Someone someday will have to convince me that my love of a POG shave ice on a Mac nut ice cream with snowcap isn't the best treat ever! Until then I am going to continue to go out of my way to come to this beloved Hawaiian traditional shave ice spot. After being teased about opening soon - it is here and by the traffic it is here to stay! read more

Ululani's - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Service was outstanding. We haven't been to this store and like noobs we were standing in the wrong place to order. DOH! They were kind enough to point us to the right place. They were patient as there was 6 of us trying to decide what to get. This spot is great! Get plenny da kine tables fo sit and talk story. Good social vibe in the store. Local kine music is the right vibe. I got the Lava Flow. Sooo good! You will be ruined for all other shave ice. This is the BEST! You must try it and you'll never want anything else. You'll have dreams about this shave ice. read more

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ULULANI'S @ CHULA VISTA Parking is available out front and is shared in a plaza. Line was quite out the door, and it was packing in there! I've heard about this place before and had to stop by to try, the manager MJ was so SWEET. She came by multiple times with different samples of their popular flavors. I really loved how the staff was kind and friendly. The place itself was pretty spacious, many seatings except it was packed so it was hard to find a spot. We ended up getting a regular size which was about $10, you can choose ice cream or azuki beans as your base, and then your shaved ice goes on top with up to three syrups. There are toppings like fresh mochi and condensed milk. Overall, really tasty but it was definitely on the sweeter side, lots of syrups, but very tasty! Mochi was too large, wish it was in baby pieces! However, it was overall delicious for a sweet treat! read more

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Best shave ice ever! Amazing options for flavors and really nice staff! For sure coming back

One of my favorite Hawaiian spots made it locally and I was excited to try! I came 15 minutes before it opened on a Saturday afternoon and I was able to leave in an hour - which is faster than some other people. I tried the Rising Sun which had lychee, green tea and almond. I also added condensed milk and mochi. The mochi was to die for soft! My dessert was flavorful and light and I regretted not having some ice cream with it! I was able to taste a few of their flavors from the owner, who was the sweetest person. She did apologize for the extended wait since they were still in training, with the Maui team helping them for a few days. Cafe is clean and had some cute merch. Seating is limited and some ppl sit down first with their party standing in line, which limits the seating options even further. Kinda hard to eat this while walking around so you may have to enjoy this standing up or in your car. I got lucky with a table. Definitely will return again to try out more flavors! read more

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Let's start with the good.... The ice is great. Soft and smooth. Just like getting a shaved ice in Hawaii. The bad.... It was incredibly busy and crowded. The tables and floors were sticky and dirty. There were so many teens talking behind the counter instead of working. This would be fine teens being teens, but not while a whole crowd is crammed in a tiny space waiting to be served. There was so much frustration and tension, that it's hard to enjoy a nice treat with kids screaming inside a tiny space. I think what really caused a one star loss was that when we got to the counter so many flavors were out of stock. Mango, cotton candy, and guava which are the flavors of their "favorite" recipes. Yikes. maybe a little warning before we wait in line for 30 minutes and wait another 30 minutes for our snow cones. Not sure if we will be back, which is awful because we really wanted to love this place and support a local business. read more

Ululani's - Small cups - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Perfect place for a sweet treat on a hot day! Be prepared to wait an hour in line though. Just the price you have to pay for a popular spot. I've never worked in food service before but I wonder if they can prep a bunch of shaved ices beforehand so that they don't have to spend as much time shaping them during rush hour. The staff is so so friendly! I'm always a sucker for tiger's blood. I'll definitely be back again! read more

Ululani's - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

I decided to try this place out after opening months ago. Partly, because the lines were so ridiculously long. And if I'm being honest, I still prefer the Ululanis's in Hawaii... service was okay. They had two people working and it took what seemed like forever to take our order. We got a couple of sunset beach and the no ka oi - the best (with snow caps of course). I think they could've been a little more generous with the syrups! Ambiance was nice! Love the back drops and pictures on the wall, very aesthetically appealing! Overall, not bad! Still prefer the OG spots in Hawaii. read more

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Stopped by Ululani's the other day since I'd heard about it from quite a few people. I'll admit I'm particular about my shave ice especially on the mainland and concluded that Ululanis is probably one of the best I've had in CA. Located in a strip mall, there's quite a bit of parking, and while the inside is on the smaller side, it has a colorful friendly island vibe. There are a lot of flavors and a couple of favorite combos along with a variety of toppings and Lapperts ice cream. I choose the Sunset Beach combo with passion orange, mango & guava (some of my favorites) with macadamia nut ice cream and Haupia topping. They really take pride in making it, each one a perfect ball of finely shaved ice, strategically placed holes for full flavor. The syrups also had full flavor, a tad bit sweet but it is what you can expect for shave ice, but they also have sugar free syrups as well. The price after the add ons plus tax & tip came out to $15 which was a little more than expected but was a great treat for a warm summer day. I would definitely stop by again next time I'm in the area. read more

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12/29/25 - Finally, was able to visit this place. Nice location with a good amount of parking. This is located in the same shopping center as the Chipotle and Manna bbq. Staff was very friendly and helpful and was able to answer our questions. I ordered the Sunset Beach and my friend ordered the No Ka Oi and both with macadamia ice cream. Sunset Beach comes in passion orange, mango and guava flavors and No Ka Oi comes with mango, coconut and passionfruit flavors. The syrups they use are really good. You can identify the flavors and they are very generous with it. They also tell customers to let them know if they need more syrup. The macadamia ice cream is SOOOO good. It has a good amount of macadamia nuts in it. My friend also asked for a taste of the ube flavor and I can confirm it is legit! They sell the ice cream on its own too and I think by the pint. Very happy that this place is good. The quality of the shaved ice is pretty good compared to others I have tried here. Nothing beats hawaii though but I think the location helps with that. LOL Anyway, I highly recommend this spot. (They also have cute merch.) read more

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First time we had Ululani's was in Maui many years ago. So, when one opened up close to home, we were excited! Currently, their hours are different times on different days. We happened to stop by on a day where it opened at 3pm. We arrived around 3:10 and there was already a line stretching out past Little Caesar's pizza. We decided to line up, hoping it would go quick. Well, it did not go quick. It was the slowest line I've ever been in! We ended up waiting for an hour and a half. Once inside, every customer's face had the look of exhaustion. Because once you finally get to the front, you have to wait an additional 15 minutes for your order. We just got back from Hawaii and had Matsumoto shave ice. The line was long, but efficient! There were only about 5 workers and they churned out those shave ice orders with efficiency and did not keep their customers waiting for too long. Hope that Ululani's can work out some sort of order and plan to be more efficient. Seemed like there were about 7 or more workers back there doing their own thing. Although it was a bit chaotic, I can't say anything bad about the shave ice. We ordered the sunset with Haupia (coconut) ice cream and strawberry, Pina colada and pineapple, snowcapped (drizzled with sweetened condensed milk) and Haupia ice cream. So yum!! I will for sure be back, but only when there are no lines. The shave ice is good, but not worth the one hour and 45 minute wait time. read more

Ululani's - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Ululani's is such a cute place to go for shaved ice. The service is as great and just good vibes all around. My daughter kept asking to try this place and we finally stopped by this past weekend. I didn't try anything, but there is a lot to choose from on the menu. My daughter loved her shaved ice and she really enjoyed it. She ordered the regular blue raspberry, tigers blood and strawberry. We will definitely be back! read more

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Omgoshhh, this shaved ice is A lil slice of Hawaiian Heaven! Every bite instantly transports me. This place was busy, and with good reason! I unexpectedly discovered Ululani's shaved ice while on my trip in Hawaii, and to my surprise, it became one of my favorite desserts I've ever put in my mouth. I'm glad the franchise made its way to San Diego. The shaved ice is sooooo finely shaved, and the staff poke holes to make sure the syrup saturates every bit of ice. And my absolute favorite? The fresh mochi! Whaaaaaaa!!! It's just unassuming perfection. While I can't make it to Hawaii anytime soon, this place will definitely do! Pure happiness in a bowl! read more

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We were here a few weeks ago... what a great experience! We shared 2 different flavors and it was so yummy! I'd come back in a heartbeat -- especially now since it's summer and HOT! read more

The shaved ice is fantastic! The passion fruit was my favorite syrup but they all had a vibrant unique flavor. The ice is shaved incredibly thin giving it a delightful texture. I suggest adding ice cream to the bottom for the win! read more

Ululani's - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

I'm not sure what the hype is but we waited 1 hour and 20 mins on a Friday evening and it was not worth the wait. We recently had shave ice in Hawaii and that first bite was to die for. And when I finished it, I wanted more. Not here. The flavors are underwhelming and the type of wooden spoons they use are horrible. Every time you take a bite, it's like you're eating a piece of earth with it. I regretted getting the regular size and didn't even eat half of it before I tossed it out. The positives are that for the price you pay, you get a generous portion. The place itself is really clean, bright, and inviting. I won't be returning and if you do try it out, brace yourself for a very long wait if you see a line out the door. read more

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On 05Jun25 around 1800(6PM), I came here for dessert, I heard it had recently opened and I just had to have it! The FOOD. It's a Hawaiian shave ice spot, however they did have a small drink selection and a small ice cream selection. I ordered the Local Motion with a snow cap and OMFG! I was blown away at the first bite! It was sweet but not overpoweringly sweet! It just got better with each bite I took. The serving size was pretty big too and I got the kids size. The SERVICE. With it being overhyped, even til today the lines were still out the door! We waited a good 20-25 minutes before finally ordering. The one guy behind the counter took our order and was very kind and patient with us, however he was a little soft spoken. There was a lady handing out menus and answering questions customers may have had which I thought to be very awesome! The AMBIANCE. It was very chill vibes and they were playing Kolohe Kai which I appreciated, I enjoyed my time aand would definitely sit in and enjoy my bowl when it's less crowded. This location is in a shopping plaza with a NOT too big parking lot so good luck with the parking. There is a bathroom, I didn't need to use it but I believe it's a single stall. After we ordered, we sat down and the group sitting there prior had left a little mess. I don't know if the employees do this, but I recommend when it's slow they give the tables a quick wipe down to prevent sticky tables. Other than that, I have NO COMPLAINTS and can't wait to go back! Overall rating: 9 of 10. read more

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Have been waiting for them to come to San Diego!! Finally! If you've been, you know! I first had their shave ice at the little storefront in Lahaina, which sadly, is no longer because of the fire. This is no ordinary shave ice. The texture is so fine it just melts in your mouth. Quite a few flavors to choose from. I got the Sunset Beach (passion orange, mango, and guava) with mac nut ice cream at the bottom. So good!!! Met one of the owners, Ellie, who came all the way from Oahu just for the grand opening! So sweet! And also met David, one of the co-founders. Very friendly and welcoming. Actually, met him way back when in the Lahaina location and we had told him he needs to come to San Diego!! Because it was the grand opening, it was like a two hour wait! But it is definitely worth it! If you've haven't tried their shave ice yet, you should! read more

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Oh my goodness! We finally got some actual shave ice in San Diego. There's one place a little further north that claims to be shave ice, but it's really ice gravel. Anywho, everyone was so kind despite being so packed! The line was out the door and we waited a good 70-90ish minutes bc it was the grand opening -- SO WORTH IT THOUGH! I just got back from a quick trip to Oahu (lived there '15-'20) & have been missing some good shave ice since. My son got keiki cherry shave ice over ube ice cream. You can definitely tell the cherry had real cherry flavor and not that artificial cherry flavor that others use. My daughter & I shared the original shave ice w/ mango+coconut+lychee flavor over vanilla ice cream, topped with mochi + snow cap + haupia cream (I went all out because I'm pregnant lol) -- literally took me back to Oahu, soooo delicious and refreshing and just perfect, a little pricey though.. our two shave ice came out to $26 + tip. Thank you to everyone at Ululani's! We will definitely be back soon. read more

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First time trying shaved ice and it was really good! Loved the snow cap on top! I got the lava flow which was recommended and it was delicious! read more

Ululani's - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Omg it was my first time ever trying Hawaiian shaved iced! And i loveee it!!! You walk in feeling like your a old friend haha Everyone is so friendly I love the Energy this places gives makes me really happy This is a place I will totally drive 30 minutes again and again and again when I need a smile because it's the Best my Girls Lovee it too we got all recommendations and the Mochi is home made fresh every day best service amazing Ambiance! read more

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Such 'onolicious shaved ice! Everyone is so so sweet, and definitely makes you feel at home. There are times when the tickets stack up, but they don't show it on their faces which I give them SO much credit for. There's a good amount of seating inside, so it's nice to enjoy without it melting. We definitely love to come here after kbbq or getting sushi. read more

Ululani's - Menu - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Mostly plain ice in the middle not worth $12 with ics cream. The seating can get weird too sitting down after ordering than people sit down at the small table too like ur not there but at least the AC is nice inside & the decor is nice! read more

Ululani's - Mostly plain ice inside not like how it is back in the 808 not worth $12 - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Shaved ice was so yummy! Very soft, light and fluffy. Not like your ordinary buffet style shaved ice when the ice is hard and crunchy. The flavors were on point. We got the sunset beach signature item and added a snow cap and mochi. The flavors were: passion fruit, guava and orange. Snow cap gave it a creamy milk taste. The mochis were sooooo soft and not too chewy. Kind of melts in your mouth. They are also shaped a little bigger than your average mochi toppings which was pretty good. Service was great! The girls were super friendly and helpful in choosing the flavors. Quick service and it was not busy at all at 3pm on a Wednesday. I really enjoyed this light dessert and I look forward to coming back to try another flavor. read more

Ululani's - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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I was in the area so decided to try Ululani's Shave Ice. I was a little apprehensive, as I heard there is usually a long line. However, since it was cloudy I gave it a go. Surprisingly, there was no line. I ordered the mango and coconut flavor with mochi and my friend ordered the POG with mochi. Love the texture of the shave ice; so smooth. Definitely different from other shave ice places I've been. Small and cute place. They also sell other merchandise such as shirts etc. If it was close by, I will probably return to try their other flavors. Definitely a must try. read more

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I really wanted to like this place. I had high expectations due to the lines when I have been at Ming's. I ordered a lemon and lime. I was asked which lemon and was told either real lemon or not real. Of course I wanted the real lemon. Well, this is just shaved ice and completely fake bottled sickeningly sweet colored syrup. The only difference between the two was color. If you closed your eyes you would have no way of telling the difference. What a let down. The shopping area has had a Baskin Robbins, a Rita's Italian Ice and now this. Both BR and Rita's were much better. Would definitely not return for fake syrup over ice. Loved Icekimo in Milenia. Sad they are gone. Much better quality. read more

Hands down the best shave ice I've had on the mainland, it was just like it is on Maui. Happened to win the giveaway from the grand opening and was delighted to see they still had my prize! Friends had told me the wait could be over an hour, but today there was no wait. Shave ice came out quickly and the mochi was on the side in a small cup. There was plenty of seating and the employee working the cash register brought my shave ice to where I was sitting which was a nice touch. read more

Ululani's - Lava flow - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

I liked this place. But I have to say the Hawaii Ululani's on both Oahu (by Leonards) and Maui were better I thought. Still, if you are in the San Diego area and don't mind the drive to Chula Vista, I would recommend this place. It hit the spot on a warm day even for SD. And the servers were friendly with ohana spirit. read more

Ululani's - Shave ice POG with coconut ice cream. Very ono! - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

San Diego in general does not have a lot of Hawaiian style shave ice offerings no less, in South Bay. I was very excited to hear this place was opening considering I have tried Waiola, Matsumoto and Island Vintage on Oahu. Would I compare them to this place? They have similarities, soft ice, lots of syrup offerings, fresh mochi. But this definitely will be the best we can get here on the mainland! My only complaints would be 1) The line can be extremely long depending what time you go. I have waited up to an hour and I have waited up to 15-20 mins. Depends how busy they are. 2) It's pretty expensive for shave ice. For 2 people it can be up to almost $30 together if you each get your own with multiple toppings and ice cream inside. In Hawaii, shave ice is usually $6-8 dollars each with toppings. Otherwise I am glad to have this here in CA, especially South Bay San Diego! read more

The service here is very hospitable! I love how this place makes you feel like you are back in Hawaii all over again! And omg I love the shaved ice! I can't wait to go back again! Also it is true that not all shaved ice is created equal! :) read more

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OMG it's the besttttt! I have had good shaved ice in a lot of places including Hawaii but how do they make it so creamy with no dairy in it??? It was super busy even a few months after opening cut the owner was super sweet coming around with samples. We tried a few different ones but my fav was the mango, guava, and passion orange. The fam really liked the lime. Their mochi wasn't my fav but they gave me a sample which was really nice. Super sweet staff, just be prepared to wait for your creation! It's worth it though and my kids keep asking to go back!! Can't wait to come back to try more flavor options!! Those cute Aloha bags and plushies keep looking at me for a home too... read more

Ululani's - Plush - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Food: 5/5 The shaved ice has a creamy texture, not icy like other places. We tried the calamansi, tigers blood, and lychee flavors. The calamansi was refreshing and citrusy; tigers blood had a prominent coconut flavor with a bit of fruitiness; and lychee was sweet with a pleasant floral aroma. The mochi left a little more to be desired, slightly too firm and dense. Service: 2/5 The staff were friendly and welcoming. The huge downside to the overall experience was the wait time which took 55 minutes from door to receiving the shaved ice. There was also nowhere to wait or let alone find a seat so we ended up enjoying our shaved ice in the car. read more

Ululani's - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Had to go back to Ululani's just so we could feel close to home again. We had da large Lahaina with Macadamia Nut Ice Cream. Line was long as usual and only two shave ice machines working - the other two were not being used. read more

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If you need a refreshing pick me up after a hot day in SD, this is the spot! Their shaved ice isn't like your typical shaved ice. At other spots, you get big chunks of ice but not here. As more ice began to melt, it started to almost have the consistency of frozen yogurt. I ordered the root beer float and it was so delicious! The one bad thing is the long line and the long wait. We got to this spot around 7pm on a Friday, waited about 30 minutes to order, & we got it around 30 minutes later. But, if you're willing to wait, I would definitely say it's worth it! read more

The staff here is super sweet & friendly. There's such a wide variety of syrup flavors I had a hard time just choosing 3! The shave ice itself has a light and fluffy texture, making it a perfect treat on a warm day. Although there was a long line, I was able to try a few samples while waiting, so it didn't feel like that long of a wait. I tried the "Rising Sun" flavor combination, with mochi added. Loved the almond flavor. I also sampled the wedding cake flavor, which I can't wait to get on my next trip! read more

Ululani's - Rising Sun - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Finally got to try Ululani's after the lines have died down a bit... and it was still a one hour wait! However it was worth it. I hadn't been to Ululani's since 2015 in Maui and i've never forgotten it. The fine ice is soooo decadent, there is truly nothing like it. It makes the flavors taste creamy. I would highly recommend the matcha or strawberry - SO GOOD. read more

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I first visited Ululani's when I was on a trip in Maui and loved it. I was so happy to see there was a location close to San Diego. The staff were friendly and they had good music when you come in. There's so many different flavor combinations you can choose from which I absolutely love and enjoying my shave ice which was so yummy transported me back to the islands. read more

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From the very first bite, Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice took me straight back to the islands! I had the Macadamia Nut ice cream topped with strawberry and mango shave ice, finished off with soft, chewy mochi--and it was absolute perfection. The tropical flavors were spot-on, the ice was silky smooth, and everything blended together like a dream. Tip for thought: Parking a little tough It's more than just a treat--it's an experience. I'm already looking forward to my next visit! read more

Ululani's is a victim of its own success. After two failed attempts we arrived right when they opened, but the line already stretched all the way to Manna BBQ. It took TWO HOURS for us to get our shaved ice. One hour just from the entrance to being served. But it'd be wrong to hold that against them. There were three ice machines and 6-7 employees working nonstop. I was so excited to try the Broke da Mouth, with li hing mui and pickled mango syrup. The pickled mango was disappointing. It just tasted like weak mango. But the li hing mui was so good! And they have li hing mui drizzle and free li hing powder! The shaved ice was the softest shaved ice I've ever had. Not a crunch to be found. I really really hate the wooden spoons they use. You can taste the wood, they're too small, and they aren't concave enough to scoop up liquids. I get that it's more environmentally friendly, but it totally compromises the experience. Thankfully, I read on Yelp that they have plastic spoons upon request, so I was able to avoid the wood. Ululani's has a bunch of interesting flavors, but I'm going to wait until the hype dies down to go back. read more

Just know that I'm giving this 5 star rating after waiting 1 hour for shaved ice. When I first pulled up to the store I saw a line waaaay out the door. I almost left but I thought the wait can't be that long. Wrong. Waiting in that line was pretty tough. I was getting upset thinking that the workers should be faster and the seeing how small the amount was. When I finally got my shaved ice, I was annoyed and couldn't wait to get to my car. Then I tried it. The best Hawaiian shaved ice I've ever had. The mochi and snow cap are a must. I realized that the reason it's smaller is because the pack it in so tight and they shape the ice which takes a lot of time. Other places leave the end of the cup full of syrup, Ululani's shaved ice was packed until the last bite. I couldn't be mad anymore. This place is great. I was prepared to dock a star or two on the review but they provide a quality product. Do I think it's worth waiting an hour for shaved ice? Yes, because I love Hawaiian shaved ice. Just know that you will wait and others do too because it's REALLY GOOD. read more

Ululani's - Shaved Ice Near Me - Chula Vista, California