Overview

Sweet Whale is a charming ice cream shop nestled in the corner of Maroubra’s lively Marine Parade. This cozy spot offers a refreshing oasis, especially on hot days, providing a delightful variety of icy treats that stand out for both quality and creativity. From their Sparkling Series featuring unique flavors like Bluemagic and Superfruit to the Whale Special selection with playful names such as Mermaid's Tears and Crazy Bubble Gum, there is a sense of fun and innovation in every scoop.

Aside from classic ice cream, Sweet Whale also excels with its tea offerings, particularly their Jasmin Green Tea and Assam Black Tea, which have received praise for their refreshing and chilled qualities. These beverages complement the ice cream perfectly, making it an ideal spot for those wanting a cool treat or a calming tea experience by the beach.

The atmosphere at Sweet Whale is inviting and quaint, with friendly staff enhancing the warm community feel. Customers describe the space as adorable and appreciate the generous portion sizes, which add value without overwhelming complexity. While the signage could be more prominent to better catch the eyes of passersby, this hidden gem remains a favorite among locals and visitors who seek a laid-back spot with great flavors.

Sweet Whale’s main strength lies in its balanced blend of inventive flavors and straightforward enjoyment, catering to a diverse audience—from families and beachgoers to ice cream enthusiasts looking for novel experiences. Its location near the shore offers the perfect backdrop to relax and savor the sweet creations, making it a must-visit on a warm day or whenever you crave a playful, refreshing dessert.


Amenities & Services

Popular for
Solo dining
Offerings
Coffee
Atmosphere
Casual

What Customers Say

saimyukta pai
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Tucked away in the corner at Maroubra! A must try for sure. Lovely chilled green tea varieties. A big saviour on this hot hot day!! Definitely will be back again. A big thumbs up
Jacqui Zdravkovski
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Really yummy ice cream!! It’ll be great if the shop had a bigger sign saying icecream or something as I’m sure so many people miss this little gem! Will def go back
Varun Naidu
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Bought a vanilla ice cream cone from this shop tucked at a corner. No regrets. Generous portion size of ice cream for 1 scoop, worth the $5 I'm spending. Friendly guy too, will come back again !
Marta Díez Pastor
Mar 26,2026
5/5
So many ice cream flavours to choose from! Milk tea was great, perfect to take it to the beach. Shop is super cute!
Froggy
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Adorable boba and gelato place in Maroubra with friendly staff and delicious tea :D
Isabella
Mar 26,2026
5/5
I got the mango ice cream and it was sooo delicious! The brown haired girl was my cashier and she was extremely nice and gave me a really big scoop which i really appreciated as it was quite a hot day.
Clodagh Schofield
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Absolutely brilliant! Huge selection of flavours (incl vegan, gluten free, and low fodmap options), quality fruit in the sorbet, and the gelato was SO GOOD. I had honeycomb and raspberry, both were incredible. It's also so nicely decorated and the owner is really kind. Highly recommend!
Brendon Harper
Mar 26,2026
4/5
Great variety of ice creams. Alas, the ice cream wasn’t cold enough. It started to melt before we left the shop. Could have been amazing but ended in a milk shake. Will visit again. Maybe it was just an off day.

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Location

Opening Hours

Monday 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Thursday 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Friday 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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