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Big Wave Shave Ice Company

4.8 (231 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Piña colada, mango, coconut

Amazing!!! Definitely get the ice cream on the bottom. We got the haupia ice cream (coconut) on the bottom and piña colada, mango, and coconut flavoring on top with the coconut sweetened condensed milk. It was delicious. Workers were very nice and quick. You can also get it topped off with extra flavoring after you've eaten part of it for free. You can get three flavors per shaved ice

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Shanelle S.

Shaved ice spot located inside a hotel. Stopped by here with my boyfriend and there was free beach parking next to the hotel. We got the strawberry, pineapple, and tigers blood with macadamia ice cream. The team members helping us were friendly and efficiently covered our shaved snow. We ate at the beach which was a short walk away, but there were tables close by with seating. Credit cards accepted. The strawberry was the best flavor in my opinion.

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Amy D.

Outstanding icy Hawaiian treat! Flavors are all natural. Highly recommend ordering - one coconut Havupia ice cream scoop on the bottom of flavored ice - lychee and pineapple flavored ice was amazing! Pro tip: this is located inside the Westin hotel. Free parking at the beach right by the front door. Go inside into the atrium area where they have a Lilly pond and fish. Shop is on the right. Highly recommend!

Sugar bomb, couldn't finish.
Jason G.

Looking for a replacement shave ice stop in the absence of Ululani's. Service was friendly and ice was good texture. Convenient location in the Westin, but the syrups were overly sweet and didn't seem to have any natural flavoring. It was the first time in my life that I didn't finish a shave ice, which is saying something.

Passionfruit, guava, cherry with a coconut snow cap and haupia ice cream in the center
Evie H.

Super recommend getting shaved ice here. It is located just past the main lobby of the Westin Vacation Club. There is a public guest parking lot (on gravel road) just past the main parking lot for the Westin which is free and convenient! The shaved ice is soft and fluffy! I recommend the natural flavors which are lighter and less sweet! My favorite was the guava (not on the main list). I also love how they let you add more syrup if you want! Haupia ice cream was delicious and we also added a coconut snow cap (which they give you more tho!) Price is VERY reasonable for the size and for this being inside the Westin. There may be a slow-ish wait if there is a line but HIGHLY recommend coming here if not in a huge hurry. I would definitely return!

Lemon-lime, cherry, pina-colada w/snow cap
Emily Y.

The butteriest, most velvetiest shave ice ever!!! I never get any other shave ice other than Ululani's when I'm in Maui, but I would most definitely come here when I'm on this side of town. They only have about 10 flavors, but if there's a flavor you like, it might be the best shave ice ever!

Jo R.

Great Location! Lotz of great choices, not just shave ice they have Ice cream and smoothies too! They have a nice seating area that is shaded and great views of the Pond, trees and some unique animals!!

Mango, passion fruit, guava w/ice cream on bottom
Eunice T.

Soft fluffy shave ice on the property of Westin. Parking was actually pretty easy since there was a public beach access parking lot separate from the resort. Finding the place was not as easy because we got distracted by the beautiful view of the resort, and ended up walking toward the beach. We ended up asking the bartender, who pointed us to the right direction. I'd say this is one of my favorite shave ice on Maui in terms of the ice consistency. This was the fluffiest/softest one. The syrup they used was pretty good too, but there was one flavor that tasted too sweet/more artificial. They do have flavors that aren't on the menu so make sure to ask!

Cotton Candy, Passionfruit, Mango Shaved Ice
Julie V.

We made a trip to Big Wave Shave Ice at The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas to try their famous shaved ice. The long line was a clear sign of its popularity. They offer a wide variety of flavors, including a secret menu with even more options. For $8, you can pick up to three flavors - we chose cotton candy, passionfruit, and mango. The syrups were evenly distributed, and was sweet and refreshing!

Enjoy in shave ice!
Maling S.

We were looking for shave ice in Maui. We found Big Wave Shave Ice Company and found it in Westin Nanea Ocean Villas. We had to ask the staff what flavours to chose, there are so many. We decided two flavours: lychee and passion fruit and 1 scoop of Roselani ice cream, a local ice cream. It was was beautiful and hot day and it was perfect to relax and enjoy the treat. We also decided to stay at Westin Nanea Ocean Villas next time we return to Maui.

Ianne B.

Fam always has to get shave ice when Hawaii, and Big Wave was conveniently located at the resort we were staying at, the Westin Nanea. Lucky us! The menu is simple and straightforward, which uncomplicates things. One size, up to 3 syrup flavors (some natural) optional ice cream (local Roselani vanilla, Mac nut, coconut) and ice cap (condensed milk) add ons. I always get ice cream with my shave ice and opted for mac nut. My lychee, lilikoi and tiger's blood combo was delish! I did go back for a little top off of lychee syrup, which they offered as needed. And the shaved ice itself is buttery soft - just perfect! The rest of my fam enjoyed their selections. Hubby would have loved azuki beans to add on but that wasn't an issue for me. Service was very also friendly and welcoming. It's definitely worth a visit if you're in the area and need a shave ice fix!

Tiger's Blood, Mango, Guava (goated flavor!!) with half and half snow caps and a scoop of haupia ice cream - perfectionnnnn
Leland A.

So delicious!!! You can't visit Maui without getting shave ice! This spot is tucked in the Westin, but easy to find after parking. Julia and Trinity were ecstatic to help us within the last 10 minutes of closing, and we were so glad to have interacted with them! Great snack, even better service. Thanks guys!

Pineapple, guava, and blue raspberry.
Andrew M.

Excellent shave ice and friendly staff. My family and I visited their Kapalua location countless times during our trip and met the owners who are super down to earth. Their staff even went out of their way to give us recommendations on things to do and where to go we will definitely come back and highly recommend to anyone.

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Always make sure to stop by whenever we're on the island. Great shave ice and amazing staff. Mahalo, Carmen!

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It was really good. Very close to our hotel. Close to shopping also. Very friendly and helpful.

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Do you guys provide catering services for events such as weddings?

Aloha Francisco, Yes. We do offer catering services if the date(s) are available. Please feel free… Read more

Is there parking?

Park at Honua Kai guest parking lot and walk over. About a 5 min walk. Big Wave is inside Westin Nanea, walk through lobby then right.

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