Makani’s Magic Pineapple Shack
Hilo, HI • ★ 4.5 (1098 Google reviews)
The Story
The cheerful glow of Makani’s Magic Pineapple Shack casts a warm welcome, promising a little slice of paradise right on Waianuenue Avenue. Inside, the vibrant colors and sweet aromas of tropical smoothies and whimsical ice creams fill the air, making every spoonful a pure delight. It’s a proper Hilo treat, where every acai bowl feels like sunshine and every bite brings a happy, nostalgic smile.
From the Counter
Recent Google reviews
Graham Lau
★ 5 • 3 weeks ago
Groovy little place! Had an Açaí bowl called an Aloha Bowl and it was epic! Also slammed a Hawaiian Mac Daddy cold brew. Fantastic flavors, super nice staff, some good tunes, and a fun little Hawaii vibe going on. Note: they don’t serve food like sandwiches and such that you might see in some older pics.
yashodhan sawant
★ 5 • 7 months ago
Delicious & Refreshing Treat at Makani’s Magic Pineapple Shack! I stopped by Makani’s Magic Pineapple Shack in Hilo and tried the Aloha Acai Bowl — and wow, it was absolutely worth it! 🍍🥣 The bowl was beautifully presented and packed with fresh, tropical fruit that tasted vibrant and refreshing. The acai base was smooth and creamy, with just the right balance of sweetness to make it feel like a perfect island treat. I loved how generous the portion was — felt like a healthy yet satisfying snack. 🥭🍌🍓 The atmosphere at the shack is fun and cheerful, with a cool local vibe that makes it a great spot to unwind after exploring downtown Hilo. The staff were friendly, and even though it gets busy, the wait was totally worth it for such a flavorful bowl. 😋 Highly recommend this place for anyone craving a refreshing, fruity bite while visiting the Big Island!
Jasmine C
★ 5 • 8 months ago
Love the variety of soft serve ice cream! They have a plethora of topping options, cones, cups or the best one, PINEAPPLE BOWLS! They also have smoothies, açaí bowls and much more! If you are looking for a new ice cream spot in Hilo, this is it! The ube soft serve is ono! Parking was easy to access when we went, and the ladies were work so patient while we ordered.
Amber L
★ 5 • 5 months ago
The soft serve here is amazing! Would definitely recommend getting the unicorn which contains both Ube and dragonfruit soft serve with some sprinkles. We went here twice during our trip to Hilo - the first time we got just Ube and second time the unicorn soft serve which we loved! The flavors go well together
