7Gradi is one of my favorite gelato spots on Oahu, conveniently located with free 1 hr parking at…read morethe SALT complex in Kaka'ako. You can ask for flavor samples here which is really nice. I decided to have their peach mango which was nice blend of sweet, tropical, and tartness. I also really like their guava and yogurt flavors too, but it wasn't anything option this time around. Overall, their gelatos are bold, rich, and creamy with large portion sizes. Highly recommend!

Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 Craved a sweet treat after lunch. Walked over to 7Gradi. The guy who helped us was amazing and encouraged us to try different flavors. We got the biscoff, ube, and mango passion fruit, which were all delicious. The biscoff was my personal fave. I also got to sample the strawberry, which was very refreshing. We enjoyed our gelato on the communal tables outside of the shop. This place had good gelato and great service and I definitely recommend!

Must do when you're in Kailua! Amazing chocolate and a wonderful experience!…read more Locally grown goodness!

This experience was really cool, the cacao tea was amazing and the samples were great, all the…read morechocolate was so rich. I would definitely recommend to anyone. They also have a lot of variety to choose from which is nice.

This is a cute eatery with a pretty diverse menu IL Gelato offered breakfast items, acai bowls,…read moregelato and specialty drinks. My son ordered an açaí bowl and my daughter ordered Strawberry Guava gelato. Both were very tasty and refreshing! We received friendly service as well.

Cute ambience. We enjoyed our ice cream outside on their patio and it was perfect…read more Service was excellent. Our server was very patient and helped us with all the samples we wanted to try. The coffee ice cream didn't have enough coffee flavor and the Dubai ice cream wasn't worth the cost. I was a huge fan of the lilikoi cheesecake ice cream and double chocolate.

The almond cookie ice cream is to die for. We met the owner and she told us the cookies are made in…read morehouse. We stopped for almond cookie gelato three out of the seven days on a vacation. Feel free to taste all of the flavors, but you'll end up ordering the almond cookie. Make it a double scoop with the waffle cone.... If I'm wrong, please report me

Came in early afternoon on a Monday with no line or crowd except for 1 person studying…read more I was bummed to hear they had no ice cream cakes available. The flavors offered were great. Some classics and other local flavors. I got the Mango Sticky Rice and Lilikoi. Next time I'd try their guava and black sesame, and Halo Halo. Prices were ok but dang "shrink-flation" really sucks in regards to serving sizes. I like the ample seating and benches outside. Would I come back again? I would and probably come back to study if I'm wanting splurge. But if I'm in the area and wanna save money... I'll just go to the library.

6-11-26 What do Yelp friends talk about when they get together? Yes, Food but also...desserts!…read more While I was hub's chauffeur today to drop him off to a doctor appointment followed by lunch my internal light bulb switched on when I passed Cedar street. When I met Yelp Elites Jackie and Donna last week, Jackie shared a place Donna took her to. I never knew the location of Cedar Street since I haven't been a townie in half a century. I looked up La Gelateria and we were a couple blocks away. Not sure if you're actually supposed to buy retail here but the head employee was so kind enough to stop what he was doing and went over the many flavors in the refrigerated display coolers. They have dairy free too. Hubs tried the man's favorite Mac nut and I chose Kona coffee. You can order on line. It looks like a production kitchen in the back with freezers upfront labeled with the contents. $2.50 per tiny cup. They have larger sizes too but we just had lunch. Creamy, delicious, hits the spot.

Quaint hidden shop located in town! I've passed by many times but had no idea what was located…read moreinside. I went in looking to buy a pint of two of sorbet for a friend's birthday but I went overboard and came out with NINE. I went in blindly after a friend suggested this place but I had no idea how many different flavors they had. It's cash only at the store but you can order online to pay with card and they'll get your order ready right away. They have a convenient online order system that is super easy to navigate so the pints added up quickly! My personal favorites are currently black sesame, strawberry lemonade (super tart, which I love) and Kona coffee. My friends loved earl grey, pistachio, and ume guava.

My family and I decided to get Miya Bowls, which we found through Instagram. We tried the acai,…read moremango, and ube bases and they were all good! The fruits were fresh, and the toppings, they don't skimp out on. Overall, the food and service were great. Would definitely recommend stopping by if you're in Wahiawa. We will be coming back here for next time! :D

Today for lunch we went to Miya Bowl for the first time, and it definitely didn't disappoint!…read more We both got acai bowls, and they were so fresh and delicious. The staff were super sweet and made us feel so welcome from the moment we walked in. If you're looking for a cute little spot to grab an acai bowl, go check them out! We'll definitely be back, and I'll for sure be telling all my family and friends about this place

If you're tired of paying overpriced resort dessert at the Hilton, I found a spot not too far away…read more It's a 5 minute walk. Here's my take: Food (4 stars) + Toasted marshmallow gelato--absolute highlight! Imagine a perfectly roasted marshmallow in gelato form. (5 stars) + Nutella gelato--creamy, rich, and perfect for hazelnut lovers. (4 stars) ~ Passion fruit gelato--too tangy, not the best choice. (3 stars) Service/Ambiance (4.5 stars) + One girl was working there and we were impressed with her work ethic. She is calm, efficient, and happy to let you sample. + Portion sizes are generous--double scoops can feed 2.5 adults easily! + Late evening and no crowd--this spot's a hidden gem. Overall, 4.5 stars! If you're strolling through Honolulu, skip the passion fruit--but you can't miss that marshmallow magic!

Located on Ala Moana Blvd across from the Hilton Hawaiian Village and Island Market…read more.. It's kind of hidden because it's at the lower level or basement level but it's literally only a few steps down... I'm not much of an ice cream eater but really enjoyed the salted caramel gelato here. They have so many options and even offer the Dole whip (if you don't make it to the Dole plantation and want the whip...stop in here). Staff were very friendly and service was fast. Prices are reasonable and we definitely recommend!

What a service! Not only best coffee that my friend convinced me to try (the real Italian Illy) but…read moreamazing service by Daniel, who served with his whole body and heart and incredible smile, very humbly explaining what I asked for. I am not sure if I got more lift from the delicious coffee or his kind service. Nadine and Daniel are an amazing team and they create great vibes together.

I've always loved stopping by IL Gelato every time I'm at Kahala Mall!…read more I love how some of the flavors rotate sometimes so that I can try new flavors. The gelato is always super good no matter what flavor I get, although I especially like the ube cookies and cream! The texture is very nice; the gelato is smooth but still a little sticky. I haven't tried the affogato personally, but my mom also recommends that as well. The service is always good here. The staff is always willing to let you sample flavors so that you can decide what you want. They bring good vibes and seem happy to help. The menu has a good variety, and I feel that there's just enough flavors of gelato to choose from. The only complaint I have is that the portions are a little small for the prices, but in my opinion the gelato is still worth your time and money. The circular design of the place is nice, and I like the displays, the presentation of the different flavors of gelato, and how the menu is nice and legible. The place is nice and simple and is not more than it needs to be. Don't forget to get the ube cookies and cream if they have it when you go!!

We came here for açaí bowls after reading some yelp reviews. We normally go all the way to…read moreWaikiki's Waffle and Berry for our açaí fix, but living in Aiea makes it so far! We ordered the açaí bowl, (small $12.50 and large $14.50) and also ordered popsicles (10 for $15). Already the price of this was way cheaper than W&B. Liked it! I apologize for the lack of photos of our açaí bowls, but I have a bad habit of digging in right away then realizing that I forgot to take photos when it's half gone. I'll attach photos when I go back...because I most definitely will be back! I think I still prefer the taste W&B açaí, but the açaí here is really good and satisfies the craving! The popsicles on the other hand, were just ok. It was described as large otter pops and while I wouldn't go THAT far, I don't think I'll get those again. Didn't try the juice yet, but the price is pretty high so not sure if I'll get around to it. Especially since the açaí is soooo good!!! I'll probably always get that instead!

I wish I could give this place a 3.5 overall, but the service deserves 0 stars…read more From the moment we walked in, there was zero acknowledgment from the employee. She was watching Tinker Bell on the TV and didn't greet us or even look up - no hello, no smile, just awkward silence. We were the only ones in the store and still had to awkwardly approach the counter just to get help. As first-time customers, there was also no explanation of the scoop sizes or pricing, which made ordering more confusing than it needed to be. When we finally ordered, two items were made correctly, but one person in our group ordered dragonfruit gelato. The employee started scooping strawberry instead, and even after we politely pointed it out, there was no acknowledgment or apology--just silence. It made for a really uncomfortable interaction. While we were eating, the employee went into the back, and we could hear her loudly scrolling on social media with the volume on full blast, even laughing at times. Toward the end of our visit, she came back to the front, sat down, and continued on her phone. The entire atmosphere felt so awkward that we decided to leave and finish our gelato in our cars. Even as we walked out, there was no thank you, no goodbye--no acknowledgment at all. It was honestly disappointing. That said, the gelato itself is actually really good, and the interior of the shop is nice. That's the only reason I'd consider coming back. Unfortunately, the service really brought the experience down. Proper customer service training is definitely needed. I would come back for sure, but I wouldn't return if that same employee was behind the counter.

Truly one of the highlights of our entire trip. The cocktails and dessert were incredible easily…read moresome of the best we had in Hawai'i. We ordered the Matcha Old Fashioned and Sencha Gin Soda, and both were so beautifully balanced. The Matcha Old Fashioned in particular was genuinely one of the best cocktails I've had in my life. Creative and unique without being overly sweet or having any one flavor overpower the others. For dessert, we had the Matcha Anmitsu, and WOW. The matcha flavor actually came through rich and complex while still feeling light and balanced. On top of the food and drinks, the ambiance was amazing and the service was excellent. Everything felt thoughtful and intentional from start to finish. An absolute must if you appreciate matcha, Japanese flavors, or a really well-made cocktail. A million out of 10 would recommend and until then ima dream about coming back.

Cha To Gelato Zen is a Japanese tea shop meets modern simplistic elegance. Opened in Kapahulu in…read moreMay 2023, I am happy to have been able to experience the changes it's undergone over the years. The owner now serves unique alcoholic tea libations, handmade Japanese sweets inspired gelato flavors and traditional Japanese anmitsu desserts alongside loose leaf tea offerings. The matcha lattes here are amazing but I love their hojicha latte even more with its earthy but well balanced flavors. Hands down my favorite tea shop of all time in Hawaii, and also what inspired my own tea hobby/journey through the years. Highly recommend this place to anyone who loves ice cream, lattes, teas, or all-of-the-above!