Epic Places To Get Shaved Ice on Each Island in Hawaii

The only running I do is to chase the shave ice truck in Hawaii — Source : facebook

One of the best shaved ice places in Hawaii is Matsumoto's Shave Ice in Oahu. They charge $2.25 - $11 depending on the size of the order.

Usually, when we learn about classic Hawaiian cuisine, we hear Poke or Malasadas and Luau stew. But trust me when I say this, Hawaiian dishes are more than just a bowl of rice noodles and spam musubi.

There are hundreds of cuisine on the Island that are delightfully tasty, but the one that stands out the most is classic is the shaved ice.

Although it sounds like a regular concoction of ice and syrups, but the flavours in it will have you all sweet and refreshed in a mere moment.

Made of crushed ice, sugar and fruit-based syrups, shave ice isn't strictly Hawaiian. It was first introduced on the island during the plantation era by Japanese workers.

From the early days, people loved the ice desert and today, experiencing the ice dessert is one of the fun things to do in Hawaii.

The prominent delicacy of the island, shaved ice is found in every nooks and crannies of the island.

Have you ever wondered about the process of making the icy delicacy??

If yes, the process is really simple. To make the desert, all you need is super fine crushed ice that almost resembles snow. Then, shape it into a ball and decorate it with your desired syrup.

But if you are experimental, try it over a scoop of ice cream, toasted coconut, condensed milk, or Li Hing Mui powder.

Best Shave Ice On Oahu

As mentioned above, the best place to eat shave ice on the island of Oahu is at Matsumoto's. Located at Haleiwa Store Lots, fans line up at this local institution in order to taste the combos and exotic flavours they have to offer.

Hot days call for snowy fun!! — Source : instagram

In addition to Matsumoto's, there are several places in Oahu that serves the mighty snow cones. They are as follows

Waiola Shave Ice- Address: 2135 Waiola St, Honolulu, HI 96826
Uncle Clay’s House of Pure Aloha- Address: 820 W Hind Dr #116, Honolulu, HI 96821
Island Vintage Shave Ice-Address: 2201 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Shimazu Store- Address: 330 N School St, Honolulu, HI 96817
Lahaina Shave Ice- Address: 247 Beach Walk Ste 100, Honolulu, HI 96815
Aoki’s Shave Ice-Address: 66-082 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
Island Snow Cafe- Address: 130 Kailua Rd, Kailua, Oahu, HI 96734-3420
Monsarrat Shave Ice-Address: 3046 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Kaimana Shave Ice-Address: 66519 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712

Side Note: While in Oahu Do not forget to try the famous underwater activities. Click on the link to learn more about the newly introduced underwater scooter and more.

Best Shaved Ice in Maui

Maui, the second largest Hawaiian island is also known as “The Valley Isle,”. Not only Maui is famous for its beaches but is also known for shaved ice,
migrating humpback whales and sunrise/sunset.

While travelling the famous Road To Hana, you’ll find a shop called Halfway To Hana just after mile marker 17. In addition to classic Hawaiian shave ice, this little shop on the highway is famous for homemade banana bread, fresh fruits, and drinks.

Besides, there is Surfing Monkey Shave Ice in both Wailea and Kihei which not only sells the shave ice but also sells ice cream, and root beer float.

When in Maui, stop by Surfing Monkey Hawaiian Shave Ice to experience the authencity of the desert. — Source : facebook

Like Oahu, there are several places on the island that serve the icy dessert with various concoctions of syrups and toppings. Following is the list of places where you can enjoy the desert in Maui

Ululani’s Shave Ice- Kahului, Maui 333 Dairy Rd. Kahului, HI 96753
Surfing Monkey Hawaiian Shave Ice- 1881 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753, United States
Tobi’s Shave Ice- 137 Hana Hwy, Paia, HI 96779, United States
Rustbuckets Maui- 5 Hana Hwy, Hana, Hawaii
Maui Mike’s Beach House- 126 Hinau St, Lahaina, HI 96761, United States
Breakwall Shave Ice- 658 Front St #104, Lahaina, HI 96761, United States
Gus’ Hawaiian Shave Ice- 75 Alanui Ke'ali'i, Kihei, HI 96753, United States
Peace Love Shave Ice- 1280 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753, United States
Beach Street Maui- 2439 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753, United States

Best Shave Ice on The Big Island

Big Island is the third largest island in Polynesia, the island has vast transparent blue waters, spectacular beaches, hidden natural reserves and an abundance of things to do.

Besides watching landmarks, feeding manta rays and hiking, there is something else that is as popular as feeding the manta rays and that is eating shaved ice on the beach.

Time to get flavoured with a few snowy desert at the Gecko girls — Source : instagram

Among various other things, tasting Hawaii shaved ice Kona is comforting and highly recommended. Its price starts from $2 and can be found on stalls, shops or trucks.

Here is the list of places with shaved ice on the Big Island

OBISIC- 250 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, HI 96738
Kula Shave Ice- 57 Mamo St, Hilo, HI 96720
Kiloa Gifts- 82-6039 Napoopoo Rd, Captain Cook, HI 96704
Scandinavian Shave Ice- 75-5699 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
One Aloha- 75-5711 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Gecko Girls- Coconut Grove Marketplace, 75-5809 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Shave Ice Places in Kauai

Generally, Kauai is known for poke, Huli Huli chicken, poi, and loco moco. But if you talk about sweet dishes, the most prominent dish on the island is Haupia & shaved ice.

Whether it is Maui, Oahu or any other island of the Aloha state, shaved ice is the foremost choice of the vacationist and also the locals. The desert is found everywhere possible in the area.

From Cherry, Grape, Blue Raspberry, Tiger's Blood, Lemon-Lime, & Pina Colada, these syrup flavours are loved by all.

Bride & Groom enjoying the fresh bowl of shave ice in their reception — Source : instagram

Are you in Kauai and looking for a place to enjoy the snowy deliciousness?? Here is the list of places, you can find the desert in Kauai

The Fresh Shave (Koloa)
Wailua Shave Ice (Kapaa)
Wishing Well (Hanalei)
Jojo’s (Hanalei)
Waikomo Shave Ice (Poipu)
Sunrise Shave Ice (Princeville)
Hee Fat Geberal Store (Old Kapa'a Town)
Skinny Mike’s Ice Cream & Shave Ice (Lihue)
Waikomo Shave Ice (Poipu)

Best Shaved Ice In Lanai

When you’re heading to Kauai in summer, one of the best ways to beat the heat is with a heaping lot of shave ice. It is refreshing, cooling, and delicious, which will satisfy your core and hit you right on the spot.

However, not all places can justify the right texture and flavour of the snowy deliciousness. For a perfect texture, you need fluffy ice, unique flavour combinations, toppings, and natural syrups that can add that kick to your shave ice experience.

Have you tried passion orange flavoured shave ice at The Plantation Deli yet — Source : facebook

So where do you get the best shave ice on Kauai? We have you covered with these places you can find around the island.

Shave Ice In Lanai is found at

No Ka 'Oi Grindz Lana'i
Island Cream Co
Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice
Big Wave Shave Ice Company
Homestead Shave Ice