⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars – A Sweet Maui Treat Worth Returning For!
This was our family’s first visit to Tobi’s Shave Ice, and it definitely won’t be our last!
As first-timers, I asked the staff for a recommendation and decided to trust their expertise. Great decision. I ordered the High Surf, and it was absolutely delicious—refreshing, flavorful, and exactly what you want after a day in the Maui sun.
One of my daughters chose to add soft serve underneath her shave ice, which was a combination I had never tried before. It sounded unusual at first, but after a few bites, I completely understood why it’s so popular. The creamy soft serve paired perfectly with the light, fluffy shave ice.
The staff were friendly, welcoming, and happy to help us navigate the menu. Their enthusiasm added to the experience and made us feel right at home.
Beyond the shave ice itself, the atmosphere was part of what made this stop special. Sitting outside in a charming small-town setting with a relaxed island vibe made it feel like more than just a dessert stop—it was an experience.
The shave ice was fantastic, the service was great, and the overall vibe was exactly what we hoped for during our Maui visit. We’re very happy we gave Tobi’s a try and would absolutely return the next time we’re on the island.
Highly recommended for locals and visitors alike!
Traveller
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June 06, 2026
Best poke bowl I've ever had! (But the only one I've had in Hawaii 😅) The shaved ice portions were generous, and the flavours were delicious!
Vitaliia Dmitrieva
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March 23, 2026
Tried two kinds of poke.
1. Hawaiian seasoning was very good — you could really taste the fish, which felt very fresh. The seasoning included pepper oil, salt, and seaweed, and it complemented the fish well without overpowering it.
2. Shoyu seasoning was too sweet compared to other places. It almost felt like eating a dessert, and because of that, you could barely taste the fish at all. It also wasn’t as salty as I expected.
As for the shaved ice cream, it was our first time trying it, and we liked it.
Jennifer Story
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April 13, 2026
The best poke I had in Maui!! Loved the Tsunami poke plate w avocado. Was the most delish sauce and loved it over lettuce but still with rice so made an amazing salad! Our snorkel tour guide recommended this place as having the freshest poke on the island and so happy he did! Maybe go back for dinner tonight before the flight :)
Danielle Winchel
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October 16, 2025
Ended up at Tobi’s three times during my week in Paia. Poke is a must! So so good and very filling- tuna was amazing. I got the Samoa iced coffee a different day per an employee’s recommendation and it was fantastic. My last full day in Paia I got the Kalua pork plate, as well as the High Surf (?) shave ice. The pork was so tender and delicious (also a very filling portion) and the shave ice was the best I’ve ever had. The ice is so smooth and creamy- not like a Kona ice on the mainland. Definitely a must try place! Friendly service, clean.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars – A Sweet Maui Treat Worth Returning For! This was our family’s first visit to Tobi’s Shave Ice, and it definitely won’t be our last! As first-timers, I asked the staff for a recommendation and decided to trust their expertise. Great decision. I ordered the High Surf, and it was absolutely delicious—refreshing, flavorful, and exactly what you want after a day in the Maui sun. One of my daughters chose to add soft serve underneath her shave ice, which was a combination I had never tried before. It sounded unusual at first, but after a few bites, I completely understood why it’s so popular. The creamy soft serve paired perfectly with the light, fluffy shave ice. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and happy to help us navigate the menu. Their enthusiasm added to the experience and made us feel right at home. Beyond the shave ice itself, the atmosphere was part of what made this stop special. Sitting outside in a charming small-town setting with a relaxed island vibe made it feel like more than just a dessert stop—it was an experience. The shave ice was fantastic, the service was great, and the overall vibe was exactly what we hoped for during our Maui visit. We’re very happy we gave Tobi’s a try and would absolutely return the next time we’re on the island. Highly recommended for locals and visitors alike!
Best poke bowl I've ever had! (But the only one I've had in Hawaii 😅) The shaved ice portions were generous, and the flavours were delicious!
Tried two kinds of poke. 1. Hawaiian seasoning was very good — you could really taste the fish, which felt very fresh. The seasoning included pepper oil, salt, and seaweed, and it complemented the fish well without overpowering it. 2. Shoyu seasoning was too sweet compared to other places. It almost felt like eating a dessert, and because of that, you could barely taste the fish at all. It also wasn’t as salty as I expected. As for the shaved ice cream, it was our first time trying it, and we liked it.
The best poke I had in Maui!! Loved the Tsunami poke plate w avocado. Was the most delish sauce and loved it over lettuce but still with rice so made an amazing salad! Our snorkel tour guide recommended this place as having the freshest poke on the island and so happy he did! Maybe go back for dinner tonight before the flight :)
Ended up at Tobi’s three times during my week in Paia. Poke is a must! So so good and very filling- tuna was amazing. I got the Samoa iced coffee a different day per an employee’s recommendation and it was fantastic. My last full day in Paia I got the Kalua pork plate, as well as the High Surf (?) shave ice. The pork was so tender and delicious (also a very filling portion) and the shave ice was the best I’ve ever had. The ice is so smooth and creamy- not like a Kona ice on the mainland. Definitely a must try place! Friendly service, clean.