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I've been going to Waiola Shave Ice since I was a child, so it's extra special that I now get to bring my own children here every time we visit Oahu. It's one of those places that brings back so many childhood memories and never disappoints. The shave ice is so smooth and fluffy, and I love that they offer Keiki (kids) sizes--the perfect amount for little ones. My kids always look forward to getting their shave ice when we're on the island. There's street parking available, plus a parking lot to the right of the shave ice shop, which makes stopping by pretty convenient. There are also benches where you can sit and enjoy your shave ice, although there aren't any tables. If you're visiting Oahu, definitely add Waiola Shave Ice to your list. It's a must for our family every time we're back.
Probably my favorite shave ice place for both the price and taste! The lychee actually tastes like real lychee rather than an artificial syrup, which I love. I'm usually a lychee lilikoi girlie, and honestly, it's so good even without adding any extra toppings. I've tried it with other toppings too, but sometimes simple is best. This has definitely become one of my staple places to take people who are visiting. We for sure always make a stop here whenever my sister comes home!
The best!!! I ordered 2 fruit flavors with condense milk as topping. Delicious!!! The condense milk made all the difference - sweet and creamy. What's not to love. We also order one with ice cream in the middle. That too was very good.
7/15/26 First dessert stop on the island is waiola shave ice of course!!! Large shave ice with sugar syrup for $5 melt in your mouth yum! Service is quick and easy! Mini mart style with goodies to sell avail inside. Always a line but usually quick. Located in a residential area with a small parking space or street parking! Takes CC and cash.
Very limited seating. There are only 2 benches outside. No restrooms either. We ordered shave ice. They also have candy, dried fruit, and li hing muy inside. The service was very quick. Best thing to have on a hot, humid day!
Waiola Shave Ice is a classic, must-have for locals and visitors. I always get the Strawberry Cream, but all their flavors are delicious and go great with the wide assortment of toppings that they offer. Some of the most delicious syrups and softest ice on the island. The workers are friendly and fast! Vibe: They have outdoor seating and a little shop full of snacks, merchandise, and trinkets inside. Parking: They have a small parking lot, but parking can be difficult. We usually park on the street.
Really is the best shave ice in Hawaii. The texture of the ice can't be beat and the syrups are not too sweet. Prices are also very reasonable. A small cup (perfect size for me) is $4 + toppings. The service is always quick. Parking is difficult though as it's only street parking.
The ice is smooooth and they had good selections of flavor. Service was standard and the establishment had its own parking lot and small seating areas for patrons. .
This is a spot I go to whenever I am in Honolulu. It's a great price with so much flavors! I love their tigers Blood with lychee, ice cream and condensed milk! I would give more but the people serving you are not very friendly. But hey, you're just there for some shaved ice so it's ok! Haha! They also have a little store in the back to get some li hing candies or other goodies! Super small location in a neighborhood. Parking is ok too it all depends how busy they are during the day but they do have street parking and parking to the right of their store if you're facing it. But definitely one of my go to spots! Must try!
Located on Waiola Street in the heart of Honolulu is this gem. Famous for their delicious shaved jce. When ordering don't hesitate to get the ice creams and condensed milk. The service is great! The store is small and has lots of merch. Overall it's a must stop if you plan on staying on the south side of the island.
Arrived right when they opened and there were already customers waiting. The cashier was friendly, quick and somehow remembered all 4 of our orders. The shave ice was delicious and the syrups tasted homemade. Perfect way to follow up a beach day. The location felt family friendly and has a ton of merch inside the store.
I've been going to Waiola's the past 20 yrs and have tried other shaved ice places but...This is best shaved ice in town! The consistency and finely shaved ice makes it my the best. My go to is the rainbow shaved ice with vanilla ice cream. It can get packed at times but parking is super easy, and rarely is it hard to find a spot. Lastly, they have super cute merch. I would put this on top of the list of shaved ice spots to visit when in town in Oahu!
25 days ago
Usually I'm not a big fan of shaved ice in general. However, in Hawaii the shaved ice is something that is done much differently than California. Dropped by to this place to try their shaved ice as it was said to local favorite and staple, and I am definitely happy to make this stop. On a warm, humid day this definitely hit the spot. Got the rainbow flavor and the entire shaved ice had flavor to it. Very light and refreshing. Parking is to the right of the store or street parking and can get full pretty quickly. Service was good, didn't need to wait too long to get our order even with a long line of customers. They also do accept cash here as well. Just outdoor sitting with a few benches to the side. read more
27 days ago
Incredible staple! Definitely a must try if you are a Hawaiian shaved ice lover! My party ordered the matcha strawberry bowl, the custard bowl, and the sundae bowl. All bowls were full of flavor and pleasantly soft in texture, but I have to say that the custard was my favorite! The custard inside the bowl of shaved ice really served as a delicious centerpiece, making this creative dessert all the more special! Plenty of flavors are available so don't be afraid to take your time and think about your choices. Sometimes flavors are hit or miss, and really depend on your personal taste palette, but I would definitely recommend the custard or sundae bowl if you're looking for a safe classic. The shop also really sticks out in this residential neighborhood and looks like a cute funhouse from the outside. This place has great vibes and makes for a perfect stop on sunny beach days! read more
1 month ago
I've been going to Waiola Shave Ice since I was a child, so it's extra special that I now get to bring my own children here every time we visit Oahu. It's one of those places that brings back so many childhood memories and never disappoints. The shave ice is so smooth and fluffy, and I love that they offer Keiki (kids) sizes--the perfect amount for little ones. My kids always look forward to getting their shave ice when we're on the island. There's street parking available, plus a parking lot to the right of the shave ice shop, which makes stopping by pretty convenient. There are also benches where you can sit and enjoy your shave ice, although there aren't any tables. If you're visiting Oahu, definitely add Waiola Shave Ice to your list. It's a must for our family every time we're back. read more
2 days ago
Probably my favorite shave ice place for both the price and taste! The lychee actually tastes like real lychee rather than an artificial syrup, which I love. I'm usually a lychee lilikoi girlie, and honestly, it's so good even without adding any extra toppings. I've tried it with other toppings too, but sometimes simple is best. This has definitely become one of my staple places to take people who are visiting. We for sure always make a stop here whenever my sister comes home! read more
The best!!! I ordered 2 fruit flavors with condense milk as topping. Delicious!!! The condense milk made all the difference - sweet and creamy. What's not to love. We also order one with ice cream in the middle. That too was very good. read more
7/15/26 First dessert stop on the island is waiola shave ice of course!!! Large shave ice with sugar syrup for $5 melt in your mouth yum! Service is quick and easy! Mini mart style with goodies to sell avail inside. Always a line but usually quick. Located in a residential area with a small parking space or street parking! Takes CC and cash. read more
2 months ago
Very limited seating. There are only 2 benches outside. No restrooms either. We ordered shave ice. They also have candy, dried fruit, and li hing muy inside. The service was very quick. Best thing to have on a hot, humid day! read more
Waiola Shave Ice is a classic, must-have for locals and visitors. I always get the Strawberry Cream, but all their flavors are delicious and go great with the wide assortment of toppings that they offer. Some of the most delicious syrups and softest ice on the island. The workers are friendly and fast! Vibe: They have outdoor seating and a little shop full of snacks, merchandise, and trinkets inside. Parking: They have a small parking lot, but parking can be difficult. We usually park on the street. read more
Really is the best shave ice in Hawaii. The texture of the ice can't be beat and the syrups are not too sweet. Prices are also very reasonable. A small cup (perfect size for me) is $4 + toppings. The service is always quick. Parking is difficult though as it's only street parking. read more
5 months ago
This is a spot I go to whenever I am in Honolulu. It's a great price with so much flavors! I love their tigers Blood with lychee, ice cream and condensed milk! I would give more but the people serving you are not very friendly. But hey, you're just there for some shaved ice so it's ok! Haha! They also have a little store in the back to get some li hing candies or other goodies! Super small location in a neighborhood. Parking is ok too it all depends how busy they are during the day but they do have street parking and parking to the right of their store if you're facing it. But definitely one of my go to spots! Must try! read more
Located on Waiola Street in the heart of Honolulu is this gem. Famous for their delicious shaved jce. When ordering don't hesitate to get the ice creams and condensed milk. The service is great! The store is small and has lots of merch. Overall it's a must stop if you plan on staying on the south side of the island. read more
2 months ago
Arrived right when they opened and there were already customers waiting. The cashier was friendly, quick and somehow remembered all 4 of our orders. The shave ice was delicious and the syrups tasted homemade. Perfect way to follow up a beach day. The location felt family friendly and has a ton of merch inside the store. read more
I've been going to Waiola's the past 20 yrs and have tried other shaved ice places but...This is best shaved ice in town! The consistency and finely shaved ice makes it my the best. My go to is the rainbow shaved ice with vanilla ice cream. It can get packed at times but parking is super easy, and rarely is it hard to find a spot. Lastly, they have super cute merch. I would put this on top of the list of shaved ice spots to visit when in town in Oahu! read more
A fairly popular shaved ice place recommended to many. You can get an affordable shaved ice for $4-8 depending on the size and topping. As we wanted to get to another place quickly, we opted to pay a little more for DoorDash pickup which came by pretty fast, but you lose a lot on the presentation as it is like an ice plate instead of shaved ice pile on top. This won't be my first and last time trying shaved ice, but it is something worthwhile to consider if you want the presentation. As for the shaved ice, I wish the texture was more smooth. I bit several chunks of fairly large ice and the liquid syrup tasted a bit artificial. We got the Obama rainbow which had cherry, lemon-lime, and passionfruit, and the passionfruit was my favorite while the lemon-lime tasted like cleaning liquid. read more
This is my favorite place to get shave ice in Hawaii! I usually get lililkoi and guava syrup which is always really fresh tasting! I always get ice cream on the bottom and li hing mui powder on top. If you're not local, you should give that a try. Its s popular crack seed in Hawaii from plum seed so it hint of bitterness with the sweetness of the fruit syrup. Delicious!!! Or ONO we say in the islands ! There are a couple benches out front so you can hang out and eat without making a mess in the car. Also check out the store which has lots of other snacks. The lady and keiki's that work there are always so nice, so be kind back to them! read more
26 days ago
So delicious and just what my sore throat needed and the staff was incredibly sweet!!! I will definitely be coming back and often read more
4 months ago
27 days ago
If you are looking for a shaved ice place then this is the right spot. Not only do they have everything, Waiola is probably more affordable than all your other shaved ice places in the area. Their menu is also easy. You can customize your own or you can get one of their popular combinations. And you can get it with ice cream! For sizes Waiola offers a small, medium, large, or jumbo size. For a small you can get up to 2 flavors which is nice. I love that they have so many options of flavors, toppings, and drizzles. They even have azuki beans if you like that. I got their $4 small with two flavors: li hing and lychee. I topped it off with li hing and condense milk and it was heavenly. Every bite was delicious and the small size was perfect for me. The shaved ice was soft and perfect. It was definitely worth it and I recommend it if you are in the area and are looking for an affordable sweet treat. This place also has a store that sells snacks and candies as well. There isn't a spot to sit inside and eat your treat but they have benches outside. read more
I can see why this shave ice is so well loved and rated very high. Waiola is in a residential area but has a parking lot and some street parking. Theres also a cute store inside with tote bags, stickers, and tee shirts, and some other snacks too. As for the shave ice, the ice is really fine and soaks up all of the syrup. I got a small POG and lychee with condensed milk. My boyfriend and I ordered really quick and got our order within 5 minutes. Even though the ice is really good, I felt like their syrups were a bit lackluster and it tasted more artificial to me. My boyfriend really liked his, since he tried their melon and Thai tea flavors, which I thought were decent, but I couldn't help but notice the artificial taste for all of the syrups. I like how affordable this place is, and maybe I should've tried something else, but POG and lychee were one of their popular flavors. read more
Waiola Shave Ice is an old-school spot that feels authentic and classic. Shave ice is very cold and refreshing, perfect for the weather, with a good variety of flavors and great taste. Prices are decent, and there's plenty of parking, which is a plus. The place definitely shows its age -- the restroom is old, and there were quite a few flies around, which can be distracting. Still, if you're looking for traditional, old-style shave ice, this place delivers. read more
I've had my fair share of shave ice on the Hawaiian islands, and this one was just so disappointing. Yes the ice is soft, but the syrup flavors all tasted the same and was just meh. Also, if you ask for mochi they put it on the bottom so you have to dig it up and save it for your last bites which makes no sense. The service was super strange too. The workers don't greet you they just stare at you and you just have to talk and say your order to them. Not a fan, go to Ululani's (the goat). read more
Waiola is a longtime favorite of mine for shave ice. Super nostalgic, and perfect if you love the soft ice shave ice (more like slushy). Can't beat their prices at $6 for a special bowl. My bf got the Obama Bowl, still delicious even if they were out of mochi. I always get a small POG, so refreshing, and they'll add more syrup for free. There are tables around the side and a small shop. Staff are always very friendly. We love coming after the beach. Waiola has some parking, but it fills up quickly, and also clears quickly. We had no problem on a Wednesday at 4pm getting a spot nearby. read more
Love coming to this place for shaved ice. Made more popular by the TV series Hawaii 5-0. There's always a line but the line moves quickly. The shaved ice is soft and the flavors are great - my favs are the lychee and pineapple flavors. On this particular visit, I discovered that they also offer lychee jelly as an added option. I had this and I am sold! They are quite generous with their syrup and they taste very natural and not made with articifical flavors. The staff there are usually friendly but they are so busy most times that they don't have time for plesantries! -Can't really blame them. The price listed is for cash payment. If you want to use your credit card, there is a surcharge. There are some seats available to sit and enjoy the shaved ice. There's a parking lot next to the store but it's not very big - can probably accomodate about 8-10 cars, I think. read more
1 month ago
Amazing shave ice...the ice literally melts in your mouth and is soooo soft..I'm super picky about textures. AND they have ALL the toppings!! Homemade custard, homemade mochi balls homemade azuki red beans! Plus they have literally every flavor so there's something for everyone. Also prices are so affordable, I'll definitely be back read more
This is an unassuming & wonderful shave ice spot. It was busy this afternoon, but the line moved quickly. The prices are very fair and the icy sweet treats come out fast. Service is friendly. Order at the window counter outside but be sure to check out the little store inside for some trinkets & souvenirs. There tons of flavors and add ons to customize your shave ice. It's so much fun! I highly recommend this cute spot for anyone craving the softest and most delicious shave ice in Waikiki! Mahalo! read more
This is a super popular and well-loved shave ice spot in the Waikiki! It's a cute little spot located in a neighborhood. Parking can be a little hard to find close to the shop, but if you don't mind a little walk or maybe a loop or two, it's not too difficult to find a spot. They move very quickly, so the wait is not too long, and they have a large variety of flavors! I think this is a decent spot, but the ice itself does clump and is a little inconsistent. The ube flavor that I ordered was also not very strong so it tasted a little diluted. read more
A little hole in the wall place in a cute neighborhood! I love the vibes!! We got large size shave ice with mochi balls and ice cream base. They really soaked it with juice!! The ice was super soft like snow!! Loved it! My only complaint is that compared to Ululani's, the syrup isn't as intensely flavored. The flavor was more dilute. read more
This is where the locals go to get their shaved ice! I love the flavor combinations variety and the branding of this place. They're also one of few places that carry good ahhh flan (they called it custard). Service was very quick, they have a small window to take your order, and a shop to buy merch/candy/toy. read more
Waiola Shave Ice is a staple, a classic in Honolulu. Growing up, we would often visit Waiola when visiting town. Their shave ice is always so soft, and their prices are affordable. With plenty of flavors, sides, and toppings, you'll find this classic shave ice spot has more variety than meets the eye. The service is fast, and there's plenty of seating on the benches outside in the shade. Don't forget to check out the inside of the store for some delicious local snacks and candies! read more
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2135 Waiola St
Honolulu, HI 96826
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Do they have any sugar free things?
They have sugar free syrup for their shave ice.
Are the syrups made of actual fruit?
I don't believe so. The syrups don't taste like the fruits they are supposed to resemble.
What are the prices for sizes?
Keiki $6 (Kid's size) and Small $6.75. They currently aren't serving other sizes due to low supply of ice.
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