50 Best Ice Cream Shops in Honolulu

“Best shave ice IMO! We came across the booth on our way back to our room and wanted a late night treat. It was so good that we came back the next night. The lady who was serving was very friendly, she even remembered us from the night before!“

“Great taste using Natural non dairy ingredients! Very great customer service and good price.“

“I have visited the Haleiwa location multiple times and it just hits the spot for unique gelato flavors! I also highly recommend any of the crepes ... and of course, the Ube Mochi waffle!!! Staff friendly and attentive and the place is kept very clean. Definitely worth a stop if you need to pick up a pint of gelato for a family dinner too. ;)“

“I have visited the Haleiwa location multiple times and it just hits the spot for unique gelato flavors! I also highly recommend any of the crepes ... and of course, the Ube Mochi waffle!!! Staff friendly and attentive and the place is kept very clean. Definitely worth a stop if you need to pick up a pint of gelato for a family dinner too. ;)“

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

“I meant to write this review a few weeks ago. However, the service was super nice. The two girls working were very inviting. The gelato is super good and creamy and has an almost stretchy consistency. The toasted marshmallow was my fave. Definitely plan on coming again.“

“I LOVE BANAN SO MUCH. Their soft serve is genuinely to die for. As someone who is dairy free, it's literally unbelievable that it has no milk in it. The banana flavor is soooo good, even if I didn't like banana I would like Banan. Their chocolate is probably my favorite, the pure banana and the peanut butter are also so yummy. The bowl is also so good with the toppings in it, I got the chocolate brownie one. The staff is also soo nice and the location is great. Banan for life man.“

“Best place ever. So delicious icecream:)“

“Looking for something different for dessert or a snack in Waikiki? Check out this place. Asian style desserts are very unique and should be given a try if you never had them. A lot of times, they are unique twists on American or European desserts. This place is no exception and does it well. I had a mango Dole Whip with a mochi waffle pop. I love the fact that they make the mochi waffle fresh, so you get the hot waffle next to that cold Dole Whip. Great combination. At about $7, it isn't bad considering they are making something fresh for you versus just scooping out something into a cup and sending you on your way. The staff was friendly and showed care in their preparation of my order. There is a good assortment of different offerings, so you'll find something for just about any taste moods.“

“Good not great, matcha is pretty solid quality but the hojicha is just okay. It feels like more of an afterthought as it’s the less popular of the two. I do think the desserts are something I’d like to come back for though. I hope they source a better hojicha powder in the future for their lattes. Plenty of seating as well.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Best shaved ice in Honolulu! Delicious ice cream and syrup flavors! They also have all natural options. We’ll be back tomorrow 🤤“

“Been to the island a few times but this was the first with our kids and the best place to take kids than to get ice cream. And my goodness were we thrilled about it. Flavor choices were amazing. And sooo delicious“

“Well worth waiting in line. Excellent choice of flavors of ice cream and sorbets. Also stopped by for a mocha latte and a coconut pineapple muffin.Awesome!!“

“Cute little gelato hut with a lot of charm—but calling it true “gelato” might be a stretch if you’ve had the real deal in Italy. I went with the pistachio, which was good, though I’ve definitely had better.

They were out of chocolate and a few other flavors my kids wanted, apparently due to the incoming storm, so they didn’t stock as much—understandable. The staff, however, were incredibly sweet and accommodating. When they ran out of chocolate-dipped cones, they offered to add chocolate fudge inside my cone instead, which was a really nice touch.

They also have a loyalty card—buy 4, get the 5th free—which is a nice little bonus.“

“I really enjoyed going here…I had the chunkadelic and I thought it was so good. It’s in a great spot to get a treat and then walk the beach! It was a great end of the night desert and we went there a couple times on our trip“

“We tried the matcha vanilla swirl and the ube, and both were absolutely delicious. The ice cream was creamy, flavorful, and the swirl itself was beautiful. It is definitely the kind of dessert that is as fun to look at as it is to eat.

After trying the ice cream, I am now curious to come back and try their regular matcha drinks as well. If their matcha flavor in the ice cream is any indication, I have high hopes.

One small note: be careful with the spoons! They were surprisingly sharp, so eat carefully or consider getting a cone instead.“

“food is great! service was awesome.. love the ice cream and stuff. spicy crab cucumber kim chee hot dog was ono.“

“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 going here when I visit to Oahu and have a sweet tooth😁“

“The Halo Halo at Dave’s Ice Cream Aiea is the Best I’ve tasted!!! 💯💯💯“

“It’s a hot day, we just had lunch, so why not a sweet treat.

The order:

Son son choose Dark Chocolate Sorbeto.

So we got 1 scoop to share, it was $7.00. They give a good portion for a single scoop.

I was pleasantly surprised for a non-dairy chocolate Sorbeto. It was so rich and velvety bites of cold coco goodness.

This is a good place for son son as they have a a good 6. - 8 Sorbeto options Ashe is allergic to diary.

It’s a cool little spot outside Nordstrom with seating outside. The server was friendly and we were in and out in two shakes.“

“Anything you want you finding here“

“I have visited the Haleiwa location multiple times and it just hits the spot for unique gelato flavors! I also highly recommend any of the crepes ... and of course, the Ube Mochi waffle!!! Staff friendly and attentive and the place is kept very clean. Definitely worth a stop if you need to pick up a pint of gelato for a family dinner too. ;)“

“While visiting Hawaii and staying in the Ala Moana area, I decided to stop by the Yoajung ice cream store since it was close to our hotel. I was craving something sweet yet refreshing, so I decided to order the choco strawberry cup, and it did not disappoint because it was delicious and refreshing! The staff added plenty of dark chocolate on my cup which made it extra yummy. The cashier was also super friendly, which made the experience even better.“

“Small dessert/tea shop on Kapahulu. Have fun hunting for street parking. Prices are a bit high for the portion size, but the taste of the desserts are good. I tried the Hojicha/Chocolate gelato and Matcha gelato and both had strong tea flavors. I also tried the Warabi mochi latte and it had a nice, deep flavor. The texture for both could be improved. The gelatos had a slightly sandy texture and the Warabi mochi had an uneven, clumpy texture. However, I would still return to try other flavors of gelato or the tea/gelato combo sets.“

“Wow! AMAZING & very unique gelato cake!!! I have got the Nipponpolitan (matcha, black sesame and red bean) Wow, what a cake! Absolutely delicious, delightful and very special. Especially after recent trip to Japan, it feels so nice to be able to get these flavors. I d say one of the MOST UNIQUE CAKES I HAVE EVER HAD! And one the the best ones! The price is good too (its a pretty big cake). Thank you, La Gelateria!!!! ?? Made our celebration even more special. ✨✨If you are wondering - get their cake!!!! ?“

“I visited the baskin robbins at kamshopping today and had a great experience! The staff were very friendly and helpful, making sure I got exactly what I wanted. Even though the store was undergoing renovations, it was still impressively clean and well-organized. It’s clear they care about both their customers and their space. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

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“This was my first, last, and best shave ice during my time in Waikiki beach. I got a shave ice with mango, cherry, and watermelon. I also added the triple mango ice cream and asked them to put it at the bottom so it didn’t melt. Would highly recommend what I just mentioned. Loved everything about this shave ice. I celebrated every bite, but dreaded the last one. If there was an option for 10 stars, I would give it. Overall, it was phenomenal. Make sure you give it a try!“

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

“Nom nom! 😍 we love the variety and friendly staff!“

“Girls working at the Front counter are very nice and personable. Answered my questions to help with my decision. 5 Stars for Service and My Malasadas gets another 5 Stars as it came out Fresh & Hot!!! Short wait & worth it!“

“Yummy ice cream flavours 😎“

“The dole whip pog slushy is ONO!!!“

“I have visited the Haleiwa location multiple times and it just hits the spot for unique gelato flavors! I also highly recommend any of the crepes ... and of course, the Ube Mochi waffle!!! Staff friendly and attentive and the place is kept very clean. Definitely worth a stop if you need to pick up a pint of gelato for a family dinner too. ;)“

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

“I would really never review a chain like this. BUT only 1 reason. The gentleman that worked last night Friday May 24, 2024, closing shift. Did the best job that I ever seen. Kept his composure, greeted and thanked customers. Serviced a continuous line BY HIMSELF. Which included taking orders, making orders and cashiering, AGAIN BY HIMSELF. Did an amazing job. Not only has to be his own security for safety purposes but wow he deserves a raise. Then he has to close the place alone. Thats a lot of responsibility. Easily this was thee employee of the month hands down, even year. Kid If your reading this and they don't give you a raise contact me I will get you a better job.“

“Stopped by Kith Treats for some ice cream after lunch and it was a great decision. The whole concept is really cool instead of just throwing toppings on top, they actually mix everything into the ice cream.
The texture and flavor you get from having the ingredients swirled in throughout is so much better than your typical sundae. It’s a very unique experience and definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area and looking for a high-quality dessert. Five stars!“

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

“highly recommend this for savory and sweet meals! the tea is so ono and a beautiful purple. the scones are amazing! I just love the ice cream too and ube is a bonus!“

“I bought Obanyaki today at Times Supermarket in Aiea. Some of the Obanyaki looked like it wasn’t baked long enough. Especially the vanilla custard. Please toasted more darker.“

“Absolutely delicious and outstanding food. Our server Joe was absolutely awesome providing us superb server. The Bufala Caprese, Orecchiette pasta with meatballs, pizza primavera and Pesto Pizza were to die for. Loved the Teramisu cake as well.“

“Rating just the cookies—got the caramel biscoff, cereal, and s’mores cookies. They were all delicious boneless style cookies (crispy edges, soft and gooey interior). If you only get one, get the caramel biscoff.

When it comes to price, these cookies are honestly pretty expensive—almost $6 a pop. Even crumbl is going to be a dollar or two cheaper, but of course this place is just a small business.

There’s a parking lot but the strip this place is included in is really busy especially in the evening.“

“great quality .service excellent. big portion“

“Ice cream is excellent as usual and if there is a line, it’s usually very short. They measure the ice cream using a scale, which at least ensures you to get the proper amount. It’s pretty expensive here though, but I suppose it’s premium ice cream. If I had any complaints, it would be that the people serving the ice cream or making your treat would at least smile a bit.“

“Ask for extra spoon! They r weak and u will break them while eating ice cream. I love sorbet and ice cream and especially when it’s handmade with fresh fruits! It is little pricey: sorbet $10 & ice cream $11. It’s a small place next to lady M. They have small outside seating. I had mango guava flavor and it was so fresh and delicious. Be careful when ur eating bcuz the marker on the cup will come off and dye ur hand.“