Who has the best Shave Ice on Oahu? If you haven't tried shave ice, you haven't been to Hawaii. In this video, I'll review some of the most popular shave ice desserts among locals, and tell you what I think is the best.
This is the ultimate must-try shave ice dessert bucket list. From Matsumoto Shave Ice, which is by far the most well-known shave ice place in Hawaii to Waiola Shave Ice, and Shimazu Store.
In this video, you’ll find endless flavors, toppings, colors, shapes, and sizes. If you’re a dessert person, you’ll love Hawaiian shave ice - and there is even a giant size shave ice!
But first, a quick history about Shave Ice in Hawaii...
In the mid-1800s, Immigrants from Japan came here to work in the plantation fields. To cool down, they would use their tools to shave off large blocks of ice, then coat it with fruit juice. This the Japanese treat called "Kakigori" which translates to "Shaved Ice". But we call it "Shave Ice" here in Hawaii. The Matsumoto family carried this Japanese tradition and started a Shave Ice Shop exactly 70 years ago, and today, it is by far the most well-known Shave Ice place in Hawaii. Matsumoto Shave Ice, which is the first place I'm reviewing.
So let’s get it started!
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1. Matsumoto Shave Ice:
Address: 66-111 Kamehameha Hwy #605, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA (+1 808-637-4827)
Opening hours: Open 7 days a week from 10.00 am - 18.00 pm
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2. Waiola Shave Ice
Address: 2135 Waiola St, Honolulu, HI 96826, USA (+1 808-949-2269)
Opening hours: Open 7 days a week from 10 am - 17.30 pm
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3. Shimazu Store (Near the Rainbow Drive-in):
Address: 3111 Castle St, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA (Joined Hawaii’s Favorite Kitchens)
Opening hours: Open 7 days a week from 10 am - 19 pm
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4. Shimazu Store (The Original Store):
Address: 330 N School St, Honolulu, HI 96817, USA
Opening hours: Open 6 days a week from 11 am - 18 pm
Note: Closed on Mondays
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5. Kokonuts Shave Ice & Snacks
Address: 7192 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA
Opening hours: Open 7 days a week from 10.30 am - 19 pm
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6. Uncle Clay's House of Pure Aloha
Address: 820 W Hind Dr #116, Honolulu, HI 96821, USA
Opening hours: Open 7 days a week from 11 am - 18.30 pm or 10.30 - 19.45* (please check)
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7. Island Vintage Shave Ice
Address: 2201 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
Opening hours: Open 7 days a week from 10 am - 21.45 pm
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8. Mountain Magic Shave Ice
Address: 94-817 Lumiaina St, Waipahu, HI 96797, USA (Waikele Center)
Opening hours: Open 7 days a week from 11.30 am - 18 pm
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9. Jejubing Dessert Cafe
Address: 1450 Ala Moana Blvd Ste 1201, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA (Ala Moana Center)
Opening hours: Open 7 days a week from 11 am - 19 pm or 11 - 20* (please check)
Enjoy and Aloha!! 😎