512 SNO

We love our 512 SNO. Chalk, bubbles and SNO cones. What else can a kiddo ask for. Try the Dirty Blonde it’s yummm!!!

My friend and I came to 512 Sno after eating nearby at The Big Kahuna and wanted something cold on a hot summer day. I got peach, blueberry, mango in the size small with a cream add on, upon other Unilocalers’ suggestions. The initial bites didn’t have a lot of syrup so it was sadly not very flavorful. I could barely taste the cream as well (compared to Sno Beach’s). I was also puzzled that it came with a straw but I soon realized why. Most of the syrup was on the bottom! Maybe mine was a fluke but since there are so many other options for sno cones nearby, I’m not sure if I’ll be back.

Delicious and perfect for a summer day! Highly recommend. Very refreshing after a long day of hiking.

I was so happy I stopped at this stand yesterday!
Been having a hard time finding a good snow cone stand in my neck o’ the woods, but I was definitely happy to find this place! Service was friendly and quick. The gentlemen working was great with suggestions. I tried a Hippie Hollow from the menu, added some cream to it.
One of the best snow cones I’ve had in a long time.
I got a punch card, and I’m not afraid to use it. Be back soon. :)

Shave ice is big in Hawaii and I just came from there a week ago and it is close in comparison as to how tasty it is. You have to do it the right way tho.. . Vanilla ice cream at the bottom ice then flavor then cream on top. Boom! Your welcome.
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Ah yes, the ultimate taste of summertime. Get the red, white & blue one for sure!
As a snow cone connoisseur, 512 SNO has a fluffy consistency and pungent flavors of deliciousness.
Go get yourself a purple tongue already!

«What’s cream?» I asked. She replied, «Condensed milk, it’s really good»
From my experience snow cone trucks can be hit or miss on dependability, therefore when the answered the phone I was elated with success of finding one open for the season.
512 SNO was easy to find it’s located on the corner gas station on an intersection. The menu was simple enough with a lot of flavors and a few combo recommendations. However they had cream. «What’s cream?» I asked. She replied, «Condensed milk, it’s really good». I took her advice and I got Vanilla, Strawberry, Blue Raspberry and Cream. It was pretty damn unique for me, cream on ice that is. I’m used to the New Orleans styled snow cones. The cream made the ice taste sweet even after the flavors dropped to the bottom. The server was friendly enough that I was inspired to tip on the hot 95 degree day it was.
Tell a friend to tell a friend and support this establishment with great tasting snow cones.
Since it is another summer of remakes and since there’s a new Terminator movie on the horizon it’s in vein to say… I’ll be back!

This adorable snow cone stands makes delicious snow cones and put a smile on my son’s face. I ordered a blood orange one with cream. Try the cream, it will change your life! The girl working was super sweet as well. Now that’s what I call winning!

I love sno cones. Seriously love them. I would buy my own machine if they were cheaper. But the cheap ones make crunchy ice so I will keep coming here. Unfortunately the man does not like sno cones (blasphemous.) I have actually only ever had the Barton Springs. It is that good.

Great icy treat on a hot day… heck, even if its cloudy, you know the Austin humidity calls for a sno cone. I wish I lived closer to this trailer bc I would go everyday. When I find myself in the area, I make a point to stop by, because anytime is good for a sno cone. The ladies running it are always friendly and chit chat and they have a cute area to hang out and chalk for the kiddos… nice touch! I’m picky about the ice and this place has the BEST ice! I also like to give my business to not only a local place, but also one who gives back. This trailer donates a certain percentage to a different charity each month… how nice is that? Come see them, buy a great snack, and do some good for our great city!

I had one of the worst snow cones I have ever had out of this trailer. It was almost on the same scale as those super crunchy generic snow cones you get at elementary school carnivals. I worked at a shaved ice trailer and I frequent other trailers so I know what a good shaved ice is and I know that this was not good. At all.
First, the girl taking orders took orders from three different families at once then made the snow cones. Super inefficient. It was incredibly slow. I could’ve waited in the long line at Sno-​Beach and probably gotten my treat quicker. She also had to ask me my entire order again after I had been waiting about ten minutes.
The ice was so crunchy. It was not soft and fluffy AT ALL. Super disappointing.
I ordered wedding cake and strawberry with cream. Well because they cheat and call their «birthday cake» «wedding cake» when they add cream on it — it tasted nothing like every other wedding cake I have ever had, ever. I also specified I wanted cream all over it — on the strawberry as well. There was hardly any cream and it was ONLY on the «birthday/​wedding cake.»
Their flavors taste watered down and lack the vibrant color that full-​flavored snow cones have. You can tell they are cutting corners by probably using only half of the flavor you should when mixing syrups. As if making snow cones weren’t dirt cheap as it is.
My final and biggest complaint: too much juice. There was only ice on the side of my cup with a HUGE GAPING HOLE FULL OF JUICE in the middle. If I wanted some watered down juice with some ice in it I would have gone to the store and gotten some kool-​aid. I don’t know anyone who likes a snow cone to be THAT juicy.
This place may look like a better choice because of the lack of a line compared to Sno-​Beach which is just a few minutes away, but trust me, brave the line at Sno-​Beach. You’ll wait at both trailers but the product at this trailer is sure to disappoint.

Great place for a family snack. Owners were very nice and welcoming. Love their yummy snow cones on a hot Texas day! A must try!

This is a nice little sno cone spot. We drove by and did a 180, not really venturing into the neighborhood all that often. They are very friendly and have a lot of unique, Austin-​named combinations such as the Barton Springs. I got the watermelon which was different and lighter than most watermelon sno cones, but very very good. My girlfriend got some combo of raspberry, coconut and cream that was pretty outta sight. The ice they use is very high quality– it has a light and fluffy texture to it. This place is in the parking lot of of a weird, Austin-​y convenience store that I need to stop in next time too.

Hooray! Snow cone season is here! Stop by this little stand for friendly service and parasols while you wait. There is a respectable collection of flavor bases, and a variety of additional toppings that are above and beyond the offerings most snow cone establishments. (ie: There is Blue bell ice cream, Ghirardelli caramel and chocolate, pickles, and skittles…)
There are a lot of customization options and the friendly folks who work there will steer you right. Only small downside? I’m a big fan of sweetened condensed milk for the «cream» on a snow cone. I think the «cream» here may be a sno biz proprietary blend that’s not quite as much fun for me… but for those who don’t want to overdose on sugar, you might be happier with it.
All in all, 512 Sno has what it takes to be a fantastic snow cone resource for overheated Austinites. And, a final bit of awesome: The folks here donate their tips to a worthy Austin charity every month.

I would have given this place 5 stars easily if the girl running it didn’t have the most god awful gum smacking habit I’ve ever seen. I know it’s dumb but that is a major pet peeve for a lot of folks out there.
They have more amazing flavors, toppings, and add-​ons I’ve ever seen at a shaved ice stand. I had a root beer float with cream and it was soooo good. If you have kids they even have sidewalk chalk and bubbles to help keep them entertained!
I’ll be back I’m sure but will just hope the gum smacker is either not there or keeps her gum in her mouth :)

Tons of flavors and the nicest service! Even have chalk for kids to play with, parasols to shield the sun while in line and a nice little covered table at which to sit and enjoy your son cones.

Killer sno cones! And they feature SnoBiz flavors! Stop by the little blue trailer on Burnet and 45^th for a yummy treat to beat the Texas heat.