Hawaiian Blizzard shave ice is the best! Aaron's homemade syrups are the best. Aaron's shave ice stand outside Big Save in Kapaa is the best. Aaron is the best. read more

I am a shave ice addict. When I return to the islands it is one of the first things I seek out. Nothing different while visiting Kauai for the first time. Searched Yelp and this was near the top. A little hard to find because I was looking for a store front. HB is a shave ice cart in front of a Big Save market...LOVE IT! Great f=choice of flavors, generous base of shave ice and friendly service. Benches in the shade to enjoy the icy elating goodness. Can't beat it. read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Shave ice with my icy hot - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Best value shaved ice on the island! Truthfully, it's just shaved ice with artificially flavored syrups, but isn't that what most places will do? This place just happens to be honest and humble. They aren't charging an obscene amount for something so wonderfully simple. The owner clearly cares about his customers. He came around after we were halfway done with our shaved ice to offer more condensed milk! One of the simplest and most effective ways to my heart. All in all, it's not my favorite shaved ice place and there isn't a whole lot special about it, but if your wallet needs a break and you want some kind local vibes, this is the spot. read more

This place is the best shave ice I've ever had, and I've tried a lot on Oahu. The best part about this was that I asked for Li-Hing and he said "Regular or Crack-Seed Li-Hing?" I LOVE Li-Hing so of course I said Crack Seed, and it did not disappoint. His prices have been the same for a long time now and they are quite reasonable. You'd never expect to find shave ice this good in a Big Save parking lot, but that's the best part about it. He also puts them in these pretty paper cups, a lot less wasteful than the normal plastic or styrofoam. I will definitely be back! read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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Hands-down thee best shave Ice in Kaua'i!!! Syrups are so different from all the artificial ones you find everywhere else- you can literally see AND taste the difference of the quality ingredients here! Aaron is just a doll- the most genuine, kind, and gentle soul I've encountered on this island... I would come here for Shave ice just to give him business because he just seems like such a good person! But lucky for anyone in Kauai that not only are you getting the best shave ice you'll find ANYWHERE, you're also supporting a great local business/person! Go out of your way to make sure to stop here if you're visiting the island- you won't regret it!!! *TAKE AARONS SUGGESTIONS ABOUT WHICH FLAVORS GO WELL TOGETHER/WHICH ONES TO PUT SNOW-CAP ON!* read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Aaron & my Li-Hing/POG/Lilikoi shave ice!!! - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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Um. No Jo Shave ice who?!? Bubble gum more like bubble bomb!! Vanilla with a snow cap? Yes please!! Make sure you have cash and plenty of it because you'll be back for fifths! read more

This is our favorite shave ice spot! We make sure we stop by every time we're on the island of Kauai. We come for the delicious, homemade shave ice flavors with snow cap but more importantly, we come to enjoy the wonderful aloha spirit and talk story with Aaron! Sometimes Aaron even breaks out the ukulele and plays a tune! Today there was a steady stream of customers, mostly locals, each person met with a friendly greeting and more often than not Aaron already knew their order! If you want a tasty and very affordable shave ice served with aloha spirit, try Hawaiian Blizzard! Here are some photos from 2010 and from our visit today. read more

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I have to say that Hawaiian Blizzard is probably the BEST -- yes, THE BEST, shaved ice on Kauai. No, it's not because of the amount of flavors they have or how extravagant the shop is. It is also not because of the portions you get there. It is because .. the friendliest man on this Earth works here. That's right! The owner! We never got his name but from the previous Yelp reviews, his name is Aaron. Hawaiian Blizzard was the FIRST stop we made right after we landed in Kauai. We wanted some shaved ice and when we got there, we were a little puzzled. It was just a tiny cart! The price wasn't so bad when we went .. I believe it was $3 each? There was only once size. There weren't a whole lot of flavors for you to choose from if you're used to the bigger stands. But I have to say, Aaron is super nice. The way he talks and the way he smiles, you can tell it's really genuine. It's so genuine to the point where I'm not used to it at all. I'm not saying that its is uncommon -- well, maybe it is. Every day life can be so taxing on everyone and you meet so many different people in your life. I don't know about you but a majority of people I tend to meet typically have ulterior motives. It's a dog eat dog world out there but it's good to know that when you're on vacation, it's not that way .. and Aaron sure shows you that. Aaron would offer us a snow cap for free on our shaved ice and would offer it to us again when we're half-way through as well. Oh and another plus is...his ice is the smoothest of the ones I've tried on Kauai. It is really fine and not chunky at all :) Definitely visit his stand when you're on this island because I definitely will come back if I vacation in Kauai again. read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

What you need to know: - located in the parking lot of the Kapaa Shopping Center, near the Big Save Market - be aware of the short hours of operation, he said sometimes he might stick around a little after 5pm if there are customers - Uncle is the nicest and happiest guy ever! He has an infinite amount of aloha to share so chat with him! - My favorite story he shared with us is that when he finished business school, he had stressful jobs and had 2 ulcers. He realized he had to change his life, that's when he returned to Kauai and opened up a shave ice stand - it's been 36 years and no more ulcers! - this shave ice stand is very traditional, just dishing out impeccably fluffy shave ice and syrups, and of course snow cap. What we ordered: - $3 for a shave ice - you can order up to three flavors and Uncle will come around and give you a refill of the snow cap, if you want. Uncle distributes the shave machines and syrups so he knows which machines can provide the softest and fluffiest ice. I was very impressed with how fine his ice was. - I loved my experience with Hawaiian Blizzard, but what would have given it 5 stars is if he had ice cream, azuki beans and other toppings. But he's a traditionalist! read more

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Must try! The best shave ice on the island IMO, since I am more of a shave ice purist and many of the more well known shave ice places on kauai appear to serve artisan/organic offerings. This place offers delicious classic hawaiian shave ice. The price point is very affordable and you will be supporting a small business. They are a bit hard to find - we were looking for them and couldn't spot them under the awning on the left hand side of the strip mall when doing our first loop. Don't give up, they are there, just slightly hidden! read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - a hand holding a cup of ice cream - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Went to JoJo's in Waimea: pretty good. Went to Ono Shave Ice in Kapa'a: diverse flavors like ginger and green tea. Hawaiian Blizzard, the cart in the Big Save parking lot, has the best shave ice. Flavors are pretty standard but Aaron serves up the softest shave ice. Not slushy. Not icy. Sort of fluffy. Like a dairy-less ice cream (unless you get the snow top.) I had POG and lychee. Wonderful! read more

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We found it! --- HANDS DOWN the best shave ice in Kauai! $3 for everything (you can have up to 3 flavors) and Aaron would even walk around asking if you want more snow cap (condensed milk) for free! His ice is very fine and the same consistency as in Ululani's in Maui/Big Island. Don't look for a shop as his is only a food cart in front of Big Save supermarket. read more

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Out of all the shave ice places on Kauai, I was most excited to try this one. Located next to the Big Save in Kapa'a, Hawaiian Blizzard is a no-fuss and friendly place to grab a shave ice on a hot (or any) day. Simple, old school, and super delicious. You can't beat the price and you won't find a bigger smile to serve it to on this whole island. read more

The best shaved ice on island at the most reasonable price. No gimmicks just straight up good old fashioned shaved ice. Served by the nicest person on the island. read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Best shaved ice period. - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

This is the best shave ice I've had in Hawaii!! This place was just a little stand outside of Nom Kauai. The owner was sooo nice and kind and really put a ton of love in our shave ice. My shave ice was super fluffy, not too icy and only 3$! I loved it. I got lilikoi, pineapple and coconut with an iced cap. It was delicious!! He was even nice enough to add extra ice cap! Really great shave ice! read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Located to the side of Big Save and across the way from Chevron. This shave ice stand is a small operation but the flavors are great and the ice fairly finely shaved. Unfortunately, the many add-ons available at other locations (ice cream, azuki beans, Mochi balls) are not available here. Friendly service and a worthwhile and low-key stop. Cash only. read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

This little shaved ice stand is located right outside the Big Save in the same plaza as the Shell Gas Station. This shaved ice place has none of the frills of some other places. There aren't really a lot of options (no ice cream, no red bean, etc.) but it was the fluffiest, softest shaved ice I've ever had! The ice was so fine - it melted the moment it touched my tongue. I got a flavor combo of mango, pineapple, and strawberry with a condensed milk snowcap. The guy overdid it on the syrup and my shaved ice was waaaay too sweet for my liking, but that can easily be modified. I also wish there was more variety here. Gotta give him 4 stars for the amazing ice, he succeeds where so many others fail! read more

I guess you really can't judge a book by it's cover, or lack thereof in this case. Standing bare with only the owner and his Ice maker, Hawaiian Blizzard is the paragon of all hole-in-the-wall places. It's conveniently located next to Big Save Market, the only thing that really gives it away is the approximately 6 foot wide banner behind the stand. The nice man behind the stand suggested some kinda shave ice that I let him build for me, with pineapple, mango, lilikoi and capped with condensed milk. The ice was finely shaved, not packed in, and the owner was kind enough to re-cap my shave ice with condensed milk when I was halfway through. It was heavenly. I was eating off clouds for $3. Best shave ice on the island, hands down. read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Mango, Pineapple, Lilikoi, Snowcapped! - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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The Best Shave ICe on the island of Kauai ! WE have shared many happy afternoons here quietly enjoying the shave ice and the different flavors available . Oh boy what a treat , really ! We cant say enough good stuff about Hawaiian Blizzard. Ive got the T shirt and we tell everyone we know , who can get to it , all about the blizzard . Its shave ice ! real Hawaiian Shave ice , not crushed . 5 stars ! If I could afford to fly out to kauai just for this shave ice , I would . read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - The best in Hawaii, not just Kapaa - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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The best shave ice we've had in all the islands!!!! And sooo cheap! Don't go to those "fancy" places. This one is the best one! read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

We tried shave ice all over the island and Aaron's stand was our favorite!!! We had 8 as a family of four and they were all perfect. Can't wait to go back and visit again. read more

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after eating at wishing well, ono ono, jo jo anuenue, and jo jo, i felt compelled to update this place. no they dont have halo halo or mac nut ice cream, just great quality ice with amazing syrups and snow cap, PLUS friendly service and good pricing overall impression of shaved ice on island: 1) Hawaiian Blizzard (kapaa), 2) Wishing Well (hanalei), 3) Jo Jo Anuenue (waimea), 4) ono ono (kapaa), 5) then all the other shaved ice shop BUT definitely not this JO JO read more

Absolutely AMAZING shaved ice! This is a guy with a cart selling shaved ice outside of the local supermarket. He's not there everyday, but when he's there, you're in for a treat! Like others have said, his shaved ice is delicious, filled with syrups, exceptionally soft and light and the sweetened condensed milk "snow cap" makes it even better. The owner is EXTREMELY friendly and one of the nicest locals we met on our trip to Hawaii! AWESOME! ! ! read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Hawaiian Blizzard Shaved Ice! - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Full on, real deal, old school shave ice. Aaron makes his own syrups and sells to a few place around the island. He's been doing it for decades and you wil find no other place with the soft shaved ice anywhere else. For get all the trendy places on maui and oahu. Way too sugary. If tou don't like this, you don't like shave ice. read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Unbelievable. The reviews for this place are more spot-on than anything I've ever read on yelp. The shave ice we had here was so light and creamy it would seem to be an illusion. No crunchy, ill-prepared shave ice here! The flavors/combos are to die for. Ask the proprietor to whip something up for you, and he'll invariably concoct something that will knock your sandals off. A true "hole in the wall", you can't get much more friendly and down-to-earth than Hawaiian Blizzard. Your visit to Kauai is not complete unless you make a stop or three here. read more

The UNCLE is very nice and friendly. Price of the shave ice is very affordable and the quality of the syrups were superb. When UNCLE offers the "snow cap" do get it. And when you're sitting on the benches and he comes round and offers to top you off with more snow cap, GET it. Soooo good. UNCLE is the true spirit of ALOHA and really shows it. read more

My uncles and grandpa use to bring me to uncle Arons spot when I was a small keiki. And during my visit back home, I've decided to bring my keiki to uncle arons and relive the moment. Uncle arons still the same as I've remembered- friendly and goes beyond your expectations! (While parking our vehicle, I've seen uncle aron helping a visitor out with their rental since their car wouldn't start!) Always support the smaller businesses, there you'll have the best personal experience. Uncle arons flavors are on point. And you can't find or beat his prices! $3/cup with up to 3 delish flavors!! You can't go wrong read more

We love coming to vIsit Aaron and his shave ice is SO yummy! Rain or sunshine it makes us smile!

Aaron's shave ice is THE BEST. it seems almost impossible that he can shave it so fine! Doesn't have all of the extras like most shops do, but I promise you, you won't miss them. His hospitality is worth its weight in gold, and his shave ice are still only $3, including sno cap! This is a do not miss stop! Mahalo, Aaron! read more

Everything about Hawaiian Blizzard Shave Ice makes me happy! The simplicity, the warm aloha hospitality, it's the best shave ice! The flavors are so delicious, ice perfectly shaved! Mmmm good! read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

So yummy and so nice! Coconut, Lychee, Mango with a snow cap! Lots of flavors and the shave is snowy but sturdy--if you know what I mean. Don't look for a storefront-this is stand in front of the Big Save grocery store. read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Uncle Aaron (as the locals call him) is the owner/operator and this is the best shave ice my family has ever had. Before heading to Kauai, I researched Yelp review to find the best shave ice on the island. Each day, we would incorporate a shave ice stop at a different spot. After day 3, my family of 4 was split on 'beat so far'. Then we went to go see Aaron. Aaron makes his own syrups which he sells to many of the other shave ice places on the island. He also imports and sell the machines to most stands on the island. Most importantly, he knows when and how to make minor adjustments to the machines to make the fluffiness snow we've ever experienced. The bonus, Aaron is an amazing person and will share amazing stories with you if you ask. All of his flavors are great. Ask him for recommendations on flavor pairings and let him decide which flavors to put a snow cap on. The price is always $3. Note his limited hours and days. Days 5, 6 and 7 of our trip all included a drive to go visit Uncle Aaron (35 minutes away from our hotel). We all agreed there is no better shave ice stand on Kauai. Thank you Uncle Aaron!!! We hope to visit with you again soon. read more

Whenever we are on the Hawaiian islands, one of our top priorities is local food and shave ice. Hawaiian Blizzard was recommended by one of our friends who grew up on the island, and it did not disappoint. Hands down the best shave ice we had on the trip! read more

Ten stars!!!!! Aaron is THE master shave ice king of Kauai....33 years in business. This is THE BEST shave ice in the entire island. He makes all his syrups and supplies it to everyone. We came 6 years ago on a local's recommendation, missed him on a rainy day we were in Kapaa this trip, and we were happy to catch him on our last day. A perfect end to our family vacation. A MUST while in Kauai. Find him at the Big Save in Kapaa. Thank you Aaron!!! read more

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This place is awesome! Small stand so Keep your eyes open. The owner is very kind and the shave Ice is perfect ! He stayed open for us and kept offering to add more of the good cream On top as we are. Yum! read more

Hawaiian Blizzard - Love this shave ice! The owner is so kind, too!! Go here! It's a smaller stand so look out for it. - Shaved Ice Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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THE best shave ice on Kauai! The ice is fluffy and the syrups are not too sweet. Definitely a locals spot. Uncle Aaron is also the nicest person ever! Mahalo! read more

Love, love, love this shave ice & the kind man who sells it!! We went 3 times during our visit and loved every flavor we tried. He also gives you great recommendations for flavor combinations. Don't forget to get the snow cap! read more

Honest the BEST shaved ice we've ever had while visiting the islands (and we've tried a ton). The texture was so light and fluffy; the flavors are fresh and sweet. Aaron really made the experience though. He was so kindhearted and had regulars coming up every few minutes. He kept checking in to see if we needed more syrup or a snow cap. We would recommend to everyone!! read more

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Best Shaved Ice on Kauai! You will need to find him, but when you do. It's the real deal. Aaron is very nice. He's only open from 1:30 to 5. Plan accordingly! read more

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My family and I have visited Kauai multiple times, and this is the BEST shave ice around. The owner is very funny, kind and humble and you really can't beat $3.00. Also, he has the best stories, so make sure to make small talk when you're enjoying your tasty treat. We have tried many shave ice places on Kauai, and there is no one better. We frequent this stand often when we stay for vacation! Hawaiian Blizzard is AMAZING!!! read more