Avenue just east of the I-15 (look for the Lowe’s parking lot), it’s the kind of spot that makes you question why anyone would eat at a chain with a drive-thru. Open Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 10 PM, it’s your weekend escape hatch for casual eats with a side of tropical vibes.

Burgers That Might Make You Forget In-N-Out

Islands bills itself as having “the best burgers in Corona,” and while that’s a bold claim, the Hawaiian Burger makes a strong case. Picture this: a juicy patty topped with grilled pineapple, teriyaki sauce, Swiss cheese, and mayo. It’s sweet, salty, and messy in all the right ways. Not feeling beef? Swap in a turkey, plant-based, or veggie patty—no judgment here.

Then there are the Island Fries. These aren’t your average spuds. Fresh-cut daily and tossed with a “secret seasoning” (we’re guessing it involves crack cocaine for potatoes), they’re the kind of fries that make you forget you ordered a salad. Pro tip: Upgrade to Cheddar Fries for a molten cheese experience.

Tacos, Salads, and the Art of Not Cooking

If burgers aren’t your thing, the menu reads like a greatest-hits album of casual dining. The Yaki Tacos stuff flour tortillas with grilled chicken, pineapple, and teriyaki sauce—a Hawaiian-flavored fist bump. Prefer something lighter? The China Coast Salad mixes grilled chicken, mandarin oranges, edamame, and fried noodles because why should croutons have all the fun?

And let’s talk about the Kalua Pork Tacos. Slow-roasted pork, salsa verde, avocado, and cabbage on corn tortillas—it’s the closest you’ll get to a Maui beach picnic without booking a flight.

Liquid Aloha: Where Happy Hour Lasts Longer Than a Sunset

The bar at Islands Corona is where adults go to pretend they’re on vacation. Happy hour deals are on weekdays from 3 PM to 6:30 PM, including beer, cocktails, and appetizer specials. The Mai Tai here isn’t just a drink—it’s a dark rum-based time machine to 1950s Tiki culture. Prefer something frozen? The Mangorita (a mango margarita) and Lava Flow (strawberry, coconut, and rum) are basically smoothies with benefits.

Beer lovers aren’t left out. The house-made brews on tap include a Sunny Blonde Ale and a Mango IPA that pairs with burgers like Netflix pairs with procrastination.

Lunch Break: Because Adulting Is Hard

Monday through Friday until 2 PM, Islands serves lunch specials that’ll make your coworkers jealous. The Double Stack Burger—two patties, American cheese, and all the fixings—is a nap in edible form. The Northshore Tacos pack spicy chicken, cheese, and pico de gallo into flour tortillas with a side of salsa for dipping (or drowning, no one’s watching). At $9.69, the Soup and Salad combo—garden salad and tortilla soup—is for those days when you want to feel virtuous without actually being virtuous.

The Fine Print (Because Someone’s Gotta Read It)

Location: Magnolia Avenue, east of the I-15, next to Lowe’s.
Hours: Friday-Saturday, 11 AM–10 PM.
Menu Highlights: Hawaiian Burger, Island Fries, Kalua Pork Tacos, Mai Tai.
Lunch Specials: Monday-Friday until 2 PM (check current hours—this is Corona, not Vegas).

So there you have it: Islands Restaurant Corona, where the portions are big, and the drinks are stronger than your Wi-Fi signal.

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