What is the best shave ice in Hawaiʻi?

Not a snow cone. Real shave ice is ice shaved so fine it soaks up the syrup like snow. Matsumoto's is the classic. The top shave ice spots in Hawaiʻi are ranked on Da Plate Lunch Index by local residents — not tourist reviews. There are 23 curated spots statewide.

Where can I find shave ice in Hawaiʻi?

Shave Ice can be found across Oʻahu, Maui, Hawaiʻi Island, and Kauaʻi. Da Plate Lunch Index lists 23 independently-owned spots — no chains. Browse by island for the best local picks.

Vol. I · No. 33Honolulu, Hawaiʻi · Mauka of KalākauaTuesday, August 11, 2026

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Shave Ice

Not a snow cone. Real shave ice is ice shaved so fine it soaks up the syrup like snow. Matsumoto's is the classic.

🏆 See the ranked list — Best Shave Ice in Hawaiʻi

Oʻahu

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Aoki Shave Ice

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Aoki Shave Ice

Matsumoto Shave Ice

Ailana Shave Ice

Ailana Shave Ice Waikiki

Ululani'S Hawaiian Shave Ice, Llc

Hana Ho Shave Ice

Cool Cat Shave Ice

Hawaiian Shave Ice Café

Ululani'S Hawaiian Shave Ice

No Ka `Oi Shave Ice

Maui Girlz Shave Ice

S & Q'S Coffee & Shave Ice Shack

Shaka Shave Ice, Coffee & Smoothies

Rootz Rock Shave Ice

Ono Nalu Shave Ice

Annie'S Island Shave Ice

Kamuela Shave Ice & Goodies

Scandinavian Shave Ice

Nathalie Shave Ice

Jj Shave Ice/Hot Dog Bus

Tropical Dreams Ice Cream

Pu'U Hale Shave Ice Stand

JoJo's Shave Ice