Go here for shave ice (almost everything else is too expensive). Its shave ice is comparable in quality to the shave ice served at Matsumoto Shave Ice (in my opinion, the best shave ice on the island), but it is more convenient if you are around town. Located in McCully, a short drive from town, Waiola is also deservedly famous for its shave ice. It boasts 35 flavors, although the prices at Waiola are a little bit higher – about 50 cents more than at Matsumoto. The shave ice is extremely finely chopped, the flavors are great, and like Matsumoto, for a little extra, you can get azuki beans, ice cream, and condensed milk with your shave ice. My only complaint is that sometimes they don’t put enough flavoring for it to reach the ice at the bottom of the cup, so if you eat too fast, you’ll be eating plain, unflavored shave ice at the end. Other than that, Waiola Shave Ice should definitely be a destination on your itinerary.
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