I love Chill. My first experience must have been last summer when we ended up talking to one of the…read moreowners about her icy creations with homemade simple syrup sugars and amazing flavor combinations as an alternative to artificially colored garbage. I was sold. This past weekend they were at the butterfly show and I feel in love all over again. Now that I've been reminded of my crush, I've pursued their refreshing, tasty, glorious icy treats twice this weekend. Yep, once a day. If I could continue to pull that off, I might, but sadly this will be relegated to my weekend treat. When it's warm out it almost trumps ice cream in its clean flavors and tricks you into having some more water. Tasty, tasty water! I've had the berry, fruit of the islands, strawberry, and lemonade flavors- among some others I can't recall right now- and loved them all equally. The ice is freshly crushed and flavors then poured over. Yum! To add to this you can have it topped with watermelon and mint. All in all, it's a perfect treat. The price is reasonable, $3.50 for a medium, which could certainly be shared. That's your prerogative; I don't often share. The owners are friendly and helpful, even remembering my order from the day before...way to be on top of it! Thank you to Chill for having such a fresh treat available for the upcoming summer months. If you haven't tried what they have to offer, definitely check them out. (They're outside of Krause's and Skirtz and Johnson's in case you think you've missed them).

This Place was delicious; this is far from your traditional snow cone, with all natural fruit…read moreflavors with no artificial ingredients. It was great, I had mango with strawberry mix incredible!! Every time I go to the Findlay Market I make sure to stop by get some shaved ice!!! This stuff is great on those hot Cincinnati days

On a hot summer day, shaved ice is one of those treats that really hits the spot. It is referring…read more It is nostalgic. It screams summer. What I love about Kona Ice is their set up. Order at the window. They instantly grind the ice, then customers are directed to the side to apply their own syurp. My children flip for this part. I have to admit, that when I order one for myself, I get a little excited about it too. It is not uncommon to see one child making careful flavor pairings, while the next tries some of each flavor. What is more kid friendly than that. My personal favorite is watermelon and cherry with a touch of lime. It is like summer on top of summer. I have been to school functions, festivals, even a dentist office that has had Kona Ice come out to serve patrons. (Sometimes it has been the Kentucky truck. I am not sure if they are owned by the same people.) Service is always with a smile.

Kona ice truck driver was incredibly rude. The woman driver looked unprofessional. Let down 2…read morechildren waiting in line. Waited in line at 5:31 Stopped serving at 5:30. Refused to serve us over literally 1 minute. The woman Kona truck driver should not be working with children. Te customer service!

Love the Ice Castle! Going to miss it being closed for the season. Affordable sweet treat :)read more

There are few things in life that manage to perfectly straddle the line between nostalgia and…read morenovelty. Snowie, the snow cone stand that goes by no other name because it needs no embellishment, is one of them. My journey with Snowie has been a tapestry of sensory joy, summer ritual, and a near-spiritual quest for the perfect blend of syrup and ice--a journey so rich and layered that I can no longer tell where the pursuit ends and the craving begins. The First Encounter I remember my first Snowie snow cone like most people remember their first kiss: vivid, electric, and oddly life-defining. It was a humid July afternoon--the kind where the heat warps the air and clings to your skin like molasses. I was hot, thirsty, and disillusioned with the world of watered-down slushes and sticky popsicles that promised relief and delivered regret. And then, like a desert mirage turned real, I saw it: the iconic Snowie stand. Bright colors, cheerful fonts, and a line that hummed with anticipation. I joined it without hesitation. What struck me first was the ice--not your standard, chunky, gravelly snow cone filler. No, Snowie's ice is different. It's whisper-soft, airy but packed, and it doesn't just hold flavor--it becomes flavor. It's not just a vessel for syrup; it is the canvas, the base note, the core of the experience. There's a silky texture to it, almost like fresh powder fallen from the sky and immediately kissed with fruit nectar. That first bite, with Tiger's Blood cascading into Blue Raspberry at the base, was more than taste. It was an awakening. The Flavor Journey You might think that once you find your favorite flavor at a place like Snowie, your journey is over. You'd be wrong. Snowie rewards the adventurous. The more you explore, the more it gives back. At first, I was loyal. Tiger's Blood, with its lush strawberry-coconut undertones, was my north star. But over time, I started experimenting--maybe a drizzle of Pina Colada on top, or a swirl of Sour Grape underneath. I fell in love again, and again, and again. There was never disappointment--only discovery. There are over dozens of flavors, and that doesn't even include the potential for layering or the fabled "create-your-own" technique. It became a ritual: each visit a strategic decision. Would today be a tropical blend with Mango, Guava, and Pineapple? Or a sour symphony with Green Apple, Lemon, and a whisper of Cherry on top? Each combination tells a different story. Some are loud and nostalgic, like Bubblegum and Cotton Candy--perfect for when I want to remember summer as a kid. Others are mature, nuanced, like the haunting balance of Blueberry and Cream. Every combo is a new page in a never-ending novel, and I am the protagonist. All I can say is - get lemon lime, cherry, and pina colada!

It's one of me and my toddler's favorite Summer Time spots. The college kids that work their are…read moresuper nice and are a great addition to the Paxton shopping center! Love the cotton candy snowie!!

Cute local ice cream shop in an awesome location on Broadway! It's always popping and for good…read morereason- ice cream is great and the vibes are the same.

Some aspects of Pendleton Parlor were on point and others left a little to be desired. First, it's…read morelocated in a really lovely part of Pendleton near a part of Broadway that's permanently closed for pedestrians and outdoor dining, so the ambiance is really nice. The inside of the shop is interesting, with knickknacks and things to look at in every corner- kids would love it for this reason! I immediately noticed that there were no prices on the menu... there were cups displayed on the counter with small/medium/large pricing but it wasn't clear what these cups were for- it looked like shakes. It was very off-putting for me to not know the prices of what I'm ordering, especially with more specialty items like cookie dough or coffee/ice cream creations where I can't predict a standard price. Second, there was only one dairy-free option... a cookies and cream ice cream. While it was tasty, it was my only option and that never feels great to order something because you have to. It also didn't have a description or any info available so I was left wondering what made it nondairy... almond? Coconut? Oil? Of course at a creamy whip type place I'm not going to expect the entire menu to accommodate me, but it's nice when there are at least a couple other options- especially with coffee, it would be easy to have a nondairy milk available or a sorbet/dole whip since they already carry many flavors. I tried a tiny bite of my husband's edible cookie dough and it was delicious! Seemed really sweet though- he could barely finish his side by side because it was so sugary--a good problem to have :)) I think I would go back if I had friends with me or happened to be in the area for Blink or the pool or something, but otherwise I would probably choose somewhere else where I have more options s and I know what I'm going to spend.

I ordered a cake from Chako and it was delicious. I ordered a matcha sponge with matcha cream. It…read morewas the perfect amount of sweetness. I also bought some pastries while picking up the cake. They were delicious as well. They were the typical pastries you'd get at an Asian bakery. The chicken Kara-age was also good. If I'm in the Cincinnati area and there's a special occasion, I would definitely come back! Chako was really friendly.

I saw reviews and pictures from this place and knew I had to try it while in town. They have…read moreJapanese sweets, onigiri, and sandos. As soon as I walked in the front door, I felt the warmth of the owners (at least I assumed they were the owner!). The way the talked to their customers like family was heart warming. They were out of the egg onigiri so I got a salmon one, a chicken sando, melon pan, and an ube cream dessert. The melon pan was honestly my favorite because they're so hard to find fresh where I live. The sando didn't impress me - too much mayo and limp lettuce without much flavor. The onigiri was good, as was the ube dessert. Id absolutely go back but skip the chicken sando.

My husband and I come here quite a lot. He usually gets a good boba tea and I feel like if they had…read morea rewards program, he would have had some free drinks by now. They also have a good selection of Asian inspired desserts and what not. This one that I can't remember what it's called, you definitely get your money's worth. It's like some sort of shaved ice thing with all these different toppings. Delicious! They also have the folded ice cream which is more fun to watch them make it versus actually eating it. Don't get me wrong a taste just fine but it's really cool to watch them make it. Service is always good although it takes them a while to make some stuff so you might have to wait in line for a bit. Ambience is all right for the most part. But we come back quite a bit!

I love this place. I usually get a Thai tea and it's my go to drink. My friend and I come with our…read moredogs and had our drinks outside. While we were there we were offered a free Thai dessert and it was so yummy I couldn't believe that that was my first time trying it

This shop is the dream. Immaculate vibes, great candy selection, and the popcorn is crazy good. The…read moreowner and staff are all very friendly and helpful!

Really disappointed to see Patty's closed during one of the most vibrant and community-driven…read moreevents in the city -- the Hyde Park Blast. It's one thing to close early, but to post a handwritten sign calling the event "stupid" was shockingly unprofessional. It's figuratively and literally more than a bike race, it's a fundraiser that supports cancer research and survivorship through the CancerFree KIDS Pediatric Cancer Research Alliance. It brings thousands of people together for a cause that matters deeply, while also creating one of the most electric, family-friendly atmospheres you'll find in Cincinnati. From a business perspective, this was a massive missed opportunity. The streets were filled with people eager to support local shops and enjoy the events which is exactly the kind of audience any small business would hope for. Instead of welcoming that energy, Patty's turned it away and insulted the very people walking by their storefront. I love supporting small, local businesses, but this kind of response shows a disconnect from the community that makes Hyde Park special. I hope they reconsider how they respond to events like this in the future.