After happy hour at the Maui Brewing Company on Kalakaua Avenue on Friday, the 1st of September, 2023, we walked to the HALE KOA HOTEL'S beachside patio bar, the BAREFOOT BAR, for more bargain drinks. Nestled along the shores of Waikiki, HALE KOA'S BAREFOOT BAR is a hidden gem that provides an inviting atmosphere with breathtaking beach views. Live music enhances the relaxing ambiance with rope and torch lights while adding the lively spirit of island life, a perfect setting for enjoying tropical beverages and snacks. We arrived shortly before 7 PM and immediately found an umbrella-covered table to sit at. BAREFOOT BAR's short, but sweet menu features competitively affordable cocktails, especially for military patrons (MILITARY $10.00/PUBLIC $12.50). DJ ordered the Sailor's Paradise, a vibrant concoction of Sailor Jerry's Spice Rum and Midori, which he enjoyed. I took a sip of Justin's Paniolo "Hawaiian Cowboy," a whiskey-based drink with mango puree, lemonade & club soda, which I found to be a bit too sweet for my liking, but, still, even without Uncle's military discount, what a steal! Where else can you find great alcoholic beverages on the beach at such prices?! Enhancing the overall experience, there's an adjacent snack bar that drew lines of people ordering bites during our visit. There was also a line for the women's clean restroom, but the wait wasn't long at all. Service was friendly and prompt. A pleasant visit we enjoyed at BAREFOOT BAR, watching the sunset at beachside with drink in hand and music playing. Aloha! read more

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We are regulars here every time we come to Hawaii. The drinks are nice and strong (always) and the food options are cheap and surprisingly fresh. Everyone working here is also very kind. The Li Hing margarita is also something unique that most other places don't have. Always a solid spot that we maybe come to a bit too often read more

Can not say enough good things about this bar! The drinks were so delicious and the views were amazing. It was a great spot to take a break from swimming and have a drink. Please note they do not serve food but you are allowed to bring your own to enjoy with your drinks. The bartenders were very friendly and made great recommendations. Best Mai Tai of our trip - we made multiple stops back here read more

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The service was great. So attentive and welcoming! We ha Joel and he was amazing. Had a short conversation with my dad and made his night! Def come check them out for the vibe and live music outdoors. read more

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The bar on the beach of the Hale Koa hotel. If you you have a military CAC you get discounted prices. The Mai Tai is probably their best drink. You can bring your food from other establishments and enjoy it there, along with the view. read more

Always a welcome break from the sand and surf where you can retreat for a cold beverage of your choice. With plenty of tables and views of the ocean it is a great place to catch sunset also. The staff are exceptionally nice and helpful. Military get a discount on prices. Recommend that you stop and try the Barefoot Bar. read more

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One of my friends was staying at the Hale Koa and she said to meet her in the lobby and we'd go to the Barefoot...so okay if I don't have slippahs??? LOL! We ordered drinks at the bar, and then found an empty table to sit at. The sun was already down, there was a gently breeze blowing, and the live music was really good! Don't know what the guy's name was but he set the mood for the night. Lots of military, retired and enlisted, oh, and some families too. The mai tais we ordered were really good! Again, it was a great way to wind down the day and relax. Oh, it's also dog friendly!!! So if you're looking for somewhere that's not crazy loud, this is a great place to come to! Mahalo Barefoot! read more

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Beautiful sunset view caught and enjoyed here. Lovely music added to the wonderful view and ambiance all while grabbing a drink from the bar. Lava flow was too sweet, but pleasantly sipping and enjoyed during the sunset view and outing. Relaxing spot here. read more

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We go here every time we visit the Hale Koa. The staff is always very welcoming and the drinks are not water down but perfect.

I literally just walked up from the beach at night, ordered a Li Hing Margarita, downed it, loved it, wish i had time for another, and honestly, was already lit from that 1 cocktail. The bartenders hands are super heavy here, and the service is wonderful. We were checked in on by any staff that walked by. Remember how i said i hardly spent time there? That's right. You get that Aloha energy real quick here! Will definitely be frequenting this place on every visit. Great vibes with live entertainment, and it's Hawaii. The weather is almost always beautiful! read more

Great service Bartenders were very attentive and friendly Received many compliments on specialty drinks Nice place to sit and drink on the beach read more

GOOD NEWS: you can go barefoot now! The concrete is still there but the rocks have been replaced by nice turf!

This was a great retreat for us in the evening. The music was good, the service was good, and the drinks were exactly wha we were looking for. Kind of bummed they didn't have a kitchen, so we only stayed for 1 drink read more

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The is a fun, laid back area right at the entrance of the Rainbow Tower. It is an alcove and entirely open with a view of the beach and right along the main walkway which is great if you enjoy people watching! The service was excellent! The servers were right on top of everything! You walk in, sit down and in seconds a server is there! The drinks are fun and I especially enjoyed the "Hawaiian Love Song" was delicious and potent. Food was a limited in scope but the right amount to nosh on. We had the chicken fingers one one occasion and the cheeseburgers on another. Both were great! This was truly a great place to relax! read more

We came to Barefoot Bar in the evenings to enjoy the music outdoors and visit with friends we met while staying in Honolulu. Paul, Scott, Tammy & Courtney to name a few were ever so courteous and prompt with our service. We enjoyed the variety of musicians the establishment had every night. The Friday night fireworks were also as popular. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience in paradise! Enjoy! Mahalo, Ceasar and staff! read more

My favorite outdoor bar in Waikiki. Located in the beachfront area of the Hale Koa hotel. Drinks $12. $10 if you're military or vet. No food. Go to the left outside the bar entrance a few yards to get a takeout from Happy's. Live music. Wait staff very nice. Highly recommended! read more

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Beautiful outdoor bar with ocean view. We stopped by to have a Mai Tai and enjoyed the view. Good cocktail and would like to stop by for sunset read more

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Small little spot right off the beach. I can't remember which hotel area it was actually near, my brother in law and I was just wandering. The mixed drinks here are strong and tasty. Kinda dangerous because they don't serve any food, so make sure eat before you swing by. read more

Literally right on the beach! Perfect last minute spot to pick up yummy drinks for the beach to watch the sunset! read more

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Best cocktails, prices and sunsets to enjoy!! Casual setting overlooking Waikiki beach great sunsets! Live music and great service (walk up bar or table service). read more

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Vegan food. I haven't eaten here yet but nobody has reviewed that there's a whole vegan menu here. Based on walking through during live music and happy customers, I expect to give a 5 star review. But for all the people looking for vegan food, I needed to get this review onto yelp. read more

Amazing service and excellent drinks! They have a large outside area with tables and umbrellas or you can sit at the bar. This was an excellent place for a break and a cocktail. They have military prices as well as civilian prices so all can come and enjoy! read more

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Ambiance - very chill and casual with free live music at night! Service - friendly and fast service at the bar! Drinks - not watered down! Bring your own food! Don't forget to show your military ID or Hale Koa hotel key card for a discount! If you come on a Friday night stay until the fireworks! We enjoyed sitting in this area almost every day and night during our stay. After grabbing some breakfast at Happy's we'll usually sit here and it's pretty quiet. In the evenings we'll bring over some finger foods and enjoy a night cap or two while listening to the awesome live music. The true essence of aloha of relaxation and libations by the beach! I can't wait to return! read more

So vibey here! We came on Monday night and again on Friday night. Tried the lava flow, mango flow, Waikiki mule, and mai tai. Lava flow and mango flow are definitely not strong whatsoever, but I enjoyed it. Super chill on Monday and totally different on Friday, with live music and tons of people hanging out waiting for the 7:45 fireworks. The beach was plenty lively! So much fun read more

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Keep coming back for their mai tais ! Great entertainment with a side of mai tai ! And don't forget about the view, a side of sunset read more

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Located at the Hale Koa Hotel property, patrons can access the bar through either from the hotel side or the concrete pathway off Waikiki Beach. Opens at 11:00 a.m. and closes at 10:00 p.m. If your DoD ID cardholder or a guest at the Hale Koa Hotel with a room key, you'll get the discount. Depending on whose the bartender, drinks will be different. I say this because Barefoot Bar has known to make some excellent drinks, but depending on the mixology experience of the bartender it can be a hit or miss. There is live music on Fridays thru Sundays. Waitress service restarted on June 9 so you don't have to wait on long lines for self-service. Overall, this spot is a hit for western end of Waikiki. read more

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Awesome place to come especially for military staying at the Hale Koa! The drinks are great and the service is friendly. The prices are incredibly reasonable for anywhere, but even more so for a place on Waikiki beach. read more

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This outdoor bar was great!! And just right next to the Kahanamoku Beach!!! I feel like it's at the perfect spot to be as I'm sure they get many people from the beach coming here since it's located near the restrooms and shade LOL. You get discount at this bar if you're staying at the Hale Koa or if you're from military. PLUS, you get fireworks every Friday night at 8PM! Super cool. The bartender that made the drinks for us definitely went ABOVE and BEYOND even with him being extremely busy. I had the Hale Koa Mai Tai which already was so delicious until he gave me a taste test of the Mango Lava Flow!!! I can have 5 of those but I don't think I'd be able to make it to my hotel if I drank that many LOL. I highly recommend the slushies if you plan to go here though! Also, there's a feet wash around the corner & a few shops nearby too-- double win! read more

The barefoot bar is basically set up for you to order at the counter and seat yourself wherever there's an open table nearby. Frozen Drinks were great - lava flow (sweet and tart) and mango flow (mango sweet!!) are both fantastic , just depends on what you want. Sunset lemonade was very fruity and floral! Service was friendly: Michael took great care of us at the bar during our visit. Really appreciated it especially as foot traffic picked up sooner than anticipated. This is on an Armed Forces Recreation Center property that is designed specifically with the US military families in mind, so there's a muted patriotic presence throughout the property (mostly from the guests), but the staff were always welcoming and didn't make us US civilians feel out of place or alienated for being there. So thank you :) read more

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On our little family's daily walks, we often pass by the Hale Koa Hotel and the Barefoot Bar along DeRussy/Duke Kahanamoku Beach. On a recent holiday, we finally decided to walk over and give it a try. The newly renovated pool led to a complete change in the bar areas as well. The beach-front Barefoot Bar has a fantastic view of the ocean looking Ewa toward the Hilton Lagoon. The once-temporary bar area under the trees has become a permanent part of the area; this portion is bar service drinks only with umbrella tables under the shade of the trees and less of a view. The Barefoot Bar area next to the beach is hot and in direct sunlight most of the day, so if you're okay with this it's a great option. It's all outdoors with well-spaced umbrella tables so you get some shade. They have a few fire pit areas with couches right along the wall, these have the best view but would probably be more comfortable in the morning or early evening. As of this writing, you can seat yourself wherever you'd like with full service; someone will come to you. They have a menu of pre-made sandwiches and snacks; we tried the veggie wrap and Nathan's Hot Dog with fries; both are served at appropriate temperatures and were worth the price for the size and freshness. This is mostly a drink place with cocktails, non-alcoholic options, and beer. Here's the kicker: like many of the sub-businesses in the Hale Koa, it's open to the public but there are two price lists. Military/Guests prices are 20% lower than public. The discounted prices are still more on the high Waikiki side, without a discount this may not be worth the visit. Staff was wonderful, our server Jo was friendly, welcoming, and fast with water refills (much needed on a hot afternoon). After discount, we were happy with the total coast to have a light late lunch and some fun drinks. We look forward to coming again. read more

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I wish I could give this place 10 stars! We love stopping by here when walking the beachfront or strip. You do not need to be military to eat here, and they almost always have live music. Not to mention, it is ALWAYS happy hour here. WE LOVE THAT! Also our waiter Joey is the absolute best, and makes our day whenever we stop by. You can't go wrong, the prices are very reasonable, and did I already say it is ALWAYS happy hour! read more

5 stars for the Mai Tai! A good place to take a break from work. Service is fast and Joe the bartender makes a great Mai Tai. Cheers!

Excellent location to the beachfront. Perfect for Hawaii ambiance u see the trees. Can buy take out hot and cold food at the near by happy food kiosk. read more

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This place will always hold a special place in my heart! The Garza is named after my brother who frequented this bar MANY times over the 3 years he lived on Oahu. They did an incredible job encompassing him in a drink. The bartenders were so friendly and quick. Came here almost every night to have at least one Garza. Even if you don't like grapefruit juice (which I don't) I would highly recommend trying!! read more

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I stumbled on this place whilst meandering through the Hale Koa. I feel like on some level I belong here. I mean that I come from a long line of individuals that served in the military and have also recently acquired the extreme honor of becoming the wife of an honorably retired marine/army professional person who for many years gave his purpose to. I feel surrounded by this kind of generosity here. It has an air of respectfulness that seems reverant, while still being a relaxing bar. It is lovely here, green plump grass that is cool and shaded by some magnificent trees lining the park. It is right at the beach at DeRussy Beach Park and from the table here, I can feel the breeze of the ocean, smell the green grass and flowers all around me, hear the gentle, yet hip and modern, music melding with the breeze, and I can get a cocktail! Yay! Off in the distance, waves crash and children are laughing. I can see people parasailing and peppering, getting ready for sand volleyball. I see bicycles and floaties, and all around me nature and beauty abounds. Its incredible here. Its a military resort bar in Hawaii. Its pretty awesome! Have your MID ready, they ask. NO FOOD at this bar. NOTHING, OK. read more

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Best lava flow on the island - and that is my hill to die on. This bar services both military and civilian customers. If you show your military ID or hale Kona room key you'll get the discounted drink rate, but even the non-military prices are very competitive. There is live music many nights on the lawn, some tables have umbrellas if there's rain. Otherwise, it's very nice being outside. You can either order from your table or order at the bar. I prefer to order at the bar. read more

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Nice place to sit and have a drink. Wish it was closer to the beach like it was before the pool renovation. Military prices are a couple dollars cheaper than the public prices but must show your ID. Mai tai is always my go to and so strong I only need one! You can order from your table or at the bar. Whichever you choose you will receive great customer service! read more

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Great spot for live music, dance, yummy food and friendly locals! Monday nights are the best. read more

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Best Li Hing Margarita! One isn't enough and it's amazingly decent price too. Definitely something I highly recommend getting one or two.

I really like the barefoot bar for drinks while staying at the Hale Koa and while visiting the beach. My current favorite drink is the Garza. The grapefruit, with simple syrup and tajin is the perfect mix of sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. Food is typical of a fast food beach bar. read more