The Green General

4.7 (39 reviews)

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Closed • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Haley S.

We stopped by the Green General for our last shaved ice and dole whip of our Hawaii interisland trip. I chose the swirl option for my dole whip which included vanilla. My husband got a tropical shaved ice. Everything tasted great the only thing was the pricing was higher than we experienced at other shops and islands. My dole whip was $9 and was smaller than $6 ones I had that trip.

Ryan W.

The service was just as good as the shave ice! My kids LOVED the shave ice! We were recommended to try the lilikoi flavor! It was delicious! Definitely going back!

Allan D.

These guys just opened! Come support local people with phenomenal food, just like the shaved ice offered here! Awesome venue and awesome people inside! Give them a try! "They're your tastebuds. Satisfy them!" -Allan Delacruz

Paris D.

Ordered the Blue Skies, it was DELICIOUS. Blue raspberry, vanilla, ice cream and snow cap.

Kelly P.

I ordered the pineapple dole whip and it was delicious! It was a perfect treat to enjoy on a nice sunny day!

Ken C.

While shopping at Anchor Cove, we stopped in to the Green General for shave ice and a dole whip. Perfect servings and great customer service. Highly recommend if you're near Kalapaki beach.

Pineapple/honeydew with vanilla ice cream on the bottom. 10/10

Great service two awesome women giving flavor suggestions. Extra generous portions, with delicious ocean at the bottom. I mixed pineapple and honeydew, try it. If you're here on a cruise it's a great treat to break from the options on the boat.

Good one shave ice. Mango, guava, passion fruit with li hing mui Yessah

Yessah B.

I have been bringing my daughter here for shave ice after school for a week straight. She must really really love the shave ice from The Green General Yessah!

We were served by Mokihana and she was a delight. She handled our group of 14 without a sweat and was pleasant throughout. She told us about local spots to hit and I also added a new group to follow (The Green) on my streaming platforms. Now to the shave ice. Our group of 14 pretty much explored all that The Green General ad to offer. Every one of them were great. I'm not an expert on Hawaiian shaved ice but a couple in our party were and they were very complementary of what they had. The syrups used there were delicious and didn't taste overly artificial. The ice cream used in some recipes was very good as well (Costco). Overall, the shave ice, server, and the atmosphere were great. Highly recommend this list gem. Plus there's an ABC right next door in case you need to pick something up.

Joce L.

The Summertime shaved ice (pineapple, coconut,mango) really hit the spot on a warm fall day! Super fast service and friendly staff. Casual and clean ambiance. Recommend stopping by for a cool treat if you're ever in the area.

Tried a new flavor combo, definitely coming back. 1000/10 The size is perfect for those who don't want to waste. The Ambience is amazing and loving.

Smooth and flavorful shave ice! Great, friendly service too. Perfect last stop before we hit the airport.

Mi Nei M.

Great snacks, shave ice and the green merch! Service with aloha at this local family business with cute keiki

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jeizel c.

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shave ice was really good. wanna try the acai bowls next time. friendly staff, flavors would good. would come again. read more

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8.5/10 Got the acai bowl. Had this for breakfast which was a refreshing light meal. Definitely get a acai bowl here instead of the jammin banana that's around the corner read more

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Kelly Y.

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Went in today. The service along with my acai bowl was mediocre at best. Not sure I'd go back but it was worth a try.

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Paul H.

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Our last day on the island and my wife and I were out of our rental and cruising around, killing time before our flight back to the mainland. We had tried shave ice up in Hanalei several days earlier and I wanted to have it again. We were in tbe neighborhood of The Green General and decided to give it a try. To be fair, I did not read the menu thoroughly. I didn't realize that you had to pay extra for ice cream to be included. So, my wife and I both got shave ice without the ice cream. Frankly, I was disappointed. Parts of my bowl were just ice without juice. The flavors were rather artificial, as some other reviewers had remarked. And, the young women taking care of us, contrary to what many reviewers have stated, did not seem particularly happy to be there. My wife remarked that she didn't seem happy. Next time we're on the island it's Jo Jo's for us. read more

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Haley S.

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We stopped by the Green General for our last shaved ice and dole whip of our Hawaii interisland trip. I chose the swirl option for my dole whip which included vanilla. My husband got a tropical shaved ice. Everything tasted great the only thing was the pricing was higher than we experienced at other shops and islands. My dole whip was $9 and was smaller than $6 ones I had that trip. read more

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Chuck D.

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We had to support The Green as they are one of our favorite bands and have seen them in concert several times including our 1st date. So ya, The Green means something to us... The Green General is a nice addition to the shops at Anchor Cove. Central to everything and next to ABC Store & Crazy Shirts. We stopped in to get shave ice one day & it was nice to finally get to check out the snack shop. We ordered a small ($7) shave ice with grape & lilikoi. You can choose up to 3 flavors. They have some set flavor combinations that are named after some popular tracks from The Green. That was pretty cool. We were greeted nicely when we walked in by a young lady & young guy. The young man took our order & payment while she made our shave ice. As some may know, I love me some shave ice especially on the island of Kaua'i. I am a self-proclaimed expert. Ha! The Green General's shave ice is good. The texture of the ice is smooth and the grape flavor was really good. The lilikoi was good too but the grape was my favorite. They have some snacks and The Green/The Green General merch but unfortunately they didnt have the sizes we needed in the styles we liked. Hopefully next time we visit they will. Plenty of parking in their shared lot. read more

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Ryan W.

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The service was just as good as the shave ice! My kids LOVED the shave ice! We were recommended to try the lilikoi flavor! It was delicious! Definitely going back! read more

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Allan D.

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These guys just opened! Come support local people with phenomenal food, just like the shaved ice offered here! Awesome venue and awesome people inside! Give them a try! "They're your tastebuds. Satisfy them!" -Allan Delacruz read more

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Nelly C.

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First trip back to Kauai since 9 years ago. Love supporting local. Cute little shop. Really wanted to get a few matching shirts but barely any sizes available but I did score the very last bag tote and Love the thickness and quality of it! read more

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Paris D.

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Ordered the Blue Skies, it was DELICIOUS. Blue raspberry, vanilla, ice cream and snow cap. read more

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Kelly P.

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I ordered the pineapple dole whip and it was delicious! It was a perfect treat to enjoy on a nice sunny day! read more

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While shopping at Anchor Cove, we stopped in to the Green General for shave ice and a dole whip. Perfect servings and great customer service. Highly recommend if you're near Kalapaki beach. read more

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Great service two awesome women giving flavor suggestions. Extra generous portions, with delicious ocean at the bottom. I mixed pineapple and honeydew, try it. If you're here on a cruise it's a great treat to break from the options on the boat. read more

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Yessah B.

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I have been bringing my daughter here for shave ice after school for a week straight. She must really really love the shave ice from The Green General Yessah! read more

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Nina I.

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Super friendly service from Elena & Kianah and the shave ice was so flavorful; they didn't skimp on syrup!! Rainbow w milk and blue skies and ice cream Both really good Would def come back bc we had shave ice at other places and it didn't taste nearly as delicious! read more

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Joon S.

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We were served by Mokihana and she was a delight. She handled our group of 14 without a sweat and was pleasant throughout. She told us about local spots to hit and I also added a new group to follow (The Green) on my streaming platforms. Now to the shave ice. Our group of 14 pretty much explored all that The Green General ad to offer. Every one of them were great. I'm not an expert on Hawaiian shaved ice but a couple in our party were and they were very complementary of what they had. The syrups used there were delicious and didn't taste overly artificial. The ice cream used in some recipes was very good as well (Costco). Overall, the shave ice, server, and the atmosphere were great. Highly recommend this list gem. Plus there's an ABC right next door in case you need to pick something up. read more

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Joce L.

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The Summertime shaved ice (pineapple, coconut,mango) really hit the spot on a warm fall day! Super fast service and friendly staff. Casual and clean ambiance. Recommend stopping by for a cool treat if you're ever in the area. read more

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Ashley G.

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Great service! The lady working was so cool and loved to tell us about the owners she also cared if we enjoyed it

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Joi C.

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Tried a new flavor combo, definitely coming back. 1000/10 The size is perfect for those who don't want to waste. The Ambience is amazing and loving. read more

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Amber L.

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Smooth and flavorful shave ice! Great, friendly service too. Perfect last stop before we hit the airport. read more

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Mi Nei M.

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Great snacks, shave ice and the green merch! Service with aloha at this local family business with cute keiki read more

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Blythe B.

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Such an amazing shaved ice place absolutely loved it!! They have a variety of flavors and the service was great to add to that:) Definitely recommend read more

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Alli J.

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Cute, small business owned shaved ice place. The staff is friendly and the shaved ice is soo good!! read more

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Kristen N.

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Amazing service by Mokihana! great shave ice that's beautifully dressed. Glad we happened by!

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Kyrah V.

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Came here to buy The Green merch for my parents for Christmas and ended up with shave ice too. It's a cute little shop & we came when it wasn't busy so the service was great and it was clean. read more

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Ky T.

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Yummy shave ice! Friendly staff. Was quick and easy. We ordered the good one with snow cap and ice cream. Plenty of parking. Definitely recommend and will return to try more flavors! read more

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Alexander A.

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Bomb.com. Super polite, helpful, and welcoming. Must have Ice Cream and Sno Cap Great location. Super close to Dukes. Watch the surfers into the sunset!! read more

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Andrew C.

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Shaved ice! Great little spot for some friendly service, good vibes, and delicious shaved ice. Worth a stop, then stroll the beach!

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The Green General store is a nice and clean small family business shop. They sell shaved ice and the green merch. Go support local. read more

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Trisha H.

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The service was so awesome. they were closing but still took care of us love the ambience and friendly service! read more

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They have the best shave ice They are all super nice! They have sick merch. After a day at the beach or a hot day get your self a shave ice from the The Green General and check out The Green on Spotify, they are fire. read more

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Tiffany L.

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*Very little information. Nothing on their website or social media stating the menu, prices, or hours. I tried to go a couple times but they were closed and no hours were posted on the doors or windows. *Finally caught them open and was extremely excited to try it. It was less than average. On their menu it states $7.00 for a small and $9.00 for a large. When I ordered, they said one was $10.50 and the other was $13.50 and it was one size only. The menu is really confusing... Each "specialty" shave ice should have the price next to it. *They unfortunately don't have air conditioning so it was really hot inside and the shave ice melted so quickly. The spoon they provide is really small and hard to eat with. read more

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Jesse K.

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Best shave ice on Kauai!!! So many good choices and you can't go wrong. Great merch selection too

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Absolutely wonderful establishment! the workers were very nice and very personable. They were great with small talk and were able to serve me the Aloha spirit Hawai'i is known for. The Green Music is the best! their store front here give the "Green" esque vibe and is welcoming. This place is alsi a Cruis Ship favorite! Crew members eat here every week! A perfect item to have to make a great beach day! 10/10 RECOMMENDS YOU to get your shave ice here on the Island of Kauaʻi from The Green General Store! A Must see while youre here on Kauaʻi!! read more

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Friendly service! Yummy shave ice! Great location! Shuttle from the cruise ship made it easy to get here!

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Elizabeth D.

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Service was amazing and the shaved ice is great. Syrup doesn't taste super artificial which I love. Store is super clean and nice as well

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Jennifer A.

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So refreshing on a hot day! My little one likes the rainbow and that's he got He loves it & ain't sharing. We will definitely be back to try the other flavors! read more

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Shayna M.

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The best flavors with aloha spirit that'll keep you coming back for more! Don't forget the snow cap.

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Leiola O.

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Da shave ice is soooo ONO nice to have Native Hawaiians in business at the Green general

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More info about The Green General

3416 Rice St
Unit 304
Lihue, HI 96766
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https://thegreengeneral.com

Hours

What time does The Green General open?

The Green General opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Green General close?

The Green General closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Does The Green General allow dogs?

Yes, The Green General allows dogs.

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Does The Green General have parking?

Yes, The Green General has parking options. Validated Parking

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“Came here to buy The Green merch for my parents for Christmas and ended up with shave ice too.”

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Wailua Shave Ice

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Everyone told us to go to JoJo's- sorry JoJo- THIS place is the sh%#!…read more Please walk, run, waddle your way HERE! Set in a little strip mall, so lots of parking! Friendly staff. Nice air conditioning inside. They also sell merch. We shared the Almond Joy and the Lava Flow. Both delicious! The Almond Joy had great texture with the almonds and toasted coconut. And the Lava Flow was juice and perfectly sweet. No high fructose corn syrup here!

Wow! Wow wow! This was one of my favorite shaved ice places…read moreever. The fact that they have a vegan foam for the ube iced was awesome. So many times I have to skip out of the foam or the whipped cream because it's dairy. Back in the mainland and I'm already missing this place. Everyone there was wonderful and helpful in answering my questions. It's nice and cool in the shop. There are a few tables and a couple of benches. I wish I would have gone to this place in the beginning of my trip so I could have returned multiple times. But now I know for my next visit.

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Skinny Mike's Ice Cream & Shave Ice

June 2026 This is…read moreacross the street from Dukes restaurant. Parking was ample and plenty of seats/chairs both indoors and outdoors The ice cream flavors were plentiful. From the classic to the tropical flavors of the island something for everyone. I got 2 flavors and it cost something like $10. Worth it.

Great Ice Cream. Intimidating Scooping Energy…read more Skinny Mike's feels like one of those places locals would rather you not know about - tucked into an unassuming little shopping center with vintage Hawaiian vibes and decor that makes you want to grab a cone and stay awhile. The ice cream, thankfully, was worth crossing state lines for. My kids predictably ordered something bright blue - Cookie Monster and another flavor that could only have been invented by either a six-year-old or a marketing genius. Whoever came up with those flavors is probably laughing all the way to the bank. I went with mint chocolate chip and toasted coconut topped with hot fudge, and it was absolutely fantastic. Rich, creamy, and exactly what vacation ice cream should be. The only reason this isn't five stars was the service. Let's just say the welcome felt a little more "Who sent you?" than "Aloha." Maybe we accidentally wandered into a locals-only witness protection program. Hard to say. Still, the ice cream was so good I'd happily endure another soul-piercing stare for a second scoop.

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Uncle's Shave Ice

Really good! The ice isn't as smooth as some of the ones we've have in Oahu…read more Lots of flavor options including adzuki beans and condensed milk

Wonderful time at Uncle's Shaved Ice yesterday. Met awesome Ethan, who opened the door early, since…read morewe were there at 11:50stalking the place (but they open at 12:00), and he called to us with a big smile, "Hui! You coming in?" He had us four aunties cracking up from the get go. Shave ice was delicious, flavor combos were so Ono, especially with ice cream and snow cap drizzle. But the winner was talking story with Ethan, and our new friend, Derek and his gramma Lisa, as we admired Derek's blue lips and tongue from his shave ice! Stopping here made our day, deeeelicious & refreshing shave ice, wonderful customer service, and a chance to chill, talk story, and enjoy new friends. Thank you Ethan, good luck in school (remember what we need in Kauai)...and thank you Derek (aka Sonic) and Lisa! Did I mention shave ice was super soft & very refreshing? Go get em, and make new friends too!

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The Fresh Shave

WARNING!! This place will ruin you for all other shave ice! I am not kidding. It's that good…read more When my son-in-law texted that the barber shop had shave ice, I was worried. (It's NOT a barbershop... but easily mistaken for one.) All made with real fruits. Orange is real orange; not a sugary syrup. We heard them say they had swap out the açaí cone for blueberry-basil one of our days because Costco didn't have the açaí juice. This is by far the best shave ice I've ever had anywhere and I don't know if I'll ever have another shave ice without thinking about this one. Only problem we had was going back for a second time. First time we tried, they were out of all the fruit recipes by 4:00. The next time we got there by 1:30 and the store was closed for maintenance. We are trying again today. Crossing my fingers I can get The Caterpillar.

Not a fan, sadly. Don't order the chai shave ice unless you want super watered-down chai ice. I had…read moreto request for the worker to add more syrup, which did not make it better. They could make that syrup wayyyy more concentrated and added a thicker topping as their cream. The ice is acceptable but not as soft as other shave ice places in Hawaii. I would skip. Perhaps their other flavors are better. I give 2 stars for the cool mustache/barber theme and the effort from the workers.

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Hamura Saimin

This year our island mission is to find the best locals food. This was the most wonderful…read moreexperience. Aunties are friendly, quick and helpful. Seating is family style. We immediately struck up convo with woman sitting across from us. We told her our mission and she said she would show us the way locals eat Saimin. She taught us how to fix up the pepper water with the shoyu sauce and yellow mustard. It was fantastic. Really took the flavor up to another level. We also tried the Lilikoi Chiffon Pie, which was so light and fluffy. Not too sweet. We were blown away when the cashier told us the lady at our table paid for our lunch! The aloha spirit is alive and well in Lihue. We will most def pay it forward. If you're looking for that place where your kapuna wahine is cooking, THIS IS IT!

This was my first trip to Kauai in decades and my first time trying Hamura's! This is one of the…read morefew places most people I know recommend going as a must-visit for those traveling to Kauai. PROS The staff were incredibly friendly aunties and several of them helped us during our visit. The saimin came out piping hot and fresh. Noodles were cooked to perfection! Portions were quite generous. We weren't very hungry, so we ordered small portions and it was the perfect amount for us. Prices are affordable and condiments are readily available on the counter. It's a little unorthodox, but I added some chili vinegar to my saimin and it was delicious! CONS This is a hole-in-the-wall, no frills dining experience. It feels like eating in someone's home kitchen, which is kind of a vibe. The restaurant has no AC, which made it less than ideal for eating hot soup especially during the summer afternoon. Parking is very limited outside with a small gravel lot and street parking. The saimin broth was a little too salty for our tastes, but I was warned by a friend that that's how it is. I also ordered a beef stick, but our server forgot about it. TIPS Come during off-hours if you don't want to fight for parking. Come hungry and avoid the warmer months if you run hot. Try dip some of your noodles into chili vinegar and see how it is!

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Uncle's Shave Ice

Located in the heart of an outdoor mall with plenty of parking. They limit the number of people…read moreentering as the place is small and without indoor seating. There are benches outside. Staff lethargic. Unwelcoming. No smiles. Not a good first impression!! Shaved ice underwhelming, overpriced, and flavor of Mango or Taro undetectable. Served in small bowls that allows shaved ice to spill over. Won't recommend and will look for other places serving shaved ice when back in Kauai.

Very pleased with their soft shave ice and delicious fruity flavors…read more I especially love a vanilla center with pog. Portions are big enough to share.

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Tropical Dreams

Tropical Dreams is located in the same shopping mall as Wailua Shave Ice. We decided to switch…read morethings up and get ice cream one night. We got 1 scoop of ube and 1 scoop of mac nut. We sampled a few other flavors too and these were our favorite. This is a popular spot for dessert, and I like how they have tropical flavors too. The staff member serving us wasn't the most friendly, but I'm sure he's had a long day. For this reason only, I'd probably choose Wailua Shave Ice next time.

Can't beat yummy Ube ice cream in a cake cup that says "HAWAII"!!! Yum!…read more Hubby was happy with his Dole Whip. Cute place, friendly employee ( sorry I forgot her name). Next time I'll get the coconut too.

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Halo Halo Shave Ice

I arrived at the counter and found no one there. After ringing the bell for 5 minutes, a teenager…read morecame out. I asked about their shave ice flavors, and the kid told me they are out of a lot of flavors. I finally settled with some weird (available) flavor. To make the long story short, it was terrible. I would have had a better time sucking on an ice cube. 1 star off: no syrups 1 star off: no mac-nut ice cream 1 star off: no service 1 star off: there's nothing here!

No idea if they're still around. Enjoyed the shop when I was there a few years ago. There are spots…read morethat offer more of a selection, but they had ample choices for me. Atmosphere, as most places in the Islands, is relaxed. If this place is gone, just be sure to grab some shave ice elsewhere. I suggest a scoop of the macadamia nut ice cream in the bottom. Yum! I'll confess that I'm writing this so I can get the $*#! Tyler from Dallas off my screen (thanks for continually suggestion I write this review Yelp!).

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Island Treats and Gift Shop

Food 9/10 All the sweets we got here was perfect…read more Service 9/10 All the servers were great Ambiance 8/10 The place is a little cramped but they didn't have a lot of people there all the time so there was ample seating for everyone.

The Ubelicious dessert was sweeeeet Such a great serving size to share with others!…read more There are a lot of options to choose from for desserts. Employees are nice and you can tell they care :). There also is other savory foods they offer. The gift shop part of this establishment is okay, a little old and dusty items they're selling.

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Lappert's Hawaii

So many flavors to choose from. I got a keiki and it was a LOT. The double scoop was even bigger…read more Caramel coconut macadamia nut - super yummy. lowkey thought I'd never say this, but there may have been too much caramel, not enough coconut and macadamia nut. The caramel made it extremely sweet. Pukalani pineapple - SO good oh my gosh. It didn't even scoop bc it was so crumbly, but it was a sorbet and so refreshing. Auntie Mabel's Lilikoi dream - passion fruit ice cream + swirl of passion fruit sorbet + shortbread was such a good combo.

Very good ice cream but expensive…read more They have so many ice cream flavors and all are terrific. They let you sample them and it was hard to choose what to order. Very Hawaiian flavors which we love!

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Oreo flavor

The Fish Express

The moment my husband and I landed, we wanted to get the vacay going by looking up where to eat…read more Based on the time we landed we noticed alot of places closes by 8pm.The Fish Express was close to where we were at and they were closing at 4. We were there around noon and it is amazing to see that most of their fish were gone, I knew that was a sign that this spot was gonna be good! The fish express offers ready to go foods, hot food, and also fresh fish like a fish market! My husband and I always just get the poke and this time we tried ahi shoyu poke, ahi maui onion poke, ahi spicy poke with crab, and sliced tako. They don't have a seating place everyone either ate it outside the store or in their car. The poke... cuts like butter! When it cuts like you know you picked a good spot! There's something about getting the first bite at the start of your vacation that kick starts the day, time, and the vacation. Getting the right eats makes a person remember that special place and since it was our first time in Kauai, finding The Fish Express and eating one of the best pokes really set the mood to our vacation and I can't wait to go back!

Thor little spot was great!! Fish was pretty fresh! They…read moresell everything per lb and they options for poke bowls also. They have toppings à la carte. It's pretty reasonably priced, If I had more time I would have gone back for more! And they were super friendly also.

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One of the best poke spots!

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Konohiki Seafoods

Delicious fresh poke. Good ginger chicken as well. A very popular spot amongst tourists and locals…read morealike

Are you kidding me?…read more Apparently this is a locals spot and I somehow stumbled upon it. DELICIOUS. WORTH THE MONEY. CHEAP. BEST POKE EVER!! The line was so long all 3 times we went here and we would have waited 4 times the length because of how good it was. It was so good I didn't take pictures lol The staff is so flippin nice and friendly plus they give huge portions. There is a small parking lot with a few stray cats that try to bug customers for seafood (and won with us). Definitely swing by this place while visiting!

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An assortment of poke for days to picnic at Lydgate beach.

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Ahi Shoyu Poke

The Jammin' Banana Bakery & Cafe

Best place for breakfast in Kihue, the coffee is amazing and the breakfast bagels are top notch! My…read moreson loved the chocolate chip banana bread and the banana pudding was amazing.

The food and drinks were fine, but the service and attitude of the servers need significant…read moreimprovement. We were ready to leave and realized my friend had never even received her food. When she asked about it, we discovered it had been sitting on the back counter the entire time. They simply handed it to her with no apology or attempt to make it right. What made the experience even more disappointing was seeing the servers talking and laughing afterward. Overall, the lack of attention and customer care really took away from what could have been an enjoyable meal.

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Smitty’s Smash Burger

We walked in 15 min before they closed not knowing what exactly to do expect, but wanting a quick…read moreburger. The whole experience was incredible. The burger was soooo good. Service and ambiance were welcoming and perfect. I'm going to be thinking about this burger!!!

This place is a fantastic, welcoming, and relaxed neighborhood bar. It has that authentic…read moreold-school atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile, with friendly staff (thank you Justine for your excellent customer service) and a great local vibe. The menu is simple and honestly, when the food is this good, you don't need anything else. The smash burgers are outstanding (the Smittyaki is an absolute must!). The fries and onion rings are equally delicious and pair perfectly with a cold drink. If you appreciate a laid-back spot with personality, great comfort food, and an unpretentious atmosphere, this place is absolutely worth a visit.

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Rainbeau Jo's

10/10 experience. I wish I knew about Rainbeau Jo's sooner! Such an easy and yummy stop right by…read morethe airport. I have to say the service was some of the best on the island. The staff made me smile and brightened my morning with their fun positive personalities. I got the Cowabunga Brah breakfast sandwich and it was so delicious. Do not miss this stop on your Kauai trip!!

1) Food: I couldn't decide between lox bagel and pesto cream bagel so they were more than happy to…read moremodify to include both. Total was $12. Decently priced for Hawai'i (I've had $20 bagels on Oahu). Great flavors! The Kiawe bean taste reminds me of toasted sesame seeds. Enjoy it while it's warm. Not the same as NY bagels but I still enjoyed tMy indecisive-self appreciated having the best of both worlds for the shmears. I didn't get any drinks but they were also decently priced and sounded yummy. 2) Service: EXCEPTIONAL. Nothing less than amazing. If you want to feel special and energized, the staff can provide. 3: Ambiance: My favorite part of this cafe. The interior was intentionally created with a tropical theme and multiple seating areas. Even the bathroom was themed, clean, and neat. You could comfortably enjoy your food and drink here while you catch up with a friend, do some work, or just to sit alone and enjoy.

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Iced AMERICANO - 16oz (2 SHOTS)

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Kauai Bakery

Yummy Yummy Yummy donuts were great Malasala was great. Yummy goodness. I would definitely come…read moreback again. I will come here next time every time I can.

Good food poor coordination Do nit follow line of people…read morewaiting Though the customers tend to gang up in the staff.

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Ryan B.

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Kaylah and Jessa were absolutely amazing! Their customer service and dedication to the local Ohana on this island were outstanding. We forgot to add a snow cap to our order, and instead of re-ringing us up, they kindly said, "We'll take care of it this time." They also offered fantastic recommendations. There's truly no other shave ice stand like this on Kauai--one that genuinely caters to locals while keeping everything delicious and affordable. Highly recommend! read more

Steve S.

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1 year ago

Well worth the relatively short walk from the cruise ship. Strongly recommend the Snowcap. Good stuff?

Cienna E.

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great food and service! the place is cute too! We had to come back the same day! Will be back tmrw!

NurseExaminer M.

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2 years ago

Very good Shave ice on Kauai! Stop by and see them in Anchors cove shopping center lihue.

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