Sweet Caroline’s Snow Shack

I’m not sure why this place has such low star rating. I think it is a classic snow cone stand. I’m probably biased because I live down the street, but oh well. Clearly this isn’t the Casey’s quality that you desire, but when you need a cheap snowcone fix this is definitely the place to go. Try to go when school is still going on because otherwise it can get pretty packed with little kids. What I like about this place is that they do cool combinations and even through NERDS into some of the snowcones. They have some new flavors recently like king cake, which I loved.

I still love you, Sweet Caroline’s. :) Each time I ask them to recommend a new mixture for me; each time I try one. I love that. Last one was rootbeer and cream. NOM NOM… try it if you like rootbeer floats!

Sweet Caroline’s is totally worth the brain freeze. I’ve sampled quite a few of the plentiful options, but always go back to the namesake Sweet Caroline with strawberry, coconut, and cream or the similar First Kiss with strawberry, wedding cake, and cream. They are liberal with the syrup, so you never get that not-​so-​pleasing bite of plain ol’ ice. They are also super-​friendly and always willing to offer up suggestions to newbies. So satisfying on a hot day.

I went on a Sunday around 4:00 PM. I asked to sample the sugar free piña colada, as some times sugar free flavors can have an odd taste to them. I was told they were too busy to make a sample, at which point I offered to wait for a sample when they could spare a few seconds. (I used to work at a snow cone stand in high school and know for a fact it takes about all of 5 seconds to make one). I was then told I would have to come on a Monday through Friday to sample flavors, as they were too busy to make samples Saturdays & Sundays with crowds. Went ahead and ordered the sugar free piña colada. Waited 20 minutes for my snow cone, which I was not impressed by, especially given the price and the wait. Would’ve ordered another flavor had I been able to sample also. Was very disappointed in the customer service; it probably took longer to tell me that they would not make a sample than it would’ve been to just make one. Between the wait, price and service, I’ll go somewhere else next time.

This place was doing the business. They have good flavors and a variety of extras. The servings are huge. My husband loved, loved his Dreamsicle. It was really creamy. The wedding cake was pretty good — not my all time fave but very good. I would have given 4 or 5 stars if they had been cleaning up the spilled mess all on the sidewalk and in the seating area. There were bees everywhere and you could not ecape them. They just need to do a better cleaning of their surroundings and it would have been much more enjoyable.

Best snow cones on this side of town. Kids that work there are friendly. Flavors are typical and good, but the super cool thing is that they have created flavor combinations that will melt your tastebuds.
Prices seemed fine to me. I’m a happy camper and will be back soon.

The crowds don’t lie. I’ve had the same snowcone/​snowball twice from Sweet Caroline’s. The Texas Two-​Step, which has cherry and cola flavoring, doesn’t taste like a cherry coke, but like cola syrup and cherry drizzled over super-​finely ground ice. In other words, all of the flavor of a cherry coke without the carbonated bloat.
I’d come back more often, but the crowds of soccer moms using this as a daytime detour for their kids keeps me away. The terminal bachelor in me has found my Kryptonite — large crowds of little kids.

Quite a fan of snow cones. My benchmark was Poor Leonard’s Raspas in Houston (RIP). Had a pomegranate/​lemonade snow cone. The ice is fine but not super soft.(I personally like it with some grit in it). The flavors were quite good together and not overly sweet. The lemonade flavor had a strange floral/​perfume taste to it that I could’t put my finger on and the pomegranate was subtle but pretty spot on — it’s a cherry flavor for adults. And perfect ice/​syrup ratio. I’ll be back.

Awesome flavors, awesome service. They even have dog friendly treats! The Hawaiian Wedding was soooo good. Get it «Stuffed» with Blue Bell ice cream and you’ll be set.

The snow cones with condensed milk are really good yummmm

Ok, so we have been back to Caroline’s several times this year and I have to say, waaaay better! I don’t know what they did, but it’s great. The ice is perfectly shaved to a smooth consistency, the watermelon/​peach flavors were not too sweet and my daughter’s tiger’s blood was appropriately candy sweet for her taste.
My only comment would be more chairs. It’s generally hard to get a seat and I hate sitting on the curb (ants).

Ok so I went the other day and paid TEN dollars for two large 20 oz. shaved ice cups… and they weren’t even that good. They barely had any flavor in them… mostly ice. I was super disappointed. Unfortunately its the closest snowcone stand nearby… next time I“ll take the time to travel to East side or Round Rock to get a decent snowcone. This place is overrated. Go to other snowcone stands, like the one at Fiesta or off of 51^st & Airport & compare… you’ll see the difference.

This place is A-​Ok for a hot ass day. I mean, how can you screw up a snow cone any way?! It’s just ice and overly sweet syrup after all.
Peach flavor was delicious, as was the Root Beer + cream. Anderson Cooper (Silver Fox) flavor confused me, but I was pleased to see such classics as Tiger’s Blood and Ninja Turtle on the menu. Talk about nostalgia!
Last time I was there, a landscaping crew was building a sidewalk/​enhanced snow cone experience. I can’t wait to walk on that glorious sidewalk before/​after enjoying a nice cold treat.
Sweet Caroline’s is the first place that has ever offered me a straw with my snow cone and it blew my mind. Props to you and your practical ways, Caroline!

Fun looking and tasty! And the 78 757 neighbourhood has finally acquired a funky trailer! Woohoo!
Ok, I had the «incredible hulk» which looks neon green and tastes good. Very refreshing on a summer night.
Next time I’ll go for the small size: by the time I made it to the bottom of the cup there was more or less a inch or two of syrup left. Maybe they’re still getting the ratios right.
The couple working the stand when I got there were very friendly.

mmmophm mmm slurp oh yeah, fine ice, lot o’ syrup, lots o’ choices, creative specialties. Yes. I have my standard straight one flavor with cream, but hubby likes the specialties with an ice cream stuffer. We are neither disappointed and this is our go to place after an afternoon of hot yard work still.

I’m not even a big sno-​cone fan but I can’t stop thinking about the next time I can eat one from Sweet Caroline. The ice is shaved super fine, the syrup doesn’t taste too syrup-​y and the sweet cream is drooooool… The the «Sweet Caroline» flavor, it’s perfect for summer.

Great location. The whole shaved ice thing is great. However, I felt like the prices were a bit steep for the sizes of the cups. The atmosphere is really cool and love the fact that they have more than 4 chairs for people to sit and relax. Also, the staff were very friendly. I would definitely try it again.

Snow’s are OK. Ice isn’t great and juice is sometimes watery. That would take it to 3-​stars. But heck, I just went there and was told I needed to wait 15 minutes for them to count their tills during a shift change. Freaking UNREAL!!!
So don’t go Saturday’s between 4:30 and 5 pm – if you catch ‘em at the wrong time you can wait a long time!

I was biking along Mesa when suddenly this bright green trailer caught my eye! Of course I had to stop and investigate, and boy am I glad that I did.
These are snow cones of the highest quality. Perfectly textured ice, paired with all kinds of delicious flavors. I kept it simple with a Strawberry Cream, and it was not too heavy, not too light, just unbelievably satisfying.
There’s lawn chairs under the shady trees, the staff are very friendly, and kids love the place. If you’re in the neighborhood, and you’re looking for a refreshing treat, I don’t think you can do better than this.

As an avid sno-​coner I felt obligated to write up a review. I’ve tried dozens of snocones around Austin and this is definitely at the top of my list.
It is in the Randall’s parking lot in it’s own little corner. They have a cute swanky little trailer with plenty of shaded seating.
I’ve only been there once so cannot comment on all the flavors but I plan on fixing that soon! I had the Hawaiian Wedding and tried my friend’s Sweet Caroline and Dinosaur Egg. Mine was my favorite and absolutely delicious. The syrups weren’t super sweet so the lack of a sugar coma afterward is an added bonus! I did have cream on mine and it wasn’t too heavy.
Though I have to admit I was looking for just a little more syrup than they gave me. I’m sure like other places had I asked for extra syrup they would’ve obliged but it seems the standard is a bit on the drier side. The ice is a nice consistency. Not too fine and not too chunky.
I think a small was maybe $ 2.50 but was a pretty good size. Cash only of course but there is a Wells Fargo ATM right next to the stand.
This place is definitely in my top 3!