value: 2150 Thornton Rd, Ucluelet, BC

blurb: Community salmon hatchery near Ucluelet; visit during the fall run.

community: Tlakmaqis

value: Thornton Creek Hatchery is a community-run salmon hatchery operated by the non-profit Thornton Creek Enhancement Society since 1981, focused on enhancing Chinook, Coho, and Chum salmon stocks in Barkley and Clayoquot Sounds. Situated just outside Ucluelet, it offers educational tours where visitors can observe salmon fry and learn about hatchery science and conservation. The site draws particular interest during the fall salmon run, when bears are also frequently present on the grounds.

facet_confidence: low

label: fall salmon run

months: September October November

theme: wildlife

value: Thornton Creek Hatchery

signal: Hatchery tours offered by donation

wow_evidence: Community salmon hatchery near Ucluelet with by-donation tours; fall run is the draw. Dupe pair with the Society record @31m — this place-named copy wins.


source: osm

value: 140 Schoolhouse Street, Coquitlam

category: Groceries

community: Coquitlam

value: Berezan Liquor Store

origin: chain

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Liquor Store

tier: info


source: enrichment

value: 4092 Hastings Street, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 10 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Burnaby

value: Panino Mio is a North Burnaby Italian sandwich shop bringing award-winning panini from La Grotta Del Formaggio to Hastings Street, located next to Glenburn Ice Cream. The menu features a wide selection of pressed Italian sandwiches with specialty cured meats, imported cheeses, and house-made pesto, alongside cannoli, biscotti, and Italian sodas. Vancouver Magazine named it a top sandwich destination in Vancouver.

value: Panino Mio

detail: Menu includes dedicated vegetarian panini: NAPOLETANO (fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, spinach, pesto) and VEGETARIANO (provolone, artichokes, roasted red peppers, olives)

origin: osm

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

tier: welcoming


value: 4101 - 32 Street (Hwy. 97), Vernon BC V1T 5P3

community: Vernon

value: Asian Avenue is Vernon's long-standing Chinese restaurant situated on Highway 97, a key cycling corridor through BC's interior. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery, with a private banquet hall seating up to 100 guests equipped with audio/visual equipment. Its highway-side location makes it a convenient stop for touring cyclists passing through Vernon.

value: Asian Avenue

detail: Menu page states 'The Following Menu Is Gluten Friendly and Possibly Gluten Free' with a note to call to confirm for severe sensitivity or celiac conditions

band_key: casual

confidence: medium

label: Casual

signal: Chinese, dine-in/banquet; ~$15-24pp

source: judgement

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 207 Seymour St, Kamloops, BC V2C 2E7, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 34m; rack (1 space) at 40m; rack (1 space) at 62m. Total: 7 spaces.

blurb: Free downtown museum of Kamloops and Secwépemc history.

category: Attractions

community: Kamloops

value: The Kamloops Museum and Archives is a free, publicly operated institution in downtown Kamloops dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the region and the Secwépemc people. It houses permanent and rotating exhibitions, a Children's Museum, archival collections, and educational programs for all ages. As a no-fee attraction operated by the City of Kamloops, it is an accessible cultural stop for touring cyclists passing through the downtown core.

days_closed: Mo Su

dwell: half

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

planning: walk-up

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: history

value: Kamloops Museum

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: osm fee=no

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Free city museum and archives with Secwépemc heritage and a children's museum; regional reference museum.


value: 61755 Nahatlatch Forest Service Rd, Boston Bar, V0K 1C0

category: Accommodation

community: Boston Bar

value: REO Resort is a long-running, award-winning eco-adventure glamping resort perched on the edge of the Nahatlatch River deep in the Fraser Canyon, reached via a forest service road roughly 2.5 hours from Vancouver. Founded in 1982 and still family-operated, it offers all-inclusive packages combining whitewater rafting, yoga, guided canyon hikes, and riverside glamping in hand-peeled log and canvas tents. A touring cyclist willing to venture off-pavement would find a fully catered wilderness base with three chef-prepared meals daily and a TripAdvisor Hall of Fame reputation.

value: REO Resort

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: All-inclusive glamping/rafting resort packages; per-person all-in pricing normalizes to upscale

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: Founded in 1982 and still family-operated... TripAdvisor Hall of Fame reputation... all-inclusive packages combining whitewater rafting, yoga, guided canyon hikes, and riverside glamping


value: 11008 8 Street

community: Dawson Creek

value: Original Joe

signal: Original Joe's casual chain (confirmed); ~$18-28pp

region: Northern British Columbia


value: 8499 Bridgeport Road, Richmond

community: Richmond

value: Bruno is an upscale restaurant and bar located inside the Versante Hotel in Richmond's Airport District, occupying a 6,000-square-foot space anchored by a 30-seat bar and an 18-seat community table. The kitchen is built around locally-sourced British Columbia ingredients — Fraser Valley duck, Vancouver Island lavender, Pacific shellfish — served in family-style plates designed to encourage conversation. Its signature Saffron Shellfish Tagliatelle and a rotating menu spanning breakfast, brunch, dinner, and cocktails make it a notable destination in an area close to the YVR cycling corridor.

value: Bruno

signal: hotel restaurant, premium oyster/shellfish, wine $100+; ~$45-70pp


value: 195A Highway 97, 100 Mile House

community: 100 Mile House

value: Save-On-Foods

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 6660 Sooke Rd #1400, Sooke, BC

community: Sooke

value: Western Foods is a family-owned, full-service supermarket that has served the Sooke community since 1974, with a second Sooke location added in 1995. Located in the Evergreen Centre, the store carries a broad range of organic produce, gluten-free products, and health-conscious alternatives alongside conventional groceries. The in-house deli prepares fresh hot foods daily — including rotisserie and fried chicken, ready-to-eat snacks, and custom party trays — making it a practical resupply stop for touring cyclists passing through Sooke.

value: Western Foods

detail: Deli page states 'ready-to-eat snacks and heat and serve meal options made fresh daily' including 'Island sourced fried and rotisserie chicken'; website footer notes 'Deli Hot Foods' available daily

region: Vancouver Island


community: Langley

value: Mazatlán is a Mexican restaurant offering dine-in service with outdoor seating available. A casual spot for cyclists seeking a meal break during their travels through the Lower Mainland.

value: Mazatlán Mexican Restaurant

confidence: low

signal: Mexican dine-in; ~$18-28pp


bike_access: easy

character: destination

energy: active

kid_friendly: neutral

label: wildflower bloom

months: June July

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Manning Park

source: camping

value: One of four drive-in campgrounds in E.C. Manning Park, set in the Cascade Mountains along Highway 3 between Hope and Princeton; a popular, accessible base with a wide range of trails, though note there is no cellphone service in the park.

value: Mule Deer Campground

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: one of four drive-in campgrounds in E.C. Manning Park… on Highway 3 between Hope and Princeton


value: 11415 84 Avenue, Delta, V4C 2L9

blurb: Multi-sport rec centre with pool in North Delta.

community: Delta

value: North Delta Recreation Centre is a City of Delta–operated multi-sport facility offering ice hockey, curling, swimming, skating, fitness, and a wide range of court sports under one roof. It serves the North Delta community as a hub for year-round indoor recreation. Touring cyclists passing through the Delta area may find it a practical stop given its breadth of facilities, though cyclist-specific services are unconfirmed.

facet_confidence: med

planning: check-ahead

theme: recreation

value: North Delta Recreation Centre

ownership: Public

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Multi-sport centre with swimming — pool ladder 1/2.


value: 1196 Broadway Avenue South, Williams Lake, BC V2G 1A2

community: Williams Lake

value: A Subway franchise sandwich shop located on the south end of Williams Lake, a key service hub along the Cariboo Highway corridor. It offers customizable Footlongs, wraps, and salads with fresh-baked bread and vegetables, with options for dine-in, curbside pickup, and delivery. For touring cyclists riding through the Cariboo, this is a reliable and filling stop in a town that serves as a major resupply point for routes north and south.

value: Subway

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'subway'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 20045 40 Avenue, Langley, V3A 2W2

blurb: Brookswood neighbourhood library branch.

value: Brookswood Library is a community branch of the Fraser Valley Regional Library system serving the Brookswood neighbourhood of Langley, BC. It offers public computers, printing services, and an extensive digital library catalogue to residents and visitors alike. For a touring cyclist, it provides a quiet spot to rest, access free internet resources, and connect with local community services in the Township of Langley.

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

theme: civic

value: Brookswood Library

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


category: Transport

community: Abbotsford

source: llm-examine

value: On-demand taxi serving Abbotsford, Mission, and the Fraser Valley 24/7 since 1955, with airport runs to YVR and YXX. No bike policy stated on the website.

value: Abbotsford Mission Taxi

origin: transport

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail


value: 1125 Nicola Ave Unit 103, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 8B2, Canada

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Crumbl Cookies

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


community: Chilliwack

value: Burger King

signal: chain 'burger king'


bike_access: rough

character: utilitarian

community: Sunshine Valley

value: A campsite near the small historic community of Tulameen in the Similkameen Valley, likely situated along the Tulameen River; facility details are unknown as the source page failed to load.

value: Tulameen Campsite

wow_evidence: small historic community of Tulameen


value: 123 Gorge Road East, Victoria BC V9A 1L1

community: Victoria

value: The Vic is a recently renovated boutique hotel on the western edge of downtown Victoria, part of the Choice Hotels Ascend Hotel Collection and operated by the Evergreen Hospitality Group. The property features an outdoor pool, a games lounge with ping pong and foosball, a fitness centre, and on-site dining at Floyd's Diner, with the attached Hecklers Bar & Grill pub offering wings nights and weekend stand-up comedy. Suites with full kitchenettes are available for extended stays, and the hotel is pet-friendly.

value: The Vic

detail: Hecklers Bar & Grill is attached to The Vic, described as a pub, sports bar, and comedy club with 50-flavour wings nights and weekend stand-up comedy. Floyd's Diner, described as a Victoria landmark, is also located on-site

signal: renovated Ascend Collection boutique with pool, Victoria; $190-240

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: part of the Choice Hotels Ascend Hotel Collection … No mention of bike storage, laundry, bike rooms, or any cyclist-specific facilities


community: Surrey

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 1480 Nanaimo Street, Vancouver, BC V5L 4T7

community: Vancouver

value: Folietta is an Italian restaurant from the Wentworth Hospitality Group situated in Vancouver's Grandview-Woodlands neighbourhood on the east side. The menu centres on pasta, meat, and fish dishes built from fresh West Coast ingredients with inspiration drawn from regional Italian culinary traditions. The restaurant offers both dinner service throughout the week and weekend brunch, with walk-ins welcomed alongside reservations.

value: Folietta

signal: Italian, pasta/meat/fish, wine list; ~$25-38pp


value: 2317 Millstream Rd, Langford, BC

community: Langford

value: Liquor Planet is a family-owned private liquor store in Langford, operating since 2013 and claiming the title of BC's biggest private bottle shop at 13,280 sq ft with 5,000+ products. The store is famous for its natural-history-museum theme: 60+ dinosaurs (several animatronic) prowl the aisles alongside a 10-foot custom saltwater aquarium and a giant dinosaur head built into the building's facade. A touring cyclist resupplying with beer, wine, or spirits will find one of the widest selections in the region, with DoorDash delivery also available.

value: Liquor Planet

wow_evidence: BC's biggest private bottle shop at 13,280 sq ft with 5,000+ products... 60+ dinosaurs (several animatronic)... family-owned private liquor store


value: 333 Roy Road, Clearwater, V0E 1N2

community: Clearwater

value: Commercial motel and RV campground in Clearwater, BC, situated on or near Dutch Lake and convenient to the Wells Gray Provincial Park corridor. Oriented toward RV travellers; tent options and touring-cyclist amenities are unconfirmed.

value: Dutch Lake Motel and RV Campground

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 769 Fort Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (4 spaces) at 45m; stands (6 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (4 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: Beijing Bistro is a Chinese restaurant on Victoria's Fort Street serving dine-in, takeout, and delivery. Located in the heart of the city, it offers a convenient stop for touring cyclists exploring downtown Victoria. The restaurant is closed Tuesdays and offers delivery through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Fantuan.

value: Beijing Bistro

signal: Chinese, dine-in/takeout; ~$14-22pp


value: 309 West Pender Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (16 spaces) at 58m; rack (4 spaces) at 78m; stands (4 spaces) at 82m; stands (3 spaces) at 99m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: The Magnet is a craft-focused neighbourhood pub in downtown Vancouver pouring 30 rotating BC draft lines alongside a concise but eclectic kitchen menu of elevated pub grub. Born just before the pandemic forced a temporary closure, it re-emerged with a revamped cocktail program, a curated natural wine list, and sangria on tap. It operates without a phone, taking reservations exclusively by email, giving it a distinctly local, unhurried character.

value: The Magnet

detail: Menu explicitly labels items with ' Free', '', and 'v.=Vegetarian'; multiple options in each category including Falafel Sandwich (v.), Taro Chips & Dip (v.), Grilled Carrots (vegetarian), and House Salad (gf/v.)

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: craft-focused neighbourhood pub... pouring 30 rotating BC draft lines


community: Nakusp

value: Canco

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 5751 Alaska Highway, Fort Nelson, BC

price_band: standard

washroom_type: flush

community: Fort Nelson

value: A full-service private campground at Mile 300 on the Alaska Highway in Fort Nelson, with an on-site restaurant, coin showers, laundry, and propane — a practical resupply stop for Alaska Highway cyclists, though the setting is purely highway-town utilitarian.

value: Triple G Hideaway RV

wow_evidence: tent sites, 24-hour coin-operated laundry and shower facilities, an on-site family restaurant, propane sales


value: 2371 Arbot Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6S9

community: Nanaimo

value: Bethlehem Centre is a multi-faith charitable retreat and educational centre nestled on the forested shores of Westwood Lake at the foot of Mt Benson on Vancouver Island. It offers 37 guest rooms across four guesthouses, seven distinct gathering spaces, and homemade meals, welcoming individuals and groups seeking contemplation, spiritual exploration, and community. A touring cyclist arriving here would find a quiet, nature-surrounded setting with full lodging and dining in one of Nanaimo's more serene corners.

value: Bethlehem Retreat Centre

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: charitable multi-faith retreat centre, simple rooms, affordability mission; ~$80-120 often with meals

wow_evidence: 37 guest rooms across four guesthouses... forested shores of Westwood Lake


value: 908 Matson Road, Terrace, BC V8G 0E7

blurb: Guided fly-fishing and eco-tours on the Skeena, Nass, and Kitimat rivers, 30 years running.

community: Halliday

value: Westcoast Fishing Adventures is a locally owned and operated guided fly-fishing and eco-tour company with over 30 years of experience on the Skeena, Nass, and Kitimat river systems of Northwest BC. Operated by Gill and Mandi McKean out of Lakelse River Lodge near Terrace, they offer tailored steelhead and salmon packages as well as 'Terradise Eco-Tours' that can include hiking, bear viewing, kayaking, and downhill biking. The operation emphasizes small group sizes, Indigenous relationships, and access to some of BC's most remote and pristine fisheries.

dwell: day

label: Steelhead & Coho runs

months: March April May September October

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC

value: Westcoast Fishing Adventures

origin: manual

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: guided fly-fishing/eco tours; $300+/day (N/A-to-Premium re-split)

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: 30-year guided fly-fishing and eco-tour operator on the Skeena/Nass/Kitimat systems; a guided steelhead or eco day is day-shaping.


value: 7591 6th Street, North Vancouver, BC

community: Burnaby

value: Mesob Restaurant is a dine-in restaurant on 6th Street in North Vancouver, operating in a space previously occupied by Ariana Islamic Gift Market. Indoor seating is confirmed via OSM tags. No further detail about cuisine, capacity, or character can be verified without a valid website.

value: Mesob Restaurant

signal: Ethiopian sit-down; ~$16-26pp


value: 5801 Marine Way, Burnaby, BC V5J 0A6

value: Boston Pizza Big Bend is a full-service Canadian casual dining chain restaurant and sports bar located in the Big Bend area of Burnaby. Founded by a Greek immigrant in Edmonton in 1964, it is now Canada's largest casual dining brand with hundreds of locally owned franchise locations. The Big Bend location offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery with a broad menu spanning pizzas, pastas, wings, burgers, and more.

value: Boston Pizza

detail: Menu page states 'Vegan and Glutenwise® options also available'; GlutenWise® items are listed throughout the nutritional information page

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'boston pizza'


value: 2331 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1V6

value: Platform 7 Coffee is a specialty café in East Vancouver styled after a Victorian London train station, offering an extensive espresso bar, a full manual brew bar using Stumptown Coffee Roasters on a La Marzocco Strada, and a local artisan ice cream bar. The menu spans house-made sandwiches, wraps, baked goods, cold brew, nitro, and a broad tea bar—substantial enough to fuel a longer ride. A second location operates in Kitsilano at Broadway and Vine.

value: Platform 7 Coffee

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian items: 'Deluxe Breakfast – Veggie', 'Veggie, Avocado & Feta' sandwich, 'Veggie Peanut Butter Fudge'. No explicit vegan or GF labelling found

signal: amenity=cafe


value: Pizza64 is a Canadian pizza chain founded in 2010 as a family business, with 20+ locations across British Columbia. Each location makes its sauce and dough fresh on-site, and the menu spans specialty, signature, and gourmet pizzas alongside wings, pasta, and sides. Online ordering is available, making it a convenient quick-stop for cyclists needing a calorie-dense meal.

detail: Menu page lists multiple meatless options: Garden Fresh (vegetables only), Pesto Veggie (garlic, spinach, onions, peppers, tomatoes), Passion of India (Tandoori Paneer), and Shahi Paneer. No explicit vegan or gluten-free claims found


value: 888 Dunsmuir Street

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (5 spaces) at 63m; stands (4 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (6 spaces) at 94m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Freshslice Pizza

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 7197 Lantzville Road, Lantzville, BC V0R 2H0

community: Lantzville

value: Established July 25, 1925, the Lantzville Pub is a century-old coastal institution perched on Vancouver Island with views over the Strait of Georgia and the coastal mountains. It serves hearty pub food alongside local and imported beers, wines, and spirits in a historic building. Situated just north of Woodgrove Mall in the heart of Lantzville, it makes a natural stop for cyclists riding the Island's coastal corridor.

value: Lantzville Pub

signal: cuisine=burger


value: #2-940 Old Victoria Road, Nanaimo, BC V9R6Z8

value: Wolf Brewing Company is a craft brewery and taproom in Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, serving small-batch beers on 10+ taps including a nitro pour from their on-site brewery. Their kitchen turns spent brewing grain into pizza crust, and local Vancouver Island artists design each beer label. The dog-friendly patio, live music nights, and proximity to the Nanaimo Ferry Terminals and Airport make it a natural gathering point for cyclists arriving on or departing the island.

value: Wolf Brewing Company

detail: Menu page lists explicit 'VEGETARIAN OPTIONS' and 'GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS' sections; FAQ also confirms 'a selection of GF food AND canned beer options.'

signal: Craft brewery taproom + pizza kitchen

wow_evidence: proximity to the Nanaimo Ferry Terminals and Airport...dog-friendly patio, live music nights


value: 1262 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Score on Davie is a long-running sports bar and pub that has operated in Vancouver's West End since 2007, earning multiple 'Best of Vancouver' awards. Known for its Caesar cocktails and a comfort-food menu of wings, burgers, and deep-fried snacks, it draws a lively crowd from the surrounding neighbourhood. The bar has both indoor and outdoor seating and a no-smoking policy.

value: Score

signal: amenity=bar


value: 374 West Island Highway, Parksville, V9P 1K8

community: Parksville

value: Coast Parksville Hotel is a mid-size chain hotel positioned a short walk from Parksville's sandy beaches and within a 20-minute stroll of downtown, making it a convenient base for cycling the east coast of Vancouver Island. Guests enjoy a guest BBQ and outdoor courtyard, free mini golf at the adjacent Paradise Fun Park, and a lounge with fireplace. The hotel is pet-friendly and participates in the Coast Hotels Refreshingly Green sustainability program.

value: Coast Parksville Hotel

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Coast chain hotel near Parksville beach; $150-200


community: Delta

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: Beaver Creek Road, Port Alberni, BC

label: Pacific salmon run

months: August September October November December

price_label: Standard

community: Beaver Creek

value: Forested riverside park northwest of Port Alberni where thousands of Pacific salmon stage below Stamp Falls before climbing the fish ladders each fall — one of Vancouver Island's most accessible wildlife spectacles for a touring cyclist. Hiking trails follow the river, black bears frequent the area during the run, and no swimming is permitted due to strong currents.

value: Stamp River Campground

wow_evidence: thousands of Pacific salmon stage below Stamp Falls before climbing the fish ladders — one of Vancouver Island's most accessible wildlife spectacles


value: 856 Yates Street

value: OEB Breakfast Co. is a chef-driven breakfast and brunch chain founded by classically trained Chef Mauro Martina, emphasizing farm-to-table sourcing and scratch cooking. The Victoria location on Yates Street offers a creative menu spanning eggs Benny, scramblettes, breakfast poutines, and handhelds, with a philosophy of 'learn, teach and inspire' running through each location's design and service. It is a popular urban brunch destination with both dine-in and takeout available, making it a practical fuelling stop for cyclists passing through downtown Victoria.

value: OEB Breakfast Co.

detail: Menu pages show gluten-free and gluten-friendly options ('Sub gluten-free English muffin', 'gluten-friendly pesto potatoes') and multiple vegetarian dishes (avocado toast, chia seed pudding, scramblettes)

signal: OEB farm-to-table breakfast chain; ~$20-28pp

wow_evidence: chef-driven breakfast and brunch chain


community: Fruitvale


value: #1-2287 Ward Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4R5

community: Kelowna

value: The View Winery & Vineyard is a family-owned estate winery housed in a restored 1920s apple packing house in East Kelowna, perched above Okanagan Lake with views of Black Knight and Dilworth Mountains. The winery has been on Ward family land for five generations and produces award-winning cool-climate whites, fruit-forward reds, and Wards Cider from its heritage orchards. Walk-in tastings are available seven days a week, and seasonal guided vineyard hikes, Sunday live music sessions, and occasional food trucks make it one of the more animated stops on the Okanagan wine route.

value: The View Winery & Vineyard

signal: Estate winery tasting/by-the-glass visit

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: Ward family land for five generations... award-winning cool-climate whites, fruit-forward reds, and Wards Cider from its heritage orchards


value: 4530 Hastings Street

value: A Chinese restaurant in North Vancouver specializing in rice rolls and congee. Offers casual dining for travelers and cyclists passing through the area.

value: May Rice Roll & Congee Chinese Restaurant

signal: rice roll & congee spot; under $15


value: 2102 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 0K1

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 83m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Zarak is an Afghan-Persian restaurant on Main Street in Vancouver serving refined dishes rooted in traditional family recipes, including a celebrated secret cake that has been a Sarwari family tradition for over 20 years. The restaurant describes itself as an unpretentious space where gold flakes meet mum's cooking, offering dinner, weekend brunch, and happy hour menus. Beyond dining, Zarak extends its Afghan heritage through a shop selling hand-harvested spices, traditional vests, and inspired dinnerware.

value: Zarak

detail: Menu page states: 'Menu items marked ‘v’ can be vegan, and ‘gfo’ can be gluten-free.'

signal: Unpretentious space, Mum's recipes, casual Afghan sit-down, no upscale signals

wow_evidence: Afghan-Persian restaurant...traditional family recipes...secret cake that has been a Sarwari family tradition for over 20 years


community: Richmond

value: Taco Del Mar


value: 2949 Pandosy Ave, Kelowna, BC V1V 1W1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 18m; lockers (secure) at 20m.

value: Bread Co. is a fifth-generation Dutch-heritage bakery café whose founders began baking in the Netherlands in 1851; the current Bronswyk family owners bring those traditions to three Kelowna locations. The Pandosy Ave café serves freshly baked artisan breads made with organic flours and sea salt, house-made soups, breakfast and lunch dishes, and a rotating menu of specialty coffee and seasonal drinks. Touring cyclists will find a full-service sit-down café with a vegan bread range and online pickup ordering.

value: Bread Co.

detail: Website lists 'Vegan Artisan Breads' as a dedicated menu category. Menu includes vegetarian items (avocado/spinach egg sandwiches, vegetable platters). Site notes products are 'not suitable for those with Celiac Disease' but 'recommended for gluten intolerance or dietary choice only', indicating gluten-friendly but not certified GF

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: fifth-generation Dutch-heritage bakery... baking in the Netherlands in 1851... three Kelowna locations


value: 11700 Steveston Highway

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 47m; rack at 90m.

value: The Chopped Leaf

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

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 851 Naramata Rd, Penticton, BC V2A 8V1

community: Penticton

value: Little Engine Wines is a boutique winery and tasting room situated on Naramata Road along the Naramata Bench, one of the Okanagan's most celebrated cycling corridors. The tasting room pours across multiple wine series — Elevation, Silver, Gold, and Platinum — and offers a small bites food menu alongside wine club membership. The winery also hosts events and weddings, making it a destination stop rather than just a bottle shop.

google_place_id: ChIJSxOHncBiglQRTtQTJcYHcbw

value: Little Engine Wines

signal: Naramata winery tasting + small bites


value: 15023 Marine Drive, White Rock, V4B 1C3

community: White Rock

value: Uli's Restaurant has anchored the White Rock waterfront strip for over 30 years, founded by Ulrich (Uli) Blume and now run by his son Tyson. The kitchen follows genuine farm-to-table principles, sourcing seasonally from neighbouring BC farms and vendors and rotating the menu accordingly. Its location on Marine Drive — a popular coastal cycling corridor through South Surrey and White Rock — puts it directly on many touring riders' routes.

value: Uli's Restaurant

detail: Menu items throughout are labeled V (vegetarian) and GF/GFO (gluten-free or gluten-free option); examples include Bruschetta (V, GFO), Truffle Frites (V, GF), Bohemian Salad (V, GF), The Bee's Knees (V, GF), and Crab Cake (GF). GF bun substitution also offered for sandwiches

signal: West Coast farm-to-table bistro, waterfront; ~$22-34pp


value: 12925 115 Avenue, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 1888 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6J 1Y9

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; wide_stands (1 space) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Le Coq Frit is a Vancouver fried chicken eatery that opened on West Broadway in 2021, offering hand-battered chicken in Korean-inspired preparations (Nashville Hot, Black Soy, Sweet & Spicy) alongside signature brioche bun burgers and croissant waffles. The restaurant has a sustainability focus, using recyclable non-woven bags in place of plastic. It has a second location in North Vancouver's Lonsdale Quay.

value: Le Coq Frit

detail: Menu includes vegetarian-compatible sides (fries, onion rings, cole slaw, yam fries, corn salad) though no explicit vegetarian mains are flagged


value: 3425 Main Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; rack (3 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (7 spaces, covered) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: Pizza Hut

signal: chain 'pizza hut'


value: 6033 West Boulevard, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 90m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Michele Cake Shop (君悅餅廊) is an award-winning Chinese bakery on West Boulevard in Vancouver's Kerrisdale neighbourhood. They specialize in custom cakes, fresh buns, bread, egg tarts, and cookies, with delivery across Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, and West Vancouver. A touring cyclist can pick up fresh baked buns and bread for the road.

value: Michele Cake Shop

signal: shop=bakery

wow_evidence: award-winning Chinese bakery


value: 40900 Tantalus Road, Garibaldi Highlands Squamish, British Columbia, V8B 0R3

community: Squamish

value: Executive Suites Hotel & Resort is an all-suite, condo-style resort on the Sea to Sky Highway, 40 minutes from both Vancouver and Whistler, making it a natural stopover for cyclists riding the corridor. The property actively courts mountain bikers with a dedicated Stay & Bike package, front-desk trail maps, and suites large enough to bring bikes inside. With 111 studio, one-, and two-bedroom suites each featuring full kitchens and private balconies, it offers touring cyclists more living space than a typical hotel room.

value: Executive Suites Hotel and Resort Squamish

detail: Website /biking/ page: 'All suites are large enough that you can bring your bikes in for the night.'

detail: Extended-stay suites have 'Convenient in-suite laundry including washer and dryer' per /extended-stays/ page; unclear if standard suites also include in-suite laundry

detail: On-site dining mentioned on front page: 'Free Bird Table & Bar' and restaurant 'Norman Rudy's.'

signal: all-suite condo resort with spa and bike packages, Squamish; $220-300

detail: Website /biking/ page states: 'All suites are large enough that you can bring your bikes in for the night.'

tier: accredited


value: 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: lockers (covered, secure) at 96m.

value: Comma Cafe is a UBC Okanagan Food Services outlet tucked inside The Commons building on the UBCO campus, serving Doi Chaang specialty coffee alongside hand-crafted sandwiches, seasonal salads made with locally sourced ingredients, and house-made pastries. It operates as a self-funded ancillary of the university, with profits supporting student programs and the academic mission. A touring cyclist passing through the UBC Okanagan campus will find a relaxed spot to refuel with fresh, scratch-made food in a campus commons environment.

value: Comma

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: UBC Okanagan Food Services outlet... Doi Chaang specialty coffee... locally sourced ingredients


value: 1021-88 West Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6B 6N9

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 70m; rack at 85m; rack at 87m; rack at 94m.

value: Congee Noodle Delight is a family-owned Hong Kong-style restaurant inside International Village Mall in downtown Vancouver, operating since 2015. It serves traditional congee, BBQ meats, wonton noodle soup, and sizeable sharing plates drawn from classic Hong Kong cuisine. Touring cyclists passing through downtown Vancouver will find both dine-in and takeout options at street level along West Pender Street.

value: Congee Noodle Delight


value: 1588 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (5 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Saku is Vancouver's original katsu restaurant, opened in early 2018 on the busy Robson Street shopping corridor as the first BC outpost of what has since grown into a multi-location chain. The restaurant specializes in premium tonkatsu and udon, distinguishing itself through a focus on high-quality meats and traditional Japanese preparation. It offers indoor sit-down dining in a no-smoking environment, with no outdoor seating.

value: Saku

signal: tonkatsu (Saku), premium pork/udon; ~$18-26pp

wow_evidence: Vancouver's original katsu restaurant... grown into a multi-location chain


value: D'Arcy, BC V0N 1L0, Canada

community: Birken

value: Lakeside provincial campground in Birkenhead Lake Park reached via 17 km of gravel road, set among old-growth forest with mountain views across the lake; bears are very active and the gravel approach is rough for loaded bikes.

value: Birkenhead Lake Provincial Campsite

wow_evidence: mandatory 17 km unpaved gravel road approach from the highway


value: 3510 Blanshard St #102, Victoria, BC V8X 1W3, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 18m; rack (6 spaces) at 53m. Total: 13 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Boston Pizza

signal: chain 'boston pizza'


value: 56 North Shore Road, Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0

community: Lake Cowichan

value: Best Buy Liquor Store is part of the Riverside Inn complex on the Cowichan River in Lake Cowichan, and claims the largest selection of beer, wine, ciders, coolers, and spirits in town alongside a full wall of grab-and-go chilled product. The store also stocks tobacco, mix drinks, snacks, and bagged ice, making it a practical resupply stop for self-catering touring cyclists passing through the Cowichan Valley. It shares a riverside property with a boutique hotel and a breakfast-and-lunch cafe.

value: Best Buy Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: grab-and-go chilled product... snacks, and bagged ice... part of the Riverside Inn complex on the Cowichan River


value: 6110 Lougheed Highway

community: Kent

value: A motel on Lougheed Highway in Chilliwack. Provides wireless internet access to guests. Detailed information about cycling-specific facilities is not available.

value: Pathfinder Motel

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 11925 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, V2X 6G2

blurb: Central Maple Ridge leisure centre with pool and secure bike racks.

community: Maple Ridge

value: The Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Pool is a municipally operated aquatic facility within a larger multi-sport complex run by the City of Maple Ridge, offering swimming lessons and drop-in swim programs alongside skating, fitness, and racquet sports. Situated in central Maple Ridge at Haney Place, the facility participates in the city's Smart-Lock Bike Rack program, providing free secure bike parking on-site. For a touring cyclist, the combination of secure bike storage and mandatory pre-swim showers makes this a practical mid-route stop.

value: Maple Ridge Leisure Centre

detail: Website navigation includes 'Please Shower Before Swimming' as a linked page specifically under Maple Ridge Leisure Centre, confirming showers are available at the facility

detail: Website navigation lists 'Park Free With Smart-Lock Bike Racks' under Maple Ridge Leisure Centre; smart-lock racks available at no charge

detail: Public swimming facility with 'Please Shower Before Swimming' as a dedicated sub-page in the site navigation under the leisure centre, confirming washroom/changing facilities

wow_evidence: Aquatic facility of the Haney Place leisure complex; smart bike racks on site. Name should be the complex.


value: 601 Columbia Street, New Westminster, V3M 1A7

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 71m; rack at 76m; stands (8 spaces) at 88m; stands at 93m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Gastronomia Italia is a specialty Italian food shop and deli operated by Chef Delbert Cirfera in the heart of historic downtown New Westminster. The shop handcrafts Roman-style pizza and artisan focaccia sandwiches using imported D.O.P.-certified meats and cheeses, bakes breads and pastries fresh daily, and stocks a curated selection of imported Italian pantry goods. For a touring cyclist passing through the area, it offers a genuine espresso and a made-to-order sandwich that stands well apart from typical convenience stops.

value: Gastronomia Italia

detail: Website confirms freshly made Roman-style pizza, artisan sandwiches on homemade focaccia, deli platters, and espresso/coffee brewed to order


character: pleasant

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Greata

value: A small 2-site stopover nestled between the Kettle Valley Railway trail and Trout Creek, well-positioned for KVR cycle tourists passing through the Summerland area; no confirmed amenities and the only non-trail access is a narrow 4WD road.

value: Trout Creek Ranch (basic campsite)

ownership: Provincial rec site


value: 3476 Laurier Street, V0J 2J0

community: New Hazelton

value: A 20-unit roadside motel in New Hazelton, northern BC, sitting just off the Yellowhead Highway corridor on the route toward Alaska and serving a mix of seasonal workers, fishing tourists, and long-distance road travelers. The property positions itself as a quiet, practical alternative to hotel chains, emphasizing convenience for those recharging between legs of a long journey through Skeena Country. The email domain stay@robbersroost.ca still carries the legacy brand name, suggesting a rebrand rather than a complete ownership change.

value: The Outpost Motel

wow_evidence: 20-unit roadside motel in New Hazelton


value: 108 22638 119th Ave, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 4L1

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 42m; rack at 57m; rack at 74m; rack at 81m.

value: Euro Food & Deli is an Eastern European specialty deli offering imported products from Hungary, Romania, Russia, Ukraine, and other countries, alongside house-made items like perogies, cabbage rolls, and borscht. The Maple Ridge location is one of three Lower Mainland stores (also in Port Moody and Burnaby). It is a distinctive stop for cyclists looking for something beyond standard convenience fare in the Fraser Valley.

value: Euro Food & Deli

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


value: 1069 South Trans-Canada Hwy, Cache Creek, BC V0K 1H0

community: Cache Creek

value: A modern two-story motel on the Trans-Canada Highway in Cache Creek, operated under the Canada's Best Value Inn brand by Sonesta. Cache Creek sits at a historic crossroads in the Thompson-Okanagan interior, long used as a resupply point for travellers heading north, and the motel continues that tradition as a practical stop for long-distance road users. The property is pet-friendly, offers guest laundry, and advertises truck and bus parking, signalling familiarity with travellers arriving with large or heavy loads.

value: Canadas Best Value Desert Inn & Suites

detail: Website lists 'Guest Laundry' as a hotel feature; description also references 'guest laundromat' on-site

detail: Website lists Dairy Queen Brazier (0.8 km), Manies Pizza (0.14 km), Subway (1 km), Hungry Herbie's Drive-In (1.1 km), plus Chum's Family Restaurant, Anie's Pizza and Bakery, Heartland Restaurant, and Husky House Restaurant


value: 105-2945 Jacklin Road, Victoria, BC V9B 5E3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 27m; rack (5 spaces) at 66m; rack (4 spaces) at 70m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Langford

value: Vina Taste is a Vietnamese restaurant specializing in pho and noodle soups, located inside Westshore Town Centre mall in Langford on the western side of Greater Victoria. The restaurant occupies unit 105 within the large regional shopping centre, giving touring cyclists access to a hot, filling bowl of broth and noodles alongside the mall's broader range of services.

value: Vina Taste

signal: Noodle house: hot broth, noodles, protein bowls

wow_evidence: Vietnamese noodle/pho restaurant at unit 105 inside the mall


value: 664 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 14m; rack at 41m; stands at 52m; rack at 79m.

value: Big Star Sandwich Co. is a Lower Mainland sandwich chain founded in 2013, built around hearty house-crafted sandwiches on fresh rustic Filone bread. Their meats — including slow-roasted in-house beef and hand-pulled turkey — are prepared fresh daily, making for a genuinely filling stop. With six locations across the region and online ordering available, it's a reliable option for a substantial eat-in or takeout meal.

value: Big Star Sandwich Co.

wow_evidence: Lower Mainland sandwich chain founded in 2013... six locations across the region


value: #828-5300 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC

value: Anna's Cake House is a beloved family-owned Hong Kong-style bakery founded in 1974 by Anna, Ronald, and Kathleen Cheung, now celebrating 50 years of operation across four Greater Vancouver locations. The Richmond outpost sits inside Lansdowne Mall and offers freshly baked, made-to-order cakes in over 15 flavours — made daily with no artificial additives, using Canadian butter and cream. Cyclists looking for a sweet stop will find a well-established community institution known for Hong Kong-style buns and layered cream cakes.

value: Anna's Cake House

wow_evidence: founded in 1974 … celebrating 50 years of operation across four Greater Vancouver locations … inside Lansdowne Mall


value: 8434 120 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 7S2

value: Select Pizza is a carry-out pizza restaurant specializing in Punjabi-style pizzas loaded with fresh toppings, blending South Asian flavours — tandoori chicken, paneer, butter chicken sauce — with familiar pizza formats. The North Delta location on 120 Street (Scott Road) is the OSM-mapped site, with a second location in Newton. The menu spans more than 20 specialty pizzas plus a build-your-own option.

value: Select Pizza

detail: Menu explicitly labels multiple vegetarian pizzas: Vegetarian, Vegetarian Tandoori Chicken, Hot Paneer, Spinach Special, Shahi Paneer (Vegetarian), Veggie Lovers (Vegetarian), Mild Tandoori Paneer (Vegetarian). No vegan or gluten-free options mentioned

wow_evidence: second location in Newton


value: 3677 Westminster Highway, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 10m; rack at 31m; rack at 57m; rack (4 spaces) at 74m; rack at 75m; stands at 98m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: L'aromas Coffee Terra Nova is the Richmond outpost of a locally-founded, independently-owned BC coffee roasting company established in 2015 by three friends who started with a coffee trailer at community markets. The brand has grown to four distinct café locations, each rooted in a neighbourhood identity, with a focus on quality espresso and in-house baked goods. Cyclists passing through Richmond's Terra Nova area will find a sit-down café environment with an online ordering option and a loyalty rewards program.

value: L'aromas Coffee Terra Nova

wow_evidence: locally-founded, independently-owned BC coffee roasting company... four distinct café locations


value: 5636 Timothy Lake Road, Lac la Hache, BC V0K 1T0

label: fishing & lake season

months: July August September

price_band: premium

community: 114 Mile House

value: A managed lakefront resort on Timothy Lake offering shaded forest and open group tent sites, a free shower house, and watercraft rentals; the 20 km rural road off Highway 97 is the main catch for loaded cyclists.

value: Martens Resort

wow_evidence: free shower house (no coins required) and laundry


value: Chase Falkland Rd, Thompson-Nicola L, BC V0E 1W1, Canada

community: Falkland

value: A small, free provincial recreation site on Chase Creek roughly 14 km north of Falkland, reached by a named paved/gravel road; the draw is creek fishing, with no confirmed water or facilities on site.

value: Chase Creek Recreation Site

wow_evidence: small, free provincial recreation site on Chase Creek...no confirmed water or facilities


value: 9737 Chemainus Road, Chemainus, BC V0R 1K0

blurb: Chemainus' professional festival theatre, anchor of the mural town's renaissance.

community: North Cowichan

value: The Chemainus Theatre Festival is a fully professional, non-profit theatre in the seaside community of Chemainus on Vancouver Island, presenting Canadian performers in a 274-seat wheelchair-accessible auditorium with a raked floor for clear sightlines from every seat. Founded in the early 1990s as part of Chemainus's celebrated arts renaissance, the theatre pairs live productions with an on-site Playbill Dining Room serving meals for up to 160 guests. It serves as a cultural anchor for the community and a compelling stop for visitors exploring Vancouver Island.

theme: art-culture

value: Chemainus Theatre

detail: On-site Playbill Dining Room seats up to 160 guests and serves continental breakfasts, nutrition breaks, lunches, and dinners; dining can be added to theatre ticket bookings

wow_evidence: Professional festival theatre (274 seats) that anchors mural-town tourism — provincially known destination venue; show-conditional.


value: Nesters Market is a BC-born neighbourhood grocery chain founded in Whistler in 1987 and now operating over 16 locations across Western Canada. The Fraser Heights location is a full-service supermarket operated by the Pattison Food Group, stocking a broad range of fresh, natural, organic, and specialty products. Touring cyclists will find it a reliable resupply stop with an in-store deli and bistro, bakery, and pharmacy on site.

value: Nesters Market

detail: Website lists 'Deli & Bistro' as an in-store service, indicating prepared/hot food availability

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: BC-born neighbourhood grocery chain founded in Whistler in 1987... Deli & Bistro, In-Store Bakery, Pharmacy


value: 552 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1N7

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (16 spaces) at 11m; stands (14 spaces) at 12m; stands (12 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (8 spaces) at 44m; rack at 60m; rack at 93m; stands (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 56 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Habit Coffee is a community-focused coffee shop in Victoria's Chinatown with a strong sustainability ethos, having maintained carbon-neutral operations across both its locations for over 10 years. Beans are ethically sourced through exclusive roasting partner BowsxArrows, and supplies are transported between the two Habit locations via Dutch cargo bike. The shop sources ingredients from local Victoria producers and partners, positioning itself as a genuine neighbourhood hub.

value: Habit Coffee


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 4m; wave (2 spaces) at 80m; wave (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Co-op Parallel Food Store is a full-service supermarket operated by Otter Co-op, a Federated Co-operatives member that took over this location from Save-On-Foods in July 2020. The store operates under the alt name 'Otter Co-op Parallel Food and Pharmacy,' indicating an in-store pharmacy alongside groceries and a liquor department. As a consumer co-operative, shoppers can join as members to access exclusive savings programs.

value: Co-op Parallel Food Store

wow_evidence: full-service supermarket operated by Otter Co-op... pharmacy alongside groceries and a liquor department


value: Unit F3, Haney Place Mall, Maple Ridge, BC

value: Hani Kebab serves authentic Persian cuisine from a counter inside Haney Place Mall in Maple Ridge, featuring halal-certified dishes crafted from generational recipes. The menu spans classic kubideh and jujeh kebabs to slow-cooked lamb shanks and traditional Persian stews. After mall hours, orders can be placed through Uber Eats or Skip The Dishes with a back-entrance pickup option.

value: Hani Kebab


value: Graham Island, North Coast, BC V0T 1R0, Canada

community: Delkatla

value: Agate Beach Campground sits within Naikoon Provincial Park on Haida Gwaii, at the edge of vast wild Pacific beaches on Haida traditional territory; the park is a genuine wilderness with no supplies nearby, cash-only fees, and cool, rainy, windy weather possible any time.

value: Agate Beach Campground

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: Naikoon Provincial Park on Haida Gwaii... vast wild Pacific beaches on Haida traditional territory


value: 435 Abbott Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (4 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; rack (3 spaces) at 70m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 70m; stands (3 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (6 spaces) at 84m; stands (6 spaces) at 90m. Total: 48 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Stackhouse Steak Sandwiches is a fast-food spot on Abbott Street in Vancouver's Gastown-adjacent downtown core, specializing in steak sandwiches. It sits in a high-traffic area popular with cyclists navigating the seawall and Gastown routes. A touring cyclist looking for a quick, filling sandwich stop in central Vancouver would find it conveniently located.

value: Stackhouse Steak Sandwiches


value: 2200 Davis Street, Stewart, V0T 1W0

label: bear and salmon season

months: August September

community: Stewart

value: A well-run riverside RV park on the edge of Stewart with glacier-capped peaks rising on all sides, offering cyclists clean showers, laundry, and a proper tent area — a natural stopping point for anyone riding the Cassiar toward Alaska, open May through September.

value: Bear River RV Park

wow_evidence: coin-operated showers and laundry ... rental bikes available on site


value: #102, 46168 Yale Road, Chilliwack, BC

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 9m; stands (1 space) at 11m; stands (6 spaces) at 26m; stands (4 spaces) at 29m; stands (1 space) at 30m; stands (6 spaces) at 35m; stands (6 spaces) at 47m; stands (1 space) at 47m; stands (1 space) at 53m; stands (10 spaces) at 59m; stands (1 space) at 80m; stands (6 spaces) at 85m; stands (6 spaces) at 88m; stands (4 spaces) at 91m. Total: 63 spaces.

community: Chilliwack

value: Uptown Grill is a family restaurant in downtown Chilliwack specializing in all-day breakfast, making it a practical refueling stop for cyclists at any point in their ride. Located in a commercial unit on Yale Road, it offers a comfortable sit-down experience with freshly made hot meals. Online ordering is available for those who want to call ahead.

value: Uptown Grill

signal: family all-day breakfast grill; ~$14-20pp


value: 101 Linden Avenue, V0H 1K0

blurb: Kaleden's small library branch south of Penticton.

community: Kaleden

value: The Kaleden Branch is a small public library serving the rural community of Kaleden, BC, roughly 15 km south of Penticton, as part of the Okanagan Regional Library system. It offers borrowing, digital resources, and community programming in a compact neighbourhood setting. A 24/7 outdoor book drop is located to the right of the front entrance.

days_closed: Mo We Sa Su

value: ORL: Kaleden Branch

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Small rural branch; ordinary library band. Branch name misspelled in record (Kalenden).


value: 1600 15th Avenue

community: Prince George

value: Pizza Hut


value: Unit 1, 4330 Sunshine Coast Hwy, Sechelt, BC

community: Sechelt

value: Strait Coffee is a café and in-house roastery that has been serving the Wilson Creek area of Sechelt since 1996, growing from a small space into a larger corner location at Wilson Creek Plaza on the Sunshine Coast Highway. The café offers an extensive made-from-scratch menu spanning specialty espresso drinks, full breakfasts, sandwiches, and wraps alongside retail and wholesale coffee beans roasted on-site. A wholesale operation runs in parallel, making it a notable regional coffee producer as well as a full-service sit-down café.

value: Strait Coffee Traders

detail: Menu lists Veggie sandwich (hummus, cream cheese, or aged white cheddar), Veggie wrap (marinated tofu, hummus, carrots, beets, cucumbers, peppers, spinach with peanut sauce), and plant-based milk alternatives (almond or coconut milk) available for hot drinks

wow_evidence: serving the Wilson Creek area of Sechelt since 1996 … wholesale operation runs in parallel


value: 8245 120 Street-Scott Road, Delta

community: Delta

value: Yummy Slice Pizza is a fast-food pizza shop on Scott Road in Delta, BC. It sits along a busy suburban corridor that connects to regional cycling routes through Surrey and Delta.

value: Yummy Slice Pizza


value: 1221 Eagle Pass Way, Sicamous, British Columbia

community: Sicamous

value: G&G Kitchen and Tap is a comfort food restaurant in Sicamous, British Columbia, offering breakfast, lunch, and supper alongside a selection of craft beers and cocktails. Operated by IGB Hospitality Group Ltd., it is described as cozy and inviting, suited to a leisurely sit-down meal. Its location on Eagle Pass Way places it in Sicamous, a small community at the junction of major BC travel corridors.

value: G&G Kitchen and Tap

signal: comfort-food kitchen & tap; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: comfort food restaurant in Sicamous


value: 3891 Chatham Street, Unit 2, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 71m; rack (6 spaces) at 79m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Damien's Belgian Waffles is a small independent restaurant in Richmond, BC, specializing in Belgian-style waffles. It occupies a unit on Chatham Street and maintains its public presence primarily through Instagram. The business appears to be a compact, locally run café-style operation.

value: Damien's Belgian Waffles

signal: Belgian waffles cafe; ~$10-16


value: 353 Bernard Avenue, V1Y 6N6

community: Kelowna

value: Bernie's is a supper club and cinema experience on Kelowna's main downtown strip, pairing a full-service restaurant with an in-house movie theatre. The menu leans heavily on Okanagan-region ingredients and a dedicated raw bar featuring oysters, seafood towers, and caviar. Touring cyclists looking for an upscale downtown Kelowna dinner stop will find local craft beers, creative cocktails, and a distinctive dine-in-film atmosphere.

value: Bernies

detail: FAQ page states: 'Our menu has a variety of gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan options and our kitchen team does the best they can to accommodate to any dietary restrictions or allergies.'

signal: Raw bar with oysters; small plates $18–22; supper club concept

wow_evidence: supper club and cinema experience ... Okanagan-region ingredients


value: 450 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 25 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (12 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (4 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 51m; stands (3 spaces) at 64m; stands (4 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (21 spaces) at 84m; stands (21 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (4 spaces) at 88m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (12 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (8 spaces) at 96m. Total: 132 spaces.

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 11211 Bridgeport Road, Unit 101, Richmond, BC

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

value: Aline Sports is an authorized Specialized dealer in Richmond, BC that bills itself as the only mountain bike specialist in the area, stocking a wide range from entry-level commuters to high-end S-Works models. The shop runs a dedicated repair department and carries an extensive parts, clothing, and accessories inventory across bike and snow disciplines. Touring cyclists will find a full-service shop environment with repair expertise, rentals, and a broad component selection.

value: Aline Sports

detail: Website navigation includes a 'Rentals & Demos' section under the main menu

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: dedicated repair department... Rentals & Demos


value: 990 West 59th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6P 1X9

blurb: Marpole-Oakridge community centre with whirlpool and sauna.

value: Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre is a long-established neighbourhood hub founded in 1949, jointly operated by the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation and the Marpole-Oakridge Community Association. Situated at the north end of Oak Park at West 59th Avenue and Oak Street, it houses a fitness centre with weight room, cardio room, racquetball court, whirlpool, and sauna, alongside a broad recreational program roster serving all ages. A new replacement facility is also in development, with imagery available on the centre's website.

dwell: short

setting: mixed

value: Marpole Oakridge Community Centre

detail: Snack Bar referenced in volunteer opportunities section: 'Snack Bar Youth Volunteer (15yrs+) Do you have a passion for food, like helping others in a fast paced s...'

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: DUPE#9 winner — operating 1949 centre with whirlpool and sauna; recovery ladder 1/2.


value: 2814 Saint Johns Street, Port Moody

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: staple at 79m.

community: Port Moody

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


community: Langford

value: Quality Foods


value: 2755 Lougheed Highway, Port Coquitlam

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 75m; rack (5 spaces) at 95m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Earl of Sandwich


value: 3000 Lougheed Highway, V3B 1C5

community: Coquitlam

value: Red Robin is a burger restaurant chain offering casual dining. Located on Lougheed Highway in Coquitlam, it serves as a convenient meal stop for touring cyclists.

value: Red Robin

signal: chain 'red robin'


value: 6133 University Boulevard, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (20 spaces, covered) at 24m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 41m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: El Cartel is a Mexican street food restaurant housed in the lower level of the AMS Nest at UBC, born from a food truck run by an international team of chefs drawing on culinary traditions from Mexico, Korea, India, Ireland, and Vietnam. The menu features handmade corn tortilla tacos, burritos, and rice bowls with inventive fusions like Korean Bulgogi Steak Tacos alongside classic Beef Birria. It serves the UBC campus community with fresh, fast street food and also offers catering for events.

value: El Cartel

detail: Menu lists Ensenada Vegetarian Tacos (black beans, corn, onions, roasted garlic, pico de gallo) and Ensenada Veggie burrito/bowl (chickpea, herb-infused olive oil, fresh vegetables)

signal: Food truck serving tacos and burritos at university food court


value: 8400 Alexandra Road, Unit 100, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 63m.

value: Elysium Korean Bistro & Restaurant is a Korean cuisine establishment located in Richmond's Alexandra Road commercial corridor. It operates out of a unit in what appears to be a multi-tenant commercial building. Touring cyclists passing through Richmond's busy food district may find it a convenient stop for a Korean meal.

value: Elysium Korean Bistro & Restaurant

signal: Korean bistro; ~$18-28pp


value: 777 West Broadway, Unit 108, Vancouver, V5Z 4J7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (20 spaces, covered) at 62m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Dynasty Seafood Restaurant is a Chinese seafood restaurant located on West Broadway in Vancouver. It operates as a dine-in establishment with reservation options.

value: Dynasty Seafood Restaurant

signal: Chinese seafood/dim sum; ~$25-40pp


value: 2012 London Lane

community: Whistler

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 3190 Blenheim St, Vancouver, BC V6K 4J7

value: The Local Farm Market is a greengrocer in Vancouver selling locally sourced farm produce. As a dedicated farm-market-style shop, it likely stocks fresh fruits, vegetables, and other farm goods that would appeal to a touring cyclist resupplying on the road. No further detail about its layout, scale, or offerings could be confirmed due to inaccessible web content.

value: The Local Farm Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market

wow_evidence: dedicated farm-market-style shop selling locally sourced farm produce


value: 3207 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2H5

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 14m; rack (5 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; rack (5 spaces) at 44m; rack (5 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; rack (5 spaces) at 87m; rack (5 spaces) at 96m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: Sahel is a Persian restaurant on West Broadway in Vancouver with 25 years of experience, specializing in kebabs, slow-cooked stews, and aromatic rice dishes rooted in traditional Persian and Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant is described as a 'luxe spot' with elegant décor and attentive service, positioning itself as a destination for refined dining and special occasions. Touring cyclists will find a broad sit-down menu that includes several vegetarian and vegan options alongside hearty meat platters.

value: Sahel

detail: Menu lists 'Veggie Kebab' (onion, zucchini, mushroom, eggplant, sweet pepper, tomato, basmati rice) and 'Vegan Eggplant Stew' (explicitly labelled vegan on the menu)

signal: Kebabs $18-39; platters $55-80


value: 921 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1B9

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (4 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: El Paisano is a family-owned Latin American grocery store with two downtown Vancouver locations — one on Davie Street and one inside Granville SkyTrain Station — specializing in authentic ingredients, spices, snacks, and beverages from Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, and Venezuela. Founded by food lovers with roots in Mexico, the shop brings hard-to-find Latin pantry staples to the heart of the city. The Davie Street location is walkable from the Seawall cycling route and the West End.

value: El Paisano


value: 570 Yates Street, V8W 1K8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 96m.

community: Victoria

value: Leopold's Tavern is a proudly Canadian-owned neighbourhood bar chain with a Victoria location, focused on classic comfort food, good beer, and community. The bar operates under an explicit safe-space policy welcoming all guests regardless of religion, race, gender, or physical ability. Kids are welcome with an adult until 8 PM, and food is available for dine-in, takeout, or delivery via major platforms.

value: Leopold's Tavern

detail: Late-night menu lists a plant-based version of the $5 Smash Burger Jr.; allergen filtering tool available on menu page

signal: amenity=bar

wow_evidence: Canadian-owned neighbourhood bar chain


value: 3220 Village Way, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0

community: Sun Peaks

value: Cahilty Creek Kitchen & Taproom is an independently owned restaurant and taproom at Sun Peaks Resort, operating since 2011 with 16 taps of BC craft beers, premium cocktails, and BC wines alongside a seasonal comfort-food menu. Located slope-side off the Gentle Giant ski run and attached to Nancy Greene's Cahilty Lodge, the venue advertises hike, bike, or ski-in/ski-out access and claims some of the highest patios in the village with panoramic mountain views. Touring cyclists riding the Sun Peaks trail network will find full breakfast-through-dinner service, takeout, and a welcoming locals-owned atmosphere.

value: Cahilty Creek Kitchen and Taproom

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian items including Avocado Toast, Miso Tofu Bites, Fruit & Yogurt Parfait, and Huevos Rancheros Burrito; website notes 'Have allergies or a special request? Just ask!'

signal: kitchen & taproom, comfort food; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: independently owned... hike, bike, or ski-in/ski-out access... 16 taps of BC craft beers


value: 197 Keefer Place, Vancouver, BC V6B 6C1

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: wall_loops (6 spaces) at 10m; stands (4 spaces) at 38m; stands (4 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; wall_loops (8 spaces, covered) at 96m. Total: 36 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Charisma Social Club House is a long-standing family-run cafe in Vancouver's Chinatown, celebrated for housemade soups, award-winning cheesecakes, and boutique bubble teas served late into the evening. The spacious venue doubles as a vibrant community hub, hosting regular language exchanges, creative workshops, paint-and-sip nights, and chef-led pop-ups throughout the week. Its central Chinatown location makes it a lively and welcoming stop for cyclists exploring the downtown core.

value: Charisma Social Club House

signal: amenity=cafe


value: Phở Hòa is an international Vietnamese noodle-soup chain founded in California in 1983, now operating in over 60 locations across 6 countries including Canada. The brand positions itself around a health-conscious broth made from lean meats rather than traditional bone marrow, alongside a full menu of pho variants, rice plates, vermicelli bowls, and fresh rolls. A touring cyclist stopping here would find a warm sit-down meal with substantial noodle-soup options designed for comfort after a long ride.

value: Phở Hòa

detail: Menu lists 'Vegetarian Phở Chay' — tofu, broccoli, cauliflower, mushrooms, and carrots in a mushroom broth. No explicit vegan or GF labelling found

signal: Pho Hoa Vietnamese chain; ~$14-18pp

wow_evidence: international Vietnamese noodle-soup chain... over 60 locations across 6 countries


value: 30770 Fraser Highway, Abbotsford, V2T 0E2

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 35m; wave (3 spaces) at 49m; wave (3 spaces) at 51m; wave (3 spaces) at 53m; wave (3 spaces) at 63m; stands (4 spaces) at 66m; wave (3 spaces) at 74m; wave (3 spaces) at 92m. Total: 24 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Barcelos is a fast-food establishment specializing in flame-grilled chicken. This location offers drive-through service, making it a convenient quick-service stop along Fraser Highway in Abbotsford.

value: Barcelos Flame Grilled Chicken


value: Central Kootenay H, BC V0G 1S0, Canada

bike_access: hard

community: Silverton

value: Walk-in campground on Slocan Lake reached by a 700 m moderately steep trail from the parking lot; lower sites sit steps from a pebble beach with clear swimming and evening views of the Valhalla Mountains, but loaded bikes mean a stiff carry-in.

value: Bannock Point Recreation Site


value: 201-999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1

value: The Flying Whale Café is the in-house café of Flyover, Vancouver's immersive aerial flight simulation attraction anchored at the iconic Canada Place on the downtown waterfront. The café serves a full range of specialty coffee drinks, teas, pastries, hot food items, and alcoholic beverages, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Its location on the Coal Harbour waterfront puts it steps from Stanley Park and Gastown, making it a convenient stop on a downtown Vancouver cycling loop.

value: The Flying Whale

detail: Menu explicitly lists 'Vegetarian Spring Rolls served with Plum Sauce'; salads and parfait also present. No GF labelling observed


value: 1265 Rogers Way, Kamloops, V1S 1N5

community: Kamloops

value: On the Rocks is a pub and grill that bills itself as Kamloops' local favourite, serving an extensive menu that spans Maple-Glazed Salmon, AAA Prime Sterling Silver Sirloin, and hearty pub fare alongside a wide selection of draft and bottled beers from around the world. The venue doubles as an entertainment hub, with big-screen TVs for major sporting events and regular live music performances. Touring cyclists arriving in Kamloops would find a full sit-down meal option with a varied menu and a lively atmosphere.

value: On the Rocks


value: 2601 Westview Dr, North Vancouver, BC V7N 3X3, Canada

community: North Vancouver

value: Hamaei Japanese Menu is a Japanese restaurant located in North Vancouver. It offers indoor dining in a smoke-free environment, making it a sit-down option for cyclists passing through the area. The Facebook-based web presence suggests a small, independently operated establishment.

value: Hamaei Japanese Menu

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


value: 4369 Main St, Whistler, BC

value: Splitz Grill has been Whistler's original burger joint since 1997, building its reputation on custom-stacked burgers with scratch-made sauces and fresh toppings. Located on Main Street in the village core, it's a natural refueling stop for cyclists rolling through Whistler. The menu spans premium meat and vegan options, with dine-in, takeout, and delivery available.

value: Splitz Grill

detail: Website states 'Serving premium meat and many vegan options, we have a burger for every occasion!'

signal: cuisine=burger


value: Unit 257A, North Vancouver, BC

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

community: Burnaby

value: Big Orange is a long-running bubble tea franchise whose first store opened at Burnaby's Metrotown Mall in 1996, now operating dozens of locations across Canada, the US, and Malaysia. The North Vancouver outlet serves fresh fruit bubble teas, ice cream bubble teas, waffles, and desserts, with takeout available. On a hot cycling day the fruit-based slushes and teas make it a plausible refreshment stop.

value: Big Orange

wow_evidence: bubble tea franchise... dozens of locations across Canada, the US, and Malaysia


value: 8045 204 Street, Langley, BC V2Y2A9

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: bollard (4 spaces) at 10m; bollard (4 spaces) at 42m; bollard (6 spaces) at 73m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Langley

value: BarBurrito is Canada's largest Mexican-inspired burrito chain, proudly Canadian since 2005 and now operating 385+ locations nationwide. This Langley location serves fully customizable burritos, bowls, tacos, and quesadillas assembled from fresh, in-house ingredients with a wide range of proteins. Cyclists looking for a quick, filling meal will find substantial options including vegetarian and gluten-free choices.

value: BarBurrito

detail: Nutrition calculator lists 'Veggie Ground' and 'Falafel' as protein options; 'Gluten Free' tortilla available for burritos and quesadillas

wow_evidence: Canada's largest Mexican-inspired burrito chain...385+ locations nationwide


value: Alberni Highway, Coombs

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 21m.

community: Coombs

value: Billy G's Doughnuts is a fresh-made doughnut shop within The Old Country Market, a 50-year-old Coombs landmark on the Alberni Highway — the main cycling and driving corridor to the west coast of Vancouver Island. The shop is famous for a large rotating menu of crullers, fritters, and inventively named doughnuts with local flavour references (Nanaimo Bar, Coombs Cut Off, Ukee Magic). The broader market campus includes groceries, a deli, a garden centre, and multiple restaurants, making it a substantial stop for cyclists passing through.

value: Billy G's Doughnuts

detail: Market campus includes Market Café, Taqueria Cantina, and Cuckoo's Italian Restaurant, all listed as active food service venues on the website

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 107 Yew St #1, Kamloops, BC V2B 4A1

value: Yew Street Food Hall is a vibrant indoor food hall in Kamloops' North Shore neighbourhood, bringing together ten independent food and drink vendors under one roof. The eclectic vendor lineup spans Korean fried chicken, Vietnamese, Mexican, pasta, crepes, and craft beverages from local and regional producers. It's a community-focused culinary hub where a touring cyclist can choose from a wide variety of cuisines without committing to a single restaurant.

value: Yew Street Food Hall


value: Mile 122 John Hart Hwy, Mackenzie, BC V0J 2C0

price_label: Premium

community: Azouzetta

value: A lakeside lodge and campground in the Pine Pass on paved Highway 97, with an on-site café serving homemade meals, kayaking, fishing, and adjacent Powder King ski resort; a commercial, year-round destination that draws both summer and winter visitors.

value: Azouzetta Lake Lodge & Cabins

wow_evidence: on-site café serving homemade meals...strategically important location on the John Hart Highway


value: 189 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: wall_loops (16 spaces, covered) at 21m; wall_loops (16 spaces, covered) at 22m; wall_loops (16 spaces, covered) at 22m; wall_loops (16 spaces, covered) at 25m; stands (6 spaces) at 95m. Total: 70 spaces.

value: Cilantro Indian Cuisine is a full-service Indian restaurant on West Broadway serving a broad menu of North and South Indian dishes alongside Indo-Chinese fusion items, with freshly ground spices and house-made chutneys. The kitchen has over 20 years of experience spanning India, Malaysia, the UK, and North America, and the Vancouver location is a second outpost of an original White Rock restaurant. Touring cyclists will find a wide range of dietary accommodations including vegan, gluten-free, and Jain dishes, plus online ordering for convenient takeout.

value: Cilantro Indian Cuisine

detail: FAQ states: 'we offer a variety of vegan and gluten free options' and 'we offer a variety of Jain dishes.' Menu includes many vegetarian and vegan items

signal: North/South Indian + Indo-Chinese; ~$16-26pp


value: 50490 TRANS CANADA HWY, BOSTON BAR, V0K 1C0

community: Boston Bar

value: A well-amenitized RV resort on the Trans-Canada Highway through the Fraser Canyon, with flush showers, on-site games, and a playground; no tent rate is published and a boil water advisory is in effect.

value: Canyon Alpine RV Park & Campground

wow_evidence: showers, laundry, ice, food, and covered shelter confirmed


value: 15181 Thrift Avenue, White Rock, V4B0C1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 86m.

community: White Rock

value: Thrifty Foods


value: 50 Raven Ave, Old Massett, BC V0T 1M0

community: Masset

value: April's White Raven House is a waterfront guest house on northern Haida Gwaii in Old Massett, operated by Haida artist SG̱áana Jaad (April White), who also maintains an on-site gallery. The eight-room property sits on Masset Inlet with direct beach access and sweeping inlet views, offering a distinctly Haida cultural immersion. Touring cyclists would find it a compelling base for exploring North Beach, Tow Hill, ancient Haida villages, and the broader Gwaii Haanas region.

value: April's White Raven Home

signal: 8-room waterfront guest house with artist gallery, Old Massett; $150-200

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: operated by Haida artist SG̱áana Jaad (April White)... on-site gallery... distinctly Haida cultural immersion


value: 216-32530 Lougheed Hwy, Mission, BC V2V 1A5

community: Mission

value: Mission Hills Sushi is a Japanese restaurant in Chilliwack, BC, situated in the Fraser Valley — a popular corridor for touring cyclists travelling between Metro Vancouver and the Interior. It would offer cyclists a sit-down meal stop, though details about the dining experience, menu, and facilities are unavailable due to the compromised website.

value: Mission Hills Sushi

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

wow_evidence: domain has been hijacked and redirected to a known malicious host


value: 3750 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; rack (7 spaces) at 16m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 43m; rack (5 spaces) at 50m; rack (4 spaces) at 84m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 86m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 87m; rack (4 spaces) at 89m; rack (4 spaces) at 94m. Total: 43 spaces.

value: Breka Bakery & Café is a Vancouver family-owned institution founded in 2006, now operating eight locations across the city around the clock every day of the year. The West 4th Avenue café offers an extensive selection of baked goods, sandwiches, soups, and beverages — including dedicated vegan and gluten-friendly items — with online ordering and a Grab & Go section. Its 24/7 availability makes it a rare option for cyclists riding early mornings, late nights, or any hour in between.

value: Breka Bakery & Café

detail: Website has dedicated VEGAN and GLUTEN-FREE (labeled 'Gluten Friendly') sections with multiple individually tagged items, including wraps, cakes, cookies, and chia puddings


value: 1705 Campbell Way, V0N 2R0

community: Port McNeill

value: Marketplace IGA


value: 9547 152 Street, Surrey, V3R 5Y5

community: Surrey

value: Swagat Indian Sweet & Restaurant serves authentic Indian cuisine in Surrey. The business operates as both a restaurant and Indian sweet shop, offering a specialized dining option in the area.

value: Swagat Indian Sweet & Restaurant

signal: Indian restaurant/sweets; ~$14-22pp


value: Golf Course Rd, Tumbler Ridge, BC V0C 2W0, Canada

community: Tumbler Ridge

value: Woods Diner is a restaurant located in Northern BC. Beyond its name and restaurant classification in OpenStreetMap, no further details about its cuisine, setting, or offerings could be confirmed from available sources. Touring cyclists passing through this stretch of Northern BC may find it a useful meal stop.

value: Woods Diner

signal: diner, Tumbler Ridge; ~$14-22pp


value: 8908 96A Street, Fort St John, V1J 6E2

community: Fort St. John

value: Shell


value: Towhill Rd, Masset, BC V0T 1R0

community: Delkatla

value: A Haida-owned campground on the northern tip of Haida Gwaii, with North Beach's vast tidal sands and Naikoon Park trails steps away; tent sites share a central flush bathroom, but water is non-potable and the experience is intentionally rustic and off-grid.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

value: Hiellen Village Campsite

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: Haida-owned campground on the northern tip of Haida Gwaii... operated by a First Nations council


value: 998 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 2Z8

community: Victoria

value: An award-winning Edwardian mansion from 1905, fully restored and operating as a luxury B&B with nine individually appointed guest suites featuring antiques, fireplaces, and Jacuzzi tubs. Located in a quiet residential neighbourhood just four blocks from downtown Victoria's Inner Harbour. Registered Heritage Property with a Canada Select 5 Star Rating.

value: Beaconsfield Inn

detail: FAQ states check-in allows 'earlier for luggage drop-off' before the standard check-in window

signal: restored 1905 Edwardian luxury B&B near Inner Harbour; $250-330

subcategory: B&B / Inn

wow_evidence: Registered Heritage Property with a Canada Select 5 Star Rating... award-winning Edwardian mansion from 1905


value: 2030 Barclay Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 1L5

community: Vancouver

value: Rosellen Suites is a boutique extended-stay hotel in Vancouver's West End, steps from Stanley Park and the Seawall — one of North America's premier urban cycling routes. Spacious suites from 600 to 1,900 square feet come with full kitchens, making meal prep practical for touring cyclists on multi-day itineraries. The quiet residential setting on Barclay Street puts cyclists within easy reach of English Bay, the Seawall, and the restaurant strips of Denman and Davie Streets.

value: Rosellen Suites at Stanley Park

detail: Coin-operated washing machines and dryers available on-site for guests

detail: Website states the hotel is within walking distance of 'the many restaurants of Denman and Davie Street.'

signal: 600-1900 sq ft extended-stay suites by Stanley Park; $250-350

wow_evidence: steps from Stanley Park and the Seawall — one of North America's premier urban cycling routes... full kitchens


value: 3033 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3G6, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 16m; stands (3 spaces) at 19m; stands (3 spaces) at 23m; stands (5 spaces) at 92m. Total: 15 spaces.

community: University Hill

value: Pizza Garden is a BC-based Neapolitan pizza chain operated by Neapolitan Pizza Ltd. with over 25 years in the industry, offering authentic wood-fired pizzas with charred crusts, sun-ripened tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella at more than a dozen locations across British Columbia. The chain supports both pickup and delivery and operates a rewards app, making it a straightforward resupply stop on longer cycling routes through urban and university-adjacent corridors.

value: Pizza Garden

wow_evidence: BC-based Neapolitan pizza chain operated by Neapolitan Pizza Ltd. with over 25 years in the industry… more than a dozen locations across British Columbia


value: 301 Village Centre Place, Vernon, BC V1H 1T2

community: Vernon

value: Pallino's Italian Bistro is a casual sit-down restaurant located inside Predator Ridge Resort, a master-planned resort community in the Okanagan Valley about 15 minutes south of Vernon. The kitchen turns out signature thin-crust pizzas, baked pastas, and freshly made sandwiches using locally sourced ingredients, paired with Italian wines, craft beers, and specialty coffee. The resort is a notable cycling destination with 13 km of on-site biking trails connecting to 40+ km at Ellison Provincial Park, and offers a dedicated 'Ride & Stay' package, making Pallino's a natural meal stop for touring and trail cyclists in the area.

value: Pallino's Italian Bistro

signal: resort Italian bistro, pizza/pasta; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: resort is a notable cycling destination with 13 km of on-site biking trails connecting to 40+ km at Ellison Provincial Park... dedicated 'Ride & Stay' package


blurb: 1913 tunnel painted with 210 national flags in Greenwood, Canada's smallest city.

community: Deadwood

value: The Tunnel of Flags is a historic one-lane road tunnel in Greenwood, BC, dating to 1913, that was rediscovered above ground after a new road was built in 1993. To combat graffiti, then-mayor Arno Hennig launched a community project that resulted in 210 hand-painted country flags covering the exterior walls by 2000. It is a quirky and photogenic roadside stop in Canada's smallest city, easily accessible to passing cyclists on the Crowsnest Highway corridor.

theme: landmark

value: Tunnel of Flags

signal: Roadside heritage structure, no admission fee mentioned

wow_evidence: 1913 road tunnel hand-painted with 210 national flags in Canada's smallest city — quirky, photogenic, fly-rod band.


value: 1924 Summit Drive, Kelowna, V1V 3E9

community: Kelowna

value: Murray's Pizza is a beloved Okanagan pizza chain that has been serving the region since 1994, with locations across Summerland, West Kelowna, Oliver, Peachland, and Kelowna. Beyond pizzas, the menu spans calzones, baby back ribs, baked lasagna, donairs, and salads, offering a wide range of options for hungry cyclists. The Kelowna location on Summit Drive is one of several community anchors this local chain has built across the valley.

value: Murray's Pizza

detail: Customer testimonial on website states 'Great gluten free crust!', confirming gluten-free pizza crust is offered

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 5682 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC V5W 2Z4

value: Koon Bo Seafood Restaurant is a long-established Cantonese eatery tucked into a strip mall near Fraser and 41st Avenue in Vancouver, serving traditional Guangdong-style cuisine since 1998. Known locally as a quiet 'hidden gem,' it draws a loyal following with standout dishes like house special shredded chicken, roast squab, Peking duck (advance order required), and a broad dim sum selection. Online ordering is available directly through the restaurant's site as well as through Uber Eats and DoorDash.

value: Koon Bo Seafood Restaurant

signal: Cantonese seafood/dim sum, hidden gem; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: long-established Cantonese eatery... serving traditional Guangdong-style cuisine since 1998


value: 439 Bowen Island Trunk Road, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Bowen Island

value: Doc Morgan's is an oceanfront pub and restaurant located at the Union Steamship Marina on Bowen Island, serving elevated West Coast comfort food with a focus on fresh local seafood — including oysters and fan-favourite fish and chips. It sits right at the ferry terminus, making it a natural stop for cyclists arriving on or departing from the island. Private dining and group bookings are available for larger riding groups.

value: Doc Morgan's Pub & Restaurant

signal: oceanfront pub, oysters/fish & chips; ~$20-30pp

wow_evidence: oceanfront pub and restaurant located at the Union Steamship Marina on Bowen Island... sits right at the ferry terminus


value: 4557 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, V8E 0Y2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 57m.

community: Whistler

value: Arbutus Routes is a locally owned full-service bike shop on Whistler's Blackcomb Way, specializing in high-end mountain bike rentals, guided tours, and year-round workshop servicing. Their rental fleet spans downhill, enduro, trail, e-MTB, gravel, and family bikes from premium brands including Yeti, Transition, Specialized, and Cervelo. Guided tour offerings extend across the Sea to Sky corridor, covering Whistler, Squamish, and Pemberton — including multi-day itineraries.

value: Arbutus Routes

detail: Extensive rental fleet

detail: 'eBike Parts' listed as a dedicated category under Components on the website; shop rents and sells multiple e-MTB models (Yeti LTe, Yeti MTe, Specialized Turbo Levo, Transition Regulator)

detail: Multiple guided tour options listed: Whistler/Squamish/Pemberton singletrack, enduro, e-MTB, Bike Park, scenic valley, and multi-day Sea to Sky tours; MTB skills coaching (Bike Park and Trail/Enduro) also offered

detail: Comprehensive parts catalog on website: brakes, drivetrain (cassettes, chains, derailleurs, chainrings, cranksets), suspension (forks, shocks), saddles, seatposts, wheels & tires (tires, tubes, rims, hubs, spokes), and tools/lubes

detail: Not explicitly named on website but consistent with full-service shop offering tools and repair

wow_evidence: locally owned full-service bike shop... guided tours... multi-day itineraries


value: 50 Tenth Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6L6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 6m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: Pizza Mia is a locally-focused pizza and wings shop in Nanaimo, best known for its signature 'Nanaimo Pie' — a honey garlic chicken pizza named after the city. The shop offers an extensive build-your-own menu alongside a range of specialty pizzas, with online ordering available for both pickup and in-house delivery in select areas. It's a solid quick-stop option for cyclists passing through Nanaimo's south end.

value: Pizza Mia

detail: Website lists a 'Vegetarian Heaven' specialty pizza (mushrooms, onions, green peppers, black olives, tomato, feta) and an extensive selection of vegetable toppings. No vegan or GF options explicitly mentioned


value: 1070 Foul Bay Rd, Victoria, BC V8S4J2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 70m; rack (2 spaces) at 84m; rack at 90m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Domino's is a franchise pizza chain location in Victoria's Fairfield/Gonzales neighbourhood on Foul Bay Road. It offers both delivery and carryout, making it a quick calorie stop for cyclists passing through the area. The menu includes pizza, chicken wings, cheesy bread, pasta, and desserts.

value: Domino's

detail: Coupons page lists 'Veggie' pizza among named specialty pizzas

signal: Domino's pizza chain (confirmed); ~$10-16


bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (5 spaces) at 55m; stands (6 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 61m; bollard (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (6 spaces) at 68m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 72m; bollard (2 spaces) at 82m; bollard (2 spaces) at 82m; bollard (2 spaces) at 83m; bollard (2 spaces) at 83m; bollard (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 55 spaces.

value: Gong Cha

signal: amenity=cafe


label: fall swells

community: River Jordan

value: Coastal campground on the Strait of Juan de Fuca along Highway 14, popular with surfers and wind-sport enthusiasts; exposed oceanfront setting with basic facilities and no confirmed amenities from available sources.

value: Jordan River Regional Park Campground

ownership: Municipal

wow_evidence: Coastal campground on the Strait of Juan de Fuca...popular with surfers and wind-sport enthusiasts


value: Kitimat, BC V8C 2S2, Canada

label: salmon run

months: September October

community: Kitimat

value: A municipal campground beside Hirsch Creek in Kitimat, offering a basic overnight base in an industrial port town at the end of a paved highway spur off Hwy 16; facilities and amenities are unconfirmed.

value: Hirsch Creek Park Campground

wow_evidence: municipal campground beside Hirsch Creek in Kitimat...facilities and amenities are unconfirmed


value: 2118 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V6J 3H6

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 7m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; wide_stands (2 spaces) at 53m; wide_stands (2 spaces) at 57m; wall_loops (9 spaces) at 66m; stands (7 spaces) at 70m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 43 spaces.

value: Novo is a Kitsilano Italian pizzeria and wine bar serving authentic Neapolitan-style pizza baked in a solid brick oven, made with imported Caputo '00' flour and San Marzano tomatoes grown exclusively for the restaurant in the Naples countryside. House-made fresh pasta, antipasti, a full Italian wine list, and classic cocktails like Negroni and Aperol Spritz round out a substantial meal offering well-suited to cyclists finishing a ride along the nearby Burrard corridor or seawall. Takeout and delivery through Uber Eats and DoorDash provide flexibility for those who want to eat on the go.

value: Novo Pizzeria & Winery

detail: Menu explicitly labels 'MARGHERITA (V)' as vegetarian; multiple salad, pasta (e.g. Spaghetti Pomodoro, Spaghetti Aglio e Olio), and antipasti items are also vegetarian. No explicit vegan or gluten-free designations found on the website

signal: Pizzas $18–24, pastas $16–28


value: 8700 McKim Way Unit 2083, Richmond, BC

community: Richmond

value: Kam Ho Noodle Express is a Chinese fast-food counter tucked inside the Aberdeen Centre area of Richmond, one of BC's most vibrant hubs for authentic Asian cuisine. The 'Express' format suggests a quick-service model well-suited to cyclists looking for a hot noodle meal on the go. Richmond's dense urban food scene makes this a handy mid-ride fuel stop on routes through the city.

value: Kam Ho Noodle Express


value: 1215 Thurlow Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1X4

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; rack (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (6 spaces) at 42m; stands (3 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (7 spaces) at 79m; stands (7 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 44 spaces.

value: Thai Basil is a Vancouver Thai restaurant chain established in 2008 with four city locations, including one situated just off Davie Street in the downtown West End. The menu covers a broad range of Thai dishes — curries, noodle soups, salads, and noodles — with vegetarian and gluten-free options woven throughout. Dine-in and takeout with delivery are both available.

value: Thai Basil

detail: Menu includes tofu substitutions across curries, soups, and noodle dishes, and a dedicated Mixed Veggie Salad

signal: Main entrees $12.95–$13.50, well under $15


value: 555 West Hastings Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (9 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (4 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (4 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; rack (2 spaces) at 82m. Total: 25 spaces.

blurb: 360-degree observation deck 168 metres above downtown; glass elevator ride up.

value: Vancouver Lookout is a 168-metre observation tower atop Harbour Centre in downtown Vancouver, opened in 1977 and inaugurated by Neil Armstrong — at the time the tallest building in the city. A glass elevator whisks visitors to a 360° deck with views spanning Stanley Park, Gastown, the North Shore Mountains, and the working port. Centrally located across from Waterfront Station, it makes a natural landmark stop mid-ride for cyclists exploring the downtown core or Seawall.

value: Vancouver Lookout (Harbour Centre)

detail: Website FAQ: 'Is there food available for purchase on deck? No, visitors are welcome to bring outside food and non-alcoholic beverages.'

signal: tourism=viewpoint

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: 168m observation deck (1977, opened by Neil Armstrong), 360-degree views over the city, port, and mountains; paid elevator, day-enhancing. Misfiled as Park / Nature.


value: 9810 100 Street, Fort St. John, V1J 3Y1

value: Motel 6 is a budget accommodation chain with a location in Fort St. John on 100 Street. It provides straightforward overnight lodging for travelers and cyclists passing through the area. As part of a widely available chain, it offers consistent, affordable accommodation.

value: Motel 6

signal: chain 'motel 6'