Ululani's has new items. They are Dirty Soda's made with Ululani's Custom mixes. You can choose from soda, sparkling water or Red Bull as the base. Step 2 is to pick your flavor, then the cream or extras. The staff was so helpful in deciding flavors and what to try. I chose the lilikoi and lychee flavor with the haupia cream(vegan) with sparkling water. We are definitely going back to try more flavors. read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - So glad Ululani's is on Oahu now! - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Tried this place for the 2nd time and it seems to be a hit or miss. Our first visit was soured by the service. The staff was mixing up orders and it took a while for us to get ours. The service this recent time was fine, although they started cleaning the floors when we started eating so it smelled strongly of Pine-sol. Also, my shave ice had so much syrup on it that it was spilling out of the bowl. Fiancé and I ended up just sharing his. I will say - the fresh mochi and snow cap toppings are good though. read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Mango and Pineapple with fresh mochi - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Ice was soft - good options for flavor. Fast service Easy process Overall good experience read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This was fantastic! Being from New Orleans and devouring snowballs for years, this shaved ice taste very similar to me. To be fair, I always get a chocolate with condensed milk poured on top, and it was delicious! The consistency of the ice matters for me. This was a refreshing treat especially during the hot summer months. The staff was very helpful and patient. The restroom was clean. Parking was minimal, so walk if you can. read more

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We love shave ice--fine fluffy syrupy kine with a dollop of ice cream nestled in the center with snow cap of condensed milk and bespectacled with mochi--and for that we paid $16 for a Keiki (child's), not including tip! Delicious but exorbitantly priced imo. Róselani is a good ice cream, but alas it's $2.85 add on for less than a quarter cup ball. Hmmm.... Service is fine, friendly and space has indoor seats but I'm not sure this can last. read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Interior - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Went to the Kapahulu location. Small shared parking lot. Pretty busy so patience is key. Friendly staff to help. Shaved ice is fluffy and syrup ratio is good. Enjoyed being able to sit down with a small group of 6 no problem. read more

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Good, but honestly I don't get the hype. Ululanis has yummy local flavors and I'm a fan of their new dirty sodas, but honestly it's quite expensive for shave ice (starting at over $7 for a keiki size!) and they aren't making their syrups in house. It's also very busy and gets crazy at nights, even on weekdays. Would go to Chillest in kaimuki over Ululanis every time - the shave ice is about the same price but so much larger, plus the syrups are homemade and you can really taste it! read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Dirty soda menu - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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A little sweet for our liking but loved the lihing mui syrup! The texture of the ice was also amazing. Workers were friendly and happy. It wasn't too crowded on a Thursday evening. read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I stopped by here yesterday with my father for an afternoon snack. My father was looking to get a shave ice and who am I to complain with that? So I looked on Yelp and was able to find this location of Uluani's which, while close to Waikiki, is not in the chaos of Waikiki. In any case, for my shave ice on this day I went with an ulu and chose lilikoi and coconut as my two flavors. My father also went with an ulu and chose grape, lime, and coconut as his flavors. The ice here was shaved super thin and, as usual, I loved the flavors. The coconut at Uluani's is creamy with a nice coconut flavor while the lilikoi is both sharp and sweet, which makes for a great combo. My father also enjoyed his combination, which included flavors I had never tried from Uluani's before. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. As I have stated in other reviews before, I consider Uluani's to be the standard for shave ice and this visit only reinforced that. read more

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Disappointed that it was mostly just ice, the syrup was just on top. Would recommend Haleiwa Town Shave Ice near Stix in Waikiki--much better! read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Ice - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This place was rad! The ice is incredibly soft and finely shaved, the flavor selection is awesome, and they definitely don't skimp on the syrup. The kids were beyond excited because every bite was packed with flavor. If you're looking for a great shave ice spot in Hawaii, I highly recommend stopping here! read more

After trying all of the hyped shave ice spots on the island, I can confirm that Ululani's is #1. Their ice is so soft and smooth, their syrups are made with real fruits (none of that artificial tasting BS), and they use Rosalani's ice creams (goated). Service is friendly and quick. There is plenty of seating inside too. I've been to the location here and on Maui, and love their mango, strawberry, guava, and pineapple syrups. Also, do yourself a favor and get a scoop of the Banana Mac Nut or regular Mac Nut ice cream (ITS SOO GOOD). read more

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Great option for shaved ice. Lots of flavors and definitely satisfied the kiddos. This location is located next to Leonard's so the plaza is pretty busy. We went late at night after dinner and it hit the spot. Lots of seating and the staff was very friendly. read more

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Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice is a shave ice chain that started by Ululani and her husband David. The business began by serving at community events and private parties and now has 15+ locations throughout Hawaii and various states in the lower 48. This location in Kapahulu is in a small plaza across the street from Leonard's Bakery. They have a smaller and a bigger size for their shave ice. We ordered the keiki / small ($7.29) which included three flavors; we got mango, strawberry, and blueberry. We also added mochi and ice cream as toppings and along with others the total ended up being around $13. They use syrups made with pure cane sugar, natural fruit purées, and ultra-purified water. When I ate it I could tell they were not artificial at all, unlike other shave ice shops I've been to. Their tag-line is "All shave ice is not created equal" and you can tell the difference between Ululani's and others. read more

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Cute little shop with a master creator; each serving is edible art. Hands down the best thing I've ever eaten. Choose your bowl size, then one scoop of premium ice cream, then your syrup flavors and cap off if you like. I kept things simple. Medium bowl, pineapple coconut scoop, Hawaiian sunrise flavors. I had the pleasure of watching all of the magic happen. After my scoop was covered with shave ice and patted down, deep holes were poked into my treat and it was covered with Hawaiian syrups. Each spoonful was delightful, I was mad that I didn't choose a larger size. There were chunks of coconut and pineapple in each bite. My syrup flavors; passion orange, mango and guava were a great choice. Kicking myself for not ordering a larger size. That was amazing! read more

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Came to this location at 12:30 on a Tuesday. A nice, large and air conditioned spot to buy and eat shaved ice. Unfortunately, they were out of 8 flavors when we were there, but the ones they did have were quite tasty. We got Mango, Guava, and Pineapple. Shaved Ice texture was really good like shaved snow. Towards the bottom, the ice compacted down into larger chunks. Also, the center of our shaved ice didn't get any syrup. Otherwise, a really nice refreshing snack. read more

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My bf and I were in the area and I've always wanted to check Ululani's off my shave ice bucket list, so we stopped in to the Kapahulu location after dinner. In terms of the menu, it can best be described as "sensory overload" haha...their menu is printed in rainbow colors and there's so many options/combos/add ons to choose from. For comparative purposes I went with the flavors I usually get from other shave ice stores (lychee + pog, but we also added li hing). Since we were still full from dinner, my bf and I decided to split a keiki size. I wanna say our total for one keiki shave ice came out close to $14 ($7 base, $2.50 for the ice cream, $1.25 for snow cap, $1.50 for mochi) pretty pricey! With that said, I could tell the quality of the ice, syrups, mochi and local ice cream was top tier. I'd recommend this place to tourists or if you're in the area and want to treat yourself. read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Keiki size with snow cap, mochi and vanilla ice cream - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Love the shaved ice here - syrup flavors are very good- ice is fine shaved customer service is awesome! Simple and good is all you need ! Pictures are worth the visit with limited parking but at least they have a parking lot in a very busy area ! read more

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Upon doing my research for Oahu food recs, I came across a lot of shaved ice, one of which was Ululani's. We stopped by Leonard's and Sunrise so we figured we should loop in Ululani's since it was right next door and we were so glad we did. I'm used to the courser shaved ice we have back in Texas so when I saw it was so fine and smooth, I was truly mind blown. We got 2 out of the 3 most popular combinations - the no ka oi "the best" (mango, coconut, passion fruit) & sunset beach (mango, passion orange, & guava). The syrup is not overly sweet and very flavorful (I feel like it's one of the only shaved ice places where you can actually taste what the different flavors are), and I like how you can get extra pumps of syrup for free if you need more towards the end. While I do wish toppings came with it, it actually allows you to enjoy the shaved ice at its core more. We did end up coming back to Ululani's three times during our trip after trying several other shaved ice places and Ululani's is still our top contender when it comes to shaved ice. read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Finally got to try to shave ice here. Vast selection of flavors, including all the classics plus more exotic ones. The ice has a fine texture and they are generous with syrup. The line can get long but employees keep the flow moving at a decent pace Clean but generic interior seating area. Some merch for sale read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The ice was unique from other shave ice places around town. It very fine, which made it very densely packed. I'm not sure if this is my favorite texture of shave ice, but it was interesting and good to try! We got the "Sunset Beach" which had a combination of more "fresh"/natural flavors. The space is clean with tables inside to enjoy your shave ice. read more

Ululani's is a local favorite. It was reccomended to me by someone who's lived on the island for a while and I can see why. There is a parking lot and if you have trouble there are also some side streets you might find parking. There's a long list of flavors that you can choose from. You can also ask for additional syrup if you like but I found that each time it had a good amount of syrup on it. Staff: Nice (5/5) Sanitation status: Really clean (5/5) POG Shaved Ice (5/5) This was so delicious. The ice was really soft and smooth, they poke holes in it so the syrups can penetrate deeper into the shaved ice. I got my shaved ice with a snow cap which is a condensed milk drizzle and some mochi. The mochi was really soft and I would definitely reccomend adding it. I also tried their lychee flavor but it didn't really have a strong flavor if you're combining it with other options. read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - POG Shaved Ice w/Mochi + Snow Cap - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

In a neighborhood overflowing with shave ice options, Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice manages to stand out -- and not just because it's a Maui transplant that's earned a loyal following. Location-wise, it doesn't hurt that it's literally next door to the iconic Leonard's Bakery. If you've ever wanted to juxtapose hot and cold treats -- a warm, sugar-dusted malasada followed by a cloud of shave ice -- this is your moment. But proximity aside, the true defining feature here is the texture. Ululani's uses ultra-purified water and a signature packing technique that transforms ice into something silky and refined. After shaping it into a near-perfect sphere, they add a bit of theatrical flair: gently poking several holes and flicking away tiny imperfections before applying their house-made syrups. The result? A texture so fine it almost feels mousse-like -- if you can imagine ice in that form. It's delicate, airy, and melts cleanly on the tongue. Detractors might argue it lacks the denser body or chew some prefer at Waiola Shave Ice, but that really comes down to personal preference in mouthfeel. If you favor silky over structured, Ululani's is your lane. Beyond the classic rainbow of flavored syrups, they venture into more unexpected territory with options like pickled mango, habanero mango, and wet lemon peel -- flavors that bring a subtle heat or tang to balance the sweetness. The standout order that fully showcases their strengths is the all-coconut combination: coconut syrup layered with coconut cream, a scoop of Roselani premium haupia ice cream tucked inside, and finished with toasted coconut flakes. It's coconut expressed in multiple dimensions -- sweet, creamy, nutty, and aromatic -- without feeling heavy. Among the bounty of shave ice shops in Honolulu, Ululani's distinguishes itself through craftsmanship and texture. It's less about nostalgia and more about refinement -- shave ice elevated to something almost ethereal. read more

They're located in the plaza that's next to Leonard's Bakery. I ordered the lava flow (regular) and sunset beach (kid size.) The kid size is almost the same size as regular so I would just get the kid size for cheaper. What makes their shaved ice unique is they poke holes in the ice so that more syrup flavor seeps to the bottom. The ice was very soft, fine and smooth. However, I thought it was extremely sweet that I couldn't finish it. I wished they had real spoons instead of wooden stick so that it was easier to eat. Customer service was eh. The girl who took my order seemed very annoyed and not very friendly. read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Lava Flow (regular) and Sunset Beach (kid size) - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Paid nearly 10 dollars after tax for a keiki flavored shave ice, and just got ice. What was flavored wasn't really anything to write home about anyway. read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Absolutely the best shave ice chain in the islands! I always get the Haleakala, which comes with a free snow cap. A must try if you enjoy coconut like I do. They get busy on warmer days so don't be surprised if there's a line or a lack of indoor seating. It's definitely worth the wait though! read more

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We went to check out Ululani's after our daughter's Birthday dinner to grab some dessert. Located on kapahulu ave in a small shopping complex with other restaurants and shops, they have a shared parking lot, which was pretty empty when we went. We tried the lava flow which was very good and tasty and with the roasted coconut flakes which gave it a nice texture and flavor. Our daughter had the sour apple and banana with ice cream which they enjoyed even kinako. Service was excellent and staff was friendly Restroom in the shop and area inside and out was very clean, they had hand sanitizer and napkins on the counter to use and help yourself. read more

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Ululani's serves some of the best shave ice I've ever had--truly unbeatable! We brought the whole family to the Honolulu location because it's one of my husband's favorite places, and now it's a favorite for all of us. This location is always packed, and for good reason--the flavors are vibrant, the ice is super fine and fluffy, and everything is made with care. Despite the crowds, the service is efficient, and there's indoor seating so you can enjoy your treat comfortably. It's a must-stop for us anytime we have family visiting us. Totally worth the wait every single time! read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Looks small but they really pack it up! I got the kid sized version with matcha, ube and coconut and it was so flavorful. The azuki beans were on the bottom and they drizzled condensed milk on top. My boyfriend got the tropical one which consisted of guava, mango and something else with mochi. The mochi was chewy and it was homemade so it was super sweet like the store bought ones. Service and staff are super friendly and there's a lot of seating inside the store. read more

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We stopped by Ululani and ordered an Ulu size shave ice with pickled mango, blue hawaii, and guava with snow cap. Flavor wise it was really good. The ice was super smooth and fluffy and did not give me any brain freeze, which I appreciate. The combination of flavors worked well and the pickled mango added a nice contrast. Service was quick and efficient. Our order was ready within about 10 minutes and the employees were friendly and upbeat. The shop itself is cute, clean, and well decorated, and they even have a bathroom which is always a plus. That said, I did feel like the portion was smaller than expected for the price. We paid around $10 for a regular size and it felt a bit underwhelming compared to what I expected. Not bad, just something to be aware of. There are plenty of seats and generally plenty of parking, but since it is right next to Leonard's malasadas, parking can sometimes be limited when that lot gets busy and people spill over. Overall, great texture and flavor with fast service and a pleasant environment. I would come back, but mainly when I am craving smooth shave ice and not expecting a huge portion for the price. read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Ulu Size Pickled mango, guava, blue hawaii - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Service was great and food was even better! Great customer service. I Will definitely be back!

We dropped in to cool off and got a few shave ice with ice cream. We enjoyed all of our shave ice. The only negative was the price - we paid $44.00 for 3 shave ice. read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Regular size shave ice with ice cream - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

So everyone I know rants about this place and says it's the best shave ice here on Oahu ... my thoughts are ... it's kinda hard to mess up shave ice... so I have to give it a try ... it's good... they poke holes in the ice so that the flavor goes through so that's great!! ...great service indeed ... pretty fast and very busy!! I do think that they are kinda pricey but .. Would I come back ... sure ... why Not .... read more

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Ululani's is a must for any trip to Hawaii!! The local motion with vanilla ice cream hit the spot. The Roselani ice cream they use is really uniquely creamy and almost chewy, it really elevates the shave ice above its many competitors! I also really commend the service at this place, as we initially received the wrong shave ice and they simply made more for us and allowed us to eat the one that they made wrongly as well. Ululani's is unique because of the intensity of flavor in their syrup. This particular location makes HUGE size shave ice. Their keiki size is the same as the ulu size at other locations. This spot is also very conveniently close to Leonard's!! read more

Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice is the best on Oahu! The staff is extremely friendly. We got three of the specialty large shave ice over two different days. #1 & #2 are delicious and the ice is very soft. We like to add macadamia nut ice cream to the order. It is better than the famous shave ice on the North Shore (we tried both places on different days). If you want the best, go to Ululani's in Waikiki. A bonus across the street is Leonard's malasadas. Give it a try and you won't regret it! Aloha and enjoy your vacation. read more

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This place is so different than what my friends thought. They assumed that the shaved ice was gonna be more icey and have to "use a pickaxe" to break into it. They found out it was soft and fluffy. I think the lava flow was super tasty and would love to go back. Idk if im messed up for saying this, but it had what i thought island flavors would be. I think this place deserves the hype read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Lava flow - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Not for us! Have been ordering shave ice almost all my life and the people behind the counter were confused on what I was ordering... strange! Oh well Anyway the flavors were more sugary then expected but I figured they are making it to the taste of the younger generation then the older generation. read more

Absolutely the best shave ice experience! The ice is incredibly soft and fluffy--it literally melts in your mouth like real snow, never getting crunchy. I tried the blue hawaii,strawberry ,grape flavors and could really taste the difference. Don't skip to add the mochi and a scoop of ice cream at the bottom. 5/5 stars! read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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TL;DR Top-tier shave ice. ----- My wife and I felt like taking our daughter for a treat. We were craving shave ice, so based on a recommendation from some friends, we decided to visit Ululani's for the first time. There's a parking lot in front with ample parking. We arrived around 4pm on weekday and it was crowded but there was no line. We ordered the regular (Ulu) size shave ice with azuki beans, snow cap, and fresh mochi. For flavors, we went with recommended "Sunset Beach" combo, which is comprised of passion orange, mango, and guava. Damn, the shave ice here is phenomenal. The ice itself is super light and fluffy, the flavors are superb, and the toppings are solid. We were especially impressed with how intense and precise the flavors were. Taking a bite of the mango portion of the shave ice at times tasted like biting into a real mango. Crazy! I also appreciated how thick and chewy the mochi was. Ululani's is firmly in the top spot of my shave ice power rankings. I look forward to my next visit to try different flavors! read more

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice - Sunset Beach w/ Azuki Beans, Snow Cap, and Fresh Mochi - Shaved Ice Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Still the king of shave ice! Got the Pickled Mango, Li Hing, and Lychee with Li Hing Powder and Mochi and it still blows my mind how great it is. Mine was a little icy but for the most part the texture was still great.My wife got the Sunset Beach (Passion Orange, Mango, Guava). It was a new flavor for her but she still loved it. Service was friendly as usual and the place was pretty packed as well despite it being a Monday night near closing. read more

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