Top pick1
Dave's Ice Cream At The Ilikai
Food Store
Specialty shop serving imaginative ice cream & sherbet flavors like kona coffee & lychee.
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When the sweet tooth strikes in Ala Moana, you've got solid options — and this list ranks all five of them by real visitor ratings submitted right here on NateEatsHawaii. Whether you're shopping at the mall or just passing through, there's something worth stopping for.
Leading the pack is Dave's Ice Cream At The Ilikai, a specialty shop known for imaginative flavors like kona coffee and lychee sherbet — and one Nate personally recommends. Look for the NateEatsHawaii badge on spots he's verified firsthand. Further down the list, Mango Mango Dessert at Ala Moana Center is popular for its budget-friendly offerings, and Tangö Contemporary Cafe rounds things out with a more eclectic, globally inspired dessert experience.
All five spots were pulled together based on genuine visitor ratings on the site, so the rankings reflect what real people eating in Ala Moana actually think. Keep an eye on the badges as you browse.
The ranking
Top pick1Specialty shop serving imaginative ice cream & sherbet flavors like kona coffee & lychee.
2$Rated 4⭐ (203 reviews)
3$Food Store fare in Ala Moana. Meet Fresh is a reliable choice and offers takeout.
4Tucked into Ala Moana, Sweet As serves food store. Look for takeout — known as a solid pick.
5$$Modern eatery offering creative dishes with Scandinavian, Asian, Hawaiian & American flavors.
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Based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, Dave's Ice Cream At The Ilikai ranks #1 — it's also a spot Nate personally recommends, earning the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page.
Mango Mango Dessert at Ala Moana Center is well known for offering desserts at budget-friendly prices, making it a great option if you're looking to satisfy your sweet tooth without spending too much.
The rankings are driven by real visitor ratings submitted to NateEatsHawaii and are updated regularly as new reviews come in, so the list always reflects current community feedback.