value: 1015 Burrard Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1Y5

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 43m; rack (6 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; rack (6 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (3 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 70m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (10 spaces) at 93m; stands (8 spaces) at 96m. Total: 45 spaces.

value: Century Plaza Hotel is a 3-star all-suite downtown Vancouver property offering studio suites and one-bedroom suites ranging from 400 to 650 square feet, many with full kitchens. The hotel features an indoor pool, on-site steakhouse (C|Prime Modern Italian Steak and Wine), and a café (Beyond Coffee). Situated on Burrard Street, it is a short walk from Vancouver's main entertainment and shopping districts and approximately 1.5 km from BC Place.

value: Century Plaza Hotel and Spa

detail: FAQ states overnight baggage storage is available; bags can also be stored at no charge on the day of arrival and on the day of departure

detail: C|Prime Modern Italian Steak and Wine (Steakhouse) and Beyond Coffee café are on-site at the hotel

signal: 3-star all-suite downtown property; $180-230 shoulder


value: 40330 Tantalus Rd, Squamish, BC V0N 1T0, Canada

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Squamish

value: RideHub is Squamish's premier mountain bike hub, combining a full-service shop staffed by certified mechanics with a café, a large rental fleet, guided experiences across Squamish, Whistler, and Pemberton, and professional coaching clinics. Touring cyclists can get professional mechanical work done or rent trail-ready bikes while refuelling at the on-site espresso café. The operation spans everything from single-day shuttle laps to multi-day BC coastal expeditions, making it a genuine cycling anchor for the Sea-to-Sky corridor.

source: enrichment

value: Ridehub Café Bikes and Espresso

detail: Rental page confirms 'wide selection of enduro mountain bikes, youth bikes, cruisers' and page title explicitly names 'Mountain & E-Bikes'; dedicated Demo Centre and Bike Rental section listed in navigation

detail: Website lists 'Squamish Guided Experiences', 'Whistler Guided Experiences', 'Pemberton Guided Experiences', and 'Multi-Day Trips' including BC MTB Expedition and BC Coastal MTB Trip

detail: Website lists 'Squamish Shuttle Laps', 'Women's Squamish Shuttle Clinic', and 'Women's Pemberton Shuttle Clinic' as distinct bookable services

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Repair Shop

tier: info

wow_evidence: full-service shop staffed by certified mechanics … café, a large rental fleet, guided experiences across Squamish, Whistler, and Pemberton


value: 512 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8W 1E6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 5m; stands (6 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (8 spaces) at 41m; stands (6 spaces) at 62m; stands (6 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 32 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Victoria

value: Siam Thai Victoria is a Thai restaurant on Victoria's Fort Street offering a broad menu of classic and regional Thai dishes, from Pad Thai and curries to Isaan specialties like Som Tum and Crying Tiger Beef. Online ordering with a 15-minute pickup window makes it a practical and fast meal stop for cyclists moving through downtown. The menu includes a dedicated vegetarian section alongside seafood, chicken, beef, and pork options.

value: Siam Thai Cuisine

source: osm

detail: Dedicated 'Vegetarian' menu section with 9+ items (Pad Thai Vegetarian, Vegetarian Curry, Garlic Broccoli, etc.); menu legend includes a vegetarian marker applied across multiple categories

band_key: casual

confidence: high

label: Casual

signal: Most mains $16.95–$18.95; seafood to $24.95. Typical casual Thai.

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: welcoming

wow_evidence: Order Now Pickup 15 min


value: 4685 Headquarters Rd, Courtenay, BC V9N 9H3

bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

energy: restorative

kid_friendly: yes

price_band: standard

season: summer

washroom_type: flush

category: Camping

community: Courtenay

source: camping

value: A private campground and RV park on the Tsolum River, half a kilometre from the highway and minutes from Courtenay's shops and services, with hot showers, laundry, and a dedicated cyclist/backpacker rate; primarily an RV operation but a practical city-edge stop for touring riders.

value: Maple Pool Campsite

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: Special rate for backpackers / cyclists (no vehicle)… hot showers, coin-operated laundry


value: 4429 Marine Avenue

category: Accommodation

community: Powell River

value: Marine Inn is a hotel on Marine Avenue offering wireless internet access. Located in the Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands area, it provides overnight accommodation for travelers including cycling tourists exploring the region.

value: Marine Inn

band_key: budget

confidence: low

label: Budget

signal: older Marine Ave hotel, Powell River; $90-130

source: judgement

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 757 Richards St, Vancouver, BC V6B 3A6

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 45m; stands (4 spaces) at 51m; stands (8 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 73m; stands (4 spaces) at 75m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (4 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 44 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Kingston Hotel is a family-run, century-old budget boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Vancouver, describing itself as Vancouver's Best Budget Boutique Hotel. The 25-room property offers a mix of private and shared-bathroom rooms, an on-site sauna, and a business centre, appealing to travellers seeking affordable accommodation steps from major city attractions. Its central Richards Street location puts a touring cyclist within easy reach of the seawall, transit, and urban amenities.

value: Kingston Hotel

detail: Gallery page lists 'Amenities Laundry' as a distinct amenity photo

signal: Explicitly calls itself 'Vancouver's Best Budget Hotel' with shared bathroom options

wow_evidence: family-run, century-old budget boutique hotel...on-site sauna...Amenities Laundry


value: 439 10th Avenue North, V2G 2L5

community: Williams Lake

value: Panago Pizza is a Canadian pizza chain with a Williams Lake location situated just off Highway 97 at McKinnon Road and 10th Avenue North, near the Williams Lake Stampede Grounds. It offers a range of gourmet-inspired recipe pizzas alongside wings, salads, sides, and desserts, with an emphasis on quality ingredients including antibiotic-free meat and organic tomato sauce. For touring cyclists moving through the Cariboo, it is a convenient hot-meal stop in the north end of town.

value: Panago Pizza

detail: Website states: 'Panago offers vegan, vegetarian and gluten-smart options.'

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

label: Cheap eats

signal: Panago pizza chain (confirmed); ~$10-16

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

wow_evidence: Canadian pizza chain… franchise at 439 10 AVE N, Williams Lake


value: 13639 George Junction

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 9m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 37m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 39m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 55m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 55m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Rice and Noodle

origin: chain

signal: rice & noodle eatery; ~$13-20pp


community: Kamloops

value: Earls

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'earls'

region: Thompson Okanagan


value: 6657 Main Street

category: Groceries

value: Bangla Bazar is a Halal-certified Bangladeshi supermarket in Vancouver specializing in South Asian groceries and products. It serves as a neighborhood market focused on halal-compliant items and Southeast Asian specialty ingredients. Touring cyclists may find it useful as a source for specialty groceries and international foods not typically found in mainstream supermarkets.

value: Bangla Bazar

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: Milestones

signal: chain 'milestones'


value: 8178 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6P 4Z4

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (3 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (3 spaces) at 31m; stands (5 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (3 spaces) at 84m; wall_loops (3 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Pho Ever is a Vietnamese restaurant on Granville Street in South Vancouver offering authentic pho, Vietnamese sandwiches (bánh mì), and bubble teas. It serves both dine-in and takeout customers seven days a week. The Granville Street corridor is a common cycling route, making this a convenient stop for riders exploring the area.

value: Pho Ever

signal: Pho shop; dine-in service; pho bowls typically $10-14

wow_evidence: Vietnamese restaurant on Granville Street offering pho, bánh mì, and bubble teas


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 82m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: A liquor store in Chilliwack operated by Fraser Valley Inn. For touring cyclists, it provides a retail stop for beverages and supplies within the community.

value: Private Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: liquor store operated by Fraser Valley Inn


value: 1046 Davie Street, Vancouver, V6E 1M3

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (3 spaces) at 84m; rack (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Subway

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 8391 Alexandra Road, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 78m.

community: Richmond

value: Gmen@NanChuu Ramen Shop is a ramen restaurant located in Richmond's Alexandra Road dining corridor, a dense stretch of East Asian eateries popular with locals and visitors alike. Touring cyclists passing through Richmond's flat, bikeable streets will find it a convenient stop for a hot bowl after riding the dyke trails or nearby greenways.

value: Gmen@NanChuu Ramen Shop

signal: ramen shop; ~$14-20pp


value: 1962 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5N2S9

value: Tuan & Thuy Kitchen is a Vietnamese restaurant on Kingsway in East Vancouver specializing in pho, banh mi, vermicelli bowls, sticky rice, and traditional Tet holiday items. The menu draws on northern Vietnamese traditions, including Hai Phong-style steam buns and sticky rice dishes, alongside everyday staples like lemongrass chicken plates and spring rolls. Online pickup ordering is available with a short wait, making it a practical quick-stop option for cyclists passing through the Kingsway corridor.

value: Tuan & Thuy Kitchen

signal: Phở and vermicelli bowls $18.99; casual Vietnamese pho/bánh mì format


value: Wells, BC V0K 2R0

community: Wells

value: The Bear's Paw Dinner Cafe is a long-running fixture in Wells, a historic gold-mining town deep in the Cariboo wilderness, award-winning as the best cafe in Northern BC and top-rated on TripAdvisor across the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast region. Hosts Dave Jorgenson and Cheryl Macarthy offer an eclectic menu spanning Thai noodles, tapas, rib dinners, housemade pies, and a curated selection of BC wines and micro-brews, all powered by green energy. The cafe also serves as a community hub for regional information, music events, and local culture, with a licensed outdoor patio — a welcome stop for cyclists travelling through a remote stretch of central BC.

value: Bear's Paw Cafe

detail: Menu page lists multiple vegetarian dishes: Mango Vegetable Curry, 5 Cheese Mediterranean lasagna, Fragrant Moroccan Stew, fresh green salad, Caesar salad, and vegetable-based tapas options

confidence: medium

signal: dinner cafe (Wells), eclectic; ~$18-28pp


value: 6336 177B Street, Surrey

blurb: Multi-rink city ice complex in Cloverdale.

category: Attractions

value: The Cloverdale Sport & Ice Complex is a City of Surrey municipal recreation facility in the Cloverdale neighbourhood offering multiple ice sheets for hockey, figure skating, public lessons, and skating sessions, with dry-floor summer conversion for lacrosse and ball hockey. Operated by the City of Surrey, the complex features outdoor amenities, landscaping, and ample vehicle parking. A touring cyclist passing through Cloverdale could visit as a local recreational attraction, though it is primarily a community sports facility.

dwell: half

energy: active

facet_confidence: med

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: recreation

value: Cloverdale Sport & Ice Complex

ownership: Public

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal multi-rink complex — walk-in public facility.


value: 117 Bridge St, Princeton, BC V0X 1W0

community: Princeton

value: Little Creek Grill is a family-owned restaurant in Princeton with roots going back to 1982, when the Goreas family opened it under the name Santos. Rebranded in 2014 after the founding family returned to Princeton, it serves a broad menu of Greek-inflected dishes alongside pizza, pasta, steaks, and seafood. The kitchen makes desserts in-house and offers full catering services across the Similkameen Valley.

value: Little Creek Grill

detail: Pizza menu page lists a 'TAKE OUT ONLY - 2 FOR 1' promotion, confirming takeout service is available

detail: Menu includes Vegetarian Penne, Gluten-Free Stuffed Manicotti, gluten-free pizza crust substitute, and several GF-labelled desserts (Flourless Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Bean Crème Brulée, Apple Crisp)

signal: Pasta mains $21–28.50, 12" pizzas $23–28, sit-down family restaurant


value: 5025 Valley Drive, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0

community: Sun Peaks

value: Echo Landing is a collection of contemporary ski-in, ski-out townhomes and condos located in the quieter east village of Sun Peaks Resort, BC's second-largest four-season mountain resort. Units range from 2 to 4 bedrooms and include full kitchens, with select units offering private hot tubs. The property sits adjacent to the Orient chairlift and Sun Peaks' extensive bike park and trail network, making it a convenient base for mountain biking in summer.

value: Echo Landing 29-32

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: new ski-in/ski-out 2-4BR condos, some private hot tubs; per-unit $250-400


value: 11850 Oceola Road, Lake Country, V4V 1E3

community: Lake Country

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 1369 Johnston Road, White Rock, V4B 3Z3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 46m.

community: White Rock

value: Grounds & Greens Cafe is a family-owned, fully plant-based cafe in downtown White Rock run by chefs Mannel and Ben Kilford, who bring over 35 years of combined culinary experience including time with Four Seasons Hotels. The menu centres on creative power bowls, artisan coffee, and house-made dishes using locally sourced ingredients, with a strong zero-waste ethos that eliminates single-use containers. A second location operates in Fort Langley, and the cafe is noted for being dog-friendly and welcoming to non-vegans.

value: Grounds & Greens Cafe

detail: Fully vegan/plant-based menu; multiple menu items explicitly labelled 'gf' (e.g. influencer, basic b***, the O.G.); website states 'gluten free bread available'

signal: plant-based cafe, power bowls; ~$14-22pp


value: Unit 590, 15355 24 Avenue, Surrey, BC

value: Delhi Delite is an Indian restaurant and sweets shop occupying a unit in a commercial complex in Surrey's south end, offering indoor dining with air conditioning. The pairing of a full restaurant menu with a sweets counter sets it apart from a typical curry house and gives cyclists the option of a substantial meal or a quick sweet pick-me-up. OSM data notes wheelchair accessibility and card payments accepted.

value: Delhi delite indian cuisine & sweets

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


value: 55 6th Avenue South, V2G 1K8

value: Hamilton Hotel is a hotel accommodation in the Cariboo region of British Columbia. It offers standard hotel lodging to touring cyclists and other travelers in the area.

value: Hamilton Hotel

signal: old downtown hotel, Williams Lake; $80-120


value: 40350-B Government Rd, Squamish, BC V0N 1T0

value: Spoke Haven is a full-service bicycle shop in Squamish offering tune-ups, repairs, upgrades, and sales from a compact but fully stocked workshop with skilled mechanics. The shop primarily schedules appointments but also welcomes drop-in customers for expert advice, tuning tips, and mechanical work as time permits. Located on Government Road, it is a practical mechanical resource for cyclists traveling the Sea-to-Sky corridor.

value: Spoke Haven

detail: While we mainly work by appointment, we happily welcome walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis. Feel free to drop by anytime!

tier: accredited


value: 2394 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 24m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 27m; rack (6 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; rack (8 spaces) at 77m. Total: 33 spaces.

value: Peaceful Restaurant has served Northern Chinese cuisine in Vancouver since 1998, led by owner-chef Charlie Huang whose hand-pulled noodles, dumplings, and beef rolls have earned recognition from Food Network, USA Today, and local food media. The menu centres on Xi'an-inspired flavours — aromatic spices, bold sauces, and house-made dim sum — drawing on the culinary crossroads of the ancient Silk Road. Situated on West 4th Avenue, a key cycling corridor connecting Kitsilano to downtown Vancouver, it is a convenient mid-ride dining stop.

value: Peaceful Restaurant

signal: Noodle house/dim sum specialist; executive chef, awards, but no high-end markers; no menu prices shown


value: 10950 126A Street, Surrey, BC V3V 0E5

blurb: Three-storey ice and fitness complex in Whalley.

value: North Surrey Sport & Ice Complex is a City of Surrey municipal recreation facility housed in a three-storey building in the Whalley area. It offers public drop-in skating, dry floor programs, fitness classes, and weight room access to residents and visitors. A touring cyclist seeking an active rest day could use the skating or fitness facilities here.

planning: walk-up

value: North Surrey Sport and Ice Complex

wow_evidence: Municipal skate/fitness complex — standard 1/1.


value: Unit 1B, 1080 Cliveden Avenue, Delta, BC V3M 6G6

community: Delta

value: The Kop Coffee Roasters is an independent specialty roastery and café founded in 2020 on Annacis Island in Delta, BC, run by a certified Q grader with over a decade of green-bean sourcing experience across Africa. Beyond its single-origin and blended roasts, the shop sells a dedicated line of camping coffee — single-serve bags designed for outdoor use — making it a natural fit for cycle-tourers who want quality coffee on and off the bike. The café sits in an industrial pocket of Annacis Island, a point of interest in itself given the island's unique geography.

value: The Kop Coffee Roasters

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 855 Langford Parkway

community: Langford

value: Canadian Tire

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 801 Marine Drive, North Vancouver, V7P 3K6

community: North Vancouver

value: Cora

signal: Cora breakfast chain; ~$16-24pp


value: 4231 Hazelbridge Way, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 61m; rack (8 spaces) at 78m; rack at 79m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Harmony Bakery is a bakery located in a commercial unit on Hazelbridge Way in Richmond, BC, an area known for its dense retail and dining options. As a bakery, it likely offers fresh baked goods that could appeal to cyclists looking for a quick snack or provisions stop. No further details about the shop's offerings or layout are available from current sources.

value: Harmony Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 229 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C 2A1, Canada

value: Caffe Motivo is an independent café in the heart of downtown Kamloops, serving specialty coffee sourced from JJ Bean alongside fresh-baked goods and light breakfasts and lunches made in-house daily. It occupies a street-level location on Victoria Street, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the city centre. The café also offers a catering service, suggesting a kitchen capable of producing larger food orders.

value: Caffe Motivo

wow_evidence: independent café in the heart of downtown Kamloops… specialty coffee sourced from JJ Bean


value: 2250 Bellis Road, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 2P2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 28m.

community: Prince Rupert

value: Yaga Cafe Garden Co. is an award-winning, Indigenous community-owned business operated by the Gitmaxmak'ay Nisga'a Society in Seal Cove — 'Yaga' meaning 'down a hill' in Nisga'a, an apt description of its hillside location. The cafe serves coffee, tea, sandwiches, snacks, and salads harvested fresh from onsite hydroponics greenhouses, with an outdoor patio overlooking the cove. The business has operated continuously at this site since 1991 and is a recipient of the 2021 BC Indigenous Community-Owned Business of the Year award.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC

value: Yaga Cafe Garden Co.

region: Northern British Columbia


bike_access: rough

character: utilitarian

kid_friendly: neutral

label: snowmobile & toboggan season

months: December January February March

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Spences Bridge

value: A small, free winter-recreation staging area reached by a 17 km uphill grind on a narrow mixed-surface road from Lytton, offering 3 picnic tables and an enclosed day-use shelter for snowmobilers and tobogganing; summer camping is bare-bones with no confirmed water or washrooms.

value: Cal Woods Recreation Reserve

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: small, free winter-recreation staging area... summer camping is bare-bones


value: Central Kootenay J, BC V1N 4V8, Canada

bike_access: hard

community: Renata

value: A tiny 2-site boat-in recreation site on Lower Arrow Lake where Bowman Creek meets the lake, offering shaded treed spots among rocky outcrops or open beach camping with morning sun and good fishing; completely inaccessible without a boat.

value: Bowman Point Recreation Site

region: Kootenay Rockies

wow_evidence: completely inaccessible without a boat


value: 1696 Duranleau Street, Vancouver, V6H 3S4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 59m.

community: Vancouver

value: Tap & Barrel Bridges is a large, full-service waterfront restaurant located on the western tip of Granville Island, steps from the Public Market — a location previously occupied by the long-running Bridges Restaurant. Part of the multi-location Tap & Barrel chain, which operates its own brewery (BREWHALL Beer Co.) and is recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, making it a comfortable stop in any weather on one of Vancouver's most popular cycling corridors.

value: Tap & Barrel Bridges

signal: waterfront restaurant/brewery (Granville Island); ~$20-32pp


community: Vernon

value: Starbucks


value: 50 West Cordova Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 87m; stands (4 spaces) at 87m; stands (6 spaces) at 89m; stands (4 spaces) at 90m; stands (6 spaces) at 96m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Greta YVR is an adults-only arcade bar in Vancouver's Gastown neighbourhood, combining craft cocktails, scratch-made locally sourced street food, and 50+ arcade games under one roof. It is part of a Canadian multi-city chain and offers a lively venue for small groups, large parties, and corporate events. Cyclists of legal drinking age stopping in Gastown for an evening out would find food, drinks, and entertainment all in one place.

value: Greta YVR

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: part of a Canadian multi-city chain


character: destination

kid_friendly: no

community: Gold River

value: A backcountry wilderness campsite within Strathcona Provincial Park—BC's oldest park—set in a rugged mountain landscape of peaks, rivers, and old-growth forest; access is hike-in only, facilities are minimal or absent, and the remote character is the entire point.

value: Butterwort Flats Campsite

ownership: Provincial park


value: 19225 Highway 10, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: The Ramada by Wyndham Surrey/Langley is a mid-scale chain hotel situated on Highway 10 in Surrey, within the broader Langley/Surrey corridor of the Fraser Valley. As part of the Wyndham hotel family, guests can earn loyalty points on stays. Its highway-adjacent location makes it a practical overnight stop for cyclists passing through the Metro Vancouver suburbs on longer tours.

value: Ramada by Wyndham

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: chain 'ramada'

wow_evidence: part of the Wyndham hotel family


value: 2627 Shaughnessy St #155, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 0E1

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Ava Bakery is a family-owned Persian bakery in Port Coquitlam, founded during the COVID-19 pandemic by a couple who pivoted from hospitality and healthcare into traditional Iranian baking. The shop specializes in authentic Persian breads — Taftoon, Barbary, Lavash, Shirmal, and whole wheat Barbari Naan — alongside pastries, sweets, and prepared dishes such as Haleem and Persian Noodle Soup. It offers touring cyclists a rare chance to stock up on freshly baked breads and traditional Iranian snacks in the Tri-Cities area.

value: Ava Bakery

wow_evidence: family-owned Persian bakery... specializes in authentic Persian breads — Taftoon, Barbary, Lavash, Shirmal


value: 1697 Fairview Road, Penticton, V2A 6A6

community: Penticton

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 4820 Kingsway 329, Metropolis at Metrotown, Burnaby, BC V5H 4P1, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 12m; rack (6 spaces) at 36m; stands (8 spaces) at 78m. Total: 24 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Koya Japan


value: 6005 Highway 17A, Delta, BC V4K 5B8

value: The Buffet is a full-service buffet restaurant inside Cascades Casino Delta, offering weekend brunch, themed dinner nights, and a rotating array of international specialties. It sits within a large casino-hotel complex that includes multiple dining venues, a spa, and conference facilities. As a destination buffet in a casino resort, it is well-suited for a hungry touring cyclist looking for a substantial all-you-can-eat meal.

value: the Buffet

signal: Lunch $21.99, dinner $29.99 per person


value: 4540 No. 3 Road, Unit 1300, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 5m.

community: Richmond

value: Shawn's Chicken (also known as Yongshun Fried Chicken / 永顺炸鸡) is a Richmond fast food restaurant serving a Beijing-origin style of fried chicken marinated in over 20 Chinese herbs before deep frying. The restaurant emphasizes daily-fresh, never-frozen chicken that comes out golden, crispy, and juicy. Located in a Richmond plaza, it offers combo meals, family packs, and sides — a potential calorie stop for cyclists on the Richmond cycling network.

value: Shawn's Chicken


value: 4580 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; rack (3 spaces) at 49m; rack (5 spaces) at 51m; rack (3 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Pizza Pizza

signal: chain 'pizza pizza'


energy: neutral

community: Keremeos

value: A small, no-frills grassy riverside site about 18 km from Keremeos on what is likely a gravel road, set directly beside cattle and horse corrals; two picnic tables and a toilet are the only facilities.

value: Ashnola River Recreation Site

wow_evidence: no-frills grassy riverside site... beside cattle and horse corrals


value: 1632 Sunshine Coast Hwy, Gibsons, BC

community: Gibsons

value: Casa Beto is a Mexican food truck rooted in traditional home-cook recipes, emphasising fresh locally sourced ingredients. For the 2026 season it operates out of Sunday Cider on the Sunshine Coast Highway in Gibsons. It is a takeout-only operation, making it a convenient roadside stop for cyclists travelling the Sunshine Coast route.

value: Casa Beto

detail: Food-truck format confirmed by website — takeout is the only service mode

signal: Operates as food truck; no menu prices visible

detail: Nearest public washrooms not identified in available sources


value: 919 Fort Street, V8V 3K3

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (4 spaces) at 98m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Blue Fox Cafe has been Victoria's go-to all-day breakfast spot since 1991, claiming the title of the city's first and foremost all-day breakfast restaurant. Located on Fort Street in the downtown core, it serves a broad menu of egg dishes, griddle cakes, and specialty items leaning on local and organic ingredients. Cyclists can sit down for a substantial fuel-up or grab takeout before hitting the road.

value: Blue Fox Cafe

detail: Website menu confirms vegetarian options (Veggie Migas, black bean dishes, organic tofu substitutes) and gluten-free toast available as a substitute

wow_evidence: operating since 1991


value: 6386 Number 3 Road, Unit 180A, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 13m; lockers (secure) at 33m; rack at 51m; rack at 65m; rack at 92m.

value: Oishinoya is Canada's original gyudon chain, serving premium Canadian-grown beef over Japanese short-grain rice since 2023. The Richmond location is situated inside Oishii Food Hall directly outside the Brighouse SkyTrain station, making it a convenient refuelling stop for cyclists traveling along No. 3 Road. Signature bowls include Kimchi Gyudon, Mentaiko Gyudon, and Unagi Don.

value: Oishinoya Japanese Gyudon

signal: gyudon (beef rice bowl) chain, food hall; ~$12-16

wow_evidence: Canada's original gyudon chain


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

value: OPA! of Greece


value: #168 - 8180 No 2 Rd. Richmond, BC

value: Otaru Japanese Kitchen is a Japanese restaurant in Richmond, BC serving authentic dishes including sushi, rolls, udon, and tempura. The restaurant positions itself as striving to be the best in Richmond and offers both dine-in and pickup ordering. A touring cyclist passing through Richmond's No. 2 Road corridor would find it a convenient stop for a full Japanese meal.

value: Otaru Japanese Kitchen

wow_evidence: Japanese restaurant...sushi, rolls, udon, and tempura


value: 17710 56A Avenue, Surrey, V3S 5H8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 97m.

blurb: Surrey's city museum in the Cloverdale heritage precinct.

value: The Museum of Surrey is a City of Surrey-operated local history museum in the Cloverdale neighbourhood exploring the region's cultural and natural heritage through permanent galleries and rotating exhibitions. It hosts a dedicated Textile Centre with programs, museum school programs, and community events including Indigenous heritage celebrations and sensory-friendly days. The museum is wheelchair accessible and serves as a substantive cultural stop for cyclists touring Surrey's historic town centre.

days_closed: Mo Tu Su

facet_confidence: high

theme: history

value: Museum of Surrey

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: Museum of Surrey, free admission

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: City museum with permanent galleries and textile centre in Cloverdale.


value: 2827 Main Street, Vancouver, V5T 3G5

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (4 spaces) at 20m; rack (6 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; rack (10 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 42 spaces.

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


label: Brant goose migration & herring spawn

months: February March April

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: Parksville

value: A premier Vancouver Island park where old-growth forest meets 2 km of warm sandy beach, with all campsites a five-minute walk from the water and tide-warmed swimming at high tide; extremely popular in summer and reservations are required.

value: Rathtrevor Beach Campsite

wow_evidence: 2 km of warm sandy beach... tide-warmed swimming at high tide


value: 2319 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6M 2A3

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (7 spaces) at 26m; stands (7 spaces) at 35m; bollard (2 spaces) at 41m; rack (7 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 60m; bollard (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; bollard (2 spaces) at 82m; rack (5 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; bollard (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 54 spaces.

value: Saint Germain Bakery is an award-winning chain founded in 1984 that has trained under pastry chefs from France, Japan, Hong Kong, and Australia, earning multiple Culinary Olympics gold medals. The Kerrisdale location is a standalone street-front shop in a quiet residential neighbourhood, offering cakes, pastries, and baked goods. It is part of a broad BC and Ontario chain, with wholesale supply to major hotels and airlines.

value: Saint Germain Bakery


value: 8104 McKeevers Place, Whistler

community: Whistler

value: Alpine Cafe is a casual all-day dining spot situated 6 km north of Whistler Village, serving the community since 2004 with an eclectic menu of cooked breakfasts, soups, sandwiches, and dinner specials. The cafe is fully licensed with beers and ciders on tap, and also stocks a small range of retail essentials like milk, bread, and eggs. Its location outside the main village gives it a quieter, neighbourhood character that makes it a worthwhile detour for cyclists on the corridor.

value: Alpine Cafe

detail: Menu notes 'sub your eggs for tofu at no extra charge' and includes a Veggie Lover's Benny with sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and potatoes

signal: cuisine=burger

wow_evidence: long-established, full-service cafe 6 km north of Whistler Village offering meals, takeout, and patio seating


value: 1361 East 41st Avenue, Vancouver, V5P 1J8

value: Lucky's Exotic Bodega is a specialty convenience store and bodega on Vancouver's East Side, stocking an eclectic mix of exotic snacks and beverages sourced from around the world alongside streetwear, sneakers, and smoke accessories. It has a strong local following amplified through Instagram (@Luckysbodega) and operates its own e-commerce platform with free local delivery. Touring cyclists passing through the area can resupply on chips, candy, energy drinks, water, and other packaged foods in an distinctly non-chain environment.

value: Lucky's Exotic Bodega

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: specialty convenience store and bodega... strong local following amplified through Instagram


value: 186 Keefer Place, Vancouver, BC V6B 6L4

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 19m; stands (4 spaces) at 42m; wall_loops (6 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Mamalee is an authentic Malaysian restaurant with two Vancouver locations; this downtown Chinatown outpost serves Hainanese chicken, laksa noodle soup, roti canai, and curry beef brisket. The restaurant's roots trace back to founder Betty Lee, who began sharing her Malaysian family recipes on West Broadway in 1991 after immigrating from Kuala Lumpur. Dine-in and takeout are both available with no reservations accepted.

value: Mamalee


value: 1848 Main Street, Unit 101, Penticton, BC

value: Earls is a well-established Canadian casual dining chain offering American-style cuisine with a full bar in a sit-down restaurant setting. The Penticton location is on Main Street and serves both dine-in and takeout customers. It is a solid option for touring cyclists needing a substantial meal with table service in the centre of town.

value: Earls

signal: chain 'earls'


value: 1742 Island Highway

community: Colwood

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: Mile 422 Alaska Highway, V0C 2X0, BC

community: Fort Nelson

value: A private lodge complex at Mile 422 of the Alaska Highway, set on Reflection Lake, offering a restaurant, laundry, and WiFi; the website describes an RV-hookup operation and the OSM name 'Toad River Flats' does not match, so tent-site conditions and the exact campground are uncertain.

value: Toad River Flats Campground

wow_evidence: year-round family-owned...WiFi, laundry...propane, tire repair, gas


community: Nanaimo

value: Petro-Canada


bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 35m; stands at 48m; wall_loops (9 spaces) at 61m; stands at 63m; rack at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands at 92m. Total: 11 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 537 Herald Street, Victoria

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (8 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (12 spaces) at 85m; stands (12 spaces) at 90m. Total: 42 spaces.

value: Union Pacific Coffee Co. is a heritage café established in 2006 inside the historic Hart's Block building along Dragon Alley in Victoria's Chinatown. Revitalized by twins Kelley and Lindsay, it serves specialty coffees sourced from JJ Bean in Vancouver alongside freshly baked in-house pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and a full lunch menu. The laid-back Pacific Northwest ambiance and vibrant heritage setting make it a natural stop for cyclists passing through the city centre.

value: Union Pacific Coffee


value: 779 Burrard Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 38m; stands (3 spaces) at 50m; stands (5 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m. Total: 15 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Nespresso

signal: Nespresso coffee boutique; no description


value: 124-948 McCurdy Rd, Kelowna, BC, Canada

community: Kelowna

value: Freddy's Brewing is an in-house craft brewery and full-service brewpub operating inside the McCurdy Bowling Centre, a large entertainment complex in Kelowna. The brewpub pours over 12 in-house craft beers alongside cocktails, wine, and spirits, paired with an elevated pub food menu spanning breakfast through dinner. A touring cyclist stopping here gets a rare combination of serious craft beer and a lively, spacious venue.

value: Freddy's Brewing

signal: In-house brewpub, elevated pub menu

wow_evidence: in-house craft brewery and full-service brewpub... over 12 in-house craft beers


value: 567 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 2E8

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (5 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (5 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (3 spaces) at 88m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Alouette Bistro is a classic French bistro located inside the Executive Hotel Le Soleil in the heart of downtown Vancouver, blending 18th-century Parisian design with modern BC ingredients. Signature dishes like Duck Cassoulet and Steak Frites honour French tradition while drawing on local flavours. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, and the restaurant also accommodates private dining events.

value: Alouette

signal: upscale-casual French bistro (hotel), cassoulet/steak frites; ~$32-48pp

wow_evidence: dress code explicitly prohibiting athletic apparel, shorts, and athletic sandals


value: 2271 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, V1Y 6H2

value: Happy Slice Pizza is a quick-service pizza-by-the-slice outlet located inside Orchard Park Shopping Centre, Kelowna's largest indoor mall on Harvey Avenue. The mall setting gives cyclists a sheltered place to grab a quick hot meal along one of the city's main commercial corridors. The business was previously branded as Freshslice Pizza, a Canadian chain, and appears to have rebranded at this location.

value: Happy Slice Pizza

signal: chain 'freshslice'


value: 46100 Hicks Road, Boston Bar, V0K 1C0

community: Boston Bar

value: Bear (known on-site as Big Bear Gas Bar / Tuckkwiowhum Gas) is a convenience store and gas station operated by Boston Bar First Nation at the Tuckkwiowhum Village property in the heart of BC's Fraser Canyon, nestled where Anderson Creek meets the Fraser River. The store stocks road-trip staples — snacks, sandwiches, coffee, cool drinks — alongside camping essentials and locally made First Nations carvings, handicrafts, and indigenous products such as healing salves and huckleberry jam. It doubles as the gateway to the adjacent Tuckkwiowhum Heritage Village, making it a culturally distinctive resupply stop for cyclists riding Highway 1 through the canyon.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

value: Big Bear Gas Bar

wow_evidence: operated by Boston Bar First Nation at the Tuckkwiowhum Village property… gateway to the adjacent Tuckkwiowhum Heritage Village


value: 502 East Columbia Street, New Westminster, V3L 1B1

value: Bruncheria is a brunch-focused restaurant in downtown New Westminster with both indoor and outdoor seating. The establishment specializes in morning-to-afternoon brunch service and offers online ordering for convenient takeout. It serves as a casual meal stop for touring cyclists exploring the area.

value: Bruncheria

detail: OSM confirms vegan and vegetarian diet options available

signal: brunch spot; ~$15-22pp


value: 162 Water Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 2M9

value: Pourhouse is a cocktail bar and restaurant in Vancouver's historic Gastown neighbourhood, occupying a 1910 building originally constructed as the Leckie Boot Company, with original Douglas fir ceilings, brick walls, and a 38-foot bar handcrafted from 120-year-old reclaimed Douglas fir. The menu leans into hearty, housemade comfort food using fresh local and seasonal ingredients, paired with an extensive program of classic and modern cocktails with a particular focus on whiskey. Live music is a regular feature, making it a lively stop for cyclists exploring Gastown.

value: Pourhouse

detail: G. Smashroom Burger) and (GF/V) for gluten-free/vegetarian (e.g. Chips & Dip, Truffle Tots)

signal: amenity=pub


value: 2828 Cambie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 32m; stands (4 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; rack (14 spaces) at 99m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: 101 Canada Boba is a Metro Vancouver bubble tea chain founded in 2020, specializing in grab-and-go fruit teas, milk teas, and seasonal specialty drinks made with premium ingredients sourced predominantly from Taiwan. The Cambie Street location is one of six BC stores in a rapidly expanding Canadian brand built around a streamlined, fast-service model. Cyclists passing through the Cambie corridor will find a quick refreshment stop with indoor seating but a strictly beverage-focused menu.

value: 101 BoBA

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: Metro Vancouver bubble tea chain... six BC stores in a rapidly expanding Canadian brand


value: 320 Main Street, Tofino, BC

community: Tofino

value: Tofino Paddler's Inn is a nearly century-old historic harbourfront guest house — the town's original hotel — perched above Tofino Sea Kayaking on the downtown waterfront of Clayoquot Sound. With only five small rooms and shared washrooms and kitchen, the inn cultivates a communal atmosphere for adventurers and kayakers. Guests receive a discount on sea kayaking tours run from the shop directly below.

value: Tofino Paddlers Inn

signal: $150-170 per night; simple shared-facility accommodation

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: 1608 Canyon Street, Creston

community: Creston


value: 1840 Trans-Canada Highway, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0

community: Revelstoke

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: Number 2 Road, Richmond, BC

value: Village Sushi is a small sushi bar in Richmond with a capacity of around 14 seats, situated on Number 2 Road near Richmond's well-developed cycling network. It offers takeout service, making it a potential quick stop for cyclists riding the nearby dyke and greenway trails. The compact, neighbourhood-scale setting is typical of Richmond's local dining spots.

value: Village Sushi

signal: small sushi bar, takeout; ~$15-24pp


value: 4554 Main Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 10m; rack (3 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (7 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; rack (3 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: Breka Bakery & Café is a Vancouver-born family business operating since 2006 with 8 locations across the city, each open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Originally rooted in a German bakery tradition in the Sunset neighbourhood, it has grown into a beloved local institution offering artisan breads, pastries, cakes, sandwiches, and hot beverages. The Main Street location is a reliable stop for touring cyclists at any hour, with a broad menu that includes explicitly labeled vegan and gluten-free items.

value: Breka Bakery & Café

detail: Website has dedicated 'VEGAN' and 'GLUTEN-FREE' (labelled 'gluten friendly') menu sections with multiple explicitly tagged items including wraps, cakes, cookies, and muffins


value: 1000 Lakeshore Dr W, Penticton, BC V2A 1C1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (16 spaces) at 96m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Penticton

value: Salty's Beach House is a full-service waterfront restaurant on the sunny southern shore of Okanagan Lake, serving an eclectic menu that spans fresh seafood, sushi, plant-based bowls, and weekend brunch. The two-level space features an outdoor upper deck and an upstairs event lounge called The Pearl. Its prime spot on Lakeshore Drive puts it directly on one of Penticton's most popular cycling corridors.

value: Salty's Beach House

detail: Menu lists a dedicated 'PLANT-BASED' category; multiple dishes marked 'Ask GA' (gluten aware), e.g. Island Chowder and Scallops Remoulade

signal: waterfront eclectic (typical items $15-25; sirloin $48.75 splurge); ~$20-32pp


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 8m; stands (6 spaces) at 52m; stands (6 spaces) at 67m; stands (6 spaces) at 99m. Total: 26 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: AHA Indian Food Paradise is a Surrey-based Indian restaurant that claims to be the first in the Lower Mainland to serve traditional Hyderabadi Dum Biryani, dosa, and all-day breakfast under one roof. The menu spans tandooris, chaats, parathas, and quality curries prepared with fresh ingredients and aromatic spices. Dine-in and takeout are both available, and the restaurant also offers catering services.

value: AHA Indian Food Paradise

wow_evidence: two-location Indian restaurant chain (the other being in Aldergrove)


community: Silver Star

value: A convenience store in Vernon serving everyday shopping needs. Stocked with basic groceries and general merchandise for quick stops.

value: Lord Aberdeen Market


value: 1809 Canyon Street, Creston

value: Creston Valley Motel — self-described as the 'Clean to the Corners' motel — sits just east of downtown Creston within walking distance of pubs, coffee shops, and restaurants, making it a convenient overnight stop on BC's southern interior routes. The property offers a range of room types from single-bed units to full kitchen suites, a drive-through parking lot that accommodates trailers and RVs, and free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout. Pet-friendly rooms are available on request, and the about page notes walking distance to Creston's hospital for any emergencies.

value: Creston Valley Motel

detail: Website states 'within walking distance from the local pubs, coffee shops and restaurants' and about page reiterates 'Walking distance from local pub'

detail: Room pages state 'Vending machines with drinks are provided on the property'

detail: Front page: 'Extremely fast internet and wi-fi is free for motel guests'; about page: 'High Speed Internet and Wi-Fi in our rooms at no charge'; room pages list 'Free WiFi' in room details

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 4008 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2X8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 89m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Old Xian's Food is a Xi'an-style Chinese restaurant on Vancouver's Cambie Street specialising in hand-pulled belt noodles and traditional dishes such as oil-splashed noodles and roujiamo meat buns. The Cambie location sits directly across from King Edward SkyTrain station and pairs a full-service restaurant with an in-house food mart stocking grab-and-go bowls, bento boxes, sauces, and snacks. The chain has received coverage in Tricity News and Noms Magazine for bringing authentic Northwestern Chinese cuisine to Metro Vancouver.

value: Old Xian's Food Noodle & Mart 老西安面馆

signal: Noodle house with sit-down service; hand-pulled, generous portions; no prices shown


value: 1067C – 7899 Templeton Station Road, Richmond, BC V7B 0B7

community: Richmond

value: BiBo Pizzeria is an authentic Italian restaurant located inside the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet in Richmond, operated by a team of Italian expatriates who have been serving Neapolitan pizza and housemade pasta since 2011. The restaurant sources high-quality ingredients directly from Italian farms and BC producers, including buffalo mozzarella DOP and Cortese Gavi di Gavi wine. It has earned recognition from Gambero Rosso, Italy's prestigious food and wine guide, and holds an Ospitalità Italiana certification.

value: BiBo Pizzeria

signal: Pizzeria with homemade pasta; no prices listed; casual sit-down concept


value: 96 Wellington Road, V0R 2G0

community: Lake Cowichan

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


community: Squamish

value: Boston Pizza

signal: chain 'boston pizza'


value: 5239 Ladner Trunk Rd, Ladner, BC V4K 1W4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 73m; rack at 78m.

community: Delta

value: Ricky's is a Canadian family restaurant chain with over 60 years of history, serving all-day breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a full-service dining room. The Ladner location is a dual-branded Ricky's Famoso facility offering dine-in, takeout, and delivery via Skip the Dishes and UberEats. It sits on Ladner Trunk Road and provides a reliable, family-casual meal stop with a broad menu that includes vegetarian options.

value: Ricky's

detail: Website menu includes diverse options consistent with vegetarian availability

signal: Explicitly positioned as 'value' with breakfast specials; casual pancake house & all-day grill; family-friendly sit-down chain


community: Elephant Crossing

value: San Josef Recreation Area serves as the trailhead base for San Josef Bay within Cape Scott Park, surrounded by old-growth Sitka Spruce and Western Red Cedar at Vancouver Island's remote northwestern tip; access is via logging road with active truck traffic.

value: San Josef Recreation Area


value: Walk-in wilderness campsite at a sweeping white-sand bay on the southern edge of Cape Scott Provincial Park, reached by an easy trail through old-growth Sitka spruce and cedar; the trailhead is at the end of an active logging road with truck traffic.

value: San Josef Bay Campsite

wow_evidence: walk-in wilderness campsite at a sweeping white-sand bay...old-growth Sitka spruce and cedar; Cape Scott Provincial Park, northwestern tip of Vancouver Island


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 77m.

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 2604 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton, BC

value: Swiss Sunset Inn is a motel located on Skaha Lake Road in Penticton, a popular cycling destination in BC's Okanagan region. Positioned near Skaha Lake, it sits along a corridor frequently used by touring cyclists on routes such as the Kettle Valley Rail Trail and Okanagan wine country loops. The motel format typically offers ground-floor rooms and on-site parking, which can be convenient for cyclists with loaded bikes.

google_place_id: ChIJlyAkfJSJglQRYXVfBVUoc-k

value: Swiss Sunset Inn


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

value: Chevron Kiosk


value: 1055 Camp Road, Lake Country, BC V4V 2H4

community: Lake Country

value: Gray Monk Estate Winery is one of British Columbia's pioneering wineries, established in 1972 when founders George and Trudy Heiss planted Canada's first Pinot Gris vines. The estate overlooks Okanagan Lake in Lake Country and features The Lookout Restaurant with lake views, wine tastings, and a shop. Touring cyclists on the Okanagan rail trail or lake loop will find it a scenic and rewarding stop for award-winning cool-climate wines and a sit-down meal.

value: Gray Monk Estate Winery

signal: Pioneering estate winery tasting; Lookout Restaurant, tier tasting casual

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: planted Canada's first Pinot Gris vines


value: 21611 48 Avenue, Langley, BC V3A 3M7

community: Langley

value: Porter's Bistro & Coffee House occupies a heritage building in the Murrayville neighbourhood of Langley that has served the community since 1888, retaining its original floors, fixtures, and cabinetry. The bistro serves hot breakfasts, house-made lunch items, and fresh-baked goods from an on-site bakery each morning. It also hosts a long-running weekly open mic night on Thursdays, making it a lively community landmark that draws both locals and travellers.

value: Porter's Bistro & Coffee House

detail: Menu page states: 'Now Serving A Limited Menu for Dine-in and Takeout.'


value: 26361 Fraser Highway, V4W 2Z7

value: Arby's


value: N Shore Rd, Cowichan Valley, BC V0R 3E1, Canada

community: Caycuse

value: A fee-based Mosaic Forest Management campsite on southern Vancouver Island, likely set in second-growth forest and reached via logging road; website content was unavailable, so details on water, facilities, and road surface are unconfirmed.

value: Little Shaw Campsite

wow_evidence: fee-based Mosaic Forest Management campsite... website content was unavailable, so details on water, facilities, and road surface are unconfirmed


value: 120-12800 Bridgeport Road, Richmond, V6V 0B4

value: White Spot

signal: chain 'white spot'


value: 1520 W. 13TH Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 2G4

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces, covered) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; rack (5 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; rack (4 spaces) at 89m; rack (6 spaces) at 90m. Total: 25 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: The Stable House Bistro is a community-founded wine bar and bistro in Vancouver's South Granville neighbourhood, named to honour the historic stable structures that dotted the area over a century ago. The kitchen centres on seasonal, locally sourced sharing plates built around signature in-house charcuterie boards, while the eclectic wine list is curated by one of BC's top sommeliers with a focus on unpretentious everyday European wines. It is part of a small local restaurant group that also operates Brasserie Coquette and Fiore Famiglia, all within a short distance of each other in the same neighbourhood.

value: The Stable House Bistro

signal: wine bar & bistro, named sommelier, sharing plates; ~$35-50pp

wow_evidence: curated by one of BC's top sommeliers


value: 2145 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 18m; rack (4 spaces) at 31m; bollard (2 spaces) at 64m; bollard (2 spaces) at 67m; bollard (2 spaces) at 80m; bollard (2 spaces) at 87m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Big Way Hot Pot is a growing BC-based chain offering a self-serve individual hot pot experience with over 100 fresh ingredients and more than 18 broths and dry mixes. The Kerrisdale location sits on West 41st Avenue and is part of a network that spans Metro Vancouver and beyond. Diners cook their own selection of premium meats, seafood, and vegetables in flavourful broths ranging from Signature Mala to vegan-friendly Tomato.

value: Big Way Hot Pot

detail: Website menu page explicitly states 'Vegan Option Available' for the Tomato Broth

signal: individual self-serve hot pot chain; ~$25-35pp

wow_evidence: growing BC-based chain... spans Metro Vancouver and beyond


value: 5125 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, V5P 3V1

value: A Sri Lankan specialty supermarket in Vancouver. Serves the local South Asian community and passing cyclists with grocery provisioning, though specific amenities cannot be verified from available sources.

value: JJ Sri Lankan Store


value: 4394 Imperial Street

community: Burnaby

value: Club Salmon is a Japanese restaurant in Vancouver located on Imperial Street. It offers indoor seating in a smoke-free environment.

value: Club Salmon

signal: Japanese restaurant; $15-25/person


value: 1481 Continental Street, Vancouver, V6Z 0G3

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Auto Strada is the Vancouver House osteria of Autostrada, a BC Italian restaurant group offering thoughtful Italian cuisine in a full sit-down setting near the base of downtown Vancouver. The kitchen emphasizes house-made pastas, locally sourced seafood, and classic Italian preparations by a chef with over 20 years of Italian cooking experience. Private dining for up to 68 guests and event catering are also available, making it a viable stop for group cycling tours.

value: Auto Strada

detail: Menu shows multiple vegetarian pasta options including Rigatoni Alla Norma (eggplant, pomodoro, chili, parmigiano) and Bucatini Cacio e Pepe (pecorino, black pepper), plus vegetarian salads and antipasti. No vegan or GF labelling confirmed

signal: Mains $28–40, oyster bar, named chef Lucais Syme, Italian fine dining

wow_evidence: BC Italian restaurant group... two-location Italian restaurant group


category: Transport

source: manual

value: Avis and Budget (same company) have the widest BC coverage of the major chains, including Whistler (Avis) and Tofino (Budget — seasonal, airport only, round-trip rentals only). No bookable location in Nelson or anywhere in the West Kootenays (checked 2026-07-15). Also in Vancouver, North Vancouver, Chilliwack, Nanaimo, Victoria, Kelowna, Vernon, Kamloops, and Cranbrook. SUVs and minivans available. On Vancouver Island and in the Interior, Budget branches are run by an independent licensee (bcbudget.com: Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Parksville, Port Alberni, Campbell River, Port Hardy, Kamloops, Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton, Cranbrook) and one-way rentals between branches are bookable online through budget.ca — verified Port Alberni to Nanaimo, about C$235 per day all-in (2026-07-15). No bike racks for rent; a bike travels inside an SUV or minivan with the seats folded. Confirm vehicle type and the one-way pair when booking.

value: Avis / Budget

origin: transport

subcategory: Car Share / Rental


value: 19880 Langley Bypass, Langley, BC V3A 4Y1

value: Nature's Fare Markets is a BC-based natural and organic grocery chain; the Langley location opened in 2010 as the brand's first lower mainland store. The shop carries certified organic produce, ethically sourced meats and dairy, vitamins, and clean beauty products, all held to strict ingredient standards with over 500 banned additives. An in-store Bistro rounds out the stop with smoothies, made-to-order sandwiches, grab-and-go salads, and specialty espresso drinks.

value: Nature's Fare Markets

detail: In-store Bistro with made-to-order sandwich bar, grab-and-go salads and entrees, smoothies, and specialty hot drinks and espresso beverages

wow_evidence: BC-based natural and organic grocery chain... In-store Bistro rounds out the stop with smoothies, made-to-order sandwiches, grab-and-go salads


value: 2493 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC V8L 1X9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 35m; stands (10 spaces) at 42m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Sidney

value: Sabhai Thai is a family-owned authentic Thai restaurant on Sidney's main commercial strip, open since 2006 and voted #1 ethnic food restaurant in Sidney for multiple consecutive years by the Peninsula News Review Reader's Choice Awards. The menu is made entirely from scratch using traditional Thai recipes and ingredients sourced in part from a family business in Thailand. A second location operates in Langford, but the Sidney spot on Beacon Avenue is the original.

value: Sabhai Thai

detail: Website states 'a variety of dishes to choose from for everyone, including meat, vegetarian, and vegan meals.' Lunch menu includes a dedicated vegetarian Phad Thai (L combo C) and a vegetarian spring roll combo

signal: Main courses $18–23 (lunch/dinner entrees)

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 10330 McDonald Park Road, V8L5X7

community: North Saanich

value: Popeyes Louisiana Chicken is a national fast food chain specializing in Southern-style fried chicken, with this location situated in Sidney, BC on McDonald Park Road near the Saanich Peninsula. For touring cyclists passing through Sidney, it offers a quick, calorie-dense stop in a suburban commercial area. The chain is widely known for its spicy chicken sandwiches and sides.

value: Popeyes Louisiana Chicken

signal: Popeyes chicken chain (confirmed); ~$11-16


value: 6574 Baird Rd #1, Port Renfrew, BC V0S 1K0

community: Port Renfrew

value: Port O'Pierre is a pet-friendly, rustic cottage in Port Renfrew managed by Handsome Dan Enterprises, sleeping up to 4 guests in a queen bedroom and pull-out sofa, with a gas fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor BBQ, and wood-burning fire pit. It sits at the edge of the wild southern tip of Vancouver Island, a 10-minute walk from the Pacific Gateway Marina and surrounded by world-class hiking, kayaking, and storm-watching at Botanical Beach and Avatar Grove. An optional adjacent Bunkhouse can extend capacity to 7 guests, making it a practical base for groups or families on multi-day tours.

value: Port O'Pierre

detail: Tomi's Home Cooking is across the street; The Coastal Kitchen Café and The Renfrew Pub are a 10-minute walk away

detail: General store offering beer, wine, and other essentials approximately 1 km away on Parkinson Road

signal: whole rustic cottage sleeping 4, Port Renfrew; per-unit $150-200

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: No mention of bike storage, bike-handling procedures, laundry, drying areas, e-bike charging, or any other cycling-specific amenities


value: 1271 Salish Rd, Kamloops, BC V2H 1P6, Canada

community: Kamloops Junction

value: Halston Pub & Liquor Store is a combined neighbourhood pub and off-sale liquor retailer in Kamloops, BC. The dual format means touring cyclists can grab a meal or drink on-site and stock up on take-home beverages in one stop. Its commercial building footprint suggests a full-service venue rather than a kiosk or pop-up.

value: Halston Pub & Liquor Store

signal: pub + off-sale liquor, full-service; ~$16-26pp


value: 2100 Oak Drive, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0

community: Revelstoke

value: Coast Hillcrest Hotel is a full-service Coast Hotels chain property in Revelstoke, BC, positioned at the base of the Selkirk and Monashee Mountains within easy reach of Revelstoke Mountain Resort. The hotel features on-site dining at the Begbie Room and Mountain View Terrace, a lounge with fireplace, an indoor and outdoor hot tub, steam room, dry sauna, fitness centre, and an on-site spa. It offers a free seasonal shuttle to the ski hill and is pet-friendly, making it a comfortable recovery base after long days in the mountains.

value: Coast Hillcrest

detail: On-site dining at Begbie Room and Mountain View Terrace; evening drinks at Guides Lounge

signal: Coast full-service hotel, Revelstoke; $160-200

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 2321 James White Blvd, Sidney, BC V8L 3Y2

value: Mariner Pizza is a family-owned and operated pizzeria that has been serving the Sidney and North Saanich communities for over 20 years. The kitchen makes fresh dough daily and a signature homemade pizza sauce, and the restaurant caters to large group orders for events, schools, and sports clubs with 24–48 hours notice. Touring cyclists can order takeout for pickup or have pizza delivered anywhere in the Sidney and North Saanich areas.

value: Mariner pizza

detail: Website states 'Now offering Gluten Free Crust' on the menu page

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 1001 2 St W, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0

value: Alpine Inn & Suites is a newly renovated motel situated in the heart of Revelstoke, within easy walking distance of downtown shops, restaurants, pubs, and cafes, with mountain views visible from every room. The property offers a range of rooms and full kitchen suites, a free-use hot tub and BBQ grill, and a winter shuttle to Revelstoke Mountain Resort. Its central location near Mount Revelstoke National Park and the Columbia River makes it a practical base for cyclists exploring this mountain town.

value: Alpine Inn & Suites

detail: Amenities page lists 'clock with USB charger' as standard in-room equipment in every room

detail: About page: 'Within short walking distance, you can find many shops, restaurants, pubs, cafes & lounges.'

detail: About page states 'there is a very big supermarket within walking distance'; amenities page confirms 'minutes walking to downtown commercial area with grocery store.'

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: free-use hot tub and BBQ grill... central location near Mount Revelstoke National Park


value: 2211 Granville Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; rack (5 spaces) at 71m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Paul's Omelettery is a beloved South Granville breakfast and brunch institution that has been serving comfort food since 2000, earning a loyal following for its crepe-style omelettes, lumberjack pancakes, and eggs Benedict. Owned and run by Dino Arsens, the restaurant occupies a chic yet relaxed space with bench seating and a wood bar, and is steps from Granville Island — a natural stop on Vancouver's seawall cycling corridor. Menu highlights include B.C. free-run egg omelettes, huevos rancheros, and house corned beef hash.

value: Paul's Omelettery

detail: Multiple vegetarian menu items confirmed: Veggie Hash, Avocado Toast, Huevos Rancheros, Porridge, and plain egg dishes. No explicit vegan or GF labelling mentioned

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: beloved South Granville breakfast and brunch institution that has been serving comfort food since 2000, owned and run by Dino Arsens


value: 800 Sutil Point Rd, Mansons Landing, BC V0P 1K0

community: Mansons Landing

value: Cortes Natural Food Co-op is a community-owned cooperative on Cortes Island, one of BC's more remote Gulf Islands accessible only by ferry, and the island's primary grocery hub. Founded in 2004 with over 1,000 member-owners, it runs a full natural food market stocked with local and organic produce, bulk foods, meat, seafood, and household staples alongside an in-house bakery and café. For cyclists touring Cortes, it is the essential resupply stop on the island.

value: Cortes Natural Food Coop

detail: Store stocked with fresh + frozen meat and seafood, dairy + dairy alternatives, seasonal produce, bulk nuts, grains, legumes, coffee, tea, spices, snacks, household staples, wellness products, and supplements

detail: Café serves pizza, soup, baguette sandwiches, wraps, and espresso drinks; website states many items including pizza and soup are made in-house

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: community-owned cooperative...over 1,000 member-owners...island's primary grocery hub


value: 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road

blurb: CVRD community centre serving the Shawnigan Lake area.

community: Shawnigan Lake

value: The Shawnigan Lake Community Centre is a CVRD-operated public facility serving the Shawnigan Lake area of the Cowichan Valley on southern Vancouver Island. It sits at the edge of the Shawnigan Lake community, a popular destination for cyclists riding the Cowichan Valley region. As a regional district community centre, it likely serves as a gathering hub for local recreation and events.

dwell: quick

theme: civic

value: Shawnigan Lake Community Centre

wow_evidence: CVRD public community centre; thin but standard public facility.


value: 6162 Trans-Canada Highway, Malakwa, BC V0E 2J0

community: Taft

value: A four-season resort on the Trans-Canada between Shuswap Lake and Revelstoke, set along the Eagle River with outdoor hot pools (40°C soak to 8°C cold plunge) open every day of the year; tenting and unserviced sites share the grounds with full RV hookups and cabins, so expect a resort atmosphere and fees.

value: Crazy Creek Hot Pools Resort

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 74 Young Road, Clearwater, V0E 1N2

community: Clearwater

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 9780 Willow Street, Chemainus, BC

community: North Cowichan

value: Little Town Pizza is a family-owned pizzeria established in Chemainus in 2018, serving handcrafted pizzas from a menu of 45+ options including specialty pies, pasta, donairs, and wings. In August 2023 it joined the Roberts Street Pizza family, which has served Vancouver Island since 1997. A customer review on the business's own website highlights outdoor seating with large log picnic benches, suggesting a relaxed, casual stop well-suited to cyclists passing through Chemainus.

value: Little Town Pizza

detail: Menu lists several meatless specialty pizzas by name: Euro Veggie (Artichokes, Onions, Tomatoes, Feta, Black Olives), The Red Green (Garlic, Spinach, Broccoli, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Red Peppers, Feta), Pestoganza (Pesto, Mushrooms, Spinach, Artichokes, Red Onions, Feta), California Classic (Pesto, Garlic, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Onions, Zucchini, Pineapple, Parmesan). No explicit GF or vegan labels found on the site

signal: cuisine=pizza

wow_evidence: outdoor seating with large log picnic benches; joined the Roberts Street Pizza family, which has served Vancouver Island since 1997


value: 18585 Porlier Pass Rd, Galiano Island, BC V0N 1P0

community: North Galiano

value: The Pink Geranium is a market, café, and e-bike rental hub at the north end of Galiano Island, reopened in 2021 in a historic building that first housed a beloved island restaurant founded in 1972. The café serves espresso drinks, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, baked goods, and pantry items, making it a natural provisioning stop for cyclists on the island. It also operates as the island's designated e-bike rental point and check-in location for the Bodega Ridge resort properties.

value: Pink Geranium

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'VEGGIE BREAKFAST SANDWICH'; no GF options mentioned on website

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: e-bike rental hub... historic building that first housed a beloved island restaurant founded in 1972


value: #3- 4071 Shelbourne St, Victoria, BC V8N 5Y1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Hot House Pizza is a multi-location BC pizza chain with a Gordon Head outpost on Shelbourne Street in Victoria. The menu covers specialty, chicken, veggie, and classic pizzas in three sizes, with crust choices that include gluten-free and dairy-free options. Online ordering with cart checkout is available, making advance pickup straightforward for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Hot House Pizza

detail: Dedicated 'Veggie Pizzas' menu category; Gluten Free Crust listed as an option; Whole Wheat Thin Crust described as Dairy Free


value: 901 Central Street West, Prince George, BC V2M 3C8

community: Prince George

value: Grama's Inn is a family-owned and operated motel in Prince George, BC that has been in continuous operation for over 50 years. With 60 recently renovated rooms and suites — including pet-friendly rooms, kitchen suites, and accessible rooms — it serves a wide range of travellers from solo visitors to large sports teams and bus tours. An on-site restaurant, guest laundry, and meeting and banquet facilities make it a self-contained base in the city.

value: Grama's Inn

detail: Grama's Kitchen is an on-site restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch daily

detail: Website lists 'Guest Laundry Self Service & Supplies' as an on-site amenity

detail: Website lists 'Ice and Vending Machines' as an on-site amenity


value: 9938-9948 Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3

value: Yan's Garden (潮樓) is a well-established Cantonese restaurant in Burnaby celebrated for its daily push-cart dim sum service, live seafood, and Peking duck. Seating over 180 guests across a large column-free main hall and three private VIP rooms, it has hosted weddings and large banquets and is recommended by locals and visitors as one of the top Chinese restaurants in the area. The restaurant is situated at the busy corner of Lougheed Highway and North Road with ample on-site parking.

value: Yan's Garden

detail: Website features a dedicated 'Pickup/Delivery Order' section; all-day delivery extended to 20 km radius; take-out dine-in menu listed on menus page

signal: Cantonese dim sum & banquet, set dinners many budgets; ~$20-38pp


value: 776 Bay Street

community: Victoria

value: Wendy's

signal: chain 'wendy'


value: 880 21 St NE, Salmon Arm, BC V1E2K9

community: Salmon Arm

value: Famous Yan's Restaurant is a well-established Chinese and Western cuisine destination in Salmon Arm, offering an extensive wok-based menu spanning seafood, noodle, and poultry dishes alongside a popular weekend smorgasbord. The restaurant accepts online orders and reservations, adding convenience for cyclists planning stops along the Okanagan–Shuswap corridor. Its location approximately four minutes from the highway on 21st St NE makes it accessible from major touring routes.

value: Yan's

signal: Chinese/Western, weekend smorgasbord, great price; ~$15-24pp


value: 4485 Eagle Creek Road, Forest Grove, BC V0K 1M0

blurb: Small community library in Forest Grove, east of 100 Mile House.

community: Forest Grove

value: The Forest Grove Branch is a small community library operated by the Cariboo Regional District Library, one of 15 branches spread across the vast Cariboo region of BC's Central Interior. It serves the rural Forest Grove community with physical collections, digital borrowing services, and community event programming. For touring cyclists making their way through this sparsely serviced stretch of interior BC, it is one of the few publicly accessible stops along the route.

days_closed: Mo We Fr Sa Su

value: Forest Grove Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Small rural library branch; ordinary intrinsic delight.


value: 10136 100 Street, Fort St. John, V1J 3Y7

community: Fort St. John

value: European Foods is a supermarket in Fort St. John offering a full range of groceries and supplies. It serves as a practical resupply point for touring cyclists passing through the region.

value: European Foods


value: 2657 Kingsway, V5R 5H4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands at 36m; stands (7 spaces, covered) at 92m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Acharya Daiko Store Ltd. is British Columbia's first Nepali grocery store, established in 2023 on Kingsway in Vancouver. It specializes in authentic Nepali food products — noodles, spices, snacks, dry goods, frozen items — as well as traditional kitchenware and cultural gifts. The store serves both the local Nepali community and anyone curious about South Asian flavours, and also offers online ordering with Metro Vancouver delivery and Canada-wide shipping.

value: Acharya Daiko Store


value: 3030 Saint Johns Street, North Vancouver, BC

community: Port Moody

value: Cit-E Cycles is BC's largest e-bike retailer, founded in 2011 from a single Langley shop and now operating six locations across the province. Their North Vancouver store carries 300+ models from 20+ premium brands spanning urban, cargo, mountain, and touring styles. Touring cyclists will find one of the broadest e-bike selections in Canada, with in-store test rides and dedicated service support.

value: Cit-E Cycles

detail: Contact page lists 'Service & Repairs' as a contact subject option; Cit-E Cycles is a dedicated e-bike specialist retailer with 15 years of experience, with service as a stated business function alongside sales

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: BC's largest e-bike retailer… six locations across the province… dedicated service support


value: 5990 University Boulevard, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 11m; rack at 26m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 43m; rack (28 spaces) at 45m; stands (4 spaces) at 52m; stands (10 spaces) at 88m. Total: 44 spaces.

value: Steve’s Poké Bar

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


community: Quilchena

value: The One Eleven Bar and Grill is the on-site restaurant and bar of the historic Quilchena Hotel, a heritage property tucked into BC's remote Nicola Valley between Merritt and Kamloops. Operating only Thursday through Sunday per OSM, it serves a rural corridor that sees limited dining options, making it a potentially significant resupply point for cyclists crossing the interior plateau. The hotel and its grounds have served travellers since the early 1900s, giving the stop a sense of place beyond a typical roadside meal.

value: One Eleven Bar and Grill

signal: historic hotel bar & grill; ~$20-30pp

wow_evidence: hotel and its grounds have served travellers since the early 1900s...remote Nicola Valley


value: 1944 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 1M5

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; rack (5 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (3 spaces) at 69m; stands (6 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 38 spaces.

value: Fable Kitchen is a farm-to-table sit-down restaurant in Kitsilano's West 4th corridor, open since 2012 and built around locally sourced, seasonal ingredients that change with the menu. Head chef Michael Broadbent leads a team known for creative cuisine paired with a notable cocktail and wine program. The restaurant has been featured in the Michelin Guide Vancouver coverage and multiple Best Brunch lists, making it a noteworthy destination on a popular cycling corridor.

value: Fable

signal: farm-to-table, tasting menu, named chef, wine program; ~$40-60pp


value: 605 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W1L2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 61m.

value: Frank's Honeybun Café is a Yates Street diner that bridges all-day North American breakfast with a full Chinese cuisine menu — wonton soups, udon noodles, stir-fry lunch combos, and more. The broad, eclectic menu makes it a practical refueling stop for cyclists at any time of day. Real fruit smoothies and bubble teas are also on offer alongside the full food menu.

value: Frank's Honeybun Café

detail: Menu legend lists 'vegetarian' as a tagged label; menu includes Vegetarian Combo and multiple Vegetable Egg Foo Young options. No vegan or GF claims confirmed

signal: Breakfast mains $10–23; casual café diner format


value: 2155 Ferry Avenue

value: Real Canadian Superstore


value: 3170 Creekside Way

community: Sun Peaks

value: Capones Italian Kitchen is a seasonal dinner restaurant set within Sun Peaks Resort in BC's Thompson-Okanagan region, offering Italian cuisine alongside a curated selection of BC wines. The restaurant is known for its mountain and village views and caters to both intimate reservations and large group family-style dinners. It operates as a sister property to Cahilty Creek Kitchen & Taproom, also at Sun Peaks.

value: Capones

signal: resort Italian dinner, BC wines; ~$20-32pp


value: 333 Brooksbank Avenue, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: wave (3 spaces, covered) at 71m; wave (3 spaces) at 82m; rack (6 spaces) at 99m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: COBS Bread

signal: chain 'cobs bread'

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 1818 Clearbrook Road, V2T 5X4

blurb: Museum tracing Mennonite history from Anabaptism to Fraser Valley settlement.

community: Abbotsford

value: The Mennonite Heritage Museum preserves and presents 500 years of Mennonite history, from the 16th-century Anabaptist movement through to Mennonite settlement in British Columbia's Fraser Valley. Situated on Agricultural Land Reserve property just south of the Trans-Canada Highway, it operates under agri-tourism designation, giving it a distinctive agricultural-historical character. Visitors can explore permanent exhibits, rotating art shows, a bookstore, and an on-site café.

value: Mennonite Heritage Museum

detail: MHM Cafe listed in site navigation; website states 'Cafe open Tuesday-Friday Weekly' and lists regular cafe hours of Tuesday–Friday

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: small heritage museum; admission/donation under $15

wow_evidence: Museum of 500 years of Mennonite history and Fraser Valley settlement — real collection, regional story.


label: alpine wildflower bloom

months: July August

community: Vermilion Crossing

value: A remote backcountry campsite in the alpine meadows of Mount Assiniboine Park, reachable only by multi-day trail or helicopter; no services, fires prohibited in the core area, and mountain weather turns fast.

value: Mitchell Meadows Campground

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: No roads pass through the park, with trails providing the only land access


value: 6077 Main Street, Oliver, BC

community: Oliver

value: Pappa's Firehall Bistro is a Mediterranean restaurant in Oliver, BC, known for fire-grilled chicken marinated in a citrus-herb blend and slow-cooked ribs. Uniquely, the building's basement houses the Firehall Brewery, whose craft beer flows on tap upstairs alongside estate wines sourced exclusively from Oliver and Osoyoos-area producers. The casual, welcoming atmosphere — with bar stools, tables for groups, and TVs — makes it a natural stop for cyclists passing through the South Okanagan wine country.

value: Pappa's Firehall Bistro

detail: Website menu lists Falafel Salad as a named menu item, confirming at least one vegetarian option

signal: Mediterranean bistro + on-site brewery, won't break bank; ~$18-28pp


value: 1723 Cliffe Avenue, V9N 2K7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 29m; rack at 98m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Courtenay

value: Petro-Canada


value: 4899 Painted Cliff Road, Whistler, V0N 1B4

community: Whistler

value: Blackcomb Springs Suites By Clique is a slopeside all-season resort hotel on Blackcomb Mountain, offering studio, one-, and two-bedroom suites each with a full kitchen, gas fireplace, and private balcony. It is one of Whistler's true ski-in, ski-out locations, placing guests directly on mountain trails within minutes. A free BC Transit bus stops at the front entrance for quick access to Whistler Village restaurants and services.

value: Blackcomb Springs Suites

detail: Amenities page: 'The hotel features app-operated laundry machines on each upper level floor.'

detail: Front page: 'Whistler Village a short 15-minute walk or 5-minute shuttle ride away, you can be close to restaurants and shopping.'

detail: Amenities page: 'Our vending machines are stocked with ice cream, snacks, and drinks. All items are available to purchase 24-hours a day.'

signal: Studio suite from $143.96/night

detail: We are pleased to offer complimentary ski and board valet during the winter season and bike storage year-round.

wow_evidence: year-round bike storage


value: 267 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 95m; lockers (secure) at 97m.

community: Kelowna

value: Okanagan Spirits is Western Canada's original craft distillery, founded in 2004 and crafting internationally awarded spirits from 100% BC grain and fruit. The Kelowna location on Bernard Avenue features a tasting room, cocktail lounge, and patio open to drop-in visitors without a reservation. In 2025 the distillery swept the podium at the World Spirits Awards in Germany, earning the World-Class Distillery designation alongside 11 Gold and 5 Silver medals.

value: Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery

signal: Distillery tasting room + cocktail lounge/patio, drop-in

wow_evidence: Western Canada's original craft distillery; World-Class Distillery designation alongside 11 Gold and 5 Silver medals


value: 20393 Fraser Hwy, Langley City, BC

community: Langley

value: Atlas Steak + Fish is a modern, upscale steakhouse and seafood restaurant operated by Gateway Casinos, situated inside Cascades Casino Langley on Fraser Hwy. The restaurant describes itself as a 'flirtatious and modern twist on the iconic North American steakhouse,' emphasizing premium ingredients, global flavour influences, and engaging table-side service. It is part of a multi-location Canadian chain with BC outposts in Langley, Burnaby, and Kamloops.

value: Atlas Steak + Fish


value: 14108 Highway 16 East, Fort Fraser, BC V0J 1N0

label: rainbow trout & char fishing

months: May June September October

community: Fort Fraser

value: A family-oriented lakeside resort on Fraser Lake, directly off Highway 16 between Prince George and Prince Rupert, with forested and open lake-view tent sites, a shower house, boat launch, and direct waterfront access. Open May 1–October 15; tent sites from $32/night.

value: Piper's Glen Resort


value: 8316 Main Street, Osoyoos, V0H 1V4

community: Osoyoos

value: Gino's Coffee House is a community-focused cafe on Osoyoos's Main Street, centred around a custom Italian-built 'STEAMHAMMER' espresso machine imported by the owners themselves. The cafe sources Fairtrade, organic beans through Spirit Bear Coffee Company, a locally owned First Nations business, and rounds out its menu with sandwiches, soups, and baked goods. Osoyoos is one of the Okanagan's most popular cycling destinations, and the cafe explicitly positions itself as a welcoming stop for visitors and travellers.

value: Gino's Coffee House

wow_evidence: custom Italian-built 'STEAMHAMMER' espresso machine imported by the owners themselves... explicitly positions itself as a welcoming stop for visitors and travellers


value: Topley, BC V0J 2Y0, Canada

community: Wiley

value: A free lakeside recreation site near Topley offering open grassy camping, a designated swimming area, and a concrete boat launch on a lake known for rainbow trout and burbot; a short gravel-road detour off Hwy 16.

value: Sunset Lake Recreation Site

wow_evidence: designated swimming area... lake known for rainbow trout and burbot


community: McLeod Lake

value: A large campground on Carp Lake in northern BC, accessed by gravel road and suited to fishing and flatwater paddling; remote from services with no confirmed facilities beyond basic camping.

value: Kettle Bay Campground


value: 5300 Anderson Way, Vernon, V1T 9V2

community: Vernon

value: Fairfield Inn & Suites is a Marriott-operated mid-range hotel chain with a location in Vernon. The brand is known for consistent service standards and reliable accommodations across its properties. This property represents a familiar, established option for touring cyclists seeking standard overnight lodging.

value: Fairfield Inn & Suites

signal: Genuine Fairfield Inn & Suites (Marriott mid-tier), ~$160-200


community: Victoria

value: On the Run


value: 6201 45th Street, Osoyoos, V0H 1T8

value: Petro-Canada


value: 902 Esquimalt Road, Esquimalt, V9A 3M4

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 24m; rack (3 spaces) at 30m; rack (2 spaces) at 47m; rack (4 spaces) at 86m. Total: 9 spaces.

community: Esquimalt

value: Sarpino's Pizzeria is a franchise pizza chain with a location on Esquimalt Road at the western edge of Greater Victoria. The menu spans classic, gourmet, and signature pizzas alongside pastas, salads, wings, and desserts, with a gluten-free crust upgrade available. The business is takeout- and delivery-focused, making it a quick fuel stop for cyclists moving through Esquimalt.

value: Sarpino's Pizzeria

detail: Gluten-free crust explicitly listed as an add-on option across all pizza sizes

wow_evidence: franchise pizza chain


value: 777 Royal Oak Drive, Victoria, BC V8X 4V1

community: Saanich

value: Romeo's is a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been serving Victoria since 1974, now operating four locations across Vancouver Island. The Broadmead Village location sits in a shopping plaza off Royal Oak Drive and offers a broad menu of handcrafted pizzas, pastas, burgers, and salads with dine-in, takeout, and delivery options. With over 50 years as a community staple and a reputation as one of the island's most-voted best pizza spots, it's a well-established stop for a sit-down meal.

value: Romeo's Pizza

detail: FAQ on website states: 'Do You Have Vegetarian Options? Yes, we offer a variety of options' (text truncated but affirmative)


value: 555 West Hastings Street, V6B 4N6

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (9 spaces) at 20m; rack (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (4 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 23 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Bubble Waffle Cafe is a Hong Kong-style street snack spot specializing in the classic egg waffle alongside curry fish balls, rice noodle rolls, stinky tofu, and a broad fish soup noodle combo with dozens of customizable toppings and noodle types. Located on level -1 of a downtown Vancouver food court (unit FC-04), it offers a dense, flavourful quick stop drawing on Cantonese and broader East Asian street food traditions. A touring cyclist looking for a filling, fast, and affordable Asian-style meal in the heart of Vancouver's downtown will find a wide menu here.

value: Bubble Waffle Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: locations at Aberdeen Centre, Public Market and Public Plaza


value: 1761 Shawnigan Lake-Mill Bay Rd, Shawnigan Lake, BC V0R 2W2

community: Shawnigan Lake

value: Shawnigan House Coffee and Chocolate is a specialty coffee and artisan chocolate shop that has been serving the Shawnigan Lake area since 2000. Located on Shawnigan Lake-Mill Bay Road, it offers globally sourced espresso drinks alongside locally handmade truffles and chocolate bars. The menu features a wide range of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options.

value: Shawnigan House

detail: Menu page labels multiple items as Vegan (e.g., 'Vegan Truffle $3.75 Vegan', 'Box of 12 Truffles … Gluten free'), Vegetarian, and Gluten free throughout the coffee and chocolate sections


value: 2506 Beacon Avenue, Unit 108, Sidney, BC V8L 3R5

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces, covered) at 74m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 92m; rack (5 spaces) at 99m. Total: 21 spaces.

blurb: Small fine-art gallery on Sidney's Beacon Avenue strip.

community: Sidney

value: Red Art Gallery is a free-admission fine art gallery in Sidney, BC, operating out of a unit on Beacon Avenue — the town's main pedestrian-friendly commercial strip. The gallery appears to be associated with artist Marion Evamy based on the website domain. Sidney's compact, walkable downtown makes it a natural stop for cyclists exploring the Saanich Peninsula.

dwell: short

theme: art-culture

value: Red Art Gallery

signal: osm fee=no

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Small single-artist gallery on Beacon Avenue; ordinary gallery 1/1.


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 36m; lockers (secure) at 38m.

value: Bean Scene is a pioneer of third wave coffee in the Okanagan, roasting small-batch, hand-crafted espresso since 2002 using a vintage 12 kg Probat roaster retrofitted with an emission control system. The company operates multiple locations across Kelowna and runs its own wholesale bakery, producing fresh scratch-baked goods daily with local ingredients. Touring cyclists will find a serious, independent coffee culture with baristas trained to international competition standards.

value: Bean scene


value: 2935 Blue Jay Street, Abbotsford

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; wave (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 9 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Otter Co-op is a locally-owned consumer co-operative serving communities across the Fraser Valley and beyond, including Abbotsford. The Abbotsford location operates under the Federated Co-operatives umbrella and offers food, fuel, pharmacy, and liquor services. A 'Highwayman' brand is also listed among its service categories, suggesting a possible dine-in or prepared-food offering.

value: Co-op

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: locally-owned consumer co-operative ... food, fuel, pharmacy, and liquor services


value: 4010 Settle Road, Sorrento, BC V0E 2W0

price_band: premium

community: White Lake

value: A shaded, family-oriented forest campground near Sorrento with a short walk to White Lake; flush washrooms and free showers on site make it a comfortable stop. Tent sites run $50/night, it skews RV-heavy, and the season is May through September only.

value: Woodhaven Campground

wow_evidence: free showers are also available... biking as a guest activity


value: 16576 Fosbery Rd, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z6

community: Summerland

value: Okanagan Crush Pad is a Summerland-based winery producing organic wines under several labels including Haywire, Garnet Valley Ranch, and Free Form. Haywire's modern tasting lounge overlooks Okanagan Lake and Switchback Organic Vineyard, while Garnet Valley Ranch is a 320-acre working farm with lavender fields, vineyards, and a separate visitor centre open by appointment. Both venues host weddings and music events, making them notable destinations on the Okanagan wine-country cycling circuit.

value: Okanagan Crush Pad Winery


value: 5782 Mount Lehman Road, Abbotsford, BC V4X 1V4

value: Singletree Winery is a small, family-operated vineyard in the Mt. Lehman area of Abbotsford, producing VQA wines crafted by second-generation winemaker Andrew Etsell from Fraser Valley grapes. Visitors can choose between guided indoor tastings, outdoor wine flights at fire tables, private Wine Cabanas, or themed Di Vine Domes set in an Enchanted Forest or Canadian Cabin setting. The winery also hosts regular live-music events and is available for weddings, making it a notable destination stop along Fraser Valley cycling routes.

value: Singletree Winery

signal: winery, guided tastings/flights; ~$15-25 (visit)


value: 3660 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, V5K 2A9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 78m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Rumi Rose Tea is a Sufi-inspired tea and coffee café at 3660 East Hastings, offering over 49 custom-blended healing teas alongside signature espresso and Turkish coffee, and voted Vancouver's Best Sufi Coffee & Espresso. The 6,000-square-foot space doubles as a Middle Eastern market stocking halal meats, Turkish and Iranian sweets, spices, and over 400 grocery items — making it an unusually well-stocked stop for a touring cyclist needing more than just a drink. Local pickup and delivery are available, and the shop operates six days a week.

value: Rumi Rose Tea


value: 513 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (4 spaces) at 76m; stands (4 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands at 88m; stands (8 spaces) at 96m; rack at 96m; stands (6 spaces) at 98m. Total: 34 spaces.

value: Ohana Poke is a Hawaiian and Japanese fusion restaurant on Fisgard Street in Victoria's Chinatown district, serving poke bowls and fresh cuisine. The restaurant positions itself around healthy, fresh ingredients drawing on both Hawaiian poke and Japanese culinary traditions. It offers online ordering, making it convenient for cyclists wanting a quick, nutritious stop.

value: Ohana Poke

signal: Hawaiian-Japanese poke bowls; ~$14-17


value: 3843 19th Avenue, Smithers, V0J 2N4

community: Smithers

value: A municipal campground on the banks of the Bulkley River in Smithers, offering an in-town base with straightforward bike access and proximity to local services; specific amenities are unconfirmed from available sources.

value: Riverside Municipal Campground

ownership: Municipal

wow_evidence: municipal campground on the banks of the Bulkley River in Smithers… in-town base with straightforward bike access and proximity to local services


value: 100 - 7911 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, BC V6X 2A4

community: Richmond

value: Cheng Du Street Food is a multi-city Sichuan restaurant chain with locations in Richmond, Toronto, and Montreal, serving authentic Chengdu-style cuisine including bold Sichuan peppercorn dishes and seasonal specials like spicy crayfish. The Richmond location sits on Alderbridge Way in central Richmond. The restaurant's name in Chinese (苍蝇馆子) translates roughly to 'fly restaurant,' a colloquial term in China for beloved no-frills neighbourhood eateries known more for flavour than decor.

value: Cheng Du Street Food

signal: Named 'Street Food'; 苍蝇馆子 is traditional budget-casual eatery term