Tropics Shave Ice
Popup Catering, Trailer
Albany, CA
Super Great For
- Smaller Spaces
- Huge Events
- Corporate Catering
- Vegans & Vegetarians
Tropics Shave Ice Menu
Shave Ice Flavors
Coconut
All-natural coconut, made with no artificial dyes and pure cane sugar.
Strawberry
All-natural strawberry, made with no artificial dyes and pure cane sugar.
Mango
All-natural mango, made with no artificial dyes and pure cane sugar.
Guava
Tropical guava, gluten-free, dairy-free, and made with pure cane sugar.
Pineapple
Tropical pineapple, gluten-free, dairy-free, and made with pure cane sugar.
Passion Fruit
Tropical passion fruit, gluten-free, dairy-free, and made with pure cane sugar.
Lime
Refreshing lime, gluten-free, dairy-free, and made with pure cane sugar.
Blue Raspberry
Classic blue raspberry, gluten-free, dairy-free, and made with pure cane sugar.
Bubblegum
Classic bubblegum, gluten-free, dairy-free, and made with pure cane sugar.
Cherry
Classic cherry, gluten-free, dairy-free, and made with pure cane sugar.
Shave Ice Toppings
Mochis
Squishy, sweet mochis that add texture to your shave ice.
Snow Cap (Sweetened Condensed Milk)
Sweetened condensed milk drizzle on top of the shave ice for added creaminess and richness.
Coconut Cream
Vegan coconut cream drizzled on top of the shave ice for added creaminess and richness.
Raspberry Sour Sauce
A sour sauce drizzle on top.
Chamoy & Tajin
A spicy topping reminiscent Hispanic flavor profiles like Mangonadas.
Banana Cream
Vegan banana cream drizzled on top of the shave ice for added creaminess and richness.
Strawberry Puree
Our house-made strawberry puree, made directly from strawberries as a drizzle on top for a deeper, fruitier taste.
Mango Slices
Cut up mango pieces on the shave ice for a refreshing and flavorful finish.
Shave Ice Specialties
Strawberry Matcha
Shave ice with ceremonial matcha, strawberry puree, and an optional condensed milk drizzle. Perfect for an adult treat.
Iced Coffee
Shave ice with coffee flavor and a shot of cold brew, condensed milk and a caramel drizzle. Perfect for an adult treat.
Past Catering Events
2 event organizers have booked Tropics Shave Ice using Roaming Hunger
Business Catering
July 2026 * Hayward, CA
105+ attendees
Business Catering
October 2026 * Bay Point, CA
350+ attendees
Business Catering
July 2026 * Hayward, CA
105+ attendees
What is the story behind your business' name?
We want to make customers feel like they are teleported straight to the tropics when grabbing a shave ice from us. The colorful plants and flowers, the bright skies, the sound of water, and the warm air with a breeze and a cooling refreshment. Life is stressful, a few moments in this environment helps calm things down.
About Tropics Shave Ice
- Minority Owned
- Family Business
- Mom & Pop Business
The menu features fluffy Hawaiian shave ice made with pure cane sugar syrups and no high fructose corn syrup, with many all-natural and dye-free options. Guests can enjoy tropical classics like mango, guava, and passion fruit or explore inventive creations such as Strawberry Matcha, Citrus Hibiscus, and Tropical Taste. Signature offerings like Mangonada and Vietnamese Iced Coffee shave ice showcase the team's creative approach, while premium add-ons including mochi balls, fresh fruit, and coconut cream allow every order to be customized into something unique.
What sets Tropics Shave Ice apart is its ability to transform a refreshing treat into an interactive event experience. By giving shave ice a mocktail-inspired presentation and pairing it with attentive service, the team creates a fun focal point that guests naturally gravitate toward. Whether serving kids at a birthday party or employees at a company event, this Oakland food trailer delivers tropical flavor, creative craftsmanship, and a cool escape in every cup.
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