Where to find Snow Cones in Greater Houston

Chill out with a shaved ice treat from our 20+ picks for the coolest snow cone shops in Greater Houston this summer.

When the temps are topping out, it’s hard to beat the cool, crisp crunch of ice drizzled with favorite flavors and toppings—sometimes stuffed with ice cream.

Before you head out in search of the perfect snow cone, check out some of our top picks for your new summer hangout spot to cool off from the stifling heat.

Top Snow Cone Shops in Greater Houston

Inner Loop

• Bahama Buck’s at multiple locations – Serving up “the greatest sno on Earth,” Bahama Buck’s can be found at eight locations across the Greater Houston area, from Pearland and Sugar Land to Spring and Minute Maid Park. The island-inspired shop features a menu of light and airy sno topped with gourmet flavors alongside smoothies, Frostalattés, Paradise Fruit and other unique treats. Get directions to Bahama Buck’s.
• Friohana Shave Ice at Buffalo Bayou Park – The popular mobile shave ice shop can usually be found at 103 Sabine Street, on the east side of Buffalo Bayou Park, serving up all natural classic flavors, as well as seasonal drizzles like tamarindo, watermelon and basil, pineapple habanero and more. Get directions to Friohana Shave Ice.
• Sno Dreamz in Southwest Houston & Third Ward – Let your cares melt away with a New Orleans–style sno ball from one of two Houston Sno Dreamz locations. Enjoy flavors like Blackberry, Wild Berry, Bloody Mary and Cactus Juice, topped with sweetened condensed milk, sour spray and Kool-Aid. If you’re hungry, pair up your frozen treat with snacks like a Frito Pie to satisfy your appetite. Get directions to Sno Dreamz.
• Tampico Refresqueria in the Heights & Northside – Enjoy traditional Mexican raspas from this long-time stand with flavors like tamarindo and Mexican vanilla alongside classic flavors with crema, chamoy, ice cream, and mangonada toppings. Get directions to Tampico Refresqueria.

Spring & North Houston

• Buzzles Shaved Ice in Tomball & Spring – With three locations in Spring and one in Tomball, Buzzles is blending the worlds of New Orleans flavors with Hawaiian-style shaved ice year round. Take your pick from their flavors of the week, like Red Velvet Cake and Harry Potter Butterbeer, or drizzle your favorite with a topping of cream. Get directions to Buzzles Shaved Ice.
• Flamingo Chill in North Houston – On Airline Drive, this family-owned spot offers tropical treats, classic raspas, and food for the hungry like nachos, funnel cakes, and churros. Get directions to Flamingo Chill.
• Hawaiian Paradise Refresqueria in Northwest Houston – Savor all natural flavors at this food trailer parked on Little York, with dozens of classic and traditional raspas drizzlings, as well as ice cream treats, mangonadas, smoothies and snacks. Get directions to Hawaiian Paradise Refresqueria.
• Tutti Treats in Northside – Just north of the inner loop, this New Orleans–style snoball truck has a menu filled with delicious, ice-cold treats with dozens of sno ball flavors, milkshakes, ice cream, and adult-only sno-daiquiris. Get directions to Tutti Treats.
• Unicorn Snow Cones in Spring Branch – This mobile pink truck regularly pops up around the ‘hood or at birthdays and private events, so keep an eye on their social media so you don’t miss out on their infamous candy-topped snow cones with names like Dino Magic and Unicorn Rainbow. The conscious shop also uses 100% cane sugar and biodegradable cups and spoons so you can enjoy with peace of mind.

Katy & West Houston

• Bahama Mama’s in Katy – For over 25 years, this local favorite has drawn numbers to chill out in their outdoor-only patio with shaved ice flavors like Wedding Cake, Banana, Blue Coconut and many more. Make it a special treat by asking for it “stuffed” with vanilla ice cream. Get directions to Bahama Mama’s.
• Gabby’s Snow Cones in Rosenberg – Shaved ice, milkshakes, micheladas and tasty snacks highlight this Rosenberg snow cone shop’s biggest draws to beat the heat. Get directions to Gabby’s Snow Cones.
• Sandy’s Sno Cone Stand in Rosenberg – If you’re looking to cool down, Sandy’s stand on First Street offers up shaved ice treats with delicious toppings, as well as milkshakes, sundaes, and savory snacks. Get directions to Sandy’s Sno Cone Stand.
• Texas Shaved Ice Express in Barker Cypress – This drive thru-only spot on the west side of Houston is serving up classic, natural and sugar-free flavors for refreshing treats in the tough Texas heat. Get directions to Texas Shaved Ice Express.
• Texas Sno in Katy – This Katy hot spot for cool treats is sure to delight all tastebuds with fine, fluffy snoballs and flavors like Banana Pudding, Strawberry Cheesecake, Mango and Piña Colada, topped with Chamoy, Tajin and Condensed Milk or fresh fruit. Keep an eye on social media as this mobile truck pops up all over town on a weekly basis.

Pearland & South Houston

• AJ’s Snowcones in Pearland – The drive-thru snowcone shop can be found right on Broadway, serving up classic shaved ice flavors, sundaes, and snacks. Get directions to AJ’s Snowcones.
• Texas Sno Fruit in Alvin – This all natural shave ice shop can help you beat the heat with fresh, fruit, creamy and delicious treats with fully customizable toppings and weekly specials. Get directions to Texas Sno Fruit.
• Weekley’s Shaved Ice & Snacks in Manvel – Just south of Pearland, you can pick your size, a flavor, or—if you just can’t decide—pick a flight of four shaved ice treats, crowned with a variety of toppings that range from basic to bold like gummy bears or chopped pickles. If you have a sensitive diet, Weekley’s also offers sugar-free and keto options. Get directions to Weekley’s Shaved Ice & Snacks.

Deer Park & Bay Area

• Kahuna Joe’s Hawaiian Shave Ice in League City – Cool down with Kahuna Joe’s traditional Hawaiian shave ice specialties, drizzled with hand-made fruit flavor syrups, cream toppings, and scoops of ice cream. Get directions to Kahuna Joe’s Hawaiian Shave Ice.
• Sno Beach in Friendswood – Grab a spot under their tiki shade and cool off with colorful snow cones bursting with flavor at this Friendswood frozen treat shop. Get directions to Sno Beach.
• Snoball Hut & The Popcorn Hut in Webster – Blending the sweet and savory, this spot offers plenty of chances to come back with 200 hand-made flavors (with sugar free options) to choose from alongside an extensive menu of gourmet popcorn. Get directions to Snoball Hut.
• The Tropical Chill in Deer Park – This snowball shop has called Deer Park home for decades, offering up several dozen flavors, specialties and fruit chills. Get directions to Tropical Chill.