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    Aloha Icelabs

    4.7 (60 reviews)
    Open 6:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Ube and Piña Colada with mochi
    Nick Q.

    We stumbled upon this after walking down an alley with a little market in it and I'm glad we did! The two ladies working were incredibly nice and had very quick service. Some unique flavors that I have never seen before including caffeinated syrup! Unfortunately, it was late when we found the spot so I got Ube and Piña Colada with mochi instead. Flavors were delicious and ice was fluffy. The mochi is a nice touch. I don't think there's anywhere to sit around their stand but we walked back to our Airbnb so no issue there! I would recommend starting at their side of the alley so you can eat and enjoy the market ambience at the same time.

    Blue Vanilla/Pina Colada/Lime with Condensed Milk
    Angelina L.

    My friend and I stumbled upon this food truck unexpectedly, and it actually made our day! It's at the end of some stalls selling souvenir items on Dukes Lane and on the outside of the Dukes Lane Food Hall. The lady running the truck was by herself but was so friendly and offered us samples of the different shaved ice flavors - which I had never experienced at a shaved ice place before! So, that was super helpful, and my friend and I ended up deciding on a small Blue Vanilla/Lime/Pina Colada with Condensed Milk and Mochi and a small Blue Vanilla/Cherry with Condensed Milk. I was really appreciative to try the Pina Colada flavor because it's one of my favorite flavors, but it can often come out tasting alcohol-like rather than coconut-y, which I don't prefer. These ices were DELICIOUS and super fairly priced for the portions we received! 10/10 recommend

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    Zach M.

    This business is located at the very end of the swap meet in the alley between the two buildings. It's so worth it. I've never had such an amazing shaved ice! It's so full of amazing flavor. Definitely redefined shaved ice for me haha. The two women working were so friendly and nice to talk to as well!

    Diamond Head
    Ryan C.

    I got the Diamond Head shaved ice with everything on it, it's aite. The shaved ice texture is like an in between of Matsumoto and Island Vintage so it's not so icy but not super soft (good or bad depending on your preference). The syrup was pretty sweet and there was plenty all over the ice (good or bad depending on your preference). Small scoop of vanilla ice cream under the ice (good or bad depending on your preference).

    Nathan Y.

    I got the rainbow shaved snow, and it had three flavors, being blue vanilla, strawberry, and lilikoi. Topped with condensed milk, mochi, and nata de coco, it's quite a lot of dessert! Underneath the shaved ice is vanilla ice cream, and I'd recommend sharing this with one other person. It was amazing, and my server made it quickly and to order!

    Kenny C.

    Great service fast delivery!! Kind friendly helpful. Yummy definitely recommend!! Clean and simple!!

    Kiki volcano
    noe g.

    Love the customer service and fast response, delicious shaved ice with ice cream on the bottom . Must try

    Build your own, mango and cherry shaved ice
    Natalya S.

    Delicious shaved ice and ice cream. We went back several days in a row because it was that good! My family and I tried many of the items and all were amazing. And the customer service was excellent. Definitely would recommend!

    Matcha Mori
    Vivian C.

    The location is an open air marketplace . ( next to international market) A little bit hard to find this place but we're here . Shaved ice alone doesn't feel like it would be a great dessert, but here they add some ice cream at the bottom and some mochi balls, and that makes it feel like a worthy treat. I ordered Matcha Mori and enjoyed it . Love the red beans add on so make it flavorful. The staff were friendly and made it with care . Not many places to seat , we all just keep walking around the market to enjoyed yummy dessert with so many things to looked at .

    Cathy S.

    This is right behind the Hyatt building as a part of the open air market. An unassuming storefront offering some amazing shave ice! There was only one guy working there trying his best to make all the shave ice to order - kudos to him! This makes the wait a little longer if you order after a bigger group (oops sorry!) but with the wait! They have a few combos you can choose from that include all the flavors and toppings and even a caffeinated one! Or you can make your own bowl small or large up to 2 flavors. I like they that don't drown your packed soft shave ice with syrup like Matsumoto's so it's feels light and hits the spot. Although it is slightly more pricier but we enjoyed our shave ice adventure on the last night in Oahu. Come support this local business and then browse the market!

    The hat they sell there
    Hristos K.

    Shaved ice is a popular treat in Hawaii, so I had to try it. The first time I had some, it was from a convenience store and had the feeling of getting gas station sushi, so I figured I had to try again from somewhere that looked like a more dedicated to the desert place. So we came here. Shaved ice alone doesn't feel like it would be a great dessert, but here they add some ice cream at the bottom and some mochi balls, and that makes it feel like a worthy treat. We even asked about these coins they sell at the counter, and the person in charge of the booth came out to demonstrate the other uses for them (other than just wearing it around your neck that is), so we ended up getting 2 of them, instead of just the one we were planning on. Then later we went back just to get one of the hats they sold there because the shaved ice was great but the service was even better. Not many places to sit around here, but shaved ice in a bowl is a dessert you can get and just keep walking around and browsing the market there. We have a few more days here in Hawaii so I feel we will be going back at least once.

    Talor G.

    Lack of flavor. Wasn't tasty at all. Just tasted watery. It's hidden in an alley so it was a little confusing to find at first.

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    Vincent N.

    Nice little stall in a shopping alleyway, awesome find here! From the menu, there's so much to choose from...we settled for the #1 Duke's Rainbow. So much flavor from the different syrup flavors - along with the mochi, jelly, & condensed milk that is also in the shave ice! Easily feeds 2 people Hidden gem, find this place and you'll be rewarded!

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    Shave ice was ok. Melted very quick, syrup is a bit too sweet and not a fan of those little mochi balls.

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    Been here over a dozen times over the years. Always consistently good and always at a great value.

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    4.4
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    If you're looking for a refreshing dessert that's not too sweet or heavy, you need to get yourself…read morea Korean Bingsu (shave ice) at Jejubing! The restaurant is located near the Ala Moana Food Court so you can get yourself a savory meal then head here right after. They have a nice selection of Korean Bingsu and Drinks but the Bingsu is what keeps everyone coming back. Don't let it's simple look fool you. The ice is super fine and creamy. You'll receive a small cup of Condensed Milk to drizzle throughout as you devour it. Make sure you don't drizzle it all at once. Popular flavors are Strawberry, Mango, Oreo and Injeolmi (roasted soybean powder) but I must say, the Mixed Berries is gonna be on my top choices from now on! I've tried watermelon too in times past and that's also a refreshing choice. The Bingsu includes slivered almonds and some whipped cream. They have a small size that could be good for 1-2 people but we got a large and it fed 4 of us ladies. Make sure you stop here before you leave Ala Moana and treat yourself!

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    4.5
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    The line is usually long. Ordering is through a kiosk so be sure you are not waiting on the pick up…read moreline. Heavenly Lilikoi - the syrups taste natural and and flavorful. The ice was really fine and melted instantly in the mouth. You can customize flavors and toppings. Perfect for a summer day!

    Island Vintage Shave Ice completely lived up to the hype and served one of the most memorable…read moredesserts I had in Hawaii. Located just outside the Royal Hawaiian Center, the shop almost always has a long line, but it moves surprisingly quickly thanks to the convenient self-order kiosks. Despite the steady stream of customers, the staff handled the crowd with impressive efficiency, and our order arrived sooner than expected. With its vibrant layers of color and fresh toppings, the shave ice created a breathtaking first impression. Better yet, it tasted every bit as incredible as it looked. **Hawaiian Rainbow: 5/5** The Hawaiian Rainbow was the perfect sweet treat on a blazing hot day. Layered with housemade coconut spirulina, strawberry, and mango syrups over incredibly soft shave ice, it offered a bright medley of tropical fruit flavors. The shave ice itself was exceptionally smooth and delicate, with a texture reminiscent of fluffy snow that dissolved almost instantly on the tongue. Hidden beneath it was a layer of rich, soft ice cream that provided the perfect creamy contrast to the refreshing flavors. The finishing touches were a generous drizzle of condensed milk and fresh strawberry chunks, whose subtle tang balanced the sweetness beautifully. Homemade mochi added a soft, pillowy chew, while the lychee popping boba contributed subtle floral notes evocative of rosewater. Every element complemented the next, making each spoonful just as enjoyable as the last. Island Vintage Shave Ice more than lives up to its well-earned reputation. From the stunning presentation to the handcrafted syrups, silky-smooth shave ice, and a texturally diverse assortment of toppings, every component came together to create a phenomenal dessert that's every bit as delicious as it is visually captivating. If you're visiting Waikiki, Island Vintage Shave Ice deserves a spot at the top of your must-try list.

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    4.4
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    I really enjoyed this shave ice. I actually didn't think I was a big fan of shave ice, but it had…read morealso been a long time since I'd had true shave ice. The inner shop is fairly small, so the line was outside the door. There aren't a lot of spots for seating, which is a bummer. The service was okay, but really just the bare minimum. I have to say the two standouts for me about this shave ice are as follows: the texture of the ice is fantastic - so smooth. It does also mean that it melts quickly, but it's really pleasant to eat. The other standout is the Mac nut ice cream. It's delicious, the bites of macadamia nut give a little crunch, and it all-around is very balanced with the flavors of the shave ice. I got the Sunset Beach, which is passion orange guava and mango. With the ice cream, I personally don't feel like the condensed milk is necessary, but I could totally be wrong.

    Absolutely awful customer service from Kalei. We arrived about four minutes before their posted…read moreclosing time of 10:30 PM, and they were literally still taking another customer's order as we walked up. My husband asked if we could order as well and that we drove here straight from the airport with a 20 minute detour and was immediately told, "No, this is the last order." He walked out, realized it wasn't even 10:30 yet, and went back in to ask why they were refusing to serve us when we arrived before closing. Instead of simply explaining or apologizing, the employee, Kalei, responded with an unbelievable attitude and said something along the lines of, "People don't realize we have SCHOOL in the morning, but it's okay, I'll take your order then if you want shave ice that bad." WOAH?!?! Seriously? If you close at 10:30, then either serve customers who arrive before 10:30 or change your posted closing time. There was absolutely no reason for the sarcasm or nasty attitude. My husband told her he didn't appreciate the attitude and proceeded to order a strawberry shave ice. She then turned off the TV/screen and told him, "No more ordering for you." At that point it honestly felt like she was going out of her way to be disrespectful just because he questioned why we were being turned away before closing. When he asked for her name, she very boldly told him it was Kalei, advised him of their Google listing, and basically invited us to leave a review and contact her boss, as if she was completely confident nobody would care about how she treats customers. We weren't asking anyone to stay open late. We didn't walk in after closing. We arrived BEFORE closing while another customer was actively being served. The entire interaction could have been handled with basic courtesy, but instead we got sarcasm, hostility, and an employee seemingly trying to embarrass a customer for simply asking to order during posted business hours. One of the rudest and most unnecessarily hostile customer service interactions we've had. Completely unacceptable.

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    Always a crowd pleaser! Best shave ice ever!
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    4.2
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    I figured the Ala Moana location would be least crowded so I arrived a few mins before opening…read more There was two people already waiting. Five stars alone for the Haupia Premium Matcha. The haupia cream top wasn't too thick and mixed well into matcha. It's a light coconut flavor and you're still able to taste the matcha. The original açaí bowl $16 - well worth the money. The açaí wasn't too sweet and a good ratio to fruits and granola.

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