Would you like to be lounging on the beach under an umbrella having a tropical cocktail while enjoying the gorgeous views and sound of the crashing waves? Barbados has many beautiful beaches bars where you can pick up a rum punch (or two), and something to eat.
Here are our picks for the best beach bars in Barbados:
The Tiki Bar – NEW
Located on Accra Beach on the South coast of the island is The Tiki Bar. During the day you can rent a chair and umbrella and collect “Tiki Cash” which is redeemable at the bar for food and drinks. While you are there you can try one of their many Tiki cocktails, as they have one for every letter of the alphabet. If you have children, the calm water in front of The Tiki Bar is prefect for them to swim and play.
Tiki cash is when you rent a chair and umbrella, you receive vouchers worth the amount of the rental (BBD $30) and then you can refund them at the bar and restaurant. Menu prices range from BBD $15 to BBD $40.
Carib Restaurant & Beach Bar
Carib Restaurant & Beach Bar is situated on the beautiful Worthing Beach otherwise known as Sandy Beach. This restaurant and beach bar boast views of the sandy white beach, and the aqua blue seas from either the lower or upper deck. When the tide is low and the reef is exposed, it looks like a lovely lagoon. Carib is great for families with young children, as the beach is broad and at low tide the water is very shallow. The menu is wonderful, the service pleasant and the entertainment lively.
Happy Hour: Monday to Saturday 5 PM to 7 PM; Sunday and any Barbados recognised holidays from 4 PM to 6 PM. Menu prices range from BBD $12 to $15 for Starters and BBD $16 to $50 for Mains. Beach chairs can be rented for about BBD $8 and umbrellas for BBD $10.
Copacabana Beach Bar
Copacabana Beach Bar & Grill is known for their Piña Coladas and Daiquiris. This beach bar is located on the outskirts of Bridgetown on Brownes Beach in Carlisle Bay. The beach is quite large, and goes on for what seems like miles. The sand is white, and the water perfectly calm. Beach chairs can be rented for BBD $10.
It’s perfect for swimming and you can even snorkel and see some of the ship wrecks in the bay. You can also rent chairs, umbrellas and kayaks. There is convenient parking, changing facilities and lockers, so hanging out at the Copacabana Beach Bar & Grill is hassle free. Copacabana offers barbeque chicken, fish, hotdogs, hamburgers, good ole Bajan food and a wide assortment of drinks. Menu prices range from BBD $10 to $35.
Sharkey’s Bar at The Boatyard
Located at The Boatyard also in Carlisle Bay, is this fun colourful bar. The bar is open from 9 am every day with happy hour being more than once! (11 AM to 12 OPM, 2 PM to 3 PM and 5 PM to 7 PM). You can pay for a day pass (BBD $40 ) that is redeemable at the bar/ restaurant and you will have access to beach chairs, umbrellas, ocean trampoline, rope swing, dive platform, washrooms and changing facilities. When visiting be sure to ask for the bar special — “Shark Bite”.
A Shark Bite is a tropical drink made of Blue Curacao, Grenadine, Spiced Rum, Light Rum and Sweet and Sour Mix. Menu prices for food range from BBD $15 for Starters to BBD $15 to $50 for Mains.
Weisers On The Bay
This Barbados beach bar is situated on the Spring Garden Highway on Brandon’s Beach. It’s a very laid back setting. You can relax and enjoy watching the sail boats and cruise liners moving in and out of the Harbour. This Barbados beach bar is also situated on a long stretch of perfectly white sandy beach. Weisers On The Bay has good food, charming staff and a vibrant atmosphere which is ever present in the orange and green colours that adorn this building. When you visit be sure to try their signature drink, the “Weisers Love Bird”.
A Weisers Love Bird is a drink made from Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Blue Curacao, and Pineapple juice. Menu prices range from BBD $10 to $40.
Ju-Ju’s Beach Bar
Ju-Ju’s is a small, laid-back beach bar right on one of the best West coast beaches. The beach is prefect for swimming or you can snorkel over the reef that is close to the shore. Sea turtles are often seen in this area. If you see the catamarans close by you know you are in luck, as the boat staff usually attract their attention by throwing out some “feed”! You can rent beach chairs to lounge and work on the tan, or if you prefer more exciting activities there is an array of water sports available. Ju -Ju’s is known for the best grilled fish and homemade fries in Barbados!
This charming Barbados beach bar is well tucked away and there are no signs hinting to its whereabouts. Located between Fairmont Royal Pavilion and the Lone Star, look for the lime house and sign for Dive Barbados (the Seventh Day Adventist Church is opposite) for a narrow passage with steps leading down to the beach. Food starts at BBD $20 and you can rent chairs and umbrellas from BBD $15 each.
Mullins Restaurant & Beach Bar
Mullins Restaurant & Beach Bar is located on Mullins Bay in St. Peter. There is a large bar and dining area under cover, with additional seating out on the wooden deck. Excellent beach and swimming area, with a good range of water sports. Beach chairs and umbrellas for hire. While at Mullins you may even run into a celebratory!
