Last Chance Sandwich

Last Chance Sandwich is a seasonal deli-café and mercantile in La Prairie, about 2 km from Cape Breton Highlands National Park. It’s a handy breakfast or lunch stop if you want made-from-scratch sandwiches before the Cabot Trail, or food to take into the park. The menu lists picnic bundles for two or four, along with breakfast biscuits and burritos, salads, baked goods, and rotating vegan choices. Almost all sandwiches can be made gluten-free.

You can grab something from the case, eat indoors or on the covered deck, and browse locally made goods, vintage finds, and road-trip snacks. Some visitors may find it pricey for a quick lunch, so think of it as a proper food stop rather than the cheapest bite on the drive.

The giant driftwood pickle outside is Pierre Pickles, a folk-art carving by William Roach. It stands over six feet tall and weighs about 350 pounds. The mascot began as a sketch; Roach carved an earlier pickle, Claude Cornichon, as a prototype before making Pierre. Give him a look before heading back onto the trail.

The shop is outside the park, in La Prairie. It follows a seasonal schedule, so check current hours before making a dedicated stop. It has indoor seating and a covered deck, and it’s listed as wheelchair accessible; confirm specific access needs with the business. Free parking is reported at the lot and on the street, though accounts differ on how easy it is to find a space.