Summer in Xiao Liuqiu is really scorching hot! Although it’s perfect for water activities, walking on land can make you feel like you’re melting… Every time I go to Xiao Liuqiu, as soon as I finish lunch, my next itinerary is almost confirmed as “reporting to the ice shop!” It’s really too hot
That’s why ice shops are so popular in Xiao Liuqiu, almost on par with diving shops! In recent years, in addition to the traditional ice shops with high cost-performance ratios, there have also been internet-famous ice shops with unique decorations and great photo opportunities! Any of them can help you beat the heat~ Let’s take a look at some of the famous ice shops in Xiao Liuqiu!
Xiao Liuqiu recommended ice shop
Black Devil Cave’s Snowflake Ice (烏鬼洞雪花冰)
Located next to the Black Devil Cave, the must-try Mulberry Snowflake Ice is the only one of its kind on Xiao Liuqiu, and it never fails to impress tourists with its high quality even in the tourist area! Especially noteworthy is the boss’s special homemade mulberry jam, which is made using traditional charcoal roasting methods. The unique aroma is so irresistible that many visitors bring several jars home to savor.
Business address: No. 49-1, Xinyi Road, Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County 929
Business hours: 09:00 ~ 18:00
Price range: NT$110 ~ NT$350
Featured products: Crow (blackdevil) snow ice, Crow (blackdevil) mulberry sauce.
Icebox Ice Cream Shop (冰箱冰舖)
Icebox Ice Cream Shop, with generous ingredients and even cashew nuts roasted by the owner! What’s more, there are cats to accompany you! Coming here for their snowflake ice alone can make the heat drop by fifteen degrees! The shop specializes in chemical-free snowflake ice and offers various seasonal fruits for you to enjoy. Their cost-performance ratio is really high!
Business address: No. 166-1, Zhongzheng Road, Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County 929
Business hours: 11:00 ~ 5:30, 7:00 ~ 9:00 (extended on holidays)
Price range: NT$100 ~ NT$150
Featured products: Caramel Cashew Nut Shaved Ice, All in Milk Tea Shaved Ice.
Come Eat Ice Here (來這吃冰吧)
“Come Eat Ice Here” is a shop with a super photogenic and beautiful storefront! It’s definitely a must-visit when you come to Xiao Liuqiu! The flamboyant-style ice cream boss is always developing new menus, so you’ll be pleasantly surprised every time you visit. Besides the delicious “Signature Tie Guan Yin” flavor, don’t miss out on the “Matcha Snowflake Ice” and seasonal limited flavors!
But please note that there is a minimum order of “one bowl for two people” for the snowflake ice, so don’t go in alone and end up only ordering one bowl. This delicious treat is definitely worth having one bowl per person!
Business address: No. 38, Minsheng Road, Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County 929
Business hours: 12:00 ~ 7:00
Price range: NT$140 ~ NT$180
Featured products: Signature Tie Guan Yin tea. Seasonal limited edition mango.
Ice Cream For Life (餘霜)
Oh my god, this is so cute that it’s killing me! How can someone make soft serve ice cream look like this adorable cone-shaped character? “Ice Cream For Life” adds eyes to their soft serve ice cream, making it so cute that you wouldn’t want to eat it (but still, take a big bite!).
Aside from the cute soft serve ice cream, the decor and setup of the shop are also very unique. However, Little Liuqiu is really too hot, and many tourists choose to take the ice cream to go. Unfortunately, the ice cream quickly melts, resulting in a messy and rushed eating experience. If time permits, it is highly recommended to dine in the shop and enjoy the soft serve ice cream on the spot.
Business Address: No. 22-3, Guan Guang Port Road, Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County 929
Business Hours: 11:00 ~ 17:00
Price Range: NT$100
Featured Products: Signature Blue Smurf Ice Shaved Ice
Tian Tai Jiao Ice Shop (天台角冰店)
The Tian Tai Jiao Ice Shop features a strong vintage style and is located at the corner of the Ring Road, making it hard to miss! The decor inside the shop seems to make people feel like time has stopped, and all the old things look so cool! In the summer, they serve super large bowls of shaved ice filled to the brim, which is simply irresistible! It is almost a must-visit shop every time someone goes to Little Liuqiu!
Business Address: Huan Dao Gong Lu, Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County 929, Taiwan
Business hours: 11:00 ~ 17:00
Price range: NT$100 ~ NT$150
Featured products: Black sugar mixed fruit.
Maralee Bubble Ice (小琉球馬萊里泡泡冰)
What’s the deal with these cheap prices?! Bubble Ice is a great value for the money, and you can get a cup of every flavor if you go with a group of people. It’s fun to chat with the owner, who might offer a special flavor of the day. Be sure to ask the owner when you make your purchase to discover the secret flavors.
Business Address: No. 26-5, Minsheng Rd, Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County 929, Taiwan
Business Hours: 09:30 ~ 22:00
Price Range: NT$50
Featured Products: Mango Bubble Ice, Dragon Fruit Bubble Ice.
Aiyu Jelly shop (小本愛玉 小琉球旗艦店)
A crowded small store, the popular Aiyu Jelly shop, often has no seats during peak hours. The cute turtle-shaped Aiyu Jelly is a must-try and popular for Instagram lovers to take photos. Please note that if you want to dine in, the minimum charge is NT$70.
Business Address: No. 1, Xinyi Road, Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County 929
Business Hours: 09:30 ~ 17:30
Price Range: NT$70 ~ NT$80
Featured Products: Herbal jelly with turtle essence, Lemon jelly with herbal essence.
The Shaved Ice Queen (小琉球剉冰女王)
The Shaved Ice Queen serves its shaved ice in shells, which is a unique way of presenting this dessert and visually pleasing. The shaved ice is generously topped with various toppings, making it a must-try dessert. In addition to shaved ice, their homemade snow ice is also highly recommended. Served in shells, it looks impressive and tastes refreshing. Please note that the minimum spending per person is 50 NT$.
Business Address: No. 172-3, Zhongzheng Road, Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County 929
Business Hours: 10:00 ~ 22:00
Price Range: NT$100 ~ NT$120
Featured Products: Queen’s Exclusive Signature Ice, Seaweed and Mulberry Milk Shaved Ice.
Wang Chang Ice Shop (旺昌冰舖)
A very cute and nostalgic little shop that one can easily miss if not paying attention. The vintage decor and ice desserts are simply irresistible. What’s more, the highlight of this shop is the owner’s homemade caramel, which is proudly displayed on the table. It goes well with any dessert you order. Please note that the minimum charge is NT$30.
Business Address: No.115, Zhongshan Rd., Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County 929
Business Hours: 11:00 ~ 16:00
Price Range: NT$60 ~ NT$120
Featured Products: Mixed Mung Bean Dessert, Mango Shaved Ice
Xiao Liuqiu Zan Ice Shop (小琉球讚冰店)
The largest bowl of mango shaved ice in the Guinness World Records can be found here at Xiao Liuqiu Zan Ice Shop. There’s even a big bowl version that can serve 10 to 15 people! This shop’s signature is its large portions with high value. If you want to eat mango ice in the summer, then you can’t go wrong with Xiao Liuqiu Zan Ice Shop. Many netizens highly recommend it, and the portion is so large that they can’t finish it!
Business Address: No. 323-1, Zhongzheng Road, Liuqiu Township, Pingtung County 929
Business Hours: 10:00 ~ 22:00
Price range: NT$120
Featured products: Mango shaved ice