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    Island Soul Shaved Ice

    4.9 (466 reviews)
    ModerateShaved Ice
    Closed 12:00 pm - 5:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Hannah W.

    Such a great little spot for Italian shaved ice in Honolulu! The servings are HUGE, so you definitely get your money's worth. Everything we tried was delicious, but what really stood out to me was the customer service. When I was ordering, they took the time to explain exactly what was in the items I was interested in. If I didn't know what something was, they explained it to me and made sure I understood what I was ordering and would actually enjoy it. I really appreciated that instead of just assuming I knew what everything was. They also took the time to tell us about Hawaiian culture and the history behind some of the specific shaved ice options, which made the experience even more enjoyable. You could tell they genuinely wanted us to learn something and have a good experience. The interior is also really nice and welcoming. Between the huge portions, great service, and the little bit of culture and education that came with our visit, I would definitely recommend stopping by if you're in Honolulu!

    Micah G.

    Looked up a shaved ice spot close to home and found this!!! Didn't even know they were in Kalihi but thank goodness because I really wanted some shaved ice!!! There was tons of parking out front so we were glad! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a cute little shop and I really like the door to go inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered the strawberry and salted lemon shaved ice #4 and it came with pineapple and strawberries. We also added ice cream so the total came out to $19 and something cents. Without ice cream would've been around $15. I think it was worth it! It was our first time trying and I'm not sure if it was the owner but I feel like she recognizes her customers because she asked if it's our first time since she's never seen us before hahaha!! The person taking our order was so sweet she explained everything to us and was easy to understand. 10/10 would come back and recommend. I wanna try the pickled mango so I'll definitely be back!

    Kerith H.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute place with a fun vibe and friendly staff![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The store is small and a little hard to spot from the street since the entrance is on the side, but once inside it's clean and decorated with some really nice murals.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is pretty tight, with a narrow walkway between the seating areas.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]When we visited, almost every seat was occupied, so we had to make our way to the far end and squeeze past other customers to find a place to sit.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There was also an area marked for employees only (at what would have been the front door) and boxes were stacked in front of part of the bench seating, which made the space feel a bit cramped.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu is very limited, with eight bowl options, all priced at $14.99 and no sign of a standard type shave ice. The portion is large and includes fresh fruit, but there is not a children's size or a smaller, lower-priced option available. If you are looking for a traditional shave ice shop with lots of syrup flavors and the ability to customize a simple shave ice, this probably is not the place for you. We ordered what was essentially the plainest shave ice available, just ice with two flavors, and it was still charged at the same price as the specialty bowls. There was not an option for a basic shave ice on the menu, we had to ask for that (since my son doesn't eat all the extra stuff and only wanted plain strawberry banana flavors) and the flavor selection was fairly limited overall. They were also out of a couple of flavors during our visit, despite already having a relatively small selection (around a dozen total). I also found the ice was not as finely shaved as I expected, and the flavors left an aftertaste. While the portions are bigger (served in a bowl), the price felt high for something that melts quickly. Adding ice cream costs extra, bringing the total close to $20 for a single shave ice. One small thing that stood out to me is that they refer to it as "shaved ice" rather than "shave ice." Visitors may not notice the difference, but in Hawaii, "shave ice" is the traditional local term and part of the culture, so the wording felt a little out of place - and definitely didn't seem local (Everyone we saw seemed to be either a tourist or military). That said, the employees were genuinely friendly, and the shop itself is cute. It may appeal to those looking for specialty fruit-forward creations, but it was not quite what I was expecting from a traditional Hawaii-style shave ice experience, especially given the price point. I did like that they had a little treasure chest for kids to pick a surprise! It was small bubbles but was a fun surprise for my son!

    #4 is so wonderful..
    Rue B.

    This is my first time on the island and was told I must have Shave Ice. This is a great place to get it. The service is great and you can tell they care house their quality of service and product.

    Number 2
    Ridley W.

    Best frozen treat I've ever put in my mouth. Gourmet crafted shaved ice, with thoughtful ingredients. Customer service is amazing and kind. We got number 6 and 2.

    Rainbow mix
    Lusema A.

    The owners are so sweet. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is clean and so cute.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The shave ice and ice cream did not disappoint at all. This place is the cutest.

    Rainbow shave ice
    Hannah F.

    We stopped here to get some shave ice on the way to pick up our car and we're not disappointed! I was a little apprehensive since it's called 'shaved ice' and not 'shave ice' but it was really good! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Super cute and family friendly interior, delicious shave ice and excellent customer service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We will definitely come back!

    Mural
    Monica T.

    You can taste the quality of the homemade all natural ingredients. The owner was super sweet and generous! Must try!

    La L.

    Ono shave ice with fresh fruits. They make their own syrups with organic cane sugar--not too sweet. Bowl perfect size to share. Friendly service--the very kind lady explained the different menu options. We went with #2 lychee.

    Lychee shaved ice

    Delicious and fresh. Simple menu with organic cane sugar syrups made in-house --- makes a difference! It was sweet but not overly sweet and definitely not artificial tasting like some other places. The rainbow Do it yourself one was a hit with the kids! Fresh fruit on the side and great service. Try this place for an aloha break away from the Waikiki madness.

    Eun H.

    If you're on Oahu, Island Soul Shave Ice is easily one of our favorite stops. An absolute must before or after visiting the Bishop Museum (it's only 3-4 minutes away!). The rainbow shave ice was hands-down my kids' favorite out of all the shave ice spots we tried. They loved getting to decorate their own shave ice with three different flavors. It made the experience extra fun and personal. We also tried the cassava pudding and unique flavors like jasmine, taro, and pandan--something totally new for us. As someone coming from Los Angeles, it's actually hard to find something that feels truly different, but this absolutely was. Such a fun and memorable treat! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The shop itself is such a vibe! Bright, cheerful, and filled with fun murals that instantly put you in a good mood the moment you walk in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Everything was spotless and well-kept, which I really appreciated.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But what truly stood out was the hospitality. The owners were incredibly warm and welcoming. Genuinely above and beyond friendly. It's the kind of place that makes you want to come back again. Highly recommend!

    Hot day! Shave Ice is the answer!
    leimomi k.

    Hot Day! Here is the answer.... good shave on the ice, just how I like it. Home made, no artificial flavors, real cane sugar. This is a really good choice for a healthier shave ice. Healthier because they make their own everything and no artificial nothing. Expect a slightly higher price shave ice or ice shave ( yesssss) but it is so much more tastier.

    #6 & #2

    Kenneth was so dope! That dude made an awesome mix and was so chill! Awesome shaved!! He uses real fruit and the coconut topping was hand shaved!! And the syrup is sooooo dope! Do it!!

    #3 watermelon flavor and assorted fruit

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