Sunset Boulevard - Hawaiian Ice

Sunrise Point · 07-21-2011, 06:18 PM

We visited the Sunset yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed our first Hawaiian Ice. We chatted for a while with John, the owner, who showed us several vintage Winnipesaukee photos and postcards displayed on the walls.

We stopped by again today while we were out doing errands and tried another flavor of ice. We opted to take it out to the truck and enjoy it there. After a few minutes, John came out smiling and said something like "you shouldn't be throwing money on the floor" and proceeded to give me a $20.00 bill that had fallen from my pocket!

I highly recommend Sunset Boulevard.

Pepper · 07-21-2011, 06:38 PM

LOVE that place! It's hard to believe the same space was an office not long ago. They've done a fabulous job creating a Hawaiian Oasis inside! A unique, refreshing treat served with a smile, AND you get to enjoy those amazing sunsets, too. I think I need to stop by again on my lunch break tomorrow!

brk-lnt · 07-21-2011, 06:47 PM

Where is it?

Lakesrider · 07-21-2011, 07:22 PM

So I want to try it, but was wondering if they use a crushed or chopped ice, or is it actually shaved ice? there is a big difference in how it is made. Shaved ice is much smoother.....

Sunrise Point · 07-21-2011, 07:44 PM

Sorry, I should have included that info. It's on Weir's Blvd. (route 3) about halfway between Donna Jean's Diner and Shaws Supermarket.

Lakesrider · 07-21-2011, 07:55 PM

I want to stop in but just curious...do they use crushed ice or is it actually a shaved ice. Shaved ice is very smooth. Just wondering which type of ice they use.

brk-lnt · 07-21-2011, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Sunrise Point

Sorry, I should have included that info. It's on Weir's Blvd. (route 3) about halfway between Donna Jean's Diner and Shaws Supermarket.

Thanks, surprised I hadn't noticed it already since that's usually the area that I am in frequently.

MarkinNH · 07-22-2011, 06:49 AM

We just drove by there yesterday and I was thinking that we should have stopped and checked it out, after reading this thread we will most definitely stop.

fatlazyless · 07-22-2011, 07:26 AM

Last Friday, July 15, was freebie day at Hawaiian Ice, so is there any chance of a repeat freebie-friday, next week, as a promo-business booster for everyone who missed the first freebie?

FormulaBRW · 07-22-2011, 10:18 AM

Been there twice they used bagged ice and it is shaved but not extremely smooth there is still a little pebble character to the ice. The prodcut is great and they even have sugar free for those of us who need it.

A great alternative and resonably priced instead of the standard ice cream we traditionally go out for.

The owners and staff are always helpful and there are many great flavors.

winniplayhouse · 07-22-2011, 10:49 AM

We tried it too and it got big thumbs up from three little girls... not to mention their moms! I couldn't believe how big the bowls were. My daughter couldn't finish the small and asked me to put the rest in the freezer for her! I tried to explain it would turn into one big block of ice but...

joann721 · 07-22-2011, 01:49 PM

so what were your flavor choices ?

Going to stop by the weekend if their ice hasnt all melted

Pepper · 07-22-2011, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by joann721

so what were your flavor choices ?

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Watermelon! Oh, Yummmmmmmm!!!!!

Sunrise Point · 07-23-2011, 08:14 AM

I have tried the Pina Colada and the Bahama Mama. Both were excellent.

We are going to work our way though the list of flavors on future visits. I am torn between Watermelon or Lemon & Lime for my next visit. They also have Mocha and Chocolate flavors which sound pretty interesting.

Mr. Sunrise Point would love to see "adult" versions for most of the flavors, you know, the kind that you need an ID and a designated driver for.

dragonfly03246 · 07-23-2011, 12:59 PM

We agree! It's a great refreshing stop on a hot day and John & Brenda are always willing to sit and chat for a while. Very nice couple with a great little shop and nice prices!

Wish I was there · 08-16-2011, 10:12 PM

We have tried the creamcicle with a bit of whipped cream- it was great!
Also fabulous was the almond joy- coconut, with hersheys chocolate syrup and almonds.
You can leave refreshed and guilt free a lot less fat/calories then traditional ice cream!!

Wonderful friendly owners make it all the better!

See ya Saturday!

NHBUOY · 08-17-2011, 08:03 AM

I was there yesterday too. A great place, owned by a great guy.

Pepper · 08-17-2011, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by NHBUOY

I was there yesterday too. A great place, owned by a great guy.

His wife is pretty awesome, too!

BLG · 07-28-2012, 10:00 AM

Now serving 26 flavors

New machine ---actually shaves the ice.

We have Yogi's mmmm

Steamed Hot dogs

Lobster Rolls

Open Monday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Friday & Saturday 12:00-9:00 pm
Sundays 12:00-8:00 pm

07-21-2011, 06:18 PM	#1
Sunrise Point Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Meredith Center / Winnisquam Posts: 250 Thanks: 87 Thanked 34 Times in 21 Posts	Sunset Boulevard - Hawaiian Ice We visited the Sunset yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed our first Hawaiian Ice. We chatted for a while with John, the owner, who showed us several vintage Winnipesaukee photos and postcards displayed on the walls. We stopped by again today while we were out doing errands and tried another flavor of ice. We opted to take it out to the truck and enjoy it there. After a few minutes, John came out smiling and said something like "you shouldn't be throwing money on the floor" and proceeded to give me a $20.00 bill that had fallen from my pocket! I highly recommend Sunset Boulevard.

07-21-2011, 06:38 PM	#2
Pepper Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Laconia, NH Posts: 1,284 Thanks: 409 Thanked 155 Times in 40 Posts	LOVE that place! It's hard to believe the same space was an office not long ago. They've done a fabulous job creating a Hawaiian Oasis inside! A unique, refreshing treat served with a smile, AND you get to enjoy those amazing sunsets, too. I think I need to stop by again on my lunch break tomorrow! __________________ Never waste time lamenting what was. Simply celebrate what is!

07-21-2011, 06:47 PM	#3
brk-lnt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: South Down Shores Posts: 1,944 Thanks: 543 Thanked 570 Times in 335 Posts	Where is it? __________________ [insert witty phrase here]

07-22-2011, 07:26 AM	#9
fatlazyless Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,693 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 300 Thanked 992 Times in 723 Posts	Last Friday, July 15, was freebie day at Hawaiian Ice, so is there any chance of a repeat freebie-friday, next week, as a promo-business booster for everyone who missed the first freebie? __________________ ... down and out, liv'n that Walmart side of the lake!

07-22-2011, 10:18 AM	#10
FormulaBRW Junior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Manchester/ Laconia Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Crushed or Shaved Been there twice they used bagged ice and it is shaved but not extremely smooth there is still a little pebble character to the ice. The prodcut is great and they even have sugar free for those of us who need it. A great alternative and resonably priced instead of the standard ice cream we traditionally go out for. The owners and staff are always helpful and there are many great flavors.

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07-21-2011, 07:22 PM	#4
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	So I want to try it, but was wondering if they use a crushed or chopped ice, or is it actually shaved ice? there is a big difference in how it is made. Shaved ice is much smoother.....

07-21-2011, 07:44 PM	#5
Sunrise Point Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Meredith Center / Winnisquam Posts: 250 Thanks: 87 Thanked 34 Times in 21 Posts	Sorry, I should have included that info. It's on Weir's Blvd. (route 3) about halfway between Donna Jean's Diner and Shaws Supermarket.

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07-21-2011, 07:55 PM	#6
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	I want to stop in but just curious...do they use crushed ice or is it actually a shaved ice. Shaved ice is very smooth. Just wondering which type of ice they use.

07-22-2011, 06:49 AM	#8
MarkinNH Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 392 Thanks: 177 Thanked 146 Times in 76 Posts	We just drove by there yesterday and I was thinking that we should have stopped and checked it out, after reading this thread we will most definitely stop.

07-22-2011, 10:49 AM	#11
winniplayhouse Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 205 Thanks: 32 Thanked 58 Times in 41 Posts	We tried it too and it got big thumbs up from three little girls... not to mention their moms! I couldn't believe how big the bowls were. My daughter couldn't finish the small and asked me to put the rest in the freezer for her! I tried to explain it would turn into one big block of ice but...

07-22-2011, 01:49 PM	#12
joann721 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Salem, MA & Meredith, NH Posts: 116 Thanks: 3 Thanked 24 Times in 7 Posts	so what were your flavor choices ? Going to stop by the weekend if their ice hasnt all melted __________________ JoAnn Frustration is trying to find my glasses without my glasses.

07-23-2011, 08:14 AM	#14
Sunrise Point Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Meredith Center / Winnisquam Posts: 250 Thanks: 87 Thanked 34 Times in 21 Posts	I have tried the Pina Colada and the Bahama Mama. Both were excellent. We are going to work our way though the list of flavors on future visits. I am torn between Watermelon or Lemon & Lime for my next visit. They also have Mocha and Chocolate flavors which sound pretty interesting. Mr. Sunrise Point would love to see "adult" versions for most of the flavors, you know, the kind that you need an ID and a designated driver for.

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07-23-2011, 12:59 PM	#15
dragonfly03246 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 83 Thanks: 7 Thanked 29 Times in 15 Posts	Yum! We agree! It's a great refreshing stop on a hot day and John & Brenda are always willing to sit and chat for a while. Very nice couple with a great little shop and nice prices!

08-16-2011, 10:12 PM	#16
Wish I was there Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 1 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	We have tried the creamcicle with a bit of whipped cream- it was great! Also fabulous was the almond joy- coconut, with hersheys chocolate syrup and almonds. You can leave refreshed and guilt free a lot less fat/calories then traditional ice cream!! Wonderful friendly owners make it all the better! See ya Saturday!

08-17-2011, 08:03 AM	#17
NHBUOY Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Loon Mtn. winters...Meredith Neck summers Posts: 398 Thanks: 288 Thanked 94 Times in 60 Posts	I was there yesterday too. A great place, owned by a great guy.

07-28-2012, 10:00 AM	#19
BLG Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 1 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hawaiian Shaved Ice Now serving 26 flavors New machine ---actually shaves the ice. We have Yogi's mmmm Steamed Hot dogs Lobster Rolls Open Monday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday & Saturday 12:00-9:00 pm Sundays 12:00-8:00 pm