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Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Popular Aina Haina shave ice shop closes after 30 years
STAR-ADVERTISER / AUGUST 2017 Uncle Clay's House of Pure Aloha, a popular shave shop in Aina Haina, closed Monday after nearly 30 years in business. Business partners Clayton Chang, left, and Bronson Chang, are seen in this 2017 photo at their Ala Moana Center location, which closed in 2021. STAR-ADVERTISER / AUGUST 2017 Uncle Clay's House of Pure Aloha, a popular shave shop in Aina Haina, closed Monday after nearly 30 years in business. Business partners Clayton Chang, left, and Bronson Chang, are seen in this 2017 photo at their Ala Moana Center location, which closed in 2021. Uncle Clay's House of Pure Aloha, a popular shave ice shop in Aina Haina, closed its doors Monday after nearly 30 years in business. A long line of customers visited the shop on its last day of business Monday for their favorite combination of shave ice, and to bid farewell to its namesake and longtime owner Clayton Chang, or 'Uncle Clay.' The closure had been announced earlier this year, with no plans for another location. 'While our beloved House is closing, the spirit of Pure Aloha will live on—in the relationships we've built, the memories we've created, and the lessons we've learned, ' said the business in a statement posted online. 'It has been an honor of a lifetime to serve – our team, guests, and community – while pursuing our heartfelt dreams. We are proud of the impact our sincere efforts have made – from big and small to seen and unseen ways – by creating a space dedicated to our vision of 'One World 'Ohana Living Pure Aloha.'' Chang bought the former business, 'Doe Fang, ' a neighborhood candy shop in 1996, ran it for 14 years and then renamed it Uncle Clay's House of Pure Aloha in 2011. Chang teamed up with his nephew, Bronson Chang, to offer all-natural, homemade and handcrafted shave ice with fresh fruits—and at one point, opened a new store at Ala Moana Center. Don 't miss out on what 's happening ! Stay in touch with breaking news, as it happens, conveniently in your email inbox. It 's FREE ! Email 28141 Sign Up By clicking to sign up, you agree to Star-Advertiser 's and Google 's and. This form is protected by reCAPTCHA. The Ala Moana Center store, citing struggles exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. In answers to frequently asked questions posted online, the business said the decision to close in Aina Haina was due to a 'multifaced list of reasons ' but that the business and operating model became increasingly unsustainable. In the meantime, the business is planning to finish its 'One World 'Ohana ' project, a commemorative book about the shop and its legacy. A closing is scheduled for this Saturday and Sunday. 2 Comments By participating in online discussions you acknowledge that you have agreed to the. An insightful discussion of ideas and viewpoints is encouraged, but comments must be civil and in good taste, with no personal attacks. If your comments are inappropriate, you may be banned from posting. Report comments if you believe they do not follow our. Having trouble with comments ? .
Yahoo
08-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Beloved ʻĀina Haina shaved ice spot closing at end February
HONOLULU (KHON2) — ʻĀina Haina residents and visitors will say a final mahalo to Uncle Clay's House of Pure Aloha, a beloved shaved ice spot known for its vibrant and all-natural homemade closure marks the end of nearly three decades of servicing the East Honolulu community, sharing classic Hawaiian shaved-ice flavors since 2011. Uncle Clay's dream began at just five years old when he was determined to own the former crack seed and candy shop 'Doe Fang.' He accomplished his goal in 1996. Popular all-you-can-eat McCully restaurant to close in February Doe Fang was later reimagined into 'Uncle Clay's House of Pure Aloha' to bring shaved ice to the next level. Even though every journey must end, HOPA hopes to continue to share that Pure Aloha does not come to an end. 'We are proud of the impact our sincere efforts have made–from big and small to seen and unseen ways–by creating a space dedicated to our vision of 'One World 'Ohana Living Pure Aloha,' Uncle Clay and his nephew, Bronson, shared in a social media post. Top 10 best New Orleans inspired foods for Hawaiʻi's Big Game parties this weekend Uncle Clay and Bronson paid special tribute to everyone in the community who made Uncle Clay's what it is today. Our community of supporters–locals and visitors, keiki to kupuna, and from every walk of life–who have enjoyed our special treats and shared sincere smiles and sentiments. Day by day, through every season, you encouraged and empowered this Pure Aloha small business, dream, and calling to be and become what it is today. You all made this possible. Uncle Clay and Bronson, co-owners of Uncle Clay's House of Pure Aloha The business announced its final day of service is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 24 Hawaiʻi's top 10 to do, see, eat at Punahou Carnival this weekend Until then, they will celebrate their final month through 'Pure Aloha Forever: Celebrating Uncle Clay's HOPA,' to honor the legacy, impact and make way for new possibilities. Check out more news from around Hawaii 'From the bottom of our hearts, MAHALO NUI LOA for being part of this incredible journey. May we come together to complete this chapter with love, gratitude and joy, and carry the spirit of Pure Aloha into the future.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
