value: 1016 Northwest Road, Denman Island, V0R 1T0

blurb: Denman Island's community gallery and arts hub.

community: Denman Island

value: Arts Denman is a nonprofit arts society founded in 1985 that serves as the cultural hub of Denman Island, supporting eight partner organizations including a summer art gallery, theatre, dance collective, and music concerts. Operating from 1016 Northwest Road, it provides gallery and performance space for local artists and artisans. For a touring cyclist exploring the Southern Gulf Islands, it offers a taste of the island's vibrant, community-driven arts scene.

value: Summer Art Gallery

signal: Community nonprofit arts organization, no admission price stated

wow_evidence: Arts Denman's summer gallery and performance hub, the island's cultural centre since 1985.


source: osm

value: 795 East Broadway

category: Food & Drink

community: Vancouver

value: KFC

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: chain 'kfc'

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

tier: info


community: Sooke

value: Serious Coffee

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: amenity=cafe

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Café / Coffee


category: Groceries

community: Langley

value: Sabzi Mandi

subcategory: Grocery Store


source: enrichment

value: 612 7 St, Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0

blurb: Ashcroft's community arena, ice in winter and fairs in summer.

category: Attractions

community: Ashcroft

value: Drylands Arena is a Village of Ashcroft–owned community sports facility centred on a single ice sheet used for figure skating and minor hockey through the winter season. In warmer months the arena converts to a dry-floor venue hosting events like the annual Fall Fair, concerts, and community gatherings, making it a year-round social hub for this small desert-climate town. A visiting cyclist would find it a lively local landmark with a concession and washrooms, set in one of the driest landscapes in Canada.

dwell: half

energy: active

facet_confidence: med

kid_friendly: yes

label: ice season

months: October November December January February March

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: recreation

value: Drylands Arena

detail: Website lists 'a concession' as a facility feature of the arena

origin: osm

ownership: Public

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Village arena, winter ice and summer dry-floor events; standard rec band.


value: 271 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan BC V9L 3R1

community: Duncan

value: A Cowichan Valley institution since 1954, the Doghouse Family Restaurant is a sprawling highway diner on the Trans-Canada serving homestyle breakfasts, hearty dinners, and award-winning pies and desserts. The menu spans everything from Logger's Breakfasts and Prime Rib nights to a full kids menu, making it a welcoming stop for groups of all sizes. Touring cyclists riding through Duncan will find generous portions and a classic Canadian roadside-diner atmosphere.

value: The Doghouse

detail: Dinner menu lists a dedicated 'Veggie' omelette (tomato, mushrooms, green onions, green peppers) and notes egg-white substitution available in omelettes

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: Breakfast entrees $20-25; sit-down family restaurant

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: Cowichan Valley institution since 1954... award-winning pies and desserts


community: Maple Ridge

value: Pizza Hut

signal: chain 'pizza hut'


value: 2332 Marpole Avenue, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 2A2

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Patina Brewing Co. is a multi-award-winning craft brewery and BBQ taproom in Port Coquitlam, recognized as the only brewery in the city to receive a BC Beer Award. The taproom pours a rotating lineup of craft beers — from the award-winning Italian Pilsner and Kolsch to seasonal collaborations like the TransLink-inspired Platform Pilsner, brewed with 100% Canadian ingredients from the Coquitlam watershed. Touring cyclists can refuel with BBQ food and a flight of locally crafted beer in a welcoming community gathering spot.

value: Patina Brewing

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: multi-award-winning craft brewery… only brewery in the city to receive a BC Beer Award


value: 4087 Squilax Anglemont Rd, Scotch Creek

community: Scotch Creek

value: A pub and fast food restaurant in Scotch Creek serving the local community and traveling guests. Located on Squilax Anglemont Road, it offers casual dining and refreshment options for cyclists and other travelers.

value: Creekside Restaurant


value: 2585 Cadboro Bay Road

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 25m; rack at 36m; rack (2 spaces) at 40m; rack (4 spaces) at 44m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Oak Bay

value: The Old Farm Market is a locally beloved multi-location grocery chain, with the Oak Bay location on Cadboro Bay Road voted #1 Best Local Grocery Store and #1 Best Produce Store. Produce arrives daily from local and BC-grown sources, and the store also runs a full-serve deli offering pastries, pies, fresh salads, and heated samosas. Cyclists will find it a solid resupply point for fresh food, deli items, and made-to-order sandwiches.

value: The Old Farm Market

detail: Website lists 'Sandwiches Made Your Way' with unlimited veggies and free guac, plus 'Get your samosa heated up!' at the Oak Bay location

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 1125 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; rack (5 spaces) at 66m; stands (1 space) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; rack (5 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 35 spaces.

value: Muji


value: 6211 Number 3 Rd Unit 130, Richmond, BC V6Y 0A2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 6m; rack at 74m.

community: Richmond

value: Kam Do Bakery is a well-regarded Chinese bakery in Richmond known for its generous, honestly filled pastries and buns — from egg tarts and pineapple pastries with salted egg yolk to savory chicken and sausage buns. With over 1,200 reviews and a loyal local following, it sits steps from a busy mall and transit stop, making it a convenient mid-ride snack stop. All items are individually wrapped, easy to carry, and suited to eating on the go.

value: Kam Do Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

tier: welcoming


value: 5725 Vedder Road #4, Chilliwack, BC V2R 3N4

community: Mission

value: Pizza 24 Chilliwack has been serving the Fraser Valley since 2010, offering specialty and classic pizzas through takeout and delivery from their Sardis-area location on Vedder Road. The menu spans timeless pepperoni-style pies to Greek- and Italian-inspired fusion options, with online ordering and real-time order tracking available.

value: Pizza 24

wow_evidence: serving the Fraser Valley since 2010


value: 180 1st Street, Tofino, BC

community: Tofino

value: Common Loaf Bake Shop is a cafe located in Tofino, British Columbia, at the western end of the Pacific Rim corridor — a popular destination for touring cyclists completing routes across Vancouver Island. The business was verified as active in OpenStreetMap as recently as December 2025 and accepts both credit and debit cards. Its position in Tofino makes it a potential rest stop for cyclists arriving via Highway 4 or the Tofino–Ucluelet shared-use path.

value: Common Loaf Bake Shop


value: 1099 Lakeshore Drive West, Penticton, BC V2A 1B7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (16 spaces) at 64m. Total: 16 spaces.

blurb: Restored 1914 sternwheeler SS Sicamous, moored on Penticton's Okanagan Lake shore.

community: Penticton

value: The S.S. Sicamous is a restored 1914 CPR sternwheeler permanently moored on Okanagan Lake in Penticton, now the centrepiece of a marine heritage park preserving Okanagan waterway history. Cyclists touring the Lakeshore Drive corridor will find a striking piece of regional heritage with exhibits on the KVR railway, early Okanagan history, and a collection of historic vessels including the S.S. Naramata. The ship features an elevator providing access to its primary museum level, and is available for community events year-round.

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

season: summer

setting: mixed

theme: history

value: SS Sicamous

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: low

confidence: medium

label: Low

signal: SS Sicamous admission ~$10

source: judgement

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Restored 1914 CPR sternwheeler — the largest surviving Okanagan lake boat — anchoring a marine heritage park with KVR exhibits at the lakeshore; day-shaping heritage stop.


value: 777 Royal Oak Drive, V8X 4V1

community: Saanich

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 1999 Country Club Way

category: Accommodation

community: Langford

value: The Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa is a five-level Marriott resort in Victoria offering accommodation alongside golf and spa facilities. As a branded resort property, it provides standard hotel-level services and infrastructure suitable for touring cyclists making a full-service overnight stop.

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: chain 'westin'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: five-level Marriott resort


value: 5358 Grimmer St, Burnaby, BC V5H 2H2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 30m; stands (8 spaces) at 58m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Sweethoney Dessert is a Hong Kong dessert chain with a Burnaby franchise offering handcrafted traditional desserts made fresh in-store, including mango pomelo sago, tofu pudding, and housemade grass jelly. The chain was founded to bring authentic Hong Kong dessert culture to North America using premium, natural ingredients. It is one of several BC locations and markets itself as a relaxed gathering spot.

value: Sweethoney Dessert


value: 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody, BC V3H 5C3

blurb: Port Moody's library, lending ukuleles and bat detectors.

community: Port Moody

value: Port Moody Public Library is the public library serving Port Moody and the broader Tri-Cities region, located in the Newport Village neighbourhood. Beyond books, the library lends unusual items like ukulele kits, coding kits, and 'Bat Packs,' and offers accessible-format materials for patrons with visual or physical disabilities. Free public Wi-Fi makes it a practical rest stop for touring cyclists looking to plan routes, check in, or simply decompress.

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

theme: civic

value: Port Moody Public Library

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1; quirky lending collection.


value: 10015 100 Avenue, Fort St. John, V1J 1Y7

blurb: Fort St. John's cultural centre: 400-seat theatre, gallery, café, and library.

community: Fort St. John

value: A community cultural centre in downtown Fort St. John that has been the hub of arts and culture in the region since 1992. It houses a 400+ seat proscenium theatre, the Peace Gallery North art gallery, a café, and a public library branch. For touring cyclists on the Alaska Highway corridor, it offers a notable cultural stop in the northeast corner of British Columbia.

dwell: short

theme: art-culture

value: North Peace Cultural Centre

detail: Website states the centre is 'Host to a Theatre, Café, Library, Child Care and Art Gallery'

region: Northern British Columbia

wow_evidence: Regional cultural hub since 1992: 400-seat theatre, gallery, café, and library under one roof.


value: 1193 Hamilton Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 92m; stands (3 spaces) at 92m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Hapa Izakaya

signal: Hapa Izakaya small plates & drinks; ~$25-35pp


value: 1-228 Schoolhouse Street, Coquitlam, BC

community: New Westminster

value: Don Chepe's is a family-owned Salvadorean restaurant that has been serving the Lower Mainland since 2015, built around generations-old recipes from El Salvador. The kitchen is helmed by the owner-chef, known locally as the Queen of the Pupusas, whose handmade corn-flour pupusas are the signature draw. The menu spans traditional appetizers, soups, tacos, and Salvadorean breakfast plates, with pickup and delivery available.

value: Don Chepe's

signal: Main dishes (tacos, pupusas) $20/person; family-owned casual Salvadoran

wow_evidence: family-owned Salvadorean restaurant... generations-old recipes from El Salvador... owner-chef known locally as the Queen of the Pupusas


value: 1240 Marine Drive, North Vancouver, BC V7P1T2

community: North Vancouver

value: Capilano Sushi is a Japanese restaurant on Marine Drive in North Vancouver serving an extensive menu of hand-crafted rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and teriyaki mains alongside sake and Japanese beer. The restaurant operates an online ordering platform offering both pickup and local delivery. With over 200 customer reviews and a menu spanning everything from simple avocado rolls to specialty craft rolls, it is a well-established neighbourhood dining option for cyclists on the North Shore.

value: Capilano Sushi

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian items: Veggie Roll, Veggie Gyoza, Veggie Spring Roll, Veggie Sunomono Salad, Tofu & Avocado Salad, Avocado Roll, Edamame, Yam Fries, and Yam & Avocado Roll, among others. No explicit vegan or GF labelling found

signal: Mains $15–24, rolls mostly $6–18. Casual sushi spot.

wow_evidence: over 200 customer reviews... well-established neighbourhood dining option


community: Mayne Island

value: Tru Value Foods


value: 964 8th Street, Kamloops, V2B 2X5

community: Kamloops

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: #600 – 1055 Hillside Drive, Kamloops, BC V2E 2S5

value: Local Public Eatery Kamloops is a lively chain pub and restaurant set in a commercial area of the city, pouring a rotating lineup of BC craft beers from multiple taps alongside a full food menu. The location features a spacious patio for outdoor seating and multiple TVs for catching live sports. An online ordering system is in place, making it a practical stop for a sit-down meal or a quick takeout on a riding day.

value: Local Public Eatery

signal: Local Public Eatery pub chain; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: lively chain pub and restaurant… rotating lineup of BC craft beers… spacious patio


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces, covered) at 18m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 98m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: BC Liquor Store


community: Sicamous

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 2325 Ottawa Street, Port Coquitlam

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Poco Sushi is a sushi restaurant located in Port Coquitlam at the corner of the Ottawa Street area. It is a sit-down dining option in the Poco community that could serve as a meal stop for cyclists riding through the Tri-Cities corridor. Beyond its Japanese cuisine focus, details about the dining experience are limited due to unavailable website content.

value: Poco Sushi

confidence: low

signal: sushi sit-down; ~$15-25pp

wow_evidence: Facebook page returned 'Temporarily Blocked' error...all evidence limited to OSM tags


value: 14963 Marine Drive, White Rock, V4B 1C3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 23m; rack (8 spaces) at 87m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: White Rock

value: Ricardo's is a cafe on White Rock's Marine Drive serving ice cream, coffee, and bubble tea. Marine Drive runs along the waterfront promenade, making this a natural stop for cyclists riding the popular White Rock beachfront route. The multi-item menu covers both refreshment and pick-me-up options in a single stop.

value: Ricardo's Ice Cream, Coffee, Bubble Tea

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 1265 Granville Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1M5

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (4 spaces) at 95m; stands (5 spaces) at 100m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Sake Dining Hashigo is a boutique Japanese sake bar steps from Davie and Granville Street in downtown Vancouver, operated by the Zakkushi Group. The restaurant stocks more than 15 varieties of sake, offers tasting flights, and serves Japanese small plates such as sashimi and oden designed for sake pairing. It is part of a family of Japanese restaurants spanning Vancouver and Toronto, giving it an established reputation in the city's Japanese dining scene.

value: Sake Dining HASHIGO by Zakkushi

signal: Boutique sake bar, sashimi/oden food; no menu prices listed


community: Nanaimo

value: Dairy Queen/Orange Julius

signal: chain 'orange julius'


value: 100 Schoolhouse Street, Coquitlam, V3K 6V9

community: Coquitlam

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 560 Smithe Street, Vancouver, V6B 3L9

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 28m; stands (8 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 36m; stands (3 spaces) at 43m; stands (5 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (3 spaces) at 46m; stands (5 spaces) at 49m; bollard (2 spaces) at 51m; bollard (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (3 spaces) at 92m. Total: 56 spaces.

value: Red Card Sports Bar + Eatery occupies a 1908 heritage building in downtown Vancouver, blending original brickwork and restored wood features with contemporary interior design. Part of the Viaggio Hospitality group, it serves Italian-inspired pub food — including wood-fired pizzas from a Marana Forni oven imported from Italy — alongside craft beers, cocktails, and global wines. With 16 HD screens and two 106" projectors, it caters to sports fans and can host private groups of up to 146 people.

value: Red Card Sports Bar + Eatery

signal: amenity=bar

wow_evidence: Part of the Viaggio Hospitality group


value: 1515 Cook St, Victoria, BC V8T 3N7

community: Victoria

value: Standard Pizza is a small, independently owned neighbourhood pizzeria on Cook Street in Victoria, serving wood-fired pizzas in two sizes (12" and 16") for dine-in or takeout. The menu centres on classic and creative combinations using quality ingredients, with a flexible build-your-own approach and a strong selection of vegetarian options. Cook Street Village is a lively, walkable strip and a natural waypoint for cyclists moving through the city.

value: Standard Pizza

detail: Menu includes a pizza explicitly labeled 'VEGETARIAN' (tomato, cheese, kale, mushroom, olive, onion) plus additional vegetarian-friendly options (TOMATO, KALE, MUSHROOM, WHITE, MARGHERITA, etc.); no vegan or gluten-free options are mentioned

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 2042 Columbia Avenue PBX 2452, Rossland, BC V0G 1Y0, Canada

community: Rossland

value: Hooper's Bakery is a small-batch specialty bakery in the Kootenays, BC, producing and selling artisan baked goods from its own production facility and retail storefront. Cyclists can browse in person or pre-order online for a quick, prepaid pickup at a dedicated back-door pickup window. The bakery markets itself as 'Distinctive and Bold' and has an active local following.

value: Hooper's Bakery

region: Kootenay Rockies


value: 2335 Clarke Street, Port Moody, V3H 1Y9

value: Cascadia Bakehouse is a wife-and-husband-run neighbourhood micro bakehouse and caffè in Port Moody, specialising in naturally leavened heritage grain breads, viennoiserie, and house-made pastries using seasonal, local, and organic BC ingredients. The menu rotates around relationships with BC farmers and Italian and Japanese culinary influences from owners Kaitlin and Marco. Cyclists can stop for freshly baked bread, house-made preserves and nut butters, and espresso-based drinks.

value: Cascadia Bakehouse

wow_evidence: wife-and-husband-run neighbourhood micro bakehouse and caffè...naturally leavened heritage grain breads, viennoiserie


value: 1329 MacKinnon Road, Pender Island, V0N2M1

community: Pender Island

value: The Tides Cottages is a 3-acre oceanfront resort on Pender Island in the Southern Gulf Islands, operating on a site that has been continuously run as a resort since 1942 and is billed as the longest-standing resort in the region. The property features a heritage house dating to 1928, four individual cottages with private decks and ocean views, a seasonal pool and year-round hot tub. Touring cyclists reaching Pender Island by ferry will find self-contained cottage units with kitchens or kitchenettes — a practical base for island exploration.

value: The Tides Cottages

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: oceanfront heritage cottage resort, Pender Island; per-cottage $220-300

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: continuously run as a resort since 1942… seasonal pool and year-round hot tub


value: 15652 Hwy 37N, Meziadin Junction, BC

community: Meziadin Junction

value: Meziadin Junction is a full-service rest stop on Highway 37N in remote northern BC, operated as an Indigenous-owned business on Gitanyow territory and recipient of the 2014 BC Aboriginal Business Outstanding Achievement Award. It combines motel rooms, a restaurant, a general store, and industrial camp services in one complex, making it a rare oasis for travelers — including cyclists — heading toward Alaska or exploring the Cassiar Highway corridor. The surrounding area offers access to Meziadin Lake Provincial Park, Bear Glacier, and salmon-spawning creeks.

value: Meziadin Junction

detail: Website states 'be sure to stop by for some convenient breakfast before you head out' and lists breakfast availability beginning at 5:00 am

detail: Website accommodations page explicitly lists 'laundry services' among room conveniences

detail: On-site restaurant is situated 'conveniently alongside our accommodations' and serves lunch and dinner

detail: Meziadin Junction General Store is described as located 'just steps away' from the motel rooms

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned business on Gitanyow territory...2014 BC Aboriginal Business Outstanding Achievement Award


value: 6507 Main Street, Vancouver

value: Tim Hortons


value: 274 Gower Point Road, Gibsons, BC V0N 1V0

community: Gibsons

value: Leo's Tapas & Grill has been a community fixture in lower Gibsons since 1999, serving authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine including charbroiled dishes, seafood, house-made tapas, and whole-wheat pizzas. The restaurant features summer patio seating in the heart of lower Gibsons, live music and belly dancing on weekend nights, and a full catering service for events. Cyclists finishing a Sunshine Coast ride will find a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere with dine-in, takeout, and local delivery options.

value: Leo's Tapas & Grill Greek Cuisine

signal: Greek/Med tapas & grill, pizzas; ~$18-28pp


value: Woodgrove Mall Food Court, Nanaimo, BC

value: Pho 11 is a family-owned Vietnamese restaurant tucked into the Woodgrove Mall food court in Nanaimo, serving authentic pho, banh mi subs, rice and vermicelli bowls, and fresh salad rolls. The kitchen emphasizes locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and caters explicitly to gluten-free and vegan diners with dedicated menus. It also offers online ordering and third-party delivery through DoorDash, Skip The Dishes, and Uber Eats.

value: Pho 11 Noodle Bar

detail: Dedicated Gluten Free Menu and Vegan Menu pages on website; multiple dishes explicitly labelled 'Gluten Free & Vegan' (e.g. Veggie & Tofu Pho, Kimchi Salad Roll, Plain Noodle Soup)

signal: Pho noodle bar in food court; instructions explicitly classify as band 1


value: 5930 Roosen Road

blurb: Creekside nature reserve near Kleindale on the Sunshine Coast.

community: Kleindale

value: John Daly Park, also known as the John Daly Nature Reserve and by its Sechelt (Shíshálh) name ḵelx̱aminkwu, is a nature reserve managed by the Sunshine Coast Regional District on BC's Sunshine Coast. The park sits at 5930 Roosen Road and offers a natural green space in the region. Touring cyclists exploring the Sunshine Coast may find it a worthwhile scenic stop, though specific trail and facility details are not confirmed from available sources.

planning: walk-up

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: John Daly Park

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: SCRD nature reserve (ḵelx̱aminkwu); thin record.


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 32m.

value: Eats at the Pier is a seasonal fast-food kiosk located at a pier in the North Vancouver area, serving burgers and ice cream. It operates on a summer schedule according to the OSM note, making it a potential warm-weather stop for cyclists exploring the waterfront. Beyond the pier setting and menu basics, no additional detail about the venue is available from current sources.

value: Eats at the Pier


value: 1716 20th Avenue, V2L 4B8

community: Prince George

value: A&W

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 5937 Hastings Street

community: Burnaby

value: Pho 101 is a Vietnamese restaurant and bubble tea spot on the Hastings Street corridor, serving pho and other Vietnamese dishes alongside bubble tea drinks. The combination of hearty noodle soups and refreshing bubble teas makes it a practical refuelling stop for a cyclist. Its location on Hastings Street places it along a busy arterial route through the Burnaby area.

value: Pho 101


value: 1812 Vedder Way, Abbotsford, V2S 8K1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 29m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Walmart Supercentre Store #3019 is a large-format department and grocery store serving east Abbotsford, stocking a full range of food staples alongside electronics, clothing, and general merchandise. For a touring cyclist it serves as a one-stop resupply point with accessible washrooms and free in-store Wi-Fi. The store is wheelchair accessible throughout.

value: Walmart

wow_evidence: Walmart Supercenter in ... Store 3019


value: 1494 Old Bridge Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 41m; rack at 70m.

community: Vancouver

value: The Liberty Distillery has been producing Vancouver's first hand-crafted artisanal spirits from 100% organic BC grain since opening on Granville Island in 2013, running the full grain-to-glass process on-site in handmade copper stills. Cyclists can step into the full-service cocktail lounge and sip signature drinks at a 125-year-old antique bar, or pick up award-winning vodka, gin, and whiskey to take home from the in-store shop. Granville Island is a natural waypoint on Vancouver's seawall cycling route, making this distillery a distinctive rest stop.

value: The Liberty Distillery


value: 1900 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4K8

value: Red Cedar Café is a registered non-profit community meal program founded in April 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, operating out of a commercial kitchen at 1900 Douglas Street in Victoria. It prepares around 1,000 free or pay-what-you-can frozen meals weekly — vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options included — and runs a Free Store distributing produce, bread, and groceries from the same location. A touring cyclist in need of accessible food support will find a welcoming, volunteer-run operation rooted in mutual aid principles.

value: Red Cedar Cafe

detail: Website states: 'We provide vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options where possible' and 'Our weekly menus offer meat-based, vegetarian, gluten-free and vegan options.'

signal: non-profit free/pay-what-you-can meal program (not a commercial restaurant)

wow_evidence: registered non-profit... 1,000 free or pay-what-you-can frozen meals weekly


value: 8256 N Island Hwy, Black Creek, BC V9W 2K6

community: Black Creek

value: A roadside burger bus parked on the North Island Highway in Black Creek, serving homemade burgers, specialty hot dogs, poutine, chicken strips, soups, and hot beverages. The converted bus format makes it a distinctive stop along the Island's main touring corridor between Campbell River and points north. Online pickup ordering is available through its Square storefront.

value: Double Deckker Breakfast and Burger Bus

signal: Food truck; burgers CAD$13–17 (~$9–12 USD), fries under CAD$11


value: 6539 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC V5P 3X8

value: Supreme Pizza is a neighbourhood pizzeria on Victoria Drive in East Vancouver offering handcrafted classic and specialty pizzas alongside pasta, chicken wings, and salads. The menu includes a dedicated Veggie Pizza and multiple specialty pies, with ordering available direct, through Skip the Dishes, Uber Eats, and DoorDash. It is a pickup and delivery-focused operation serving the residential neighbourhood.

value: Supreme Pizza

detail: Website mentions 'Veggie Pizza, made with a delicious blend of fresh vegetables and savory herbs' as a named menu item; no explicit vegan or GF claims found


value: 575 Central Avenue, Grand Forks, V0H 1H0

community: Grand Forks

value: Subway is a fast-food sandwich chain offering quick meals and takeout service. Located in downtown Grand Forks, it provides a convenient option for touring cyclists passing through the community.

value: Subway


value: 398 Robson Street, Vancouver, V6B 6M3

bike_parking_detail: 21 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (12 spaces) at 42m; stands (5 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (12 spaces) at 46m; stands (3 spaces) at 47m; stands (21 spaces) at 57m; stands (21 spaces) at 59m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; bollard (2 spaces) at 92m; bollard (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 112 spaces.

value: Chipotle Mexican Grill is a fast-casual chain serving customizable burritos, bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and salads made with responsibly sourced ingredients and no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Located on Robson Street near Homer, this location offers both in-store pickup and delivery. The outdoor seating and central downtown Vancouver location make it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Chipotle

signal: chain 'chipotle'


value: 6036 Glover Road

community: Langley

value: Tim Hortons


value: 840 Howe Street, Vancouver, V6E 1C2

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (4 spaces) at 55m; stands (12 spaces) at 60m; stands (8 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (8 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 40 spaces.

value: Pane E Formaggio is a family-owned artisanal bakery in downtown Vancouver that has been crafting sourdough breads, pastries, and sweet treats using traditional recipes since 2005. The bakery maintains a decade-old sourdough starter and sources ingredients from local farmers committed to sustainability. Beyond walk-in retail, it offers catering and wholesale services, and provides both indoor and outdoor seating for customers.

value: Pane E Formaggio

signal: shop=bakery

wow_evidence: family-owned artisanal bakery... traditional recipes since 2005... decade-old sourdough starter


value: 658 Homer Street, Vancouver, V6B 2R4

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 28m; bollard (2 spaces) at 28m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 39m; bollard (2 spaces) at 41m; bollard (2 spaces) at 43m; bollard (2 spaces) at 59m; bollard (2 spaces) at 68m; bollard (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (6 spaces) at 72m; stands (6 spaces) at 72m; stands (6 spaces) at 72m; bollard (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (6 spaces) at 88m. Total: 54 spaces.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 4420 Red Mountain Road, Rossland, BC V0G 1Y0

value: The Red Shutter Inn is a small, historic six-room inn at Red Mountain Resort in Rossland, BC, built in the 1960s and now owned by Big Red Cats cat skiing company. It has a casual 'ski club' atmosphere centered on a wood stove lounge and a large outdoor hot tub, and also offers a self-contained A-Frame Cabin next door for groups wanting a basic kitchen. Summer guests can use the BBQ on site, and the inn is a short walk from the resort lifts and close to local restaurants.

google_place_id: ChIJazjKhWbQYlMRnlRsEwOEFXE

value: Red Shutter Inn

detail: Website states 'We are also conveniently located to nearby restaurants.'

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: $196/room double occupancy

wow_evidence: large outdoor hot tub


value: Pacific Marine Rd, Port Renfrew, BC V0S 1K0, Canada

bike_access: rough

character: pleasant

kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

category: Camping

community: Port Renfrew

source: camping

value: A quiet 20-site camp on the shores of Lizard Lake in the forests of Vancouver Island, offering a peaceful lakeside stop with basic facilities; accessed via gravel forest service road.

value: Lizard Lake Campground

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 1090A Main Street, Valemount, V0E 2Z0

blurb: Valemount's library, lending everything from books to a telescope.

community: Valemount

value: Valemount Public Library is a community hub in this small mountain town, notable for an unusually eclectic 'Library of Things' collection that includes snowshoes, a drone, VR headsets, a telescope, and outdoor summer games alongside traditional books. The library offers computer training and serves as a public gathering space for events, author talks, and community programs. For a touring cyclist passing through Valemount, it represents a welcoming, free public resource in a town with limited services.

days_closed: Mo Su

value: Valemount Public Library

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Community library lending snowshoes, a drone, and a telescope; ordinary library band with charm.


value: 611 School Rd, Gibsons, BC V0N 1V1

value: Smoke on the Water is a BBQ shack perched on the wharf in Gibsons, BC, where owner Chris Van Nus slow-smokes meats on-site over real hardwood using techniques learned from a World Champion Pit-master in Arkansas. The menu centres on pulled pork, brisket, and heritage chicken sandwiches made with locally sourced ingredients, alongside platters and sides. Primarily a takeout operation with 14 outdoor seats overlooking Gibsons Harbour, it is a compelling fuel stop for cyclists touring the Sunshine Coast.

value: Smoke on the Water

detail: Menu includes Pulled Jackfruit sandwich (vegan: jackfruit smoked with alder wood in Kansas City BBQ sauce); Wild Prawn Tacos offered with 'gluten free Tempura Batter' and corn tortilla available on request

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: PO BOX 591, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 3R5

blurb: Liveaboard salmon and halibut charters out of Prince Rupert.

community: Prince Rupert

value: D&L Fishing Charters offers multi-day saltwater fishing trips out of Prince Rupert, BC, targeting trophy Chinook and Coho salmon, halibut, cod, and snapper along the North Coast. The charter vessel 'The Crescent' is a 39-foot west coast cruiser with five bunks, a full galley, and a washroom with shower, making it a liveaboard experience. Captain Dennis Langdale brings over 36 years of local marine expertise and offers a guaranteed-catch policy.

dwell: day

facet_confidence: low

label: Chinook & Coho salmon season

months: July August September

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC

value: D & L Fishing Charters

detail: Onboard washroom includes a shower per the /the-boat subpage

origin: manual

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: Multi-day fishing charter with onboard accommodation, professional captain

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Established multi-day liveaboard fishing charter (36 years); a booked expedition, not a casual stop; filed as Museum/Gallery.


blurb: The Cheewhat Giant, Canada's largest known tree, hidden near Nitinat Lake.

community: Clo-oose

value: The Cheewhat Cedar is an ancient evergreen tree on the west coast of Vancouver Island, recognized in OpenStreetMap as a tourism attraction — its designation implies it is a specimen of exceptional size or significance. It sits in a remote coastal wilderness setting near Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, making it the kind of singular natural landmark that rewards cyclists willing to venture deep into BC's wild west coast.

value: Cheewhat Giant

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: Free admission stated for Parks Canada national parks

wow_evidence: The Cheewhat Giant is Canada's largest known tree (own knowledge; record undersells it) — national superlative, remote pilgrimage in Pacific Rim NPR backcountry.


bike_access: hard

character: destination

kid_friendly: no

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Cathedral

value: Remote rec site at the Blaeberry River trailhead for the historic Howse Pass wilderness trail, reached via roughly 41km of active forest service road from Golden; no confirmed amenities and demanding FSR access make this a committed backcountry objective.

value: Cairnes Creek Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground


category: Transport

source: manual

value: Sunshine Coast Connector runs a daily scheduled bus along the lower Sunshine Coast, linking the Langdale ferry terminal to Powell River via Earl's Cove, with stops in Gibsons, Sechelt, Roberts Creek, and other communities along Highway 101. Bikes travel on a rack mounted to the bus (no box needed) for CAD $20; e-bikes under 80 lbs are also accepted for CAD $40. Rack space is limited, so reserve your bike or e-bike spot in advance — confirm current fares and space with the operator before travel.

source: ptboard-icb

value: Sunshine Coast Connector

origin: transport

subcategory: Bus / Public Transit

source: llm-examine

wow_evidence: Scheduled bus along the lower Sunshine Coast between Powell River and the Langdale ferry terminal


value: 321 Selby Street, Old City Quarter, Nanaimo, BC

community: Nanaimo

value: Black Rabbit Kitchen occupies a beautifully restored historic train station in Nanaimo's Old City Quarter, serving seasonal shared plates made entirely from scratch — including the bread, mayo, and sauces — with a focus on local ingredients and whole-animal butchery. Opened in 2022, it anchors a multi-concept building that also houses White Rabbit Coffee Co., The General Store, and The Attic private dining room. A touring cyclist can move from a morning coffee and gluten-free baked good to a full shared-plate lunch or dinner without leaving the complex.

value: Black Rabbit Kitchen

detail: White Rabbit Coffee Co. (adjoining space, same building) has 'dedicated workstations with plugs built specifically for solo visitors and laptop workers.'

detail: White Rabbit Coffee Co. (same building, same kitchen team) confirms baked goods are gluten-free and vegan as standard. Restaurant menu pages note dietary restrictions can be flagged at reservation for best accommodation

signal: seasonal shared plates, whole-animal, scratch; ~$25-38pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 724 Sydney Avenue, Kamloops, V2B 1M9

community: Kamloops

value: Señor Froggy is a Mexican fast-food restaurant located in a multi-unit commercial building on Sydney Avenue in Kamloops' North Shore. The restaurant operates a salsa bar and offers a catering service alongside its regular menu. Cyclists passing through this part of Kamloops would find a Mexican food option with gluten-friendly menu items.

value: Señor Froggy

detail: Menu page lists 'Gluten Friendly' as a menu attribute alongside nutritional info and allergen information


value: 894 Wembley Rd, Parksville, BC

community: French Creek

value: French Creek Bistro is a casual breakfast-and-lunch restaurant near Parksville on Vancouver Island, offering a broad all-day breakfast menu alongside soups, hot sandwiches, burgers, and fish and chips. The bistro occupies its own building on Wembley Road and presents a straightforward, hearty menu well suited to hungry riders looking for a proper sit-down meal. An unusual dessert offering — Gulab Jamun with ice cream — gives the menu a distinctive personal touch.

value: French Creek Bistro

signal: Most mains $15-17; breakfast items mostly under $15; casual bistro


value: 1356 Sumas Way, Abbotsford, BC, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 46m. Total: 2 spaces.

blurb: Demonstration dairy with tours, petting zoo, and farm market.

value: Bakerview EcoDairy, also known as EcoFarm Discovery Centre, is a non-profit working demonstration farm that operates in partnership with Science World, offering guided dairy and farm tours, field trips, kids camps, and a free outdoor petting zoo. Touring cyclists can browse the on-site Seasons Farm Market, which carries EcoDairy milk, ice cream, eggs, and grass-fed beef. The main dairy barn and some tour areas are wheelchair accessible, and the farm is open year-round.

theme: science-family

value: Bakerview EcoDairy

detail: Seasons Farm Market is located on-site and carries EcoDairy milk, vanilla ice cream, EcoFarm ungraded eggs, and Hanks grass-fed beef (per FAQ page)

signal: farm tours ~$10-15; petting zoo free

wow_evidence: Demonstration dairy farm partnered with Science World — tours, free petting zoo, farm market; distinctive family stop.


community: Port Coquitlam

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 2250 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5N 2T7

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 36m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 36m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 38m; stands (1 space) at 78m; stands (4 spaces) at 95m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Obanhmi is a sandwich shop on Kingsway, Vancouver's vibrant East Side arterial corridor, with a name that strongly suggests a Vietnamese bánh mì focus. Situated on a well-traveled cycling route connecting Burnaby to downtown Vancouver, it offers a convenient midpoint rest stop. The OSM record lists it as a sit-down restaurant with extended daily hours.

value: Obanhmi

signal: cuisine=sandwich

wow_evidence: sandwich shop on Kingsway


value: 4820 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 86m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Kernels Popcorn is a 100% Canadian-owned popcorn franchise founded in 1983, with this location operating as a mall kiosk on the upper level at 4820 Kingsway. The shop offers a wide range of flavoured popcorn varieties — all gluten-free and whole-grain, with no nuts used in any product or ingredient sourcing. With no on-site seating of any kind, it functions strictly as a quick grab-and-go snack stop.

value: Kernels Popcorn

detail: Website menu page states 'GLUTEN FREE — Corn is the basis for any No Gluten diet, and so we ensure nothing is added to change that' and 'WHOLE GRAIN — Every Kernels product starts with an all-natural Whole Grain.'

wow_evidence: 100% Canadian-owned popcorn franchise...mall kiosk on the upper level at 4820 Kingsway


value: 1450-4771 McClelland Road, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: rack at 27m; stands (4 spaces) at 39m; bollard at 43m; stands (4 spaces) at 55m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 57m; rack at 59m; stands (4 spaces) at 67m; stands at 84m; stands at 84m; stands at 87m; stands at 87m; stands at 89m; stands at 98m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Happy Day Cafe is a Hong Kong-style restaurant with locations in Richmond and Vancouver, serving classic Cantonese dishes alongside other Asian-inspired creations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Richmond outpost is a unit-based location within a larger complex on McClelland Road, offering both comfortable dine-in seating and a full online ordering system with self pick-up. Touring cyclists in south Richmond will find it a convenient stop for a sit-down meal or a quick takeout order.

value: Happy Day Cafe

signal: HK-style cafe, Cantonese comfort; ~$12-20pp


value: 1127 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T7

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (6 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (6 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Darcy's Pub is a downtown Victoria pub on Wharf Street serving house-made west coast pub fare alongside a curated selection of local BC beers and original cocktails. The venue hosts regular live music events and features both indoor and outdoor seating. It is an adults-only (19+) licensed establishment.

value: Darcy's Pub

detail: Website states 'House made west coast pub fare with gluten friendly and vegan options.'

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: house-made west coast pub fare … curated selection of local BC beers … regular live music


value: #150 3500 Moncton Street, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 32m; rack at 34m; rack (2 spaces) at 42m; rack at 55m; rack at 57m; stands (5 spaces) at 66m; stands (7 spaces) at 75m; rack at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; rack (5 spaces) at 99m. Total: 27 spaces.

value: Kun's Omakase Bar is an intimate Japanese restaurant in Richmond offering seasonal omakase-style dining, with a focus on fresh, quality ingredients and personalized customization. Executive Chef Kun's team aims to educate guests about authentic Japanese cuisine while adapting dishes to individual tastes. The restaurant currently operates as regular dine-in with delivery available through Uber Eats.

value: Kun's Omakase Bar

label: Fine dining

signal: Named Executive Chef Kun; omakase format (tasting menu equivalent)

wow_evidence: intimate Japanese restaurant… omakase-style dining… Executive Chef Kun's team


value: 101-301 Main Street, Penticton, BC V2A 5B7

community: Penticton

value: Hokuto Sushi & K-Kimbap is a family-owned restaurant bringing Japanese and Korean flavours to downtown Penticton, with a menu spanning hand-rolled sushi, nigiri, kimbap, and bibimbap. The restaurant emphasizes fresh, daily-prepared ingredients and a made-to-order philosophy. Online ordering with pickup is available, making it a convenient stop for cyclists wanting to skip a wait.

value: Hokuto Sushi & K-Kimbap

signal: Family-owned sushi restaurant; quick-service/pickup focus; no fine-dining markers visible

wow_evidence: family-owned restaurant... online ordering with pickup


value: 2469 Highway 97 N, Kelowna, BC

community: Kelowna

value: Hoang Gia is a Vietnamese restaurant in Kelowna near Costco on Highway 97 N, specializing in pho, sushi, and noodles. The restaurant distinguishes itself by using Brant Lake Wagyu Beef — naturally raised, hormone-free Alberta beef — in all beef dishes. Online reservations are available and the dining room is described as having a distinct atmosphere.

value: hoang gai

signal: pho/noodle (wagyu beef), value; ~$15-24pp


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 63m; rack (3 spaces) at 94m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 9436 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3V 5W3, Canada

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'


value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 820 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 13m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 32m; rack at 49m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Bean Around The World is a long-established BC coffee roaster — over 30 years in business — known for small-batch, hand-roasted single-origin and blended coffees. The brand operates multiple retail café locations alongside an online store and roastery headquarters in North Vancouver. A visiting cyclist would find a specialty-coffee-focused stop with a well-regarded regional brand behind it.

value: Bean Around The World

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 5225 Fairmont Resort Road, Fairmont Hot Springs, V0B 1L1

bike_access: easy

washroom_type: flush

community: Fairmont Hot Springs

value: Full-service RV resort in the Columbia Valley with included discounted access to Fairmont's natural mineral hot springs pools; blacktop pull-through sites with full hook-ups, resort amenities, and a $10/day resort experience fee on top of site rates.

value: Fairmont Hot Springs RV Resort


value: Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (4 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Wall Flowers is a cafe-florist combination in Vancouver, offering a unique dual-purpose stop for travelers. The establishment provides food and beverage service in a welcoming indoor environment.

value: Wall Flowers

detail: Vegetarian options confirmed via


value: 6411 Nelson Avenue, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces, covered) at 66m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Uncle Willy's Buffet is a long-established all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant in Burnaby, famous for their fried chicken and roast beef that has been on the menu since the 1980s. The rotating daily menu spans a wide variety of dishes including fresh-made wontons, sweet and sour pork, roast chicken, and Friday-night sushi, making it a hearty calorie-replenishment stop for cyclists. The restaurant also offers takeout and hosts private parties with catering.

value: Uncle Willy's Buffet

signal: Buffet format; casual comfort food; drink prices $4


value: 8342 130 Street, Surrey, V3W8J9

value: Golden Samosa Bakery is a long-established South Asian bakery in Surrey with over 30 years of history, producing more than a million handcrafted samosas annually. Known for their award-winning samosas in multiple varieties — potato-peas, paneer, chicken, and beef — the bakery also serves pakoras, chana masala, and samosa meals. It is a popular stop for bulk orders and community events, with a loyal following across Metro Vancouver.

value: Golden Samosa Bakery

detail: Website lists freshly made samosas, chana masala, pakoras, and samosa meal plates available daily at the 130 Street location

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: over 30 years of history, producing more than a million handcrafted samosas annually... loyal following across Metro Vancouver


value: 206-20690 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2P8

community: Maple Ridge

value: Townhall Public House is a contemporary pub restaurant operated by JRG Restaurant Group on Lougheed Highway in Maple Ridge, offering classic pub fare with a modern twist — from chicken wings and perogies to pizza and brunch. The space is designed to feel like a neighbourhood gathering place, with a full bar program, group booking options, and an online ordering system. Touring cyclists would find a solid mid-ride meal stop with a broad menu including dietary-friendly options.

value: Townhall Public House

detail: Menu page explicitly labels items as VEGETARIAN, VEGAN, GLUTEN AWARE, and DAIRY-FREE

signal: JRG pub, apps $12-20, pub fare; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: JRG Restaurant Group


value: 2680 Mount Baldy Rd, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0

blurb: Baldy Mountain resort above Oliver; summer markets and a hilltop coffee bar.

community: Mount Baldy

value: Baldy Mountain Resort is a four-season mountain destination perched above the South Okanagan near Oliver, with a summit of 2,310 m and over 600 acres of skiable and gladed terrain receiving 25–35 feet of dry desert powder annually. In summer the mountain hosts artisan markets, disc golf, and a hilltop coffee bar with panoramic views over Canada's only natural desert and the surrounding wine country. The access road is partly unpaved, making it a realistic destination for gravel or mountain bikers exploring the Oliver–Osoyoos corridor.

label: peak powder season

months: January February March

season: winter

value: Mt. Baldy Ski Area

detail: Three venues

wow_evidence: Four-season hill with real summer offer (markets, disc golf, hilltop coffee bar over the desert); day-enhancing stop.


value: #1214-4580 Brentwood Boulevard, Burnaby, BC V5C 0K3

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 79m; stands (10 spaces) at 82m; stands (10 spaces) at 85m; stands (22 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 50 spaces.

value: Small Victory Bakery is a family-owned artisan bakery and cafe with roots in an immigrant family's baking tradition, now operating four locations across the Vancouver area. The Brentwood outpost sits inside Brentwood Town Centre mall on Level 2, serving specialty breads, croissants, pastries, brunch, and lunch in an indoor setting. Touring cyclists stopping in Burnaby can pick up freshly baked loaves to carry on the road alongside specialty coffee and hot savory food.

value: Small Victory Bakery

detail: Brunch menu includes quiche, egg sandwiches, avocado toast, and oats; lunch menu includes sandwiches (turkey bacon avocado, chicken caesar, focaccia), power bowl, and seasonal soup

wow_evidence: family-owned artisan bakery... four locations across the Vancouver area


value: 551 11 Ave, Kamloops, BC V2C 2S3

value: Scott's Inn & Suites is a budget-friendly, centrally located hotel in downtown Kamloops that has been in operation for over 60 years. The property offers studio through three-bedroom suites, many with full kitchenettes, making it well-suited for touring cyclists on multi-day or extended routes. On-site amenities include a grab-and-go food and coffee counter, a rooftop sundeck with BBQ, and free parking with space for large or oversized vehicles.

value: Scott's Inn & Suites

detail: Website lists 'Guest Laundry – Convenient on-site laundry for long-term stay guests' as a named amenity on both the front page and the /amenities-draft/ subpage

signal: Explicitly advertises starting rate of $84/night; budget hotel positioning

wow_evidence: in operation for over 60 years; guest laundry and superfast free Wi-Fi explicitly listed as amenities


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 89m; rack (2 spaces) at 92m; bollard (12 spaces) at 98m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Comox

value: Freshslice Pizza

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 800 Kawkawa Lake Rd, Hope, BC V0X 1L4

price_band: standard

community: Hope

value: A well-serviced, family-oriented campground along the Coquihalla River in Hope, with riverfront and forested sites plus showers, laundry, and a playground on site; a bike park and disc golf course sit directly across the street, and the season runs late April through mid-October.

value: Coquihalla Campground

wow_evidence: Showers, laundry, Wi-Fi... a bike park and disc golf course sit directly across the street


value: 55 Kingsway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands at 7m; stands (5 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (24 spaces) at 24m; stands (6 spaces) at 47m; stands (3 spaces) at 55m; stands (7 spaces) at 85m; rack (7 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 99m. Total: 68 spaces.

value: La Petite Cuillère is a well-established English-style tea house anchored in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood, featuring a dramatically decorated interior with vaulted ceilings, custom chandeliers, and velvet couches. The kitchen blends teas in-house and builds its daily menu around tea-infused dishes prepared by a chef de pâtissier, with strong accommodation for vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free diets. Takeaway pastries and loose-leaf teas sold by the bag make it a practical refuelling stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: La Petite Cuillère

detail: Website explicitly states 'offering vegan, gluten free, and nut free options'; menu page lists specific vegan and gluten-free items including cashew-feta tartlets and a raw carrot-and-chai cheesecake

wow_evidence: dramatically decorated interior with vaulted ceilings, custom chandeliers... blends teas in-house... chef de pâtissier


value: 6720 Hart Highway, Prince George, V2K 3A6

community: Prince George

value: Tim Hortons


value: 46325 Yale Road, Chilliwack

community: Chilliwack

value: Popeyes

signal: chain 'popeyes'


value: 46001 Lougheed Highway

community: Harrison Mills

value: The Sasquatch Inn is a small, family-owned country inn in Harrison Mills, BC, built by the Maclean family in 1954 and still operated by them today — celebrating 72 years in 2026. Set on the Lougheed Highway about an hour east of Vancouver, it offers 12 guest rooms alongside a full pub and liquor store in a single roadside complex. The inn has a long tradition of community events including an annual Motorcycle Show & Shine, making it a well-known stop along this corridor.

value: Sasquatch Inn

detail: On-site pub serves food until 10pm Sun–Thu and 11pm Fri–Sat

signal: 12-room 1954 country inn over a pub, Lougheed Hwy; ~$100-130


value: 170 Brew Street, Port Moody, V3H 0E7

community: Port Moody

value: Thrifty Foods

subcategory: Grocery Store


community: Abbotsford

value: Shell Select Express


value: 112 Kildonan Avenue, Enderby, BC V4Y 4A7

label: river floating season

months: July August

community: Enderby

value: A well-maintained city-owned campground on the banks of the Shuswap River in Enderby, with flush washrooms, hot showers, a boat launch, and downtown shops a short walk along the riverwalk. Unserviced tent sites sit at $35/night and the site skews toward RV guests, but it works well as a comfortable riverside stop on the Kelowna–Kamloops corridor.

value: Riverside RV Park and Campground

wow_evidence: full washroom facilities on site, including hot showers...easy access to restaurants


value: 4220 Biggs Rd., Nanaimo, BC V9T 5P9

community: Wellington

value: A third-generation family-run campground on Brannen Lake with 130+ forested sites and a private beach, just minutes from Nanaimo's services — a practical lakeside base with a suburban-park feel rather than a wilderness retreat.

value: Brannen Lake RV Park & Campsite


value: 201 East 7th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 36m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 44m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (7 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m. Total: 27 spaces.

value: Como Taperia is a Spanish-style tapas restaurant located on East 7th Avenue in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood. The taperia format — small shared plates — can be a welcome change of pace for touring cyclists looking for a relaxed, social dining experience after a day on the road.

value: Como Taperia

signal: Michelin Spanish tapas, foie gras, premium wine; ~$35-55pp


value: 29677 Lougheed Highway

community: Mission

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 3010 152 Street, Surrey

value: Nando's

signal: chain 'nando'


value: 2935 Tillicum Road

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 51m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 53m; rack (4 spaces) at 81m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Saanich


value: Suite 300 - 6551 Aulds Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6K2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 54m; rack at 74m.

community: Nanaimo

value: Milano's Ristorante is a long-established Italian and Mediterranean restaurant in North Nanaimo, founded by the Mavrikos family whose restaurant roots stretch back to 1974 in Victoria. Specialising in house-made pizza, pasta, and Greek-influenced dishes with fresh daily preparation, it has earned a loyal local following over more than two decades under the Milano's name. A partnership with the nearby Avalon Cinema Complex for 'Dinner and a Movie' packages adds a distinctive local character.

value: Milano's

detail: Dedicated 'Delivery & Takeout' page on website confirms takeout is available; delivery described as available until 3 PM

detail: Explicit 'Gluten Free' menu section with 11" gluten-free pizza crusts and Daiya vegan cheese substitution option; vegetarian items include Vegetarian Lasagna, Grilled Veggie Quiche, and Greek salad

signal: $13.99 pizza & pasta night; breakfast items $14.99–$21.99


value: 3880 Grant McConachie Way

community: Richmond

value: Wendy's

signal: chain 'wendy'


value: 1315 Burrard Street, Vancouver BC, V6Z 1Z7

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces, covered) at 5m; wall_loops (3 spaces) at 33m; stands (4 spaces) at 76m; stands (14 spaces) at 91m; stands (5 spaces) at 99m. Total: 31 spaces.

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Vancouver

value: Bee's Knees eBike Tours and Rentals is a bicycle shop on Burrard Street in Vancouver offering eBike and regular bike rentals alongside a full repair workshop that accepts walk-ins without an appointment. The shop is also a guided tour operator, running multilingual tours through Stanley Park, Kitsilano, UBC, and Coal Harbour. Rental packages include helmet, lock, handlebar bag, and a bike map, making it a one-stop resource for visitors arriving without a bicycle.

value: Bee's Knees eBike Tours and Rentals

detail: EBikes and regular bikes available in multiple rental durations (1 hour to 1 week); all rentals include helmet, lock, small handlebar bag, and a bike map. Baby seats and kids bike chariots also available as add-ons

detail: Services page lists 'Flat repair rear drive eBike' as a distinct service item, and the shop specialises in eBikes throughout its offerings

detail: Guided tours offered through expert, multilingual guides covering Stanley Park and Seawall, Coal Harbour and Downtown Vancouver, Kitsilano and UBC, and 'The Big Hive'

detail: Bee's Knees provides a full range of bicycle repair services. In no time, with no need for an appointment.

subcategory: Rentals


value: 8838 Capstan Way #1438, Richmond, BC V6X4A7

value: Cantonese BBQ is an authentic Cantonese restaurant in Richmond's Capstan Way area specialising in traditional roast meats — think soy-sauce chicken, char siu, and roast duck — served as platter combinations or over rice. It is one of two Lower Mainland locations and offers online ordering with quick pickup, making it a practical stop for cyclists fuelling up in the No. 3 Road / Capstan corridor.

value: Cantonese BBQ

signal: Main items $16.50–$41.80; casual Cantonese BBQ, typical sit-down combos

wow_evidence: one of two Lower Mainland locations


value: 654 Harper Road, Quathiaski Cove, V0P 1N0

blurb: Public library at Quathiaski Cove, a short ride from the Quadra ferry.

community: Quathiaski Cove

value: The Quadra Island branch of Vancouver Island Regional Library has served the Quathiaski Cove community since 1988, situated on the unceded traditional territory of the Wei Wai Kai First Nation. It is part of a large regional public library system spanning Vancouver Island and adjacent islands, and is currently undergoing an expansion to improve services. For a touring cyclist arriving by ferry to Quadra Island, this public library offers free Wi-Fi and a welcoming community space.

value: Quadra Island Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


label: trout fishing

months: May June July August

community: Tumbler Ridge

value: A free lakeside rec site set back 5.5 km on a gravel Forest Service Road near Tumbler Ridge, with a small dock and a Rainbow Trout–stocked lake; ATV trails surround the area and 15 pads handle overflow use.

value: Moose Lake Campground


value: 45920 First Avenue, Chilliwack, BC V2P 7K1

value: Coast Chilliwack Hotel by APA is a 110-room full-service chain hotel operated by Coast Hotels, situated close to downtown Chilliwack in the Fraser Valley. The property offers an indoor pool, sauna, hot tub, fitness centre, and on-site dining at Montana's BBQ & Bar, which serves smoked BBQ and comfort food. It sits a short drive from Highway 1 with free self-parking on site, making it a convenient overnight stop for cyclists touring the Fraser Valley.

value: Coast Chilliwack Hotel by APA

detail: Montana's BBQ & Bar is on-site, described as serving in-house smoked BBQ, Canadian comfort-food favourites, and hearty breakfasts from early morning to late night

detail: Website lists a '24/7 lobby market' on-site

signal: chain 'coast hotel'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 619 Cliff Street

community: Bella Coola

value: Bella Coola Cumbrian Inn is a hotel in Bella Coola, BC, located on Cliff Street and providing accommodation for travelers visiting the area.

value: Bella Coola Cumbrian Inn

signal: no info; small-town Bella Coola hotel; $100-140

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast


value: Campbell River

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: staple (2 spaces, covered) at 12m; staple (3 spaces, covered) at 21m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Campbell River

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 3109 West Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2C5

community: Qualicum Beach

value: A well-stocked liquor store on the Island Highway in Qualicum Beach, directly across from the beach with easy parking, making it a convenient stop for touring cyclists. It is part of the larger Shady Rest complex, which also includes a restaurant and pub. The store carries over 500 international and BC wines, craft beer, locally made spirits, and ice-cold ready-to-drink options with no chill charge.

value: Shady Rest Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: part of The Shady Rest Restaurant, Pub & Liquor Store complex on West Island Highway


community: Harrison Hot Springs

value: A free, four-site rec site on a small, no-motorboat lake off the West Harrison Forest Service Road, reached by a 4WD-only spur; the quiet water draws anglers and hikers but the access road makes it a non-starter for loaded touring bikes.

value: Francis Lake Campground


value: 2150 Old Okanagan Hwy, Westbank, BC V4T 2Z2, Canada

community: Westbank

value: Lighthouse RV Park


value: 1742 Main Street

community: Penticton

value: 5000 Motel is a roadside accommodation located on Main Street in Penticton. It offers basic guest rooms in a cycling-friendly region. Specific amenities and bike-friendly features could not be verified due to website unavailability.

value: 5000 Motel

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 2401 Burrard Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (3 spaces) at 38m; stands (5 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; rack (4 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (4 spaces) at 89m; rack (6 spaces, covered) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 34 spaces.

value: Retail liquor store located on Burrard Street in Vancouver. Offers beverages and alcohol products to customers.

value: Burrard Liquor Store

wow_evidence: retail liquor store located on Burrard Street in Vancouver


value: 345 Robson St #101, Vancouver, BC V6B 0H3

bike_parking_detail: 30 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (21 spaces) at 47m; stands (21 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; bollard (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; bollard (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 87m; bollard (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (5 spaces) at 93m; stands (3 spaces) at 96m; stands (12 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 130 spaces.

value: Lovelarte is a charming artisan coffee café on Robson Street in downtown Vancouver, known for skillful latte art and a curated selection of specialty drinks including Spanish lattes and oat lattes. The café pairs its coffee with house-baked goods like pistachio raspberry tarts and muffins, and cultivates a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that regulars praise as a community hub.

value: lovelarte

detail: Menu consists entirely of coffee drinks and baked goods (muffins, tartlets, pistachio raspberry tart), which are vegetarian

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: artisan coffee café on Robson Street... regulars praise as a community hub


value: 453 Old Hope-Princeton Way, Hope, V0X 1L4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 27m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Hope

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 449 South Birch Avenue, 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0

blurb: Regional-district library hub in 100 Mile House; Wi-Fi, computers, Library of Things.

community: 100 Mile House

value: The 100 Mile House Branch of the Cariboo Regional District Library is the public library hub for the South Cariboo region, operated by the Cariboo Regional District. It offers free Wi-Fi, public computers, scanning, and one-on-one tech support — practical amenities for a touring cyclist needing connectivity in a small Interior BC community. The branch also loans a Library of Things collection including specialty items, and hosts regular community programming.

value: 100 Mile House Library Branch

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Regional library hub branch; practical amenities, ordinary library delight.


value: 41679 Lougheed Hwy, Deroche, BC V0M 1G0

community: Deroche

value: Deroche appears to be a small retail store located along the Lougheed Highway in the rural community of Deroche, BC. The OSM record tags it as an alcohol shop, though the Facebook page slug ('DerocheGeneralStore') hints at a broader general store offering. This stretch of the Lougheed Highway through the Fraser Valley is a popular cycling corridor with limited services, making any local stop potentially valuable to touring cyclists.

value: Deroche General Store & Liquor


value: 4160 Hastings Street, Burnaby, V5C 2J4

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (covered) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Mumbaiyaa is a purely vegetarian Mumbai street food restaurant in Burnaby, founded by Mumbai-born millennials who wanted to recreate the authentic snacks of their youth — from spicy Vada Pav to tangy Pani Puri and Pav Bhaji. The restaurant's name blends 'Mumbai' with 'yaa,' the Marathi word for 'come,' reflecting its mission to bring the communal, flavour-forward spirit of Mumbai's streets to Canada. Cyclists stopping here will find an entirely plant-based menu of bold Indian street food with a vibrant, eclectic atmosphere described as mirroring the streets of Mumbai.

value: Mumbaiyaa Street Foods

detail: Website repeatedly describes 'purely vegetarian paradise' and 'focus on pure vegetarian cuisine'

signal: Street food with pickup model; vada pav and pani puri are Mumbai's cheapest street snacks


value: 5808 Southridge Avenue

community: Prince George

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands at 49m; stands at 58m.

value: MAD Chicken is a takeout stall in Simon Fraser University's MBC Food Court on the Burnaby campus, serving an American-Asian fusion menu of crispy fried chicken, ramen, beef noodle soup, and dumplings. As part of SFU's campus food program, it sits within a large university building with full campus amenities nearby. A touring cyclist ascending Burnaby Mountain would find it a convenient hot-meal stop during the week.

value: MAD Chicken

detail: Website describes grab-and-go food court stall with no dine-in context


value: 769 Hornby Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (5 spaces) at 76m; stands (3 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (3 spaces) at 98m. Total: 23 spaces.

value: Faubourg is a family-owned French bakery and café founded in Vancouver in 2010, with its Downtown flagship at 769 Hornby Street. The shop specialises in traditional Parisian breads baked five times daily in an oven imported from France, alongside viennoiseries, pastries, macarons, and a full savoury menu of sandwiches, quiches, and soups. It is one of three Vancouver locations and draws on artisan production techniques for everything from espresso blends to hand-crafted whole cakes.

value: Faubourg Paris

wow_evidence: one of three Vancouver locations...baked five times daily in an oven imported from France


value: 4320 Sundial Crescent, Whistler, V0N 1B4

community: Whistler

value: Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside is a full-service luxury hotel located at the base of Whistler Mountain on Sundial Crescent, steps from the Whistler Blackcomb ski and bike park village. Part of the international Pan Pacific Hotels Group, it offers suite-style accommodation in one of BC's premier mountain resort destinations. Touring cyclists finishing or passing through the Sea-to-Sky corridor will find it centrally placed in Whistler Village.

value: Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside

signal: Pan Pacific slopeside suites at Whistler base; shoulder $300-350


value: 4373 Gallant Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7G 1L1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 23m; stands (1 space) at 59m; rack (3 spaces) at 72m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Honey Doughnuts & Goodies has been a Deep Cove institution since 1996, celebrated for freshly made doughnuts that have drawn fans including Kate Winslet. Situated in the heart of Deep Cove village — a natural endpoint for cycling routes around Indian Arm and the North Shore — the café serves a full menu of breakfasts, house-made sandwiches on vegan potato bread, homemade soups, and specialty espresso drinks. Owners Ashak and Ashifa Saferali have built a community hub equally loved by locals and visiting tourists.

value: Honey Doughnuts & Goodies

detail: Website states 'We have vegetarian and gluten-free options available'; menu lists vegan homemade soups and sandwiches on vegan potato bread; vegetarian menu section listed


value: 6350 Market Avenue, Tsawwassen, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 34m; rack (6 spaces) at 37m; rack at 42m; rack at 42m; rack (8 spaces) at 48m; rack (6 spaces) at 59m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Tsawwassen

value: Four Winds Beach House & Brewery is the Tsawwassen outpost of Four Winds Brewing Co., a well-regarded BC craft brewery celebrated for bold West Coast and European-style beers. The beach house setting features outdoor seating and a full food menu alongside the on-site brewing operation. It is a natural stop for cyclists exploring the Tsawwassen area, offering craft beer, a kitchen, and a relaxed waterfront atmosphere.

value: Four Winds Beach House & Brewery

detail: Not directly contradicted by website content

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: well-regarded BC craft brewery celebrated for bold West Coast and European-style beers ... beach house setting features outdoor seating


value: 800 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster, V3M 0G3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Shefield Express

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 1761 Cowichan Bay Road, Cowichan Bay, V0R 1N0

blurb: Wooden-boat museum along a 100-metre pier in Cowichan Bay village.

community: Cowichan Bay

value: A non-profit maritime museum in the quirky seaside village of Cowichan Bay, operated by the Cowichan Wooden Boat Society since the late 1980s. Visitors walk a 100-meter heritage pier with themed exhibit pods covering Indigenous canoe history, interactive boat-building activities, and meticulously restored vintage motors. The centre also hosts an annual wooden boat festival and maintains an active wooden-boat workshop.

label: Wooden Boat Festival (annual, late summer)

months: August September

value: Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre

signal: non-profit maritime centre; suggested donation/small admission under $15

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Pier museum with exhibit pods on a 100 m heritage wharf, wooden-boat society programs; charming village stop.


value: 969 Denman Street

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces, covered) at 54m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 54m; stands (6 spaces) at 64m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 90m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Panago

label: Cheap eats


value: 45610 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack

community: Chilliwack

value: Sardis Liquor Store is a retail alcohol shop located in the Sardis neighborhood of Chilliwack, BC, on Luckakuck Way. It serves the local community with beer, wine, and spirits, making it a convenient stop for touring cyclists moving through the Fraser Valley corridor. The Sardis area sits near the Trans Canada Trail and popular cycling routes connecting Chilliwack to the broader Lower Mainland.

value: Sardis Liquor Store

wow_evidence: retail alcohol shop… convenient stop for touring cyclists as a resupply stop for beverages


value: 420 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 23 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 29m; stands (12 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (3 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (21 spaces) at 67m; stands (21 spaces) at 68m; stands (4 spaces) at 69m; stands (12 spaces) at 73m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (4 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 120 spaces.

value: Kinton Ramen

signal: Kinton Ramen; ~$16-22pp


value: 301 2nd Avenue, Fernie, V0B 1M0

community: Fernie

value: Himalayan Spice Bistro is a family-owned South Asian restaurant in downtown Fernie, serving dishes crafted with authentic Himalayan spices and ingredients. It offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery, making it a flexible stop for cyclists moving through the Elk Valley. The menu includes vegetarian options alongside a range of traditional South Asian dishes.

value: Himalayan Spice Bistro

detail: Gallery subpage states 'See Menu for Vegetarian Options'

signal: Himalayan/South Asian bistro; ~$15-25pp


value: 80 MacKenzie Boulevard

community: Mackenzie

value: The Office Bar & Grill is an American restaurant and bar in Northern BC. Located on MacKenzie Boulevard, it serves as a convenient food and beverage stop for the local community and traveling cyclists.

value: The Office Bar & Grill

signal: bar & grill; ~$18-26pp


value: 4588 Clancy Loranger Way, Vancouver, V5Y 4B6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: safe_loops (16 spaces) at 92m. Total: 16 spaces.

blurb: Civic sports centre beside Nat Bailey Stadium.

value: The Millennium Sport Centre is a civic sports facility in Vancouver's Hillcrest neighbourhood, built as part of the 2010 Winter Olympics legacy infrastructure. It sits adjacent to Nat Bailey Stadium and Hillcrest Park, making it a notable landmark on the southeast side of the city. Touring cyclists passing through the area will find it a recognizable civic anchor in a well-connected recreational corridor.

value: Millennium Sport Centre

signal: building=civic

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Civic sports building in the Hillcrest/Nat Bailey precinct — thin record, standard 1/1.


community: Darrell Bay

value: A free, unlocked wilderness hut at 870 m elevation in the Sea to Sky corridor near Squamish, operated by the 99 Trials Association — a non-profit motorcycle trials club active since 2016. The one-storey wooden cabin offers a basic fireplace shelter for trail users but has no drinking water, toilets, shower, or mattresses. Touring cyclists passing through the area may use it as an emergency or overnight stop on backcountry routes, though facilities are extremely minimal.

value: 99 Trials Association Upper Cabin

label: Rock-bottom

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: free, unlocked wilderness hut at 870 m elevation… no drinking water, toilets, shower, or mattresses


value: 369 Yellowhead Highway South, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N0

community: Clearwater

value: Jim's Food Markets is a general store and convenience shop in Clearwater, co-located with an A&W restaurant and Shell gas station. It provides a convenient supply stop for touring cyclists passing through the region.

value: Jim's Foodmarkets


community: Big White

value: VISTA at Black Forest Day Lodge is a ski resort restaurant located within Big White Ski Resort near Kelowna, BC. It operates as part of Big White's dining offerings in a controlled recreational area on the mountain. Touring cyclists visiting during the resort's open summer season may find it a remote but scenic food stop within the resort.

value: Black Forest Day Lodge

signal: ski day-lodge restaurant; $15-30/person


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

community: Sun Peaks

value: Chez Joe Poutine is a French-Canadian inspired poutine restaurant in Sun Peaks, BC, opened in 2017 by Suzanne, a Quebec transplant who set out to recreate authentic Quebecois poutine on the west coast. The menu spans classic and specialty poutines, grill items (burgers, smokies, hot dogs, chicken tenders), and ice cream, with an unusually inclusive range of gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian adaptations. For a touring cyclist arriving at Sun Peaks, it offers a calorie-dense, customizable hot meal in a casual counter-service setting.

value: Joe Poutine

detail: Website states: 'we offer a wide selection of gluten free, vegan/dairy free and vegetarian choices.' Menu confirms gluten-free labels on most poutines, a vegetarian curry option, and

wow_evidence: opened in 2017 by Suzanne, a Quebec transplant… unusually inclusive range of gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian adaptations


value: 4380 Number 3 Road, Unit 1238, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 85m; rack at 86m; rack at 96m.

community: Richmond

value: Yummy Yummy is a Cantonese fast-food stall located in the Parker Place food court in Richmond, BC, known for freshly handcrafted pork and beef buns, dumplings, and vermicelli soups. The open-kitchen concept lets customers watch skilled staff steam and pan-fry each item to order. It's a quick, affordable stop for touring cyclists passing through Richmond's dense multicultural food corridor along Number 3 Road.

value: Yummy Yummy

detail: Weeblyte site states 'vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options on the menu' — source is

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 6201 Doumont Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6G7, Canada

community: Nanaimo

value: The Black Bear Pub is a neighborhood pub on Doumont Road in Nanaimo with a seasonal full-service patio overlooking Brannen Lake. Under new management, it serves classic pub fare with daily specials alongside regular community events including meat draws, karaoke, and music trivia nights. It is a 19+ adults-only establishment that can accommodate large group reservations in semi-private spaces.

value: Black Bear Pub


value: #2 Second Beach Road, PO Box 1523, Skidegate, B.C. V0T 1S1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 94m. Total: 6 spaces.

blurb: Performance longhouse within the Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay.

community: Skidegate Landing

value: The Gina Guu Aahljuu Naay (Performance House) is one of several traditional longhouse-style buildings within the award-winning Haida Heritage Centre at Ḵay Llnagaay in Skidegate, Haida Gwaii. The 50,000 sq ft Centre celebrates the living culture of the Haida people through art, language, and stories in a complex designed to resemble a traditional oceanside Haida village. Reaching Haida Gwaii requires a ferry from Prince Rupert or a flight to Sandspit, making the Centre a destination highlight for cyclists who make the journey.

label: Summer cultural programming

months: June July August

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

value: Gina Guu Aahljuu Naay Performance House

detail: Ḵay Bistro listed as one of the spaces within the Haida Heritage Centre (About page)

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: Adult admission $24 listed on website

wow_evidence: Performance longhouse within the Haida Heritage Centre (239b290f04); experienced as part of the parent visit, delight capped parent-2.


value: 2460 Skaha Lake Rd, Penticton, BC V2A 6E9

community: Penticton

value: The Barley Mill Brew Pub in Penticton operates a full-service liquor store — marketed as the city's biggest independent, with many items priced below government store rates — alongside a family bistro and on-site brewery. The liquor store is notable as Penticton's only drive-thru liquor outlet, with delivery also available via Skip the Dishes. The broader brew pub complex features an extensive made-in-house food menu and regular live music events on a patio.

value: Barley & Grapes Liquor Store

detail: Menu explicitly labels multiple items 'Gluten Free' (e.g. Nachos Extravaganza, Apple Cranberry Spinach Salad) and 'Gluten Friendly' (e.g. Dry Ribs, Potato Skins); vegetarian options present (Mediterranean Flatbread, Veggies & Dip, Spinach Dip)

wow_evidence: city's biggest independent... brew pub, family bistro, and brewery complex


value: 15481 Marine Drive, White Rock, V4B 1C9

community: White Rock

value: Moby Dick is a family-operated, award-winning fish and chips landmark on White Rock's East Beach, open since 1975 and decorated throughout with whale memorabilia and suspended fish nets. Situated directly on Marine Drive across from the totem poles, it offers both dine-in and takeout with a licensed heated outdoor nautical patio overlooking the waterfront. A multiple People's Choice Award winner for best fish and chips on the peninsula, it is a natural stopping point for cyclists riding the White Rock seawall.

value: Moby Dick

wow_evidence: open since 1975... multiple People's Choice Award winner for best fish and chips on the peninsula


value: 7028 120 Street-Scott Road

community: Surrey

value: Masala Junction is a family-owned Indian restaurant founded in 2013, drawing on over 25 years of culinary experience across India and Europe. The menu spans tandoori specialties, biryanis, curries, Indo-Chinese dishes, desi street food, and a range of house-made Indian sweets. Catering is available for weddings, corporate events, and private parties.

value: Masala Junction

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Vegetarian Specialities' section plus multiple vegetarian appetizers (Vegetable Samosa, Aloo Tikki, Vegetable Pakora, Gobi Pakora, Onion Bhaji, Paneer Pakora, etc.)

label: Casual

signal: Main entrees $14–19; casual sit-down Indian restaurant


value: 8428 Highway 24, Lone Butte, BC, V0K1X2

community: Lone Butte

value: A full-service lakefront resort and Italian restaurant on Highway 24 (The Fishing Highway) near Lone Butte, BC, open year-round and set on 47 acres beside one of British Columbia's most photographed lakes. The Italian restaurant features northern Italian chefs preparing fresh entrees daily, offering a distinctive sit-down dining option along this rural cycling corridor. The resort is widely known among anglers for trophy Gerrard Rainbow trout fishing, and the surrounding area provides access to over 100 lakes within an hour's drive.

value: Lac Des Roches Resort & Italian Restaurant

signal: lakefront resort Italian restaurant; ~$20-32pp

wow_evidence: full-service lakefront resort on 47 acres beside one of British Columbia's most photographed lakes...widely known among anglers for trophy Gerrard Rainbow trout fishing


value: 1448 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC V7T 1B7

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 65m; rack (4 spaces) at 66m; bollard (18 spaces) at 100m. Total: 26 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Carmelo's is a long-established Italian pizzeria and ristorante in the Ambleside neighbourhood of West Vancouver, open for over 20 years and known for wood-fired thin-crust pizza and house-made pastas blending Italian and BC West Coast flavours. It sits a five-minute walk from Ambleside beach and the seawall, making it a natural rest stop for cyclists touring the North Shore. The menu ranges from classic pasta and pizza to fresh local seafood, all prepared in a comfortable, neighbourhood dining room.

value: Carmelo's

detail: Menu lists multiple clearly meat-free pasta dishes including Fettuccine Funghi (Wild Mushroom, Red Wine Demi-Glacé, Cream), Butternut Squash Ravioli (Hazelnut, Sage, Brown Butter), Linguine Pesto (Basil, Pine Nuts, Garlic, Cream), Spaghetti Pomodoro, Fettuccine Alfredo, and Linguine Aglio Olio. No explicit vegan or GF labelling found on the website

signal: cuisine=pizza

wow_evidence: open for over 20 years


value: 5105 47 Avenue

blurb: Seasonal outdoor pool in central Ladner.

community: Delta

value: A municipal outdoor swimming pool in Ladner operated by the City of Delta. Situated along the flat cycling-friendly roads of south Delta, it could serve as a refreshing stop for touring cyclists passing through the area. As an outdoor facility it is likely seasonal.

value: Ladner Outdoor Pool

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: Municipal seasonal outdoor pool — outdoor pool anchor 2.


value: 2350 Douglas Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 25m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 2760 Cameron Road, West Kelowna, BC, V1Z 2T6

blurb: West Kelowna's arena, home of the Warriors, with a free walking track.

community: West Kelowna

value: Royal LePage Place Arena is West Kelowna's premier multipurpose ice facility, built in 2007 with a 1,500-seat capacity and a full NHL-size ice sheet. It serves as home ice for the West Kelowna Warriors of the BC Hockey League and hosts public skating, minor hockey, figure skating, and ringette. The facility also features a free indoor walking track and can accommodate concerts and trade shows.

value: Mount Boucherie Community Centre & Arena

detail: Website explicitly lists 'vending machines' as a facility amenity

wow_evidence: Royal LePage Place: 1,500-seat arena (BCHL Warriors) with free indoor walking track.


value: 428 Victoria St, Kamloops, BC V2C 2A7

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 23m; rack (1 space) at 31m; rack (1 space) at 46m; rack (5 spaces) at 93m; rack (4 spaces) at 96m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Kamloops

value: Hello Toast is a funky, bustling breakfast and lunch spot in downtown Kamloops that has been a community fixture for over 20 years. Run by friends and family, it serves all-day breakfast and house-made lunch plates using locally sourced meats and produce. Cyclists will find a welcoming, casual atmosphere with a sidewalk-side patio and a menu ranging from creative egg dishes to hearty grain bowls.

value: Hello Toast

detail: Website explicitly labels a 'VEGETARIAN' Buddha Bowl and notes 'Gluten free options available' on the Mack Daddy Grilled Cheese entry

signal: all-day breakfast/lunch spot; ~$14-20pp

wow_evidence: community fixture for over 20 years... locally sourced meats and produce


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 19m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 66m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Quesada

signal: chain 'quesada'


value: 5339 Ski Hill Road, Fernie, BC V0B 1M6

community: Cokato

value: Lost Boys Café is a mountaintop restaurant perched at 5662ft (1726m) at Fernie Alpine Resort, accessible via the Timber Express Chairlift. It offers full meals, snacks, and Starbucks coffee alongside panoramic views of the Elk Valley. The café is fully licensed and operates as part of the resort's ski and bike park seasons.

value: Lost Boys Cafe

signal: licensed mountaintop resort cafe, Fernie Alpine; $15-25/person


value: 7320 Market Crossing, Burnaby, British Columbia

community: Burnaby

value: Cactus Club Cafe Byrne Road is a high-energy, upscale-casual restaurant in Burnaby's Market Crossing retail district, part of a large Canadian chain with locations across BC and beyond. The chef-driven menu spans international fare from sushi to signature steaks, with a dedicated happy hour and late-night menu. A stylish patio and full lounge make it a comfortable option for a sit-down meal after a ride.

value: Cactus Club Cafe

signal: chain 'cactus club'


value: 597 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay, BC V9N 2J5

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: bollard at 67m; rack (4 spaces) at 86m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Courtenay

value: Sushi Jo is a Japanese restaurant in Courtenay, BC, helmed by a chef with over 25 years of experience in Japanese cuisine. The extensive menu spans sushi, sashimi, nigiri, tempura, teriyaki, and bento boxes crafted from fresh ingredients, alongside a full drinks menu featuring sake, Japanese beer, and cocktails. Touring cyclists will find a sit-down dining destination with a broad menu including multiple vegetarian-friendly dishes and a call-ahead takeout option.

value: Sushi Jo Japanese Restaurant

detail: Menu includes Vegetable Teriyaki, Tofu Teriyaki, Veggie Gyoza, Vegetable Box bento, Yam Tempura, Veggie Tempura, and various veggie appetizers and rolls

signal: sushi, apps/mains $6-18; ~$16-26pp


value: 6879 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5E 1E4

value: Wings on Kingsway is the Burnaby franchise of the WINGS restaurant chain, located on the busy Kingsway corridor connecting Vancouver and Burnaby. The restaurant is known for award-winning chicken wings in 28 globally-inspired flavours, alongside a full menu of burgers, salads, pastas, and plant-based options. It offers indoor seating and online ordering, making it a convenient sit-down meal stop for cyclists travelling the Kingsway route.

value: Wings on Kingsway

detail: Menu page lists 'CAULI\u2019 WINGERZ' (cauliflower wings, vegetarian) and 'GLUTEN-SMART' wings option; salads also offered

signal: Wings sports-bar franchise; ~$18-26pp


value: JJ's Kitchen is a restaurant in North Vancouver offering both indoor and outdoor seating in a non-smoking environment.

value: JJ's Kitchen

signal: kitchen/restaurant; ~$16-26pp


value: 5951 Number 3 Rd #180, Richmond, BC V6X 3Y6, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 10m; rack at 64m; rack (5 spaces) at 92m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Waves Coffee House

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 5151 Granville Avenue, Richmond

blurb: Thompson neighbourhood's public community centre.

value: Thompson Community Centre is a City of Richmond civic recreation facility serving the south Richmond neighbourhood near Granville Avenue. As part of Richmond's network of publicly operated community centres, it offers recreational programming to local residents and visitors. Touring cyclists passing through Richmond's flat, cycling-friendly terrain may find it a convenient rest point, though specific cyclist-oriented amenities are unconfirmed.

value: Thompson Community Centre

label: Free

wow_evidence: Municipal community centre — walk-in.


value: 3645 Gosset Road, West Kelowna, V4T 2N8

value: Blenz Coffee is a BC-born specialty coffee franchise founded in Vancouver in 1992, now with locally owned and operated locations across Canada. The West Kelowna location serves handcrafted espresso drinks, organic whole-leaf teas, protein shakes, and a food menu spanning baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, wraps, and samosas. For a touring cyclist passing through West Kelowna, it offers a comfortable café atmosphere with a broad drink and food selection and takeout convenience.

value: Blenz Coffee

signal: chain 'blenz'


value: 7351 Crowsnest Highway

community: Grand Forks

value: Riverside Motel is a roadside motel situated on the Crowsnest Highway (Highway 3) in the Grand Forks area of the Boundary region in British Columbia. It sits along a popular east-west cycling corridor connecting the Okanagan to the Kootenays. The 'gf' in the domain name suggests a Grand Forks affiliation, placing it as a potential overnight stop for touring cyclists on this scenic mountain highway.

value: Riverside Court RV and Cabins

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 1896 West 4th Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; wide_stands (4 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; rack (5 spaces) at 57m; stands (6 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (12 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (12 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 64 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Petro-Canada


value: 2890 Shawnigan Lake Road, Shawnigan Lake, BC

community: Shawnigan

value: Black Swan Pub is a two-generation family-owned neighbourhood pub and liquor store nestled in the village of Shawnigan Lake on Vancouver Island. It offers a full English pub experience with a daily kitchen, weekly food specials, and an on-site liquor store with delivery service. As a long-standing community institution, it provides a welcoming sit-down meal option for touring cyclists passing through the Shawnigan Lake area.

value: Black Swan Pub

detail: Wednesday specials list a 'Veggie Cheeseburger with Fries, Soup or Garden Salad' as an explicit vegetarian option

signal: amenity=pub