Listen, I’m not a sorbet fan. It’s fine, but a proper frozen dessert needs a creamy base, right? Otherwise it’s just juice. Enter Papalani’s sorbetto. 12 or 18 (can’t remember which, either way, plenty!) diverse flavors of vegan sorbet that are so well done you don’t miss all that fat. So good!!
Cute small gelato shop with 12 flavors of non dairy sorbetto. Unique flavors with many made from Hawaiian fruits. Tried the banana Oreo and dark chocolate sorbetto. They let you sample before buying and the owner was enthusiastic to share new flavors with us.
They had so many vegan flavours it was ice cream heaven! We tried to cold brew coffee, banana Oreo, coconut, mai tai, and pink lemonade! They lovely man serving us day one even gave us some samples when they don’t do free samples! Had to line up the next time they are so popular but so worth the wait.
Was so pleased. Lots of vegan sorbetto choices (at least 12 ). Staff were knowledgeable in pointing out what was vegan and what wasn’t. Super delicious and would highly recommend for a sweet and refreshing treat.
We figured we might find one flavor choice for vegans and instead they had a whole separate case of vegan gelato! Really yummy. Got a double dip of chocolate and banana cookies with cream.
Like everyone has said on the reviews, there are so many vegan options every day, in a dedicated non-dairy case. I had the sweet hibiscus and dark chocolate. They were 4 stars. My non-vegan companion loved and raved about the frozen drink he had. 5 stars for the incredible vegan selection and incredibly friendly service. What a great place.
They had so many vegan flavors and seemed accommodating to other diets as well which is always nice to see. They were pretty busy when we showed up so there was a bit of a wait. They have 12 vegan flavors as of December 2021. I recommend the strawberry guava!
We have been here a couple times in the last 3 years. The staff is really helpful and knowledgeable about which ice cream are vegan, have eggs etc. So many non dairy choices and everything we have tried is amazing. So creamy, just like when he had sorbetto in Italy. If on Kauai definable get dessert here.
Over 10 vegan sorbets that are really delicious! Freshly made without much fat. Dark chocolate, dark chocolate coconut, and coconut gelato are a must try! In the Poipu shopping mall. Would have loved more info on the ingredients (staff did not know what type of nut milk was used) but it is a local, great quality gelateria.
Half of their options are vegan, and not just sorbet. No vegan cones, but still totally worth the trip. I got chocolate banana gelato and coconut sorbet- it was a killer combo!
They had one side with dairy and the other side with all non-dairy options! Amazing! I thought it would just be sorbet type stuff but no - like real creamy gelato! Yay!! Heavenly!
Papalani Gelato is a cute little shop in the Poipu Shopping Village.
Our server was super nice and she allowed us to try the vegan samples before making a final choice. The flavors were really good and the portions were just right.
I had the chocolate vegan ice cream. There were at least 4 flavored to choose from.
Mine tasted like a fudgesicle- very dark chocolate flavor. The owners are super nice! A great find in Kauai!
Went almost every day while staying on the south side. The chocolate banana flavour was amazing! It's so nice to have vegan sorbet/ice cream that's sweet and chocolatey, without being reserved to only fruit sorbet. That being said, the lilikoi and POG were also really good! There's at least a dozen vegan options (half of the store), and you can sample before ordering. Flavours seem to rotate a bit.
This was DELICIOUS, especially the chocolate flavors. I was skeptical when I heard it was "dairy free," but according to everyone I asked it is completely vegan (although I'm not sure about the sugar processing). The only complaint is that you have to buy a huge portion of it to get more than 2 flavors even though they could easily fit 3 in the medium. Not a big deal.
This place was amazing! The sorbetto was so good, we went twice! The sorbetto is flavorful, creamy, and tastes so fresh. They had at least 8 different flavors to choose from! We had flavors including dark chocolate, strawberry guava, dark chocolate banana, pineapple.. they also had a sugar free option. Would highly recommend!
After a diving trip this was a great find! They had four vegan sorbet favors and they were all yummy. I got the lemon and their pog flavor which is passion fruit, blood orange and guava.
29 Reviews
First Review by Marilu
kathleen_
Points +115
Many sorbetto options - Edit
Liked the dark chocolate and POG! After sampling, passed on the sweet hibiscus and banana-oreo
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-03-04
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kindlizard
Points +1103
Just go and have fun - Edit
Be patient, be kind, and enjoy. savor the flavor!
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JoshTetreault
Points +124
Sorbet CAN be worth it! - Edit
Listen, I’m not a sorbet fan. It’s fine, but a proper frozen dessert needs a creamy base, right? Otherwise it’s just juice. Enter Papalani’s sorbetto. 12 or 18 (can’t remember which, either way, plenty!) diverse flavors of vegan sorbet that are so well done you don’t miss all that fat. So good!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-25
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Robbielb
Points +140
Local Flavors of Kauai - Edit
Cute small gelato shop with 12 flavors of non dairy sorbetto. Unique flavors with many made from Hawaiian fruits. Tried the banana Oreo and dark chocolate sorbetto. They let you sample before buying and the owner was enthusiastic to share new flavors with us.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-02-10
Pros: 12 vegan flavors , Unique variety
Cons: A bit pricey but worth it
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LucyWilkie
Points +137
Went here multiple times! - Edit
They had so many vegan flavours it was ice cream heaven! We tried to cold brew coffee, banana Oreo, coconut, mai tai, and pink lemonade! They lovely man serving us day one even gave us some samples when they don’t do free samples! Had to line up the next time they are so popular but so worth the wait.
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JPJackie
Points +146
Delicious vegan sorbettos - Edit
Loved the freezer with all the 12 vegan options! Dragonfruit-Banana was my absolute favorite! Staff was very friendly😄
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tbdawson
Points +521
So many options!! - Edit
Love that there was an entire freezer of dairy free options! I got three flavors and really enjoyed it!
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Mcarlsonlane
Points +165
Tons of vegan options - Edit
Was so pleased. Lots of vegan sorbetto choices (at least 12 ). Staff were knowledgeable in pointing out what was vegan and what wasn’t. Super delicious and would highly recommend for a sweet and refreshing treat.
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catwoman1958
Points +249
Tons of vegan options - Edit
We figured we might find one flavor choice for vegans and instead they had a whole separate case of vegan gelato! Really yummy. Got a double dip of chocolate and banana cookies with cream.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan choices, Great service
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Sarah P
Points +8529
5 stars for service and selection - Edit
Like everyone has said on the reviews, there are so many vegan options every day, in a dedicated non-dairy case. I had the sweet hibiscus and dark chocolate. They were 4 stars. My non-vegan companion loved and raved about the frozen drink he had. 5 stars for the incredible vegan selection and incredibly friendly service. What a great place.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Non-dairy in its own (large) section , Super friendly service
Guest
phathousecat
Points +82
Huge selection - Edit
They had so many vegan flavors and seemed accommodating to other diets as well which is always nice to see. They were pretty busy when we showed up so there was a bit of a wait. They have 12 vegan flavors as of December 2021. I recommend the strawberry guava!
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lauraboehne
Points +84
Delicious - Edit
Fantastic gelato with non dairy sorbetto
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-11-02
Pros: Lots of non dairy and gluten free options avail, Delicious
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marriedavegan
Points +450
So Delicious - Edit
We have been here a couple times in the last 3 years. The staff is really helpful and knowledgeable about which ice cream are vegan, have eggs etc. So many non dairy choices and everything we have tried is amazing. So creamy, just like when he had sorbetto in Italy. If on Kauai definable get dessert here.
Read morePros: Lots of choices, Staff is great
Cons: Pricy but everything in Hawaii is, Very popular so often a line
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evee
Points +32
Many vegan options of delicious sorbets! - Edit
Over 10 vegan sorbets that are really delicious! Freshly made without much fat. Dark chocolate, dark chocolate coconut, and coconut gelato are a must try! In the Poipu shopping mall. Would have loved more info on the ingredients (staff did not know what type of nut milk was used) but it is a local, great quality gelateria.
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vaz
Points +1638
excellent sorbets - Edit
Very good sorbets and huge variety!
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Conniemm
Points +1627
So many choices! - Edit
We had to stop here after having lunch next door at Island Taco. They have an entire CASE of vegan options to choose from!
Read moreI opted for the banana chocolate and it did not disappoint. The cake cones are vegan.
The guy behind the counter told us their vegan gelatos are water-based. Careful though, it melts quickly and can get quite drippy!
Pros: So many choices, Sit outside under giant tree
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soy_decaf_latte
Points +247
Vegan Gelato - 'nuf said! - Edit
The gelato was great, and there were many flavors to choose from. The price per scoop goes down the more scoops you have. Just saying.
Read morePros: Great texture and taste
Cons: They still sell the other stuff
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Dr.G
Points +253
so many options! - Edit
Half of their options are vegan, and not just sorbet. No vegan cones, but still totally worth the trip. I got chocolate banana gelato and coconut sorbet- it was a killer combo!
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Whatresonates
Points +40
Great vegan options! - Edit
I got the chocolate banana and strawberry guava. So good!
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NickiPT
Points +196
so awesome. - Edit
They had one side with dairy and the other side with all non-dairy options! Amazing! I thought it would just be sorbet type stuff but no - like real creamy gelato! Yay!! Heavenly!
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myra975
Points +1755
Papalani Gelato - Poipu Shopping Village - Edit
Papalani Gelato is a cute little shop in the Poipu Shopping Village.
Read moreOur server was super nice and she allowed us to try the vegan samples before making a final choice. The flavors were really good and the portions were just right.
We plan to visit again soon.
Pros: Vegan Options, Friendly Staff, Clean
Guest
Superveganmom
Points +53
Yum-o!! - Edit
I had the chocolate vegan ice cream. There were at least 4 flavored to choose from.
Read moreMine tasted like a fudgesicle- very dark chocolate flavor. The owners are super nice! A great find in Kauai!
Pros: Several flavored to choose from., Nice atmosphere, Free samples
Cons: None
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silverwhale
Points +80
YUM - Edit
Went almost every day while staying on the south side. The chocolate banana flavour was amazing! It's so nice to have vegan sorbet/ice cream that's sweet and chocolatey, without being reserved to only fruit sorbet. That being said, the lilikoi and POG were also really good! There's at least a dozen vegan options (half of the store), and you can sample before ordering. Flavours seem to rotate a bit.
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sereniteameow
Points +29
Must try! - Edit
This was DELICIOUS, especially the chocolate flavors. I was skeptical when I heard it was "dairy free," but according to everyone I asked it is completely vegan (although I'm not sure about the sugar processing). The only complaint is that you have to buy a huge portion of it to get more than 2 flavors even though they could easily fit 3 in the medium. Not a big deal.
Read morePros: yummy, vegan, chocolate
Cons: limited size selection, somewhat expensive
Guest
xbleedcurrentx
Points +585
Loved this place!! - Edit
This place was amazing! The sorbetto was so good, we went twice! The sorbetto is flavorful, creamy, and tastes so fresh. They had at least 8 different flavors to choose from! We had flavors including dark chocolate, strawberry guava, dark chocolate banana, pineapple.. they also had a sugar free option. Would highly recommend!
Read morePros: Many flavors, Inexpensive, Delicious
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babcocklori945
Points +146
Love the passion fruit! - Edit
Yummy! So refreshing to get good sorbet after being at the beach!
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njhassinger945
Points +104
Delicious! - Edit
After a diving trip this was a great find! They had four vegan sorbet favors and they were all yummy. I got the lemon and their pog flavor which is passion fruit, blood orange and guava.
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