Alexa, play “Dance the Night” by Dua Lipa.
The traveling Malibu Barbie Cafe has rolled into San Diego, setting up shop at 2137 Pacific Hwy. in downtown’s Embarcadero through Sunday, Oct. 12.
We checked out the pop-up experience hosted by Bucket Listers and Mattel, Inc. — here’s what you need to know before you go. Come on Barbie, let’s go party:
- The cafe has taken over Bayside Kitchen + Bar at the Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside hotel — you can’t miss the cute pink signs. It’s open Wednesday-Sunday, but times vary.
- For a fee, you can valet park at the hotel. You could also find nearby parking via Spot Hero.
- Inside, the Barbiecore vibes are real. Think: Pink decor, 1970s Malibu Barbie beach motifs, cute photo opportunities including a life-size, walk-in Barbie Box, and a huge boombox.
- Outside, it’s a beach party. Take pics on the swing and lifeguard chair and roll over to the skating rink. Skating costs $1, and all proceeds go to the nonprofit, Girls Inc. Pro tip: Sign the skating waiver before hitting up the skate stand.
- As if that wasn’t Kenough — check out the themed menu curated by “Chopped” champion and “Master Chef” finalist Chef Becky Brown, which features fast-casual bites like burgers and desserts.
- The drink menu features themed cocktails like the Beach Mojito and Think Pink Margarita.
- There’s a tiny shop near the entrance featuring exclusive cafe merch like T-Shirts, hats, and, of course, Barbie dolls.
- Tickets start at $25 and include a 90-minute seating, $10 food credit, and $5 merch credit.
- Pro tip: It’s OK to wear flats.
This, this is what we were made for — see you there, San Diego.
