After having our poke at Ali’i Fish Market we decided to head on back to Ala Moana. It was actually enjoyable walking since there were so many memories in the area…looking at the huge First Hawaiian Bank building….I recalled when Chunky’s Drive In was there. And of course there’s Stadium Park….I’m old enough to remember the old Honolulu Stadium…I even saw some Islander games there.
Ah yes…the good old “Termite Palace“!
Right around this time; the Missus was wanting some “dessert” and I knew just the place. Just about a block away is Waiola Shave Ice…..which has been around as long as I can remember.
Way before they opened a shop in Kapahulu, there was this original location. I don’t have much of a sweet tooth these days; but I thought the Missus would enjoy some refreshing shave ice on this day. I haven’t been here in nearly 30 years and my goodness has the menu expanded!
I remember first having shave ice at the Zoo…and basically strawberry was the only flavor. Oh my, look at all the flavors these days!
The Missus ended up getting a Rainbow with Ube Mochi.
The blue color for vanilla has always kinda freaked me out.
We had a seat in the back of Waiola with all the stuffed animals and “stuffs”…..
And the Missus really enjoyed the shave ice….She said it wasn’t overly sweet and so refreshing….and of course; it’s so Hawaii.
And of course She asked why I hadn’t brought Her here before! Well, we were never close by….but now, especially with walking and not having to find parking; well, the time was right!
Shave ice….so many good memories…..
Waiola Shave Ice
2135 Waiola St.
Honolulu, HI 96826