value: 22242 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 18m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Woking Dragon Chop Suey House is a family-owned Chinese restaurant chain operating since 2003, offering modern western-style Chinese cuisine with a nod to traditional recipes. The Maple Ridge location sits on Dewdney Trunk Road and is one of three Lower Mainland locations. It has earned recognition as a favourite Chinese restaurant in the Tri-Cities area.

value: Woking Dragon Chop Suey House

detail: Website states: 'Some menu items are able to be made Vegan & Gluten-Free'

signal: western-style Chinese chop-suey house; ~$15-24pp

wow_evidence: one of three Lower Mainland locations


source: enrichment

value: 306 Fern Road East, Qualicum Beach, BC

blurb: Working studio of wildlife carver Del C. Mark; soapstone and antler pieces.

category: Attractions

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Stone Cottage Gallery is a working artist's studio and gallery in Qualicum Beach showcasing wildlife sculptures and carvings by award-winning Canadian artist Del C. Mark, who brings over 50 years of outdoor experience to lifelike depictions of BC wildlife in soapstone, alabaster, and antler. Subjects range from black bears and orca whales to herons and jumping salmon, carved from materials including Brazilian Soapstone and African Wonderstone. Located just a short distance from uptown Qualicum Beach, it offers cycling tourists a distinctive glimpse into fine craft art rooted in the natural world of Vancouver Island.

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: neutral

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: art-culture

value: Stone Cottage Gallery

origin: osm

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: free

confidence: medium

label: Free

signal: Small local artist gallery, no admission price stated

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

tier: info

wow_evidence: Working artist studio/gallery — 50-year wildlife carver in soapstone and antler; watchable working studio edges above ordinary gallery.


value: 2255 Burrard Street, Vancouver, V6J 3H9

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 29m; stands (12 spaces) at 38m; stands (7 spaces) at 41m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 75m; stands (4 spaces) at 88m; stands (9 spaces) at 88m. Total: 42 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Vancouver

value: Gateau de Henry is a dessert cafe on Burrard Street run by Henry Shin, a former Korean national representative at the World Pastry Cup and holder of a French National Technician License in pastry. The cafe fuses Korean flavors into classic French pastry techniques, producing an unusual lineup of cakes, macarons, Korean rice bowls, and sandwiches. Touring cyclists will find both sweet and savory options, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices.

value: Gateau de Henry

source: osm

detail: Menu page explicitly lists 'Vegan Vegetarian Gluten-Free' category sections; includes Vegan Chocolate cake, vegetarian sandwiches (Avocado & Tomato), and GF-labeled items

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Café / Coffee

tier: welcoming


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 11 spaces.

category: Groceries

community: Mission

value: Petro-Canada

origin: chain

ownership: Buy Canadian

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 4253 Fraser Street

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 20m; stands (3 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (3 spaces) at 41m; stands (3 spaces) at 48m; stands (3 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (3 spaces) at 73m; stands (3 spaces) at 81m; stands (3 spaces) at 91m; stands (3 spaces) at 100m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: Aling Ening is a Filipino restaurant on Fraser Street in Vancouver. The venue serves as a meal stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Aling Ening Restaurant

band_key: casual

confidence: low

label: Casual

signal: Filipino; ~$14-22pp

source: judgement

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 2502 Maple Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 31m; rack (6 spaces) at 41m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 46m; rack (6 spaces) at 49m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 70m; rack (5 spaces) at 82m. Total: 31 spaces.

value: Blenz Coffee

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: chain 'blenz'


value: 3030 Pandosy Street

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 32m; lockers (secure) at 32m.

community: Kelowna

value: The Canadian Brewhouse

signal: Canadian Brewhouse sports bar chain; ~$18-26pp

region: Thompson Okanagan


value: 1171 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6E8

category: Accommodation

value: Coast Capri Hotel is a full-service hotel on Harvey Avenue — one of Kelowna's main cross-city routes — making it a practical base for touring cyclists exploring Okanagan wine country, downtown waterfront, and nearby parks. The hotel offers on-site dining at Vintners Restaurant and a Coffeecopia coffee bar in the lobby, plus a seasonal heated outdoor pool. Its location near Capri Centre Mall keeps a range of services within easy reach for cyclists resupplying or resting between legs.

value: Coast Capri Hotel Kelowna

detail: Vintners Restaurant on site; Coffeecopia Gourmet Coffee Bar in lobby

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Coast Capri full-service on Harvey Ave; $150-200

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: seasonal heated outdoor pool


value: 4317 Blenkinsop Rd, Victoria, BC

community: Saanich

value: Madrona Farm is a long-running organic farm at the foot of Mt. Doug, just minutes from downtown Victoria, operating under The Land Conservancy and selling freshly harvested produce at a roadside veggie stand. The farm grows over 105 varieties of vegetables and 35 varieties of fruit across all four seasons, with staff picking the morning of each market day and washing produce on-site. A touring cyclist would find an exceptional selection of fresh local vegetables and fruit in a working farm setting.

value: Madrona Farm

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 3367 - 12th Street, PO Box 370, Houston, BC V0J 1Z0

blurb: The world's largest fly rod, Houston's 1980s roadside landmark beside Highway 16.

community: Houston

value: Houston's signature roadside landmark, this oversized fishing rod was conceived in the 1980s when BC tourism promoters encouraged small towns to build eye-catching monuments to put themselves on the map. Local fly fisherman Warner Jarvis championed the idea at a Chamber of Commerce workshop, and the result is a free, publicly accessible outdoor sculpture that has become a regional curiosity. Touring cyclists passing through Central BC on Highway 16 will find it a memorable photo opportunity in the community of Houston.

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: low

kid_friendly: yes

planning: walk-up

setting: outdoor

theme: landmark

value: Worlds Largest Fly Rod

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: roadside landmark, free

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Ground-truth anchor (3: 'quirky, local colour, fun'); Houston's signature 1980s roadside monument. Dupe winner (matches ground-truth name).


value: 1782 Kings Road

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 89m.

blurb: Free community garden on Kings Road.

community: Victoria

value: Spirit Garden is a free-access community garden in Victoria managed by the City. Located on Kings Road, it offers a peaceful green-space stop for touring cyclists passing through the neighbourhood.

theme: nature

value: Spirit Garden

ownership: Public

signal: osm fee=no

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Free city community garden; thin record.


value: 9470 Scott Road, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: A restaurant and lounge in Surrey providing dine-in service.

value: Mahek Restaurant & Lounge

signal: restaurant & lounge; ~$18-28pp


value: 3431 Happy Valley Road

community: Langford

value: Happy Valley Market is a convenience store located on Happy Valley Road in the Victoria area of British Columbia. Situated on a rural road corridor west of Langford, it serves the local community and any cyclists passing through this semi-rural stretch. Its specific offerings and facilities are not documented in available sources.

value: Happy Valley Market


value: Squamish-Lillooet, BC V0N 1L0, Canada

bike_access: rough

character: destination

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

category: Camping

community: D'Arcy

source: camping

value: Two tent pads on a forested point jutting into Blackwater Lake, reached by a 100m walk-in trail off a gravel forest service road; the setting offers great lake views and a small canoe launch, but the approach involves active logging traffic.

value: Blackwater Lake Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 19950 Willowbrook Drive, Langley, V2Y 1K9

community: Langley

value: The Chopped Leaf is a Canadian chain founded in 2009, specializing in fresh salads, wraps, bowls, and sandwiches with a focus on making greens feel like comfort food. This location is on Willowbrook Drive in Langley, convenient for cyclists passing through the Township. The menu emphasizes customizable, produce-forward meals that could appeal to riders looking for a lighter, nutritious stop.

value: The Chopped Leaf

signal: Chopped Leaf fast-casual chain; ~$12-15

wow_evidence: Canadian chain founded in 2009… 124+ locations across Canada


value: 1352 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2H8

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 14m; stands (3 spaces) at 21m; stands (3 spaces) at 22m; stands (3 spaces) at 28m; stands (3 spaces) at 36m; hoop (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (3 spaces) at 54m; stands (3 spaces) at 62m; hoop (2 spaces) at 63m; hoop (6 spaces) at 76m; hoop (6 spaces) at 77m; lockers (2 spaces, secure) at 82m; hoop (4 spaces) at 82m; stands (6 spaces) at 82m; stands (4 spaces) at 86m; stands (3 spaces) at 88m. Total: 56 spaces, 2 secure.

community: North Vancouver

value: Roma Italian Ristorante is a casual Italian restaurant on Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver, turning out handmade pizza from a wood-fired oven alongside fresh pasta prepared from scratch by a seasoned chef. The space blends rustic and modern design and is set up for everything from walk-in lunches to private group events and off-site catering. A touring cyclist will find a sit-down meal with full table service, online ordering for pickup, and delivery partnerships for off-bike days.

value: Roma Italian Ristorante

signal: Italian, wood-fired pizza + house pasta; ~$18-28pp


value: #30 - 2070 Harvey Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 8P8

value: Pearsons European Deli is a family-run breakfast-and-lunch cafe on Harvey Ave in Kelowna, operated by Red Seal Chef Stephanie Schoales and her husband Landon, who took over from the founding Pearson family after 30 years. The deli is known for hearty, house-made European-style food including build-your-own sandwiches, daily soups, and deli salads. Cyclists rolling through Kelowna will find a broad midday menu with vegan and vegetarian options and online ordering available.

value: Pearsons Deli

detail: Menu lists a dedicated 'Vegan Feature' (Mediterranean Wrap) and marks soups as '(veg)'; multiple salad and vegetarian sandwich options are present throughout the menu

signal: Deli; hot sandwiches $13.50, daily feature $15.99, breakfast $7.50–$13.50

wow_evidence: operated by Red Seal Chef Stephanie Schoales … who took over from the founding Pearson family after 30 years


value: 463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wall_loops (9 spaces) at 54m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Hotel Grand Pacific is a 10-storey full-service hotel on Belleville Street in downtown Victoria, steps from the Inner Harbour and the BC Legislature. The property offers multiple on-site dining venues, an Athletic Club, and event facilities, making it one of the more substantial independent hotels in the city core. Touring cyclists will find it centrally placed for exploring Victoria's extensive waterfront cycling routes.

value: Hotel Grand Pacific

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: full-service Inner Harbour hotel with athletic club; $250-330

wow_evidence: one of the more substantial independent hotels in the city core... steps from the Inner Harbour and the BC Legislature


value: 3451 Montague Road

community: Montague Harbour

value: The Crane and Robin is a seasonal dine-in restaurant tucked into Montague Harbour Marina on Galiano Island, serving sustainably caught BC seafood, pasture-raised meats from Berryman Farms on the Saanich Peninsula, and a menu heavily weighted toward vegan and gluten-free options. It draws a mix of boaters, hikers, and cyclists visiting the Gulf Islands, operating on a strictly first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. The setting at the marina means cyclists arriving via the Galiano ferry land in easy riding distance.

value: The Crane and Robin

detail: FAQ states takeout is case-by-case: not reliably available in high season due to dine-in demand, but possible in shoulder seasons or slower days

detail: FAQ explicitly confirms: 'All of our vegetarian items are vegan, only the sandwiches contain gluten.' Menu marks V and GF items throughout including salads, tacos, soups, and sandwiches

signal: Mains $20–25: tacos, salads, sandwiches; casual first-come-first-served


value: 10355 152 Street, Surrey, BC (Guildford Town Centre Food Court)

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 71m.

value: Jamaican Mi Juicy is a Jamaican street-food concept in Surrey, BC, serving signature jerk chicken, curry goat, oxtail, and escovitch fish alongside 100% natural smoothies. The recipes, including the house jerk sauce, were created by founder Anthony Cross. The business operates as both a stand and a food truck, evoking a Caribbean market atmosphere with music and ethnic décor.

value: Jamaican Mi Juicy

detail: Website presents a counter-service menu with individually packaged items consistent with takeout-only operation

detail: Website explicitly lists a Vegan Jamaican Patty option: 'Comes in 3 Flavors: Beef, Chicken or Vegan'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

wow_evidence: Jamaican street-food concept... recipes including the house jerk sauce were created by founder Anthony Cross


value: 4411 32 Street, Vernon, BC V1T 9G8

community: Vernon

value: The Prestige Vernon Hotel is a full-service hotel situated across from Vernon Square Shopping Centre in Vernon, BC, and is part of the family-owned Prestige Hotels & Resorts chain spanning 19 locations across British Columbia. The property offers a range of room types from standard kings and queens to multi-level loft suites with kitchenettes, catering to both business and leisure travellers. It sits within easy reach of Vernon's beaches, parks, golf courses, and ski resorts, making it a practical base for cyclists exploring the Okanagan region.

value: Prestige Hotel

detail: Website amenities list explicitly includes 'Guest Laundry Machines'

detail: On-site restaurant listed as a hotel feature ('Restaurant') on the overview amenities list

signal: Prestige full-service hotel, Vernon; $150-200

detail: Website amenities list explicitly includes 'Secure Bike and Ski Storage Room'

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: Secure Bike and Ski Storage Room is explicitly listed as a hotel feature


value: 1261 BC-3, Fernie, V0B 1M0

community: Fernie

ownership: Global chain

region: Kootenay Rockies


value: 180 5th Street, Courtenay, BC V9N 1J4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: bollard at 24m.

community: Courtenay

value: Delicado's Deli is a funky, high-energy southwestern cafe and deli serving food prepared fresh daily, including wraps, burritos, enchiladas, homemade soups, and fresh salads. An on-site mini-market stocks specialty hot sauces, freshly made salsas, and hummus, making it convenient for cyclists wanting to restock trail provisions. The Courtenay outlet is one of three BC franchise locations and offers both dine-in and takeout.

value: Delicado's

detail: Menu includes veggie roll-up (avocado, beans, tomato), falafel roll-up, garden medley (all-veggie), veggie Thai option, and oil-free hummus in the mini-market

signal: Entree prices $12–$13; 'reasonably priced' positioning; deli/casual format

wow_evidence: one of three BC franchise locations


value: 262 Rainbow Road, Ganges, BC V8K 2M3

blurb: Salt Spring's public indoor pool on Rainbow Road.

community: Ganges

value: Rainbow Road Aquatic Centre is a public swimming facility on Salt Spring Island, operated by SSIPARC (Salt Spring Island Parks, Arts, Recreation & Culture) as a service of the Capital Regional District. The centre offers drop-in aquatic programs and scheduled swim sessions for island residents and visitors alike. For touring cyclists riding Salt Spring Island's famously hilly roads, it represents the island's primary public aquatic resource.

dwell: half

energy: active

facet_confidence: med

theme: recreation

value: Rainbow Road Aquatic Centre

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Public island pool; after-ride band on famously hilly roads.


value: 6660 Sooke Road

community: Sooke

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 2596 McMillan Rd, Abbotsford, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 13m; rack (3 spaces) at 78m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Ebisu Sushi is a Japanese restaurant in Abbotsford serving sushi and related cuisine. It offers online ordering, making it a convenient stop for cyclists wanting to pre-order a meal. The restaurant occupies a retail unit at 2596 McMillan Rd.

value: ebisu sushi

signal: sushi dine-in/online; ~$15-25pp


bike_access: hard

kid_friendly: no

community: Great Central

value: A trailhead staging campground deep within Strathcona Park — BC's oldest provincial park and a 250,000-hectare mountain wilderness — suited to hikers and backpackers pushing into the alpine; hard vehicle access and a short snow-free window make it a committed stop, not a casual one.

value: Trailhead Campground

ownership: Provincial park


value: 130 - 511 Campbell Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (20 spaces, covered) at 63m. Total: 24 spaces.

community: Tofino

value: Tofino Licks is an artisanal soft-serve ice cream shop in Tofino that collaborates with local restaurants and bakeries — Tacofino, Sobo, Common Loaf, and the Tofino Ucluelet Culinary Guild — to create uniquely topped sundaes using ingredients from the town's culinary scene. Their Italian-imported soft serve and sorbets are prepared in-house, with both creamy vanilla gelato and a vegan chocolate sorbet as bases. It's a well-known local stop for a sweet treat after a ride on Vancouver Island's west coast.

value: Tofino Licks

detail: Website explicitly describes vegan chocolate sorbet ('dairy free and vegan'), vegan berry sauces, and a vegan peanut butter chocolate oat bar topping

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 5325 Cordova Bay Rd., Victoria, B.C. V8Y 2L3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 18m; rack at 23m; rack at 50m.

community: Saanich

value: Adrienne's Restaurant & Tea Garden is a full-service restaurant and tea room set within the historic Mattick's Farm market on Cordova Bay Road, a property with roots going back to a roadside farm stand opened in 1957. It serves breakfast, lunch, and afternoon High Tea alongside an in-house bakery, deli counter, and ice cream parlour. The farm setting, locally-sourced and ocean-wise ingredients, and explicitly wheelchair-accessible premises make it a distinctive destination on a Saanich Peninsula cycling route.

value: Adrienne's Restaurant & Tea Garden

detail: Menu lists Vegetarian Eggs Benedict and a build-your-own vegetarian omelette; gluten-free note states 'Please ask your server regarding items made without gluten and food allergies.'

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 321 Oceanview Drive, Daajing Giids, British Columbia

community: Daajing Giids

value: The Hecate Inn is a motel and local landmark in Daajing Giids on Haida Gwaii, BC's remote island archipelago, where it has been operating for over 30 years. Rooms come with handmade furniture, full kitchens or kitchenettes, private bathrooms, and WiFi — practical features for touring cyclists who need to resupply and recover after arriving by ferry. Its location on Oceanview Drive puts it within the small community centre of Daajing Giids.

value: Hecate Inn

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: operating for over 30 years ... local landmark in Daajing Giids on Haida Gwaii


value: 22783 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge

community: Maple Ridge

value: Sushi Sama is a Japanese restaurant on Dewdney Trunk Road in Maple Ridge, serving sushi and Japanese cuisine with online ordering available. It offers a cash discount on takeout orders, making it a practical refuelling stop for cyclists riding the Dewdney Trunk corridor. The restaurant operates seven days a week.

value: Sushi Sama

signal: sushi, lunch boxes/combos; ~$15-25pp


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 86m. Total: 2 spaces.

blurb: Newton YMCA with pool and fitness facilities.

community: Surrey

value: The Tong Louie Family YMCA is a full-service community centre in Surrey's Newton neighbourhood offering fitness, aquatics, child care, and a wide range of community programs. As a YMCA facility with pool and fitness amenities, it serves residents across the South Surrey and Delta corridor. The location is wheelchair accessible per OSM records.

dwell: short

value: Tong Louie Family YMCA

wow_evidence: Full-service Y with pool — pool ladder 1/2.


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 10m; rack (5 spaces) at 26m; rack (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 9 spaces.

community: Esquimalt

value: Serious Coffee


value: 2615 Mary Hill Road, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 3B5

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Matteo's Gelato is a neighborhood Italian gelato shop on Mary Hill Road in Port Coquitlam, run by a passionate gelato maker who prepares small daily batches from traditional recipes using imported Italian ingredients. Beyond its signature gelato, the shop serves authentic espresso, specialty coffee drinks, fresh sandwiches, and artisanal chocolates, making it a full Italian cafe stop. The shop has earned strong local acclaim for flavor authenticity from reviewers with firsthand travel experience in Italy.

value: Matteo's Gelato


value: 2755 Hwy 62, Hazelton, BC, V0J 1Y0

blurb: Hazelton's rec centre: arena, gymnasium, and weight room.

community: Hazelton

value: The Upper Skeena Recreation Centre is a full-service community recreation facility in Hazelton, operated by Recreation Excellence on behalf of the Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine. Situated on Highway 62 in the remote northern BC Skeena corridor, it houses an NHL-size ice arena, full gymnasium, weight room, and cardio area. For touring cyclists passing through this isolated region, the centre offers showers, lockers, and a barrier-free drinking fountain.

value: Upper Skeena Recreation Centre

detail: Lockers available in the universal change room ('barrier free sink, toilet, shower and lockers') and implied in gendered change rooms

detail: Universal change room includes 'barrier free sink, toilet, shower and lockers'; drop-in admission is available per the FAQs page

detail: Barrier free drinking fountain listed explicitly as a building feature on the website

wow_evidence: NHL-size arena, gym, weight room; standard rec band, no pool.


value: 4125 Columbia Valley Hwy, Cultus Lake, BC V2R 5B6

community: Cultus Lake

value: Beethoven's Pizza is a well-established pizzeria located on the Columbia Valley Highway at Cultus Lake, a popular recreational destination just outside Chilliwack. The restaurant has been serving the area for over 44 years, offering dine-in and takeout pizza with a wide menu that includes vegetarian and gluten-free options. Its proximity to Cultus Lake Waterpark and the surrounding valley makes it a natural stop for cyclists riding through the Fraser Valley.

value: J. Beethoven's Pizza

detail: Menu lists multiple items tagged 'Vegetarian' (e.g. The Athenian, The Vegeterian, Spinach & Feta) and states 'We now offer gluten free Pizza! medium size only.'

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 2777 Casa Loma Road, West Kelowna, V1Z 1T6

community: West Kelowna

value: Casa Loma Lakeshore Resort is a waterfront resort property on Okanagan Lake in West Kelowna, offering self-contained suite-style accommodations managed as vacation rentals. The property features two beaches, a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub, tennis courts, communal BBQs, and boat docks, with Kalamoir Regional Park walking trails immediately nearby. It sits on a quiet lakeshore road just west of Kelowna, making it a scenic base for cycling the surrounding wine country and Okanagan rail trail.

value: Casa Loma Lakeshore Resort

signal: lakefront suite resort with beaches/pool/docks, West Kelowna; $220-300 shoulder

wow_evidence: two beaches, a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub...boat docks


value: 2961 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 4m; stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (4 spaces) at 50m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 51m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 75m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Indian Roti Kitchen bills itself as Vancouver's first East Indian roti shop, serving a focused menu of roti wraps filled with classic Indian curries — from dal and channa to butter chicken and lamb vindaloo. The Cambie Street location operates as a takeout-only spot, making it a quick and hearty refuelling option for cyclists passing through the neighbourhood. The menu features an extensive vegetarian section alongside meat and shrimp options.

value: Indian Roti Kitchen

detail: Website states 'Take-out Only'

detail: Website includes a dedicated 'Vegetarian Rotis' section with over a dozen options including Dal Pakora Roti, Channa Curry Roti, Saag Paneer Roti, and others

signal: Roti shop, take-out only, mains $13.99–18.49

wow_evidence: Vancouver's first East Indian roti shop... takeout-only spot


value: 19539 Fraser Highway, Surrey, BC V3S 6K7

value: Baik Mi Korean Restaurant is a Korean eatery on Fraser Highway in Surrey that has been operating since at least 2012, serving dishes including Jjambong (spicy seafood soup), Jjang sauce, and Kkan Pung Gi (fried chicken). Run by operator Moon Young Jang, the restaurant has maintained a current 'Low' hazard rating through regular Fraser Health Authority inspections. A touring cyclist passing through Surrey's commercial strip along Fraser Highway will find a sit-down Korean meal at this long-established local restaurant.

value: Baik Mi Korean Restaurant

signal: Korean sit-down; ~$15-24pp

wow_evidence: operating since at least 2012


character: utilitarian

community: Fording

value: A 2-site rec site on Blue Lake deep in the Elk Valley, reached via a long stretch of the Elk River FSR; the lake is calm and boat-motor-free, but the site was heavily burned in 2023 and the forested setting is significantly diminished. Free and remote, with no confirmed amenities.

value: Blue Lake Recreation Site


value: 217 1st Avenue East, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 1A8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 30m; rack at 95m.

blurb: Artists' co-op gallery near Prince Rupert's Cow Bay, carrying 40-plus regional makers.

community: Prince Rupert

value: The Ice House Artists Cooperative is a collectively run gallery and marketplace established in 2004, representing over 40 artists from Haida Gwaii to Telkwa along BC's North Coast. Located near the scenic Cow Bay waterfront in Prince Rupert, the gallery showcases handcrafted artwork, jewellery, pottery, clothing, and more. It also hosts community events including paint nights and art auctions, making it a lively cultural stop for visitors passing through.

value: The Ice House Gallery

signal: Community artist cooperative gallery; no admission price mentioned anywhere

wow_evidence: 40-artist cooperative gallery near Cow Bay with events; a notch above ordinary gallery.


value: 4904 50th Avenue North

community: Fort Nelson

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 6549 Main Street, Vancouver

value: Mary Brown's

signal: chain 'mary brown'


value: 555 Clarke Road, Coquitlam, BC V3J 3X4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: building (covered, paid) at 88m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 93m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Coquitlam

value: Donair Town is a family-run Lebanese fast-food restaurant that has been serving the Greater Vancouver area since 1993, specializing in chicken, beef, and lamb donairs alongside plates and Middle Eastern appetizers like falafel, hummus, and tzatziki. It operates four Lower Mainland locations, with the Clarke Road unit in Coquitlam being one of the original outposts. A touring cyclist passing through Coquitlam would find a filling, protein-rich meal with online and phone ordering available.

value: Donair Town

detail: Menu lists falafel, hummus and pita, tzatziki and pita, and donair salads — multiple vegetarian-suitable items

wow_evidence: family-run Lebanese fast-food restaurant that has been serving the Greater Vancouver area since 1993...four Lower Mainland locations


value: 1220 Bute Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1Z8

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 88m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: The Italians is a small, intimate Italian restaurant in Vancouver's West End where all pasta is made in-house daily and the menu stays unapologetically rooted in regional Italian tradition—dishes like Spaghetti alla Carbonara and Bucatini all'Amatriciana are prepared the authentic Roman and central-Italian way. The room has a cozy date-night atmosphere with table service, but the kitchen also handles takeout orders and full-scale catering for private events. Reviewers consistently single out the freshness of ingredients and the attentiveness of staff.

value: The Italians

detail: Customer review confirms gluten-free Alfredo available. Menu lists multiple meatless pasta dishes (Linguine al Pesto, Spaghetti all'Arrabbiata, Tagliatelle al Tartufo) and vegetarian starters (Bruschetta, Caprese, Insalata Mista). No explicit vegan claim

signal: Pasta mains $23–29; casual sit-down Italian restaurant

detail: Full-service sit-down restaurant with table service; washrooms are expected on-site (not a food truck or kiosk). No explicit description on website

wow_evidence: all pasta is made in-house daily... unapologetically rooted in regional Italian tradition


value: 8271 Westminster Highway, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 74m; rack (covered) at 76m; rack (covered) at 94m.

community: Richmond

value: Chicko Chicken


value: 891 Great Northern Way, Vancouver

value: Steve's Poké Bar

signal: Steve's Poke Bar fast-casual bowls; ~$14-16


value: 1602-4949 Canoe Pass Way, Tsawwassen, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 32m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Delta

value: Two Stones Grill is a casual grill-house restaurant inside the Tsawwassen Commons shopping centre in Delta, BC, serving a broad menu of handcrafted burgers, charcoal-broiled steaks, grilled salmon, pasta, and Mediterranean-influenced dishes alongside a full cocktail and BC wine list. The restaurant covers all three dayparts—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—making it a versatile refuelling stop for cyclists riding the Tsawwassen waterfront corridor. Catering with delivery or pickup is also available for events in the Tsawwassen/Delta region.

value: Two Stones Grill

detail: Menu confirms Veggie Burger (Life Stream brown rice patty) and other plant-compatible dishes. GF not mentioned

signal: Main entrees $15: sirloin steak, salmon, chicken souvlaki, peppercorn chicken


value: 601 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (8 spaces) at 31m; stands (8 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (8 spaces) at 53m. Total: 28 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Pizzeria Ludica is a distinctive New Westminster restaurant pairing thin-crust stone-oven pizza with hundreds of board and card games, all free to play with a meal order. Located steps from Columbia SkyTrain station, it draws locals and visitors alike with a broad game library colour-coded by complexity. The restaurant offers a separate vegan menu and accepts walk-ins, making it an accessible and unhurried stop.

value: Pizzeria Ludica

detail: Website lists a separate downloadable vegan menu (ludica_nw_vegan_menu_202405.pdf). No GF evidence found


value: 2900 Drinkwater Road

community: North Cowichan

value: Triple O's

signal: Triple O's chain (confirmed); ~$12-16


value: 664 Oliver Street, Williams Lake, V2G 1M6

community: Williams Lake

value: A mid-scale chain hotel and suites property in Williams Lake offering standard rooms, studio suites, and multi-bedroom kitchen suites across several floors. The property holds GreenStep Silver Certification for sustainability practices benchmarked against Global Sustainable Tourism Council standards, including linen-reuse, recycling, and an EcoFund contribution program. On-site amenities include an indoor pool, fitness centre, and a Denny's Restaurant with room service.

value: Sandman Hotel & Suites Williams Lake

detail: USB Charging Ports listed as an in-room amenity in the Standard Room subpage

detail: Denny's Restaurant on-site with room service available, confirmed on front page and room listings

signal: Genuine Sandman Williams Lake

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

wow_evidence: indoor pool, fitness centre


value: 5630 152 Street, Surrey

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 55m.

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'


value: 2506 Douglas Street, V8T4M1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wave (4 spaces) at 7m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Working Culture Bread is a family-run neighbourhood bakery and coffee shop in Victoria's Rock Bay area, open since 2020. They specialize in organic sourdough loaves made with just flour, water, and salt — using stone-milled BC whole grain flours — alongside rustic pastries and focaccia sandwiches. Their daily rotating bread menu and community-focused ethos make it a genuine local stop for cyclists looking for quality baked goods and a fresh coffee.

value: Working Culture Bread

detail: Sandwiches on fresh-baked sourdough focaccia (vegan, vegetarian, and meat options); made-to-order breakfast sandwiches on weekends; coffee served daily

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 545 East Island Highway, Parksville

community: Parksville

value: Smitty's is a Canadian-owned casual dining chain operating since 1960, with this Parksville location sitting on the East Island Highway — a key corridor for cyclists touring Vancouver Island. The menu centres on all-day breakfast, pancakes, and burgers, positioning it as a substantial meal stop for riders needing to refuel. As part of a well-established national chain, the restaurant offers a predictable, family-friendly dining experience.

value: Smitty's

signal: chain 'smitty'


value: 755 Goldstream Avenue, V9B 0H9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 70m. Total: 4 spaces.

blurb: Langford's Goudy library branch.

community: Langford

value: The Goudy Branch is one of the Greater Victoria Public Library's community branches, serving the Langford/Goldstream corridor in the western CRD. It offers physical and digital collections, public computers, and regular programming in a publicly accessible storefront location. For touring cyclists passing through the Westshore, it provides a quiet indoor stop with free Wi-Fi and computer access.

theme: civic

value: Goudy Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Storefront branch; ordinary band.


value: 1633 Manitoba Street, Vancouver, BC V5Y 0B8

bike_parking_detail: 20 racks within 100m: wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 7m; wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 8m; wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 12m; stands (10 spaces) at 22m; wall_loops (6 spaces, covered) at 32m; wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 33m; wall_loops (6 spaces, covered) at 40m; stands (12 spaces) at 45m; stands (12 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 55m; stands (10 spaces) at 58m; loops (4 spaces) at 67m; loops (4 spaces, covered) at 69m; loops (4 spaces, covered) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (20 spaces) at 77m; loops (4 spaces, covered) at 78m; loops (6 spaces) at 81m; stands (8 spaces) at 91m; stands (30 spaces) at 96m. Total: 152 spaces.

value: Legacy Liquor Store is Vancouver's largest privately-owned liquor store, founded in 2010 in the Olympic Village neighbourhood just off the southeast shore of False Creek near Science World. The store carries over 5,000 unique items — including hundreds of exclusives — spanning wine, spirits, beer, cider, sake, and non-alcoholic options from more than 70 countries, with staff that includes sommeliers, cicerones, and spirits specialists. A touring cyclist rolling through the False Creek Greenway corridor will find an exceptionally well-curated stop for BC craft beer, local spirits, and hard-to-find international selections, with online ordering and in-store pickup also available.

value: Legacy Liquor

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: Vancouver's largest privately-owned liquor store... over 5,000 unique items... staff that includes sommeliers, cicerones, and spirits specialists


value: 516 Yates Street, V8W 1K8

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 51m; stands (14 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: Hostel is temporarily closed for renovations (hihostels.ca). HI Victoria is a Hostelling International hostel situated in Victoria's downtown core on Yates Street, offering budget shared accommodation within walking distance of the Inner Harbour and the BC Ferries terminal at Swartz Bay via transit. As part of the global HI network it historically attracted backpackers and cycle tourers passing through southern Vancouver Island. Its central location would give cyclists convenient access to provisioning, the waterfront Galloping Goose trailhead, and onward island connections.

value: HI Victoria

label: Rock-bottom

signal: tourism=hostel

subcategory: Hostel


value: 864B 8th Street, Kamloops, V2B 2X3

community: Kamloops

value: Cheng Kwong Grocery is a neighbourhood supermarket located in Kamloops, BC, tagged in OpenStreetMap as a full supermarket. Its name suggests it may specialize in Asian grocery products, potentially offering a distinctive selection for touring cyclists resupplying in the area. The store is situated on 8th Street in Kamloops' North Shore neighbourhood.

value: Cheng Kwong Grocery

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: neighbourhood supermarket tagged in OpenStreetMap as a full supermarket


character: pleasant

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: Hemlock Valley

value: A dry-camping lake site within the fee-based West Harrison recreation system on the west shore of Harrison Lake; family-oriented and pet-friendly, but specific amenities for Wood Lake itself are not detailed in the available page text.

value: Wood Lake Campground

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: operated by Sts'ailes First Nation via the West Harrison Reservations and Camping website


value: 5368 Ski Hill Road, Fernie, BC V0B 1M6

community: Cokato

value: Fernie Slopeside Lodge sits at the base of Fernie Alpine Resort, offering true ski-in access just a two-minute walk from the lifts and one minute from the resort plaza. Accommodation ranges from cozy Standard Rooms with kitchenettes to a full Alpine Suite sleeping up to 10, catering to groups and families. Located 5 km from the town of Fernie, it serves as a practical base for exploring the Elk Valley in both winter and summer.

value: Fernie Slopeside Lodge

detail: Free guest laundry listed under Comfort & Convenience on the amenities page

detail: Griz Bar, Cirque Restaurant, Legends Restaurant, and the Slopeside Deli are all within the resort plaza, described as a one-minute walk from the lodge

detail: Mountain Pantry & Liquor Store is located next door to the lodge, carrying groceries, snacks, beer, wine, spirits, and a Starbucks coffee bar

detail: Vending machines available on site, listed under Common Spaces on the amenities page

signal: Self-positioned affordable slopeside lodge, ~$120-180


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: wave (3 spaces, covered) at 26m; rack (2 spaces) at 49m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Fresh St. Market is a BC-based grocery chain with a focus on fresh, local, and specialty foods. The Panorama Surrey location is a full-service supermarket carrying produce, meat, seafood, deli and prepared foods, bakery, and a broad selection of packaged grocery staples. It is situated on Highway 10 in a suburban strip, making it a practical resupply stop for cyclists passing through the South Surrey corridor.

value: Fresh Street Market


value: 1-612, Head St, Victoria, BC V9A 5S8

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 47m; rack at 57m; rack (3 spaces) at 63m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Esquimalt

value: Sushi Story is an authentic Japanese restaurant situated in Victoria's Vic West neighbourhood on Head Street, a short ride from the Gorge waterway and the downtown core. The restaurant offers dine-in service alongside an online ordering platform with local delivery, making it a convenient stop for cyclists looking for a Japanese meal near the waterfront.

value: Sushi Story

detail: Website prominently features 'Order Online' and a delivery/takeout service for orders over $50 within 3 km, confirming takeout is available

signal: sushi dine-in/delivery; ~$15-25pp


value: 4201 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton, BC V2A 0K4

community: Penticton

value: Lakeside Villa is an owner-operated boutique motel tucked between Skaha and Okanagan Lakes in Penticton, featuring a private on-site Nordic Spa ('Skahä Nordic') with hot/cold therapy. Renovated suites range from studios to one-bedroom units, many with full kitchens and glimpses of Skaha Lake. The property includes private access to Barefoot Beach and explicitly provides storage for bikes, kayaks, and paddleboards — a practical stop for multi-day touring cyclists in the Okanagan.

value: Lakeside Villa Inn and Suites

detail: Website lists 'Guest Laundry' under property essentials

signal: bare motel, no chain

detail: Website facilities section lists 'Bike, Kayak & Paddleboard Storage' as a named property amenity

wow_evidence: explicitly provides storage for bikes, kayaks, and paddleboards... private on-site Nordic Spa ('Skahä Nordic') with hot/cold therapy


value: 8171 Westminster Highway, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 69m; rack (14 spaces) at 78m; rack at 97m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Enjoy Cafe 1+1 is a Chinese restaurant situated on Westminster Highway in Richmond, BC. The bilingual name — rendered as 'Enjoy Cafe 1+1餐廳' on Instagram — suggests a cafe-restaurant hybrid catering to the area's large Chinese-speaking community. It sits on a busy arterial road in Richmond, a city well served by cycling infrastructure.

value: Enjoy Cafe 1+1

signal: HK-style cafe-restaurant; ~$13-22pp


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 65m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 506 Eighth Street, V9R 1B4

community: Nanaimo

value: Liquor Plus is a Vancouver Island–owned chain of full-service liquor stores founded in 2002, with eight locations across the island including this Nanaimo outpost. The stores carry an extensive selection of local and international wines, spirits, beer, and cider, with a noted emphasis on craft beer and everyday competitive pricing. For touring cyclists, it is a convenient stop to stock up on beverages in central Nanaimo.

value: Liquor Plus

detail: Retail liquor store only — no food preparation or packed lunch service


value: 1200 Summit Drive, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2C 6L2

value: Mr Mikes is a Canadian casual steakhouse chain with roots going back to 1960, offering premium steaks, burgers, pastas, salads, and shareable appetizers in a relaxed, come-as-you-are atmosphere. The Kamloops location on Summit Drive serves dine-in, takeout, and delivery, making it a solid option for a sit-down meal or a meal to go after a long day on the road. The brand prides itself on being unstuffy and welcoming to locals and tourists alike.

value: Mr Mikes


value: 1085 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (covered) at 73m; stands (covered) at 83m.

community: Vancouver

value: Cactus Club Cafe Coal Harbour is an upscale-casual chain restaurant perched at 1085 Canada Place with panoramic views of the Burrard Inlet and the North Shore mountains. The chef-driven international menu spans sushi, steaks, pastas, and handhelds alongside a full lounge and patio — making it a prominent stop along the Coal Harbour waterfront seawall. Private dining and large-group event spaces are available, and the venue hosts a daily happy hour.

value: Cactus Club Cafe

signal: chain 'cactus club'


value: 7789 18th Street, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (20 spaces) at 68m. Total: 20 spaces.

blurb: Burnaby twin-rink arena named for pioneering MLA Rosemary Brown.

value: Rosemary Brown Recreation Centre is a year-round City of Burnaby multi-sport facility anchored by two NHL-sized ice rinks seating 263 and 148 spectators respectively. The centre hosts public skating, hockey leagues, figure skating, ringette, and in the off-season converts to dry-floor sports including pickleball and lacrosse. Named after a pioneering BC politician and social activist, it functions as a busy community hub on Burnaby's south slope.

value: Rosemary Brown Recreation Centre

signal: building=civic

wow_evidence: Twin-rink municipal arena — standard rec facility.


value: 1512 Central Avenue, Grand Forks, V0H 1H0

community: Grand Forks

value: Canco


value: 981 Hornby Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 6m; stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (4 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 88m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Trish Juice is a 100% vegan juice bar and café that is part of a growing Canadian franchise, with a Downtown Vancouver outpost on Hornby Street. The menu ranges from freshly pressed juices and smoothie bowls to grilled wraps, salads, wellness shots, and baked goods. OSM tags indicate indoor seating is available, making it a plausible fuelling stop for cyclists on the Hornby Street corridor.

value: Trish Juice

detail: Website states '100% Vegan' and lists menu as 'Freshly squeezed Juice | Bubble Tea | Smoothies | Milk Shakes | Fruit & Veg Salads | 100% Vegan'


value: #110-12011 2nd Avenue Richmond, B.C., Canada V7E 3L6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack at 10m; rack at 25m; rack at 65m; rack at 76m; rack at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Ichiro Japanese Restaurant is a Japanese-owned and operated full-service restaurant in Steveston Fisherman Village, serving authentic washoku cuisine since 2006. The restaurant is notable for its exceptional sashimi quality — it is reportedly the only sushi restaurant in the Vancouver area using a specialty -60°C freezer — and imports fresh fish and Wagyu beef directly from Japan. Steveston is a well-known cycling destination in Richmond, making this a potential rest stop for cyclists exploring the Steveston waterfront.

value: Ichiro Japanese Restaurant


value: 2852 Douglas Street, Victoria, V8T 4M5

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; rack (8 spaces) at 88m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: A Sandman brand hotel located on Douglas Street in Victoria. As a mid-range hotel chain, it serves as potential overnight accommodation for touring cyclists.

value: Sandman Hotel Victoria

signal: chain 'sandman'


value: 503 Collins Rd, Bowen Island, British Columbia VON 1G1

community: Bowen Island

value: Kitoki Inn is a boutique forest retreat on Bowen Island offering bright, modern cabins and a private open-air onsen-style bathhouse, reached by ferry from Horseshoe Bay in North Vancouver. The inn is deliberately designed around digital detox and nature reconnection, with no televisions but an entertainment library of books, games, and puzzles. It operates with a two-night minimum and a fully contactless check-in process, making it a quiet, self-contained base for cyclists exploring Bowen Island.

value: Kitoki Inn

signal: Boutique cabins + onsen bathhouse, ~$300-400

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: private open-air onsen-style bathhouse


value: 1795 Beach Avenue, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (5 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: CRAFT Beer Market English Bay is a multi-level restaurant and bar perched directly on the seawall, with a heated rooftop patio overlooking English Bay beach and floor-to-ceiling windows throughout. Part of a Canadian chain rooted in the craft beer movement, it pours a broad selection of craft beers alongside a menu of fresh, locally sourced food. Its beachside location on Beach Avenue puts it squarely on one of Vancouver's busiest recreational cycling corridors.

value: CRAFT Beer Market

detail: Menu page includes a dedicated 'Plant Based & Vegetarian' section and individual items explicitly labeled Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten Aware throughout all menu categories

signal: craft-beer market, seawall; ~$20-32pp


value: 1199 Government Street, V8W 1T3

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands at 46m; stands (6 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (10 spaces) at 77m; stands (8 spaces) at 99m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Earls

signal: chain 'earls'


community: Kelowna

value: Opa


community: Remote & backcountry, Regional District of East Kootenay

value: A rustic, open, grassy site alongside the West Yahk River, sitting at the end of 25.5 km of active gravel logging road (Hawkins Main) off Highway 3. Road is relatively level but rough in spots with logging truck traffic — ride with lights on.

value: Hart Creek Recreation Site

wow_evidence: 25.5 km of active gravel logging road... logging truck traffic


community: Mill Bay

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 538 Ewen Avenue, V3M 5B8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wave at 100m.

community: New Westminster

value: Epic Grill Silogs is a small restaurant serving Chinese and Filipino cuisine, including the Filipino staple silog dishes (garlic rice with protein). It operates as a takeout-friendly spot and maintains a no-smoking environment. Touring cyclists passing through the New Westminster area may find it a quick stop for hearty, inexpensive Filipino comfort food.

value: Epic Grill Silogs + Sans Rival

signal: sit-down restaurant, no chain/cuisine signal

wow_evidence: registered domain epicsilogsgrill.com has been parked by ParkLogic.com


value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 81 Kingsley Road, Christina Lake, BC V0H 1E2

community: Christina Lake

value: Blue Mountain Lodge is a self-catering vacation property on the shores of Christina Lake, offering lodge suites, cabin rentals, cottages, and full-service RV sites on 1.5 acres less than two minutes' walk from the lake. All units are self-contained with kitchenettes, BBQs, and linens included, and the property sits within easy reach of the area's hiking and biking trails. The lodge is pet-friendly and operates a seasonal rental model from the May long weekend through Labour Day.

value: Blue Mountain Lodge

detail: FAQ lists several restaurants in and around Christina Lake: Kool Treat (burgers, fries, pizza, ice cream, bubble tea), Cascade Par 3 – Dueling Oaks (daily specials and cocktails), The Ice Creamery, and The Shack Donair + Taco Bar

detail: FAQ states 'There is the Huckleberry Market, and the Sunday Market in the summer' in Christina Lake

wow_evidence: shores of Christina Lake...easy reach of the area's hiking and biking trails


price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

value: Babine Lake Marine Park provincial park campground — 26 vehicle-accessible sites.

value: Babine Lake Marine Park

wow_evidence: provincial park campground


value: 1726 152 St, Surrey, BC V4A 4N4, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 53m.

value: Ay Chihuahua is a Mexican restaurant located in Tsawwassen, BC. It offers indoor seating in what appears to be a casual dining setting suited to a quick meal stop on a ride. As a local Mexican spot in the Tsawwassen community, it provides a hearty cuisine option for cyclists passing through or arriving via the nearby BC Ferries terminal.

value: Ay Chihuahua

signal: Mexican casual; ~$14-22pp


value: 112-100 Schoolhouse Street, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6V9

community: Coquitlam

value: Mei Le Bakery & Restaurant is a Chinese dim sum restaurant and bakery in Coquitlam, serving daily from morning through evening. The menu reflects traditional dim sum offerings alongside bakery items, making it a solid stop for cyclists looking for a hearty sit-down meal. Its location in a commercial unit on Schoolhouse Street puts it within reach of Coquitlam's cycling routes.

value: Mei Le Bakery & Restaurant Inc.

signal: Chinese dim sum & bakery restaurant; ~$15-24pp


value: 2411 KOA Road, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0

bike_access: easy

washroom_type: flush

community: Revelstoke

value: Full-service commercial resort just outside Revelstoke on the doorstep of Mount Revelstoke National Park, with tent sites, cabins, glamping domes, RV hookups, seasonal pool, and two playgrounds. A comfortable, amenity-rich base for mountain activities; expect resort pricing and a lively atmosphere.

value: Revelstoke RV & Cabin Resort

wow_evidence: tent sites, cabins, glamping domes, RV hookups, seasonal pool… laundry, washroom facilities, camp store


value: 3320 Kalum Street, V8G 2N6

blurb: Terrace's arena and sports complex.

community: Terrace

value: The Terrace Sportsplex is a municipal ice arena and sports complex operated by the City of Terrace, primarily hosting ice hockey and public skating. Located in the heart of Terrace in BC's North Coast region, it serves as a community recreation hub for residents and visitors. A touring cyclist passing through Terrace might visit for a rest stop, though its primary draw is ice-based sport rather than cycling-specific services.

value: Terrace Sportsplex

wow_evidence: Municipal arena; standard rec band.


value: 2685 Main Street, Vancouver, V5Y 2R5

bike_parking_detail: 26 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (3 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (5 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; rack (5 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 59 spaces.

value: Rollz is a Canadian rolled ice cream franchise serving Thai-style ice cream rolls prepared fresh to order, alongside milkshakes, faloodas, Belgian waffles, cheesecake, and popping soda. The Vancouver location sits on Main Street, one of three BC outposts in a growing national chain. The menu is halal-certified, making it a welcoming stop for a broad range of cyclists looking for a sweet treat.

value: Rollz

detail: Menu is dessert-only (ice cream, waffles, milkshakes, cheesecake, popping soda); no savoury or lunch items listed


value: 17630 56 Avenue, Surrey, V3S 4C3

blurb: Ride restored interurban railcars from historic Cloverdale Station.

community: Surrey

value: Cloverdale Station is a historic wooden interurban railway station in Surrey, BC, operated by the Fraser Valley Heritage Railway Society (FVHRS), a 100% volunteer-run charitable organization. Visitors can ride fully restored BC Electric Railway heritage cars along original BCER tracks through Fraser Valley farmlands, with interactive exhibits and hands-on activities at an on-site Discovery Centre. The site is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026 and hosts a popular summer music festival, making it a lively stop for cyclists exploring the Cloverdale area.

label: Summer Music Festival

months: June July August

setting: mixed

theme: history

value: Cloverdale Station

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: volunteer heritage railway; rides ~$5-10/donation

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Fraser Valley Heritage Railway — ride restored BC Electric interurban cars on original track; volunteer-run delight.


value: 3580 Number 3 Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 2C1

value: The Meat Up BBQ is a modern all-you-can-eat restaurant specialising in Asian charcoal-grill BBQ and customisable hotpot, with multiple tiered menu options and a lively, communal atmosphere. It is part of a small chain with locations in both Richmond and Burnaby. The Richmond location sits on busy Number 3 Road, making it a convenient stop for cyclists exploring Richmond's main commercial corridor.

value: The Meat Up

signal: AYCE packages: Classic $36.99, Gold $50.99, Diamond $63.99/person

subcategory: Restaurant


label: spring trout fishing

months: April May

community: Ten Mile Lake

value: A busy lakeside park 12 km north of Quesnel on paved Highway 97, offering three sandy beaches, flush toilets, showers, and rainbow trout fishing; campground gates close off-season so access is summer only.

value: Lakeside Campground


value: 1342 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (3 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Memphis Blues is an award-winning Southern BBQ chain with a well-established location on Vancouver's cycling-friendly Commercial Drive, recognized by Georgia Straight, Vancouver Magazine, and Food Network Canada for its applewood-smoked meats cooked low and slow on-site daily. The restaurant operates a lively dine-in format with occasional special events and a catering operation serving up to 800 guests. It sits on one of Vancouver's busiest cycling corridors and offers a hearty, casual meal for riders passing through the East Side.

value: Memphis Blues

signal: Casual chain, 'Best Value for the Money' award, $5 mimosas, $7 Caesars


community: Fernie

value: Starbucks


value: 3140 Douglas Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (16 spaces, covered) at 88m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 9608 100 St, Fort St. John, BC V1J 3X8

community: Fort St. John

value: W Breakfast & Lunch (marketed on its own website as W Restaurant) is a sit-down restaurant in downtown Fort St. John serving western-style breakfast and lunch fare — from fluffy pancakes and eggs benedicts to hearty hash, burgers, and sandwiches — crafted with an emphasis on fresh ingredients. The restaurant operates seven days a week and offers online ordering through Square for takeout convenience. Fort St. John sits along the Alaska Highway corridor, making it a natural resupply point for long-distance touring cyclists heading north.

value: W Breakfast & Lunch

signal: cuisine=burger


value: 7800 Alpha Way, Delta, V4K 0A7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 19m; rack at 20m.

community: Delta

value: Skyhawk Restaurant serves western and asian cuisines in Delta and offers both dine-in and takeout service. Located on Alpha Way, it serves as a dining stop for cycling tourists passing through the area. With two cuisine styles represented, the menu caters to varied tastes.

value: Skyhawk Restaurant

signal: western/Asian diner; $15-25/person


value: 138-888 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5V3C3

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 11m; rack (5 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 20m; rack at 35m; rack at 48m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Van 168 Coffee is a family-run Vietnamese cafe and restaurant on Kingsway founded by Lynda, who brought her mother's Northern Vietnamese recipes to Vancouver nearly 40 years after immigrating. The menu centres on authentic pho, bun noodle soups (including regional specialties like Bun Bo Hue and freshwater snail vermicelli), rice plates, and Vietnamese iced coffee. It opened in 2023 and occupies a storefront unit in a mixed-use building on one of Vancouver's main east-side corridors.

value: Van 168 Coffee

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: family-run Vietnamese cafe... brought her mother's Northern Vietnamese recipes to Vancouver nearly 40 years after immigrating


community: Langley

value: A regional cuisine restaurant with outdoor seating located in Langley Centre. Part of the established Brown's Socialhouse chain, this casual dining venue provides a stop for locals and touring cyclists.

value: Brown's Socialhouse Langley Centre

signal: Brown's Socialhouse chain; ~$20-30pp


value: 20555 56 Ave #5, Langley, BC V3A 3Y9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 36m; bollard (2 spaces) at 72m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Farm Country Brewing is a craft brewery and tasting room in Langley, BC, producing a rotating lineup of lagers, IPAs, sours, and stouts—including an award-winning Czech lager. The tasting room offers a full food menu with locally-sourced ingredients and hosts regular live music, trivia, and community events. For a touring cyclist, it's a lively mid-route stop with substantial food options and a wide variety of house-brewed beers available on tap or to go.

value: Farm Country Brewing

detail: Tasting room menu tags items with [V] (Spinach Artichoke Dip, Chips + Salsa) and [GF] (Chips + Salsa); no explicit vegan labelling found

wow_evidence: award-winning Czech lager... full food menu with locally-sourced ingredients and hosts regular live music, trivia, and community events


value: 3170 Creekside Way, Unit 230, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0

community: Sun Peaks

value: Oya is a fusion Japanese cuisine restaurant housed inside the Hearthstone Lodge Building at Sun Peaks Resort, a year-round mountain destination popular with skiers and mountain bikers. The kitchen rotates its menu regularly and offers a diverse sake selection, aiming to give returning guests something new each visit. Its compact resort-village location makes it one of the primary sit-down dining options within easy reach of the Sun Peaks resort core.

value: Oya

signal: Japanese fusion (resort lodge), sake; ~$18-28pp


value: 7-Eleven is a convenience store chain offering quick access to snacks, beverages, and basic packaged goods. The store includes an ATM and represents a reliable pit stop for touring cyclists needing immediate supplies.

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 110 - 9855 Austin Avenue, Burnaby, BC, V3J 1N4

blurb: Burnaby library branch, temporarily inside Lougheed mall.

community: Burnaby

value: Cameron Library is a branch of Burnaby Public Library currently operating as 'Temporary Cameron' from inside the City of Lougheed Shopping Centre while its permanent Cameron Street location is unavailable. The branch provides public computers, Wi-Fi, and a variety of seating areas for work, study, and lounging. Washrooms are located just outside the library within the shopping centre, with accessible and universal options available.

value: Cameron Library

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: BPL branch currently in temporary mall quarters — dupe pair with the Temporary Cameron record (@19m); durable name wins.


value: 1450 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 7m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Aisle 24 Market


value: Unit 112 - 7218 King George Boulevard, Surrey, BC V3W 5A5

value: Kelly's Pub has been a neighbourhood fixture in Surrey since opening on April 2, 2001, offering draft beer, pub grub (chicken wings, nachos, burgers, steaks, and dishes like Pad Thai), and an on-site liquor store. Entertainment runs throughout the week with pool tables, darts, karaoke nights, and a Sunday meat draw, giving it a lively community-hub feel. The pub pitches itself as a full evening-out destination with a strong AV setup and relaxed, irreverent atmosphere.

value: Kelly's Pub

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 500 Columbia Street West, Kamloops, BC V2C 1K6

community: Kamloops

value: The Hospitality Inn is a motel-style property perched on a hillside above Kamloops, offering panoramic views of the city, rivers, and surrounding valley from its open terraced lawns. Centrally located within easy walking distance of downtown, Thompson Rivers University, and the Tournament Capital Centre, it serves families, sport teams, conference groups, and golfers. Guests have access to a seasonal heated outdoor pool, whirlpool, barbeque area, and rooms with full or mini kitchens — a practical, affordable base in a cycling-rich region.

value: Hospitality Inn

detail: Coin-up laundry on site (amenities page)

detail: Website states easy walking distance to 'restaurants and pubs' in downtown Kamloops

signal: Starting rates $80–89 per night, explicitly shown

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: seasonal heated outdoor pool, whirlpool... coin-up laundry on site and free wireless access


value: 38123 Second Avenue, Squamish, BC

community: Squamish

value: 1914 Coffee Company is a café located in downtown Squamish, a well-known hub for outdoor recreation and a common stop on cycling routes through the Sea-to-Sky corridor. The name likely references a historical theme tied to Squamish's early settlement era. Touring cyclists passing through Squamish on Highway 99 or the Sea-to-Sky Greenway would find it a convenient spot to rest.

value: 1914 Coffee Company

wow_evidence: café located in downtown Squamish... common stop on cycling routes through the Sea-to-Sky corridor


value: 1342 56 Street, Tsawwassen, BC

value: Pizza Factory Tsawwassen is a locally operated pizza and fast-food restaurant on 56 Street in Tsawwassen, steps from the South Delta waterfront cycling corridor. The menu spans gourmet specialty pizzas, chicken wings, pasta, and salads, with in-house delivery drivers and an online ordering option. It sits in a community-oriented strip serving a neighbourhood near the Tsawwassen Ferry terminal and Boundary Bay cycling routes.

value: Pizza Factory


value: 1155 Melville Street, Vancouver, V6E 4C4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 95m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Nook is a Vancouver-born Italian restaurant group that opened its first location in the West End in 2009, now with five Nook locations across Metro Vancouver plus sister restaurants Oddfish and Radish. The Coal Harbour location on Melville Street serves housemade pasta, wood-fired-style pizzas, and antipasto using locally sourced ingredients alongside imported Italian products. It's a casual neighbourhood spot with daily pizza and pasta specials, making it a solid sit-down refuelling stop for cyclists in the Coal Harbour area.

value: Nook

detail: Menus list multiple vegetarian options (Margherita pizza, Ricotta pizza with spinach, pasta dishes) and a 'GF Organic Quinoa Pasta +3' substitute available across all location menus

signal: cuisine=pizza

wow_evidence: Vancouver-born Italian restaurant group…five Nook locations across Metro Vancouver


value: 612 Central Street East, V2M 3B7

community: Prince George

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 314 Victoria St, Kamloops, BC V2C 3N3, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 12m; rack (5 spaces) at 15m; rack (5 spaces) at 45m; rack (1 space) at 75m; rack (1 space) at 94m; rack (1 space) at 99m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Pizza 314PIE is a local pizza spot in Kamloops offering online ordering through Square, with a menu spanning classic pizzas, falafel bites, and comfort food like mac and cheese. The 'Slicery, Dicery, Everything Nicery' tagline and emphasis on supporting local give it a community-oriented character. For a touring cyclist passing through Kamloops, it offers a quick, customizable meal with the convenience of online pre-ordering.

value: Pizza 314PIE

detail: Falafel Bites listed as a featured menu item, indicating at least one vegetarian option


value: Unit 115 - 6533 Buswell Street, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 88m.

community: Richmond

value: Yogurie is a dessert cafe in Richmond's Buswell Street area, serving sweet treats late into the night. Its extended daily hours make it a notable stop for evening cyclists looking for a post-ride indulgence. The cafe is part of a strip mall unit in a residential-commercial neighbourhood of Richmond.

value: Yogurie

wow_evidence: amenity=cafe, cuisine=dessert


value: 9375 Mill Street, Chilliwack, V2P 4N3

community: Chilliwack

value: Marais Tea Company & Café is a specialty tea purveyor and café in Chilliwack sourcing fine teas from premier growing regions worldwide, including single-origin orthodox teas, blended black teas, matcha, and herbal infusions. The business operates both a physical café with outdoor seating and an active online retail store, offering a calm, intentional pause for those wanting a carefully steeped cup. Notably, the café accepts Bitcoin and Lightning Network payments — an unusual feature for a small-town tea house.

value: Marais Tea Company & Café

wow_evidence: specialty tea purveyor and café... outdoor_seating=yes


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 3 spaces.

value: Saigon City Market is a supermarket serving the Lower Mainland & Fraser Valley region. It provides groceries and supplies useful for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Saigon City Market


value: 5355 Giesbrecht Road, Chilliwack, BC

value: A Fraser Valley Regional District campground on the banks of the Vedder River near Chilliwack, with full amenities (flush toilets, hot showers, fire pits) and easy access to fishing, kayaking, rafting, and mountain biking; family-friendly and well-serviced but closer to suburban than wild.

value: Vedder River Campground

wow_evidence: hot showers, flushing toilets, fire pits, picnic tables


value: Main Street

blurb: Bulkley Valley history museum on Smithers' alpine-themed Main Street.

community: Smithers

value: The Bulkley Valley Museum preserves and presents the history and heritage of the Bulkley Valley region of northwestern British Columbia, including Indigenous, settler, and industrial history. It occupies a public building on Main Street in Smithers, a key stop on the Yellowhead Highway (Hwy 16) corridor — a major cross-Canada touring route. Cyclists riding this remote stretch will find it a meaningful cultural pause in an area where heritage sites are sparse.

value: Bulkley Valley Museum

signal: Bulkley Valley Museum, admission by donation

wow_evidence: Regional museum of Indigenous, settler, and industrial history on Smithers' Main Street; heritage-museum band.


washroom_type: pit

community: Okanagan Falls

value: A basic rec site east of Okanagan Falls that serves primarily as a staging area for the adjacent OHV trail network, with campsites, picnic tables, and outhouses; Allendale Lake Road into the site is described as rough condition, making for an unpleasant loaded-bike approach.

value: Okanagan Falls Trails Recreation Site Campground

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: unpleasant loaded-bike approach


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 11m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Mission

value: Fatburger is a Canadian-owned burger chain that has operated in BC since 2005, cooking burgers to order from fresh ingredients using methods unchanged since the chain's 1947 Los Angeles origins. The Chilliwack location is a unit in a commercial complex (C120) offering dine-in with outdoor seating and takeaway. A loyalty rewards app is available for frequent visitors.

value: Fatburger

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

wow_evidence: Canadian-owned burger chain


value: 278 Selby St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2R3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: ground_slots (4 spaces) at 80m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: The Liquor Co. 1977 is a community-owned liquor retailer operating under Peninsula Co-op, a Vancouver Island cooperative with roots dating to 1977. The Selby Street Nanaimo location is one of roughly ten Vancouver Island stores, stocking beer, wine, and spirits with emphasis on local and Canadian producers. Co-op members earn rebates on purchases, offering ongoing value for anyone passing through and looking to resupply.

value: The Liquor Co. 1977

wow_evidence: Peninsula Co-op, a Vancouver Island cooperative... roughly ten Vancouver Island stores


value: 2155 Oak Dr, Revelstoke BC V0E 2S1

community: Revelstoke

value: Mt. Begbie Brewery is an award-winning craft brewery that has been operating in Revelstoke, BC since 1996, making it one of the longest-running independent craft breweries in the province. The brewery features a tasting room and a retail store where cyclists can pick up packaged beer to go, alongside a food menu. Revelstoke's position as a gateway to mountain recreation makes this a natural stop for touring cyclists passing through town.

value: Mt. Begbie Brewery

signal: Craft brewery tasting room + retail

wow_evidence: one of the longest-running independent craft breweries in the province, operating in Revelstoke, BC since 1996


value: 4567 Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby, BC V5C 3Z6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 91m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Restaurant Yugo is a Japanese-French fusion dining destination located on the first floor of The Amazing Brentwood mall in Burnaby, with a sister location in Vancouver. The kitchen blends Japanese technique with French culinary tradition, producing dishes like sashimi with truffle oil, sous-vide endives with yuzu, and confit octopus. Dine-in, takeout, catering, and to-go menus are all offered.

value: Yugo

wow_evidence: sister location in Vancouver


value: Tyhee Rd, Telkwa, BC V0J 2X0, Canada

community: Telkwa

value: Group campground at Tyhee Lake in the Bulkley Valley, set back from a 200-metre sandy beach with mountain ranges visible in every direction; the minimum 15-adult fee structure makes this impractical for solo or small-party cycle tourists.

value: Group Campground


value: 4220 Beaverfoot Rd, Golden, BC V0A 1H0, Canada

community: Leanchoil

value: Beaverfoot Lodge is a 97-year-old heritage log building nestled between Yoho National Park and Lake Louise, approximately 40 km from the town of Golden in a remote mountain setting. The property offers lodge guest rooms, rustic cabins, and camping and RV sites, and is a cultural heritage landmark of the Golden region. It operates as a boutique resort and events venue, with a focus on wellness retreats, yoga, and sustainable living as part of the broader Eightfold Mountain Village development.

value: Beaverfoot Lodge

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Rustic cabins from $650+ CAD/night; luxury positioning and heritage boutique hotel

subcategory: B&B / Inn

wow_evidence: 97-year-old heritage log building... cultural heritage landmark of the Golden region


value: 20 Shuswap Street South, Salmon Arm, V1E 4H7

community: Salmon Arm

value: Barley Station Brew Pub is a craft microbrewery and full-service pub in the heart of Salmon Arm's Shuswap region, named after a replica of the town's historic train station. The brewery crafts its own rotating lineup of ales, lagers, pilsners, and seasonal beers using locally sourced ingredients, paired with an elevated pub menu featuring everything from fish and chips to Korean fusion tacos. A pet-friendly patio makes it a welcoming stop for cyclists touring the Shuswap corridor.

value: Barley Station Brew Pub

detail: Food menu lists gluten-free crust option (+$3) for all flatbreads; vegetarian dishes include Mediterranean Flatbread, Fungi Flatbread, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Warm Olives & Halloumi, and Lettuce Wraps with a crispy tofu substitution at no charge


value: 2351 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V6J 3J2

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (12 spaces) at 63m; stands (9 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; rack (4 spaces) at 88m; stands (4 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 37 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Unchai Thai Restaurant is a fast-casual Thai kitchen on Burrard Street in Vancouver, serving noodle soups, curries with rice, stir-fried noodles, and desserts made with homemade pastes, coconut milk, and fresh herbs like kaffir lime leaf and Thai basil. The restaurant has received coverage from The Globe and Mail, the Vancouver Sun, and other local food media for its comforting, flavour-forward approach to Thai classics. Cyclists can dine in at the Burrard Street location or call ahead to arrange takeout.

value: Unchai Thai Restaurant

signal: Fast-casual Thai noodles/curries; mains $24–29


value: 2701 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton, BC V2A 9B8

community: Penticton

value: Sport Chek is a major Canadian sports retail chain with a Penticton location on Skaha Lake Road, stocking a broad range of sporting goods including cycling gear, apparel, and footwear. As one of the larger sports retailers in the region, it may carry bike accessories and parts that a touring cyclist could source in a pinch. The chain's website references a 'Sports Equipment Servicing' section, suggesting some in-store service capability beyond pure retail.

value: Sport Chek

subcategory: Outdoor Gear

wow_evidence: major Canadian sports retail chain … cycling gear, apparel, and footwear


value: 1096 W 22 St, District of North Vancouver, V7P 2E5

community: North Vancouver

value: The Corner Stone Bistro is a casual coffee shop and cafe in North Vancouver that welcomes the cycling community. It offers a comfortable outdoor seating area and complimentary Wi-Fi—practical amenities for touring cyclists looking for a break.

value: The Corner Stone Bistro


value: 8140 Leslie Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 4A8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 75m.

value: Datang Hot Pot is a modern Chinese restaurant in Richmond specializing in build-your-own mala tang and dry pot, with broths made fresh daily. The spacious dine-in setting features a wide sauce bar, buffet ice cream, and snacks like roujiamo and skewers. Customer reviews highlight generous portions and friendly service, making it a notable stop for a substantial hot meal.

value: Datang Hot Pot

signal: build-your-own mala tang/dry pot, good price; ~$18-28pp


value: 31930 South Fraser Way, V2T 1V6

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 1m; rack (3 spaces) at 97m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Burger King

signal: chain 'burger king'


value: 2271 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, V1Y 6H2

community: Kelowna

value: Edo Japan is a Canadian fast-food chain with over 200 locations, specializing in Japanese teppanyaki-style grilled meals including teriyaki bowls, stir-fry noodles, and combos cooked fresh on the grill. Founded in Calgary in 1979, it is a recognizable chain stop on Kelowna's busy Harvey Avenue commercial corridor. The location is takeout-focused with no drive-through, making it a practical quick-meal stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Edo Japan

signal: chain 'edo japan'


value: 20300 Fraser Highway, Langley

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wave (5 spaces) at 13m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Langley

value: DQ Grill & Chill

signal: chain 'dq'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 1037 Granville Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (4 spaces) at 49m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (8 spaces) at 99m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: bb.q Chicken

signal: cuisine=chicken


value: 2088 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC, V5N 4B2

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 14m; rack (5 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Grounds for Coffee is a Vancouver institution founded in 1993, built around hand-made cinnamon buns crafted daily from locally-sourced, preservative-free ingredients. The Commercial Drive location also serves premium organic coffee, savory wraps, calzones, house-made flatbread, and a rotating selection of vegan and gluten-free baked goods. A neighbourhood-haven cafe on one of Vancouver's most prominent cycling corridors, it offers online ordering with in-store pickup.

value: Grounds for Coffee

detail: Website: 'Our vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are often rotating'; FAQ confirms gluten-free and dairy-free food options available; bakery page lists vegan cheese buns and veggie wraps

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 3532 Commercial Street, V5N 4E9

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: wall_loops (8 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; rack (3 spaces) at 46m; wall_loops (8 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; rack (4 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 80m; rack (3 spaces) at 84m; rack (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 41 spaces.

value: Collective Goods Bistro is a dinner-focused neighbourhood bistro on Commercial Street in East Vancouver, serving an upscale casual menu of seafood, small plates, and cocktails. The restaurant features a dedicated Happy Hour and a weekly Seafood Sunday, reflecting a focus on quality local ingredients. It operates as a reservations-forward dining room, a pleasant stop for a cyclist's evening meal in the heart of a lively commercial corridor.

value: Collective Goods Bistro


value: 33550 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 5G7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: bollard (9 spaces) at 77m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Roseland Restaurant has been a fixture of the Abbotsford community since 1990, serving a broad menu of Western-style breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a cozy, flower-decorated dining room with a mini lounge and leather booth seating. The restaurant operates as a full-service restaurant and bar and accommodates groups and large parties. Pickup and delivery options are available alongside the sit-down experience.

value: Roseland Restaurant

detail: Menu lists a dedicated 'VEGAN BREAKFAST' item (Beyond sausages with hashbrowns and fresh fruit cup); website states 'no matter what dietary regiment you follow, we have something for everyone.'

signal: Menu shows breakfast/lunch mains mostly $15-27; sit-down diner since 1990


value: 3905 Horne Lake Caves Rd, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2L7, Canada

blurb: Guided caving at Horne Lake: from family walks to underground rappels.

community: Cherry Creek

value: Horne Lake Caves is a year-round professionally guided caving destination within a BC provincial park on Vancouver Island, and the site of Canada's first cave interpretive centre, built in 2011. Tours range from beginner-friendly walks through spacious Riverbend Cave to multi-hour vertical adventures involving rope swings, rappels, and cable ladder climbs deep underground. The caves are entirely wild and undeveloped — no installed lighting, paved walkways, or handrails — offering an authentic caving experience in a system that has been welcoming visitors since the park's establishment in 1971.

theme: adventure

value: Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park Visitor Centre

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: mislabeled info venue: Horne Lake Caves guided tours $40-100+ (N/A-to-Premium re-split)

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Canada's first cave interpretive centre with year-round guided caving from easy walks to rappelling adventures — well-known, day-shaping.


value: 622 Admirals Road, V9A2N7

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 53m; rack (3 spaces) at 63m; rack (2 spaces) at 68m; rack (6 spaces) at 78m; rack (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Esquimalt

value: A branch of the Royal Canadian Legion, a national veterans' service organization that has been active since 1926. Legion branches typically operate a licensed bar and canteen open to members and often to the public, making them a familiar stop for food and drink in many BC communities. This Victoria branch sits on Admirals Road in the Esquimalt area.

value: Royal Canadian Legion


value: 8200 Front Bench Road, Naramata, BC

community: Summerland

value: Kaleidoscope Fruit Ranch is a 10-acre certified organic orchard in the Okanagan Valley, specializing in apples alongside smaller quantities of cherries, apricots, peaches, table grapes, hardy kiwi, and pears. The farm is run by Devon Scott-Leslie and Katie Sardinha, who emphasize ecological stewardship and a family-scale operation. During summer and fall, a touring cyclist can find their produce at the Summerland Farmers' Market or through local food distributors; bulk orders can also be arranged directly with the farm.

value: Kaleidoscope Fruit Ranch

detail: Certified organic apples (Spartan, Ambrosia, Gala, Pink Lady), cherries, apricots, peaches, table grapes, and other fruit; sold seasonally at Summerland Farmers' Market and through LocalMotive Low Waste Market and Urban Harvest Organic Delivery

wow_evidence: no clear indication of open walk-in retail at the farm address


value: 1738 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (10 spaces) at 70m; stands (5 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (6 spaces) at 87m; stands (12 spaces) at 90m. Total: 51 spaces.

value: Mumu Kitchen is a Korean restaurant on Davie Street in Vancouver offering indoor seating in a smoke-free environment. No outdoor seating is available.

value: Mumu Kitchen

signal: Korean, Davie St; ~$16-26pp


blurb: Landscaped horticulture gardens on the Thompson Rivers University campus.

community: Kamloops

value: The Horticulture Gardens are a botanical and landscaped garden space located on the Thompson Rivers University campus in Kamloops. Listed under TRU's conference centre facilities, the gardens serve both as a campus green space and an event venue. Touring cyclists passing through Kamloops may find it a pleasant short detour while visiting the university area.

value: Horticulture Gardens

signal: TRU campus gardens, free

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: SUPERSEDES earlier record this run: blurb bar — no distinctive fact nameable for delight 2; ordinary campus gardens are band 1.


community: Surrey

value: No Frills


value: 4015 Hastings Street, Burnaby, BC V5C 2J1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: H&P Noodle House is a Vietnamese restaurant on Hastings Street in Burnaby serving a broad menu that spans pho, vermicelli, sizzling plates, Thai dishes, and stir-fry. The restaurant offers indoor seating and an integrated online ordering system for pickup and delivery. It is one of two Lower Mainland locations, with a second branch in Port Coquitlam.

value: H&P Noodle House

signal: Noodle house type establishment; delivery/takeout focused model


value: 1660 Pemberton Ave, North Vancouver, BC

community: Coquitlam

value: C-Lovers Fish & Chips is a BC-based chain specializing in hand-battered fish and chips, with a North Vancouver outpost on Pemberton Ave. The menu features multiple species—halibut, cod, haddock, salmon, and prawns—alongside classic sides like hand-cut chips and coleslaw. The chain participates in the Ocean Wise sustainable seafood program, indicating a commitment to responsibly sourced fish.

value: C - Lovers


value: 540 Victoria Street, Kamloops, V2C 2B2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces, covered) at 87m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Delta Hotels Kamloops is a Marriott-branded hotel located on Victoria Street in downtown Kamloops, one of the region's established chain accommodations. As a full-service property, it serves both business and leisure travelers and provides reliable lodging in a central location. Touring cyclists will find this property conveniently situated within Kamloops city center.

value: Delta Hotels Kamloops

signal: chain 'delta hotel'

wow_evidence: Marriott-branded hotel … one of the region's established chain accommodations


value: 1192 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; rack (5 spaces) at 66m; rack (5 spaces) at 79m; stands (6 spaces) at 85m; stands (6 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 44 spaces.

value: Freshslice Pizza is a Vancouver-founded pizza chain known for by-the-slice and whole-pizza service at accessible prices, with both indoor and outdoor seating. The Robson Street location sits in one of the city's busiest pedestrian and cycling corridors, making it a convenient fuel stop for cyclists passing through the West End. A gluten-free cauliflower crust and a broad range of vegetarian toppings give riders with dietary restrictions solid options.

value: Freshslice Pizza

detail: Website nutritional page lists gluten-free cauliflower crust and numerous vegetarian toppings (mushrooms, peppers, spinach, olives, pineapple, etc.). Vegan not confirmed

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 590 Robson Street, V6B 2B7

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (4 spaces) at 83m; stands (4 spaces) at 88m; stands (4 spaces) at 90m; stands (8 spaces) at 96m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Zac-Zac Japanese Curry House is a small Japanese curry specialist on Robson Street in downtown Vancouver, offering a focused menu of rice-based and udon curry dishes with a wide range of protein options from chicken katsu to ebi furai. The restaurant sits one level above street level and offers online ordering with pick-up and local delivery. It is a solid quick-fuel stop in the heart of Vancouver's shopping and cycling corridor.

value: Zac-Zac Japanese Curry House

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian options: Vegetable Curry, Eggplant Curry, Spinaegg Curry, Cheese Curry, Spinacheesy Curry

signal: Most mains $14–15.25, max $17.50; casual curry house, online order/pickup model


value: 77 8th Avenue

community: Lillooet

value: An artisan bakery offering fresh baked goods. A convenient stop for cycling tourists seeking food provisions along their route. Website verification was unavailable, so menu specifics and amenities should be confirmed by visiting or contacting directly.

value: Abundance Artisan Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 4934 Johnston Road, V9Y 5L9

community: Port Alberni


value: 165 Third St, Kitimat, BC V8C 2S6, Canada

community: Kitimat

value: A municipal campground in Kitimat on BC's North Coast; details are unconfirmed as the city parks page returned a 404 error, so expect basic amenities typical of a small-city facility.

value: Radley Park


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 55m; rack (6 spaces) at 73m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Archr Coffee + Bakery is a community-focused specialty cafe in Langley, BC, offering espresso drinks and a rotating menu of baked goods, sandwiches, and burritos sourced from local BC producers including Elysian Coffee Roasters and To Live For Bakery. Located in unit A150 behind the building at 20161 86 Ave, the shop is tucked away from the street but serves as a neighbourhood gathering spot with catering available for larger events.

value: Archrcoffee

detail: Website menu lists 'Vegan Breakfast Sandwich' explicitly


value: 3292 Production Way, Burnaby, BC V5A 4R4

value: Circle K is a 24-hour gas station and convenience store on Production Way in Burnaby, part of the global Couche-Tard network. It offers ready-to-eat hot food via the Roller Grill and Fresh Food Fast programs, along with coffee and a full convenience selection. Public restrooms are available on-site, making this a functional pit stop for cyclists passing through the Burnaby industrial corridor.

value: Circle K

detail: Website lists 'Fresh Food Fast' and 'Roller Grill' as in-store services

wow_evidence: part of the global Couche-Tard network


value: 150-9040 Blundell Rd, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 40m; rack (covered) at 48m; rack at 82m; rack (covered) at 86m; rack at 91m.

community: Richmond

value: Sushi Aria is a Japanese sushi restaurant in Richmond with dine-in seating and online takeout ordering. The restaurant is conveniently located on Blundell Road for touring cyclists. Online orders allow efficient service for quick meals or takeout.

value: Sushi Aria

signal: sushi dine-in/takeout; ~$15-25pp


value: Le Bourdais Avenue, V0K1K0

community: Clinton

value: Canco is a convenience store in Clinton, BC, a small interior town that serves as a waypoint for travellers on Highway 97. Tagged as shop=convenience in OSM, it provides the kind of grab-and-go supplies that touring cyclists passing through a rural community depend on. The auto-discovered Facebook page suggests a possible historical connection to a Shell fuel station and budget food store at the same location.

value: Canco


value: 211 Menzies Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 86m; rack at 99m.

community: Victoria

value: Real Thai Restaurant is an authentic Thai eatery in Victoria's James Bay neighbourhood, operated by a chef with over 15 years of traditional Thai culinary expertise. The menu spans soups, stir-fries, deep-fries, and desserts including Pad Thai and Thai curry, with reviewers praising fresh ingredients, a wide range of spice levels, and a welcoming atmosphere. Both dine-in and takeout are offered, with table reservations available.

value: Real Thai Restaurant

signal: Thai, pad thai/curry; ~$16-26pp


value: 40382 Tantalus Rd, Garibaldi Highlands, BC

community: Squamish

value: Sushi Sen is a Japanese sushi restaurant situated in Garibaldi Highlands, a neighbourhood east of downtown Squamish along the Sea-to-Sky corridor. The restaurant offers both dine-in and online ordering, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the area. OSM records it as wheelchair accessible.

value: Sushi Sen

signal: sushi, dine-in/online; ~$15-25pp


value: BC 37, Dease Lake

community: Dease Lake

value: A compact 4–5 site free rec site perched at the confluence of French Creek and Dease River, right alongside Cassiar Highway 37 — a convenient roadside fishing stop in remote northern BC; no drinking water mentioned.

value: French Creek Recreation Site


value: 774 Bay Street

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


category: Transport

community: Maple Ridge

source: llm-examine

value: On-demand taxi serving Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, and surrounding communities, with runs to Vancouver Airport, Tsawwassen ferry terminal, and Horseshoe Bay. Fleet includes sedans and accessible vans; no stated bike policy.

value: Alouette Taxi

origin: transport

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail


value: 1625 Northwest Boulevard, Creston

community: Creston


value: 2508 Burrard Ave, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0

community: Vanderhoof

value: The Reid Hotel is a 9-room boutique hotel in Vanderhoof, BC, occupying a landmark 1916 building that was famously relocated to its current site by a team of horses in the 1930s — originally known as the Egan, then the Mayo. The interior has been substantially reimagined with premium finishes including heated bathroom floors, Frette Italian linens, Nespresso machines, and Victoria & Albert freestanding bathtubs in select rooms. For touring cyclists on the long central-interior corridor of BC, it offers an unusually upscale overnight stop in a small northern community.

value: Reid

signal: 9-room reimagined 1916 boutique but Vanderhoof market caps rates ~$160-200; not luxury


community: Abbotsford

value: Fruiticana is a BC- and Alberta-based grocery chain specializing in fresh produce and South Asian pantry staples, including their own Indican spice and ingredient brand. The chain emphasizes a farm-to-table philosophy and carries a broad range of ethnic grocery products suited to diverse communities. Touring cyclists in the Abbotsford area would find it a useful stop for fresh fruit, vegetables, and specialty ingredients.

value: Fruiticana

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: Marine Avenue

community: Powell River

value: Rocky Mountain appears to be a local bakery and pizza operation on Marine Avenue in the Powell River area, based on its Facebook handle 'rockymountainpizzaandbakery'. For touring cyclists passing through this stretch of BC's Sunshine Coast, a combined bakery and pizza shop can be a welcome stop for fresh baked goods or a hot slice. Full details about the business could not be retrieved from the Facebook page at the time of this review.

value: Rocky Mountain