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Barefoot Beach Cafe

3.9 (1.4k reviews)
Closed 8:00 am - 8:30 pm

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Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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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.

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.

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B T.

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.

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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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!

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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!

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.

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!

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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.

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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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Leanne L.

We've been coming back to barefoot beach cafe for years. Always busy but not too crowded. Great spot to grab lunch by the ocean.

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Rick H.

Great service table service that is friendly service great atmosphere nice breeze, even though it's a little bit humid, but that's fine and they have some delicious drinks .

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sarah

Aloha! Very delicious food here. I went to grab togo lunch for me and my husband. The line is long at lunch time, but worth it! Their spicy poke is delicious. When they are in a rush, make sure you are loud and clear because it can get loud and noisy fast. The view of the water right beside you is beautiful as well. Mahalo

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The food was so good & fairly priced. Right in front of the beach too. Definitely a good food place option.

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Amazing food, Ive been coming here for years & the vegan menu is very impressive!

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Horrible service. Made me change my order 5 times and then came with the wrong food. Horrible experience will never come back

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Do they offer sourdough bread yet?

Do they have a sourdough bread option?

How late is breakfast served?

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… Read more

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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4.1
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4.4
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Food truck "court" including the angry shrimp!
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