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    The Beach Bar

    4.0 (699 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American
    Open • 11:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Casual
    Touristy
    Moderate noise

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    Aperol spritz, Moana mai tai, virgin pina colada
    Stacey G.

    Awkward spill of an entire pina colada (not even our order) on my new leather designer purse colored my experience at Moana Surfrider. She apologized repeatedly and ended up giving us Kama'aina rate (that didn't cover the cost of my aperol spritz) was further disappointing. I had the Argentine steak frites, hubby had the burger, daughter had surfrider bowl. But hard to enjoy when my lap and purse were sticky. The other put off was a large man seated at the best table in the restaurant (on the corner next to the beach) with his own liquor and food and family on the beach freely enjoying all the shade, table, and restaurant perks. Surprised no one from this well reputed hotel/restaurant stepped up to intervene.

    Pupu platter
    Joyce Y.

    Micah! Thanks for your great customer service. This restaurant sits right in front of the ocean and its first come, first serve, so plan accordingly. This restaurant is inside the Moana Surfrider in Waikiki. The food was delicious (especially the appetizer platter with a bunch of things, including edamame and the BEST wings). I gotta say my shrimp and rice was kind of bland?? But I just added some wings sauce to it.

    Lanikai Breeze
    Sheila A.

    Ordered their burger at pool bar area. It was quite delicious and included not just the juicy beef burger but also pipikaula slices and a special sauce. It is a bit messy to eat because of how juicy the burger is, but they give you multiple wet wipes to clean your hands so don't let the messiness description deter you from ordering this. It comes with french fries that are also quite tasty. Couldn't finish both the burger and fries so I took the fries home and they were still delicious as leftovers. We were there for the Fourth of July weekend meaning it was very busy, but the wait staff were really on it. The environment was a combination of busy and yet relaxing. Lots of people because of the holiday but it easy to relax in such a nice beach environment at such a beautiful Hotel.

    Catch of the day
    Nancy T.

    This place surprised us in the best way possible! I normally don't have high hopes for hotel restaurants, but the food is on point here and not overly heavy. We ordered the catch of the day and the steak frites. Highly recommend both! The kids menu is a bit pricey at $20 an entree, but the portions are huge, so you can definitely have them share. Overall, pricing is on par with what you would likely expect at a more casual hotel restaurant, as we spent a little over $100 for two entrees plus a kids meal. We really enjoyed sitting by the ocean, taking in the island breeze and listening to the live music. Our server was also great. The only downside is this area is all self-seating, so be prepared to wait as you scout out a table.

    Catch of the day
    Thuy Dan T.

    You do come here for the view which at sunset is unreal! The staff was also super friendly too despite it being packed during the sunset time. The hotel is beautiful as well! The food was just so/so. The catch of the day was a little dry and the salad on paper sounded excited but was sort of one note. Hotel prices in comparison to food taste make it not so desirable but I think a lot of people come here for drinks so I would probably opt for that next time!

    Outside
    Brigitte M.

    Ask for the ube pina colada (or chichis if you prefer vodka)... Got these on a previous trip, and they continue to not disappoint. What was even better was because we were staying at the Sheraton, we had $150 in credit to use on these. So good. Fresh and not overly sweet ube flavor. One of my favorite cocktails on island. Staff and ambiance on the beach are great.

    Toby B.

    Every time we go to Honolulu, this is a must stop for us. It's outside the Moana surf Rider hotel and you can't beat the view of Waikiki Beach. It's literally right at the edge of the sand. The food is a little pricey, but you expect that in Hawaii. That said, they've got a well rounded menu, but truthfully, we're going for the location, not the food. If you go towards the evening, they typically have live music and you do not have to be a guest at the hotel to enjoy it. This little area on Waikiki Beach is one of our favorites. Enjoy!

    Garlic fries
    Winston S.

    I haven't sat at the bar in 18 years, with some buddies. I was hanging out here in 2005 a lot. I had a virgin pina colada and garlic fries. The fries were so plentiful and I was already full before I sat down. I just wanted to support the bar and have more than just a pina colada. Atmosphere is always so nice here. It seems like the dream job. There were just a fee other patrons and setvice was prompt. I just wish they didn't use faucet sink water to fill up my water glass. Seems funky.

    Drinks at sunset
    Diane W.

    Great setting if you can get a table. Most were reserved although empty for a few hours. Our server was excellent the night we were there; ordered several drinks, an app and eventually an entree. Drinks good too. Beautiful banyon tree...

    Drink menu April 2026
    Erica L.

    Our group stopped for a drink right after sunset. It was busy so we got a table away from the views. I'd recommend this stop for a beer and enjoy the views and live music if you can find a good spot.

    Melissa P.

    Lovely spot to hang out for a drink or meal and watch the surfers on Waikiki beach. Service was super friendly and helpful, you can order at the bar or have the option of table service at any seat. Pina colada and lava flow were both very good, nice blended cold drink on a warm island afternoon.

    Entrance and my beauty girl
    Erin T.

    Pro's: Contrary to most Yelp reviews about the food that I read prior to dining here, I really enjoyed my "Surfrider Burger". I added avocado for the thrill of it. My daughter's Caesar salad was crisp and drenched in dressing just how we like it! Very satisfying meal after swimming and snorkeling with the sea turtles!! The beach view is quite the vibe and this is an awesome place to dine while here in Waikiki! Con's: It was busy, so service was spotty, nice waiter but I felt as if I was always looking for him in the daylight with a flashlight. It would have been a nicer lunch if he was more attentive, instead of cleaning off all the tables! And one last critique-they should improve the lemonade cause it was watery and not as refreshing as I hoped for

    Mindy P.

    5 Atmosphere and view 5 service 4 food and drinks 3 prices (but worth the price if you can pay it to hang out and watch the surfers and listen to the waves) I'm staying here at the Moana Surfrider so it's easy to park it in the bar and enjoy the environment, even at a premium. I got the nutty espresso martini, which is not as sweet as I was afraid it would be. I also had a hankering for garlic fries, which--holy moly--it's a truck full!

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    Ask the Community - The Beach Bar

    Is there parking at the beach bar?

    There is parking available at the Beach House.

    Can you smoke a cigar outside while listening to music?

    No smoking on property

    What days/times is there live music?

    I think the music starts at 5. We went about 4:30 and got a table

    Does this restaurant accept reservations?

    Aloha, Faith. Mahalo for asking, but currently, we're still at Open Seating for the Beach Bar. Reservations can be made for dinner at the Beachhouse at the Moana, though - via OpenTable or by calling 808.921.4600. Mahalo!

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