Surprised at this great place right on the beach. Especially thankful for Janice who helped me order something special! Thanks, Janice! ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Johndoe87
Wow this place has really gone downhill. Used to be good. Nachos and chicken tenders were awful. Definitely better places around. Won't be coming back
Rodney G.
If you're lounging in Kuhio Beach in Waikiki Bay and in need of a snack it doesn't get much more convenient than Waikiki Beachside Bistro. Is the food a little overpriced? Sure, but you're likely in Hawaii on Vacation so go ahead and throw $20 at a Pineapple smoothie. It adds to vacation experience. The pulled pork nachos hit the spot. The pork was tender and juicy and the toppings really created rich flavor with each bite. The jalapeños were especially hot and provided a satisfying snap during each bite. Definitely try this spot if you're in the area.
M Caulfield
This is a shack by the beach with wood picnic tables -- not an upscale "bistro" you would expect across from the Hyatt Regency.
Sib I.
My bf and I got let off by the local trolley bus about a 100 feet away from this little hole in the wall place. We saw a few people with shaved ice and we were like...now that looks good. However we were both pretty hungry and we decided to actually order food. Something about this place just drew us in. I was super content with the customer service at the front window, the nice girl helped me pick out a meal for myself as I was uncertain what to eat. She recommended the burger and shrimp, however the burger caught my eyes with the onion ring. We waited about 10 minutes for our food and we were content with the aesthetics of the meal. Now...upon first bite we were pretty much blown away with any expectation we had for just a basic good meal. The pulled pork tacos were delicious. I'm not a fan of pork but my bf convinced me to have a bite and it was soooo flavorful and juicy. However, we both were obsessed with the burger. It was super juicy and perfectly cooked, I was left feeling jealous of the cooking skills of whoever grilled it. Definitely a good place to stop and get a meal and honestly pretty inexpensive compared to the local food joints :)
Cassidy S.
This place is awful! Way way way overpriced, with VERY small portions. We got the Beachside Bistro Luau Plate for $23, small soda and tea $14, we got 3 pieces of shrimp, the salmon is a tiny bowl of cold, chopped, raw salmon, with mostly onions and tomatoes, it's so disgusting and disappointing! Don't go here, I promise you'll regret it! Tiny piece of cold sweet potatoes, the rice was the best part...Luke warm and poorly made.
Karen P
Omg! The garlic fries are the best ever! Lightly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside with so much flavour with zesty garlic oil, parmesan cheese and rosemary aioli. These are the best fries I’ve ever had anywhere in my travels. Wow! I really didn’t expect to love them. I kept saying “omg! These are sooo good!”
Wilson L.
I had a great pineapple smoothie in a pineapple at Waikiki Beachside Bistro. Fast service and fairly decent food. Conveniently right on Waikiki Beach.
WilsonLin
I had a great pineapple smoothie in a pineapple at Waikiki Beachside Bistro. Fast service and fairly decent food. Conveniently right on Waikiki Beach.
Convenient spot right off the beach! Chicken Tacos on Special(not on main/regular menu) were a delicious hit - I would have come back again if it weren’t our last day! Crispy breaded chicken and the sriracha sauce isn’t spicy so let it flow!! (I got it on the side just in case bc I’m a spice wimp but it was amazing). Would def return and recommend!
Grace W.
Got some shaved ice here. It was a standard shaved ice. Wouldn't say anything was remarkable about it. The awesome thing is that this little shop is near the beach. They had plenty of outdoor seating that faced the ocean. You can enjoy your snack or meal and also enjoy the natural scenery.
Robert Schuppert-McDonald
This place is all about the atmosphere not the food. Our food was nothing special though would have been better if chicken and burger sandwiches with fries had been served hot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
Steven Schmidt
Horrible service, completely messed up the order (two times!) Food was not as described, ambiente typically fast food at the beach.
Awesome like a bit ocean Drive in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Surprised at this great place right on the beach. Especially thankful for Janice who helped me order something special! Thanks, Janice! ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow this place has really gone downhill. Used to be good. Nachos and chicken tenders were awful. Definitely better places around. Won't be coming back
If you're lounging in Kuhio Beach in Waikiki Bay and in need of a snack it doesn't get much more convenient than Waikiki Beachside Bistro. Is the food a little overpriced? Sure, but you're likely in Hawaii on Vacation so go ahead and throw $20 at a Pineapple smoothie. It adds to vacation experience. The pulled pork nachos hit the spot. The pork was tender and juicy and the toppings really created rich flavor with each bite. The jalapeños were especially hot and provided a satisfying snap during each bite. Definitely try this spot if you're in the area.
This is a shack by the beach with wood picnic tables -- not an upscale "bistro" you would expect across from the Hyatt Regency.
My bf and I got let off by the local trolley bus about a 100 feet away from this little hole in the wall place. We saw a few people with shaved ice and we were like...now that looks good. However we were both pretty hungry and we decided to actually order food. Something about this place just drew us in. I was super content with the customer service at the front window, the nice girl helped me pick out a meal for myself as I was uncertain what to eat. She recommended the burger and shrimp, however the burger caught my eyes with the onion ring. We waited about 10 minutes for our food and we were content with the aesthetics of the meal. Now...upon first bite we were pretty much blown away with any expectation we had for just a basic good meal. The pulled pork tacos were delicious. I'm not a fan of pork but my bf convinced me to have a bite and it was soooo flavorful and juicy. However, we both were obsessed with the burger. It was super juicy and perfectly cooked, I was left feeling jealous of the cooking skills of whoever grilled it. Definitely a good place to stop and get a meal and honestly pretty inexpensive compared to the local food joints :)
This place is awful! Way way way overpriced, with VERY small portions. We got the Beachside Bistro Luau Plate for $23, small soda and tea $14, we got 3 pieces of shrimp, the salmon is a tiny bowl of cold, chopped, raw salmon, with mostly onions and tomatoes, it's so disgusting and disappointing! Don't go here, I promise you'll regret it! Tiny piece of cold sweet potatoes, the rice was the best part...Luke warm and poorly made.
Omg! The garlic fries are the best ever! Lightly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside with so much flavour with zesty garlic oil, parmesan cheese and rosemary aioli. These are the best fries I’ve ever had anywhere in my travels. Wow! I really didn’t expect to love them. I kept saying “omg! These are sooo good!”
I had a great pineapple smoothie in a pineapple at Waikiki Beachside Bistro. Fast service and fairly decent food. Conveniently right on Waikiki Beach.
I had a great pineapple smoothie in a pineapple at Waikiki Beachside Bistro. Fast service and fairly decent food. Conveniently right on Waikiki Beach.
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Pro tip: Plantation Ice Tea - your welcome ;)
Convenient spot right off the beach! Chicken Tacos on Special(not on main/regular menu) were a delicious hit - I would have come back again if it weren’t our last day! Crispy breaded chicken and the sriracha sauce isn’t spicy so let it flow!! (I got it on the side just in case bc I’m a spice wimp but it was amazing). Would def return and recommend!
Got some shaved ice here. It was a standard shaved ice. Wouldn't say anything was remarkable about it. The awesome thing is that this little shop is near the beach. They had plenty of outdoor seating that faced the ocean. You can enjoy your snack or meal and also enjoy the natural scenery.
This place is all about the atmosphere not the food. Our food was nothing special though would have been better if chicken and burger sandwiches with fries had been served hot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
Horrible service, completely messed up the order (two times!) Food was not as described, ambiente typically fast food at the beach.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2