so delicious! we have been to two out of the three locations and both were quick and the staff were…read moreso nice. get the poi bowl you won't regret it

Let me set the scene: it was raining, around 3 PM, and I was craving shaved ice. I'd been on the…read moreisland for three days and hadn't had the chance yet, so when our tour guide recommended Kula Shave Ice, we decided to give it a try. I was a little disappointed that there weren't many flavor options, but I did appreciate the portion sizes--and they do have condensed milk, which is always a plus. I ordered coconut and strawberry, and my sister went with strawberry. The presentation was beautiful, but I noticed the syrup was very light. I think I'm used to the thicker, sweeter syrups some places use, which makes the flavors more vibrant. This felt more like a lighter, juice-style shaved ice. That's not a bad thing at all--it just wasn't what I was craving, and it didn't quite hit the spot for either of us. That said, this review isn't meant to knock the business at all. I definitely recommend trying it for yourself and ordering what you like. I may have ordered the wrong flavors and probably should've gone with one of their specials (the lava flow sounds like the move). The staff was fantastic, the location was extremely clean, and they even have a small shop, which was a nice touch. Overall, it was a good experience--just not quite my personal preference flavor-wise. I wish this business nothing but continued success

If you are headed to 'Akaka falls, Mr. Eds is a must stop on your way there or back. This bakery…read moreoffers some delicious, homemade baked goods and even better service. Mr. Ed himself helped my husband and I decide on many pastries to try and none of them disappointed! I only snapped a photo of one, as the others we'd eaten before I even thought to take photos. They were too good to wait! While getting our pastries, Mr. Ed was also kind enough to share some of his story and it was wonderful to hear directly from the shop owner why he is there and his love for the island and the town. The shop is cozy and feels family ran so it was just a lovely stop on the big island for not only delicious baked treats, but wonderful company as well.

Rolled through town and decided to stop and check the place out. Cute store with lots of baked…read moregoods. We ended up trying a bunch of the preserves and mustards and grabbed 2 jars to bring back home to the mainland. The little street is the tourist version of what smalltown Hawaii could be. Not that I am complaining.

After stopping by the Farmer's Market across the street, my wife and I walked over to Kula Shave…read moreIce for some shaved ice. As a disclaimer, I'm not the biggest fan of shaved ice because of how sweet the dessert tends to be, and because more often than not, there are a bunch of artificial colors used in the fruit juices. When we looked at the menu, I was impressed and excited to see the emphasis on quality of their ingredients: no artificial flavors or colors, no aspartame, no high fructose corn syrup, and no preservatives. I was sold. Although we were tempted to create our own shaved ice, we ultimately went with "The Local", a soursop and liliko'i combo topped with haupia cream. Between the two flavors, I enjoyed the sour sop side a bit more since it was the one that was less sweet. The cream on top was absolutely delicious, and reminded me of the light and airy frothed milk cream you find on many boba drinks these days. There's a generous amount ladled on top, ensuring you can have some in every bite without having to carefully ration out the cream. Overall, I'm a fan of Kula Shave Ice. Definitely a great dessert to enjoy on a hot day. Worth checking out if you're ever in Hilo.

Wow!!! This place serves awesome shaved ice! You order at the counter. They do not have an indoor…read morespace. You can sit outside on the various benches. We went on a Saturday afternoon after visiting the Hilo Saturday Market. We ordered the Kula Rainbow $12. 10/10 It was delicious. There are public restrooms next door and there is free parking nearby about one block south off on Ponahawai St and Punahoa St. You can also look for street parking. I would definitely return.

Good selection of snacks, local goods, and a great menu with hot sandwhiches, salads, and sidesread more

Wife had the Caprese and I tried the Cubano. Very tasty. Comfortable outdoor seating. Will…read moredefinitely return to try the other items on the menu.

Best bang for your buck. The shaved ice here is HUGE!! We couldn't even finish it…read more Lots of shaved ice flavors and ice cream flavors. HAPPY ICEING!!

After snorkeling with turtles, a sweet treat before driving back to Waikoloa was necessary. Da…read moreHawaiian Brain Freeze was worth the wait. It took about 15 or so minutes to get three halo halos, but the flavor, and love thats put in them was delicious! Thankfully, after being in the hot sun there was AC in there as well as seating.

New owners just took over and they are the best! So kind and friendly! One of the best Açaí…read morebowls I've had! So fresh and delicious!!! Highly, highly recommend!!! You will not be disappointed!!!

Ice cream was great as expected which this place is known for. I prefer the ube one…read more The staff was really nice and she helped adjust a coffee that we ordered. I'd recommend getting coffee elsewhere- the cold brew is a bit watered down. Small seating inside but super close to other stores so a great stop after a meal!

I ordered a keiki with lilikoi and coconut and was underwhelmed by the shave ice. The shave ice…read moregrain was similar to mainland snow cones and the flavors were overly saccharine. The proportions are large and served in a small paper cones and there is no spots to sit in and enjoy.

I try to visit Wilson's every time I'm back home. This time I was with my wife and we made a pit…read morestop before dinner at Cafe Pesto lol My wife wasn't familiar with the different add-ons they offered but the owner took the time to explain everything on the menu. We ordered the biggest size on the menu which Included azuki beans & ice cream. We then topped it off with Lychee and Passion Fruit. Absolutely delicious! A hui hou

Tried Original Big Island Shave Ice Co. and the flavors definitely lived up to the hype -- the…read moreshave ice was super refreshing and the ice cream was delicious. That said, a couple of downsides took away from the experience. They're only open from 11am to 6:30pm, which feels pretty limited, especially when you're on vacation and trying to fit everything in. Also, be prepared for a wait. The line was wrapped around the corner, and there's only one cashier taking orders. After ordering, you have to move to the side and wait again -- it took about another 15 minutes to actually get our ice cream. Overall, great taste, but the long wait and limited hours make it a bit harder to justify.

This is a really good spot for a refreshing treat, especially after a long day at the beach! I've…read morecome here often, but my review will be solely based on this trip. The ice is incredibly smooth - it's not like other shaved ice that comes in frozen chunks, it's as soft as snow. The flavors were delicious, but my only critique was the ratio of flavors. I got a bowl with mango, lychee, and orange, but there was lots of orange and very little mango, which was a shame because mango was my favorite.

By far the best price in Hilo for shave ice…read more Staff was really friendly and patient with my 3 little kids. A great place for a break right before merrie monarch~!

BEST PRICE AROUND! You can't beat the price. 4$ for a huge…read moreregular. It's insanely huge. 3$ for half size and maybe that's the best way to go. The regular was a chore to eat alone - def recommend for 2. ADD MORE FLAVOR! They have a bar where you can add more flavor - you'll need it because the thing is so huge! SERVICE IS GREAT Friendly and fast. AMBIANCE Clean and welcoming - eat it outside on the bench and enjoy the weather :)

Searching for a spot before visiting the botanical garden we saw this place. Glad we did. The…read moreservice was friendly. Cubano is outstanding, so fresh and flavorful. Get the ulu Mac salad. Tacos were best when you add some of their homemade chili water. Not too hot, just the right flavor. And the Pickles. the pickles, pickles, pickles. Not sweet not dill. Just the right blend. We ordered extra We washed it all down with i'ilokoi iced tea. Some other reviewer said it was the best meal they had on the island and we agree.

Made a pit stop at this little gem! All the sandwiches were amazing and the tacos were also great!…read more The kitchen was located inside a little store that sold beverages, snacks, and little gift shop trinkets. We got the food to-go and ate outside at the picnic tables. We got to eat in the company of the local stray cats! We would absolutely come back here!