Gray Whale Ice Cream & Delicatessen — Restaurant in Ucluelet

If you’re up at the crack of dawn, this is your place! The Gray Whale is our quintessential coffee scene; fishers heading out on the boats, local council members chatting up residents, small business owners with big ideas putting their plans in place, and neighbours from all walks of life. Smash that fun local vibe together with folks heading out for harbour tours or grabbing an ice cream and you have a great mix of tourists and locals.

Well stocked with all sorts of Knick-knacks and gifts, chocolates, and crafts. Their sausage roll selection is where it’s at, but the grab and go bakery has pretty much every snack you need. Fast and friendly service for a morning coffee that leaves you smiling.

If you’re a sticker collector, check out their great selection of hard-to-find Ucluelet designs. They have some great sticker...

Gray Whale Ice-Cream & Deli is great on many scores — good service, good food & yummy ice-cream — but it really stands out for its hours. Depending which time of year, it opens early — indeed very early in summer where it is open at 5 am. Most months it is 6am, which is still a nice & convenient start time. This very early time can be perfect for those of inclination or demand. As Ucluelet is an ocean village with many needing to make an early start to catch a scheduled ferry or the like, Gray Whale is a...

From the very first bite, it's clear that this place has mastered the art of sandwich-making. Each sandwich boasts a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, making every bite a delight. And just when you think the experience couldn’t get any better, their desserts sweep in and steal the show. The perfect culmination to an already outstanding meal, the desserts are the epitome of sweetness and indulgence. A must-visit for anyone looking to treat...