Sweet As
A small dessert stop at Ala Moana Center serving New Zealand-style real-fruit ice cream. It’s a quick, fruit-forward treat spot rather than a full sit-down restaurant.
- Mall kiosk location at Ala Moana Center
- Quick-service dessert stop
- Dairy-free coconut option
- Made-to-order fruit blends
Sweet As is a compact dessert stop inside Ala Moana Center that stands out for one reason: it does real-fruit ice cream in a New Zealand style, blending fruit into a frozen base for something brighter and more refreshing than standard soft serve. It is not a full restaurant or a lingering dessert lounge. It is a quick, fruit-forward treat counter that fits neatly into a shopping break or a hot Honolulu afternoon.
What it does best
The sweet spot here is customization. Guests can choose from ice cream, frozen yogurt, or a coconut-based option, then have fruit blended in for a made-to-order dessert that leans cool, creamy, and distinctly fruity. Mango, strawberry, mixed berry, pineapple, raspberry, and lilikoi are all part of the appeal, and the coconut base gives the shop a meaningful dairy-free option.
The menu stays focused, which is part of the charm. Sweet As is built around a few well-defined formats rather than a sprawling dessert lineup. That makes it easy to understand quickly and easy to order from without much fuss. For many visitors, the best version is simply the one that matches the fruit they want most.
The experience
Expect a small kiosk-style setup rather than a sit-down shop. The location on Center Court Level 3 makes it an easy stop within one of Honolulu’s busiest malls, and the experience is designed for convenience. Seating is limited and generally tied to the mall rather than the shop itself, so this works better as a grab-and-go treat than a destination for a long dessert pause.
That simple setup suits the concept. Sweet As feels casual, bright, and practical, with the appeal coming from the product itself rather than a heavily styled interior. It is the kind of place that makes sense between errands, after lunch, or as a cool-down while shopping.
Good fit, tradeoffs, and who it suits
Sweet As is especially well suited to families, travelers who want a lighter dessert, and anyone looking for something a little different from a standard ice cream counter. The coconut base is a strong plus for dairy-free diners, and the fruit blend gives the shop a fresher profile than many mall dessert options.
The main tradeoff is scope. This is dessert only, and the menu is intentionally narrow. Travelers looking for a full café, a broad flavor wall, or a long sit-down experience should look elsewhere. Those who want a quick, cheerful treat with a distinct New Zealand-style twist will find that Sweet As delivers exactly that.
