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    Barefoot Beach Cafe

    3.9 (1.4k reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    chicken tacos, fish taco, spam fried rice,
    Ashley D.

    The most beautiful and relaxing view while you eat! I tried the spam fried rice, and it was so delicious and such a large amount too. The sunrise smoothie was also delicious but def did not taste healthy lol. My bf thought his tacos were just fine, mentioned the chicken was a bit dry. The banana bread dessert was good too and not overly sweet. Definitely would come back to try their dinner entrees.

    Sweetbread French toast & Mangolada
    Vicky C.

    I recently stopped by for brunch. It is a cute, casual restaurant right on the beach where you order at the window and pick up your food when they call your name. The service was a bit inefficient, as I had to go up two separate times to collect my drink and then my food, but the food itself was good. I ordered the sweetbread French toast, which was perfect, and also tried the fish & chips, which was delicious. Please note that they do not serve alcoholic beverages.

    Ricca Cathrina E.

    A local favorite I was told by my cousin who lives in HI. We met for dinner and everything we ordered was yummy! I was only able to take pic of my burger but we also had steak, grilled fish, fish and chips, and chicken. Super yummy! The view of the ocean (ocean front restaurant) I was amazing especially at sunset. Service was fast. You have to pay for water. And there was live musics and some dancing.

    Darbie V.

    The best thing about this place is the view. If it didn't have the best view it would be one star. Right on the beach watching surfers you really can't beat it but that's about all it's got going for it. They are very uninformed on gluten free options. When we asked if the BBQ sauce was gluten free the person taking the order said "this is the vegan menu". What?? That's not at all the same thing. I stuck it safe with eggs with bacon and a pineapple smoothie. The pineapple smoothie was very good but the breakfast food was meh. My mom ordered their fish and chips which she said were over battered and under seasoned. Really unfortunate because this place has the best view if the food was better they would be unstoppable. Food allergies are a serious thing though. Train your staff correctly so they can answer questions.

    See it off in the distance? I parked my car on Kalakaua Avenue and walked across the lawn...
    Nadine C.

    Breakfast in Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawai'i... When I told my sister that I was going to dine at Barefoot Beach Cafe - on the beach, she said, "Uhg... birds and flies"... and she's correct. That's why I don't really like outdoor dining. There are also feral cats and chickens in the 50th State. (Just a fact.) Air-conditioning is much appreciated in this humid environment. An enclosed space seems to have more cleanliness in general... and napkins won't fly away with the tradewinds... Plus, it was a drizzly day. We're lucky it didn't turn into a downpour. Well... the Aloha State is located in the Tropics... Anyway, Barefoot Beach Cafe does have a nice view... maybe it would be better on a sunnier day? This Cafe is an "order at the window, seat yourself, and help yourself to utensils" type of establishment. Service at the window was okay. Nothing extra nor memorable. We picked up our meals at the window on the left of the cashier's window and started taking photos. I got the Pineapple Smoothie because it was Instagram-worthy! Drinking a beverage out of a hollowed-out fruit seems so exotic! LOL! The Avocado Toast wasn't really toasted, and tasted "normal". Meh... I was starving, so I'm grateful for anything that I don't have to cook! I'm glad that we had a chance to visit this tourist spot. I don't think residents of Oahu would like it as much as a tourist... haha! Thanks to Irene and BunBun for being adventurous with Cony, Brown, and me!

    Fish & Chips
    Irene M.

    Breakfast with a view... Something that I always take for granted is the stunning new we have here in Hawai'i the blue ocean and clear skies...well not on this particular rainy day but along with that it was still such a beautiful place to take it all in. Many seem to do so as the line never seem to end though the pace of the service counter and kitchen seems to be at a decent pace which does give me time to scan over their massive menu with not just breakfast but some all day items available in the day as well is a great choice that I seem to have gravitated to and it was the fish and chips for me. Yes we're blessed to have fresh fish here on the islands and it was swordfish which I do love and decided to have that as it came with fries (regular or sweet potato) and tartar sauce though I do prefer ketchup on mine it came with two huge pieces that was very crispy and crunchy and with such generous portions I could only finish just a piece which is no problem as they have takeout boxes readily for you use is very nice and convenient along with condiment area for whatever you need. This very informal spot is nice since there are covered seating even the outdoor space has an umbrella so that you're not totally in the element and are able to enjoy this early morning view that the world comes here to take in as well along with fresh breakfast was the perfect pairing and see why many flock over to relax and enjoy like I did as well. Thank you!

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    Mike R.

    We were in town to hang with our son and his girlfriend in Honolulu. He's a Junior at University of Hawai'i at Mānoa and as most students never have enough food and always welcoming their parent(s) are in town to treat them to a meal beyond Poke, burritos or cup of soup! Today we were enjoying the beautiful Waikiki Beach sun and had plans to have lunch at a relatively "expensive" resturant over looking the beach a d surf. In fact, the hostess shared we could order from bar food a d therefore order drinks. However, when we started to place a food order we were told the kitchen was closed until 3:30 pm. Frustrated, we walked down the street to the Barefoot Cafe which was open at 2 pm when we arrived until 9 pm. I hopped in the order line while my wife, son and his girlfriend searched for a menu (they had a QR menu too). The setting is verr inviting beach seating, bright umbrellas and grand views of Waikiki iconic beach. The only "ding" I would share with future visitors is the line wait. There were about 18-20 people in line and it took 45 minutes before I reached the front of the line to make our order. Our cashier was Angel M. and server was Laiani. They and the other staff were very friendly, helpful and great sense of humor. We placed our orders (they listed items that were no longer on the beach menu which is a nice touch!) My wife ordered a BBQ chicken sandwich with sweet potatoes fries; our son ordered the grilled Ahi sandwich, sweet potato fries and a whole pineapple smoothie was a special dramatic treat for him!; his girlfriend ordered the garlic shrimp plate and a mangolada; i ordered the fish plate of the day which was an extremely fresh and delicious swordfish! Excellent! We were able to get a picnic table and umbrella to enjoy choices. We did have to "fight off" the very aggressive pigeons who attacked our son's fish sandwich while he got napkins and condiments for the table. Hearing about our unprovoked "pigeons poachers" attack, Laiani, our server graciously and kindly offer a replacement. Overall, our later February dining experience at the Barefoot Cafe was fun, yummy and full of Aloha! Thanks Angel, Laiani and the entire grill team!

    Great views from their seating area
    Chet D.

    Our hotel was at the east end of Waikiki Beach, and searching for nearby restaurants, I found one a short walk, on the ocean. The next morning, we walked along the Waikiki shore to Barefoot Beach Cafe, where we ordered breakfast. There was a line, but it moved smoothly. They have a lot of choices on the breakfast menu (served from 8 a.m.--2 p.m.). We both ordered the omelet and went for the omelet. I had Portuguese sausage and cheese, while my wife ordered the green pepper and ham. We found a seat right near the promenade, where we could look out and see the ocean (over a short planter-box/fence). After a few minutes, our order was ready at the pickup window. Both our omelettes were full of the add-ons, not skimpy like some we've had elsewhere. They were also served with red potato hash (more like thinly sliced potatoes, kind of like very skinny fries that were not deep-fried but pan-fried). We both also enjoyed fresh pineapple smoothies. We enjoyed the meal so much that we came back for lunch the following day. I enjoyed their Kalua pork quesadilla, while my wife had their (daily special) fish tacos. And... we came back one evening for a smoothie while listening to Hawaiian music after sunset (they have live music every night!). So, if you're seeking a tasty meal with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices without all the busy-ness of the Waikiki tourist spots, this is the place. We'll be back!

    Delicious food
    Kent V.

    Casual lunch spot but with a lot of options. Our group had some of their smoothies, pulled pork burger, breakfast burrito, quesadilla, fries, hot dog and sticky pudding. Everything that we tried was delicious. No complaints here. Menu will have something for everyone. Beautiful beach views on a clear day.

    Side bacon
    Jo C.

    Delicious Hidden Breakfast spot on Queens beach. Located between Walls and the waikiki aquarium. Parking is street parking or at the Honolulu zoo parking. We went here after the Petwalk at kapiolani park perfect breakfast spot and Dog Friendly eating on the outdoor tables. Gorgeous view of the beach and great beach vibes. We shared an Acai bowl, eggs Benedict and taco trio. They even serve Illy coffee delicious! Order and pay for your food then grab a spot to sit and wait for them to call your name. Service is so friendly and they do a great job at getting the food out efficiently. Perfect place for breakfast and lunch.

    Jahira R.

    The food is delicious. The portions are worth the price. The smoothies are also very cheap and yummy. The staff is very nice. The outside seating is also nice with it being along the water. There are a lot of pigeons that you can't feed but they are cute and friendly.

    Açaí bowl
    B L.

    On the beach beautiful view, food was great and the staff was very friendly, very relaxing place to have brunch and watch the wave at Waikiki Beach.

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    Diego P.

    Tried this beachside breakfast spot and it did not disappoint. Service was fast. The food was solid across the board--we had a breakfast burrito and an omelet, both fresh and really well made, and they definitely weren't stingy with the ham in the omelet. The highlight though was the smoothie served inside a pineapple, which was just as good as it looked. The vibe is hard to beat with the ocean right there, making it a perfect place to start the day. Total came out to about $50 with tip, which felt fair for the quality, portions, and location. Definitely worth checking out if you want a relaxed breakfast by the beach.

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    Ask the Community - Barefoot Beach Cafe

    How is the Kalua pork?

    Depends. It's OK for locals and very good if you don't have any other reference lol

    Do they offer sourdough bread yet?

    Do they have a sourdough bread option?

    How late is breakfast served?

    Do you still have live music every night and what time do they start?

    5:30 n it says everyday on website n its been there every time ive stopped by.

    Do you still do the Friday nights bbq?

    Not that I could see...nothing on their website. They have some BBQ on the menu, but that's all I saw. (note: they don't take AmEx)

    Hi there! Once you open for dine in, could we reserve a table?

    They don't take reservations.

    Is this just for guests of the hotel?

    The public is able to eat at this restaurant. Cool little outdoor ambiance's. Hawaii vibes!

    Is this a good location to watch the Friday night fireworks?

    Yes excellent spot to view

    Is it dog friendly?can I sit outside with my dog?

    I have seen many dogs there and there are tables right outside of the immediate area

    Do they serve alcohol?

    No. Alcohol is not served or allowed on the premise.

    Can I just walk in for meal?

    Yes!

    Are fireworks visible from the cafè during 4th of July?

    They are. And every Friday when they do fireworks. But they aren't right in front on the beach.

    Where can I park?

    They have quite a bit of street parking across from it.

    How much is the friday BBQ? keiki? also, can we book?

    Aloha! The Beach BBQ on Fridays ranges in price based on the entree you choose and market cost, typically ranging from $22-28/person and includes an unlimited buffet. The full menu (with the exception of steak and fresh fish) is still available ala… 

    Can you see the waikiki fireworks on a Friday night from here?

    Yes! We have The Beach BBQ in Friday night's as well.

    Does this plac serve alcohol? If not , is it byob?

    No, they don't serve and it's not formally advertised as byob. It's on the beach and it's patrolled. I've seen people bring their own alcoholic drinks though.

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    Fete - ROBYNNE'S CAKE ®° Chocolate ulu-rum-raisin cake, frozen kulolo, Manoa chocolate rum sauce, cocoa streusel

    Fete

    4.4(1.4k reviews)
    3.9 miDowntown
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    Second time dining at Fête and had another amazing experience. The staff are quick, knowledgeable,…read moreand friendly. The food is outstanding and there are a ton of unique cocktail options. We started with a shrimp elote special and the chicken liver mousse. The shrimp elote was unique and flavorful. The mousse was my favorite thing of the night. So rich and creamy and the cherry marmalade paired so well with it. Love that they provided ample bread to go with it. I had to try the la chancla cocktail - the mayo washed mezcal caught my eye. It sounds a little strange but it was very good and was quite strong. For entrees we got the carbonara and zucchini lemon risotto. The carbonara was really rich and the Portuguese sausage added a nice touch. Looking at pictures of it beforehand I was worried the portion size would be small but it's served on a large bowl making the portion look smaller than it is. The risotto had a refreshing tangy sweetness from the lemon. Both have the option of adding on crispy prosciutto for $4. We didn't but saw some that other people ordered and it looked amazing - next time! One of the servers there provided a great recommendation with a wine pairing for the carbonara and let me try a rose before committing. It wasn't something I would normally have chosen but it worked well and I'm grateful for his helpfulness.

    Server: Christi S. August 8, 2026…read moreTable 3 4:11pm My mother and I had an incredible lunch experience and truly enjoyed every part of our visit. We ordered the Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich, fries, Chicama Daiquiri, Fête Bonne Mi, Kunia Old Fashioned, and Double Scoop Rocky Road Ice Cream. Everything was delicious, and compliments to the chefs and bartenders for their excellent work! The restaurant's urban Hawaiian farmhouse atmosphere was beautiful. The combination of brick and reclaimed wood, the open kitchen, lush plant wall, historic Chinatown setting, and abundance of natural light created such a unique and inviting ambiance. The bar's creative cocktails and artisanal flair were also a wonderful complement to our meal. A special thank you to our server, Christi S. Thank you for your warm, sweet, and generous recommendations and for providing such wonderful service. You were absolutely awesome and made our lunch even more enjoyable. We had a fantastic experience and will certainly remember the wonderful hospitality we received. Mahalo, Christi!

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    Fete - CHAZ BURGER* Local grass-fed beef, caramelized onions, cheddar cheese, vine-ripened tomatoes, butter lettuce, roasted garlic aioli

    CHAZ BURGER* Local grass-fed beef, caramelized onions, cheddar cheese, vine-ripened tomatoes, butter lettuce, roasted garlic aioli

    Fete - SWEET LAND FARM SALAD 12 month Gouda, chèvre crema, sweet crisp, verjus vinaigrette, onsen egg, local mushrooms, roasted poha, fine herbs

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    Livestock Tavern - Flambé bone marrow

    Livestock Tavern

    4.2(1.2k reviews)
    4.0 miDowntown
    $$$

    Im torn. I would love to gate keep this place but it deserves to be talked about more. I was lucky…read moreenough to get a reservation at 7:30 last minute for Mother's Day and that is hard to come by for special occasions. We were expecting good things due to other reviews and we were not disappointed. We loved the restaurant rustic vibe, the servers were on it, food came out in excellent time frames and the food itself.... Delicious! Not pictured was the ox tail Mac & cheese, lobster spinach artichoke dip and the cornbread which were bigger portions than we expected. I would even go back just for the black cherry soda. With that being said with seasonal menus I'm excited to go back to try other dishes and I Highly recommend this restaurant

    Gf wanted to go have the Smoked Prime, so a few of us had girls night dinner. Baby with us, so…read moreearly dinner and home early. Staff always so nice there. But food fell short this time... I was staaaarving so for me and baby I ordered: - Cornbread - I love their cornbread. This was my fave of all the dishes we had. - Bone Marrow - This was probably the biggest marrow I've had anywhere. Like choke marrow. Awesome. Alcohol didn't light on the whole plate so only had little bit and baby couldn't have any. Think no bourbon next time. Just sprinkle some salt and it would be perf. - Chopped - All kine goodies in this salad but the dressing was very "nothing." I added some garlic salt when I ate the leftovers and it kicked it up a notch. - Chicken Pappardelle - The pasta was terrible. So thick and doughy. Took away from the chicken which was okay. Ended up dumping the leftover pasta...which was pretty much the whole thing. - Oxtail Mac & Cheese - This was more like an Oxtail Helper (like Hamburger Helper). Very not cheesey. Baby ate some but think she wanted more cheese. Tasted better the next day. Friends had the Prime. The temp on each was given to the wrong person, which needed to be right since 1 person didn't get the roasted pot. The medium-rare one was cold. Like COLD. Strange. Overall think they fell a little short on the food. Some things GREAT, some thing the opposite, so balanced out. Will I go back? Of course, but now I know what not to get.

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    Local Joe - Breakfast croissant & lox for us  Local Joe be there for us when we need a break from fluorescent light.

    Local Joe

    4.6(628 reviews)
    4.0 miDowntown
    $$

    Did my research to find Kona coffee for my upcoming visit to Vancouver, so I walked from home and…read moretook shelter in Local Joe's to cool off and order some 100% Kona Mauna Kea Estate coffee and have it ground. Liv was so delightful and clearly the right person for the job so I knew I was in the right place. In the meantime I ordered an iced coffee (which was delicious!!!!) and sat down and watched folks come and go. This is clearly a popular local coffee and snack shop so I will keep this place in mind since it's locally owned and operated and their decaf is processed via osmosis, not chemicals. That's a big plus.

    A small little coffee shop located in downtown. There are a few tables outside to enjoy your…read morecoffee. I've stopped by twice so far and each time, I've been greeted with friendly service. The tables are usually taken so I just take my drink to go. I ordered a strawberry matcha drink on my first visit and a French Toast latte on my second visit. The second time I went, they didn't know how to make my drink so the girl had to read the ingredients that were listed on their own menu posted on the counter for customers. Maybe hardly anyone orders it or she was new and learning? It did take a while for me to get my coffee. The waiting area is quite small so there wasn't much room for me to go anywhere. Overall, the drinks have been good with a variety of seasonal drinks and specials as well. I'll probably return for my coffee fix as it seems to be one of the few coffee shops in the area open on Sundays. Happy Drinking!

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    Scratch Kitchen - Amazing seeing Brian and the crew in frenzied action!

    Scratch Kitchen

    4.0(2.2k reviews)
    2.5 miAla Moana
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    I had the chance to dine at Scratch Kitchen in Kapolei back in 2024 for a special Mother's Day…read morelunch with my youngest daughter. I'd never been to their other locations, so this was my first experience -- and honestly, it left an impression. That spot in Kapolei has seen a few restaurants come and go over the years. Before Scratch Kitchen, there was Sugar Cane, and if I reach far enough back, I'm pretty sure a Mexican restaurant lived there too. It's one of those spaces where you hope the next place finally sticks. But the food at Scratch Kitchen? Absolutely delicious. The kind of meal where the pictures alone make your mouth water. If "smell‑a‑vision" or "lick‑your‑screen" technology existed, everyone would understand exactly what I mean. Every dish was full of flavor, beautifully done, and perfect for a Mother's Day treat. Which is why I can't help but wonder what happened -- like so many restaurants before them in that same location. With food that good, you'd hope they'd be the ones to break the cycle. All in all, I'm grateful I got to enjoy that meal with my daughter. It was memorable, delicious, and one of those small moments you hold onto. Marie

    Stopped by Scratch Kitchen in Honolulu for brunch, and honestly, I'm surprised it wasn't packed. We…read morewent mid-morning on a weekday and the place was nearly empty--not sure if it was just good timing or an underrated gem. Either way, it made for a super relaxed experience with no wait and plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the food. Loved: The street tacos with the tempura shrimp were easily the star of the meal. 100% worth it. Light, crispy shrimp with a flavorful slaw and just the right amount of heat--basically a flavor party in every bite. The burger was another quiet star. Juicy patties, nicely seasoned, and stacked just right. Nothing super flashy, but really satisfying. Definitely a good pick if you're not in the mood for brunchy stuff. The Miss: Tried the French toast and... meh. It looked great on the plate but tasted dry and definitely didn't live up to the level of the other dishes. Might've just been an off day or a matter of personal taste, but I'd skip it next time.

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    Nami Kaze - Dining area

    Nami Kaze

    4.5(801 reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$

    It was so sad this business is closing down by Oct 31st. With rising food costs, inflation and…read morestaffing, it's understandable but I wish best endeavors for Chef Jason Peel and his staff. My fiance won a gift card actually 2 of them (from his coworker whom could not get a reservation secured), we knew we had to make the trip over before they officially close. We had multiple dishes, but staff made Kauai prawns and tomato miso black cod dishes on the house since they ran out the Hokkaido scallops. We ordered the short ribs, lobster appetizer, hamachi crudo and lastly sashimi moriawase to finish food palate. Lukki lemon dessert was great way to end to night. Ordered the Milk tea bouquet cocktail while my better half had water ( either way the food coma knock him out cold the rest of the night lol). To be honest, it was difficult to determine which dish was the best because the staff kept quality there despite it being busy every night since they announce the closure. Sashimi moriawase, fish was so fresh, reminded me of my time spent in Hokkaido and Sapporo. Short ribs was soft and rich in flavor. Both me and my fiance liked the lukki lemon dessert, like lemon meringue pie but broken down version. If you have a chance to dine here before closing and got a reservation, definitely will have a lovely dining experience and your stomach will be full by end of the night.

    Husband and I tried Nami Kaze in our recent trip to Hawaii. This place is huge! I was so glad to be…read moreseated in the side room because I found it to be a lot calmer, less people and no TV. The staff were friendly and very helpful with giving us recommendations. We ordered 3 appetizers and 2 entrees, and honestly it was too much food for us. We had leftovers for breakfast the next day! - For appetizers we got: Ulu Tots, Japanese Eggplant, and Corn Beignets. The Corn Beignets was the best. - For entree we got: Tomato Miso Black Cod and the Short Rib. Both were delicious and worth a try. Sad to see that this restaurant appears to be closing.

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    Nami Kaze - Nami bento

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    Barefoot Beach Cafe - breakfast_brunch - Updated September 2026

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