Shaved Ice Restaurants near Aiea, HI

“A Must-Visit Poke Spot

I’d been looking forward to visiting this place for three days, and it was worth the wait. If you're exploring this part of the island, this spot is a must-visit. Just remember to plan your day around it, as they're only open from 11 am to 4 pm. You might want to skip breakfast so you can really enjoy your meal!

Easy to Find, Easy to Park

The restaurant is about a 16-minute drive from downtown Honolulu. While it's a bit tucked away, finding a parking spot is a breeze—they have a large parking lot, which is a big plus. The moment you walk in, you'll notice how incredibly clean it is. This instantly gives you peace of mind, especially since you’ll be enjoying fresh, raw ingredients.

Friendly and Helpful Service

The staff was great, and the cashier was very kind and patient with my questions. She was so dedicated to helping me that she asked her team for more details about the ingredients to make sure her answers were perfect.

The Food: Unforgettable Poke

I ordered a poke bowl for $16, which lets you choose two different types of poke. I went with the spicy ahi tuna with masago and the traditional Hawaiian poke. I also added some delicious toppings like seaweed salad, dried cod (Taegu), and pickled ginger for just $1 each—a deal that’s definitely worth it.
The portion size is huge, weighing over a pound, and the presentation was beautiful. The flavors were incredible—complex and layered. The seaweed brought a taste of the sea, the pickled ginger added a tangy kick, and the spicy tuna was perfect. The Taegu, a local dish with Korean roots, gave the bowl a savory, chewy texture that made it even better.

For a drink, I chose a local Hawaiian Sun juice. It’s a great option with natural flavors, but if you want to balance out the richness of the poke, a simple water works best.

The poke bowl here is one of the most flavorful and satisfying I've had on Oahu.

A Treat to End the Meal

I also tried the shave ice with mochi, vanilla ice cream, and condensed milk. While I found it a bit too sweet for my taste (which is pretty common for local desserts), the coconut banana flavor was amazing. The small size is big enough for two people, so consider sharing it. Even if you're not a shave ice expert, this is a great place to try it.

I spent $19 poke with add ons +1.5 drink + 11 shave ice with-add ons

Unfortunately if you need to use the restroom that do not have one so make sure that you are not in a hurry and not need one .“

“Love their coconuts and the lady was really nice too! Anybody headed north should definitely stop here for a nice cold coconut“

“great goodies and aloha spirit thrives here“

“I cannot believe it took me over SEVEN years on island to finally eat here—like, how did I miss this?! This spot in Aiea is a total hidden gem and exactly what I’ve been craving ever since my trip to Singapore. It’s similar to mala tang in that you get to pick your own veggies, meats, seafood, etc. to build your soup. The broth options are a little different though—no mouth-numbing mala like you’d find at YGF Mala Tang—but honestly, I didn’t mind one bit.

The spicy pumpkin soup base was perfection: creamy, flavorful, with just the right kick. It didn’t overwhelm my palate or leave me feeling heavy, and it tasted cleaner (less oily) than other broths I’ve tried. If you’re into creamy soups, the pumpkin base is a must-try!

Service was solid too. They refilled my water without me asking and even let me choose my seat (I was the first customer before the evening rush lol). The space was roomy, spotless, and you can tell it’s a true mom-and-pop operation—genuine care for both the food and the customers.

I’m already planning to come back this week because I cannot stop thinking about that pumpkin soup.

Oh, and if soup isn’t your thing (or if Hawaii’s heat has you craving something else), they’ve got chicken katsu with curry, stir fry, and other specialty dishes too.

VISIT. Seriously.“

“Delicious one of a kind toppings“

“Amazing Ice Cream and the staff was very friendly and helpful! Love this place!! Highly recommend to everyone!!!🌸☺️“

“I decided to try something different. I usually get the Ginger Milk Tea with Boba...but tried this Papaya Milk Tea, Ube Walls wit Boba...if you like Papaya, and Ube like ME...you will love this combo! yum!“

“Amazing comfort food and we had fun while waiting for our order this last time. A cute picture swing and a small nostalgic pac-man game kept my older kiddos entertained ☀️🥰“

“It is the only store that my husband and I come back to buy again and again. you guys must try“

“Their portions are worth more than 5.00. Food and smoothies are delicious. Their dole pineapple whip is better than Dole Plantation. The staff at Ward/Kewalo basin are friendly and professional.“

“Awesome, unique, cute store that doesn’t have the same tourist crap as every other store. Prices are ‘Hawaii’ compared to the states, but it’s nice stuff. The staff we talked with were friendly and made us feel welcome! They even recommended a new place for lunch. For us, we found a new stop on our North Shore trips each vacation!“

“What a fantastic little place!! It's a little out of the way and tucked into a small space, but don't miss it!

The space is fantastic and well designed. Lots of colors and very bright. I felt great just being in there!!

The staff was amazing (I think it was the person that owned it). She was super nice, and very helpful! She was excited about her product and it showed. She asked me where we were from and hand a nice quick chat.

They explained that all the syrups were made by them and were natural. There was lots of fresh fruit included. It was wonderful and not overly sweet.

Price was pretty typical for the higher end shaved ice, but a good size and well worth it in my opinion.

Check this place out, I think you'll be glad you did! Thanks for the tasty treats!“

“This place is a serious GEM, the freshest smoothies I've ever had! Upon entering, you will be greeted with a pleasant ripe (fruit) aroma. There will always be two older ladies taking & making orders. Their menu items consist of the best kinds of blends, my fav is the mango/passion mix however, you can pick and choose. Be sure to stop by when in Honolulu.“

“Loved the flavors! We had the Lilikoi Sour and the Kona Sunset.“

“Delicious and friendly staff! 😊“

“Loved my Matcha frappe float! Some might say I'm a performative male for enjoying Matcha drinks.
My response is you need to try it before hating. Matcha is absolutely amazing, and this place lived up to my expectations.
Matcha frappe float is matcha ice cream floating on top of a matcha drink.“

“As always the best thing to cool you off on a hot summer’s day is Shave Ice from Shimazu’s“

“I was lucky enough to be gifted the Bibingka Brownies by a family member. And omg, it was a flavor explosion in my mouth. Moist, not too sweet, delectable and perfect!!!! I looked up this business and saw all the unique ice cream pie and ice cream cake flavors and am planning a trip to Honolulu soon to taste everything on the menu!!! They have such innovative and exciting flavors, I can’t wait to put them in my mouth!!!!“

“this place is a little tucked in the back behind the other carts selling every souvenir imaginable, but was 100% worth sticking it thru and trying to find them at the end. the flavors were top notch, and the lady selling them was a delight. i got some sort of gummy cubes on mine as well as this marshmallow seeming things that were fantastic. I will shout form the roof tops that Hawaiian shave ice is leaps and bounds better than any snow cone on the mainland.“

“My family & I checked out this ice cream shop in the Chinatown district in Oahu, while visiting from California, and we are new fans! My two sons enjoyed a strawberry & chocolate ice cream, & I had me their delicious “black sesame” ice cream. The black sesame is a must try! All their ice cream are handmade & creamy with a lovely taste that will want you to go back for more.“

“The fruit toppings are fresh and delicious. Mango and honeydew are our favorites.“

“Our first authentic shave ice and it blew away our expectations! Delicious, fresh, and the best sweet treat!“

“This place is literally a dream and very worth the price. - must stop in Waikiki“

“Best shave ice we found on Oahu. We walked from the zoo end every night just for Lahaina shave ice. Made the mistake of trying a different place one night and quickly learned our lesson. Hands down the only place to go“

“amazing shave ice!!!! Best owner!“

“Today I got to try the Vietnamese Sandwich with the Vietnamese Coffee. The sandwich was packed and with great taste. However, the Vietnamese Coffee was just too sweet for me. A person sitting at the same table as me had advised me that the coffee taste really good without the sugar, so I will be trying it again with no sugar next time.
The husband and wife working here are very sweet people. They are very friendly and helpful.“

“It is the only store that my husband and I come back to buy again and again. you guys must try“

“This place is great. People are wonderful you have to have the Aunt Anecia (nene) frito chilli pie. Can’t wait to go back. All the love and mahalo“

“Can’t drive by going to home in Kunia without stopping at my fav Shave Ice Stand! The magic is in the syrups which make all the difference in the world!! Delicious fruity and real flavors, not too sweet.
A bonus is the 2 cutest guys serving the heavenly 3choices you get! Mine are Lilikoi Tamarin and Lychee. The ice is super fine like frozen Angel Dust and has become my simple addiction.
There are really delicious add ons but I prefer mine simple. Prices are very reasonable and I highly recommend stopping. Located next to Malasada wagon in Waikele Shopping Center.“

“I love to walk here when I'm taking a long walk. The service is great as are the drinks. I like to get the papaya smoothie and add boba and the boba is perfectly made. It also doesn't freeze with the drink, so it's delicious to the last sip. The atmosphere is cozy as it is just an ordering window, but there is a place to sit if you're looking for a reprieve from the sun or your walk.“

“Shaved ice so "fine" with a wide variety of flavors and add-ons 👍🏻 very consistent and never fail to delight. Also reasonably price. Service with a smile and so accommodating. Parking at times a challenge so go in the muddle of the day.“

“Love the staff!! Mahalo for great customer service! I went back again. 😂“

“My Mom currently stayed at Tripler Hospital X2 in the past month and all she talks about is the apple juice , so when I flew in again I took a pic of the small cup and found you guys! She only wants this apple juice my brother and sister have bought a case of minute maid and treetop and she won't drink it so I had to find this place!!! THANK YOU! WILL PICK UP TODAY A CASE I ORDERED.“

“Marlenes reality Super Cuts and times market one stop shopping⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“👍🏻 very good“

“Friendly staff, AYCE is awesome for $20!! My friends and I had a blast!“

“Love the staff!! Mahalo for great customer service! I went back again. 😂“

“Very clean and reasonable price ! Lots of selections.“

“Best Noodle Spot on the Island (Hidden Gem)

I found Joy Cup Noodles while searching for a place that served Dan Dan noodles, and my goodness, these were the best noodles I have had since coming back from Japan. Every bite had that perfect balance of flavor, spice, and texture that brought me right back to the authentic noodles you get overseas.

My girlfriend ordered the beef noodles, and they were just as incredible. The beef was tender, juicy, and full of flavor. But what truly made the experience unforgettable was our server, Michael. He went above and beyond from start to finish. He never rushed us, was genuinely kind, and even surprised us with complimentary ice cream and hot tea after our meal.

I also have to mention the coconut juice. They serve it in a real coconut with a straw, and it does not get fresher than that. After I finished drinking it, Michael came back and opened it for me so I could eat the coconut meat inside. That small detail made the experience even more memorable.

To top it all off, they have free karaoke and a huge screen, which makes it an amazing spot for date nights or groups. The atmosphere is cozy, the staff is friendly, and the food options are endless. It will take many visits to try everything this place has to offer.

Overall, Joy Cup Noodles is easily one of the best dining experiences I have had in Hawaii. The food, the service, and the atmosphere were all perfect. Ask for Michael, order the Dan Dan noodles, get some coconut juice, and thank me later.“

“Thank you for your attentive and friendly service! Everyone loved the halo halo. Highly recommend for your next party!“

“Grass shack sits right on the sand—no shoes required. They’re blending up cold pineapple smoothies, pineapple-coconut juice, lemonade, and shaved ice—simple, sweet, and perfect under the sun. The ocean’s right there in front of you. Just one thing: the location on Google Maps is wrong—it’s actually right across from McDonald’s and Eggs ’n Things, and Waikiki Circle Hotel. You just have to know where to look!“

“Friendly service and great food.“

“Best ice cream shop in town. Freshly made. Crave for more. Flavor favors.“

“We love the flavor selections, but seem to always go with our favorites regardless. The butter pecan is so creamy and the chocolate macadamia is rich in the chocolate. Ono.“