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Step into a pink paradise at the Malibu Barbie Café 🩷🌸

A look at The Malibu Barbie Café (The Malibu Barbie Café)

Welcome to the new Malibu Barbie Café, where every corner is an Instagrammable pink paradise straight out of your dollhouse dreams!

This immersive pop-up experience, inspired by the iconic 1970s Malibu Barbie, will run from mid-August through mid-October at Junction HTX on Washington Avenue. The experience combines a vibrant, retro-themed dining atmosphere with a roller rink, offering visitors a nostalgic trip back to Barbie’s groovy California roots.

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Organized by Bucket Listers in collaboration with Mattel, this café promises a unique blend of fashion, food, and fun.

The café will feature a fast-casual menu crafted by Chef Becky Brown, a Master Chef finalist, with all-day friendly fare and delectable desserts, along with exclusive Barbie merchandise.

Visitors can also enjoy a variety of activities, including $1 roller skate rentals, with proceeds going to Girls Inc. of Houston. Special events like Cupcake Decorating Classes and 21+ Skate Nights will also be offered, making it a destination for all ages.

Take a look inside the new pop-up below!

A look at The Malibu Barbie Café (The Malibu Barbie Café)
A look at The Malibu Barbie Café (The Malibu Barbie Café)
A look at The Malibu Barbie Café (The Malibu Barbie Café)
A look at The Malibu Barbie Café (The Malibu Barbie Café)
A look at The Malibu Barbie Café (The Malibu Barbie Café)
A look at the The Malibu Barbie Café (The Malibu Barbie Café)

What you need to know

  • For the adults, don’t miss 21+ pink roller discos on Saturday nights.
  • Roller skate for just $1, with all proceeds benefiting Girls Inc., an organization dedicated to empowering young girls in Houston.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times, and while walk-ins aren’t allowed, purchasing your tickets in advance guarantees you won’t miss out.
  • Parties up to six can be seated together, making it perfect for group outings.
  • Gratuity is not included in the ticket price, so a 20% gratuity will be charged at the end of your visit
  • All sales are final with no refunds or exchanges, so plan your visit wisely.
  • Add yourself to the waitlist to get early access to tickets before they go public.

About the Author

Holly joined the KPRC 2 digital team in March 2024, leveraging her eight years of expertise in blogging and digital content to share her passion for Houston. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the city's vibrant scenes, all while balancing her roles as a wife and mother to two toddlers.

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