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Vayla's Gourmet Shaved Ice

4.5 (51 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Onesha L.

Great for a nice cold sweet treat! Good service and a wide variety of flavors and combinations to choose from. Not a lot of places to sit but it's located in the falls so you can definitely find sitting somewhere.

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Jennifer L.

Let's be honest. Shaved ice isn't that hard to get wrong. Plus, it's expensive. I feel guilty spending so much on frozen water sometimes Lol. However, people seem to love it , regardless. So, if you like shaved us ( like my kids do), Vayla's is a good choice. They've got great flavor combos and the syrups themselves have a nice taste to them. A little bit beyond just the sugary syrup you often get with this type of dessert. Aside from that, service was great and they were exercising all precautions with the pandemic. Recommended.

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Natalie N.

You can't go wrong with some shaved ice on a hot sunny day here in South Florida. This spot offers a variety of flavors with a few toppings to choose from as well. Shaved ice has become a guilty pleasure of mine... Lol, it's definitely nostalgic especially if you grew up here in South Florida. If you find yourself in the Falls or are in the area this is a great place to satisfy your sweet tooth! I spent around $11 when I came with my boyfriend and we got a water bottle as well so it's definitely inexpensive. I highly recommend this spot.

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Kris A.

The shaved iced was delicious and the customer service was great. Perfect for a hot summer day. Also in a great location in The Falls Mall. We will be back : )

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Alex B.

Clean little place at the falls that was taken over by a frozen yogurt spot. A different twist on shaved ice. Can select your size, stuffing, flavor and topping. My kids love shaved ice. My kids approved and we will be returning.

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Roxana A.

I have never heard of a place that does snow cones. They usually sold on the side of the road or in the stadium. I was very impressed. They have a wide variety of choices of flavors and toppings. All flavors are not artificial flavors either. They even have flavors that don't dye your clothes too. Which is wonderful for children, and their clothes lol . Store located right by the Michael Kors Store in The Falls Mall...

Lin C.

Wow! That's all I have to say!! I grew update on shaved ice but Kimberly takes it you the next level !! Her ideas are amazing taking Shaved Ice creations to the next level ! As we were talking, she was creating new ideas that each sounding tantalizing and better than the one before! She did say she will take customer's ideas. You need to hurry so you too can get your favorite creation on the wall!! Great spot ! Family friendly, cheerful and extremely friendly! Great place to be creatively 'cool' ! I know you too will enjoy it like I did! I definitely will be a repeat customer!!!

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Maritza C.

So I loved the texture of this shaved ice, very thin but heavy and dense. Not like a snow cone where it's bits of ice. The portions are huge! The small is almost like a quart of Chinese food. Price I guess is reasonable since it's trendy but overpriced for ice. There are plenty of flavors to choose from along with different combinations. There isn't really anywhere to sit inside or right outside.

Kylan W.

Very good. Check out the sign below.. gluten, high fructose corn syrup, kosher and natural flavor options for a sno cone or flavored ice place! The world for eating is getting better and healthier!! I did the guava and the family had lemon lime and cherry... added some coconut based cream topping.... haven't seen this before....YUMMY!!

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Yasmina C.

The gourmet shaved ice is just delicious, one of the best so far! I got the root beer float and loved it. Anything with condensed milk taste yummy. Great place for the kids.

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Victoria R.

The owner is very friendly and great at giving recommendations . They have over 50 flavors and some sugar free ones which I found very cool . It is in a nice small place but very neat and organized . I would 10/10 recommend stopping by if you are near by you won't regret it . Great amount of shaved ice for the price !

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Terry R.

This was spectacular! Best shaved ice I've ever had , texture was sooooo amazing and the condensed milk is a must try over it Thanks ladies , looking forward to going back

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The amazing combinations are so delicious. Its a wonderful treat especially in the Miami weather.

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My daughters favorite place!!! Can never go wrong with some shaved on in this Miami weather!

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Very friendly staff, array of flavors and very cute location. Love their premade to go cups and my kids love the rainbow flavor.

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Love this place!!! There are a variety of yummy flavors, it takes me back to my childhood days. Highly recommend it!

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This place is awesome! It's not too sugary or sweet; it's a very refreshing dessert option.

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