Find your end-of-summer frozen treats beyond ice cream on Hilton Head at these 6 spots
Celebrating the end of summer on Hilton Head Island?
Not in the mood for ice cream but still wanting something cold?
The temperatures are high and the humidity is ever-present. This means there is no excuse necessary not to seek out a fun, refreshing, frozen treat while on the island.
Frozen treats such as shaved ice, snow cones or popsicles are summer delights that can get overlooked compared to their traditional, creamy, dairy counterparts, but you don’t want to sleep on these delicious dessert options.
Here are six locations on Hilton Head Island for your next end-of-summer frozen treat.
Sno Cones by Chris
Sno Cones by Chris is a snow cone establishment on Hilton Head that is open every day of the week. The snow cone shop offers more than 30 flavors to pick from and nearly 10 different dye-free options as well. Any flavor on the menu can also be made on-demand into a sugar-free option for customers after an allotted 10 minute window for the new flavor to be specially made. If guests wish, each snow cone is completed with a marshmallow cream (condensed milk) topping. None of the syrup is pre-made, and all are made in-house from scratch and free of high fructose corn syrup, dairy or nut allergens. Sno Cones by Chris can be found mid-island by Palmetto Bay Marina at 114 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928.
Frosty’s Italian Ices & More
Frosty’s Italian Ices & More is a family-owned business in Shelter Cove Harbour that serves Italian ices, ice cream and gelato. The establishment also serves a variety of other goodies including espresso, cappuccino, lattes, fresh fudge and cookies as well as several assorted candy options. Frosty’s Italian Ices & More can be found along the waterfront at 9 Harbourside Lane, Suite G, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928.
POPS of Hilton Head Island
POPS is a family-owned small business at the south end of Hilton Head Island in Coligny Plaza. According to the company, the establishment offers frozen treats such as Frios Gourmet Pops as well as lollipops, pop candy, retro soda pops, a candy wall featuring candy that has been popular over the decades and cotton candy among other goodies. The gourmet popsicles are crafted in Mobile, AL and offer a variety of unique flavors. These flavors include gluten-free, dairy-free, and dye-free options for any snacker. POPS also offers a ‘pupsicle’ option for any furry friend wanting to join in the fun and spending the day in Coligny Plaza with the family. This establishment is located at 1 N. Forest Beach Drive, Unit K5, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928.
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard serves Italian ice flavors and frozen custards for an end-of-summer treat among other menu items at this retro-styled, counter-serve establishment. Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard can be found in Coligny Plaza at 1 N Forest Beach Drive, Unit 1-3, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928.
Sharky’s Sno-Balls
Sharky’s Sno-Balls can be found adjacent to Sharky’s Bike Rentals & Surf Shop on the south end of Hilton Head Island. Offering finely shaved ice with a variety of flavors and toppings for guests to enjoy, this shaved ice vendor boasts the “Ultimate Hawaiian Treat” as their most popular combo. Sharkey’s Sno-Balls can be found at 83 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928.
Snowie Shaved Ice HHI
Snowie Shaved Ice HHI is a local food truck serving shaved ice to locals and visitors alike in Port Royal Plaza Shopping Center behind Okko and the Public Kitchen Wine Bar toward the north end of the island. The food truck is also available for private events. Snowie Shaved Ice is located at 95 Mathews Drive, Suite B5, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926.