Boba Bing Bingsu: Real Korean Shaved Ice at Midtown Eats
Boba Bing launched bingsu in April 2026 — milk-snow ice, house-special purees, and Dave's Ice Cream on every bowl.
| 📍 Location | Inside Midtown Eats, The Park on Keʻeaumoku, Downtown Honolulu |
| 💵 Price | $11.95 regular / $16.95 large |
| 🍓 Flavors | Strawberry, Mango, Adzuki Bean |
| 🍦 Ice Cream | Dave's Ice Cream on every bingsu |
| 🕐 Hours | Open daily 11am–8pm (hours may vary) |
| 🥢 Pro tip | Insulated takeout bag keeps it cold for 1 hour |
If you've lived in Hawaii for any length of time, you know shave ice. It's part of the island. But there's a Korean dessert that looks like shave ice, gets called shave ice, and is absolutely not shave ice — and as of April 2026, one of the best versions I've tried on Oahu is being made inside Midtown Eats in Downtown Honolulu.
The spot is Boba Bing, and their bingsu is built around three things most other Honolulu spots skip: snow shaved from real milk and condensed milk, house-special purees made in-house, and Dave's Ice Cream on every flavor.
Here's everything you need to know before you go.
What Is Bingsu? (And Why It's Not Shave Ice)
Korean bingsu (빙수) literally means "frozen water," and it's often translated as "shaved ice" in English. But that translation undersells what bingsu actually is.
Hawaiian shave ice is shaved from a block of frozen water, then drizzled with flavored syrups. The ice melts fast, the syrup pools at the bottom, and the texture is icy.
Bingsu is different from the first bite. The "snow" isn't ice — it's frozen milk and real condensed milk shaved into ribbons so fine they melt on your tongue. The base is built in layers inside the cup, not just topped on the surface. When you mix it, you discover what's underneath: jam, fruit, beans, more snow.
It's a dessert that rewards you for digging into it.
Why Boba Bing's Bingsu Stands Out
I sat down with the owner at Boba Bing to ask what makes their bingsu different from anything else on the island. His answer:
"Bingsu is not just shaved ice. It's actually made out of snow that's made from milk and some other secret ingredients. What's really special about our bingsu is the homemade jams — we make them from scratch. We also add fresh fruit and top it off with what we think is Hawaii's best ice cream: Dave's Ice Cream. You get a lot of value in our bingsu, and this is something really special. You can't get this in Korea. You can only get it here at The Park on Keeaumoku."
Three things stood out to me:
1. The snow is made from real milk and condensed milk, not water.
This is the foundational difference between bingsu and shave ice. Real bingsu uses fresh milk and real condensed milk frozen together and shaved into snow — no syrup, no powder, no shortcuts. Boba Bing does it the right way.
2. House-special purees, made in-house.
Most bingsu spots use bottled syrups. Boba Bing makes their strawberry and mango purees in-house — and you can also add extra homemade strawberry or mango jam as an add-on for $3. You can taste the difference the second you mix the layered fruit at the bottom of the cup.
3. Dave's Ice Cream on top.
The owner told me they tested many different ice cream brands before choosing Dave's. Dave's is a Honolulu institution — local, beloved, and pairs perfectly with the milk-snow base. That kind of obsession with sourcing shows up in every spoonful.
Bingsu Prices at Boba Bing
Verified from the in-store menu (April 2026):
| Size | Price |
|---|---|
| Regular | $11.95 |
| Large | $16.95 |
Pricing is the same across all three flavors. The regular is plenty for one person. The large is built to share — but I won't judge if you don't.
Add-Ons
| Add-On | Price |
|---|---|
| Honey Comb | $3.00 |
| Extra Adzuki Beans | $3.00 |
| Extra Strawberry or Mango Jam | $3.00 |
| Extra Ice Cream Scoop (Vanilla, Mango, or Strawberry) | $5.00 |
Tip: The honey comb is the move if you want to push it over the top. The homemade jam add-on is also worth the $3 if you're a jam person.
Hours of Operation
Boba Bing is located inside the Midtown Eats food hall:
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday – Sunday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Hours may vary. Midtown Eats restaurants are open daily 10:30am–9pm and K Park Bar runs later (Fri–Sat until midnight), but Boba Bing's current hours are 11am–8pm daily.
The Hidden Pro Tip: The Insulated Takeout Bag
If you're not eating in at Midtown Eats, ask for the insulated takeout bag. Boba Bing provides a special freezer-style bag with a thermal cover that keeps your bingsu cold for about an hour.
This is the move if you're:
- Heading back to the office for lunch
- Driving somewhere across the island
- Bringing dessert to a friend
- Going to the beach (yes, really)
Most bingsu spots in Honolulu just hand you the cup and wish you luck. The fact that Boba Bing thought about the takeout experience tells you everything about how they run things.
Where to Find Boba Bing in Honolulu
Boba Bing is located inside Midtown Eats, the food hall on the ground floor of The Park on Keʻeaumoku in Downtown Honolulu.
Best time to visit: Weekday lunch — no line, plenty of seating in the food hall.
Hours: Open daily 11am–8pm (hours may vary).
Should You Try Boba Bing Bingsu?
If you've never had real Korean bingsu, this is a solid spot to start. You'll never look at shave ice the same way.
If you've had bingsu before — in Korea, in LA, anywhere — Boba Bing holds up. The homemade jam is the differentiator. So is the Dave's Ice Cream pairing. Both are decisions only a spot that actually cares about the dessert would make.
The owner's words sum it up best: "You can't get this in Korea. You can only get it here."
That's a bold claim. Go try it and tell me if he's right.
Tag me @nateeatshawaii on Instagram if you go — I love to repost.
Also at Boba Bing
OnoWaffie Fish-Shaped Waffles
Scroll down for the full OnoWaffie menu, flavors, and review.
Boba Bing is the newest vendor at Midtown Eats inside The Park on Keʻeaumoku — and it's one of the most creative food concepts to open in Honolulu this year. Their signature item is the OnoWaffie: a fish-shaped waffle made with sweet potato dough from scratch, coated in toasted macadamia nuts, and stuffed with fillings that range from house-made vanilla custard to kimchi fried rice with smoked pork belly.
Boba Bing is owned by Eddie Kim, who also owns The Crouching Lion — the iconic restaurant on Kamehameha Highway in Kaʻaʻawa that reopened in 2024 after being closed for over a decade. The Crouching Lion is known for its modern Hawaiian cuisine, robata grill, and oceanfront setting on the windward coast. Boba Bing is Kim's second concept, and some of the recipes — including the kimchi fried rice — come directly from The Crouching Lion's kitchen.
Think taiyaki meets Hawaii. Plus boba drinks and bingsu shaved ice are on the way. Here's everything you need to know.
Boba Bing — Quick Reference
| 📍 Location | Midtown Eats, The Park on Keʻeaumoku (1515 Liona St) |
| 🐟 Signature | OnoWaffie — fish-shaped sweet potato waffle |
| ⏱️ Wait Time | ~5–10 minutes |
| 💰 Price Range | $6 single · $20 set of 4 |
| 🔥 Must-Order | Set of 4 — try all flavors, save $4 |
| 🕐 Hours | Open daily 11am–8pm (hours may vary) |
| 👤 Owner | Eddie Kim (also owns The Crouching Lion) |
| 🧋 Now Serving | Bingsu ($11.95+) · Boba coming May 2026 |
What Is an OnoWaffie?
An OnoWaffie is a fish-shaped waffle made with sweet potato dough from scratch, coated with toasted macadamia nuts on the outside, stuffed with different fillings, and served as a handheld snack. Think Japanese taiyaki, but with a completely different dough and Hawaii-inspired flavors.
They're great on their own or dipped in Boba Bing's house special sauces.
OnoWaffie Flavors
The soft opening menu has four flavors — two sweet, two savory:
Vanilla Custard
House-made vanilla custard filling pressed inside the OnoWaffie. Rich, creamy, and not overly sweet. This is the one that's been going viral online — for good reason.
Sweet Potato with Macadamia Nuts
Made with Okinawa sweet potato, honey, and condensed milk — all from scratch. The purple Okinawa sweet potato gives it a natural sweetness, and the macadamia nuts add that crunch. This is the most uniquely Hawaii flavor on the menu.
Kimchi Fried Rice
The OnoWaffie is stuffed with kimchi fried rice made from house-made kimchi, locally milled Hokkaido premium rice, and smoked pork belly — a recipe straight from The Crouching Lion's kitchen. It's savory, slightly spicy, and unlike any waffle filling you've had before.
Spam with Spicy Garlic Crust
Hawaii's favorite protein, upgraded. Spam with Boba Bing's own crunchy garlic inside and a seaweed wrap on the outside. If you grew up eating spam musubi, this is the next evolution.
Our First Look
We tried all four OnoWaffie flavors during soft opening week. Here's what stood out:
The vanilla custard and sweet potato with macadamia nuts are the two standouts — and our personal favorites. The vanilla custard is house-made, rich, and creamy without being overly sweet. The Okinawa sweet potato with honey, condensed milk, and macadamia nuts hits different — it's naturally sweet, nutty, and feels like something you'd only find in Hawaii. If you're getting one, get one of these. If you're getting two, get both.
The kimchi fried rice surprised us. It's extremely good — and not too strong on the kimchi. The house-made kimchi has a balanced, mild heat that works with the smoked pork belly and Hokkaido rice without overpowering the waffle. If you're worried about it being too intense, don't be. This is the one that'll convert people who think they don't like kimchi.
The spam with spicy garlic crust is the most familiar flavor done differently. If you grew up eating spam musubi, you already know you're ordering this. At $6 per OnoWaffie, the price feels right for the quality and portion size.
The move: Get the set of 4 for $20 — try every flavor, save $4. Split with someone or take leftovers home.
What's Coming Next at Boba Bing
Bingsu (Korean shaved ice) launched in April 2026! Three flavors — Strawberry, Mango, and Adzuki Bean — starting at $11.95. Made with real milk-snow ice, house-special purees, and Dave's Ice Cream. Scroll up for the full bingsu menu, prices, and review.
Boba drinks are coming in May 2026. No details on the boba menu yet, but given the name "Boba Bing," this is clearly a core part of the long-term concept. We'll update this article once the boba and bingsu menus are live.
Tips for Your First Visit
Get the set of 4.
At $20 for all four flavors vs. $6 each ($24 separately), the box saves you $4 and lets you try everything. Split it with someone or take leftovers home.
Go early for the full selection.
OnoWaffies are made fresh, and popular flavors can run out later in the day. If you want all four options, aim for the 11 AM – 2 PM window.
Parking is free.
Enter the garage from either Liona Street or Rycroft Street. Park on levels 1 through 2.5 in stalls marked "Commercial," then take the escalator or elevator down to the food hall.
Pair with other Midtown Eats vendors.
OnoWaffies work as a snack or dessert. Grab a savory meal from one of the 14 restaurants — FEAST's lobster roll, Ms. Nguyen's pho, King Thai's pad thai — then close with a vanilla custard or sweet potato OnoWaffie.
What Makes Boba Bing Different?
The dough is made from sweet potato.
While most taiyaki spots use standard waffle batter, Boba Bing makes their dough from scratch using sweet potato. It's denser and richer than typical taiyaki, with a chewier, more satisfying bite. Every OnoWaffie is then coated with toasted macadamia nuts on the outside for added crunch.
Savory fillings that actually work.
Most taiyaki spots stick to sweet fillings — custard, red bean, Nutella. Boba Bing went savory with kimchi fried rice and spam, and both fillings are made in-house. The kimchi is house-made from scratch. The rice is Hokkaido premium, locally milled.
Hawaii-specific ingredients.
Sweet potato dough. Macadamia nuts. Okinawa sweet potato. Spam with seaweed. Locally milled rice. This isn't a mainland concept dropped into Honolulu. The menu reads like it was built for this island.
No social media presence — but already going viral.
As of April 2026, Boba Bing has no Instagram, no TikTok, no website. But the OnoWaffies have already been blowing up on social media through food creators, with thousands of shares in just days of opening. If you want to try it before the lines get long, now is the time.
Location & Hours
Boba Bing is located inside Midtown Eats, the food hall on the ground floor of The Park on Keʻeaumoku. It's in central Honolulu, walking distance from Walmart and Sam's Club on Keʻeaumoku Street.
Boba Bing at Midtown Eats
📍 1515 Liona Street, Honolulu, HI 96814
🕐 Open daily 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (hours may vary) (confirmed Apr 12, 2026)
Hours last updated from Google: Apr 29, 2026
Parking: Free parking in the building garage. Enter from Liona Street or Rycroft Street. Park in stalls marked "Commercial" on levels 1 through 2.5, then take the escalator or elevator down to the food hall. One of the easier parking situations in the Keʻeaumoku area.
Other Restaurants at Midtown Eats
Boba Bing is one of 14 restaurants inside the Midtown Eats food hall. The full vendor lineup includes Ninja Sushi Hawaii, Ms. Nguyen Banh Mi & Rolls, Sadie's BBQ Honolulu, Aloha Sugarcane Juice, FEAST by Jon Matsubara, King Thai Cuisine, Mangiamo Gelato, Middle Eats, Serg's Mexican Kitchen, Soul Chicken, Sakurajima Japanese Cuisine, and K Park Bar for cocktails and sports. Coming soon: Dragon Burger and Bonburi — both from Japan, making their Hawaii debuts — are expected to open at Midtown Eats in May 2026.
Read our full Midtown Eats guide →Bingsu — Frequently Asked Questions
What is bingsu?
Bingsu is a Korean dessert made from frozen milk and condensed milk shaved into snow-like ribbons, topped with fruit, jam, beans, or ice cream. Unlike Hawaiian shave ice — which is shaved from a block of frozen water — bingsu has a creamy, melt-on-your-tongue texture.
How is bingsu different from Hawaiian shave ice?
Hawaiian shave ice is shaved from frozen water and topped with flavored syrups. Bingsu is shaved from frozen milk and condensed milk, with toppings built in layers throughout the cup. Bingsu melts smoother, isn't crunchy, and has a milkier, creamier flavor.
Where can I get authentic bingsu in Honolulu?
Boba Bing inside Midtown Eats at The Park on Keʻeaumoku in Downtown Honolulu serves traditional Korean bingsu with milk-based snow ice, house-special fruit purees, and Dave's Ice Cream toppings. Open daily 11am–8pm (hours may vary).
How much does bingsu cost at Boba Bing?
Boba Bing prices are $11.95 for a regular and $16.95 for a large. All three flavors (strawberry, mango, adzuki bean) are the same price. Add-ons range from $3 to $5.
What bingsu flavors does Boba Bing offer?
Boba Bing offers three bingsu flavors: Strawberry (with house-special strawberry puree, fresh strawberries, and Dave's strawberry ice cream), Mango (with house-special mango puree, fresh mango, and Dave's mango ice cream), and Adzuki Bean (with red beans and Dave's vanilla ice cream).
What are Boba Bing's hours in Honolulu?
Boba Bing is open daily 11am–8pm (hours may vary). Located inside Midtown Eats at The Park on Keʻeaumoku.
Is bingsu the same as patbingsu?
Patbingsu is a specific type of bingsu topped with red beans (pat means red bean in Korean). Boba Bing's BobaBing! Bingsu with Adzuki Beans is their version of traditional patbingsu.
Does Boba Bing offer takeout for bingsu?
Yes. Boba Bing provides an insulated takeout bag with a thermal cover that keeps your bingsu cold for about an hour. Just ask when you order if you're not eating in.
What ice cream does Boba Bing use on their bingsu?
Boba Bing tops every bingsu with Dave's Ice Cream — a Honolulu institution since 1982. The owner tested many ice cream brands before choosing Dave's as their permanent partner.
Boba Bing FAQ
Is Boba Bing open now?
Yes. Boba Bing is open at Midtown Eats in The Park on Keʻeaumoku. Open daily 11am–8pm (hours may vary).
What is an OnoWaffie?
A fish-shaped waffle made with sweet potato dough from scratch, coated in toasted macadamia nuts, and stuffed with different fillings. Think taiyaki, but with a unique dough and Hawaii-inspired flavors like Okinawa sweet potato, kimchi fried rice, and spam with seaweed.
How much does Boba Bing cost?
$6 for a single OnoWaffie or $20 for a set of 4. Menu is from the soft opening and prices may adjust.
Does Boba Bing have boba?
Not yet. Boba drinks are expected in May 2026. Right now the focus is on the OnoWaffie menu.
Does Boba Bing have bingsu?
Yes! Bingsu launched in April 2026. Three flavors — Strawberry, Mango, and Adzuki Bean — starting at $11.95 for a regular. Made with real milk-snow ice, house-special purees, and Dave's Ice Cream.
Does Boba Bing have an Instagram or website?
No. As of April 2026, Boba Bing has no social media or website.
Where is Boba Bing located?
Inside Midtown Eats at The Park on Keʻeaumoku, 1515 Liona Street, Honolulu, HI 96814.
Who owns Boba Bing?
Eddie Kim, who also owns The Crouching Lion restaurant in Kaʻaʻawa on Oahu's windward coast.
Is there parking at Boba Bing?
Yes. Midtown Eats has free parking in the building garage, accessible from both Liona Street and Rycroft Street entrances. Park in stalls marked "Commercial" on levels 1 through 2.5.
What flavors does Boba Bing have?
The soft opening menu has four OnoWaffie flavors: Vanilla Custard, Sweet Potato with Macadamia Nuts, Kimchi Fried Rice, and Spam with Spicy Garlic Crust.
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