Brian's Shave Ice and Boba — Restaurant in Los Angeles

This is a small chain focusing on Hawaiian shave ice. While this shop is simple, they have all the key flavors and toppings to make a refreshing shave ice. It is amazing on a hot day and very fun for kids and adults alike.

I like to get macadamia nut ice cream in the center, fruity flavored syrups, and topped with Ling Hi Mui powder for a bit of tartness. There are plenty of options though, so you can customize to your tastes. For example there is condensed milk, Dole whip, etc.

There is a selection of syrups that are sweetened with Stevia instead of sugar, if that is a preference.

In my opinion, these syrups are all on the sweet side, except the Green Tea. So much so that I ask them to go light on syrup. But that is just my taste, I prefer light sweetness.

There are other items here like Boba but I haven't tried them.

At this particular location, there is no seating indoors or outdoors. The parking lot seems to always be very full and difficult to...

If you're in the mood for something refreshing and a little indulgent, Brian’s Shave Ice and Boba is the spot. The boba drinks are solid—sweet, satisfying, and made right—but the real reason to come here is the shaved ice. It’s not your average snow cone. The texture is unbelievably smooth and fluffy, and the flavors are fresh and vibrant.

Pro tip: get it with the snow cap and mochi balls. Yes, mochi balls!!! The snow cap adds a creamy, sweet finish that ties everything together, and the mochi adds a fun chewy texture that takes it to the next level.

This is more than dessert—it's a...

Honestly loved this place until I went in one day and was treated HORRIBLY. I’m a very loyal customer and I’m always there which the staff knows me. When I walked in I was immediately stared down and the girl behind the counter walked away and didn’t take my order. I stood there for 5 minutes until I finally called out to the worker which helped me very rudely. Her name was Maya or Mayan and I told her how I’m a constant customer and she said “ok I don’t care.” Never thought I would have to write a review about this place but I will surely not come back. The workers are...