Summer Crab Cookout

A quintessential West Coast experience, our Summer Crab Cookout invites in-house guests to gather and enjoy the ocean’s bounty in the fresh ocean air. Set beneath old-growth trees with views of Chesterman Beach, this coastal feast is served family-style from our rustic beachside Crab Shack.

Savour seasonal salads, corn on the cob, roasted vegetables, house-made bread, and sweet, locally caught Dungeness crab & shellfish, perfect for dipping in warm butter. Finish savouring the evening with an assortment of house-made desserts. Prepared and plated family-style by our dedicated Crab Cookout Chef & Service Team.

Seasonal Salads at Summer Crab Cookout at Wickaninnish Inn
Seasonal Salads
Fresh Dungeness Crab at Summer Crab Cookout at Wickaninnish Inn
Fresh Dungeness Crab

Menu

  • 3 seasonal salads, house-made bread & butter
  • Dungeness crab, mussels, clams, corn, and potatoes (additional shellfish selections may vary depending on availability)
  • Fresh lemon
  • House-made dessert assortment
  • Non-alcoholic beverages, including coffee, tea, and hot chocolate packets
  • Optional: Hot dogs ($14) or grilled chicken breasts ($16) available for children under 12

Allergies & Dietary Restrictions

We’re happy to accommodate allergies and dietary needs whenever possible. Many items are naturally allergy-friendly, and vegetarian or vegan alternatives are available at no extra cost and must be advised of in advance. For all other special requests requiring a meal from The Pointe Restaurant or On the Rocks Bar menu, the full Crab Cookout rate will apply, along with the À La Carte cost of the selected dish, plus a $5 delivery fee, and 18% gratuity.

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Summer Crab Cookout Set Amongst Ancient Forest at Edge of Chesterman Beach
Dungeness Crab Freshly Prepared at Wickaninnish Inn Beachside Crabshack
Seasonal Salads Freshly Prepared at Wickaninnish Inn Beachside Crabshack
Crab Cookout Views Overlooking Chesterman Beach
Summer Crab Cookout Steps Away from Wickaninnish Inn by Chesterman Beach

Location

Our setting is nestled under a tree canopy directly overlooking Chesterman Beach, between our Beach Building and Henry Nolla’s Carving Shed. Prepare for a rustic experience with beach sand for a floor, the forest as a backdrop, and marvellous ocean and beach views with cushioned seating and umbrellas in place for any late afternoon or early evening mist.

Reservations

Join us for our Summer Crab Cookout, offered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings from Friday, June 27 to Friday, August 29. Seating begins at 5:00 pm, with additional seatings every 15 minutes until our final seating at 7:00 pm.

This laid-back oceanside experience includes a full meal of fresh Dungeness crab, non-alcoholic beverages, and dessert. Pricing is $115 per adult and $65 per child (ages 3–12), plus tax and gratuity. As this is a rustic, outdoor event, there’s no dress code - just come as you are, ready to relax and savour.

The Summer Crab Cookout is exclusively for guests of the Inn, and advance reservations are required. To request your preferred date, simply complete the form below - we’ll take care of the rest.

Please note: Outside beverages are not permitted.

View from Summer Crab Cookout Overlooking Chesterman Beach
Views of Chesterman Beach

Contact Us

Have questions? We're here to help. Give us a call at 250-725-3106, email us at , or simply fill out the form below - we’ll be in touch within 48 hours.

Once your Summer Crab Cookout request form is received, a member of our Pointe Restaurant Host Team will reach out using your preferred contact method to share current availability. When your booking is finalized, we’ll send an official dinner confirmation email for your records.

Please note: submitting a request form does not guarantee a confirmed reservation. If you haven’t yet received a confirmation email, your Crab Cookout booking is still pending.