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    Mountain Magic Shave Ice

    4.8 (134 reviews)
    InexpensiveShaved Ice
    Closed 10:30 am - 6:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Bowl- height of shave ice
    Cynthia J.

    This comes as no surprise. This places is always worth it and I come AT LEAST once a week. I genuinely don't believe that you can have better quality ice for this price point. The shave ice is smooth and creamy and doesn't have an "icy" consistency if you know what I mean. They have great flavor options for both syrup and ice cream flavors. The sizes are true to what you order, and it doesn't melt too quickly if you eat at a consistent pace. The employees are always kind and helpful, and always help me make syrup options when I want to try something new. Fair warning. The waiting space inside is limited and they can get BUSY. There are plenty of things to shop inside, momentos and souvenirs. There is also benches that you can sit and enjoy outside that is shaded and offers the nice ocean breeze.

    small shave ice
    Kacie S.

    Shave ice is sook soft. Literally melts in your mouth. Great unique and delicious flavors. great price for the size. Highly recommend condensed milk topping

    Best shaved ice
    Josie T.

    The shaved ice was the best, there's no place like this in Cali. The snow cap ‍ I've never had anything like that before. My boyfriend got the Rainbow flavor ‍ it was the best because you get the banana flavor mixed with blue vanilla and pineapple but wait..... I did not know there was vanilla ice cream at the bottom.... AMAZING! If I had known, I would've gotten orange flavor. Great place to grab a few souvenirs. The girls that worked there were friendly.

    Sabrina V.

    Delicious shaved ice. The mochi was yummy too. Affordable, local, and casual. Nothing fancy, but this does the job. Not a lot of options for shaved ice in the west side, this was one of the only places that came up. I'm also a tourist so wasn't sure how this was going to be, but was pleasantly surprised and extremely satisfied, would return if ever on the west side. Also, the small can be shared between two people at least!

    The best shave ice on the island
    Ross S.

    Mountain Magic Shave ice is the best shave ice that I have found on the island, and trust me I have been on the hunt for years!! Their ice couldn't get any softer, they have all sorts of flavors that are made in house, not to mention all the toppings. DO NOT SKIMP ON THE TOPPINGS!! I love the ice cream, snow cap, azuki beans, and mochi. Also the sizes are huge. Two people could share a small easily. In my photo I have a small! Every time I am on west side I make sure to stop here!!

    Shaved ice- Cherry & Blue Raspberry
    Desiree R.

    Hands down one of the best shaved ice spots I've ever been to. Their souvenirs are very beautiful I had to take some home with me lol. The customer service is A1, the vibes are welcoming, and the flavors? INSANE. Way better than Waiola Shaved Ice by a million each one explodes with flavor. 10/10 recommend

    Ube and mochi topped lilo
    Rebecca C.

    If you're all the way out West, stop by! Giant servings, melt in your mouth, very fruity juices. We tried the lilikoi flavor, which was super nice. The ube snow cap was super creamy and delicious. The mochi was tasty and very plentiful. Generous servings. Some outdoor benches. Lots of parking.

    Mika G.

    Another stop on our Shave Ice Expeditions. In fact we went twice again in a short period of time. We went to the Makaha store tho I know I have been to the truck in Waikele probably a decade ago. But this place is great. Again, staff is efficient. The keiki is the best size for all of us because really who needs that much. I always sugar crash after. I have a hard time recommending flavors as we all have our own personal taste buds but I will say I dont see enough difference in the "cream" flavors for the upcharge. The ice texture is nice and soft how we like but again with that you have a bigger chance syrup wont make it all the way to the middle. Again, not a deal breaker for me unless its really bad. The root beer met my daughters approval which means its actually good. I like that they layer the toppings in the middle and on top. So I could get a good ration of mochi and shave ice all the way through my experience. We are in Makaha all the time so I am sure this will be standard, especially since the prices are reasonable.

    The menu!
    Nicole R.

    My cousin introduced me to this place for the first time a week ago and OMG.... I CANNOT WAIT TO COME BACK!!!!!!! I tried the shaved ice. I got the 3 flavors: strawberry, pineapple and guava, with snow cap (condensed milk), li-hing powder and mochi balls. OMG. they added mochi balls in the middle, layered at the bottom of the shaved ice and not just the top, i was happy about that lol the mochi balls were big and tasty, the flavor of the shaved ice was spot on and i can't wait to come back and try other flavors. Customer service was welcoming, fast & friendly, Ambience of the store was relaxed, lots of things to look at and purchase here, cute local apparel, hats, bags, swim wear all kinds!!!!!! Def recommend this place!!!!!!!! It's around the corner from Makaha Longs (cvs)!

    Lynelle P.

    The BEST shave ice!! We been to a lot of shave ice places and let me just say- Mountain Magic Makaha is the VERY BEST!! Ice is so soft, flavors are always tasty!! Friendly workers, great staff, easy location to find, store has a lot of cute things to purchase from tourist to locals. This has been by far one of our most visited places monthly. We literally come here anywhere between 3-5 times a month & our daughters also come here just as much! Highly recommended. Won't be disappointed & guarantee you'll be back! Really is a hidden gem!! So if you know you know!! & us locals we know

    Menu 6/6/2025
    Jaynie K.

    Everything is delicious, constantly craving this! Mochi is a must, kalo cream and haupia is my go to! Absolutely yummy! My wife really enjoys the "brown gravy" topping, which is puréed lemon peel. Limited time, so gotta get our fill!

    Skyylee S.

    The best shave ice on the island!!! Good customer service, clean stocked area, fast service.

    shave ice with mochi, boba, and ice cream
    Mika ..

    Love the wide menu options, so much to choose from! the service was really good and staff were super friendly and outgoing. Really nice place with so much to buy.

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    4 years ago

    Love how soft the ice is here! Have not tried all the flavors yet. Gotta make a stop here when heading back to Kapolei from Makaha beach.

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    2 years ago

    The softest shaved ice i've had! incredible flavor with such a variety to choose from, lovely staff & quick service! 11/10

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    3 years ago

    Definitely one of the better shave ice locations. Ice cream with shave ice on top was great 1,2 combination.

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    One of top 2 favorites on the island!! Great stop past the pink pillbox hike! Would highly recommend the drive!

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    5 years ago

    Very unique yummy selection of slushees, shave ice, and Boba. My husband enjoyed a cold coffee blended drink.

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    Great shaved ice - don't forget to order it with the ice cream in the bottom! Staff was very kind.

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    If you're on this side of the island... a must stop :) Perfect shave ice and friendly staff!

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    7 years ago

    Got the taro boba, wife got one mango lilikoi shave ice. Supa dope boba, supa dope shave ice.

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    4 years ago

    Exactly what real shave ice is. Was happy with every scoop! Not I'mce from an ice machine. Authentic!

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    4 years ago

    Amazing shave ice and ice cream! fav shave ice in oahu!! wonderful flavors and great value

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    5 years ago

    Really great shave ice!! The mochi is VERY good. Would recommend getting condensed milk on top. Very reasonably priced and lots of options.

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