Hi Barbie! 💅✨
Just when we thought San Diego couldn’t get any more iconic, the Malibu Barbie Café is rolling into town — literally. This immersive pop-up restaurant and roller rink combo opens July 11 at the Bayside Kitchen and Bar, perfectly timed with the buzz of San Diego Comic-Con.
Fresh off viral success in New York, Chicago, Austin, and beyond, the café is a collaboration between Mattel and Bucket Listers — and it’s bringing a whole lot of pink, nostalgia, and good vibes to America's Finest City.
What to Expect:
🌴 A 1970s Malibu Dreamworld
From bright beachy décor to retro-glam photo ops (yes, you can pose inside a life-size Barbie doll box), the entire space channels that groovy vintage Barbie energy. Whether you’re five or fifty, the experience is pure magic.
🍔 Barbie-Approved Bites
Created by Master Chef finalist and Chopped Champion Becky Brown, the menu features Cali-inspired comfort food — think burgers, fries, cupcakes in Barbie boats, and Jarritos served in mini pink Corvettes. Yes please.
🛼 Barbie x Impala Roller Rink
Grab your skates! With a $1 donation (benefiting the American Red Cross' wildfire relief efforts), you can glide through a Barbie-themed skate zone — including 21+ skate nights for the grown-up dolls and Kens out there.
🎨 Special Events
Throughout the summer, look out for themed cupcake decorating classes, paint parties, and other surprises. Whether you’re planning a girls’ night, a family day, or a Comic-Con detour, this pop-up is a must-visit.
Need-to-Know:
- 📍 Location: Bayside Kitchen & Bar, 2137 Pacific Highway, San Diego
- 📆 Opens: July 11, 2025
- 🎟️ Tickets: $25 (kids under 2 are free!) — includes a 90-minute reservation and access to all the fun. Join the Bucket Listers waitlist to get notified when tickets go on sale June 11.
Why It Matters:
More than just a themed café, the Malibu Barbie pop-up is a celebration of one of fashion's most enduring icons and her message of empowerment, creativity, and self-expression. Plus, a portion of proceeds from the skate rink supports a good cause — making this a feel-good outing in more ways than one.
So whether you're a lifelong Barbie fan or just in it for the Insta-worthy vibes, one thing’s for sure: San Diego’s about to get a whole lot pinker. 💕🛼🍔
