ABOUT
It's all about 808
808 Shave Ice first opened in Fairview Park, OH in June 2017. Locally owned, operated, and founded, 808 is a Northeast Ohio staple with locations in Avon, Fairview Park, Strongsville, and the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Additionally, we offer catering via our mobile carts and food truck.
From day one, our focus has been simple: people and product over profits (generating profits is nice, of course!). That means premium ingredients, attention to detail, a focus on customer service, and ice that’s actually shaved -- never crushed. Over time, our menu has expanded to include food items, dirty sodas, slush beverages, and ice cream.
808 is committed to delivering a premium, polished, and memorable customer experience. We're so much more than an ice cream shop, and we hope you'll give us a try!
Frequently asked questions
What does "808" mean or stand for?
Ahh. The #1 question we get asked! Well, let's keep it simple. 808 represents a feeling. A style. That laid back, do things differently kind of attitude. It's just a number that we really like!
How is shave ice different from a snow cone? Also why "shave" -- why not "shaved"?
We don't serve your typical snow cone. If you're looking for a crunchy ball of ice, you won't find it at 808. The typical "shaved ice" companies that you may know of take bags of ice cubes and crush them in a machine, yielding what's typically recognized as a child's snow cone. At 808, we actually shave ice. It starts with the fact that our shave ice is made from 8 pound blocks of ice that we make / freeze ourselves, in house, 24 hours per day. We then use special shaving machines imported from Japan that slice thin strips of ice off the block and into your cup. This leads to the softest, fluffiest texture possible. We finish the ice off with our flavors that are imported from Hawaii and blended into syrups (also in house) -- using only pure cane sugar, and never any high fructose corn syrup or preservatives. As for "shave" vs. "shaved" -- well, we just have that "do things differently" kind of attitude.
Is 808 Shave Ice a franchise?
808 is not a franchise. It's a family business that employs over 100 individuals during peak summer season. When spending money at 808, your dollars are being reinvested into the local community!
What's up with all the colored syrups?! It's 2026!
We truly have something for everyone! 808 offers a variety of dye-free syrup flavors for those who want to avoid artificial colorings. As alternative options become available, 808 will pioneer bringing the best possible flavors to our community!
Are you peanut free? What about other allergens?
Our shave ice is dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free, and vegan when enjoyed without add-ons or toppings. Generally speaking, 808 Shave Ice does not knowingly serve or offer products that contain peanuts. However, some of our suppliers manufacture products on shared equipment or in shared facilities.
Please be aware that all items are prepared in environments where milk, soy, nuts, and other common allergens may be present. Due to shared equipment and preparation areas, we cannot guarantee that any product is completely free from allergens.
Guests with food allergies or sensitivities should use their discretion and speak directly with the cashier before ordering. While we always do our best to minimize cross-contact and reduce risk, we cannot eliminate the possibility of allergen exposure.
I'm bringing a large group to 808. Can we get a discount?
First, we thank everyone that wants to gather at 808! We do not offer group discounts, however, by notifying us via our contact form ahead of time about your visit, we can attempt to better staff our shop to serve your group quicker and more efficiently. We see this often with large teams or daycares visiting together.