SnoBalls in over 100 flavors and countless combinations, well maybe not countless because it is…read morepossible to figure this out if you agree that "E+XX" is the exponential notation, which means you multiply the number that precedes the E by 10 raised to the XX power, or equivalently, shift the decimal point XX places to the right which means there are 1.26765 x 1030 different flavors that can be made using the 100 flavors available if the number of flavors is an accurate account of what flavors are available here. Regardless of the exact number of possible flavors I doubt that you'll get through all the possibilities since making decisions is often hard, and making good decisions quickly is even harder, so I decided to keep it simple and ordered a large "tiger's blood" although the sour cherry and sour grape combinations were speaking to me which I hope to try in the near future, I based my decision today on the status quo bias and because it was extremely warm and humid out, or maybe it's my tendency to stick with what I know, instead of choosing something new and different. I often see the alternative as a risk or just not worth the trouble, even if it might be better, although after my first bite I wish I had ordered something different, but these are so refreshing I was somewhat happy with my decision. No matter what you're craving I doubt very many people go with their original choice after standing in line for more than a few minutes. Everyone's a kid when it comes to SnoBalls even the most sophisticated palette struggles when given more than a few choices so don't hold up the line and pick one we all are feeling the same anxiety. The staff here is very friendly, accommodating and understanding of the process - the prices are fair or at least manageable if you're a wet ice junkie. You probably should order one size larger than your thinking to eliminate any regret when the spoon scrapes the bottom of the cup...

Great customer service!! Reminds me of New Orleans style snoballs. It was delicious and I highly…read morerecommend.

Waited over 40 mins for 3 small shaved ices. It was initially unknown they were taking pre orders…read moreand accumulated a extremely large wait. ​children were taking orders and working along side a baby sitting inside truck. Order was also incorrect when recieved.

Super fun and delicious! This is a real fun and fancy way to spruce up a birthday party! I bought a…read moreshaved ice down town a few months ago and decided to book them for a birthday party. It was worth every penny and then some. The kids had so much fun with the Sour Lemon and Dill Pickle options and I enjoyed the Tiger's Blood and also tasted their Key Lime which was delicious. I am wondering if they would offer an Iced Tea/Lemon mix because I think it would be super delicious on a hot day! The flavors are all very fresh and gourmet tasting. Not at all out of an industrial bottle from some factory. I will be looking for where they are around town on Facebook and if I see them out it will be extremely difficult not to stop and indulge in a little sugar! I hope they find much success!

The Hawaiian shave ice is always interesting. Some has additional topping over the shave ice. The…read moreone I have visit is just plain shave ice with added food flavor. The ice truck is nicely decorated. The flavor offered included 14 fruit flavors, 1 soda flavor, and 5 artificial flavor such as bubble gum cotton candy. Total of 20 flavors. I got the mango, strawberry, bubble gum, banana. Very rainbow color to me. I forget to check my tongue color after I eat. It good with summer heat with shave ice. They do give big snow ball size enough to share.

One recent afternoon, I was sitting under the awning at a KOA campground near Madeira Beach, the…read moreFlorida sun was baking everything that wasn't shaded. I started hearing some faint music off in the distance, as the music grew louder and louder I realized what it was but it didn't sound like the typical ice cream truck I heard driving through my neighborhood as a kid, this sounded more like something you'd hear in the Caribbean it was coming from an amazing colorful truck slowly making its way through the campground making frequent stops as it passed each campsite, it seemed like it took forever to make it the few hundred feet from where I first heard the jingle. With money in hand I stood by the drive anxiously waiting my turn contemplating the choices I'd soon be making, it's definitely "tiger's blood" a mixture consisting of watermelon, strawberry and coconut blended into a scientific concoction that is simply irresistible - then it happen I somehow switched at the last possible moment to "monster mango" noooooo I did not just do this, yes I did I was so fixed on the shave ice filling the cup that I screwed the pooch with my decision making ability. Let me say there is absolutely nothing wrong with my choice, it's an amazing product and it does exactly what it's designed to do and that's to put a big smile on your face, for a second or two I thought about ordering a second one but this mammoth one in my right hand convinced me otherwise besides there will always be a next time, at least that was my justification not too. The gentleman driving the truck and dishing out the goodness was very outgoing and super friendly, there's no doubt he loves what he's doing. The prices are reasonable but it's definitely not the old days when a half dollar would of gotten you a snow cone with extra syrup but the technology has taken this to a whole different level. I'm already planning my next trip to the west coast where I will hunt these guys down to get that tiger blood...

The shaved ice was good but I hit my knee on the back of the truck and now I have a bruise the size…read moreof Canada. It's painful to bend my leg and put on jeans.

Wow.... talk about absolutely sensational frozen delight this is going to be your next favorite…read morespot!! With over 40 mouth watering flavors including a sugar free option, you will be sure to find your next favorite flavor here!! check out my video review here https://youtu.be/RIVS_1RAV1Y?si=nKGvvC3UnHHnF9eO follow us on facebook at Out & About Bradenton With Tyler Butler

BEST SHAVE ICE outside of HAWAII!! It's pure perfection! I had my favorite since I was 5 so I know…read morewhen people do it good or bad and this is the best! Coconut, blue raspberry, with ice cream on the bottom and condensed milk cream. My 4 year old had rainbow of course cause it's so pretty! As we were still eating the shave ice, he was asking me when are we coming back because it's so good! As a Kanaka Maoli I always question every company that says they represent anything of Hawaii if they're not from there or of Kanaka bloodline. But this couple not only made their shave ice taste like my favorite childhood memories, they embody the true Aloha spirit. Aloha means love and the love they showed for my family brought tears to my eyes. Here's how my visit went: (Let me just start by saying I had forgotten my wallet that morning before driving up to Bradenton and took a card from my husband wallet when I dropped him off to use that day.) We walked in, greeted by the super friendly husband and wife owners. We tell them we're from Hawaii and have a family member that owns her own shave ice business back in Hawaii, so there's high expectations, . We talk story as we order our food, my card gets declined. They run it again, and again declined. I take my son to my car to see if I can by some miracle find another card or some cash, which I didn't. I find no cash, no other cards and realize the card I had was 3 months past expired! I started crying out of embarrassment of the situation and how it might appear to the lovely owners and my son of course was crying because I had no money to pay for his shave ice. The husband came out and told me not to worry about it and handed me my shave ice, saying they just didn't want to see my son cry. My husband sends me a picture of his card to see if they can process payment that way. I walk inside to ask and was told no they were unable to process the payment that way but they'll make my son's rainbow order anyways because again they don't want to see him cry! The wife tells me her own personal story and tried to comfort me, the stranger who walked in with no money. I thank them profusely and tell them I'll be back to pay! The wife looks me straight in my eye, smiles and tells me to take care and have a wonderful day! This right here is the personification of the Aloha Spirit! You don't have to trust someone to show them love especially when you believe they'll never do anything to make it right with you. They didn't know me, they didn't trust me, for all they knew I just came in there to screw them over, but they saw a mom and her son and took care of us from the bottom of their brilliant hearts! It took me an hour round trip but I came back and paid and they honestly at first didn't believe I had come back. The husband even tried not to let me tip them for their amazing service! Thank God for this couple who chose to show us patience and grace and comfort when I needed it for my weary child! Wonderful time here! I'll be back for the hospitality and my favorite shave ice! Also the place is very beautiful inside, like a little tropical party! Thank you to the owners for being such wonderful people! We really appreciate you both! Side note: Don't let the rain or cold weather stop you from stopping by. We waited over 10 minutes for the rain to let up so we could go inside! I'm so happy we waited it out!

Amazing Vampire Penguin Ellenton. They outdid themselves with all of this outstanding eye catching…read morecoastal decor. Vampire Penguin is loving Florida with his VW bus and his surf board hitting up all of the best beach spots in Florida. On the way he is serving up the best shaved ice with the best flavors & toppings. This stop you must do, whether you are by Ellenton Outlet Mall, on the way to Anna Maria Island or Sarasota or driving to SW FL or on the way up to Tampa. Don't miss Vampire Penguin. He will find a flavor that works for you. It's so light and tasty and a great treat on a hot summer day. We had Key Lime Pie and Strawberry Shortcake Shaved Ice. Service is Awesome and welcoming and all of the above here!

Oh my gosh!!! So good!!!! Never been here before and we are completely in love!!!…read more We got the strawberry cheesecake and our daughter got the dirt and worms!! I would definitely recommend coming here !! The staff was super nice and it was so cute inside!

Soooooooooooooooooooooooooooo many choices!!!!! Soft serve…read morecan mix with gelato!!!!!!!!!!!

Love all the size options!!! Tons of flavors of ice, not too sugary sweet, and drive through went…read moresuper fast! Great prices.

Awesome Italian Ice! I got a cherry and black cherry ice. The black cherry ice had cherry chunks in…read moreand I love when ice has fruit in it. It seemed clean and has outdoor seating. The employee was very polite and friendly. I will definitely go back to try new flavors!

So I went to Ritas to try a Lemon Ice. Ordered a small one which cost $5.00. Very disappointing…read more The ice was of smooth texture. Not really lemony at all. No crunchy feeling in the ice. I've been eating lemon ice since i was a kid in Brooklyn. Thats is a very long time. I will not go back. Waste of money on something that was not what it was supposed to be.

Absolutely delicious. I hate snow cones that lose their flavor after two sips this was amazing. So…read moremany flavors to choose from. Great outdoor seating - no inside or restrooms. Service was quick. You order at one window, and pick it up at the next window. Walk up ordering, no drive thru.

Great little lace reasonable prices great taste!great place to bring kids! Great in a hot dayread more

Pizza , salad and Italian ices were all great, love this place!!!…read moreFirst time having their food would def go back!!

Such a neat place! Visiting family on the area and wanted to check out a local arcade and found…read morecoco joes! The Italian ice is soo good! Plenty of flavors and options to choose from! Plenty of tables and booths in the arcade to enjoy your ice cream. Great place for families!