Reviewed by: Patience Itson
Here are 4 local shaved ice places to satisfy your need for a cool treat
It’s hot and if you’re looking for something to cool you down, these shaved ice places around Birmingham have just the treat for you.
1. Snow Biz Vestavia
Snow Biz Vestavia offers over 25 flavors shaved ice combinations for a delicious cool summer treat. Recommended flavors include:
- Blue raspberry
- Creamsicle
- Peaches and cream
- Strawberry colada
- Sunrise
Their service is also fast and friendly. What more could one ask for?
Where: 3112A Heights Village, Vestavia, AL 35243
When: Monday-Saturday | 11AM-6PM | Closed on Sundays
2. Polar Shaved Ice
Here you’ll find 30 shaved ice flavors to choose from, each offered in sizes from 12-32oz. Some flavors on their menu include:
- Cheesecake
- Georgia Peach
- Passion Fruit
- Tutti Frutti
- Wild Strawberry
Shaved ice isn’t the only thing on the menu. You can also get:
- Funnel cakes
- Hot dogs
- Nachos
- And more!
Where: 1701 Forestdale Blvd, Forestdale, AL 35214
When: Tuesday-Sunday | 1-7PM
3. Arctic Rush Shaved Ice
Arctic Rush has it all! Discover mouth-watering flavors like:
- Blue Bubble Gum
- Blue Hawaiian
- Green Apple
- Strawberry Shortcake
Along with shaved-ice toppings like sweet glazes and gummy bears, they also have specialty waffles like cheesecake, strawberry and cookies and cream.
Where: 41 25th Ave NE, Center Point, AL 35215
When: Tuesday-Sunday | 1-6PM
4. What’s Your Flav Shave Ice & More
With a name like What’s Your Flav, they must have some great shaved ice! Customers sure think so. Shaved ice flavors are:
- Coconut
- Cotton Candy Pink
- Mango
- Tiger’s Blood
Their menu also features items like hotdogs and funnel cakes.
Where: 1851 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover, AL 35244
When: Tuesday-Sunday | 11AM-7PM
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