Bahama Buck&#x27;s

The Italian ice is always good. But they getting skimpy on nachos. This ain't worth 6$. They use to…read morebe 5$ for almost a whole tray. Today for some reason smelled like sewer inside the store. We grabbed our stuff and headed out.

I discovered this place on Instagram actually, and I immediately went to check the yelp ratings…read more Seemed really legit so I went to check it out. I tried several flavors but the watermelon one with gelati ice cream was by far my favorite. It reminded me the most of the water ice in Philly and the Italian ice in so cal that I've grown to love. The mango one was gushing so much I had to stay a while to wipe it all up haha. Ultimately I felt like the flavor I really loved the best was the watermelon. The Dubai chocolate was alright but very over priced indeed. For the price paid it should have been at least a little larger in size. They had a lot of unique snacks as well as long as you're okay with the premium cost, which I paid just to try them. All in all, I would go back some day to have the watermelon flavor again!

5.6 mi•Midtown/University

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Ice Crafters By Dakine

4.6(48 reviews)

I ordered the diamond ice for a party and we were blown away with the quality. The spares and cubes…read moreare the clearest ice I've ever seen.

I'm originally from Texas and if there is one thing we take seriously that no one else does, it's a…read morepickle snow cone. Don't laugh, now. It's salty, no calories, and pure heaven when done right! And Dakine does it exactly right! Not only that - they are the only place in town that sells the big juicy pickles (and hot pickles) that really make your mouth water! Their snow cones are true shaved ice. They shave it once you order. And you can get it with ice cream for just a tiny bit more. They also offer coffee beverages, nachos, and Hawaiian treats, including gourmet hot dogs. Really and truly, you just can't go wrong here and the price is right on everything! They also sell purified water here. I'm a freakish water snob and the water here is really good! It doesn't have that weird stale taste a lot of bottled water has and is super refreshing! My only "complaint" is that they are closed on Sunday because I need pickle snow cones 7 days a week! Ha! They do have pickle snow cones at Bahama Bucks but it's that nasty fake pickle juice that's sweetened (barf) and Dakine uses the real pickle juice and it is pure heaven!

Fresh Squeezed Lemonade by the glass or gallon plain or flavored.

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Dre Days Shaved Ice

5.0(1 review)

43.4 mi

The closest thing to shave ice outside of Hawaii, I have found! Tons of flavors and friendly staff…read more The only downside is you have to look for it to find it. But it's a must-try!

6.1 mi•North Valley/Los Ranchos

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Bahama Buck's - Albuquerque, Coors Road NW

3.3(91 reviews)

Bahama Bucks is for white people that clap when the plane lands. . …read more Consuming Bahama Bucks is a riveting climaxing experience that ends in total bliss. Unlike the new Nun movie, you're actually scared of finishing this product instead of wishing it'll end where it started. Also, at almost every location you'll see a dreadful tinder date unfolding right before your eyes as two cyber lovers try to find a middle ground as they're balls deep in some of Bahama Bucks delicious shaved ice. And not to mention it's a complete BABE attraction, think about every cheerleader you saw in high school and wished you can talk to but never did because they're too pretty but this time they graduated and now they all hang out at Bahama Bucks and they still don't wanna talk to your loser ass. Lol But in all seriousness, this place is the dopest dope and I'd definitely snort a line of Bahama Bucks shaved ice ANY day, like a crack head coming out of relapse, my body is ALWAYS ready.

Service here is crap, looks like ran by high school kids that do not know customer service. Stay…read moreaway from here is you want good service. First time here but would not want to come to this location. I'm sorry but such a disappointment. The drinks were good.

3.7 mi•Business Parkway/Academy Acres

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Bahama Buck's - Albuquerque, San Mateo Blvd NE

4.0(59 reviews)

My family and I absolutely love this place especially this location. It's locally owned the family…read moreis amazing that owns it. This location is always so clean and welcoming. My family has been coming here for years. I'd highly recommend this place. It's always a nice birthday gift to a quick gift card. The snow cones are always so perfect and so many flavor options.

Very friendly and helpful customer service, clean restaurant and restrooms, delicious cold treatsread more

0.9 mi•Business Parkway/Academy Acres

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Bing Tea

4.9(65 reviews)

I love boba tea, but I don't understand the prices. Anyone else remember when a milk tea was under…read more$5? Now it's over $8... Too much overhead going into the fancy cups, IMO. This simple, nostalgic pleasure has gotten overly complicated. Womp womp. Food truck panel has a QR code instead of a menu, which I didn't love. Ordered a taro milk tea, and I regret not requesting half/less sweet (got distracted while ordering). I made up for it later by adding extra ice and watering it down a bit. The flavor was yummy, and the regular boba was blue, which I didn't expect! Finished feeling like I drank a whole meal. It was a nice dessert on a hot Friday afternoon, and if you're willing to pay too much for boba, why not Bing Tea? That purple taro color sure is pretty.

The menu is a QR code , i did go to their "food truck" so that might be the reason . The menu is…read moreunique compared to other boba places which i liked ! I ordered the melon milk tea with brown sugar boba and mango jelly's. It was absolutely amazing! they did let me get samples and i tried it and immediately knew i was going to buy it! Now price i cant fully say as my bestie bought our drinks for us but would say i believe its about similar price as other boba places! Would def go back again and recommend !

Pumpkin spice milk tea

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Sawmill Market

4.2(556 reviews)

8.5 mi•Old Town

O M G ... If…read morecommitment issues were a place, it would be Sawmill Market. This is where you go when no one can agree on anything and somehow everyone wins. Pizza, pho, coffee, cocktails, ice cream, tacos , brewery, sweets , sushi , clay pot , European bakery , something vaguely healthy to balance it out, it is all here under one very aesthetic roof. Set inside a restored industrial space, the whole vibe leans effortlessly cool with open air seating, big windows, loud music and that buzzy energy of people grazing their way through dinner . You order from different vendors, regroup at a table, and pretend you planned it that way. It is chaotic in the besttttt way. Surprisingly we did not have long lines or long waits and found a table very quickly upstairs . The food? Hit or miss depending on where you land, but the variety is the real star. Come with a group, order too many things, and share everything. Just know you are paying a little extra for the ambiance and convenience, which feels very on brand for a place like this. Would I come back? Absolutely. It is not just a meal, it is an experience, and sometimes that is exactly what you want.One of the best food halls I've been to in a while.

Over-priced. Small Underwhelming Portions…read more Service is spotty. The vibe reminds me of dining in a plane hanger or a barn. Just FYI, Sawmill Market is owned by Hotel Chaco's owner, Heritage Hotels & Resorts.

Pasta

Outlaw Chicken - 1/2 rotisserie chicken

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One of the entrances - closest to Little Bear

Viva Fresca

4.2(6 reviews)

8.5 mi•Old Town

Try this Italian ice spot with a latin spin. It's inside the new Sawmill Market in Old Town…read moreAlbuquerque.

It's Italian ice, but all grown up! These flavors are SO GOOD and refreshing. (And if you're still…read moreactually a kid at heart, they've still got you covered with a Bomb Pop flavor!) A large and beautiful serving of the perfect chill dessert - definitely one of the booths at Sawmill that you shouldn't skip.

Lavender lemon ice

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Italian ice with a latin flare. It's delicioso!

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Anna D.

Elite 26 All-Star

359

2318

2 years ago

This was our first visit to Bahama Buck's, and it certainly did not disappoint! They offer much more than just shaved ice; their menu includes a delightful variety of options such as smoothies and snow cones. Prices are reasonable, ranging from $5 to $8, depending on the size you choose. The atmosphere of the place is charming and clean, creating a welcoming environment for guests. Additionally, the employees were exceptionally friendly and courteous, making our experience even more enjoyable. Overall, Bahama Buck's is a fantastic spot that I highly recommend! read more

Rita G.

7 years ago

Very good customer service and I would thank the person that was opening today 10/20/19 is the date so please thank that person that opened at that time. read more

Sean H.

6 years ago

Usually a hit, but this time was a miss. Literally no flavoring in the middle or at the bottom of my flavored ice.

Angelica O.

154

6 years ago

So good! My family and I are from Hawaii and the quality is so close to the real deal we get in Hawaii!

Michelle I.

13 years ago

Great service and very tasty treat! We will be back!

Bahama Buck's - shavedice - Updated September 2026

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