This is going on the list!…read more My normal GO TO shaved ice is Waiola when I'm in town and Matsumoto when I'm on the north shore, but looks like I'm going to the Shimazu Store when I'm on the leeward side. It all comes down to the ice. Gotta be fine melt in your mouth ice. Not chunky or gritty. And they got the good ice here. They have some other good local goodies like arare and li hing mui candies. As far as shaved ice goes, I always get the same thing: ice cream on the bottom, vanilla shaved ice, and a snow cap of condensed milk on the top. The ice cream was average quality (probably wouldn't get that again), but the syrup they used for the saved ice is so flavorful. Maybe the best syrup I've had. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

D1 always craving a sweet treat. And sweet treat she shall have. So so so close to home now and…read moreconveniently located next to @sushibaykapolei Smells like popcorn as soon as you open the door. I was tempted to get some bc I love me some furikake popcorn. So many flavors to choose from, but luckily they make it easy and we opted for a Local Favorite: The Tropical Medley- lilikoi, mango, and guava topped with condensed milk w vanilla ice cream and homemade mochi hiding under the snow like texture shave ice. The ice is so soft and the mochi has the perfect chewy texture. Their syrups are delicious and not overly sweet. They sell a bunch of snacks in addition to the popcorn, as well as other snacks and treats like li hing candies, okoshi, and "power bars". The girl at the counter was super, sweet, and friendly. Our order came out very quickly and was made perfectly. We ordered the keiki size and it was still plenty for 3 people. Will definitely be back to try different flavors, and definitely back for the popcorn. #supportlocal

Best shave Ice on the island You can't not get wrong with…read morethis one. I had Melona- ube- lilikol and rainbow Yes I came two times on the same day and I have to try many flavors. Refreshing and flavorful

We purchased three keiki sized shaved ice n two 2 of them were cotton candy flavored…read more I noticed the color wasn't as pink at it as it usually is, but we ordered snow cap with this so it still had some taste. Once the snowcapped area was eaten.. there was zero flavor. I told the owner n he added more syrup. Again no flavor. All he said was sorry. Didn't bother asking to get a new one since I had half..but he should have offered something esp two of us complained n threw half of it away. Gave him a one star since he did not want to attempt to fix the issue. See the pic.

Super embarrassed to say that I'm always on the West side and this is the first time I've tried…read morethis place (face palm). I know I've passed it many times on the way to Makaha beach and Pray for Sets. A friend had recommended this place and since we were close by, we decided to drop in. From the moment we entered, we felt like valued guests. The employees were friendly, hospitable, and were super thankful for our business. I ordered rainbow with ice cream and azuki beans. Loved the fact that they use Dave's ice cream (and not the cheap stuff that's probably not even ice cream). The ice is powdery and snow soft and melts in your mouth! The ratio of syrup to ice is just right - it was not overly sweet like some other places. Prices are also SUPER reasonable compared to other tourist places. They also sell aloha wear and accessories, making this place a one stop shop for all your local needs. Definitely make the trip to Makaha to get some delicious shaved ice then walk across the street to enjoy it on the beach.

Reasonably priced shave ice that is super soft and fine! They make it pretty quick too. However, my…read moreadvice is to just get strawberry. We tried, guava, lilikoi, pog, melon and all of them were just so-so. Only the strawberry really had flavor. My MIL said "everything tastes like nothing" when describing the other flavors. Strawberry was good though. This shave ice is solid. BUT: Don't get their ice cream. I got it on a previous visit and it was horrible. Completely melted instantly and tasted like freezer burn. They made us a new one that time and the ice cream was still melted and bad tasting.

Been wanting to try this spot ever since I heard it opened last year. Definitely the spot to visit…read morewhen you're in need of a sweet treat after walking around the mall. Located near Old Navy across from Johnny Rockets. The store was very clean and vibrant. I ordered the Coffee Craz snow ice and hubbs ordered a Thai Tea Float. If you're a coffee lover, the Coffee Craz is perfect for you. The snow ice was drenched in rich coffee flavor covered with condensed milk with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. The vanilla ice cream wasn't just plain vanilla either; it was a special deluxe flavor that I can't quite describe. All I can say is it went so perfectly with all the flavors combined. Service was quick and friendly. So glad I found a snow ice spot close to home, will definitely be returning again!

We came here for some dessert while at Kamakanalii Mall. The staff was friendly and the store was…read moreclean and inviting. There were cute decorations especially for Halloween time. My boys got an ube ice cream to share and they loved it. We'll definitely be back to try some of their dessert shave ice bowls. Happy eating!

Oh maaaan! As soon as we walked in we knew we would struggle to decide on all the delicious…read moreflavors! The service was great. So friendly and welcoming! We got there about 20 minutes before they closed but they were patient and were not rushing us in anyway. We enjoyed our delicious treat outside because the weather was perfect! Loved this place and can't wait to visit when we go back to Maui!

A Mixed Experience -- I'd Recommend Sharing the Large!…read more During my trip to Oahu, I decided to stop by Island Shave Ice and Creamery to try their Hawaiian shave ice. I enjoy exploring different shave ice spots whenever I'm in Hawaii, so I was excited to give this place a try! Unfortunately, I had mixed feelings about my experience. There were a few things I appreciated, but also some things I wish had been better. Since this was my first visit, I decided to order a large. Looking back, I think that was my first mistake! Unlike some shave ice places that offer only one size, this location offers three different sizes, which is nice because you have options. However, I would definitely recommend ordering a small if you're eating by yourself. If you're planning to get a large, I think it's much better to share it with someone! My biggest disappointment was how quickly the ice started melting. Personally, I love shave ice that's finely shaved until it's soft and fluffy, almost like snow. Unfortunately, the texture here was noticeably crunchier than what I prefer. Because I ordered a large, the ice began melting before I could really enjoy the entire dessert. I felt like I had to hurry to finish it instead of taking my time and enjoying every bite. Another thing I noticed was that the mochi didn't arrive together with my shave ice. It was brought out separately a little later. I appreciated that it was freshly made, but I would have preferred having everything served together. Overall, it wasn't a terrible experience, but it wasn't quite what I was hoping for either. I personally prefer the softer, snow-like texture of shave ice, and the quick melting made it difficult to fully enjoy my order. My advice for first-time visitors: Order a small if you're enjoying it alone, or consider sharing a large with someone. That way, you have a better chance of finishing it before it melts! I'm glad I gave this place a try. Sometimes visiting new places helps you discover what you enjoy and what you might do differently next time. Overall experience: 3/5

Everyone knows shave ice is the best during the summertime & Ululani's is an all time favorite for…read moreme. It was my first time trying this location in Pearl city. Located in the same shopping center as Times, right on the corner, so there is ample parking. Upon arrival there was a small line but the 2 employees were hard at work. I decided on an "Ulu" size shave ice with Tigers Blood, Lychee, Guava - added li hing sauce & snow cap (both for an additional charge). The shave ice texture was amazing & syrups were really fresh & flavorful! Ululani's started in Maui and uses pure cane sugar for their syrups & ultra filtered water for their ice. I also didn't know how many locations are on island now so it's good to know there's always an Ululani's stop nearby. Will definitely be back!

Overall, this place is yummy, although I will say it is on the more expensive side. I was a little…read moresad to find out they don't offer a kamaʻāina discount. I've come here a few times when I have friends visiting the island, and it's definitely a good spot to bring visitors. That being said, my go-to for shave ice is still Waiola Shave Ice.

First time I came here was in 2001, nothing has changed. Still great shaved ice. They have a great…read moreassortment of toppings. The mochi here is sweeter than most places. Recommend getting it with the ice cream and condensed milk on top. I personally love the tapioca, rainbow jelly and mochi toppings. The only downside is the lack of seating both indoor and outdoor.

Great custard! But otherwise just alright…read more Food - 3/5 Star of the show is the custard, which was great. However, some of the syrups tasted too medicinal. Maybe we're just used to the homemade/natural syrups that most places use now. We also got mochi which was decent. Service - 5/5 Friendly service! Ambiance - 4/5 Cash only. There is only a window to order from but the plaza has tables outside to sit at.

This place will surprise you! We have been coming to the…read moreislands for years. We know many of the local places. If you want a large portion high quality fish plate you don't have to go to North Shore and eat off the katsu tuna truck!. Katsu Tuna and Garlic Tuna here you can't miss. My wife and I split the plates fo re two different stops. The cautery boards are amazing as well. Don't miss this place it's one of our favorite places now. They even have live music a few nights a week.

Last visit for a while after today's experience. Ordered $16 in drinks, $30 braised beef loco moco…read moreand a $11 piece of cheesecake. Only my wife's drink came out, 10 minutes after receiving the loco moco. My drink NEVER came, so asked for it... still nothing. After we finished the loco moco and tried to ask about my drink AGAIN, they finally made it. It was 33 minutes after ordering (per my receipt). Then I realized they never brought the cheesecake out. Just asked for the slice to be refunded at that point. I like the coffees there, but not enough to spend that much only to wait and watch everyone else come and go with their orders.

Always checking out local Korean food, Spoon Bunsik is a hidden gem. The Kalbi, bulgogi and…read moreTteokbokki were all very delicious. Staff were all so friendly Plenty of parking. We'll be back soon Much Mahalo

Went here a few weeks ago on a day where their power went out. The lights were all off but the…read morefront door was wide open so we peeked inside. There were a few diners and it was very warm inside with no AC running. Apparently their gas was still going and they were trying to cook off as much food as they could before it spoiled. Thus, we opted to place a big take-out order to which they happily accepted. We ordered a little bit of everything, from the seaweed roll to mandoo, vegetable croquette, tteokbokki with ramen noodles, cold noodles, meat jun and tofu stew. Everything was packaged nicely in their own containers. When we got home, the hot food was hot and the cold food was cold. Everything was so delicious, I can't tell you which item I liked better than the other. I will definitely go back to eat here in person, and try some of their desserts too!

I stopped in to check them out when I saw a sign saying that they're under new management. The…read morestore layout has changed a bit, possibly to add more space for products (Asian snacks). What really caught my attention is was the boba menu and extensive toppings bar. The menu even has a "healthy" smoothie section and I decided to try an avocado smoothie with no added sugar--I love when I can customize the amount of sweetness in my drinks. By smoothies came out fast and it was amazingly rich, creamy and so "milky" in a good way. I've already been back again for another one!

Hula boba is one of my favorite places to go for a smoothie. Parking is super easy and plentiful…read more Staff here are very helpful. Service is very quick too quick that sometimes I don't have time to browse all the snacks that they have in their shop. And lastly, the price is right.