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Here's Where to Find The Best Snow Cones in St. Louis

By on Fri, Jul 7, 2017 at 10:53 pm

By Taylor Vinson Nothing shouts "summer" quite like a snow cone: this frozen treat and its bright colors make for the perfect dessert when taking on yet another day of St. Louis humidity. Thankfully, St. Louis and its surrounding areas have numerous snow cone stands that fit the bill. Most of them are tiny and unassuming, but trust us -- there are big, fun flavors just waiting for you to try them at these places. Pick one and make it your hot afternoon escape or after-dinner destination.

By Taylor Vinson

Nothing shouts "summer" quite like a snow cone: this frozen treat and its bright colors make for the perfect dessert when taking on yet another day of St. Louis humidity. Thankfully, St. Louis and its surrounding areas have numerous snow cone stands that fit the bill. Most of them are tiny and unassuming, but trust us -- there are big, fun flavors just waiting for you to try them at these places. Pick one and make it your hot afternoon escape or after-dinner destination.

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Frozen Tiki 5300 Hampton Ave. St. Louis, MO 63109 The Frozen Tiki may be small, but don’t let that deceive you. This little stand on Hampton is home to lots of flavors. Photo by Taylor Vinson.
Frozen Tiki
5300 Hampton Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63109


The Frozen Tiki may be small, but don’t let that deceive you. This little stand on Hampton is home to lots of flavors. Photo by Taylor Vinson.
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When you visit Frozen Tiki, try the “Soulard’s Hurricane” snow cone flavor. You won’t regret it. They’re open from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. every day. Photo by Taylor Vinson.
When you visit Frozen Tiki, try the “Soulard’s Hurricane” snow cone flavor. You won’t regret it. They’re open from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. every day. Photo by Taylor Vinson.
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Murray’s Shaved Ice 3407 Watson Rd., St. Louis, MO 63139 (314) 952-6255 Tigerblood, Bahama Mama, Frozen Mudslide, oh my! If you’re in need for a tasty way to cool off, Murray’s Shaved Ice is a great place to do it. Photo courtesy of Instagram / future_mrs_tieman.
Murray’s Shaved Ice
3407 Watson Rd., St. Louis, MO 63139
(314) 952-6255

Tigerblood, Bahama Mama, Frozen Mudslide, oh my! If you’re in need for a tasty way to cool off, Murray’s Shaved Ice is a great place to do it. Photo courtesy of Instagram / future_mrs_tieman.
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Be prepared to have some tough decisions to make at Murray’s Shaved Ice: here, you’ll have over 100 flavors to try. Murray’s Shaved Ice is open seven days a week, giving you plenty of opportunity to indulge. Photo courtesy of Instagram / jenkubiszewski.
Be prepared to have some tough decisions to make at Murray’s Shaved Ice: here, you’ll have over 100 flavors to try. Murray’s Shaved Ice is open seven days a week, giving you plenty of opportunity to indulge. Photo courtesy of Instagram / jenkubiszewski.
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Pakka B’s N Highway 67 St (St Jean) Florissant, MO 63031 Looking for something a little different? Gift yourself a southern treat with a New Orleans style sno’ ball at Pakka B’s. The ice is finer and fluffier compared to other snow cones. Photo via Taylor Vinson.
Pakka B’s
N Highway 67 St (St Jean)
Florissant, MO 63031

Looking for something a little different? Gift yourself a southern treat with a New Orleans style sno’ ball at Pakka B’s. The ice is finer and fluffier compared to other snow cones. Photo via Taylor Vinson.
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While the texture may be different at Pakka B’s, the snow cones still come in all sorts of fun flavors, such as Hawaiian Hula Hurricane. Be sure to bring cash only! Photo via Taylor Vinson.
While the texture may be different at Pakka B’s, the snow cones still come in all sorts of fun flavors, such as Hawaiian Hula Hurricane. Be sure to bring cash only! Photo via Taylor Vinson.
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Tropical Moose 140 E. Argonne Dr. Kirkwood If you like the idea of sitting on a tropical island, but your wallet says otherwise, take a trip to Tropical Moose. Here, you can at least fantasize about such a place with a Pink Champagne Fizz snow cone in hand -- and the snow cones start at just $1.50. Photo courtesy of Instagram / thevivianjohnson.
Tropical Moose
140 E. Argonne Dr. Kirkwood

If you like the idea of sitting on a tropical island, but your wallet says otherwise, take a trip to Tropical Moose. Here, you can at least fantasize about such a place with a Pink Champagne Fizz snow cone in hand -- and the snow cones start at just $1.50. Photo courtesy of Instagram / thevivianjohnson.
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You can make your trip to Tropical Moose a family affair, too. Buy a Canine Cooler for your oh so cute dog brother to join in on the fun. Photo courtesy of Instagram / tropicalmooseshavedice.
You can make your trip to Tropical Moose a family affair, too. Buy a Canine Cooler for your oh so cute dog brother to join in on the fun. Photo courtesy of Instagram / tropicalmooseshavedice.
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Glaciers Snow Cones 8350 Watson Rd., Webster Groves, MO 63119 (314) 575-0222 What do Pink Lemon Sour, Dinosaur and Red Hot have in common? They’re all flavors at Glaciers Snow Cones. Prices start as low as $1 for a kiddie cup. If “go big or go home” is more your motto, you can purchase as large as a jumbo serving for $4. Photo courtesy of Instagram / zoeaughinbaugh.
Glaciers Snow Cones
8350 Watson Rd., Webster Groves, MO 63119
(314) 575-0222

What do Pink Lemon Sour, Dinosaur and Red Hot have in common? They’re all flavors at Glaciers Snow Cones. Prices start as low as $1 for a kiddie cup. If “go big or go home” is more your motto, you can purchase as large as a jumbo serving for $4. Photo courtesy of Instagram / zoeaughinbaugh.
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Want to go all out with your snow cone? At Glaciers Snow Cones, you can top it off with nerds, pop rocks, Chiclets bubble gum or Pixy Stix for just 75 cents more. Photo courtesy of Instagram / kingold.
Want to go all out with your snow cone? At Glaciers Snow Cones, you can top it off with nerds, pop rocks, Chiclets bubble gum or Pixy Stix for just 75 cents more. Photo courtesy of Instagram / kingold.
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Pink’s Hawaiian Shaved Ice Locations in Florissant and St. Ann Aloha! With over 50 flavors like Tutti Frutti, St. Louis Cardinals and Orange Dreamsicle, Pink’s Hawaiian Shaved Ice may be the only trip you need to take this summer. Photo courtesy of Instagram / kristibuster.
Pink’s Hawaiian Shaved Ice
Locations in Florissant and St. Ann

Aloha! With over 50 flavors like Tutti Frutti, St. Louis Cardinals and Orange Dreamsicle, Pink’s Hawaiian Shaved Ice may be the only trip you need to take this summer. Photo courtesy of Instagram / kristibuster.
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Pink’s Hawaiian Shaved Ice has more than 50 flavors to choose from, and you can mix and match as many flavors as you like to get your perfect snow cone. Pink’s Hawaiian Shaved Ice is open from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends and 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays. Photo courtesy of Instagram / holycrap_itslaura.
Pink’s Hawaiian Shaved Ice has more than 50 flavors to choose from, and you can mix and match as many flavors as you like to get your perfect snow cone. Pink’s Hawaiian Shaved Ice is open from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends and 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays. Photo courtesy of Instagram / holycrap_itslaura.
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Bahama Bucks 661 Salt Lick Rd., St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 272-1118 There's nothing better during the hot summer than a snow cone with a pretty umbrella on the side -- and you can get that at Bahama Bucks. Sure, it's a chain; but don't turn your nose up at giving it a try. Plus, Bahama Bucks stays open until 11 p.m., making it a perfect place for your late night snack run. Photo courtesy of Instagram / av.summerusa.
Bahama Bucks
661 Salt Lick Rd., St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 272-1118

There's nothing better during the hot summer than a snow cone with a pretty umbrella on the side -- and you can get that at Bahama Bucks. Sure, it's a chain; but don't turn your nose up at giving it a try. Plus, Bahama Bucks stays open until 11 p.m., making it a perfect place for your late night snack run. Photo courtesy of Instagram / av.summerusa.
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At Bahama Bucks, you can try traditional flavors like Strawberry Daiquiri, or opt for super sour flavors like Jungle Berry. The thin ice flavors also provide a sugar-free, carb-free, fat-free and cholesterol-free option. Photo courtesy of Yelp / Michelle L.
At Bahama Bucks, you can try traditional flavors like Strawberry Daiquiri, or opt for super sour flavors like Jungle Berry. The thin ice flavors also provide a sugar-free, carb-free, fat-free and cholesterol-free option. Photo courtesy of Yelp / Michelle L.
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How Sweet Is This - The Itsy Bitsy Candy Shoppe 804 De Mun Ave, Clayton, MO 63105 Making a trip to Forest Park or the Saint Louis Zoo? How Sweet Is This is only a few blocks away. The shop’s snow cones are a welcome treat for a hot summer day. Photo courtesy of Instagram / howsweetisthiscandyshoppe.
How Sweet Is This - The Itsy Bitsy Candy Shoppe
804 De Mun Ave, Clayton, MO 63105

Making a trip to Forest Park or the Saint Louis Zoo? How Sweet Is This is only a few blocks away. The shop’s snow cones are a welcome treat for a hot summer day. Photo courtesy of Instagram / howsweetisthiscandyshoppe.
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No artificial sweeteners with these snow cones: the ones at How Sweet Is This are made with real pure cane sugar. Not enough of a sugar fix? You can take the opportunity to fill up on many of the store’s candies, too. Photo courtesy of Yelp / Jean K.
No artificial sweeteners with these snow cones: the ones at How Sweet Is This are made with real pure cane sugar. Not enough of a sugar fix? You can take the opportunity to fill up on many of the store’s candies, too. Photo courtesy of Yelp / Jean K.
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Wet Willies 999 N. 2nd St, St. Louis, MO 63102 Snow cones aren’t just for the kids. For the 21+ crowd, Wet Willies offers 18 alcoholic slushy drinks. Photo courtesy of Instagram / a_nathania.
Wet Willies
999 N. 2nd St, St. Louis, MO 63102

Snow cones aren’t just for the kids. For the 21+ crowd, Wet Willies offers 18 alcoholic slushy drinks. Photo courtesy of Instagram / a_nathania.
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If you’re particularly serious about your icy treats, take the extra step and mix your own drink online on the Wet Willies website. Photo courtesy of Instagram / therealjessica.
If you’re particularly serious about your icy treats, take the extra step and mix your own drink online on the Wet Willies website. Photo courtesy of Instagram / therealjessica.
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Tropical Sno Multiple locations, including 126 Old Meramec Station Road, Manchester, MO 63021 Sure, it’s a chain, but nevertheless Tropical Sno is a great go-to spot for your snow cone needs. There are locations in St. Charles and Manchester. Photo of R&M Tropical Sno courtesy of Facebook / R&M Tropical Sno Manchester.
Tropical Sno
Multiple locations, including 126 Old Meramec Station Road, Manchester, MO 63021

Sure, it’s a chain, but nevertheless Tropical Sno is a great go-to spot for your snow cone needs. There are locations in St. Charles and Manchester. Photo of R&M Tropical Sno courtesy of Facebook / R&M Tropical Sno Manchester.
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The 2017 feature flavors at Tropical Sno include Paradise Island, Volcano and Peach Coconilla. Sounds good to us. Photo of JNS Tropical Sno courtesy of Instagram / lilmissmermaid.
The 2017 feature flavors at Tropical Sno include Paradise Island, Volcano and Peach Coconilla. Sounds good to us. Photo of JNS Tropical Sno courtesy of Instagram / lilmissmermaid.
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