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Barefoot Snack Shack

4.2(25 community reviews)
Budget ($)

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Discover Barefoot Snack Shack, offering the best Hawaiian experience in Waikiki. Enjoy Budget ($) meals, explore their menu, and read reviews from the community on TasteHi.

Island Flavors at Barefoot Snack Shack

Located right in the heart of Honolulu’s vibrant beach scene, Barefoot Snack Shack is the go-to spot for locals looking to trade formal dining for sand-between-the-toes comfort. This isn't a place for white tablecloths; it is where the salty breeze meets the grill, offering an unpretentious escape for surfers and tourists needing a quick, savory recharge.

Fresh Coastal Fare

The menu leans heavily into Hawaii's favorite staples. You will find that the garlic shrimp plates here are a local highlight, often served with a generous scoop of mac salad and steamed rice. The sizzle of the flat-top grill acts as the restaurant’s soundtrack, competing only with the distant roar of the Pacific surf. The aroma of caramelized garlic and charred pineapple hangs thick in the air, signaling exactly what you came here for: fuel that tastes like a vacation.

Know Before You Go

While the food is quick, keep in mind that space is limited. During the mid-afternoon peak, finding a spot to sit can be a bit of a sport itself, as the shaded benches fill up fast with people shaking off the sun. If you have a group, it is often easier to grab your take-out containers and head straight to the nearby seawall. The shack operates on 'island time,' meaning if there is a line, just take in the view—the food is consistently worth the wait.

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Barefoot Snack Shack - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Barefoot Snack Shack - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Barefoot Snack Shack - Honolulu Restaurant Image
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Location

2055 Kalia Rd Hale Koa Hotel, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815-1948

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Reviews

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Matthew GarciaGoogle Maps

Recently

All about the location. Great vibes, comfy and quiet considering it’s mostly military. Prices are standard and tough if you aren’t military. Hotel is like a campus, fun to explore. Great spot to spend a few hours going between the beach and the bar.

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Brent NewmanGoogle Maps

Recently

Always a delight. Today was a quick bevy with an amazing view. Previous visits have been for sunset drinks. The atmosphere, live music, and sunset views are worth the trip.

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Yerie HanGoogle Maps

Recently

Looking at waikiki beach and drinking your first mai tai on your arrival to Hawaii, this is the place.

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fatboy 2kGoogle Maps

Recently

Finally an affordable Mai Tai! Great drinks great service we always come here when we're in Waikiki. No food served here so the Google food rating doesn't apply at the Barefoot bar. Drinks were 10.60 so I used the lower price

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Always HungryGoogle Maps

Recently

Best spot to enjoy sunset and/or fireworks every friday evening. Reasonable price food/snack and drinks. Great friendly service. Parking lot is available across the street (5min walk)

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Jimmy CamandonaGoogle Maps

Recently

Been coming here for years! Great bartender better drinks. Best view in Waikiki. Fantastic people watching

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Renée JGoogle Maps

Recently

Had 3 drinks here while waiting for dinner. Service was quick and the location is great, right on the beach. The blended drinks weren’t very strong but the mai tai made up for it. The mango flow was great and the pina colada tasted like they forgot the pineapple. Super pro-military menu and they played stadium country the entire 90 minutes we were there but it was better than anything at the Hilton village.

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Jess GunnGoogle Maps

Recently

This is a great outdoor spot to have some drinks right off the beach! We watched the sunset on the beach and then walked right in and it wasn't too busy (on a weekday at 6pm). Our server Josephine was lovely and very good at checking up on us. A little later on they had live music too, and it was a very relaxed and enjoyable vibe! My favourite drink was the Lava Flow! (FYI no food service though)

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ShaylahGoogle Maps

Recently

I loved this experience. The drinks were top-notch. They have military pricing. The food was super quick and very reasonably priced. The view while we ate was hard to beat. The atmosphere was so relaxing. The only thing is they won't validate parking while the VA is backed up 6 months so my boyfriend with a Veteran Real ID doesn't have the proper registration they will accept here. You'd think they would be accommodating of vets here.

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Jennifer FedorchakGoogle Maps

Recently

Incredible Mai Tai! Definitely recommend for an afternoon break from the beach when you're craving a cocktail. If you want food, there's a little snack shop next door where you can buy food and bring it over.

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Yes, breakfast is available.

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