Our Story
Bringing authentic Hawaiian tradition to Mesa, Arizona
A Taste of Hawaii in the Desert
Marina's Fresh Fruit Shave Ice was born from a simple dream: to share the authentic taste of Hawaiian shave ice with the Mesa community. After falling in love with traditional Hawaiian shave ice during a trip to the islands, Marina knew she had to bring this refreshing treat back home.
What started as a passion project in 2020 has grown into Mesa's favorite destination for authentic Hawaiian shave ice. We're proud to serve our community with the same recipes and techniques used in Hawaii for generations.
Every cup we serve is made with aloha - the Hawaiian spirit of love, compassion, and hospitality. We believe that great food brings people together, and there's nothing quite like sharing a colorful, refreshing shave ice on a hot Arizona day.
What Makes Hawaiian Shave Ice Special?
Hawaiian shave ice is not just a snow cone - it's a culinary tradition with a rich history
Fluffy Texture
Unlike crushed ice in snow cones, authentic Hawaiian shave ice is shaved so fine it's like snow. This allows the syrup to absorb completely, creating a uniform flavor in every bite.
Fresh Fruit
Traditional Hawaiian shave ice features fresh fruit toppings. We prepare our fruit daily, cutting strawberries, mangoes, and pineapples fresh each morning for maximum flavor.
Aloha Spirit
Hawaiian shave ice is about more than just dessert - it's about community, sharing, and spreading joy. We bring that same aloha spirit to every customer interaction.
Committed to Quality
At Marina's, we believe that great shave ice starts with great ingredients. That's why we source the freshest fruit available and prepare everything in-house daily.
Our syrups are made with natural flavors and colors - no artificial additives or preservatives. We use premium ingredients to create authentic tropical flavors that transport you straight to the Hawaiian islands.
Every morning, our team hand-cuts fresh strawberries, mangoes, pineapples, and kiwis. We believe you can taste the difference that fresh, quality ingredients make.
Our Promise: We never compromise on quality. If we wouldn't serve it to our own family, we won't serve it to you.
Meet Our Team
The friendly faces behind your favorite shave ice
Marina
Owner & Founder
Bringing authentic Hawaiian tradition to Arizona
Sarah
Head Shave Ice Artist
Creating colorful masterpieces daily
Miguel
Customer Experience Lead
Spreading aloha spirit with every order
Part of the Mesa Community
We're proud to be a locally-owned small business serving the Mesa community. From birthday parties to corporate events, we love being part of your special moments. Thank you for supporting local and allowing us to share our passion for authentic Hawaiian shave ice with you!