Best Gelato in Oahu

"Shave ice (“shave” not “shaved”) is the quintessential treat for that post-beach craving. Waiola Shave Ice has been Hawaii’s favorite since the 1940’s, but check out Monsarrat Ave Shave Ice if you’re looking for a fruit-based shave ice."

"If it’s your first time visiting Hawaii, you must add Shave Ice to your foodie bucket list. There are thousands of flavor combinations to choose from, and they all taste really, really good!. 2135 Waiola St., 96826 Honolulu, Hawaii"

"The original store of this mini-chain dates to the 1940s – and looks it. The shave ice here is old-style: sliced powder fine, then flavored with an array of syrups. Go local and try the POG (passion fruit,..."

"Banana-based, dairy-free ice cream makes a deliciously guilt-free dessert, with varieties including açai, greens and chocolate macadamia nut. Try the banana version with sliced pineapple, papaya, puffed quinoa, shaved coconut and honey — it’s like the tropics in a cup. No wonder the original food truck at the base of Diamond Head has spawned three more locations, including this large storefront by the University of Hawaiʻi."

"Matsumoto’s Shave Ice first opened its doors in 1951 and since then has been serving exotically flavoured shave ice to people from all around the world. For something so simple, it tastes so delicious and highly refreshing. Frozen ice covered in sugary flavours."

"1) Go to Romy’s Shrimp Truck and 2) Slurp over the island’s famous Matsumoto Shave Ice. Of course, there’s Turtle Beach as well, but we’ll leave sand and sun for tomorrow."

"Get your hands on some darn good ice cream at Lappert’s Hawaii!. Their ice cream is handmade and premium quality. Their best selling ice cream is the “Kauai Pie”, which is made of Kona coffee ice cream, coconut flakes, dark chocolate fudge, Hamakua macadamia nuts and vanilla cake crunch."

"The line was about an hour long, which we realized was due to only two people working trying to both take orders and make drinks. The coffee was also pre..."

"This ice cream shop began as a food truck before finding roots in Kaimuki. The shop makes 16-20 flavors daily, with high-quality ice cream and sorbet flavors inspired by the islands."

"If you haven’t already noticed, you will come across a lot of mochi products in Hawaii, and Bubbies Ice cream is known for their mochi ice cream. They serve the best of its kind!. I love the sweetness of the mochi rice flour dough in combination with their spectacular ice cream!"

"Actually, Hawaii has a dessert version of Japanese sashimi (raw fish)—mochi ice cream. Mochi is a small and round dessert ball. It consist of: soft-sticky rice cake and delicious creamy ice cream that’s surprisingly tastes like heaven."

"You can find Bubbie's mochi ice cream in the freezer section of many local grocery stores, but its brick and mortar location stocks a wide arrange of the chewy morsels with flavors like passion orange, macadamian nut and li hing mango."

"In one day, you can drive this 100-mile path with some beach hopping, but you might have to cherry-pick between the longer activities like the hike, Waimea Valley and the Polynesian Cultural Center if you don’t want to feel rushed. Depart early from Honolulu for your drive north through the farmlands and mountain views of the center of the island, to stretches of empty beachfront and the northwest terminus of the highway at Kaena Point. If you want to do some hiking, the Kaena Point Trail is a 3.5-mile, out-and-back path from the end of the road to the remote western point of the island inaccessible to vehicles."

"Tour Waimea Valley where you can learn about Hawaiian culture, admire a beautiful variety of trees, shrubs and plants and enjoy a swim at a waterfall. (See this link for TripAdvisor reviews of Waimea Valley.)"

"If you’re feeling extra adventurous on your visit to Waikiki HI, embark on a three-mile journey into the Waimānalo Forest Reserve. Maunawili Falls is a secluded 20-foot waterfall near the genuinely breathtaking Ko’olau Mountains. The trailhead begins in the Maunawili residential area in northern Honolulu, 13 miles from Prince Waikiki."

"A post shared by Dustin Letcher (@dustinletcher) on May 17, 2019 at 9:45pm PDT. One of the most challenging hikes you can possibly try out is definitely the one to Maunawili Falls. Though stipulated as a tough hike, what greets you along the way is as memorable as the challenging hike is."

"Next on my list of the best waterfalls in Oahu is the stunning Maunawili Falls. One of the best waterfall hikes in Oahu, the Maunawili Falls trail receives heavy foot traffic. Located near Kailua, Maunawili is a moderate hike with spectacular views."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Andrew K. Smith used under CC BY 2.0. Over at Lulumahu falls, you will not be disappointed with what you see. In fact, leave your footprints along the way as you make your hike to Lulumahu Falls and the moments and sights of this place will forever be imprinted in your memory."

"The Lulumahu Falls trail climbs through dense bamboo forests and over streams, before reaching the towering Lulumahu waterfall, reaching over 50 feet tall. It is definitely one of the best waterfalls in Honolulu!. While there’s heavy foot traffic, this moderate Honolulu waterfall hike is marvelous."

"The local-ingredient-focused izakaya Zigu is a collection of spaces, with high tops near the entrance, a private room in the back and prized counter seating where you can watch the chefs create artful plates. This is why even regulars may be surprised to find there’s a courtyard that runs the length of it all. The hiddenness of this large dining space makes it fun, and the separation from the boisterous interior gives it a relative peacefulness."

"When you’re looking for a unique dining experience in Honolulu, HI, look no further than ZIGU. Located in what was once a low-rise wooden apartment building near a main thoroughfare, it has been restored and renovated into a cozy Japanese restaurant that includes a sake bar and indoor dining spac..."

"The menu features vegetable starters, tempura plates, mochiko fried chicken, sashimi and nigiri, kale udon noodles, and more. It’s also a sake bar, and offers indoor dining and outdoor courtyard terrace seating."

"After all that deliciousness, make pit stops as suits your interests and on the way back down to Honolulu, see if there’s time to squeeze in the Dole Pineapple Plantation off of Highway 99 which closes at 5PM. It’s a little bit of a tourist trap, but still fun just the same, especially for the kids. The pineapple maze is lots of fun as is the Pineapple Express that takes you around the grounds. Most likely you won’t have much time though, so I’d recommend checking out the Dole store and indulging a bit more with their pineapple soft serve."

"As nighttime soon approaches it’s time to make your way through central Oahu down the Kamehameha HWY towards Waikiki but not without one last stop at theDole Plantation. I mean, sure some may say this is a “tourist” trap but it was still worth the stop if anything just for the Dole Whip Icecream!. Did you know… In 2008, Guinness World Records named Dole’s Pineapple Garden Maze the world’s largest maze made up of 14,000 colourful Hawaiian plants. Operating hours are 9:30 am – 5:30 pm."

"The Dole Plantation is on your way to the North Shore but doesn’t open until mid-morning, so you’ll get a late start if you do the tour here. You can take a peek at parts of the property before it opens, though. Oahu is a popular filming site for TV shows and movies, and you can plot out a path to see locations for your favorites on the North Shore, like the survivor's beach and the Others camp from “Lost.”"

"If James Bond were to ever hunt down bad guys in Honolulu, this upscale lounge would be his first post-victory stop for a shaken, not stirred martini -- and not just because there’s a drink named after him. No T-shirts and beachwear are allowed at this Waikiki bar, and tiki torches and surfboard décor give way to dim lighting, a dark wood interior, and retro loveseats. Nightly live jazz is the soothing soundtrack to evenings of whispering in your date’s ear over strong cocktails."

"One of the best waterfalls in the region, it is an absolute delight to hike through this area. One for all the nature lovers, you will not only be pleasantly surprised at the view, but also be able to enjoy each and every step of your hike. Surrounded by the cool woods, a number of different species of trees, wildflowers and plants can be spott...Read more"

"If you’re feeling extra adventurous on your visit to Waikiki HI, embark on a three-mile journey into the Waimānalo Forest Reserve. Maunawili Falls is a secluded 20-foot waterfall near the genuinely breathtaking Ko’olau Mountains. The trailhead begins in the Maunawili residential area in northern Honolulu, 13 miles from Prince Waikiki."

"A post shared by Dustin Letcher (@dustinletcher) on May 17, 2019 at 9:45pm PDT. One of the most challenging hikes you can possibly try out is definitely the one to Maunawili Falls. Though stipulated as a tough hike, what greets you along the way is as memorable as the challenging hike is."

"Next on my list of the best waterfalls in Oahu is the stunning Maunawili Falls. One of the best waterfall hikes in Oahu, the Maunawili Falls trail receives heavy foot traffic. Located near Kailua, Maunawili is a moderate hike with spectacular views."

"A post shared by Hawaii Forest & Trail (@hawaiiforest) on Feb 22, 2019 at 9:04am PST. Another challenging yet promising adventure is the Aihualama Trail, where once you reach the top, you will be rewarded with a picturesque and breathtaking view of the mountainous area against a blue sky. If you are lucky, the fog that appears from time to time makes it a picture-worthy spot and most importantly, makes the hike much more bearable and fruitful."