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The service here was impeccable! I wanted to make sure to start with that, we had 3 younger people helping us out and giving us the proper info and samples we asked for. The ice cream and waffles were pretty mid coming from someone who loves ice cream in waffle cones. I got the Maui cream and mint chocolate chip and both were solid, nothing spectacular. The waffle cones was definitely a let down, as it was a bit stale and the flavor wasn't anything to write home about. This may have been a singular bad experience as there's a ton of great reviews but we left here definitely wanting more!
Came twice during the week! The ice cream is SO creamy smooth. They have so many flavor options that can accommodate any palate! They also offer a custom snow cone flavor station. Their biscoff flavor of ice cream had big chunks of cookie throughout. I definitely recommend coming by when visiting. It's so yummy)
Really good friendly service. Lots of options with island flavors. Had a banana bread sundae with Mac nut ice cream and hot fudge instead of caramel after reading other reviews about their hot fudge. It was delicious, but maybe my expectations were too high after reading other reviews about it being the best hot fudge. Definitely would get it again though!
I wish I had found this spot sooner! We passed by it several times during our trip and had no idea what we were missing. I love Dole Whip, but this place serves their own version called Pineapple Cream, and in my opinion, it's a million times better. They even have a poster in the shop comparing the ingredients, and let's just say they're not shy about pointing out what's in Dole Whip versus their own product. Their Pineapple Cream is made with simple ingredients, and you can absolutely taste the difference. They offer a variety of island inspired flavors, which made it tough to choose because everything sounded delicious. Unfortunately, we didn't discover this place until our last night in Maui. Otherwise, I have no doubt we would have come back multiple times during our trip. If you're a fan of pineapple ice cream, this is a must-visit. Seating was limited outdoors and inside was full. Wish they'd have more outdoor seating.
We spent a week in paradise, and we had to check out the highly rated Island Cream. Island Cream Co. served some of the best ice cream I've ever had. The flavors were rich, unique, creamy, and absolutely delicious, and every bite lived up to the hype. What made the experience even better was the quick and efficient service. Even with extremely long lines of customers, the staff kept things moving smoothly without sacrificing friendliness. If you're an ice cream lover, this place is definitely worth a visit. Great ice cream and great service make for a winning combination.
Yum! Walked in very overwhelmed with all the delicious looking options. I went simple and picked one flavor. It was passion fruit and caramel, WOW! My husband got shaved ice and the syrups tastes great! The service was great, as well
Really yummy ice cream and great selection! Super popular spot with lots of people bustling in and out and taking advantage of the unlimited samples lol. I really enjoyed the fact that they offer split scoops for any size of ice cream, so I had a single split scoop of lillikoi cheesecake and macadamia nut ice cream. The lillikoi cheesecake ice cream had such good cheesecake flavor, rich and a little tangy. I wish there was just a touch more of the lillikoi jam ribboned throughout the scoop, but it was still good. I liked the chunks of macadamia nut that were int he mac nut ice cream; it was a little sweeter than the lillikoi cheesecake, but the two of them were balanced nicely! I ordered it with mochi, and it also came with a chocolate wafer roll. The staff was super helpful and kind! I felt bad for them because one of our orders broke the shaved ice machine, but handled it as best as they could. I'm sure many people would be enticed by the fact that the syrups are self serve!
Was looking for biscoff ice cream which is how I stumbled upon this place. And I ended up finding my new favorite ice cream spot! Cute little store with a nice interior and a huge selection of flavors to choose from. The service was great the girls working were really nice when I was taking a while to order cause I wanted to try eve try thing. The ice cream itself so good I got biscoff which is now my favorite and beach bum really good banana flavor with pecans. I tried other flavors like vanilla and Caramel. Really good consistency nice and smooth and the right amount of sweetness. Along with with that hot kamaaina which is always a plus. Definitely recommend will be coming back to try others things like their fudge and shard ice!
So many flavors!!!! Pleasing to the eye and stomach. The young man was so sweet and helpful, especially when we asked to try to sample so many flavors. I got the pineapple cream. It was very light. My friend got the strawberry guava. That was DELICIOUS! Clean establishment. Seating outdoors is available. Looking forward to coming back.
Delicious! If I could leave it so simple I would, but since we as Yelpers love to ramble on, the Island Cream Co is located in the shops across the Lahaina Cannery with counter seating inside or at tables outside the shop. The staff are friendly and welcoming upon opening the door. The shop is clean and orderly to a T! They offer handmade locally sourced cream, shaved ice, chocolate covered bananas, ice cream sandwiches and chocolate tacos to name a few. I had a double scoop of mint chip and strawberry chip, both delicious and creamy!
Very nice service and experience. This ice cream / gelato fusion was one of the best things we've ever had. We got the chocolate chip Mac nut flavor and it was specifically outstanding. The ube was a lovely and noticeable flavor but I felt it lacked a bit of sweetness for my taste. The shave ice was a good fineness and quality. We specifically liked the ability to go back for more self-serve syrup, and try anything! The flavors I tried were all milder than i like regarding sweetness but tasty nonetheless. Would visit again!
Easy walk up on a Saturday late morning but as we sat , the line coming in was steady and the one person working was great! Very patient and calm demeanor. I loved all the ice cream offerings and sampled a few for kicks. Ended up with a small shave ice with a scoop of pineapple cream. It's very exciting to be able to select and serve myself any flavor that spoke to me. And afterwards, you can have snow cap and li hing mui added by the employee which is what I did. While the ice isn't as flakey as a couple other places I have tried, it's tasty nonetheless. Definitely coming back, maybe for ice cream only but who knows! Plenty of parking in the lot and places to sit in or out. Please support this local business.
The service was really quick, and they got the order done correctly. It was pretty busy in there, despite it being about 40 minutes to close on a Tuesday night. There were a few indoor seats and two outdoor picnic tables. The Slosh shave ice was not as good as the quality at Island Vintage Shave Ice. I didn't get the ice cream, but I imagine that is the best thing they service at this place. I would recommend sticking to the ice cream and getting the shave ice at Island Vintage.
One of the best desserts I've had in all my life was here at Island Cream Co.! I am a huge banana fan, and when I tasted the Banana Maui, their version of bananas foster, I thought I might fall over. It's vanilla ice cream (though I changed mine to banana ice cream so I could go totally overboard) covered in fresh bananas, brandy and banana liqueur, and two pieces of banana bread stuffed into each side of the cup. Indescribably delicious! Some places would make the banana bread an afterthought in a dessert like this, thinking that the rest of the dish would be so good that the banana bread could be just anything halfway decent. Not so here. The banana bread in this dessert was some of the best we had on the island during our entire two-week stay! I can't comment on the rest of the menu, since we didn't try anything else, but people seem to rave about other items here, too. The make-your-own shave ice at the Ultimate Shave Ice station seems to be a unique take on a Hawaii staple, and it's up to you whether you prefer an expert to be making yours rather than guessing at how to make it yourself, but if you want to be the boss, well, here you go! And it's definitely a hit with kids, as you might imagine. And their pineapple cream claims to be a much better and natural version of Dole Whip, so it's probably worth a try! Located in a modern strip mall, service here is friendly, and you may need to wait in line for a little while, depending on when you come. Not a ton of seating inside or out, but we did score a table outside and enjoyed our dessert in the beautiful Maui weather. The prices are about what you'd expect, no more and no less, and worth every penny! So do not pass up this dessert spot when you come to this part of the island. In my opinion, you won't regret stopping in! read more
The long line at Island Cream Co. tells you everything you need to know--it's absolutely worth the wait! Once you get to the counter, you'll find an incredible selection of shaved ice and homemade ice cream, with endless combinations of flavors and toppings to create your perfect treat. Mixing your own flavors is half the fun, and everything we tried was fresh, delicious, and exactly what you want on a warm Maui afternoon. Beyond the amazing shaved ice and ice cream, what made this visit even more meaningful was seeing the energy returning to Lahaina. Every local business that's open represents another step in the community's recovery, and it's inspiring to see visitors and residents coming together to support them. If you're visiting Maui, make a point to stop by Island Cream Co.--you'll enjoy an incredible treat while also supporting the continued revitalization of one of Hawaii's most beloved towns. We'll definitely be back! read more
The service here was impeccable! I wanted to make sure to start with that, we had 3 younger people helping us out and giving us the proper info and samples we asked for. The ice cream and waffles were pretty mid coming from someone who loves ice cream in waffle cones. I got the Maui cream and mint chocolate chip and both were solid, nothing spectacular. The waffle cones was definitely a let down, as it was a bit stale and the flavor wasn't anything to write home about. This may have been a singular bad experience as there's a ton of great reviews but we left here definitely wanting more! read more
2 days ago
Came twice during the week! The ice cream is SO creamy smooth. They have so many flavor options that can accommodate any palate! They also offer a custom snow cone flavor station. Their biscoff flavor of ice cream had big chunks of cookie throughout. I definitely recommend coming by when visiting. It's so yummy) read more
1 month ago
Really good friendly service. Lots of options with island flavors. Had a banana bread sundae with Mac nut ice cream and hot fudge instead of caramel after reading other reviews about their hot fudge. It was delicious, but maybe my expectations were too high after reading other reviews about it being the best hot fudge. Definitely would get it again though! read more
4 months ago
I wish I had found this spot sooner! We passed by it several times during our trip and had no idea what we were missing. I love Dole Whip, but this place serves their own version called Pineapple Cream, and in my opinion, it's a million times better. They even have a poster in the shop comparing the ingredients, and let's just say they're not shy about pointing out what's in Dole Whip versus their own product. Their Pineapple Cream is made with simple ingredients, and you can absolutely taste the difference. They offer a variety of island inspired flavors, which made it tough to choose because everything sounded delicious. Unfortunately, we didn't discover this place until our last night in Maui. Otherwise, I have no doubt we would have come back multiple times during our trip. If you're a fan of pineapple ice cream, this is a must-visit. Seating was limited outdoors and inside was full. Wish they'd have more outdoor seating. read more
4 months ago
We spent a week in paradise, and we had to check out the highly rated Island Cream. Island Cream Co. served some of the best ice cream I've ever had. The flavors were rich, unique, creamy, and absolutely delicious, and every bite lived up to the hype. What made the experience even better was the quick and efficient service. Even with extremely long lines of customers, the staff kept things moving smoothly without sacrificing friendliness. If you're an ice cream lover, this place is definitely worth a visit. Great ice cream and great service make for a winning combination. read more
8 days ago
Yum! Walked in very overwhelmed with all the delicious looking options. I went simple and picked one flavor. It was passion fruit and caramel, WOW! My husband got shaved ice and the syrups tastes great! The service was great, as well read more
5 months ago
Really yummy ice cream and great selection! Super popular spot with lots of people bustling in and out and taking advantage of the unlimited samples lol. I really enjoyed the fact that they offer split scoops for any size of ice cream, so I had a single split scoop of lillikoi cheesecake and macadamia nut ice cream. The lillikoi cheesecake ice cream had such good cheesecake flavor, rich and a little tangy. I wish there was just a touch more of the lillikoi jam ribboned throughout the scoop, but it was still good. I liked the chunks of macadamia nut that were int he mac nut ice cream; it was a little sweeter than the lillikoi cheesecake, but the two of them were balanced nicely! I ordered it with mochi, and it also came with a chocolate wafer roll. The staff was super helpful and kind! I felt bad for them because one of our orders broke the shaved ice machine, but handled it as best as they could. I'm sure many people would be enticed by the fact that the syrups are self serve! read more
Was looking for biscoff ice cream which is how I stumbled upon this place. And I ended up finding my new favorite ice cream spot! Cute little store with a nice interior and a huge selection of flavors to choose from. The service was great the girls working were really nice when I was taking a while to order cause I wanted to try eve try thing. The ice cream itself so good I got biscoff which is now my favorite and beach bum really good banana flavor with pecans. I tried other flavors like vanilla and Caramel. Really good consistency nice and smooth and the right amount of sweetness. Along with with that hot kamaaina which is always a plus. Definitely recommend will be coming back to try others things like their fudge and shard ice! read more
So many flavors!!!! Pleasing to the eye and stomach. The young man was so sweet and helpful, especially when we asked to try to sample so many flavors. I got the pineapple cream. It was very light. My friend got the strawberry guava. That was DELICIOUS! Clean establishment. Seating outdoors is available. Looking forward to coming back. read more
8 months ago
Delicious! If I could leave it so simple I would, but since we as Yelpers love to ramble on, the Island Cream Co is located in the shops across the Lahaina Cannery with counter seating inside or at tables outside the shop. The staff are friendly and welcoming upon opening the door. The shop is clean and orderly to a T! They offer handmade locally sourced cream, shaved ice, chocolate covered bananas, ice cream sandwiches and chocolate tacos to name a few. I had a double scoop of mint chip and strawberry chip, both delicious and creamy! read more
Very nice service and experience. This ice cream / gelato fusion was one of the best things we've ever had. We got the chocolate chip Mac nut flavor and it was specifically outstanding. The ube was a lovely and noticeable flavor but I felt it lacked a bit of sweetness for my taste. The shave ice was a good fineness and quality. We specifically liked the ability to go back for more self-serve syrup, and try anything! The flavors I tried were all milder than i like regarding sweetness but tasty nonetheless. Would visit again! read more
9 months ago
Easy walk up on a Saturday late morning but as we sat , the line coming in was steady and the one person working was great! Very patient and calm demeanor. I loved all the ice cream offerings and sampled a few for kicks. Ended up with a small shave ice with a scoop of pineapple cream. It's very exciting to be able to select and serve myself any flavor that spoke to me. And afterwards, you can have snow cap and li hing mui added by the employee which is what I did. While the ice isn't as flakey as a couple other places I have tried, it's tasty nonetheless. Definitely coming back, maybe for ice cream only but who knows! Plenty of parking in the lot and places to sit in or out. Please support this local business. read more
1 month ago
The service was really quick, and they got the order done correctly. It was pretty busy in there, despite it being about 40 minutes to close on a Tuesday night. There were a few indoor seats and two outdoor picnic tables. The Slosh shave ice was not as good as the quality at Island Vintage Shave Ice. I didn't get the ice cream, but I imagine that is the best thing they service at this place. I would recommend sticking to the ice cream and getting the shave ice at Island Vintage. read more
I had really high hopes for Island Cream Co, but was sadly disappointed. We swung by a couple hours ago and there was only one person in front of us. We stood there for 10 minutes and no one greeted us or acknowledged us. When it was finally our turn, more customers showed up and all of a sudden two additional workers came from the back to help out... We felt like we weren't cared for and that was a huge turn off for us. We ordered two small glacier ice station shaved ice. The flavors I chose were guava, passion fruit and lychee. I thought the flavors were really good, but I unfortunately didn't add enough syrup so it was on the weaker side which made it harder to eat. That's my fault though! The shop itself is clean and has AC. Our main problem was the lack of customer service we received. It's sad to see so many 5 star reviews, but I'm not able to write on for them today... read more
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There are so many flavors to try out, luckily they have a sampler platter where you can try up to 6 flavors! Definitely worth for 2 people. Our favorite was the lilikoi passion fruit cheesecake! Our server was also chill and patience with us while sampling. He even gave us some recommendations that we added to our sampler! We will be back trying other flavors! read more
After having had dinner close by, we headed to Island Cream for dessert. What a place, all bright and inviting with do it yourself shave ice and a bunch of ice cream flavors to choose from. I went for the ice cream, selecting two different styles of caramel, one salty and one with pecans. To be more precise after reading their website, they have 36 island cream flavors to choose from. Island cream is a little different than ice cream, a difference I honestly didn't notice because I didn't know to consider. For me it was "Ice Cream, GOOD". They offer a whole display of familiar and unfamiliar flavors. While I didn't notice much caramel flavor that's common for me, I almost need veins of caramel or caramel candy for it to really stand out, I did very much like the overall act of eating my island cream. This was a nice treat to finish the day. read more
Great for kids! Adults too. Flavors are abundant and very enticing. The shave ice I believe would be the main attraction because of the self serve syrups. Price is above average but noted you are in a tourist town. They do let you taste before buying, I know this because of the dude in front of me tasted like 3-4 flavors. Can't stand bozos like that. Anyway. Great place! read more
Everyone has their "go to" for shave ice on the island, but this place right here is definitely mine! Why? For me, it's all about the way they pack on the ice, as well as, the texture!! You're probably reading this and thinking, "girl, it's just ice!" Naw dude, it's not...it's Glacier Ice! LOL!! We came several times on our visit, and the same awesome girl made a perfect icy mountain ready for me to put three flavors on there (self-serve...genius!). Careful though, it can get sticky and messy if you don't read the instructions. They will be the one to add the li-hing powder and condensed cream if you want (a must try!) You can't go wrong with any of their ice creams, fro-yos, and gelato as well! Give this place a try if you're in the area. It's a super refreshing treat on a warm day! CHEERS and happy eating till next time... read more
We always stop here at least once during our annual visit. The ice cream is always fresh with some great spins on the flavors. The service is good and they let you sample as many flavors as you want. If you're into shaved ice the selections are off the chart. They have indoor seating as well as a few tables outside. read more
Stopped for ice cream after a meal at Kīhei Kaffe. A bit of a line but it moved quickly. The people taking orders were so happy and didn't balk at all with samples. We got chocolate, a banana flavor and a Dubai chocolate flavor. All of them were very flavorful and were enjoyed outside before heading to our hotel. read more
This may be the best ice cream/shave ice on the islands. The combo makes for some creative ideas, the sposhy being one of them. It has everything - fluffy shave ice, mango/strawberry flavor made from real fruit, real strawberries, real mango, pillowy mochi, mango pearls, condensed milk, and ice cream. I opted for Mac nut, which was awesome. Go check out Island Cream Co. I will a few more times this week read more
1 year ago
Simply put: tasty ice cream, great service, reasonable prices for a touristy area. They have a ton of options to choose from and that allows ya to be creative in formulating your own dessert. I kept it simple and just got ice cream in a cup! read more
Island Cream Co. did not disappoint! The moment I walked in, I was overwhelmed in the best way possible so many flavors to choose from, each one looking phenomenal. It honestly made it hard to decide because everything had my mouth watering. I ended up going with the strawberry, guava, and berry gelato, and it was the perfect choice. The presentation alone was beautiful, the vibrant pink and red tones popped against the golden waffle bowl, making it just as fun to look at as it was to eat. The scoops were smooth, creamy, and rich, and you could tell the flavors were fresh and crafted with care. The taste? Incredible. Each bite was bursting with flavor, refreshing, and exactly what you want on a hot day. It hit the spot perfectly sweet, fruity, and indulgent without being too heavy. On top of that, the service was great super kind and welcoming and the shop itself was spotless, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely a place I'll be coming back to again and again. Highly recommend! read more
3 months ago
Top notch ice cream and Shave Ice! Delicious with a crazy variety of options and flavors. If you can't find your frozen dessert favorite here you never will! Generous portions and friendly people! Located across the street from the Lahina Cannery! read more
4 months ago
New trendy place for ice cream, shave ice and gelato, which was packed with customers at approximately 8 pm. The ice cream itself is creamy and tasty, BUT WAY OVERPRICED!!!! How can you charge $14.99 plus tax for shave ice? OK, so the Sposhy has a VERY small scoop of ice cream (approx 2 T) inside the shave ice, a FEW boba balls, a squirt of condensed milk and a few mochi balls????? ... but $15 is pretty ridiculous IMO Good luck.. I'm not sure how many will be able to continue supporting you! read more
11 months ago
Came by this shave ice spot accidentally but so grateful we did. So many options and I wish we had more time on the 'aina so we could try out all the flavors. Everyone was so nice and helpful plus all the tables were really clean and not sticky at all. read more
8 months ago
The mango ice cream? So good. It's bright, super fruity, and tastes like actual fresh island mango -- not that artificial candy flavor. Creamy but still light, which is kind of dangerous because you'll finish it fast and immediately consider a second scoop. Friendly staff! Love supporting a local spot that really leans into tropical flavors. If mango's your thing, this one's a winner. Would you go waffle cone or cup? read more
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305 Keawe St
Ste 511
Lahaina Gateway Ctr
Lahaina, HI 96761
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Are there dairy free options?
We normally offer 3-4 "non-dairy" options daily---in the form of Sorbets. Thanks!
Hi. Do you cater to people with peanut allergies?
Depending on what is being served each day, which changes, we have a chart which shows which selections are nut free
Are there sugar free options?
Yes. We will always have at least one choice per day, normally it’s sugar-free raspberry sorbet.
Do you think you will see your ice cream anywhere but maui? If you do please let me know. Thank you
No, not at this time. Our original plans were to expand on all Islands, however, unfortunately the State of Hawaii and specifically Maui are VERY anti-business locations. Any expansion would most likely be on the main-land and we do have numerous…
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