Paradise Cove Beach Café
Toes in the sand, ocean waves crashing, savor fresh seafood and pancakes at Malibu's premier beach café with unbeatable Pacific views and family-style feasts.
Paradise Cove Beach Café offers a quintessential Malibu beach dining experience right on the sand, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with ocean views. Enjoy crowd favorites like macadamia coconut pancakes, crispy calamari, fresh seafood, and tropical cocktails amid the sound of waves and sea breezes. Family-style portions, kids' menu, and takeout available make it ideal for all groups.
A brief summary to Paradise Cove Beach Café
- 28128 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, Central Malibu, California, 90265, US
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- Duration: 1 to 3 hours
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- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 8 am-9 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-9 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-9 pm
- Thursday 8 am-9 pm
- Friday 8 am-9 pm
- Saturday 8 am-9 pm
- Sunday 8 am-9 pm
Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Paradise Cove Beach Café.
- Arrive early for breakfast to snag prime sand seating; parking fee applies but validated with meal.
- Opt for family-style platters like Paella Paradise for groups; portions are massive and shareable.
- Watch for dolphins while sipping tropical cocktails; sunset dinners offer magical ambiance.
- Kids' menu includes ice cream dessert; highchairs available for easy family beach dining.
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Getting There
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Driving
From LA via PCH: 45-60 min, $10-15 parking fee validated with purchase; ample lot but fills weekends.
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Public Transit
Metro 534 bus to Malibu stop then 20-min walk or Uber, ~90 min total from Santa Monica, $5-10 fare.
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Rideshare
Uber/Lyft from LAX 45 min ($80-120), from LA 60-90 min ($100+ peak); drop-off at PCH entrance.
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Iconic Beachfront Dining
Nestled directly on Paradise Cove Beach along the Pacific Coast Highway, this café embodies the laid-back luxury of Malibu. Diners sink their toes into the sand while savoring meals with panoramic ocean vistas, where dolphins and whales occasionally surface. Open daily from 8 AM to 9 PM, it serves breakfast standouts like cinnamon French toast and macadamia nut pancakes, transitioning to hearty lunch and dinner fare.Breakfast Delights
Start your day with freshly squeezed juices and smoothies alongside signature dishes. Macadamia coconut pancakes arrive layered with coconut whipped cream, while lemon poppyseed pancakes feature fresh lemon curd and strawberries. Savory options include three-egg omelets like the Paradise Shrimp with mushrooms, onions, peppers, and Swiss cheese, or smoked lox with bagels, cream cheese, and capers. The Malibu Country Breakfast and chilaquiles round out a menu perfect for beach mornings.Lunch and Dinner Specialties
Lunch and dinner bring beachside indulgence with family-style platters and individual plates. Appetizers shine with crispy calamari, spicy Mexican-style corn on the cob, and iced seafood samplers piled with shrimp, crab legs, and ahi poke. Mains feature fresh swordfish grilled or blackened, sesame-seared ahi tuna, ginger teriyaki salmon, and old-fashioned fish 'n chips. Paella Paradise loads saffron rice with shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari, chicken, ribs, and sausage for sharing. Vegetarian-friendly spicy corn pasta and mixed grille seafood linguine cater to diverse tastes.Cocktails, Kids, and Takeout
Tropical cocktails like fresh fruit boba rum drinks, mojitos, and margaritas enhance the vibe. Kids enjoy chicken fingers, fish 'n chips, mac 'n cheese, and grilled cheese with fries and ice cream dessert. Paradise to Go allows grabbing tacos, beach burgers, or mega shrimp cocktails for picnics. Large portions suit groups, with gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options available.Practical Beachside Bliss
Parking costs extra but is validated; reservations recommended via OpenTable. Wheelchair accessible with highchairs for toddlers. The casual, breezy atmosphere welcomes families, couples, and solo diners seeking Malibu magic without pretense.Explore the best of what Paradise Cove Beach Café has to offer
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