Shave Ice

The island’s sweetest tradition

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice

Shave Ice

Widely considered the gold standard. Ultra-fine ice, all-natural syrups, and the option to add a snowcap of sweetened condensed milk on top.

75-5660 Palani Rd, Kailua-Kona Visit website

Kona Shave Ice Co.

Shave Ice

Known for its feathery-light texture and creative flavor combos, served from Ali’i Gardens Marketplace. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 AM to 4 PM.

75-6129 Ali’i Drive, Kailua-Kona Visit website

Gecko Girlz

Shave IceIce Cream

A Coconut Grove Marketplace favorite with syrups made from real fruit and pure cane sugar. Try a Hawaiian combo like Kula strawberry, lilikoi, or lychee topped with haupia ice cream, mochi, or li hing mui powder. Vegan and gluten-free options too.

75-5809 Ali’i Drive, Kailua-Kona Visit website