Scandinavian Shave Ice is a Kona landmark that has been located in the heart of Kailua Village for over 15 years. We are only minutes away from Kailua Pier, historic Hulihe'e Palace and Mokuaikaua Church. Often described as the best shave ice in Hawaii, we offer generous portions at reasonable prices. Owners Rich Pasenow and Melissa Ortega take pride in offering a traditional Hawaiian treat to our local customers, some of whom have been coming here since they were keiki, and our many visitors from all over the world.

For those new to the delicacy, shave ice is like nothing you have ever had before. Often mistaken for “snow cones” or “slushies,” a true shave ice has the consistency of new-fallen snow, not the granular, crunchy ice you are used to. With ice cream or frozen yogurt in the middle, your choice of three out of our 45 flavors and crowned with a sno cap of sweetened condensed milk, you can bet this is the most unique treat you have had. We also carry 17 flavors of Big Island Ice Cream, all handmade locally - and you can bet you won’t find flavors like Volcano and Saddle Road at your local grocery store. Get the scoop by clicking on Menu for a complete description of all our goodies.

If you need to check your email, send photos of your trip to your jealous friends and family back home, or update your all-important Myspace page, this the place for you. Our Internet Café offers the fastest connection available on the Big Island at very reasonable prices. If you're enjoying a cruise, don’t waste money and time. Get connected and click on Internet Café for all the info.

Make Scandinavian Shave Ice part of your total Hawaiian experience.. and remember, if it isn’t Scandinavian, it’s not Hawaiian.

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75-5699 Ali’i Dr., Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 • (808) 331-1626 • rich@scandinavianshaveice.com