Pelican snowball is usually the place to be for me and my kids. I amped it up to my friend. But on this day it was different. I got the dreamsicle stuffed with vanilla ice cream. It's a $2 upcharge if you want it stuffed. The ice cream was good, but the actual snow cone was dry and didn't taste good. My friends was the opposite, she had watermelon and margarita flavors, and they put so much syrup there was barely any snow cone. Hers was a certified cup of sweet juice. Lol. We tried to sit outside, there at the tables, but the ants were marching one by one with their ant families out there. So we got up quickly when we realized the ambush!! Lol. I'm gonna say this has to just be a off day because I usually love snow cones, so I'll come back and stick to my regular flavors . There's so many flavor combinations you could try. I definitely recommend looking online before coming so you'll know what you want already. You can do the drive thru or walk up to the window. Check them out!! read more

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Pretty presentation, but not the snowball experience I was hoping for. A friend of mine has been raving about Pelican's Snowballs, so I finally gave in and decided to give it a try. She met me there and was excited for me to taste what she's been loving--but unfortunately, it just didn't hit for me. I ordered the Watermelon Margarita--a combo of two flavors in one snowball. Right off the bat, it had way too much syrup and not enough ice. It felt more like a slushy than a snowball, and the texture just didn't give me that classic soft, fluffy shave ice vibe I was expecting. On the flip side, my friend ordered a flavor that had ice cream in the center, and she felt hers didn't have enough syrup--so it ended up being kind of dry. Between the two of us, the experience felt really inconsistent. One was too wet, one was too dry. Just not balanced. I really wanted to love this place--especially since the menu is fun and nostalgic--but for me, the flavor-to-ice ratio was off. I probably wouldn't return unless they made some adjustments. That said, staff was friendly and the colors were cute--so points for that. Just not a repeat for me read more

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Lots of flavors! The best shaved ice and fast service!! We waited all summer to finally get to bring everyone visiting on this trip! It's a cute, clean and inviting place to bring your family to sit or drive thru! read more

Pelican's SnoBalls - The family finally getting to try Pelicans after I have bragged all year!! - Desserts Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Excellent! There were several varieties and you could pick and chose flavors and add ice cream if look like.

I was in the mood for Italian ice, and since I had my 8 year old god daughter with me, I thought it was the perfect time to stop. I had not actually been here before and now I'm so glad that I went. The service was quick, and the flavor that I got (I can't remember the name) was super tasty. I'll definitely be back! read more

Pelican's SnoBalls - a person holding a cup of ice cream - Desserts Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Most flavorless ice. . . Stengy with the flavoring and had the nerve to get an attitude when asked for more flavor.

My family has become huge fans of shaved ice. It's like no other cold treat in the area, so no comparison. With only two locations in the area, Norfolk and Virginia Beach it gets crazy busy in warm weather. The other location on Lynnhaven in VB is undergoing repairs and is closed. So this was my first time at the Norfolk spot. Not so impressed with the sketchy area, or the fact it say VB Blvd and it's somewhat just off, so pay attention. It is on the Southside of the road. The parking lot is tiny, but all was good today since they just opened for the season and a chill was in the air. The lot was littered with napkins from their business and other minor debris. There are two drive thru lanes which is great! This is as unusual as you will find. Our family just walked up to the window, no wait. Oh yes there was the wait of my daughter contemplating 100 different flavors. Pelican had really wacky out there flavors and your allowed to mix two at same price. Two sizes of regular and large. Recommend the regular as plenty. Three regular ices were $8+ without tip. The young woman at the window was very sweet and offered suggestions. The three ices came out quickly and were correct. There was only one other employee working that I saw. There are a few tables on the side to set down which we did. It was a windy day, so I can get the debris in the lot. But this still should be policed. It says something about their clientele when you can't pick up after yourself. Okay last but not least. All three tasted awesome! Shaved ice is very unique and maybe it's worth the price. I can tell you crowds and crowds wait in lines over 45 min in the hot sun for it. Me, I really like it but I'm not waiting long. Also I'm not coming often its too expensive. I do recommend checking either location out for a unique coo treat. read more

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Great spot when it's hot or when you want to impress kids with the unlimited flavors. I love the shark.

First time having these.. was a little skeptical since it looked empty but the flavored ice was soooo good. Sometimes shaved ice lacks flavor but it was really good and for a good price. Wish they had them in FL read more

Hella bomb raspados, no line, hella cheap, def don't sleep on this lil drive thru it's fire!

This place should be all stars for their idea alone. I love how there are so many topping options. I've been back again since the first time I checked in. I love the sour spray and condensed milk options. They were delicious. The price is perfect for what you get. The kiddie one is so big for the price! I really love this place. A quick and perfect go to for snocones. If you have a pip get the "pup cup!". It's only a dollar for your dog, and it's huge! read more

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The snowcones are great. I truly enjoy them everytime. I go there I can eat a regular one so I always get a kiddy. Which is more then enough for me. The service is great and the people working their are very pleasant and friendly. I will recommend Pelican's SnoBalls to my family and friends. I will most definitely be going back every chance I get. I'm ready to go get one now but they close in 10 minutes. read more

Waiting in line far to long just to get to the window for them to not accept my cash payment stating it's "company policy" I'm highly upset w this location I have been to previous locations and have experienced the opposite. Poorly ran location. read more

Imagine cold cotton candy dissolving in your mouth. That's what shaved ice feels like, it's nothing like snow cones. Add some condensed milk to make it creamer and sweeter. I actually had red raspberry with condensed milk on one side and cream on the other, DELICOUS. There are 100 flavors to choose from. Sugar free is also available (splenda). Pelican's is a franchise and Yordan Guzman sold his first of, I'm certain, many SnoBall's today. He was hanging the last of many signs with a smile ear to ear. He also put out corn hole, hula hoops and other games to keep his customers happy. David LeBlanc, manager of 8 franchises in eastern Virginia was happy to share some of the history of Pelican's. He says many of the owners worked as ice shavers as young'uns. By the end of this year they expect to have more than 100 Pelican's open. This location has a nice grassy area for kids and those that are a kid at heart to play. There are also many tables with umbrellas to sit and enjoy your treat. If you are in a hurry and want it "to-go" you can enjoy the drive-thru. I have a lot of hope for Yordan. This is a great spot for families to enjoy each other without breaking the bank. I also see sports teams coming here after their games. And dessert after any meal. read more

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This place was perfect for an after work treat before sitting in traffic all the Hampton yesterday. The service was quick, but I can only imagine how in the summer it could potentially turn really slow when everyone is headed to the beach. I got the Tigers Blood and Polar Punch and was incredibly Please to not have my mouth turn a funky color! Definitely bring your family out to one of these places! It was awesome! read more

Pelican's SnoBalls - Adorably decorated spot! - Desserts Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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This place brings me back to my childhood, except better! Pelican's have very many flavors, so you can mix and match but anything over 2 flavors is 50 cents per flavor. There snocones are amazing, the ice is soft & fluffy, the portions are big, and the price is small! I highly recommend trying this place if you love snocones and just can't find anyone to make them for you. If you want to grab some & take it to go, they also offer lids on the cups for to-go orders. Definitely a must try! **Update** I went there again today & one of the guys told me that they only give military discounts if you're in uniform & an ID doesn't count. First and foremost, why would I come right after work & go out of my way while in uniform to get a snocone? Secondly, you have to ask for your snocone to be considered "to-go" even if you're ordering through the drive thru. I really felt that was unnecessary. read more

Pelican's SnoBalls - Open! - Desserts Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Its my first time here and it was great i got the strawberry with condensed milk and it was so delicious. The prices and sizes where also reasonable if your craving something sweet and delicious definitely check this place out read more

Pelican's SnoBalls - Strawberry with condensed milk so delicous - Desserts Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

The best snow cone I've ever had. It was literally like eating flavored snow. The staff was very polite. They even had someone checking the grounds and keeping it clean. I will be back very soon! read more

Pelican's SnoBalls - This picture doesnt even do it justice! - Desserts Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

If you're looking for a seriously delicious snowball, snow cone, then look no further. The flavors are abound and the combinations absolutely mouth watering. Well worth it! I got the "Butterfly Bliss" and The flavor combinations birthday cake and cotton candy with a sour medium sized gummy. O M G. But you don't have to stop there...there are so many flavors you can come up with your own special concoction. My son 6 and my niece 8 are convinced they should have them for breakfast lunch and dinner. I am actually no longer considering snow cones for just the summer season...thanks to Pelicans! Soooooo yummmm! read more

I have Been to this place everyday for the last two weeks. I love it the flavors are bomb there is never a long line. The people are friendly. The only thing I wish they had instead of the Thursday keychains would be pinch cards, like with the tenth snoball it is free. But other than that everything is great. read more

Pelican's SnoBalls - Desserts Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I love snoballs. I got the Butterfly kiss but they were out of the butterfly gummies. It was good besides the lack of syrup once I got through the first bite. read more

Pelican's SnoBalls - Butterfly kiss - Desserts Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I've heard and seen so many of people talking and going to this place so I decided to try it out. Honestly I had such better expectations for it. Maybe it was the location or bad timing, but it could have been a lot better. The location itself looks like it's deserted and closed so I would have never known if it was open or not. The tables outside don't have umbrellas so the seats were hot and you'd probably burn while eating your snow cones. Lol. The good thing is there is a drive through and they have 2 service windows. I got a regular cheesecake and mango snow cone with nerds and sweetened condensed milk. It was delicious at first but once it got to the middle, it was all syrup and no more ice. I didn't even finish, I stopped half way. It was only like $3 for a regular I believe. You are allowed to have 2 flavors with the price and allowed to add more flavors for an extra price. I think toppings were extra. There was a large variety of flavors. Overall, it was an okay experience and I'll be trying a different location. read more

Pelican's SnoBalls - The outside - Desserts Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Holy cannoli. I've never had a Snoball before in my life that was as magical as these. What do they put in these things? Crack cocaine? Lol! But seriously There are soooooo many flavors to choose from and you can get 2 flavors before they start charging you for more flavors. I like the rainbow snoball. Tigers blood is this amazing coconut fruit punch I don't know what but it's a heavenly melody of fruit flavors that make the whole world seem like a better place. My husband's flavor is POG and tigers blood together. I like to try something different each time. You'll never go wrong here. This is the perfect summer time snack. I LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE!!! They also will do private parties so I'm thinking of having a BBQ and hiring them for a couple hours. Holla read more

Love the snowballs here! So many varieties! Great service!!! The best on a hot day! Wish there was a location closer to my house in Shore drive! read more

The best snow cones ever! Highly recommend, a huge variety of flavors and the prices are very reasonable! Two drive thru windows to help the line move quicker. The ice is finely crushed so you do not have to spend your time chewing the ice. Definitely a must in the hot weather! We go here all of the time! read more

This will probably be the best thing outside of Hawaii. I took my boys here to beat the heat and am glad I did! They have tons of flavors to choose from and add one you can get too. I ordered tiger's blood with condensed milk on it and man...just thinking of it makes me want to order another one. It hits the sweet tooth and cools you off at the same time. The prices are reasonable too. Be prepared to wait because there is a drive through line as well as a walk up. The workers seem to take 1 car and then 1 person so there's usually a bit of a line. Well worth the wait in my opinion. read more

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Yum! I wish there were more locations. Snowballs are exactly what you want on a hot day. They have a jillion flavors!

This was an absolute delicious treat! I took my grandson and his friend. We had only heard about this place. I actually ended up getting a kiddie size root beer float and it was amazingly delicious! The boys got a small, The Unicorn and they loved it. We will definitely be returning. read more

These snoballs are sweet but great flavor. I got lime, mango and cream and my hubby got green apple. Mine was better, not sure if it was the cream or just the flavor. read more

These snoballs are great. The choice of flavors is on point. Super fluffy snow. Love the Strawberry cheesecake and cream. My Pelican favorite. read more

Pelican's SnoBalls - Menu - Desserts Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Yum yum yum shaved ice on a hot sweltering day. A drive thru on each side and a million flavor combinations. We got a rainbow and a pog, both had really good flavors. The snow is fine but not as fine or fluffy as Hawaiian ice. SnoBalls and Chill... read more

Went here the other night as an after dinner craving. I ordered a large of the egg custard and candy apple, husband ordered large lemon lime and pineapple. It was ok. Nothing super special. I didn't think the flavors were as spot on as I expected them to be. In fact the candy apple didn't taste at all like candy apple but the egg custard tasted closer to the candy apple flavor. The drive thru line was pretty ridiculous. We waited online for about 15 minutes or more before placing our order. Kind of in a sketch area too as we were getting circled by onlookers while we were eating in our car. Wouldn't come back probably unless it was a super super hot night. Would probably go to different location too. read more

Yum, snow cones! So many flavors and combinations to choose from or create. Portions are big and we were fine Doug the kids size snow cones. They are a bit sweet but refreshing on a hot day! read more

Tried this place on a whim, I loved NOLA's shaved ice and I was really hoping this place was legit, the line was long and it was super hot. I didn't mind because it gave me more time to look over the enormous menu, I tried the Maui wow i.e., I was great, I got a pup bowl (not sure of the correct name) for my dog and she loved it! read more

The snowballs were truly sensational. I had the superhero strawberry & blueberry . The location does look sketchy but don't let that turn you away from this gem. read more

Meh, you'd think a place specializing in snow cones would have better or more natural flavorings. The lemonade flavor tasted fake and almost chemical like, it was pretty bad. Yeah, the ice itself was great, but what's the point if it doesn't taste good. Oh, and the woman at the window had an attitude which sealed my decision that I won't return. read more

LOVE love LOVE Pelican's. The people are always friendly and the product is always amazing. I do wish it was a little cheaper and a bit faster BUT still love the place my family and I go almost weekly and both kids love it. read more

I got the cotton candy snow cream, and it was truly one of the best things that I've ever had in my life! Pelican's has single-handedly taken my business from all other ice cream shops, as their delicious product was like no other, and they're much more affordable. They're stuck with me for as long as we live in the area, and as long as they're open, which will hopefully be for a very long time! Thank you! :) read more

The worse customer service ever. The manager is the worse of them all she is very rude. On my first visit I waited at the window for minutes before she addressed me and had an attitude the entire time. My last visit she argued with me. My family and I agreed to partake in their t-shirt challenge. The only rule displayed is that you have to purchase 100 snowballs in one season. My son and I would purchase one each every time we visited, they would normally give us points for each. Today the manager refused to do say stating it was against the rules. I am unsure what rules she is mentioning because they are not displayed anywhere, are each employee able to make up rules of their own? We argued back n fwd for 10 minutes while her lines got longer and longer. read more