value: 100 1st Avenue West, Prince Rupert, V8J 1A8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (6 spaces, covered) at 57m. Total: 6 spaces.

blurb: North Coast museum of Tsimshian history and art, in a monumental longhouse building.

community: Prince Rupert

value: The Museum of Northern British Columbia is a century-old regional institution in Prince Rupert dedicated to preserving and interpreting the natural and cultural heritage of the Northwest Coast, with a particular focus on Tsimshian First Nations history and art. It administers several related sites including the 'Wiwaabm Ts'msyeen Tsimshian Performance Longhouse and the Kwinitsa Station Railway Museum, and offers immersive guided tours combining gallery visits with live feast experiences and traditional dance. For a touring cyclist arriving in Prince Rupert, it represents a compelling cultural anchor in a remote northern port city steeped in Indigenous and maritime history.

value: Museum of Northern British Columbia

signal: Adult admission $9 listed on about page

wow_evidence: Century-old institution in a monumental cedar longhouse-style building, focused on Tsimshian history and art — the North Coast's flagship museum.


source: enrichment

value: 150-4731 Garden City Road, Richmond, BC V6Y 1P9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 84m.

category: Food & Drink

community: Richmond

value: Liuyishou Hotpot is the Richmond, BC outpost of a large international Chinese hotpot chain with locations across North America. The restaurant offers all-you-can-eat dine-in hotpot with both lunch set menus and dinner AYCE options, where guests cook a variety of ingredients in shared broth pots at the table. It is a substantial sit-down establishment in a Richmond strip mall, likely appealing to cyclists looking for a hearty, social meal.

value: Liuyishou Hotpot

source: osm

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

band_key: casual

confidence: high

label: Casual

signal: AYCE hotpot dinner menu starts at $32.99

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: welcoming


community: Cranbrook

value: Denny's

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'denny'

region: Kootenay Rockies

tier: info


value: 2257 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, V5L 1V3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (12 spaces, covered) at 47m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Jackalope's is a neighbourhood dive bar and restaurant on East Hastings Street in Vancouver, built around a deliberately inclusive, no-frills ethos and an explicit anti-discrimination policy ('Be cool or get lost'). It serves regional cuisine in a relaxed, locals-first setting that makes no concessions to tourist expectations. A touring cyclist passing through East Van would find an unpretentious place to refuel rather than a hospitality-polished stop.

value: Jackalope's Neighborhood Dive

detail: Website states 'We don't do take out over the phone' but does not explicitly say takeout is unavailable in person; ambiguous

signal: Named 'Neighbourhood Dive'—explicit low-price indicator; sit-down venue


value: 12054 96 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3V 1W3

community: Surrey

value: Founded in 1978 by the Allen and Green families, Donegal's Irish House is an independently owned, family-operated neighborhood pub in Surrey with nearly five decades of community history. It hosts regular live music events and serves a broad menu of pub classics alongside a creative cocktail list. Cyclists stopping in will find a genuinely welcoming atmosphere shaped by Irish hospitality tradition rather than corporate formula.

value: Donegal's Irish House

detail: Multiple menu items marked 'GF*' including Fries, Hot-Honey Fries, Potato Skins, and Mini Nachos; vegetarian options include Fried Perogies (spinach & feta) and Mini Nachos

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: Founded in 1978 by the Allen and Green families...independently owned, family-operated neighborhood pub...nearly five decades of community history


value: 158 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1T3

value: UCHU Cevicheria & Raw Bar is a Peruvian coastal seafood restaurant in Vancouver's Chinatown, helmed by Chef Ricardo Valverde, whose culinary vision draws on Peru's ceviche traditions fused with Japanese Nikkei and Chinese Chifa influences. The intimate 68-seat dining room is anchored by a Raw Bar and open kitchen, with exposed brick and blue upholstery evoking the oceanside cevicherias of Peru. Sister restaurant to SUYO, UCHU represents Valverde's second exploration of his Peruvian heritage in Vancouver's culinary scene.

value: Uchu Cevicheria & Raw Bar

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Main courses $35-49, named chef, raw bar, tasting menu at $89pp

wow_evidence: helmed by Chef Ricardo Valverde ... Sister restaurant to SUYO


value: 8580 Alexandra Rd #2015, Richmond, BC V6X 4B3

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 22m; stands (7 spaces) at 43m; stands at 60m; rack at 62m; rack at 80m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Deer Garden Signatures is a well-established Chinese restaurant chain in Richmond known for its signature fish soup noodles (魚湯米線) made without MSG. The Alexandra Road location (DG1) sits in the heart of Richmond's busy food street corridor. Online ordering and dine-in are both available, making it a practical meal stop on a Richmond cycling loop.

value: Deer Garden Signatures

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

label: Cheap eats

signal: Fish soup noodle house—inherently cheap eats despite sit-down service


value: 2425 Macdonald Street, V6K 3Y9

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; rack (3 spaces) at 87m; rack (3 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 18 spaces.

blurb: Vancouver Public Library branch in Kitsilano near the Arbutus Greenway.

category: Attractions

value: The Kitsilano Branch of the Vancouver Public Library serves one of Vancouver's most cycling-friendly neighbourhoods, sitting close to the Arbutus Greenway and the beaches of English Bay. As a public library, it offers a quiet, free indoor space where touring cyclists can rest, connect, and recharge. It is operated by the Vancouver Public Library system, one of the busiest public library systems in Canada.

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: Kitsilano Library Branch

ownership: Public

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Neighbourhood VPL branch; library ladder 1/1.


value: 2427 Kingsway, V5R 5G8

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 14m; stands (1 space) at 66m; stands (1 space) at 78m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Sushi Sei is a Japanese sushi restaurant on Kingsway in Vancouver, offering both dine-in and online ordering options. Touring cyclists can stop in for a fresh sushi meal and Japanese cuisine in a casual dining environment. The restaurant's central location makes it accessible to cyclists passing through the Kingsway corridor.

value: Sushi Sei

confidence: low

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

source: judgement

wow_evidence: Japanese sushi restaurant on Kingsway


value: 1-177 Tranquille Rd, Kamloops, BC V2B 3E8

community: Kamloops

value: Sorriso Italian Restaurant is an Italian eatery located in Kamloops, BC. Beyond its cuisine type, no further details about the establishment — its setting, specialties, or cyclist amenities — could be confirmed from available sources.

value: Sorriso Restaurant & Deli

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

region: Thompson Okanagan


value: 4790 Marine Avenue

blurb: Museum and archives of the qathet region's history.

community: Powell River

value: The qathet Museum and Archives Society — formerly the Powell River Forestry Museum — preserves and presents the history of the qathet region on BC's Sunshine Coast. Housed on Marine Avenue in Powell River, it offers archival records and exhibits documenting the area's forestry, Indigenous, and settler heritage. Touring cyclists passing through Powell River will find it a worthwhile cultural stop in a town rich with industrial and maritime history.

days_closed: Mo Su

dwell: half

energy: neutral

theme: history

value: qathet Museum and Archives Society

ownership: Nonprofit / community

signal: regional museum & archives, donation entry

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Regional museum and archives of forestry, Indigenous, and settler history on Marine Avenue.


value: 215 Cow Bay Road, V8J 1A2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 32m; rack at 95m.

blurb: Prince Rupert's visitor centre: maps and guides for the North Coast and Haida Gwaii.

value: Prince Rupert Visitor Information Centre is the official tourism information hub for Prince Rupert, BC — a coastal city on British Columbia's wild North Coast that serves as a gateway to the Great Bear Rainforest, world-class fishing, and rich Ts'msyen cultural heritage. The centre provides maps, brochures, and downloadable guides covering hiking trails, wildlife viewing, outdoor adventure, and local dining, and also offers phone and email visitor services. For a touring cyclist arriving by BC Ferries or venturing through this remote northern destination, it is a practical first stop for trip planning and local orientation.

days_closed: Sa Su

planning: walk-up

season: summer

signal: visitor centre, free

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Ground-truth anchor (2): a place to route through when in the area.


value: 510 Lorne Street, Kamloops, BC

blurb: Heritage society of the 1912 steam engine Spirit of Kamloops; excursions being revived.

value: The Kamloops Heritage Railway Society stewards the #2141 'Spirit of Kamloops,' a historic 1912 Canadian Locomotive Company steam engine that is the sole surviving example of its class. The society is currently undertaking a major reactivation project in partnership with the City of Kamloops and CN Rail, with an ambitious vision of running steam-powered excursions along the Okanagan Subdivision between Kamloops and Vernon. For a touring cyclist, this could eventually be a remarkable heritage attraction on the Thompson-Okanagan corridor, but it is not currently operational.

facet_confidence: low

planning: check-ahead

setting: mixed

value: Kamloops Heritage Railway

band_key: moderate

confidence: medium

label: Moderate

signal: Heritage steam railway, planned paid tours, upmarket positioning, no prices shown

wow_evidence: Home of #2141 'Spirit of Kamloops', sole surviving 1912 locomotive of its class; excursions paused pending reactivation project.


community: Chilliwack

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 1202 Trans-Canada Hwy, Golden, BC V0A 1H1

community: Golden

value: Pint + Fork is a casual full-service restaurant on the Trans-Canada Highway in Golden, BC, offering comfort food alongside local craft beers, cocktails, and mountain views from a summer patio. It explicitly markets itself to adventurers and travelers arriving fresh off the trails, with a laid-back mountain-town atmosphere. The restaurant also offers organized group dining and tour bus catering, making it a practical stop for larger cycling parties or supported tours.

value: Pint + Fork

signal: comfort food + craft beer, patio; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: welcomes travelers 'fresh off the trail'... group/tour bus catering


value: 15491 Marine Drive, White Rock, V4B 1C9

community: White Rock

value: Beaver Tails

ownership: Buy Canadian


value: 4429 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 56m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Chicko Chicken is a Korean fried chicken fast food chain with dozens of locations across BC and Canada. The Burnaby Metrotown location sits on Kingsway and offers indoor seating with card payment accepted. Cyclists passing through the Metrotown corridor will find it a quick stop for a hot meal.

value: Chicko Chicken


value: 32753 Lougheed Hwy, Mission, BC V2V 1A8, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 70m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Mission

value: DQ Grill & Chill

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 11156 84 Ave, Delta, BC V4C 2L7

community: Delta

value: Todai Sushi is a small, 7-table Japanese restaurant in the Delta neighbourhood of the Lower Mainland, offering a broad menu of sushi, rolls, tempura, teriyaki, and noodle dishes rooted in Japanese culinary tradition. The restaurant emphasizes fresh ingredients and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere, with online ordering available for those who prefer to grab food on the go. A dedicated Vegetarian menu section makes it accessible to a range of dietary needs.

value: Todai Sushi

detail: Website menu lists a dedicated 'Vegetarian' category among its menu sections

signal: small sushi spot, lunch/dinner boxes; ~$15-24pp

wow_evidence: small, 7-table Japanese restaurant


value: 38161 Cleveland Ave, Squamish, BC V8B 0A6, Canada

community: Squamish

value: Green Olive Market & Café is a café and market in Squamish, BC offering both indoor and outdoor seating. The combination of market and café format suggests a spot where cyclists passing through Squamish could stop for food and provisions. Its outdoor seating makes it a potential rest stop on rides in the Sea-to-Sky corridor.

value: Green Olive Market & Café

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: Juan de Fuca, BC V9B 6H7, Canada

blurb: Suspension bridge over a forest gorge on the Sooke Hills trail network.

community: Goldstream

value: The Goldstream Suspension Bridge is a striking pedestrian and cycling feature spanning a forested river gorge in the greater Goldstream/Sooke Hills wilderness area west of Victoria. It sits along a popular trail network managed by the Capital Regional District and serves as a scenic highlight on the Vancouver Crossing Loop route. Touring cyclists passing through the region frequently use it as a landmark waypoint amid old-growth Douglas fir and western red cedar.

dwell: short

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Goldstream Suspension Bridge

origin: manual

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: Government regional park (CRD), no admission fees shown

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Pedestrian/cycling suspension bridge over a forested gorge on the CRD trail network west of Victoria.


value: 1025 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, BC V7X 1M5

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 62m; stands (5 spaces) at 70m; stands (5 spaces) at 78m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: FUNK Coffee Bar is a specialty coffee roaster and café in downtown Vancouver's financial district, serving vibrant single-origin coffees alongside breakfast and lunch eats. The venue doubles as a 138-person event space with a lounge area, boardroom catering, and outdoor seating. A subscription coffee box program and in-house-designed brewing gear make it a destination for serious coffee enthusiasts passing through the city core.

value: FUNK coffee bar

signal: amenity=bar

wow_evidence: specialty coffee roaster and café


value: 200 Birch Avenue South

category: Groceries

community: 100 Mile House

value: FIELDS

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 7771 Westminster Highway, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 57m; rack at 65m; rack (covered) at 79m; rack at 86m.

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 34 Young Road

community: Clearwater


value: Unit B140, 6286 203 Street, Langley, BC V3A 5E6

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Langley

value: Cap's Bicycles is a full-service bike shop in Langley carrying Norco, Kona, Opus, and Devinci across mountain, gravel, city, e-bike, and kids categories. Their service department employs professionally trained technicians offering everything from basic tune-ups to complete frame-up rebuilds, including dedicated e-bike service packages. A large in-store parts inventory spanning drivetrains, brakes, cables, and components makes it a practical stop for cyclists in the Fraser Valley.

value: CAP'S Bicycles

detail: Service page lists dedicated 'Comp Tune-Up (Hub Drive E-Bikes)' and 'Comp Plus Tune-Up (Hub Drive E-Bikes)' packages with specific e-bike service tasks

subcategory: Repair Shop


value: 2070 Crowsnest Highway, Cawston, BC V0X 1C2

community: Cawston

value: Twisted Hills Craft Cider is the first standalone cidery in the Similkameen Valley, established in 2012 in Cawston and producing BC's first full line-up of certified organic ciders from estate-grown, cider-specific apple varieties. The cidery operates a seasonal tasting room—dubbed the CiderDome—on a 12-acre organic orchard where visitors can taste a diverse range of single-varietal and fruit-infused ciders. Touring cyclists on the Crowsnest Highway (HWY 3) can stop in to sample and purchase bottles directly, or arrange curbside pickup of online orders.

value: Twisted Hills Craft Cider

signal: organic cidery, seasonal tasting room; ~$15-25 visit

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: first standalone cidery in the Similkameen Valley... certified organic ciders from estate-grown, cider-specific apple varieties


value: 1-5901 Broadway, Burnaby, BC V5B 2Y1

value: White Lotus Cafe is an authentic Vietnamese restaurant in North Burnaby serving pho, Bún Bò Huế, bánh mì made with daily-baked bread, and fresh salad rolls. The cafe offers dine-in with reservations, online takeout ordering, full catering services, and private event packages. Customer reviews consistently single out the Spicy Beef & Pork Noodle Soup as among the best in the greater Vancouver area.

value: White Lotus Cafe

detail: Menu explicitly labels a Vegetarian (VG) Banh Mi with fried tofu and vegetarian 'ham' (excludes pate)

signal: Vietnamese pho/banh mi; ~$14-20pp

wow_evidence: authentic Vietnamese restaurant…bánh mì made with daily-baked bread


value: 5000 Canoe Pass Way, Unit FC-12, Tsawwassen Mills, Delta, BC V4M 0B3

community: Delta (Tsawwassen)

value: California Thai is a Thai fusion chain offering dishes such as Pad Thai, curries, noodle soups, and fried rice across mall food-court locations. The brand is built around Thai culinary philosophy, emphasizing harmonious teamwork and rich fusion flavours. The chain's official website lists no British Columbia locations, making the existence of this Tsawwassen listing difficult to verify.

value: California Thai

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian dishes including Mixed Vegetables, Zucchini Mix, Eggplant Tofu, Mango Salad, and Green Beans

signal: Casual Thai chain; typical menu items (Pad Thai, curries, rice); no premium signals

wow_evidence: website lists all locations in Ontario and Alberta — no BC location appears


value: 1140 27th Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G1

community: Erickson

value: A family-owned estate winery nestled in the Creston Valley of the Kootenays, Baillie-Grohman grows cool-climate varieties including Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Gewürztraminer on its own vineyard. The tasting room pairs wine flights with a food menu of local charcuterie boards, warm brie, and seasonal accompaniments sourced from valley producers. Summer evenings bring live music and Sunday DJ sessions in the outdoor pavilion, making this a lively destination stop for cyclists exploring the Kootenay wine route.

value: Baillie-Grohman Estate Winery

detail: Menu states 'Gluten free crackers are available upon request' and notes staff accommodate allergies and dietary requirements. The Forager board (hummus, tapenade, vegetables, fruit, focaccia) is a vegetarian option

signal: estate winery, tastings + charcuterie boards; ~$18-28

wow_evidence: family-owned estate winery nestled in the Creston Valley… lively destination stop for cyclists exploring the Kootenay wine route


value: 6112 Wasa Lake Park Drive, Wasa, V0B 2K0

community: Wasa

value: A convenience shop combined with a gas station serving the Wasa Lake area. Located on Wasa Lake Park Drive, it provides a refueling and supply stop for travelers passing through the region.

value: Wasa Lake Gas & Food

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 312 Esplanade East, North Vancouver, BC V7L 1A4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 88m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Beere Brewing is a father-and-son craft brewery and tasting room on Esplanade East in North Vancouver, pouring a rotating lineup of house-brewed ales, IPAs, lagers, and sours with playful names. The taproom features outdoor seating and a retail shop selling individual cans to go. The brewery leans into local sourcing, using BC-grown ingredients including Pemberton hops and Armstrong barley in some of its beers.

value: Beere Brewing Tasting Room

wow_evidence: father-and-son craft brewery... BC-grown ingredients including Pemberton hops and Armstrong barley


value: 5299 Rutherford Road, V9T 5N9

community: Nanaimo

value: Bodhi's Artisan Bakery is a small, independently operated artisan bakery located in Nanaimo's south end on Rutherford Road, housed in a retail building. It operates on a weekday schedule, making it a potential stop for touring cyclists passing through the area in search of freshly baked goods. As an artisan operation, it likely offers locally made breads and pastries rather than a broad grocery selection.

value: Bodhi's Artisan Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


community: Langford


value: 200 3rd Street West, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0

community: Revelstoke

value: The Last Drop is a bar in Revelstoke with outdoor seating and brewery connections. Touring cyclists will find a social venue for food and drinks when passing through town.

value: The Last Drop


value: 537 West Broadway, Vancouver, V5Z 1E6

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 42m; rack (covered) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (4 spaces) at 74m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; rack at 84m; stands (6 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (6 spaces) at 91m; stands (8 spaces) at 96m. Total: 57 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: This McDonald's sits on the second floor (level 1) of a building on the busy Broadway-Cambie corridor in Vancouver, without a drive-through. It offers both indoor and outdoor seating alongside takeaway and delivery options, making it a quick resupply stop for cyclists travelling along the Broadway corridor. The location is a standard urban franchise outlet with no cycling-specific features confirmed.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 525 Okanagan Highway

community: Westside

value: Tim Hortons


value: #110 - 9020 Capstan Way, Richmond, BC V6X 3V9

community: Richmond

value: Pho Han Restaurant is a Vietnamese family restaurant established in 2011 in the West Cambie neighbourhood of Richmond, serving traditional dishes including pho, grilled lemongrass chicken and pork, banh mi, and fresh salad rolls. The restaurant is located in a strip-mall unit and offers dine-in, phone takeout, and delivery via UberEats. A touring cyclist stopping in Richmond will find a hearty, affordable hot meal well-suited for refuelling.

value: Pho Han Restaurant

signal: Basic pho $15.50; most mains $24–27

wow_evidence: Vietnamese family restaurant established in 2011 in a strip-mall unit


value: 8888 University Dr W, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6

community: Burnaby

value: Crust N Crunch is a pizza and donair counter located inside SFU's Academic Quadrangle building (Level 3000) on Burnaby Mountain campus, part of a small Metro Vancouver chain. The menu features pizza by the slice, whole pies, and donair — all prepared with halal ingredients and a wide range of vegetarian options. It is a convenient calorie stop for cyclists climbing Burnaby Mountain or passing through the SFU campus.

value: Crust N Crunch

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian pizzas marked with 🌿 (e.g., Greek Delight, Pesto Garden, Spinach Feta Delight, Shahi Paneer Delight, Veggie Trio). No vegan or GF options confirmed

signal: cuisine=pizza

wow_evidence: part of a small Metro Vancouver chain; counter inside SFU's Academic Quadrangle building


value: 127-1433 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2H9

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 15m; stands (3 spaces) at 41m; stands (3 spaces) at 48m; stands (3 spaces) at 54m; stands (3 spaces) at 79m; stands (3 spaces) at 80m; stands (6 spaces) at 83m; stands (3 spaces) at 84m; stands (3 spaces) at 87m; stands (3 spaces) at 88m; lockers (2 spaces, secure) at 88m. Total: 35 spaces, 2 secure.

value: Jack Lonsdale's is North Vancouver's original public house, established in 1988 and located on Lonsdale Avenue. It offers a full food menu — burgers, salads, and signature pizzas — alongside 24 craft beers on tap, 8 wines on tap, and an extensive cocktail list spanning prohibition-era classics to modern martinis. A liquor store operates alongside the pub, making it a convenient one-stop for cyclists wanting a meal and provisions.

value: Jack Lonsdale's Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


community: Kelowna

value: Moxie's

signal: chain 'moxie'


value: 1200-6660 Sooke Rd, Sooke, BC V9Z 0A5

community: Sooke

value: Sooke 2 for 1 Pizza is a locally owned and operated pizzeria that has been a community fixture in Sooke since 1997. Beyond its signature handcrafted pizzas made with house-made dough, sauces, and toppings, the menu spans pasta, donairs, calzones, chicken wings, and house-made desserts. The owner Andy is known for his community involvement and welcoming atmosphere, making it a genuine neighbourhood stop rather than a chain.

value: Sooke 2-4-1 Pizza

detail: Website states 'Dietary restrictions are accommodated to the best of our abilities' and explicitly offers vegan chicken and vegan plant-based cheese for the Chicken Parmesan dish


value: 1420 Hugh Allan Drive, Unit A, Kamloops, BC V1S 1L8

community: Kamloops

value: Twins Rivers Market is a supermarket in Kamloops, BC, located near the confluence of the North and South Thompson Rivers. As a local grocery store, it would serve touring cyclists passing through the Kamloops area as a resupply point. Very little detail is publicly available about the store's offerings or facilities.

value: Twin Rivers Market


value: 871 Denman Street, Vancouver, V6G 2L9

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces, covered) at 24m; stands (6 spaces) at 69m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 75m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 75m; stands (8 spaces) at 94m. Total: 32 spaces.

value: Kingyo is a Japanese izakaya on Denman Street in Vancouver's West End, just steps from the Stanley Park seawall cycling network. The restaurant offers a full cocktail program alongside its Japanese menu and runs seasonal omakase courses. It shares ownership with a family of related Japanese concepts across Vancouver, Toronto, and Seattle.

value: Kingyo

signal: 5-course omakase tasting menu at $53/person


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 16m.

community: Victoria

value: The Bop is a Korean restaurant in Victoria named after the word '밥' (bop), meaning rice or meal — a word that in Korean culture expresses care and connection. The menu spans cup bop bowls, kim bop rolls, bibimbap, jjigae stews, and udon soups, drawing on traditional Korean home cooking. Lunch is available for takeout and dinner is dine-in, making it a convenient stop for cyclists looking for a hearty, flavourful meal.

value: The Bop

detail: Website states 'LUNCH (11:30am-2:30pm / Takeout Available)' under the lunch section

detail: Multiple vegan dishes explicitly labelled on menu: Dubu Cup Bop (Vegan), Japchae Cup Bop (Vegan), Yachae Kim Bop (Vegan), Dubu Gaji (Vegan), Yachae Bibim Bop (Vegan), and several vegan-labelled sauces. No GF mention found

signal: Lunch entrees $16–18, dinner bowls $24–29; casual Korean rice/soup bowls

wow_evidence: Takeout Available


value: 102-15951 Fraser Highway, Surrey, BC V4N 0Y3

community: Surrey

value: Tobiko Sushi is a Japanese sushi restaurant inside Fleetwood Plaza on Fraser Highway in Surrey, operating as 'Tobiko Sushi 1' — the first of what appears to be a multi-location operation. The menu spans classic rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and an extensive lineup of party trays in sizes from 33 to 104 pieces. Both dine-in and online takeout ordering are available, making it a functional meal stop for cyclists moving along the Fraser Highway corridor.

value: Tobiko Sushi

signal: sushi, party trays, happy hour; ~$15-25pp

wow_evidence: 'Tobiko Sushi 1 (Fleetwood Plaza),' indicating at least one other location exists


value: 8500 Hot Springs Road, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R0

blurb: Community-owned natural mineral hot pools in the Kuskanax Valley, 14 paved km from Nakusp.

community: Nakusp

value: Nakusp Hot Springs is a community-owned natural mineral hot springs facility nestled in the Kuskanax Valley in the foothills of the Selkirk Mountains, accessible via a 14 km paved road northeast of the village of Nakusp. The site features two soaking pools continuously fed by natural mineral springs, set within over 200 acres of year-round outdoor recreation including hiking and biking trails. As of 2025, 70 hectares surrounding the springs have been formally designated as a protected natural area under the Municipal Protected Areas Project.

theme: wellness

value: Nakusp Hot Springs

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: community-owned hot springs; adult soak ~$13-14

wow_evidence: Community-owned natural mineral pools in the Kuskanax Valley, a staple of the Kootenay hot-springs circuit; a soak is day-shaping (14 km paved detour).


community: Radium Hot Springs

value: Radium Supermart is a supermarket serving the community of Radium, BC in the Kootenays. It functions as a resupply stop for travelers and cyclists passing through the area.

value: Radium Supermart


value: 580 Bowen Island Trunk Road, Bowen Island, V0N1G2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 47m. Total: 8 spaces.

blurb: Bowen's municipal community centre with washrooms and free WiFi.

community: Bowen Island

value: A municipal community centre on Bowen Island operated by Bowen Island Municipality, serving as a central hub for recreation and community services. Located on the Trunk Road, it is one of the main public facilities on this small island accessible by BC Ferries from Horseshoe Bay. The centre includes public washrooms with wheelchair access and free municipal Wi-Fi.

facet_confidence: med

kid_friendly: neutral

value: Bowen Island Community Centre

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal community centre with public washrooms and WiFi — walk-in.


value: 764B Cumberland Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 1B6

community: Courtenay

value: Mr. J's Pizza is a locally operated restaurant on Cumberland Road in Courtenay serving an expansive menu of hand-crafted pizzas, pastas, donairs, wings, salads, and sandwiches. The kitchen is known for creative specialty pies like Dracula's Misfortune and a memorial 'Bill's Pizza' with a full lineup of toppings, alongside comfort staples like garlic fingers and lasagna. Both delivery and pickup are offered, making it a convenient re-fuel stop for cyclists exploring the Comox Valley.

value: Mr. J's Pizza

detail: Website states 'DELIVERY AVAILABLE' and specials pages explicitly note 'Valid for pickup orders only', confirming both takeout and delivery

detail: Menu lists a named 'Vegetarian' pizza (mushrooms, onions, green pepper, black olive, tomatoes) and 'Popeye's Choice' (spinach, green peppers, feta, onion), plus multiple salad options. No vegan or GF claims found


value: 7331 Westminster Highway, Richmond

category: Accommodation

value: A hotel in Richmond near Vancouver International Airport, part of the Executive Hotels chain. Convenient location for cyclists passing through the greater Vancouver area.

value: Executive Airport Plaza Hotel Richmond

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Executive Hotels airport property, Richmond; $160-210

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: part of the Executive Hotels chain ... near Vancouver International Airport


value: 3204 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; rack (5 spaces) at 33m; rack (5 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; rack (5 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; rack (5 spaces) at 94m. Total: 31 spaces.

value: Haidilao Hot Pot

signal: Haidilao hot pot chain; ~$30-40pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 6616 Beresford Street, Burnaby, BC

value: Kea's Meat & Deli is a specialty butcher shop and deli located on Beresford Street near the Metrotown area of Burnaby. For touring cyclists, it represents a practical provisioning stop where ride food and packaged meats or deli items can potentially be sourced. The shop operates Tuesday through Saturday, making it a useful mid-week or weekend resupply point on routes through the area.

value: Kea's Meat & Deli

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 2101 6th Avenue

blurb: Castlegar's recreation complex: rinks, fitness, and pool with hot tub and steam room.

community: Castlegar

value: The Castlegar and District Community Complex is a publicly operated recreation facility run by the Regional District of Central Kootenay, serving residents and visitors in the Castlegar area. As a sports centre, it is a practical stop for touring cyclists looking to access indoor recreation amenities in this hub city along the Kootenay River. The complex is one of several RDCK-managed recreation facilities in the region.

energy: active

theme: recreation

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: Primary RDCK rec complex for the Castlegar area; pool with hot tub/steam room earns the after-ride band. Cluster parent (dupe 107950dd32, satellite 82ac8becf6).


value: 965 Kings Road, Victoria, British Columbia V8T 1W7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 11m; stands (3 spaces) at 44m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Caffe Fantastico is a locally-owned, family-run coffee roastery operating multiple café locations in Victoria, BC, roasting a diverse menu of sustainably sourced coffees from value staples to boutique microlots. Beyond espresso drinks, the bar-deli offers deli items and charcuterie boxes available for pickup seven days a week. The business has a strong community focus, regularly hosting poetry slams, live music, and book launches at its venues.

value: Caffe Fantastico


value: 3700 Number 3 Rd #1090, Richmond, BC V6X 2C1, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 29m; rack at 52m; rack at 85m.

value: A Chinese fast food restaurant in Richmond specializing in BBQ. Offers quick, casual dining and takeout.

value: Datang BBQ Express


value: 88 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 6N9

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 41m; rack at 49m; rack at 68m; stands (5 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Carnitas Don José is a food court stall in downtown Vancouver helmed by Don José Velázquez, an 8-time Mexican Charrería national champion turned chef who brings carnitas estilo Michoacán to the city. The menu centres on slow-cooked pork served in tacos, tortas, and combo plates made with locally sourced ingredients. It holds a 4.7-star Uber Eats rating from over 1,500 reviews and is accessible for delivery through both Uber Eats and DoorDash.

value: Don José


value: 127-1433 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2H9

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 15m; stands (3 spaces) at 33m; stands (3 spaces) at 53m; stands (3 spaces) at 63m; stands (3 spaces) at 71m; stands (3 spaces) at 72m; stands (3 spaces) at 75m; stands (6 spaces) at 76m; lockers (2 spaces, secure) at 81m; stands (3 spaces) at 94m; stands (3 spaces) at 96m; stands (3 spaces) at 99m. Total: 38 spaces, 2 secure.

community: North Vancouver

value: Jack Lonsdale's is North Vancouver's original public house, established in 1988 on Lonsdale Avenue. It offers a full food menu of burgers, salads, and signature pizzas alongside an impressive drink selection featuring 24 craft beers on tap, 8 wines on tap, and prohibition-era cocktails. An attached liquor store is also on-site, and all ages are welcome until 9pm when accompanied by an adult.

value: Jack Lonsdale's Public House

signal: Public house format; burgers, salads, pizzas mentioned—classic casual sit-down pub


value: 41582 Yale Rd, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4J3, Canada

community: Chilliwack

value: Duke's Country Pub is a neighbourhood pub in Chilliwack, BC, part of the Liquor Giant Group. The venue bills itself as a local spot for food, drinks, and good times, and its gallery highlights a history of hosting community car shows. Touring cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley would find it a potential food-and-drink stop, though the available information is limited.

value: Dukes Pub

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: part of the Liquor Giant Group


value: 1573 Central Avenue, Grand Forks, V0H 1H0

community: Grand Forks

value: A drive-thru espresso and coffee shop in Grand Forks offering quick beverage service for cyclists passing through the area. The drive-thru model provides convenient refueling without dismounting or parking concerns.

value: Jitterz Coffee


value: 5764 176 Street, Surrey

value: The Vault is a 100% Canadian-owned, locally cherished restaurant that has served Downtown Historic Cloverdale for over 18 years, offering globally inspired comfort dishes under Chef Thomas Gilbert. Part of the Pacific Northcoast Restaurant Group, the restaurant features live music on weekend evenings and can host special events and large parties for up to 90 guests.

value: The Vault

signal: comfort food, happy-hour mains $15.99-18.99, live music; ~$20-30pp


value: 2855 Wentworth Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 6B7

value: Pink Moon Cafe is a 100% plant-based food truck parked at GardenWorks Courtenay on Wentworth Road, serving the Comox Valley and Vancouver Island. The truck prioritizes sustainable, local, and organic ingredients and strikes a balance between health-conscious and comfort food. Every menu item is gluten-free or easily made gluten-free with simple substitutions, and online ordering for pickup or delivery is available.

value: Pink Moon Cafe

detail: 100% plant-based menu; website states all items are gluten-free or can be made gluten-free with simple substitutions

wow_evidence: 100% plant-based food truck... prioritizes sustainable, local, and organic ingredients


value: 9 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1G4

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 43m; stands (4 spaces) at 47m; stands (4 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (6 spaces) at 88m; stands (6 spaces) at 94m; stands at 100m. Total: 28 spaces.

blurb: Artist-run gallery near Pigeon Park supporting artists addressing mental health.

community: Vancouver

value: Gallery Gachet is an artist-run centre in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside with a mandate to support artists addressing mental health and socio-political marginalization. The gallery hosts rotating exhibitions, curator talks, and workshops in a single-level accessible space. Located near Pigeon Park between Carrall and Columbia Streets, it's easily reached by transit or bike.

theme: art-culture

value: Gallery Gachet

signal: artist-run centre, free entry

detail: Tap water for drinking available from a sink in the kitchen

wow_evidence: Artist-run centre focused on mental health and marginalization; walk-in gallery, ordinary-gallery ladder.


value: Highway 97, 130 km north of Prince George, BC

bike_access: easy

character: destination

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

washroom_type: flush

category: Camping

community: McLeod Lake

source: camping

value: A forested peninsula campground on McLeod Lake, 130 km north of Prince George via paved Highway 97, offering a sheltered sandy beach, celebrated lake sunsets, and full family amenities including playground and volleyball.

value: Whiskers Point Provincial Park

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 1203 56 Street, Delta, V4L 2A6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands at 98m; stands (4 spaces) at 98m; wall_loops at 98m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Delta

value: The Rose and Crown bills itself as Tsawwassen's only neighbourhood pub, a lively sports bar with 12 large-screen TVs, a games room with pool table and dartboard, and a separate quieter lounge called Metro's Lounge for a more relaxed visit. The kitchen runs seven days a week with a full pub menu and a weekend brunch, while the pub calendar includes live music nights, themed DJ nights, monthly karaoke, and a last-Wednesday trivia night. It is a well-established local institution — the head chef has been on staff for over 23 years — and a natural stop for cyclists passing through the Tsawwassen ferry and border corridor.

value: Rose and Crown Pub

detail: Menu includes salads, Avocado Benny, and a range of non-alcoholic beer, wine, and coolers

wow_evidence: Tsawwassen's only neighbourhood pub...head chef has been on staff for over 23 years


value: 531 Granville Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 71m; stands (3 spaces) at 77m; stands (6 spaces) at 100m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Zaatar w Zeit is a halal Lebanese restaurant on Granville Street in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Named after the iconic Middle Eastern herb-and-spice blend, it offers indoor dining in one of the city's busiest commercial corridors. For touring cyclists navigating downtown Vancouver, it represents a culturally distinct lunch or dinner option a short distance from the seawall and False Creek routes.

value: Zaatar w Zeit

signal: Lebanese, herb/spice fare; ~$14-22pp


value: 1794B Ryan Road East

community: Lazo

value: The Black Pearl Bakery & Pizzeria is a combined bakery and pizzeria on Ryan Road East on Vancouver Island, offering baked goods alongside pizza. For a touring cyclist, it represents a convenient roadside food stop where a hot meal or fresh baked snack can break up a long day in the saddle. The dual bakery-and-pizzeria format suggests varied food options beyond what a standard convenience stop would offer.

value: The Black Pearl Bakery & Pizzeria

detail: Business name explicitly includes 'Pizzeria', indicating hot pizza is served on-site

signal: shop=bakery


value: 2375 Koksilah Road, Duncan, BC V9L 6M5

blurb: Community hub and café in a century-old schoolhouse near the Cowichan Valley Trail.

community: Cowichan Station

value: The HUB at Cowichan Station is a volunteer-run community centre housed in a restored 100-year-old elementary school building in the rural Cowichan Valley, operated by the Cowichan Station Area Association. It offers fitness classes, a film club, disc golf, and an on-site café, making it a lively gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Cyclists touring the Cowichan Valley's back roads will find it a welcoming stop in a small agricultural settlement between Duncan and the Saanich Peninsula.

value: The HUB at Cowichan Station

detail: Website navigation includes 'Eat at the Café' and recurring events list 'HUB Café Fridays', confirming an on-site café

wow_evidence: Restored century schoolhouse with café and disc golf beside the Cowichan Valley Trail; genuine rider stop.


value: 1400 - 5955 Main Street, V0H 1T0

blurb: Oliver's library branch, with a lock-and-charge station for devices.

community: Oliver

value: The Oliver Branch is part of the Okanagan Regional Library, one of Canada's 16 largest library systems serving over 399,000 people across 30 branches. Located inside a mall building in Oliver, BC, this branch offers public computers, Wi-Fi, and a novel lock-and-charge station where visitors can securely store and charge their devices. A touring cyclist rolling through the South Okanagan wine country would find it a useful stop for connectivity, rest, and community programming.

value: Oliver Library Branch

detail: Lock and Charge Station on site: 'individually stores, charges phones, small tablets and mini iPads... works like a hotel safe'

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Mall branch with device lock-and-charge station; ordinary library band.


value: #260-329 North Rd, Coquitlam, BC, V3K 3V8

community: Coquitlam

value: Bbong is a Korean-Chinese restaurant located in Hanin Village in Coquitlam, a short walk from Lougheed Town Centre SkyTrain station. It specialises in Korean-inflected Chinese dishes — notably jjamppong (spicy seafood noodle soup), jjajangmyeon (black bean noodles), and kkangpunggi (crispy fried chicken) — a cuisine tradition distinct from both standard Korean and Chinese menus. The restaurant offers both in-person dining and online ordering for pickup or delivery.

value: Bbong Korean Restaurant

wow_evidence: specialises in Korean-inflected Chinese dishes — notably jjamppong, jjajangmyeon, and kkangpunggi


value: 7090 Kingsway, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands at 52m; stands (3 spaces) at 55m; stands at 61m; stands (3 spaces) at 87m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: B&D Authentic Viet Cuisine is a family-run Vietnamese restaurant on Burnaby's Kingsway corridor, opened in April 2022 by owners Bella and Dat, who bring traditional Saigon-style recipes with a contemporary presentation. The menu goes well beyond pho, featuring slow-simmered crab soup, tapioca dumplings, and specialty skewers, with numerous items clearly labelled vegan and gluten-free. Since opening it has attracted coverage from Daily Hive, Burnaby Beacon, and participation in local food festivals, making it a recognized dining destination in the area.

value: B&D Viet Cuisine

detail: Menu items explicitly labelled Vegan (e.g. Crispy Tofu) and Gluten-Free (e.g. Papaya Salad, Crunchy Wings, B&D Special Pho)

signal: Mains $18–26 (pho $18, crab soup $26); traditional Vietnamese sit-down

detail: Full-service sit-down restaurant with no contrary website indication


community: Prince George

value: Carl's Jr.


value: 1244 Marine Dr, North Vancouver, BC V7P 1T2, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces, covered) at 68m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 71m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Mucho Burrito is a Canadian fast-casual Mexican chain emphasizing fresh, house-made ingredients across burritos, bowls, tacos, and quesadillas. With vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options throughout the menu, it offers meaningful flexibility for cyclists with dietary needs. This Vancouver-area location is part of a network of 140+ Canadian outlets.

value: Mucho Burrito

detail: Catering page states 'Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available'; menu lists plant-based cheese, roasted chickpeas, and fajita veggie options

signal: chain 'mucho burrito'

wow_evidence: network of 140+ Canadian outlets


value: 113-3086 Saint Edwards Drive, Richmond, V6X 4C4

community: Richmond

value: Fujiya is a long-running Japanese grocery chain with its Richmond location opened in 1989, offering a wide selection of Japanese food products for home cooking and ready-to-go prepared items including sushi. Founded in Vancouver's Japantown in 1977, Fujiya has become a staple of Japanese-Canadian food culture across BC. A touring cyclist would find this a useful stop for specialty Japanese groceries, packaged snacks, and catering-style prepared sushi available for pickup.

value: Fujiya


community: Kamloops

value: Pizza Hut

signal: Pizza Hut chain (confirmed); ~$12-18


value: 2271 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, V1Y 6H2

community: Kelowna

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 21173 Chilcotin-Bella Coola Hwy, Nimpo Lake, BC V0L 1R0, Canada

community: Nimpo Lake

value: Stewart's Lodge & Camps is a family-run wilderness resort on Nimpo Lake in BC's remote Chilcotin region, operating since 1953. Guests choose from 10 lakeside log cabins or fly-in-only outpost cabins on private backcountry lakes, with activities including fishing, flightseeing over Tweedsmuir Provincial Park and the Rainbow Mountains, hiking, and watercraft rentals. It serves as a basecamp for one of BC's most scenically dramatic and otherwise unreachable backcountry areas.

value: Stewart's Lodge & Camps

detail: Cabins 01 and 02 explicitly list Laundry as an included amenity on the /log-cabins subpage

signal: Lodge Plan $300/night per person published on packages page

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: family-run wilderness resort on Nimpo Lake...operating since 1953


value: 1901 Voght Street, Merritt

community: Merritt

value: The Coldwater Hotel is a hotel located in the Okanagan & Thompson region of British Columbia, positioned along what is likely a significant touring corridor through the interior. Its name suggests a connection to the Coldwater River area near Merritt, a common stop for cyclists travelling between the Lower Mainland and the Okanagan. No further detail about the property could be confirmed due to website unavailability.

value: Coldwater Hotel

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: historic small-town hotel, Merritt, website down; older downtown hotels run $90-130


value: 2027 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2K4

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 5m; stands (3 spaces) at 34m; rack (5 spaces) at 58m; stands (3 spaces) at 86m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Puccini's Deli is a family-owned Italian specialty food shop on Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver, founded by the Pucci family and serving the North Shore since 2009. The store stocks over 150 specialty cheeses, aged in-house salami, premium cured meats, antipasti, and artisan oils sourced from Italy, Spain, and Greece, alongside made-to-order panini sandwiches on ciabatta or focaccia. A touring cyclist passing through North Vancouver will find it a reliable stop for a substantial sandwich and quality Italian provisions.

value: Puccini's Deli

detail: Made-to-order panini sandwiches served on 'warm crisp ciabatta or golden focaccia'; full menu of 11 panini options listed on the sandwiches page

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food

wow_evidence: family-owned Italian specialty food shop... made-to-order panini sandwiches on ciabatta or focaccia


value: Marshalls


value: 1319 Westhills Drive

blurb: Langford's YMCA rec centre with pool and fitness.

community: Langford

value: The YMCA/YWCA Westhills is a full-service recreation and community centre operated by the YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island in the Westhills area of Langford. The facility offers fitness, aquatics (pool), child care, and community health programming as part of a well-established non-profit network with locations across Greater Victoria. Touring cyclists would find it a potentially useful services stop, though most amenities are oriented toward members and registered participants.

value: YMCA/YWCA Westhills

wow_evidence: Full YMCA rec centre with pool; after-ride band.


value: 7015 Nesters Rd #104, Whistler, BC V8E 0X1, Canada

community: Whistler

value: The Bunker is a cafe located in Whistler, BC, operating under a name that suggests a distinctive, perhaps underground-themed atmosphere suited to a mountain resort town. As a cafe in one of Canada's premier cycling and outdoor destinations, it is potentially a useful stop for touring cyclists passing through the Whistler corridor.

value: The Bunker


value: 888 West Cordova St, Vancouver, BC V6C 0A7

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 25m; stands (10 spaces) at 25m; rack (9 spaces) at 32m; stands (6 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (8 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 47 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Lions Pub is a traditional English-style pub in Vancouver's Coal Harbour neighbourhood, operating as the publicly accessible portion of the private Terminal City Club. It serves classic British fare — bangers and mash, Scotch eggs, Welsh rarebit, Yorkshire pudding, and daily house-made savoury pies — alongside over 27 draught and 25 bottled beers, with both indoor and outdoor patio seating. Positioned steps from Waterfront Station, Canada Place, and the cruise ship terminal, it sits at a natural convergence point for cyclists travelling Vancouver's downtown waterfront corridor.

value: Lions Pub

wow_evidence: operating as the publicly accessible portion of the private Terminal City Club ... steps from Waterfront Station, Canada Place


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces, covered) at 10m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Langley

value: A McDonald's Canada franchise location on 200 Street in the Lower Mainland / Fraser Valley region, offering the standard national menu of burgers, chicken sandwiches, breakfast items, and McCafé beverages. As a large chain fast-food outlet, it provides a predictable and accessible meal stop along what is a busy suburban arterial road. The national app-based ordering and loyalty rewards program (MyMcDonald's Rewards) is available here as at all participating Canadian locations.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 7342 5th Street, Grand Forks, V0H 1H0

blurb: Grand Forks' public library, with an Idea Lab and equipment loans.

community: Grand Forks

value: A welcoming community library in downtown Grand Forks offering free access to books, computers, printing, an Idea Lab & Think Tank, and equipment loans. It sits on the Trans-Canada cycling corridor through the Boundary region, giving touring cyclists a comfortable indoor stop with seating and connectivity. The library also serves as a satellite for Christina Lake with a monthly outreach location there.

value: Grand Forks & District Public Library

wow_evidence: Downtown library with Idea Lab; ordinary library band.


blurb: Day-use grassland ridge park in the Central Okanagan regional parks network.

value: Stephens Coyote Ridge Regional Park is a regional nature reserve near Kelowna managed by the Regional District of Central Okanagan. It is part of a network of 30 regional parks encompassing over 2,100 hectares, with designated trails winding through Central Okanagan landscapes. The park is day-use only, offering a natural rest stop or side trip for touring cyclists exploring the Kelowna area.

value: Stephens Coyote Ridge Regional Park

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Day-use regional nature park with trails; no distinctive feature described.


value: 888 Quayside Drive, New Westminster

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 25m.

blurb: The last wooden steam sternwheeler, moored at New Westminster Quay.

community: New Westminster

value: The Samson V is the last surviving wooden steam-powered sternwheeler, launched in 1937 and built for the federal Department of Public Works as a snag-boat on the Fraser River. Now preserved as a museum and operated by the City of New Westminster, it sits moored along the Quayside waterfront — a striking piece of BC river history that touring cyclists riding the Fraser River corridor can visit. Admission is by donation.

value: The Samson V Museum

signal: city-operated sternwheeler museum, free/donation

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Last surviving wooden steam sternwheeler (1937) moored at the Quay — verifiable national-tier artifact; small museum with limited hours.


blurb: The Westshore's main recreation complex in Colwood.

community: Colwood

value: Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre is a publicly operated civic sports and recreation facility run by Westshore Parks and Recreation in the Westshore area near Victoria. It serves the broader Capital Regional District community and is typical of large multi-purpose Canadian recreation centres that anchor neighbourhood activity. Touring cyclists in the Victoria area may find it a useful stop given its public mandate and likely range of facilities.

value: Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre

signal: building=civic

wow_evidence: Major Westshore rec complex; after-ride band.


value: 213 E Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1Z6

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; rack (4 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (4 spaces) at 88m. Total: 34 spaces.

value: Cantina di Luigi is a dimly lit Italian wine bar nestled in the back of Mercato di Luigi in Vancouver's Chinatown, offering a curated all-Italian wine list by the glass, half litre, or bottle alongside pasta, cheeses, and cured meats. It is part of the Kitchen Table Restaurants group and shares its style of service with the well-regarded Ask for Luigi next door. The space is designed for slow, convivial dining with an emphasis on small-producer and indigenous Italian grape varieties.

value: Cantina Di Luigi

signal: Italian wine bar, pasta/cheese/cured meats; ~$28-42pp

wow_evidence: part of the Kitchen Table Restaurants group... well-regarded Ask for Luigi next door


value: 8961 Cornerstone Mews

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 34m; stands (4 spaces) at 96m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Quesada

signal: chain 'quesada'


community: North Cowichan

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 500 Stemwinder Drive, Kimberley, BC V1A 2Y6

community: Kimberley

value: Buckhorn & Main Mountain Eatery is the full-service restaurant and lounge inside Trickle Creek Lodge, a ski-in/ski-out resort at Kimberley Alpine Resort. The menu spans burgers, seafood, steaks, salads, and desserts, with a kids' menu and a lounge offering cocktails and draft beer on tap. Its location at the base of the alpine resort and near the Peak to Plaza trail network makes it a natural refuelling stop for cyclists exploring the Kimberley area.

value: Buckhorn & Main

signal: resort eatery/lounge, burgers/steaks/seafood; ~$18-30pp


value: 23320 Mavis Avenue, Township of Langley

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; rack (6 spaces) at 33m; rack (6 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Lee's Market is a family-owned neighbourhood grocery store in the historic village of Fort Langley, BC, run by the Lee family since 1975. The store emphasizes local and sustainable sourcing, carrying produce, meats, and goods from nearby farms including Aldor Acres and Rossdown Farm. For touring cyclists passing through Fort Langley, it offers a well-stocked resupply stop in the heart of an otherwise small village.

value: Lee's Market

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 2240 Beacon Ave, Sidney, BC V8L 1X1

community: Sidney

value: Dickens Liquor Shoppe is a full-service private liquor retailer on Sidney's main commercial street, Beacon Avenue, operating as a local institution since 1988. It stocks wine, spirits, and beer with regular sale pricing and a members loyalty program offering points and discounts. A delivery service is available, and the store is within easy walking distance of Sidney's waterfront cycling routes.

value: Dickens Liquor Shoppe

wow_evidence: local institution since 1988


value: 2627 BC-95, Parson, BC V0A 1L0, Canada

blurb: Guinness-certified world's largest paddle, 60 feet of red cedar beside the Columbia wetlands.

community: McMurdo

value: The World's Largest Paddle is a Guinness World Records-certified roadside attraction near Golden, BC — a locally crafted Western Red Cedar and LVL paddle scaled 13 times to over 60 feet, set against the backdrop of the Canadian Rockies and Columbia River Valley. Adjacent to the paddle is the Columbia Wetlands Outpost, where visitors can rent canoes, kayaks, SUPs, and pedal boats, or join a guided cataraft float through wetlands home to over 350 wildlife species. Located on Hwy 95 about 26 km south of Golden, it is a natural stop for cyclists touring the Columbia River corridor.

theme: landmark

value: World's Largest Paddle

signal: roadside Guinness-record paddle, free

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Guinness-certified 60-ft cedar paddle with canoe-rental outpost beside it — quirky-local-colour band (fly-rod quadrant 1/3).


value: 300 Helen Street, Creston

community: Creston


value: 3079 Main Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; rack (3 spaces) at 15m; rack (5 spaces) at 15m; rack (3 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; rack (8 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (5 spaces) at 88m. Total: 46 spaces.

value: Pho Goodness is a Vietnamese comfort food restaurant established in 2011, originally on Davie Street in the West End and now operating three Vancouver locations. The Main & 15th location sits in the heart of the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood, serving pho, banh mi, rice dishes, and vermicelli bowls with dine-in and takeout options. The restaurant has earned multiple 'Best Of City' recognitions from Westender Magazine for best Vietnamese food and best pho.

value: Pho Goodness

signal: Pho shop; comfort food; reviews mention fair prices; Vietnamese noodle house defaults band 1


value: 20793 96 Ave, Langley Twp, BC V1M 2H2, Canada

value: A convenience store in the Walnut Grove area of the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. Provides basic grocery items and convenience supplies to residents and travelers.

value: Walnut Grove Food Market


value: 1217 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (5 spaces) at 51m; stands (3 spaces) at 55m; stands (3 spaces) at 66m; stands (3 spaces) at 71m. Total: 16 spaces.

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 5738 Tyne Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


community: Beach Grove

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 9913 Highway 3, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V2

community: Osoyoos

value: The Westridge Motor Inn is a fully renovated 32-room motel sitting at the junction of Highway 3 (Crowsnest Highway) and Highway 97 in Osoyoos, at the heart of Canada's warmest desert. It offers a range of room types from courtyard queens to king suites with new Serta mattresses, kitchenettes in all suites, and a seasonal outdoor pool and BBQ patio. Located directly across from the Osoyoos Visitor Information Centre, it is a natural stop for cyclists riding the Crowsnest route through the South Okanagan wine country.

value: Westridge Motor Inn

detail: Complimentary guest laundry available for all guests, per /motel-information page

signal: bare motel, no chain


community: Revelstoke

value: Shell Select

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 4853 Imperial Street

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 22m; stands (3 spaces) at 31m; stands (8 spaces) at 66m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Sendex Latino Store is a convenience shop in Vancouver offering basic groceries and retail items. The business provides a useful resupply point for touring cyclists passing through the neighborhood.

value: Sendex Latino Store


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 44m. Total: 3 spaces.

value: North Burnaby Wonton House is a Chinese restaurant specializing in wonton dishes in the North Burnaby area. It maintains an online menu for customer convenience. As a sit-down restaurant, it offers a proper meal stop for touring cyclists.

value: North Burnaby Wonton House

signal: wonton house; $15-22/person


value: 4470 Main Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 26 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; rack (3 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; wall_loops (2 spaces, covered) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 92m. Total: 53 spaces.

value: A Korean fried chicken restaurant from the bb.q Chicken franchise located on Main Street in Vancouver. Offers casual dining with Korean-style chicken as the specialty. A convenient refueling stop for cycling tourists, though specific amenities for cyclists could not be verified.

value: bb.q Chicken

signal: cuisine=chicken


blurb: Haida art and gift shop: argillite, silver, and local apparel.

community: Skidegate

value: Longhouse Gift Shop is a Haida Gwaii-based retailer specializing in Indigenous art and crafts, including silver, copper, and argillite work by local artists, alongside Haida Gwaii-branded apparel and home goods. It operates both a physical location on Haida Gwaii and an online store, making it a notable cultural stop for cyclists exploring the North Coast region. Visitors can browse independent creations alongside branded souvenirs representing the unique artistic traditions of the archipelago.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: Longhouse Gift Shop

signal: Haida art gift shop (retail), not an admission venue

wow_evidence: Retailer of authentic Haida silver, copper, and argillite work; genuine local-art stop.


label: Bikes & luggage

category: Transport

source: manual

value: BC Ferries Connector runs coach service between downtown Vancouver / YVR and downtown Victoria, connecting through the Tsawwassen–Swartz Bay ferry crossing. Bikes are accepted but must be boxed or bagged (no roll-on) for $42 CAD per bike, 50 lb max, with a bike reservation recommended. Note that the same operator's separate Vancouver Island Connector (the Victoria–Nanaimo–Parksville–Courtenay–Campbell River touring corridor) is currently suspended with no announced restart date. Confirm current fees and status directly before travel.

source: ptboard-icb

value: Wilson's Transportation (BC Connector)

detail: reservation required

detail: $42 per bike, 50 lb max

detail: no roll-on

origin: transport

subcategory: Bus / Public Transit

source: llm-examine

wow_evidence: Scheduled coach network on southern Vancouver Island and the Victoria to Vancouver corridor


value: 3306 Cambie Street, Vancouver, V5Z 2W5

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 5m; stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (4 spaces) at 25m; stands (4 spaces) at 28m; stands (4 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; rack (3 spaces) at 37m; stands (4 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; anchors (1 space) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 81m; rack at 84m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 85m. Total: 47 spaces.

value: Hot Cha Cafe is a dessert and bubble tea shop on Cambie Street in Vancouver, offering fresh fruit bubble teas, hot beverages, and a variety of snacks and desserts. Located in a residential neighbourhood corridor, it is tagged in OSM as accepting cash, credit, and debit, with delivery available. The cafe is a potential refreshment stop for cyclists riding the Cambie Street corridor.

value: Hot Cha Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: bubble tea and dessert shop on Cambie Street


value: Glover Road, Township of Langley

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 63m; stands (4 spaces) at 97m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 4731 Garden City Road, Richmond, V6X 3M7

community: Richmond

value: Daan Go Cake Lab is a specialty dessert bakery in Richmond's Garden City neighbourhood, founded by Chef Christopher Siu — the 2019 Milk Tea King and MasterChef Canada Season 7 champion. The shop is known for Asian-inspired signature cakes, artisan croissants, and elaborately designed macarons, with a Toronto location as well as multiple Metro Vancouver stores. A touring cyclist passing through Richmond will find a distinctive pit stop for a high-quality sweet treat.

value: Daan Go Cake Lab

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: MasterChef Canada Season 7 champion


value: 194 Riverside Drive

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: hoop at 85m.

community: North Vancouver

value: Tim Hortons


value: 2310 Alberni Hwy, Coombs, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 87m.

community: Coombs

value: Cuckoo Trattoria & Pizzeria is a full-service Italian restaurant in the small Vancouver Island town of Coombs, led by Italian-born Head Chef Fausto Bellicini who blends traditional Italian technique with local west coast ingredients such as wild-caught salmon, locally sourced mussels, and foraged mushrooms. Wood-fired oven pizza is a centrepiece of the menu, and a forest-facing patio is open through the summer season. Situated on the Alberni Highway, it also functions as an events venue for weddings and larger gatherings.

value: Cuckoo Trattoria & Pizzeria

signal: Italian trattoria/pizzeria, named chef; ~$25-38pp

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: Italian-born Head Chef Fausto Bellicini...wood-fired oven pizza is a centrepiece


value: 4380 Number 3 Road, Unit 1065, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 83m; rack at 85m; rack at 94m.

value: Pine House Bread & Cake Shop is a bakery in Richmond's busy Number 3 Road commercial corridor, trading under the Chinese name 松屋麵飽西餅, which suggests a focus on Asian-style breads and Western pastries. It sits in a strip-mall or mixed-use retail complex and would be a convenient stop for touring cyclists passing through Richmond's urban core for fresh baked goods.

value: Pine House Bread & Cake Shop


community: Powell River

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'


value: 451 Oliver Street, Williams Lake

community: Williams Lake

value: FreshCo


value: 2046 Widows Walk, Shawnigan Lake, BC V8H 2G5

community: Shawnigan Lake

value: Shawnigan Lake Beach Resort is a privately owned and operated lakefront condo resort on six and a half acres along Shawnigan Lake on Vancouver Island, about 30 minutes north of Victoria. It is the only beach-side resort on the lake, offering direct beach access, watercraft mooring, an indoor pool, and a range of lawn and court sports. Accommodations are individually owner-managed condos, each fully self-contained with a kitchen and private deck with barbecue.

value: Shawnigan Lake Beach Resort

detail: Website states each condo includes an in-suite washer and dryer

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Summer weekly rate $2400-2600 = ~$350/night

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 103-2306 Beacon Ave, Sidney, BC V8L 1X3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 46m; rack (4 spaces) at 77m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: 900 Degrees Bistro Sidney is the peninsula outpost of a Vancouver Island wood-fired Italian restaurant committed to fresh, organic ingredients with no frozen food, deep fryers, or microwaves. The menu extends well beyond pizza to include house-made pastas, wood-fired filet mignon, and escargots, giving Saanich Peninsula cyclists a sit-down meal that goes beyond typical roadside fare. It is the second location of a locally-owned operation run by chef-owner Adrian Ortiz-Mena.

value: 900 Bistro

detail: Online menu explicitly lists Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-Free as pizza subcategories

signal: wood-fired Italian, filet/escargot, upper-casual; ~$28-42pp


value: 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, V5Y 0B1

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: stands (30 spaces) at 32m; stands (20 spaces) at 32m; stands (10 spaces) at 33m; loops (4 spaces, covered) at 45m; stands (10 spaces) at 56m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 62m; loops (4 spaces) at 62m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 71m; loops (4 spaces, covered) at 73m; wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 75m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 78m; wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 79m; wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 82m; stands (3 spaces) at 83m; stands (12 spaces) at 84m; stands (12 spaces) at 86m; loops (6 spaces) at 88m; loops (4 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 176 spaces.

blurb: Olympic Village community centre on the False Creek seawall.

community: Vancouver

value: Creekside Community Recreation Centre is a City of Vancouver-operated facility situated in the Olympic Village neighbourhood at Athletes Way, adjacent to False Creek. The three-storey building sits at the heart of a district purpose-built for the 2010 Winter Olympics and is now a hub for the surrounding community. Its location along one of Vancouver's busiest cycling corridors makes it a natural landmark for touring cyclists navigating the False Creek seawall route.

value: Creekside Community Recreation Centre

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: City-operated CC in Olympic Village on the seawall; standard CC ladder — location convenience is scarcity/context, not intrinsic delight.


value: 5721 24 Street, Vernon

community: Vernon

value: Taco Del Mar


value: 4653 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC V8E 0Y9

community: Whistler

value: Horstman House is a boutique collection of one-to-three bedroom condominium-style residences perched on Blackcomb Mountain, steps from the Home Run trail and Lost Lake Park. Touted as one of Whistler's only true luxury private residence accommodations, it offers ski-in access and a free shuttle to both Whistler and Blackcomb lifts. The property sits close to Whistler Village and features in-unit full kitchens and washer/dryers, making extended stays comfortable for active travellers.

value: Horstman House

detail: Amenities page states rooms include 'washer/dryers'

signal: one of Whistler's few true luxury private-residence properties, Blackcomb; per-unit $400+

wow_evidence: 'Bike Rentals' appears as a featured link suggesting some cycling awareness


value: 311 Hemlock Street, Port McNeill, V0N 2R0

community: Port McNeill

value: The Bargain Shop


value: 397 Railway St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1C2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands at 36m; stands at 39m.

value: Railtown Café has been a fixture in Vancouver's historic Railtown District of the Downtown Eastside since 2012, founded by classically trained chefs Dan Olson and Tyler Day who also run the award-winning Railtown Catering out of the same facility. The café serves heaping portions of scratch-made comfort food — gourmet sandwiches, soups, pastries, and a build-your-own salad bar — using local and organic ingredients. With multiple Vancouver locations and a community-focused ethos, it's a well-regarded stop for a filling, quality meal.

value: Railtown Café

detail: Menu lists Vegan Avocado Toast, Vegetarian Soup, Black Bean Burrito, and notes '*Gluten free options available'

wow_evidence: fixture in Vancouver's historic Railtown District since 2012... award-winning Railtown Catering


community: Langford

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 135 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (1 space) at 59m. Total: 1 spaces.

value: Pemberton Station Neighbourhood Pub is a full-service neighbourhood pub in North Vancouver with a beer and wine store on-site and a loyalty rewards program. The venue caters to sports fans with dedicated sport pools and a TV guide section. Online ordering is available, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Pemberton Station Pub

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 2357 Trans-Canada Highway, Kamloops, V2C 4A8

community: Kamloops

value: Ranchland Inn is a motel in Kamloops located on the Trans-Canada Highway, providing overnight accommodation to traveling cyclists and other visitors.

value: Ranchland Inn


value: 9180 Number 1 Road, Richmond

blurb: West Richmond's public community centre.

value: West Richmond Community Centre is a City of Richmond–operated public recreation facility serving the western part of Richmond, BC. It is part of the city's municipal network of community centres delivering programs and activities for residents of all ages. Touring cyclists in the Richmond area may find it a useful urban waypoint, though specific cyclist-facing services are unconfirmed.

value: West Richmond Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal community centre — walk-in.


value: 100 East Hastings Street, Vancouver

value: New Brandiz Fast Food is a fast food spot on East Hastings Street in Vancouver's busy urban corridor. The restaurant offers indoor seating and has an ATM on site, making it a handy stop for cyclists who need cash or a sit-down break. Its location on Hastings places it along a common east-west cycling route through the city.

value: New Brandiz Fast Food


value: 380 Hwy 27, Fort St. James, BC V0J 1P0

community: Fort St. James

value: Sana'aih Market is a full-service community grocery store located on Nakazdli Whuten territory along Highway 27 in Fort St. James, BC, operating as part of the AGfoods buying group. It bills itself as a hospitality-based grocer focused on high-quality customer service, with dedicated departments for produce, meat, and bakery/deli. For touring cyclists passing through the Cariboo-Central Interior, it is a key resupply point in an otherwise remote stretch of the province.

value: Sana'aih Market


value: 3806 Denman Road, Denman Island, BC V0R 1T0

community: Denman Island

value: Earth Club Factory is a long-running community institution on Denman Island, weaving together a bistro/cafe, a 20-bed hostel, performance venue, art gallery, and organic food buying club within a 110-year-old farmhouse property. A touring cyclist arrives to find not just coffee and grilled food but a full cultural hub — on-site coffee roasting, live music nights, a mosaic outdoor kitchen, and a cob oven speak to the deeply community-rooted character of the place. The property sits centrally to the Denman ferry and village, and the owners have explicitly cultivated a welcoming stop for cyclists exploring what they describe as easy, rewarding island terrain.

value: Guesthouse bistro @ earthclubfactory

wow_evidence: on-site camping for cyclists… bistro/cafe operating for over 25 years… hostel, performance venue, art gallery, and organic food buying club within a 110-year-old farmhouse


value: 311 Hemlock Street, V0N 2R0

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 2509 Estevan Avenue, Victoria, B.C. V8R 2S6

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; rack at 11m; rack at 47m; rack at 47m; rack at 84m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Oak Bay

value: Ruth & Dean is a cozy neighbourhood café and bakery in Oak Bay, Victoria, serving housemade pastries, brunch, and lunch in a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere. Founded in 2015, it is known for its rotating daily cakes, Monogram Coffee, and comfort-food menu built on locally sourced ingredients. Touring cyclists will find a satisfying stop for a full brunch or a pastry and coffee, with both dine-in and takeout available.

value: Ruth & Dean Restaurant & Bakery

detail: Menu lists 'Bounty Bowl (Vegan and gluten free)' explicitly

wow_evidence: cozy neighbourhood café and bakery in Oak Bay... Founded in 2015


value: 787 Hillside Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 16m; stands (6 spaces) at 53m; stands (6 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; rack (4 spaces) at 75m. Total: 26 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 2291 Goldie Road, V4V 1G5

community: Lake Country

value: Intrigue Wines is a boutique, family-owned winery in Lake Country, BC, founded in 2008 by two local families who combined winemaking, business, and community expertise to build an award-winning Okanagan estate. All wines are crafted from 100% BC-grown grapes with sustainability at the core, earning consistent recognition for quality across white, red, rosé, and sparkling styles. Cyclists riding the Okanagan Wine Route can drop in for a bookable tasting experience or pick up bottles at the on-site wine shop in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

value: Intrigue Wines

signal: Boutique estate winery tasting

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: boutique, family-owned winery… award-winning Okanagan estate… Okanagan Wine Route


community: Langley


value: 9183 148 Street, Surrey, BC V3R 3W7

community: Surrey

value: Gateway Pizza is a long-running Surrey restaurant that merges Canadian-style pizza with an extensive Indian curry menu, including biryanis, butter chicken, and paneer dishes. The Surrey Centre location is one of two family-owned outlets serving the broader Surrey area and offers takeout alongside delivery. Cyclists passing through the Guildford corridor would find a wide range of filling options, including a substantial vegetarian selection.

value: Gate-Way Pizza

detail: Website explicitly references takeout: '$6 will be charged for delivery on any take out' and home page tagline 'Don't Cook tonight, Just Call US Now'

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Vegetarian Dishes' section (Paneer Tikka Masala, Tawa Paneer, Handi Paneer, Channa Masala, etc.) and website distinguishes 'Veggie toppings' from 'Non-veggie toppings' for pizza; no GF or vegan claims confirmed


value: 722 13 St, Invermere, BC V0A 1K4

community: Invermere

value: Ullr Bar is a Norse-mythology-themed cocktail bar and gathering place in Invermere, BC, celebrating seven years of operation in the Columbia Valley. Known for inventive in-house 'cuktails' with fresh-squeezed juices and homemade syrups, it positions itself as a community hub inspired by the Nordic god of snow. It also operates a mobile bar called 'Ullr on Wheels' and offers takeout orders by phone.

value: Ullr Bar

signal: amenity=bar


value: 2081 McDougall Rd Unit 101, West Kelowna, BC V1Z 2L6, Canada

community: West Kelowna

value: Cafe Bella Bean is a cafe located in Kelowna, British Columbia. As a local cafe, it provides a convenient rest stop for touring cyclists passing through the area, offering a casual setting for refreshment.

value: Cafe Bella Bean


value: 612 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 45m; stands (12 spaces) at 82m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Indian Aroma is a sit-down Indian restaurant in Victoria's historic Chinatown district on Fisgard Street, offering authentic North Indian and Mughalai cuisine guided by the philosophy of 'Atithi Devo Bhava' (Guest Is God). The extensive menu spans appetizers, tandoori dishes, curries, biryanis, and desserts alongside alcoholic beverages, with a dedicated kids menu and full event catering services available.

value: Indian Aroma Restaurant

detail: Menu has dedicated vegetarian sections and multiple GF-labelled items, including 'GF BUTTER CHICKEN', and GF/DF appetizers such as Veg Mix Pakora and Onion Bhajia

signal: Mains $17.99–$19.99 (butter chicken, dal makhani)


value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 7104 1st Ave, Box 115, Ymir, BC V0G 2K0

community: Ymir

value: Built in 1896 during the Salmo River Valley mining boom, Hotel Ymir is one of the oldest surviving buildings in the West Kootenay region and has been fully restored as a country resort with a licensed dining room (Pau Hana), a lounge (Cowichan), and a remarkable world art collection. The hotel sits directly across from the old Burlington Northern Railway corridor, now a 50+ km converted rail trail ideal for hiking and cycling along the Salmo River. Accommodation ranges from hostel-style bunk rooms on the third floor to en-suite queen rooms and two suites with gas fireplaces.

value: Hotel Ymir

detail: On-site licensed Pau Hana Dining Room and Cowichan Lounge, described as offering food and drink service

signal: restored 1896 country resort hotel with dining, Ymir; $140-190

wow_evidence: one of the oldest surviving buildings in the West Kootenay region... sits directly across from the old Burlington Northern Railway corridor, now a 50+ km converted rail trail


value: 9040 Granville St, Port Hardy, British Columbia V0N 2P0

community: Port Hardy

value: Nax'id' Pub is an Indigenous-owned restaurant and pub in Port Hardy, on the northern tip of Vancouver Island, owned and operated by the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw First Nations. 'Nax'id'' is a Kwak̓wala word meaning 'to drink,' and the menu blends First Nations culinary traditions — including bannock dishes and house-smoked proteins from a custom on-site smokehouse — with craft cocktails and BC-sourced ingredients. For a touring cyclist arriving by ferry or completing the Island's north end, it is one of the few full-service dining experiences in the area.

value: nax'id' pub

detail: Website lists 'Take-out 7:30AM-9:30PM' as a distinct service window

detail: Menu explicitly labels 'Rainforest Greens (GF)'; additional items such as avocado toast, yogurt parfait, and waffles/pancakes appear vegetarian but are not explicitly labelled as such

signal: Indigenous-owned pub, bannock + First Nations dishes; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: owned and operated by the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw First Nations... menu blends First Nations culinary traditions — including bannock dishes and house-smoked proteins from a custom on-site smokehouse


value: 400 MacKenzie Beach Road, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

community: Tofino

value: Middle Beach Lodge is a secluded oceanfront resort set on 40 acres of rugged West Coast headland, featuring two lodges, twenty self-contained cabins, and treetop treehouse accommodations overlooking the Pacific. The property includes nearly a mile of private beach, hand-cut forest trails for quiet nature immersion, and kayaking excursions — all roughly 3 km from the village of Tofino. The on-site Headlands Lounge serves lunch and dinner, making it a self-contained wilderness retreat with direct access to the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve area.

value: Middle Beach Lodge

detail: On-site Headlands Lounge serves lunch and dinner daily

signal: duplicate Middle Beach Lodge entry; banded consistently, $250-350

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: secluded oceanfront resort set on 40 acres...nearly a mile of private beach...treetop treehouse accommodations...direct access to the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve area


value: 156 West Hastings Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 20 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (4 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (3 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (4 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (6 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (8 spaces) at 86m; stands (11 spaces) at 87m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 98m. Total: 74 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Aureliana is a casual American diner on West Hastings in downtown Vancouver, turning out hearty breakfasts, hand-formed burgers, and fresh-cut fries in a compact, approachable setting. The menu spans classic morning fare like pastrami hash and eggs benedict through to poutine, milkshakes, and draft beer, making it a capable refuelling stop. Online ordering is available, and catering can be arranged by phone or email.

value: Aureliana

detail: Menu lists a VEGGIE burger (mushroom patty, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, signature mayo) plus vegetarian-friendly sides and desserts. No explicit vegan or gluten-free options mentioned

signal: Breakfast/burgers $9–18, sit-down diner, average entree ~$13–15


value: 149 Fulford Ganges Road, Suite 101, Salt Spring Island, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 7m; rack at 63m; rack at 81m; rack at 87m.

blurb: Long-running Ganges gallery showing Morrisseau, Bateman, and Inuit masters.

community: Salt Spring Island

value: Steffich Fine Art is a curated contemporary gallery founded in 1992 on Salt Spring Island, now one of the Gulf Islands' most recognized cultural landmarks after more than three decades of operation. The gallery represents an eclectic roster including works by Norval Morrisseau, Robert Bateman, and Abraham Anghik Ruben, alongside a unique Rock & Roll Art collection of vintage Fillmore West concert posters and Canada's sole representation of kinetic wind sculptor Lyman Whitaker. Cyclists visiting Salt Spring Island will find this a distinctive stop in a community renowned for its outsized artistic output.

value: Steffich Fine Art

signal: Art gallery; no admission fee mentioned; fine art galleries typically free

wow_evidence: 30-year gallery with a serious roster (Morrisseau, Bateman, Anghik Ruben). Galleries include per policy; roster lifts it above ordinary.


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

community: Kelowna

value: Vintner's Grill is the signature restaurant at the Coast Capri Hotel in Kelowna, offering seasonal Canadian and globally inspired dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The enclosed poolside patio opens to the hotel courtyard during summer, creating a pleasant outdoor dining atmosphere. The restaurant is open to both hotel guests and the general public, and hosts live music on select Friday evenings.

value: Vintner's Grill

signal: hotel restaurant, seasonal Canadian; ~$20-32pp


value: 10355 152 St #1386, Surrey, BC V3R 7C1, Canada

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

value: Jugo Juice

signal: Jugo Juice smoothie chain (confirmed); ~$6-10


value: 1627 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wide_stands (8 spaces) at 53m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Daily Fresh is a supermarket on Quadra Street in Victoria, BC. Its Instagram handle references it as 'Daily Fresh Market Victoria', suggesting a locally branded fresh-food focus. For touring cyclists, it offers a convenient grocery stop in a central Victoria neighbourhood.

value: Daily Fresh


value: 2070 Phillips Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0Y3

blurb: Regional museum and visitor centre with heritage Moss Cottage on the grounds.

community: Sooke

value: The Sooke Region Museum and Visitor Centre preserves the natural and human history of the Sooke Region, operating since 1977 on the territories of the T'Sou-ke, Pacheedaht and Scia'new peoples. Visitors can explore extensive outdoor exhibits including heritage buildings like Moss Cottage, the Servants' Quarters, and a Forestry Path, while the indoor collection covers basketry, early settlers, forestry, and maritime themes. It also serves as the area's official visitor centre and includes a Gift & Book Shop, making it a natural orientation stop for cyclists arriving in Sooke.

value: Sooke Region Museum

signal: Museum Entrance By Donation

wow_evidence: Regional museum + visitor centre with outdoor heritage buildings (Moss Cottage). Real collection ladder 2/2.


value: 370 Trans-Canada Highway, V9G 1T9

community: Ladysmith

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 607 Belmont Street, V3L 3B5

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands at 12m; stands (6 spaces) at 17m; stands (4 spaces) at 37m; stands (4 spaces) at 41m; stands (4 spaces) at 54m; stands (6 spaces) at 56m; stands at 56m; stands (6 spaces) at 65m; stands at 69m; stands at 74m; stands (6 spaces) at 89m; stands (6 spaces) at 97m. Total: 42 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Chaiiwala of London is a British-South Asian franchise cafe known for specialty chai drinks like Karak Chaii and Limbu Pani alongside desi-inspired street food including roti rolls and savoury snacks. The New Westminster location occupies a unit at 607 Belmont Street and offers indoor seating, making it a warming rest stop with a distinctly different flavour profile from standard coffee shops. Cyclists looking for a chai fix or a quick desi bite will find this a novel option on a BC touring route.

value: Chaiiwala of London

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 603 Fort Rodd Hill Road, Victoria BC V9C 2W8

blurb: Victorian coastal fort and Canada's west coast's oldest lighthouse, near Victoria.

community: Colwood

value: Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites encompass a 19th-century coastal artillery fortress that guarded Esquimalt Harbour from 1895 to 1956, alongside Fisgard Lighthouse — the oldest permanent lighthouse on Canada's west coast — connected to the fort by a built causeway. The site occupies a dramatic coastal headland near Victoria, surrounded by rare Garry Oak ecosystems and sweeping ocean views. Cyclists exploring the area can tour the grounds and historic buildings via a free self-guided app, and oTENTik glamping accommodations are available inside the working fort for those seeking an overnight coastal experience.

label: Garry Oak meadow in bloom

months: April May June

signal: Front page explicitly states 'Free admission and discounted overnight stays'

detail: Cyclist arrival from the Galloping Goose acknowledged on Plan Your Visit page; bikes lockable at site entrance

detail: Confirmed (Heather 2026-07-08): standard at this venue

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: Paired NHS: 1890s coast artillery fort and the west coast's oldest lighthouse on a dramatic headland with Garry Oak meadows — day-shaping heritage-coast stop.


bike_access: rough

character: utilitarian

kid_friendly: no

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Tulameen

value: A small, open 3-site rec site on rushing Sutter Creek in the Tulameen backcountry, 34.6 km up a forest service road that carries active industrial traffic — expect dust, road noise, and a creek-side slope hazard at one site.

value: Sutter Creek Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 3240 Eby Street, V8G 5H4

community: Terrace

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 415 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 11m; bollard (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (3 spaces) at 46m; bollard (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 50m; bollard (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; bollard (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (20 spaces) at 70m; stands (15 spaces, covered) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 64 spaces.

value: Field & Social is a Vancouver salad and bowl cafe chain co-founded in 2016 around the premise that salads can be a satisfying, crave-worthy main meal. The Dunsmuir location is one of several across the city, serving a menu developed with a dietitian and an internationally trained chef using locally sourced ingredients and scratch-made dressings. Online ordering and catering are available, making it a practical stop for a nourishing meal in the downtown core.

value: Field & Social

detail: Website menu marks individual items as vegan (Thai Peanut Satay), gluten free (Chicken Tostada, Beets Bowl, Soy Mushroom Miso Bowl), dairy free (Coconut Chicken), and plant-based option (Soy Mushroom Miso Bowl)

wow_evidence: one of several across the city


value: 1810 Island Highway

value: Edo Japan

signal: Edo Japan teriyaki fast-casual (confirmed); ~$12-16


community: Sechelt

value: Starbucks


value: 128 14th St E, North Vancouver, BC V7L 4R9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 74m; stands (3 spaces) at 89m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Pho North Vancouver is a Vietnamese restaurant in North Vancouver's lower Lonsdale area, serving pho and traditional Vietnamese dishes. It sits in a walkable residential-commercial neighbourhood that is a common cycling corridor connecting the North Shore waterfront to inland communities. The welcoming bilingual greeting ('Xin Chao!') signals an authentic Vietnamese dining experience for cyclists seeking a hearty, affordable meal after a ride.

value: Pho North Vancouver

signal: Pho shop—explicit band 1 category regardless of marketing language


value: 117 North Francois Highway, V0J 1E0

community: Burns Lake

value: FIELDS


value: 2755 Lougheed Highway, Port Coquitlam, V3B 5Y9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 89m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Port Coquitlam

value: bb.q Chicken is a Korean fried chicken restaurant located in Poco Place mall in Port Coquitlam, part of the bb.q Chicken international brand. It specializes in various chicken preparations and distinctive sauces, providing a casual dining option at the mall's corner location.

value: bb.q Chicken

signal: cuisine=chicken


community: Mill Bay

value: Thrifty Foods


value: 11968 207 Street, Maple Ridge

community: Maple Ridge

value: Little Caesars

signal: chain 'little caesar'


value: Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (4 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 33 spaces.

value: COBS Bread is a Canadian bakery franchise (part of the Bakers Delight family) with over 190 locations across Canada, each baking all products fresh from scratch on-site every day. The Davie Street location is a takeaway-only counter-service bakery offering a wide range of breads, buns, pastries, bagels, scones, cruffins, and savoury items including pizza. Leftover baked goods are donated to local charities at the end of each day.

value: COBS Bread

signal: chain 'cobs bread'