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    Chillest Shave Ice

    4.8 (230 reviews)
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    Shave ice.
    Joyce W.

    Shave Ice Fact: Hawaiian shave ice is a historic, finely shaved ice dessert introduced by Japanese immigrants during Hawaii's plantation era in the early 1900s. Unlike crunchy snow cones, it uses block ice for a powdery, snow-like texture that absorbs syrup. Randy S. told me to #KeepItKaimuki so that's what I'm going to do. You just don't question my Cycle Buddy about things, okay? And when Nadine told me, "It's 'shave ice' with no 'D,' unless you want to be caught being a tourist," it will forever be ingrained in my memory. It's kind of like how Rod U. mentioned once not to eat oysters on months that do not contain the letter "R" and that's how I live my life now. Shave ice! Shave ice! Shave ice! I got the guava, mandarin orange, and lychee but my eyes were glued to Cycle Buddy Randy S's coffee and matcha duo. It was so good! I also tried twinsie Nadine's hojicha, haupia, and something else. All three shave ice creations were good but that matcha and coffee duo is the flavor combo I crave. Great place and even better service. Chillest is the chillest place to cool off!

    A trio of shave ice.
    Michael W.

    It's 96°F today so naturally I'm thinking about shave ice. After a delicious lunch of cake noodles, we stopped by for shave ice. It was a sweet treat, a tasty dessert, after a carb heavy meal. I shared a creation with a trio of bright fruit flavors and it hit the spot. It's a cozy place so eat your icy treat and get out and enjoy Oahu. Keep it Kaimuki.

    Flavor Wall -- there's a few I've never heard of before.
    Laurissa A.

    Shave ice done right with a range of flavors! Favorite flavor combo: Strawberry milk, lychee, and coconut! ONO! Sweet and friendly staff, who doesn't love a family owned small business? Street parking available as well as a few stalls in the back of the store. 2 tables inside for seating with a nice bar top with a nice people watch view of Waialae Ave.

    Uji matcha strawberry milk
    Dianne T.

    Looking for shave ice? Come to Chillest! House made flavors make the finest shave ice pop! The Uji Matcha is well worth the extra dollar. Add strawberry milk and you've got yourself a cold strawberry matcha latte! So very flavorful! You can add a scoop of vanilla ice cream and you're in 7th heaven! Check out Chillest! I'm sure you'll be delighted by the owners, his staff, and especially delighted by the onolicious shave ice! (One size only)

    Stacked high with an ice cream center
    Steph C.

    Great place to cool down with a mountain of shave ice. I had three flavors (guava, Lilikoi and Haupia) that represent the islands well. Generous portion of ice and syrup mixed well with the vanilla ice scream. All three flavors were not overly sweet. The owner and daughter team were very friendly. The shop is clean and simple. Parking is nightmare so I had to park in the street about a mile away. Limited Outdoor seating in the back9@&&

    Banana cream. Pineapple and cherry. Bubblegum
    Camille V.

    This is long overdue! But the owners are the kindest and sweetest people! They are so warm and friendly, the place is cute and clean. We visited Oahu back in June 2025 and stumbled upon this place on our way back to our hotel. We were craving shave ice after a long day at the beach. Their servings are huge and soooo good. I got the banana cream and it's by far my favorite. We loved this place so much we went back one more time before we left for our trip. Been recommending this place to friends and family who visit since.

    Menu as of February 2026
    Stacy S.

    Always on the search for a good shave ice place, I came across Chillest Shave Ice on Waialae Ave. It's a small hole-in-the-wall near The Curb. I noticed there was a parking lot in back of their business, but I'm not sure if that was for employees or the public. I ended up parking at a metered spot on the street, which is often hard to find. Upon entrance, I was greeted by the friendliest people. Not sure if the lady & man were the owners or employees, but they were very sweet. It's a small interior with a community table and a counter bar that looks out to the street. Cash only! They have 1 size and you can choose up to 3 flavors. They have 3 flavor categories: $6 classic, $7 house and $8 house. If you select 1 flavor from each category, you'll be charged the highest flavor. They also offer $1 toppings: ice cream, mochi & azuki beans, as well as free snow cap. I selected the banana cream, vanilla cream & orange cream under the $6 flavors. When it arrived to my table, I was shocked to see how big it was! It's definitely shareable. The ice was shaved very fine and the flavors were delicious. I can only imagine what the upgraded flavors taste like! I will definitely return to try some of their other flavors and toppings. I love supporting small businesses like this.

    Mike O.

    Honestly, I was a bit skeptical about dropping $7-$8 on a shave ice, but the flavor lineup pulled me in. It's a solid mix of local staples and Japanese-inspired hits--think Li Hing and POG sitting right next to Kinako Latte and Japan Grape. I stuck to my guns with Strawberry and Li Hing, while the wife went adventurous: Ramune, Kinako Latte, and some kind of brown tea (the name escapes me, but the vibes were there). The Verdict When the orders came out, we were floored by the size--these things are massive. But it wasn't just volume; it was actually refreshing and packed with flavor. The real game-changer? The syrup distribution. * Consistency: The syrups flow heavy all the way to the bottom. * Quality: Unlike some other spots (looking at you, Wailoa...), you aren't left with a cup of plain ice at the end. * Sweetness: Perfectly balanced--not that syrupy, tooth-aching sugar trap you find elsewhere. This is easily the best shave ice I've had in a minute. Tip: Cash only!

    William C.

    All the hype is no joke! Aaron Wong is creating flavors unique to the decades long shave ice industry. A steady stream of locals know this place and thanks to my Yelp Squad, I'm now a groupie too. Two visits in my last trip to Honolulu 'cuz there are so many flavors I wanted to try. Owner keeps the shop simple. They are not selling you all kinds of stuff in the shop. They let their shave ice stand out and do all the talking for them. Generous portions of Haupia, Melona, Lychee flavors poured onto a mountain of soft snow. Oh yeah...and I don't forget the ice cream...ever! Do NOT pass on this place. I know Waia'lae Ave is crazy with limited parking, but they have a lot in the back too and the side street. You won't regret it. TIP: Cash only at this time.

    Stephanie L.

    A towering bowl of heavenly shave ice! I've been here twice and I've loved both times. The shave ice is light and fluffy and the syrups are so flavorful and nuanced. Favorites are: Ramune Grape Strawberry milk Hojicha Always add a drizzle of condensed milk! The wait time for Shave Ice can arrange anywhere between 20 to 30 minutes depending on how busy they are, but it's very worth the wait. The portions are towering and there is a decent amount of seating. Be polite! Wait in line, wait for your order, eat and go. Don't linger around for too long knowing that there are others waiting for a seat to open up. Parking is located on the street or inside of the little lot behind the shave ice store. They take card and Apple Pay! So what are you waiting for? Go and get a bowl of Chillest Shave Ice!

    with mochi
    Doreen T.

    I heard the mochi here are the best, so when they told me they were sold out for the day, I promised myself I'd come back the next day, and I did! Just a heads up: Chillest Shave Ice is cash only. There's parking in the back, and you can scan a QR code for one hour of free parking. Unfortunately, I arrived right after a group of 10 had just placed their order, so there was a bit of a wait, but it was absolutely worth it. I ordered the strawberry milk and haupia shave ice, topped with mochi and snow cap, and it was AMAZING. The ice is shaved so finely that it just melts in your mouth. I honestly didn't think I could finish it all, but somehow I devoured the entire thing, yes, all eight mochis! The service was warm and full of aloha spirit. There are 3 small tables inside and couple tables outside in the parking lot. Chillest is definitely going on my rotation list for future Oahu trips.

    Matcha, hojicha, strawberry milk
    Eric C.

    This is my current #1 for shave ice, displacing Waiola. Ordering and menu are straightforward. There's 1 size. You can pick up to 3 flavors which fall under the $6, $7, or $8. So if you're pake like me, you optimize all flavors from the $8 menu. Also, snow cap (condensed milk) is included. How could anyone say, "No?" The ice is super fluffy and light. My top flavors so far: matcha, hojicha, haupia, strawberry milk

    Japanese grape, lilikoi and mandarin orange
    Todd H.

    Run, don't walk to Chillest! What a great concept of serving one size only. Let's you focus on the 3 flavors you can choose with your order. To make it easier, pick Japanese grape as one of your choices. Lilikoi and mandarin orange was the other two. Each flavor stands on its own thus the dessert is not solely a sugar bomb. Sit indoors and enjoy because once you step outside, the fine ice melts before your eyes.

    Vanilla cream and strawberry with snowcap. Simple, yet amazing!

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    I ordered the strawberry milk and haupia shave ice, topped with mochi and snow cap, and it was AMAZING.

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    @fortunefoodfinds: "Have a RICE weekend! A Mango Sticky Rice Bowl from WAIOLA SHAVE ICE. Coconut…read morecream syrup, mango fruit spread, coconut tapioca pearls, then drizzled with condensed milk on top. You can find this refreshing summer treat at their Kapahulu shop!" SERVICE: fast INTERIOR: have crack seed, candy, n' lots of merch for sale EXTERIOR: picnic style table seating, nice photo ops WAIT TIME: less than 5 mins PARKING: a few free space right in front OVERALL COMMENTS: always go to their Waiola St. location, but called ahead to ask if they had the mango sticky rice bowl n' was told it's only served at their Kapahulu location so that's where I went. Liked that they had more seating n' the inside felt more welcoming or spacious to walk into. The mango sticky rice didn't have huge chunks of mango, instead a mango jam-like puree. The tapioca pearls gave a nice texture n' the coconut n' mango flavors in the shave ice were definitely there. Now I know that they offer more special kine bowls at the Kapahulu location, which I will most likely go back here instead of their OG location. Their shave ice is always the perfect treat on a hot day!

    If you're someone who likes customizing your shaved ice, this place is worth checking out. They…read morehave an extensive selection of syrups and flavors, so there's something for just about everyone. One thing that stood out to me was the value. Compared to other shaved ice shops, the prices are very reasonable, especially considering the portion sizes and number of flavor options. I also liked that they sell fun extras like squishies and a variety of li hing-coated candies (Gushers, Nerd Clusters, Sour Patch Watermelons, etc.). The selection is great, although $3.50 for a small bag felt a bit pricey. I added mochi, but it wasn't my favorite topping. It did taste fresh, though, so it's more of a personal preference than a quality issue. Pro tip:Once you've eaten about halfway through your shaved ice, you can ask for more syrup at no extra charge. It's a nice touch that keeps the bottom half from becoming plain ice and definitely adds to the overall experience. Overall, this is a solid spot if you're looking for affordable shaved ice with plenty of flavor combinations and little extras that make the visit fun.

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    4.5
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    Island Vintage Shave Ice completely lived up to the hype and served one of the most memorable…read moredesserts I had in Hawaii. Located just outside the Royal Hawaiian Center, the shop almost always has a long line, but it moves surprisingly quickly thanks to the convenient self-order kiosks. Despite the steady stream of customers, the staff handled the crowd with impressive efficiency, and our order arrived sooner than expected. With its vibrant layers of color and fresh toppings, the shave ice created a breathtaking first impression. Better yet, it tasted every bit as incredible as it looked. **Hawaiian Rainbow: 5/5** The Hawaiian Rainbow was the perfect sweet treat on a blazing hot day. Layered with housemade coconut spirulina, strawberry, and mango syrups over incredibly soft shave ice, it offered a bright medley of tropical fruit flavors. The shave ice itself was exceptionally smooth and delicate, with a texture reminiscent of fluffy snow that dissolved almost instantly on the tongue. Hidden beneath it was a layer of rich, soft ice cream that provided the perfect creamy contrast to the refreshing flavors. The finishing touches were a generous drizzle of condensed milk and fresh strawberry chunks, whose subtle tang balanced the sweetness beautifully. Homemade mochi added a soft, pillowy chew, while the lychee popping boba contributed subtle floral notes evocative of rosewater. Every element complemented the next, making each spoonful just as enjoyable as the last. Island Vintage Shave Ice more than lives up to its well-earned reputation. From the stunning presentation to the handcrafted syrups, silky-smooth shave ice, and a texturally diverse assortment of toppings, every component came together to create a phenomenal dessert that's every bit as delicious as it is visually captivating. If you're visiting Waikiki, Island Vintage Shave Ice deserves a spot at the top of your must-try list.

    The best shaved ice in Oahu! I've tried ululani, waiola and Matsumoto. This is not overrated nor is…read moreit a tourist trap. It was sooo good and I truly appreciate that they use fresh fruit puree as their flavoring. I'm so glad I tried it on my last day or they would have emptied out my bank account. I had my first one around noon and immediately got a second one. Then got a third one a few hours later before I caught my flight home.

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    Monsarrat Shave Ice

    4.3
    (277 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    I'm not a huge shaved ice person however when visiting Hawaii, I knew I had to try at least one…read moreshop. We stumbled upon this spot after leaving the Diamond Head Trail and having lunch. The ordering booth was a small little area that you could miss if not for the sign. You can choose two flavors, so I chose mango and coconut then added condensed milk and mochi balls on top. I believe the total was $8. I wish they had been more generous with the mochi but overall still good. It was nice, refreshing and really yummy! I do wish there was some sort of seating nearby, but we walked down the street to the park and just sat there.

    Attending Bud's flag football game during the hottest time of the day, noon til about 2 pm my…read moreinternal alarms were going off: shave ice!!! I'd looked up Ululani's on Yelp but when I read Yelp Elite Randy S's comment I told hubs, we're going to Monsarrat Shave Ice. Can't believe we have never been here. Perfect timing, there was no line... YES! I ordered two strawberry mango with ice cream, mochi balls and condensed milk on top. I watched the solo employee methodically proceed step by step. She checked the block of ice til she was satisfied with the consistency of the shaven ice and pierced it in place. So smart she put the shaved ice into the bowls then poured syrup on it topped by a scoop of ice cream then continued to add more shaved ice. After she so gently shaped it she then poured half of the mound with one flavor then the half with the second flavor both in squeez bottles. Last of all she topped it off with the condensed milk. Such gracious pride in her skill made so lovingly. Every spoonful was so delicately refreshing. Please support and celebrate Asian American enterprises like Monsarrat Shave Ice. The menu board is posted on the left wall of the ordering counter. There are a few seats available but we drove to the free parking lot close to the zoo to leisurely enjoy our shave ice in the car under semi shade.

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