By far the best shaved ice we have ever had! We tried all the "popular" spots. None of them compare to Shave Ice Kauai (including the other places that use real fruit syrups). Tai is a true artisan...somehow he makes ice that doesn't give you brain freeze or feel cold. It's remarkable. This spot is a true hidden gem and should be on everyone's radar. read more

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Best shaved ice we had on Kauai, possibly best in the state of Hawaii. Light, fluffy, refreshing, and doesn't taste artificial. The ice were shaven to consistent sizes that's is smooth to the taste. read more

Rainbow Shave Ice Kauai - Rainbow shaved ice. - Shaved Ice Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

Another recommendation from a friend, and this one did not disappoint! Laura talked us through the process as this was our first shave ice experience. Dare I say we were spoiled by the best on our first go?? Laura makes all her syrups herself from real fruit. We went with a towering mango, coconut, lilikoi, and lychee with coconut foam, and it was truly delicious to the very last drop. Bonus that we got to meet her very sweet senior doggo who was making the rounds on the patio. Love the truck and the woman behind the magic! Such a great find! Mahalo!! read more

Rainbow Shave Ice Kauai - Shaved Ice Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

Yes, it's 100% natural Yes, it's fresh and made in-house Yes, it's bright & beautiful But don't think that all those wonderful qualities make you have to sacrifice anything at all. This is the tastiest, most delightful shaved ice my family has ever had. My son demanded that I leave a 5 star review ASAP. Full of flavor with no shortcuts taken. Stop by, if it's nearby, stop by. And even if it's a drive and a little out of your way, stop by! You won't regret it. The cream on top isn't just the delicious coconut foam; each delightful bowl is served up with the kind nature and warmest aloha from Laura. We'll definitely be back.... In just a few hours even. read more

Rainbow Shave Ice Kauai - Storefront - Shaved Ice Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

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We tried several shaved ice places on Kauai during our week stay and this was our favorite one we had to stop by again before flying out. The syrups are not artificially sweet and I see it's all homemade from fruits no wonder! This is really a special treat next time we come to Kauai we definitely will come back read more

Rainbow Shave Ice in Kahuku is the one that ruins all the others. We met Laura, the owner, and she's amazing -- friendly, funny, and clearly takes pride in every detail. We ordered the Passion Dragon: mango syrup, tropical flavors, coconut foam that tastes like it was flown in from heaven, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream at the bottom. Absolute perfection. Here's what makes it different: most shave ice spots leave you sipping melted cough syrup at the end (looking at you, the "famous" one that rhymes with Hashimoto ). Not here. Laura makes all her syrups fresh, so the finish is smooth, refreshing, and delicious all the way through. Pro tip: don't skip the coconut foam, and mix in the ice cream early -- it takes the whole thing to another level. read more

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- 10/10!! - I took my first bite and was blown away by how fresh and delicious the fruit flavor was. - The guava flavor was incredible - We came here twice in one week, the second time to bring my fiancé's mom because we insisted she had to try it - Owner was super kind & really cares about making good quality shave ice read more

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If you're anywhere near this teal green bus called Shave Ice Kawai, stop what you're doing and go! Hands down the best shave ice I've ever had -- and I've had a lot. What sets them apart? Everything is 100% all-natural, made from real fruit with no additives or artificial syrups, which means no post-sugar craziness for my kids (huge win for parents). The texture of the ice is insanely soft, like fresh snow, and the flavors are so vibrant and real it's like biting into the fruit itself. My kids were obsessed -- and I didn't feel guilty letting them go all in. But let me just say -- do not leave without trying the coconut foam on top. OH. MY. GOSH. It's creamy, dreamy, and just takes the whole thing to the next level. Shave Ice Kawai isn't just a treat -- it's an experience. Run, don't walk. read more

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I was told by the owner this is how shave ice is supposed to look like. Being born and raised in Hawaii, I know what shave ice should look like, or in this case, what it's NOT supposed to look like. As you can see from the video & images it was melting instantly in less than 30seconds & pouring syrup. Being a hot day is not an excuse since we live in Hawaii. The service was a bit rude as instead of saying sorry she instantly just asked what flavors we got. The cute vibes of the truck did not match the vibes of the workers. read more

I got to try Rainbow Shave Ice Kauai and it did not disappoint! The brightly colored truck is nicely tucked in the corner of the Ohana Hale Marketplace Kahuku, right by Ride & Grind Cafe and Tina's. When you look at the overall food trucks that are occupying the spaces, it fits perfectly well and adds variety with the already existing options. I ordered the Kahuku Sunset and it was good and refreshing! It's sweet but not over-whelming. The flavor is rich and natural because their syrups are homemade and organic--so don't expect this to be your typical shaved ice experience. I got to meet Laura and Maverick, the owners and they are friendly and welcoming couple. To any that are in the area, look no where else, come here and get your shaved ice! read more

Rainbow Shave Ice Kauai - Mango Shaved Ice - Shaved Ice Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

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Syrups tasted so fresh and natural, coconut foam was a nice touch on top. My favorite shave ice so far! read more

Rainbow Shave Ice Kauai - Lilikoi guava shave ice with mango puree and coconut foam - Shaved Ice Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

I don't know even where to start!! Laura makes all of her syrups from fresh fruits, the coconut topping was one of a kind and the ice cream at the bottom, sealed the deal!! Absolutely the best on the island! She is hidden in the front corner. The area had beautifulfoliage and the setting was very rustic! Her service was amazing considering, she is a one women show, This is a must stop, truly a hidden gem!! read more

Rainbow Shave Ice Kauai - OMG - Shaved Ice Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

AMAZING. Everything about it. The woman working (who owns the truck) told us all about hand making the syrups every morning which was necessary because the quality doesn't keep up to her standards after a day or two - great to know she really cares about the quality of what she's serving! AND the flavors were all to die for. AND and she hooked us up with an extra dollop of some (also homemade) coconut whipped cream and HOLY MOLY. I wish we'd gone earlier in our trip so we could've gone back! The serving is also HUGE and a great deal for the price. There are only two picnic tables immediately near by, but they're covered so you can easily grab a cup and sit in the shade to enjoy! read more

Rainbow Shave Ice Kauai - Food truck, ordering window - Shaved Ice Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

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Seriously the best shave ice on the island. The owner Laura is absolutely lovely and so charismatic and fun. The service went so smoothly. The flavors have that real fruit essence and are infused, not just topped. Definitely a place you can't miss when visiting Oahu!! read more

Ya... we went back.. like a couple times. (Which was special because we were not staying nearby). The shaved ice is absolutely the best we tried while in Hawaii. And Laura is so sweet! She gets it perfect! We loved coming here, not just for the best shaved ice, but for the kind customer service and generosity. Mahalo Laura! You are going to be always in our Hawaii memories. read more

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Amazing fresh REAL fruit flavors! This place is awesome! Got the regular size with ice cream and it's huge!

Fast and friendly. Yes, you can buy shave ice from anywhere on the island. But this lady makes her own syrup from real fruits. Not the fake syrups you buy from the stores. Try this place out, you won't be disappointed. read more

This was one of the best shaved iced I have had in Hawaii. Would definitely recommend recommended to anybody.

First time trying shave ice and I was blown away. Fantastic offerings, natural flavors (no artificial sweeteners/colors), and very friendly woman-owned business. read more

Amazing service and amazing shaved ice! Nothing but positive vibes from this place. Laura is the owner and she's the definition of hospitable. The shaved ice was absolutely stellar! We had the Lillikoi Special ... phenomenal. Unfortunately I forgot to take a picture of it. read more

We went to the food trucks in Kauai today. After a delicious dinner, we needed a dessert. So we went to Rainbow Shave ice cream. What can I say: we have eaten a lot of Shave Ice during our vacation - this one was the best. The owner is super nice, very helpful and very welcoming. She only uses syrups from her own production and no additives. Absolutely recommendable. read more

Rainbow Shave Ice Kauai - Delicious Shave ice - Shaved Ice Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

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Everyone loves shave ice and especially children! Lots of flavors and always refreshing and fun to eat. I ordered one with ice cream underneath the shave ice, yum! read more

Love this place! Great service - huge portions. The purees and caps are great. Delicious!