value: 8700 McKim Way, Richmond

value: Rice Holic is a specialty dessert stall inside the Admiralty Centre Food Court in Richmond, best known for its fresh Mango Mochi — daily hand-picked mangoes individually wrapped in soft, chewy mochi dough and produced in limited quantities each day. The business also operates a second stall at Empire Centre on Number 3 Road. Online pre-order for in-person pickup is the standard way to secure an order.

value: Rice Holic

detail: FAQ states 'All orders must be picked up at our location' — pickup/takeout only, no delivery offered


source: enrichment

value: 1012 Fort Street

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 16m; stands (8 spaces) at 24m; stands (4 spaces) at 40m; stands (10 spaces) at 66m; stands (10 spaces) at 67m; stands (8 spaces) at 98m. Total: 48 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Victoria

value: J&J Wonton Noodle House is a long-running Cantonese and Szechuan restaurant on Fort Street in Victoria, a multi-time 'Best of the City' honoree that emphasizes local ingredients and freshness. A distinctive glassed-in kitchen lets diners watch chefs at work, and the extensive menu ranges from wonton noodle soups to Sichuan specialties. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are well-represented, making it a practical and satisfying stop for cyclists with varied dietary needs.

value: J&J Wonton Noodle House

source: osm

detail: Website states 'A good selection of Gluten-free and vegan-friendly options available' and lists dedicated Vegetarian Menu and Gluten Free Menu PDFs

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

band_key: casual

confidence: high

label: Casual

signal: Noodle house format; soups/mains $14.95–$19.95; sit-down casual dining

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: welcoming

wow_evidence: multi-time 'Best of the City' honoree


category: Groceries

community: Kaslo

value: BC Liquor Store

origin: chain

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Liquor Store

tier: info


value: 1991 Main Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 3m; stands (2 spaces) at 8m; rack (3 spaces) at 41m; rack (4 spaces) at 42m; stands (6 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m. Total: 25 spaces.

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Vancouver

value: Cloud eBikes is a Vancouver e-bike specialty shop on Main Street carrying a curated selection of electric bikes from brands including Royal Dutch Gazelle, Yuba, Aventon, Velotric, and Urban Arrow, alongside a broad range of e-bike parts and accessories. The shop explicitly offers e-bike repair services, making it a meaningful stop for touring cyclists riding electric bikes who need mechanical support. As one of the few dedicated e-bike retailers in the city, it serves both buyers and riders in need of brand-specific parts and service.

value: Cloud eBikes

detail: Dedicated subpage '/pages/ncm-electric-bikes-repair-vancouver' titled 'NCM Electric Bikes Repair Vancouver | CLOUDeBikes Canada' confirms e-bike repair services are offered; site also sells e-bike parts across multiple brands (NCM, ET.Cycle, Himiway, FOO, Bosch, Shimano)

detail: Accessories catalogue includes pannier carriers, front and rear racks, front and rear baskets, bags, locks (U/D, folding, cable, chain, frame, smart), lights, and fenders — all standard touring consumables

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: one of the few dedicated e-bike retailers in the city... repair services are offered


value: 980B Camosun Crescent, Kamloops, V2C 6G2

community: Kamloops

value: Iron Road Brewing is an award-winning craft brewery in Kamloops, BC, founded by two geologists who teamed up with an award-winning brewer to produce a rotating lineup of balanced, flavourful beers. The 60-person, family-friendly taproom is steps from Thompson Rivers University and serves food alongside the house-brewed lineup. Cyclists may catch a live band or watch the brewing process up close.

google_place_id: ChIJyeQoWGAsflMRuhxniJICFpY

value: Iron Road Brewing

signal: amenity=bar

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 6031 Golf Rd, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A3

community: Harrison Hot Springs

value: Earthwise Agassiz is a 58-acre organic teaching farm and environmental education centre situated between Harrison Hot Springs and Agassiz, featuring the Miami River along its eastern boundary, native wetland ecosystems, and a heritage farmhouse and barn dating to circa 1910. Operated by the Earthwise Society, the property hosts CSA programs, a Farm Store, and community food-security initiatives serving the eastern Fraser Valley. Overnight stays and venue rental are also available, making this a genuinely distinctive rural stop for cyclists exploring the Harrison corridor.

value: Earthwise Society

subcategory: Farmers' Market

wow_evidence: 58-acre organic teaching farm and environmental education centre... heritage farmhouse and barn dating to circa 1910


value: 2430 Millstream Road

community: Langford

value: A&W

ownership: Buy Canadian

label: Cheap eats

signal: A&W chain (confirmed); ~$10-14

source: judgement

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 1801 Chilcotin Highway

community: Hagensborg

value: Shop Easy

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 211 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, V1Y 6N2

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

community: Kelowna

value: Earls

signal: chain 'earls'


value: 221 Commercial Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 20m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: Modern Cafe is a brunch-focused restaurant on Commercial Street in downtown Nanaimo, serving dishes like Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl, Smoked Chowder, and Brisket Dip alongside classic brunch fare. The restaurant has outdoor seating and offers online ordering, catering, and reservations, making it a flexible stop for cyclists passing through the city. Its tagline 'Where Past Meets Present, and Every Bite Tells a Story' reflects a casual but deliberate dining experience.

value: Modern Café

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 5124 Ladner Trunk Road

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

community: Delta

value: Dairy Queen

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: Floyd's Diner is a Victoria, BC institution established in 2004, celebrated for its signature challenge dish 'The Mahoney' and generous breakfast and brunch portions. The family-oriented diner has grown to four locations across the greater Victoria area, including James Bay, Langford, Royal Oak, and the Gorge. Touring cyclists will find it a reliable all-day breakfast stop open seven days a week.

value: Floyd's Diner

signal: Diner identity; sit-down family restaurant, no premium pricing signals

wow_evidence: Victoria, BC institution established in 2004... grown to four locations across the greater Victoria area


value: 4540 Number 3 Road, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 64m; rack at 68m; rack at 95m.

community: Richmond

value: Up Tea (上茶) is a bubble tea café tucked inside a retail unit at 4540 Number 3 Road in Richmond. It sits along one of Richmond's main commercial corridors, offering a spot for cyclists to grab a cold or hot tea drink. The café has no outdoor seating according to OSM tagging.

value: Up Tea


value: 542 Campbell Street, Tofino, V0R 2Z0

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 4 spaces.

category: Accommodation

community: Tofino

value: Tofino Motel Harborview is a small, water-view motel in Tofino managed under Island Village Properties, which also offers waterfront condos, cabins, and apartments for short or long-term stays. It sits within walking distance of seafood restaurants, cafes, and boat tour operators in one of Vancouver Island's most celebrated coastal destinations. Cyclists exploring the area have ready access to surfing, hiking, and biking on the beaches of Tofino.

value: Tofino Motel Harborview

detail: Website states property is 'conveniently located with a quick walk to a wide range of world-class seafood restaurants and cafes'

band_key: budget

confidence: medium

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 3045 Highland Blvd, North Vancouver, BC V7R 2X4

blurb: Edgemont Village's neighbourhood library branch.

category: Attractions

community: North Vancouver

value: The Capilano Branch of the North Vancouver District Public Library is a community cornerstone located in the heart of Edgemont Village, offering a reading area, children's and teen sections, a quiet study room, and public computer workstations. Uniquely, the NVDPL system lists E-Cargo Bikes among its borrowable items, making this library system of direct interest to cycling-curious visitors. Free Wi-Fi and an accessible central location make it a practical stop for touring cyclists passing through North Vancouver's residential hillside neighbourhoods.

value: Capilano Library Branch

ownership: Public

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 9001 Valley Dr, Squamish, BC V8B 0B5

community: Squamish

value: Squamish Valley Gas Bar is a fuel station and convenience stop operated by Nch'ḵay̓ Development Corporation, the business arm of the Squamish Nation, located on Valley Drive in Squamish. It is one of several Nation-owned enterprises under the 'Fueling Our Future' mandate. For touring cyclists on the Sea-to-Sky corridor, it serves as a practical roadside stop near the Squamish River watershed.

value: Squamish Valley Gas Bar

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 990 Seymour Street, Vancouver, V6B 3L9

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (7 spaces) at 8m; stands (5 spaces) at 15m; stands (1 space) at 28m; stands (1 space) at 28m; stands (1 space) at 34m; stands (8 spaces) at 60m; stands (7 spaces) at 73m; stands (5 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 37 spaces.

value: Nesters Market Yaletown is a full-service neighbourhood grocery store in Vancouver's Yaletown district, part of a BC-born chain founded in Whistler in 1987 and now operated by the Pattison Food Group. The chain built its identity around local, organic, natural, and specialty products not typically found at larger chains, and the Yaletown location — the brand's second store, opened in 2003 — sits in a dense, walkable urban neighbourhood well-positioned for urban bike tourists. In-store services include a bakery, deli and bistro, pharmacy, and health and wellness department.

value: Nesters Market

detail: Website lists 'Deli & Bistro' as an in-store service

wow_evidence: BC-born chain founded in Whistler in 1987… Deli & Bistro, In-Store Bakery, Fresh Produce, and Natural & Organic


value: A110-20678 Willoughby Town Centre Dr, Langley, BC V2Y 0L7

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 33m; stands (6 spaces) at 42m; stands (4 spaces) at 69m; bollard (2 spaces) at 70m; rack (7 spaces) at 80m; stands (6 spaces) at 82m; rack (5 spaces) at 90m; bollard (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 36 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Town Centre Liquor Store is a large independent liquor retailer located in the Willoughby Town Centre shopping complex in Langley. It carries an extensive range of beer, wine, and spirits, and is notable for a massive walk-in cold beer fridge stocked with domestic, imported, and craft brews. A convenient stop for touring cyclists looking to pick up beverages after a ride through the Langley area.

value: Town Centre Liquor Store


category: Transport

source: manual

value: Qaya Way West Transportation, a Homalco First Nation-owned operator based in Campbell River, runs two scheduled water taxi routes through the Discovery Islands: a southern run to Savary Island (Mon 10am / Fri 5pm, June 26–September 7, 2026) and a year-round northern run through the Discovery Islands and mainland inlets (Mon 9am / Fri 12pm, plus a seasonal Wednesday sailing). The online booking form asks whether you're bringing bikes or kayaks, so bikes are clearly accepted, but no fee or size limit is published — call ahead to confirm.

value: Qaya Way West Transportation

origin: transport

subcategory: Ferry


value: 837 West Hastings Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (10 spaces) at 61m; stands (10 spaces) at 63m; rack (9 spaces) at 64m; stands (8 spaces) at 83m; stands (16 spaces, covered) at 95m. Total: 63 spaces.

value: The Auberge Vancouver Hotel occupies the historic Terminal City Tower in downtown Vancouver, rising above Burrard Inlet with sweeping views of the harbour and North Shore mountains. It is a full-service luxury property featuring a 25-metre indoor pool, fitness centre, squash courts, saunas, and steam rooms, positioned steps from the Canada Place seawall and cycling paths leading toward Stanley Park. Touring cyclists will find the central location convenient to Vancouver's main waterfront cycling corridors and the historic streets of Gastown.

value: Auberge Hotel Vancouver

detail: Website lists 'Area Dining' as a hotel feature and the Gastown attractions subpage names multiple nearby restaurants within walking distance, including Cork & Fin, L'Abbattoir, Meat & Bread, and others

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Luxury downtown waterfront location, full-service amenities (pool, spa, multiple suites)


value: 285 Donald Rd, Williams Lake, V2G 4K4

community: Williams Lake

value: Coast Fraser Inn is a full-service chain hotel in Williams Lake operated by Coast Hotels, offering comfortable rooms with mountain views and a free hot breakfast each morning. An on-site Boston Pizza provides a reliable evening meal option after a long day in the saddle, and the hotel is conveniently located about 10 minutes from Williams Lake Regional Airport. It is a solid base for exploring the Cariboo region, with a hot tub and fitness centre available for recovery.

value: Coast Fraser Inn

detail: Boston Pizza on-site; website states 'In the afternoon and evening, satisfy your appetite with a delicious meal at Boston Pizza.'

signal: chain 'coast hotel'


value: 129-4340 Lorimer Road, Whistler, BC V8E 1A5

community: Whistler

value: Tacos La Cantina is an authentic Mexican taqueria founded by Whistler local Pepe Barajas, with its flagship location in the Village Marketplace. The menu centres on fresh tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and legendary margaritas made daily, with a strong lineup of gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian choices. A lively, casual atmosphere and quick-service format make it a practical and satisfying stop for hungry cyclists passing through the Village.

value: La Cantina

detail: Website explicitly advertises 'Pickup only from 129-4340 LORIMER ROAD' with online ordering available

detail: Website states 'featuring plenty of gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian choices'; menu lists vegan chili beans, cauliflower, and other plant-based taco options explicitly labelled vegan

signal: Explicit taqueria with sit-down service; casual items (tacos, burritos, quesadillas)


value: 4866 Delta Street, Ladner, BC V4K 2T8

community: Ladner

value: Il Posto is a rustic Italian restaurant in the heart of historic Ladner village, helmed by award-winning chef Terry Pichor — a two-time Gold Medal Plates regional champion and former executive chef of the acclaimed Relais & Châteaux property Sonora Resort. The kitchen focuses on sharing-style Italian food built around fresh, locally sourced ingredients, giving the spot a neighbourhood warmth that has made it popular with both locals and visitors. Cyclists passing through Ladner's compact village core will find a sit-down lunch, brunch, and dinner option with reservations available online.

value: Il Posto

signal: Italian, chef ex-Relais&Chateaux/Gold Medal Plates, sharing-style; ~$40-60pp


value: Barn Nork Aharn Thai is a small, well-loved Thai restaurant in Whistler running a busy made-to-order kitchen with only four dine-in tables and a strong takeout focus. The menu features house-made dishes such as crispy chive cakes, green papaya salad, and a family-recipe grilled chicken, with a clear emphasis on fresh, authentic preparation. Cyclists looking for a flavourful post-ride meal will find genuine Thai cooking with vegan and gluten-free options available.

value: Barn Nork Aharn Thai

detail: Menu explicitly labels 'Deep Fried Tofu / TAI HOO TOD (Vegan)' and marks Uncle B's Grilled Chicken, Chicken Skewer, and Green Papaya Salad as '(Gluten Free)'

signal: Visible mains/large dishes $17–19.50: Uncle B's grilled chicken $17, salads and specialty dishes $16–19.50

wow_evidence: small, well-loved Thai restaurant in Whistler... only four dine-in tables


value: 3463 Dunbar Street

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 16m; rack (5 spaces) at 38m; stands (3 spaces) at 40m; rack (5 spaces) at 44m; stands (1 space, covered) at 62m; stands (1 space) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (1 space) at 67m; stands (1 space, covered) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (1 space) at 74m; stands (4 spaces) at 82m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: Tim Hortons (confirmed); ~$6-12


value: 34515 Old Yale Road, Abbotsford, V2S 8G2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 57m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Esso


value: 1593 Cache Cl, Golden, BC V0A 1H0

community: Kicking Horse

value: Winston Lodge is an intimate 11-room boutique lodge situated steps from Kicking Horse Mountain Resort and 13 km from Golden, BC, making it a natural base for mountain bikers, hikers, and ski tourers exploring the Canadian Rockies. The property features a dedicated equipment room for bikes, ski storage, and a boot dryer, alongside a barrel sauna and hot tub for post-ride recovery. Guests describe attentive, knowledgeable hosts and a cozy common area with a floor-to-ceiling fireplace — the kind of place a touring cyclist remembers.

value: Winston Lodge

detail: Equipment room includes a boot dryer; website states 'Never have wet boots or gloves again.' Directly useful for cycling footwear and gloves

detail: Lodge is 'just steps from the renowned Kicking Horse Mountain Resort'; guest review notes 'So close to Kicking Horse for coffee, breakfast and dinner.' Lodge also maintains an F&B recommendations page for restaurants in and around Golden

signal: Self-described luxury boutique; sauna, hot tub, jetted tub, heated floors; premium mountain resort location

detail: Dedicated equipment room described on the /facilities page: 'brand new room with ski storage, bikes for the summer, boot dryer and enough space for your gloves.' Room is separate from guest areas; no mention of locking mechanism but it is a staff-managed, enclosed dedicated storage space

tier: accredited


value: 3280 Edgemont Boulevard, North Vancouver, BC V7R 2P2

value: Bufala Edgemont is a Napolitana-style pizzeria and full-service Italian restaurant situated in Edgemont Village on the North Shore, just minutes from Grouse Mountain and the Capilano Suspension Bridge. The kitchen fires scratch-made pizzas in an 800-degree stone oven and rounds out the menu with Italian-inspired small plates, pasta, and desserts alongside cocktails, wines, and craft beers. The restaurant earned Best New Restaurant 2020 and is a popular stop for visitors to the North Shore mountains.

value: Bufala

signal: Napolitana pizzeria + Italian, mains $15-25; ~$20-30pp

wow_evidence: earned Best New Restaurant 2020... multi-location Italian pizzeria


value: 530 Robson Street, Vancouver, V6B 2B7

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (4 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (4 spaces) at 46m; stands (4 spaces) at 57m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (8 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (5 spaces) at 96m. Total: 41 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Japadog is a Vancouver culinary icon that fuses Japanese flavors with the North American hot dog, serving specialty sausages topped with ingredients like teriyaki sauce, oroshi daikon, and yakisoba noodles. The Robson Street location sits in the heart of downtown Vancouver and has earned an international following and celebrity endorsements for its creative fusion concept. The extensive menu also spans Japanese sides, desserts, and drinks, making it a memorable quick-stop for cyclists passing through the city core.

value: Japadog

detail: Website menu lists a dedicated 'VEGGIE HOT DOGS' section with multiple vegan items including 'Vegan Avocado & Cheez' and 'Vegan Tomato & Cheez'. No gluten-free options confirmed

wow_evidence: Vancouver culinary icon... international following and celebrity endorsements


value: 1168 Hamilton Street, Yaletown, Vancouver BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 68m; stands (3 spaces) at 70m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: The Flying Pig is a West Coast farm-to-table restaurant in Vancouver's Yaletown neighbourhood, operating since 2011 with a menu built around locally sourced BC seafood (steelhead trout, ling cod, wild coho salmon), meats, and seasonal produce. Named for the idea of making the impossible happen, the restaurant cultivates a convivial, family-style atmosphere drawing on the diversity of fresh coastal ingredients. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, and the location is wheelchair accessible.

value: The Flying Pig

signal: Appetizers $13–19 suggest casual sit-down pricing


community: Victoria

source: llm-examine

value: Yellow Cab of Victoria is an on-demand taxi service operating 24/7 across Greater Victoria and Vancouver Island, with a fleet of 190+ vehicles including minivans and vans. No bike policy is stated on the website.

value: Yellow Cab Of Victoria

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail


value: 4567 Lougheed Highway, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 98m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Chatime is a global bubble tea franchise with over 1,300 outlets worldwide, specialising in milk teas, fruit teas, boba smoothies, and cold-brew beverages. This location sits on the second floor of a building along Lougheed Highway, offering indoor seating and takeout for riders looking for a cold or warm drink. The brand's extensive menu includes both dairy and dairy-free drink options.

value: Chatime

detail: Website drinks menu includes a 'Dairy free' filter, confirming dairy-free drink options are available as a brand standard; most tea-based beverages are vegetarian by default


value: 30720 Fraser Highway, V2T 0E2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: wave (3 spaces) at 28m; wave (3 spaces) at 66m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: A 24/7 McDonald's location at Mt. Lehman Crossing in Abbotsford, opened in late 2023. It offers Drive-Thru, Curbside, and McDelivery service, making it a convenient all-hours stop for cyclists on Fraser Highway. Free Wi-Fi and onsite washrooms add practical value for those on longer tours.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'

wow_evidence: 24/7 McDonald's location


value: 500 Oswego St, Victoria BC V8V 5C1

value: The Aegir Room is a hip, full-service restaurant situated within the Oswego Hotel in Victoria's James Bay neighbourhood, serving the local community as well as hotel guests. The menu leans toward fresh Pacific seafood with a notable happy hour, and the kitchen offers a broad range of options including gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan dishes. Weekly themed nights — Prime Rib Sundays with live music, Burger & Beer Wednesdays, and Pasta Thursdays — give touring cyclists a reason to time a visit.

value: Aegir Room

detail: Happy hour menu notes 'All of our fryer items are gluten-free' and lists individual dishes tagged GF, DF, and 'Vegan Available' (e.g. Aegir Chicken Bites with crispy tofu option)

signal: hotel Pacific seafood, happy-hour apps $18-19, mains ~$30-45; ~$32-48pp


community: White Rock

value: Uptown Pizza is a sit-down pizza and Italian restaurant offering an unusually broad menu spanning classic and specialty pizzas, stuffed pastas, seafood dishes, wings, burgers, and more. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating and accepts online orders for pickup and delivery. Its extensive menu makes it a substantial refuelling stop for cyclists seeking a full meal rather than a quick snack.

value: Uptown Pizza

detail: Website menu includes a dedicated 'Vegetarian Pizza' section and vegetarian appetizer options such as Veg Root Medley and Zucchini Sticks

wow_evidence: sit-down pizza and Italian restaurant... indoor and outdoor seating


value: Unit 640, 5300 Number 3 Road, Richmond, BC V6X 2X9

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

value: Langley Farm Market is a Metro Vancouver chain specializing in freshly picked local produce, working directly with BC farms to stock everything from Okanagan fruit to organic Metro Vancouver vegetables. The Richmond location sits inside Lansdowne Centre and also carries natural and organic groceries, in-store baked goods, fresh meat, deli cold cuts, and chilled seafood. It won the 2025 Vancouver Consumer Choice Award for Best Fruit & Vegetable Market, making it a well-regarded stop for cyclists seeking quality fresh food.

value: Langley Farm Market


value: 3599 Commercial Street, Vancouver, BC V5N 4E8

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 11m; rack (3 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; wall_loops (8 spaces) at 85m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Commercial Street Cafe is an independent coffee shop in Vancouver's Cedar Cottage neighbourhood, housed in the heritage Gow Block building on historic Commercial Street just minutes from Trout Lake. Opened in 2012 by long-time neighbourhood residents, it has become a community staple serving Timbertrain espresso alongside a wide range of largely house-baked goods. Its unpretentious, welcoming character and proximity to Trout Lake make it a natural refuelling stop for cyclists exploring the area.

value: Commercial Street Cafe

detail: Menu labels multiple items as Vegetarian (e.g. Florentine Breakfast Sandwich, Burrito, Mushroom Flatbread), Vegan (e.g. Lemon Coconut Cranberry Muffin, Peanut Butter Date Ball), and Gluten free (e.g. Chocolate Zucchini Loaf, Peanut Butter Date Ball)

wow_evidence: housed in the heritage Gow Block building... Opened in 2012 by long-time neighbourhood residents, it has become a community staple


value: 111 Park Street, Burns Lake, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 73m.

bike_access: easy

character: destination

energy: active

kid_friendly: yes

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Burns Lake

source: camping

value: Free municipal campground right on Burns Lake in the town centre, with swimming, a 24/7 kayak rental shack, and two lakeside restaurants steps away; no hookups on-site and paid showers at the nearby Lakeside Multiplex are the main catches.

value: Burns Lake Municipal Campground

ownership: Municipal

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: Free municipal campground right on Burns Lake... with swimming, a 24/7 kayak rental shack, and two lakeside restaurants steps away


value: 4376 Fraser Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 4G3

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 14m; rack at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Masayoshi is a Michelin-starred, 24-seat omakase sushi restaurant in Vancouver's Fraserhood neighbourhood, led by Chef Masayoshi Baba who trained in Japan before spending a decade at Tojo's. The experience is hyper-seasonal and fully bespoke, with guests seated at a sushi bar or dining tables for an approximately 20-course progression of appetizers and nigiri. Reservations are mandatory and must be secured through Tock with a credit card.

value: Masayoshi

label: Fine dining

signal: Omakase $245–260/person, Michelin-starred, prix-fixe 20-course


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 95m; stands (12 spaces) at 95m; stands (32 spaces) at 98m. Total: 50 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Prado Cafe, now trading as Prado Coffee, is a specialty coffee brand founded by Sammy Piccolo, a four-time Canadian Barista Champion who has represented Canada at the World Barista Championships. Starting as a single shop on Commercial Drive focused on quality espresso and neighbourhood hospitality, the brand has grown to multiple locations across Vancouver and Burnaby. The company roasts its own blends, ranging from approachable everyday espresso to seasonal single-origin offerings.

value: Prado Coffee

wow_evidence: specific OSM location not currently operational; location may be closed or never existed


value: 3393 Kingsway

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (7 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 23 spaces.

value: Fresh Legend by Eliza Sweet is a restaurant offering Chinese, Taiwanese, Vietnamese, dessert, sandwich, and coffee options on Kingsway in Vancouver. The establishment features no outdoor seating but provides diverse cuisine options for cyclists seeking a meal stop.

value: Fresh Legend by Eliza Sweet

signal: cuisine=sandwich


value: Okanagan-Similkameen G, BC V0X 1K0, Canada

bike_access: hard

community: Keremeos

value: Quiniscoe Lake Campground

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


community: Vernon

value: Kelly O'Bryan's

signal: Kelly O'Bryan's pub-restaurant; ~$18-28pp


value: 9055 University High St #107, Burnaby, BC V5A 0E3, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 10m; stands (4 spaces) at 22m; stands (4 spaces) at 24m; stands (3 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (3 spaces) at 65m; rack (2 spaces, covered) at 67m; rack (2 spaces, covered) at 69m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Togo Sushi

signal: Togo Sushi quick-service chain; under $15


value: 6191 Savona Access Rd, Savona, BC V0K 2J0, Canada

character: pleasant

energy: neutral

kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

washroom_type: flush

community: Savona

value: A 44-site BC Parks front-country campground in the Okanagan & Thompson region with a well-appointed amenity set including showers, potable water, and e-bike charging; the site operates seasonally, with gates potentially open off-season but no services or fees outside the main window.

value: Steelhead Provincial Campground

ownership: Provincial park


value: 199 Fraser St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5C1

community: Nanaimo

value: Mrs. Riches is a long-running family restaurant in downtown Nanaimo, serving an eclectic mix of Canadian, Continental, Asian, Spanish, Tex-Mex, and South Western fare made from fresh ingredients for over 30 years. The kitchen is helmed by Chef Pierre and the restaurant is locally famous for the K2 Mountain Burger — two pounds of prime beef with the works — which is free if you finish it and the fries in 30 minutes. The restaurant has been featured on the Food Network and also offers full catering services for events.

value: Mrs. Riches Restaurant

detail: Menu page includes a dedicated 'GLUTEN FREE MEALS' section and lists a 'VEGAN TOFU BUDDA BOWL' as a menu item

signal: Main entrees $20-25 (Vegan Buddha Bowl $24.99); casual family restaurant; novelty burger focus

wow_evidence: featured on the Food Network...over 30 years


bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands at 35m; stands (4 spaces) at 42m; stands at 45m; stands at 76m; stands at 95m; stands at 95m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 555 North Road, Coquitlam, BC

community: Coquitlam

value: Euro Food Tri-City is a specialty European grocery and deli in Coquitlam, stocking an extensive range of Eastern European imports including cured meats, aged cheeses, herring, pierogies, pelmeni, preserves, and a vast confectionery selection from Russia, Ukraine, Poland, and beyond. In-store, freshly made hot soups, salads, pastries, and coffee are available daily. The shop also operates as an official Meest parcel agency for shipments to Eastern Europe.

value: Euro Food Tri City

detail: About page states: 'In the store you can always enjoy a hot daily soup, salads, cup of tea or coffee, freshly backed European pastry.'


value: Central Kootenay, BC V1L 6A2, Canada

label: Kokanee salmon spawn

season: all

community: Mountain Station

value: A creek-side RV park in a valley 5 minutes south of Nelson, with showers and flush toilets on-site and easy access to mountain biking, hiking, and the west arm of Kootenay Lake. No sani-dump on-site; road surface not specified but location implies paved access.

value: Cool Waters RV Park


value: #1118-3779 Sexsmith Rd, Richmond BC, V6X 3Z9

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 49m; rack at 78m; rack at 86m; rack at 93m.

community: Richmond

value: Yuu Japanese Tapas is a contemporary Japanese restaurant in Richmond serving mini hotpots, okonomiyaki, donburi, and signature ramen made from a scratch broth prepared daily by the head chef. The restaurant offers a family-friendly dine-in atmosphere alongside takeout and delivery, with a kids menu and party tray catering options rounding out a broad menu. It has been featured in local press and positions itself as a destination for quality Japanese cuisine in Richmond's Sexsmith Road area.

value: Yuu Japanese Tapas

wow_evidence: featured in local press


value: 9775 First Street, Sidney, BC V8L 3E1

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 35m; rack (8 spaces) at 52m; stands (5 spaces) at 84m; rack (4 spaces) at 87m. Total: 22 spaces.

community: Sidney

value: A family-owned waterfront hotel in Sidney, BC, operating since 1963 and situated at the foot of Beacon Avenue with direct beach access — the only hotel on Southern Vancouver Island with that distinction. Cyclists will find dedicated secure bike storage with e-bike charging, on-site laundry, and complimentary continental breakfast included with every room. The property sits close to the Sidney ferry terminal and is surrounded by shops, restaurants, and ocean-discovery attractions.

value: Sidney Waterfront Inn & Suites

detail: Front page and amenities page explicitly state 'Secure Bike Storage with EV Bike Charging Capabilities.'

detail: Amenities page states 'On-site complimentary washer and dryer. Laundry soap available for purchase at front desk.'

detail: Website lists 'Riva Sidney – Restaurant' under Local Amenities

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Waterfront location, two room tiers with amenities (soaker tubs, kitchenettes), included breakfast and parking

detail: Website amenities page lists 'Secure Bike Storage with EV Bike Charging Capabilities' under SWI&S Amenities, with a note 'see below for more information' indicating a defined storage arrangement

wow_evidence: Secure Bike Storage with EV Bike Charging Capabilities ... family-owned waterfront hotel operating since 1963 ... only hotel on Southern Vancouver Island with that distinction


value: 13741 Dome Creek Road, V0J1H0

blurb: Tiny reading room in a former schoolhouse at Dome Creek on Highway 16.

community: Dome Creek

value: A tiny rural reading room in Dome Creek, housed in a former public school alongside the Dome Creek Community Association. It offers books, DVDs, magazines, internet access, and community programs like a book club and children's events. For a touring cyclist on the remote Yellowhead Highway corridor, it's one of the few public indoor spaces between McBride and Prince George.

days_closed: Mo Tu We Su

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

facet_confidence: high

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: M&DPL: Lena Schultz Reading Room (LSRR)

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Tiny rural reading room in a former school; ordinary library band.


value: 113-864 Pembroke St, Victoria, BC V8T 1H9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (16 spaces, covered) at 86m. Total: 16 spaces.

value: Vegas Convenience Store is a neighbourhood convenience shop located in Victoria, BC. For touring cyclists, it represents a potential quick resupply stop in the city. Very limited public information is available about its specific offerings or facilities.

value: Vegas Convenience Store


value: 2154 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (3 spaces) at 30m; stands (6 spaces) at 32m; rack (5 spaces) at 56m; rack (18 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; rack (5 spaces) at 67m; rack (5 spaces) at 82m; rack (5 spaces) at 89m. Total: 51 spaces.

value: Body Energy Club is a Vancouver-born health food and supplement chain founded in 2002, now with multiple Lower Mainland locations and an extensive online store. The West 4th Avenue shop sits on one of Vancouver's busiest cycling corridors and carries sports supplements, electrolytes, energy gels, protein bars, and vitamins alongside a full smoothie and bowl bar. Touring cyclists can resupply on ride fuel and recovery nutrition or grab a freshly made smoothie or healthy to-go meal.

value: Body Energy Club

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food

wow_evidence: multiple Lower Mainland locations… sports supplements, electrolytes, energy gels, protein bars… smoothie and bowl bar


value: 2023 Centennial Way, Squamish, British Columbia V8B 0A9, Canada

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

washroom_type: pit

community: Squamish

value: A rustic non-profit campground on Squamish's edge near the Mamquam River, serving climbers, cyclists, and paddlers at very affordable rates; no water on site (bring your own — potable water is 600 m away), outhouses only, and strong afternoon winds make it a genuine hazard for tents.

value: Mamquam River Campground

wow_evidence: cyclists listed as a primary guest group... free phone charging stations in lockers


value: 3450 Skaha Lake Rd, Yorkton Plaza, Penticton, BC

community: Penticton

value: Skaha Pizza is a stone-baked, artisan thin-crust pizza spot located a few blocks from Skaha Lake in Penticton's Yorkton Plaza. Owner Kyra King, a baker by trade who relocated from Winnipeg, took over this well-loved local restaurant and brings careful attention to dough and fresh ingredients. Cyclists passing through the Skaha Lake corridor will find a broad menu of classic and specialty pizzas, including dedicated vegetarian and vegan options.

value: Skaha Pizza

detail: Four dedicated vegetarian pizzas listed (Spinach & Feta, More Than Margherita, All Greek To Me, All Veggies Balsamic); Skaha Sweet Heat explicitly offers a vegan version with plant-based cheese at no extra charge. No gluten-free option mentioned

signal: cuisine=pizza

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: Owner Kyra King, a baker by trade


value: 2301 Ontario Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 2X5

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 7m; rack (6 spaces) at 8m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Elysian Coffee Roasters is a Vancouver-based specialty coffee company that sources, roasts, and serves its own beans across four neighbourhood cafés. The Mount Pleasant location at 7th & Ontario sits in a cycling-friendly district and offers both indoor and outdoor seating in a wheelchair-accessible space. The roastery's founding philosophy — consistently good coffee made by happy, well-led staff — has expanded into a subscription service and online shop alongside the in-person café experience.

value: Elysian Coffee Roasters

signal: amenity=cafe


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 17m; rack (3 spaces) at 19m; rack (3 spaces) at 19m; rack (3 spaces) at 82m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: Chilko Newton Road, BC, Canada

community: Xeni

value: Chilko Lake Lodge is a remote wilderness retreat on the shores of Chilko Lake in BC's Chilcotin, offering privately appointed lakeside and riverside cabins, guided activities such as horseback riding, kayaking, fly fishing, and ATV tours, plus on-site dining featuring locally inspired cuisine. The lodge caters to exclusive-use holidays, corporate retreats, and family gatherings, set against towering mountains and turquoise glacial waters. Its River's Edge cabin alone sleeps up to eight guests, giving it capacity for larger cycling groups venturing deep into the Chilcotin.

value: Chilko Lake Lodge

signal: remote Chilko Lake cabins with curated dining/activities; $250-350+, packages higher


value: New York Fries


value: 1040 Moss Street, Victoria, BC V8V 4P1

blurb: BC's largest public art collection, anchored by an 1889 mansion.

value: The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is anchored by a striking 1889 Victorian mansion alongside seven modern galleries, holding the largest public art collection in British Columbia — over 22,000 works — including the most significant collection of Asian art in Western Canada. Founded in 1951 when the Spencer Mansion was donated to the city, the AGGV is a genuine landmark in Victoria's Rockland neighbourhood and a draw for visitors from across the island and beyond. Cyclists will find it a culturally rich stop, with free admission days and a coat-room locker area where large bags can be safely stored.

dwell: half

planning: check-ahead

theme: art-culture

value: Art Gallery of Greater Victoria

detail: Free lockers with keys in the coat room available to all visitors for storing personal belongings while browsing the Gallery. Note: bags larger than 12″ × 12″ × 9″ are prohibited in exhibition spaces (except medical/first aid), so cyclists with large panniers would need to use these lockers

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: Admission $15 stated on visit page

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Largest public art collection in BC (22,000+ works), most significant Asian collection in western Canada, 1889 Spencer Mansion — provincial-tier gallery; a notch below MOA's delight.


value: 3040 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; rack (5 spaces) at 46m; rack (3 spaces) at 47m; rack (5 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; rack (7 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 42 spaces.

value: Just Another is a cafe located on West Broadway in Vancouver's Kitsilano area. Situated along a well-traveled urban cycling corridor, it could be a convenient stop for cyclists heading through the west side of the city.

value: Just Another


blurb: Surrey's public contemporary art gallery at Bear Creek Park.

value: Surrey Art Gallery is a public contemporary art gallery operated by the City of Surrey, presenting changing exhibitions and permanent artworks by local and national artists. It offers talks, tours, and courses alongside visual arts classes and an UrbanScreen digital art program, making it a culturally rich destination within the Surrey Arts Centre complex. The gallery is wheelchair accessible.

dwell: short

planning: walk-up

value: Surrey Art Gallery

signal: city gallery, free/by-donation entry

wow_evidence: City contemporary gallery with UrbanScreen program — regional public gallery.


value: 3122 Station Road, Abbotsford, V4X 2S8

community: Abbotsford

value: A pub in Abbotsford serving Canadian cuisine with outdoor seating available. A convenient stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Station House Pub & Grill

signal: amenity=pub


value: 1546 Sayward Rd, Sayward, BC V0P 1R0

character: utilitarian

community: Sayward

value: A small full-service resort in the village of Sayward offering camping alongside cottages and motel rooms, with an on-site store stocking groceries, liquor, and local produce. A practical resupply point for cyclists on the northern Vancouver Island route, with showers, laundry, and propane available.

value: Sayward Valley Resort

wow_evidence: showers, laundry, propane, groceries


value: 5838 Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan, V9L3S1

community: Duncan

value: James Street Cafe is a small cafe located in a unit off the Trans-Canada Highway in Duncan, BC, serving sandwiches, soups, tea, and coffee. The space is described as cozy and community-oriented, with local art on the walls and a welcoming atmosphere suited to a quick stop or a longer work session. It is wheelchair accessible and situated in a commercial unit, making it a practical refuelling option for cyclists passing through the Cowichan Valley.

value: James Street Cafe

wow_evidence: sandwiches, soups, tea, and coffee


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 48m; rack (4 spaces) at 89m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 695 East 47th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: West Coast Liquor Company is a liquor store in Vancouver offering both in-store shopping and online ordering with same-day delivery. It provides a convenient source for purchasing beverages for cyclists passing through the area.

value: West Coast Liquor Company

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 2456 Rosewall Crescent, Courtenay, BC V9N 8R9

community: Courtenay

value: Tin Town Cafe is a coffee shop operating within the Tin Town Community, a recognizable cluster of diverse local businesses along Rosewall Crescent and Cousins Ave in Courtenay, BC. The broader community spans food, health, creative, and industrial tenants and has been featured in local media as a thriving neighbourhood hub. A touring cyclist passing through Courtenay would find it a convenient urban stop, though specific cyclist amenities are not documented online.

value: Tin Town Cafe


value: 1355 Lougheed Highway

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 97m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 428 Rebecca Spit Road, Heriot Bay, BC V0P 1H0, Canada

community: Heriot Bay

value: Large waterfront campground on Quadra Island bordering Rebecca Spit Provincial Park, with beaches on both sides of the spit for swimming, kayaking, and whale watching from the eastern shore; cyclists reach it via BC Ferries then a mostly paved 8 km ride, and tent-only unserviced sites sit amid a sea of powered RV pads.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC

value: We Wai Kai

wow_evidence: operated by the We Wai Kai First Nation… route from the ferry is suitable for bicycles


value: 625 Main Street, Penticton, BC V2A 5C9

value: Lala Ji's Pizzeria is a family-run Indian-pizza fusion restaurant in downtown Penticton, owned and operated by a father-and-son chef team with decades of combined experience in Germany, India, and Canada. The kitchen specializes in authentic Indian-style pizzas alongside traditional Indian dishes, making it a genuinely distinctive stop on the Okanagan touring circuit. Dine-in, takeout, and delivery are all available, and the online ordering system supports scheduled pickup.

value: Lala Ji's Pizzeria

detail: Menu includes dedicated vegetarian/vegan items (Veggie Garden pizza, Veggie Mediterranean pizza, Veggie Samosa marked 'Vegetarian Vegan'). Website front page banner explicitly states 'GLUTAN FREE & DAIRY FREE' as a menu feature

wow_evidence: family-run Indian-pizza fusion restaurant... father-and-son chef team with decades of combined experience


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 8m.

community: Nanaimo

value: Thrifty Foods


value: 1747 Comox Avenue, V9M 3M2

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 35m; bollard (2 spaces) at 51m; bollard (4 spaces) at 52m; rack (4 spaces) at 82m; bollard (4 spaces, covered) at 96m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Comox

value: Smitty's is a Canadian family restaurant chain operating since 1960, with this location on Comox Avenue serving the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. The chain positions itself as 'more than breakfast,' offering a full all-day menu. A familiar and accessible stop for touring cyclists making their way through the Comox area.

value: Smitty's

signal: Smitty's family diner chain (confirmed); ~$15-22pp


community: Chilliwack

value: Save-On-Foods


value: Student Union Building, University of Victoria, Victoria, BC V8W 3P3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (42 spaces) at 25m. Total: 42 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Felicita's is a student-owned and operated campus pub at the University of Victoria, named in honour of Felicita Gomez — a beloved custodian who worked at UVic from 1967 to 1996 and was regarded as a mother figure by generations of students. Located in the Student Union Building, it offers a pub-style food menu alongside a rotating selection of local BC craft beers on tap from breweries including Hoyne, Vancouver Island Brewing, and Phillips. Cyclists riding through the UVic campus will find an outdoor patio and a community-rooted atmosphere with deep ties to Victoria's university neighbourhood.

value: Felicita's Campus Pub

detail: Menu page states 'Daily Features pricing is not available to-go', implying other menu items are available for takeout orders

detail: Menu includes a Veggie Burger, a vegetarian fries option listed as '10 Veg / 12 Meat', and Whistler Forager gluten-free beer by the bottle

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: student-owned and operated campus pub at the University of Victoria … outdoor patio


value: 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5G 3H2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 50m.

community: Burnaby

value: Habitat Pub is located on the BCIT Burnaby campus in Building SE02, serving the college community at 3700 Willingdon Avenue. It appears to have previously operated under the name Professor Mugs Pub based on its Facebook presence. As a campus pub, its primary clientele is BCIT students and staff, though Canadian campus pubs are generally open to the public.

value: Habitat


value: 20821 Fraser Highway, Langley

value: Freshii

signal: chain 'freshii'


value: 5276 Kingsway, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 85m; stands (5 spaces) at 94m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Boiling Point

signal: Boiling Point individual hot-soup chain; $18-25/person


value: 141 E. Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 3V9

community: New Westminster

value: Holland Shopping Centre is a long-established Dutch specialty import store serving the Dutch-Canadian community since 1958, stocking an extensive range of Dutch candies, stroopwafels, cookies, cheese, baking mixes, beverages, and giftware. Founded by John and Helen de Haas and now owned by Tako Slump, the shop has operated from its current Columbia Street East location since 2009 and also runs a mail-order service reaching customers across North America and beyond. A touring cyclist stopping in New Westminster will find a distinctive one-stop source for Dutch specialty snacks unavailable in ordinary grocery stores.

value: Holland Shopping Centre

wow_evidence: long-established Dutch specialty import store serving the Dutch-Canadian community since 1958... mail-order service reaching customers across North America and beyond


value: 1125 Nicola Avenue

community: Port Coquitlam

value: A Vietnamese pho restaurant serving traditional Vietnamese cuisine in North Vancouver. Offers sit-down dining for cyclists passing through the community.

value: Pho Bo Ga Ottawa

confidence: low


value: 2320 Acadia Road, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (12 spaces, covered) at 69m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Popeyes

signal: chain 'popeyes'


value: 1509 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 14m; rack (7 spaces) at 35m; rack (7 spaces) at 36m; stands (8 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: Sushi Master is a Japanese takeout restaurant on West Broadway in Vancouver, offering an extensive menu of classic rolls, aburi (flame-seared) nigiri and oshi, sashimi, donburi, udon, and bento boxes. The shop operates as a pickup-only counter with online ordering, making it a practical stop for cyclists wanting a fresh, ready-to-go meal. The broad menu spans budget-friendly maki through specialty aburi preparations, with party trays available for group touring.

value: Sushi Master

detail: Website states: 'Order online, Pick up in the store.' The business model is explicitly pickup-only

detail: Menu includes Veggie Combo, Veggie Udon, Avocado Roll, and Cucumber Maki as explicitly vegetarian items

signal: Rolls $8.75–$18.95, combos $13.50–$16.50; casual pickup sushi


value: 251 Harbourfront Drive NE, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 2W7

community: Salmon Arm

value: The Prestige Harbourfront Resort is Salmon Arm's only resort situated directly on Shuswap Lake, with views of the Columbia Mountains and waterfront access. It operates as a WorldHotels Luxury property under the BWH Hotels umbrella, drawing visitors for events like the Roots & Blues Festival and lakeside weddings. Touring cyclists finishing a day on the Shuswap routes will find a full-service resort experience in a notable scenic setting.

value: Prestige Harbourfront Resort, BW Premier Collection

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: WorldHotels Luxury property, waterfront resort on Shuswap Lake


value: 900 Brunswick Street

community: Prince George

value: Courtyard by Marriott hotel in Prince George located on Brunswick Street. A chain hotel offering accommodations for touring cyclists passing through the Central Interior region of British Columbia.

value: Courtyard Prince George

signal: chain 'marriott'


community: North Vancouver

value: Blenz HOpe cafe

signal: Blenz coffee chain (confirmed); ~$6-12


value: 2763 Beverly Street, Duncan, BC V9L 6Y9

community: North Cowichan

value: Mr Mikes is a Canadian casual steakhouse chain with roots going back to 1960, now branded as 'SteakhouseCasual' — a relaxed, unpretentious sit-down experience built around affordable premium steaks, burgers, pastas, and shareable appetizers. The Duncan location welcomes walk-ins and offers both dine-in and takeout, making it a solid option for a substantial post-ride meal. The chain prides itself on a come-as-you-are attitude with no dress code.

value: Mr Mikes


value: #913K-9850 Austin Road, Burnaby, BC V3J 7B3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 33m.

value: Sushi-Q is a Canadian chain founded in 1997 and one of the country's early pioneers of grab-and-go sushi, serving sushi rolls, sashimi, nigiri, and Japanese ramen. The Burnaby outlet is located inside Lougheed Town Centre mall. The chain emphasises fresh daily preparation and chef-inspired presentation as its main differentiators.

value: Sushi Q

detail: Menu includes Veggie Combo, Avocado Roll Plus, Avocado Maki Plus, Kappa Maki Plus, Avocado Cucumber Plus, and Seaweed Salad — multiple vegetarian options confirmed

signal: grab-and-go sushi (food court); ~$12-16

wow_evidence: Canadian chain founded in 1997... one of the country's early pioneers of grab-and-go sushi


community: Delta

value: Quiznos

signal: chain 'quiznos'


value: 1235 Davie Street, Vancouver, V6E 1N4

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (4 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (4 spaces) at 88m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 96m. Total: 43 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Sainam is an Isaan-style Thai eatery and bar in Vancouver's West End, helmed by award-winning chef Angus An. The menu centres on the bold, rustic flavours of Thailand's northeastern Isaan region — papaya salads, grilled meats, and fermented dishes meant to be shared with sticky rice. It sits on lively Davie Street, making it a convenient stop for cyclists riding through the West End.

value: Sainam

detail: Menu pages include a 'VIEW VEGETARIAN OPTIONS' link; lunch menu labels specific items '(VG)' (e.g. Crispy Mushroom Nam Tok) and notes 'VG Available' on some dishes

signal: Lunch sets $20–27/person; casual Thai eatery; wine $13–15/glass

wow_evidence: award-winning chef Angus An


value: 3351 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 8m; rack (4 spaces) at 19m; rack (4 spaces) at 57m; rack (4 spaces) at 57m; rack (8 spaces) at 65m; wall_loops (8 spaces) at 66m; wall_loops (8 spaces) at 69m; bollard (3 spaces) at 70m; rack (4 spaces) at 72m; bollard (3 spaces) at 74m; stands (5 spaces) at 74m; rack (3 spaces) at 80m; bollard (2 spaces) at 83m; bollard (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 63 spaces.

community: University Hill

value: Freshii is a Canadian quick-service restaurant chain founded in Toronto in 2005, now with over 300 locations worldwide. The Wesbrook Mall location offers a health-focused menu of salads, energy bowls, burritos, wraps, poke bowls, and smoothies, all fully customizable. Touring cyclists will find it a convenient stop for a nutritious, build-your-own meal in the UBC/Wesbrook Village area.

value: Freshii

detail: Website confirms 'whether you're looking to eat well, are vegetarian, or have specific dietary preferences' and describes a nutrition-led menu with customizable ingredients


value: 14985 Marine Drive, White Rock, V4B 1C3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 50m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: White Rock

value: Karabji Grill is a Lebanese restaurant with halal certification located on Marine Drive in White Rock. The restaurant features outdoor seating for casual dining.

value: Karabji Grill Lebanese Cuisine

signal: Lebanese grill, halal; ~$16-26pp


value: 3450 Skaha Lake Rd, Penticton, BC

community: Penticton

value: Marmalade Bakery is a specialty bakery operating inside Skaha Pizza at the Yorkton Plaza on Skaha Lake Rd in Penticton, offering custom celebration cakes, cupcakes, and freshly baked daily goods. They also stock grab-and-go lunch items and specialty coffees and teas, making it a convenient mid-ride food stop near Skaha Lake. Vegan and gluten-free options are woven throughout the menu.

value: Marmalade Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 555 Nelson Street, Vancouver, V6B 6R5

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (7 spaces) at 21m; stands (1 space) at 42m; stands (1 space) at 51m; stands (7 spaces) at 54m; stands (5 spaces) at 62m; stands (1 space) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (3 spaces) at 93m. Total: 27 spaces.

blurb: Free downtown contemporary art gallery with rotating Canadian and international shows.

value: The Contemporary Art Gallery (CAG) is a free public contemporary art institution in downtown Vancouver presenting rotating exhibitions of Canadian and international contemporary artists. Situated on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ peoples, it also operates a library, an archive, and a shop specialising in artists' books, editions, and catalogues. Admission is always free, making it an accessible cultural stop for cyclists passing through the city centre.

value: Contemporary Art Gallery

signal: Admission always free

wow_evidence: Free public contemporary art institution downtown with real rotating exhibitions, library, and artists' bookshop.


value: 4566 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, V6R 2J1

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 25m; rack (7 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; rack (3 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; rack (3 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m. Total: 30 spaces.

blurb: Vancouver Public Library neighbourhood branch in residential Point Grey.

value: The West Point Grey Branch is one of the Vancouver Public Library system's neighbourhood branches, serving the Point Grey community in Vancouver's west side. Housed in a quieter residential district near the University of British Columbia, it offers a welcoming stopping point for cyclists passing through the area. As a public library, it provides free access to Wi-Fi and a calm indoor environment.

value: West Point Grey Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

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


community: Campbell River

value: Metro Liquor is a BC specialty liquor retailer with a focus on hard-to-find, limited-release, and local craft products including wine, beer, cider, and spirits. The chain operates three confirmed locations across the province and is known for knowledgeable staff, rotating specialty selections, and public tasting events.

value: Metro Liquor

wow_evidence: three confirmed locations across the province... focus on hard-to-find, limited-release, and local craft products


value: 6125-110 Sussex Avenue, Burnaby

value: Tealips Cafe is a bubble tea and dessert café serving Burnaby's Highgate neighbourhood with a broad menu of milk teas, fruit slushes, coffee drinks, Korean-style bingsoo, Belgian waffles, and fresh focaccia sandwiches. The café operates under a shared brand with a second Burnaby location (Metrotown/Arcola Way) and supports online ordering with in-store pickup. Cyclists will find a wide range of cold and hot drinks, light meals, and vegetarian-friendly options.

value: Tealips

detail: Website states 'Our avocado sandwich is a vegetarian favorite'; milk teas described as 'lactose free'; oat milk substitution available on tea lattes and smoothies

signal: amenity=cafe


value: Squamish-Lillooet A, BC V0K 1P0, Canada

bike_access: rough

community: Remote & backcountry, Squamish-Lillooet Regional District

value: A small 3-site treed campground at the south end of Marshall Lake near the creek outflow, offering fishing and boating in a quiet mountain setting. Reaching it requires roughly 11 km of gravel forest road off Highway 40 with several turns; tents or small units only.

value: Marshall Creek Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

wow_evidence: small 3-site treed campground... roughly 11 km of gravel forest road


value: 20727 Willoughby Town Centre Drive, Langley, V2Y1X1

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 18m; bollard (2 spaces) at 20m; bollard (2 spaces) at 68m; rack (5 spaces) at 89m. Total: 11 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Earl of Sandwich is a quick-service sandwich chain with a Langley location inside Willoughby Town Centre. The chain is known for hot, freshly baked sandwiches and has earned repeated recognition on TripAdvisor's Top 10 Best Quick Bite list. Online ordering for pick-up or delivery is available, making it a convenient fuel stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Earl of Sandwich

detail: Website states: 'ORDER ONLINE No need to wait in line or in-store at all. Order here for pick-up or delivery.'

signal: Counter-service sandwich shop; locations in malls, casinos, food courts


value: 1658 Hwy 3, Christina Lake, British Columbia V0H 1E3

community: Christina Lake

value: Lakeview Motel is a family-owned, year-round property on Highway 3 (Crowsnest Hwy) in Christina Lake, BC, in the Kootenay Boundary region. The 12 recently renovated rooms include seven fully equipped kitchen units, and the grounds feature a shared barbecue and fire pit under a log gazebo — good for swapping stories with fellow travelers. The motel sits five minutes on foot from one of Canada's warmest lakes and 1 km from the Trans Canada Trail, making it a convenient staging point for cyclists exploring the Boundary country.

value: Lakeview Motel

detail: Website states coffee shops and restaurants are within one block; explore page lists several locally owned eating establishments in Christina Lake

detail: Website explicitly states 'our small town does not have a... grocery store, so late-night arrivals should plan accordingly.'

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 2665 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5R 5H4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands at 25m; stands (7 spaces, covered) at 80m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Sabor Mexicano Restaurant is an authentic Mexican eatery on Kingsway in Vancouver with over 14 years of experience, serving traditional dishes including tacos, gorditas, burritos, birrias, tamales, and pozoles made with ingredients sourced directly from Mexico. The restaurant offers both dine-in and takeout, and also provides catering for events of all sizes. It has become a popular dining spot for locals and tourists in the Kingsway corridor.

value: Sabor Mexicano Restaurant

detail: Tacos subpage explicitly mentions 'vegetarian options made with roasted veggies and avocado.'

wow_evidence: over 14 years of experience...ingredients sourced directly from Mexico


value: 5212 Domano Boulevard

value: Taco Delhi

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 10277 City Parkway, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: Uncle Fatih’s Pizza


community: Burnaby

value: Steve's Poké Bar is an authentic Hawaiian poke chain founded in 2017 by Steve Huynh, who grew up splitting time between Vancouver and Honolulu and learned traditional poke preparation from family recipes. Unlike fusion-style competitors, the restaurant marinates fish the way it's done in Hawaii and has accumulated over 10,000 five-star Google reviews across its Lower Mainland locations. Touring cyclists can build their own bowls or choose from signature options including tuna, salmon, scallop, spam, and tofu varieties.

value: Steve's Poke Bar


value: 306 5th Ave, Stewart, BC V0T 1W0

community: Stewart

value: Ripley Creek Inn is a collection of more than ten restored heritage buildings spread across Stewart, BC — a remote northern community near the Alaskan border, surrounded by glaciers and dramatic mountain terrain. The property spans named structures ranging from the original Main Lodge (completed 2001, 11 rooms each with private bath, fridge, and microwave) to quirky historic houses like The Ritz (dating to 1910) and Peterson House, known as 'The Old Brothel.' An on-site Latin-inspired restaurant, El Tostador, provides full evening dining for guests.

value: Ripley Creek Inn

detail: On-site restaurant 'El Tostador' offers Latin-inspired cuisine including starters, mains, and cocktails

signal: restored heritage-building inn in remote Stewart; charming but small-town rates $130-180

wow_evidence: more than ten restored heritage buildings...The Ritz (dating to 1910)...remote northern community near the Alaskan border


value: 101 - 427 Fitzwilliam Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3A9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: ground_slots (4 spaces) at 21m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: Waffle Magic is a specialty waffle shop in downtown Nanaimo focused entirely on fresh-made Brussels and Liege waffles — the former light and crisp, the latter soft and sweet. The menu spans sweet creations loaded with ice cream, fresh fruit, and housemade sauces as well as savory options like Brie with honey or rosemary ham with Havarti. A loyalty card rewards repeat visitors with every tenth waffle free.

value: Waffle Magic

detail: Website explicitly states 'Please add $2.00 for our gluten free Brussels waffle option.' Multiple menu items (fruit, sweet, and savoury waffles) contain no meat, though vegetarian labeling is not used

signal: cuisine=waffle

wow_evidence: specialty waffle shop...focused entirely on fresh-made Brussels and Liege waffles


value: 6115 Island Highway West, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2E2

community: Qualicum Bay

value: Roam Beach Resort is a beachfront property on Qualicum Bay offering newly renovated one- and two-bedroom cabins, twelve numbered RV sites that accommodate vehicles up to 32 feet, and a barrel sauna perched at the ocean's edge for cold-plunge recovery. Situated on the historic Old Island Highway 19 Oceanside Route in central Vancouver Island, it positions touring cyclists within 45 minutes of the Departure Bay ferry and a day-trip radius of Tofino, Cumberland, and Hornby Island. The resort caters to travellers and locals alike with waterfront beach access, a social deck with fire bowl, and on-site laundry.

value: Roam Beach Resort

detail: On-site laundromat listed in site navigation and confirmed in RV-sites page: 'Facilities include an on-site laundromat.'

signal: newly renovated beachfront cabins + barrel sauna, Qualicum Bay; $150-200


value: 546 West Broadway, V5Z 0E9

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; rack (covered) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (4 spaces) at 83m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 84m; rack at 99m. Total: 37 spaces.

value: Yolks is a breakfast and brunch restaurant founded by Chef Steve Ewing, known for scratch-made dishes built around Perfectly Poached™ eggs, house-made hollandaise, and locally sourced free-range eggs from Coligny Creek Eggs in Abbotsford. The Broadway location is one of several across BC and Canada, situated on a major Vancouver arterial. A touring cyclist stopping here would find a full sit-down meal with outdoor seating available.

value: Yolks

signal: Yolks brunch, house-made; ~$15-22pp

wow_evidence: founded by Chef Steve Ewing... locally sourced free-range eggs from Coligny Creek Eggs in Abbotsford


value: 1533 Highway 16 East, Vanderhoof, BC, Canada V0J 3A0

community: Vanderhoof

value: Hillview Guest Rooms is a small, family-run motel on the eastern edge of Vanderhoof along the Yellowhead Highway (Hwy 16), a major transcontinental cycling route. The property has operated for over a decade and earned a 2024/25 Travel & Hospitality Award, positioning itself as the best-value lodging in town. Rooms include microwaves, refrigerators, and optional kitchenettes, and select units are pet-friendly — practical features for self-sufficient touring cyclists on a long-haul trip.

value: Hillview Motel

detail: Website FAQ explicitly states: 'We do not offer breakfast, but many of our rooms include kitchenettes.'

detail: Laundry service is available; website promotes one free load for stays of 7+ consecutive nights, implying an on-site or managed laundry service

wow_evidence: laundry service promotion for extended stays … gigabit Wi-Fi 6 … microwaves, refrigerators, and optional kitchenettes … 2024/25 Travel & Hospitality Award


community: Sinclair Mills

value: Farm Cabin is a remote wilderness hut in the McGregor Mountains of British Columbia, operated by the Prince George Backcountry Recreation Society and reachable only by a 5 km non-motorized trail that takes 2–6 hours to hike in summer or 4–8 hours to ski/snowshoe in winter. The self-maintained cabin sleeps four and is stocked with a wood stove, firewood, sleeping mattresses, and a propane two-burner stove. Advance bookings are managed online through PGBRS.org up to four months ahead.

value: Farm Cabin

label: Rock-bottom

subcategory: Resort


value: 4900 27 Street, Vernon, V1T 7G7

community: Vernon

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 697 Highway 97 S, Peachland, BC V0H 1X9

community: Greata

value: Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards at Greata Ranch is a historic lakeside winery on Highway 97 between Peachland and Summerland, specializing in Traditional Method sparkling wines made from estate-grown grapes on a site that has grown fruit since 1901. The property features a wine shop patio with panoramic Okanagan Lake views and the 19 Bistro serving lunch. It sits on a quiet bench above the lake, making it a scenic mid-ride stop for cyclists touring the Okanagan Valley.

signal: estate winery, tastings; ~$15-25 visit

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: site that has grown fruit since 1901... wine shop patio with panoramic Okanagan Lake views and the 19 Bistro serving lunch


value: 211 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 23 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (4 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 30m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 34m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; bollard (2 spaces) at 88m; bollard (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 56 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Waves Coffee House is a local coffee shop on busy Robson Street in downtown Vancouver, with both indoor and outdoor seating. It is a convenient rest stop for touring cyclists exploring the city core, offering a place to refuel and socialize. The business is established and recently verified as operational.

value: Waves Coffee House

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: local coffee shop on busy Robson Street... established cafe chain


community: Richmond

google_place_id: ChIJQWJJhzULhlQROqk-OJVrNnc

value: Plaza Premium Lounge

signal: amenity=bar


value: 340 Front Street, Tumbler Ridge, V0C 2W0

blurb: Tumbler Ridge's library inside the community centre.

community: Tumbler Ridge

value: Tumbler Ridge Public Library is a community library located inside the TR Community Centre, serving both residents and all visitors to this small northeastern BC town. It offers free Wi-Fi and internet access along with a Telus 4G smart hub loan program for connectivity outside the building. Unique offerings like a seed library, STEAM kits, and a noise-dampening meeting pod make this a well-resourced small-town library well beyond the basics.

value: Tumbler Ridge Public Library

wow_evidence: Library inside the community centre with seed library and smart-hub lending; ordinary library band.


value: 40204 Glenalder Place, V8B 0G2

community: Squamish


value: Unit B, 821 6th Avenue, Hope, BC

community: Hope

value: Nomad So.Cial Eatery is an independently owned restaurant in Hope, BC, built around a culinary philosophy it calls Rocky Mountain food — rugged, backcountry-inspired cooking blended with health-conscious choices. The restaurant leans into Hope's layered history as a gold rush waypoint and railway gateway, positioning itself as a destination stop for travellers moving through the Fraser Canyon corridor. Lunch and dinner menus rotate seasonally, and the kitchen offers catering services alongside periodic special dining events.

value: Nomad So.Cial Eatery

detail: Website states menus feature 'a limited number of gluten-free, vegetarian, or vegan dishes' and the chef can modify most dishes to accommodate dietary restrictions; fully vegan experiences require advance notice

signal: seasonal 'Rocky Mountain food' eatery; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: independently owned restaurant...Rocky Mountain food — rugged, backcountry-inspired cooking


value: 1000 Cranbrook Street North

community: Cranbrook

value: Sushi Rang is a food and drink establishment located in Cranbrook, BC, tagged in OpenStreetMap as a cafe. Its name suggests Japanese cuisine, though no further details about its offerings or character could be confirmed from available sources.

value: Sushi on the Strip


value: Central Kootenay, BC V1L 6W3, Canada

community: Willow Point

value: Six Mile Lakes Rec Site


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: bollard (1 space) at 79m; bollard (1 space) at 86m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 15 W 8th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1M8

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 46m; rack at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: A family-owned craft brewery in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood with two side-by-side tasting rooms on West 8th Avenue. Their core lineup spans amber lagers to Belgian tripels, including a World Beer Cup Silver Award-winning Belgian Tripel. Walk-in only with a casual, spacious atmosphere and seasonal food offerings.

value: 33 Acres Brewing

detail: 33 Acres of Cid3r is explicitly described as gluten-free on the menu page

signal: Craft brewery tasting rooms, walk-in


value: 935 Marine Dr, North Vancouver, BC V7P 1S3

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 41m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 44m; rack at 74m; rack at 76m; rack at 86m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Captain's Oven Pizza is a BC-grown Neapolitan-style pizza chain founded by two siblings who trained in Naples and Istanbul before bringing their craft to North Vancouver. Pizzas are hand-stretched daily and baked in under two minutes in a custom 3-ton stone-brick oven imported from Tuscany, producing a light, charred crust true to the Neapolitan tradition. The North Vancouver location is one of five across the Lower Mainland, with a broad menu of meat, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options alongside salads, desserts, and catering.

value: Captain's Oven Pizza

detail: Dedicated Vegetarian Pizza category on menu; vegan cheese available; gluten-free crust offered. FAQ notes: 'Captain's Oven is not a gluten-free environment.'

wow_evidence: BC-grown Neapolitan-style pizza chain... one of five across the Lower Mainland


value: 2281 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC V8L 1W9

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

blurb: Volunteer-run visitor centre on Beacon Avenue in downtown Sidney.

community: Sidney

value: The Sidney Information Centre is a volunteer-staffed visitor centre operated by the Sidney Business Improvement Area, situated on Beacon Avenue in the heart of downtown Sidney by the Sea. It serves as the primary resource hub for anyone exploring this charming waterfront community, offering guidance on local dining, events, accommodation, and attractions. Touring cyclists will find it a useful waypoint for route planning, local knowledge, and discovering what this peninsula town has to offer.

value: Sidney Information Centre

signal: volunteer visitor centre, free

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Small-town VC ladder 1/2; volunteer-staffed on Beacon Avenue.


value: 342 Main Street, Penticton, BC, Canada

community: Penticton

value: Cue's is the Okanagan's premier billiard room, featuring Diamond pool tables and Aramith billiard balls in a locally owned venue on Main Street in the heart of downtown Penticton. The kitchen serves sandwiches, burgers on Cob's Bread, and more — billed as one of downtown's best-kept food secrets — alongside a dog-friendly licensed patio overlooking Main Street. The venue regularly hosts tournaments and pool leagues for players of all skill levels, and is just a few blocks from Lake Okanagan.

value: Cue's

signal: amenity=pub


value: 5241 Ladner Trunk Road, V4K 1W4

community: Delta

value: A Japanese sushi restaurant in Tsawwassen offering online ordering and dine-in service. The recently redesigned website indicates an active, well-maintained business. Useful to touring cyclists needing a meal stop in the area.

value: Maguro Sushi

signal: sushi dine-in; $15-25/person


value: 8080 Anderson Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack at 6m; rack (covered) at 12m; rack at 48m; rack at 51m; rack at 55m; stands at 57m; rack at 69m; rack at 94m; rack (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Storeys Café is a nonprofit social enterprise in Richmond where every purchase supports people in recovery from addiction as they build job skills and confidence. Located half a block from Richmond City Hall, the café offers fresh coffee, wholesome sandwiches, soups, salads, and baked goods in a relaxed, welcoming space. The menu includes vegetarian and gluten-free options alongside classic breakfast and lunch fare.

value: Storeys Cafe

detail: Menu lists a Vegetarian Sandwich (avocado, pesto, cucumber, spinach & Swiss); customer testimonial states 'the gluten-free sandwiches have been excellent.'


value: 3960 Highway 97C, Peachland, BC V0H 1X7

blurb: Visitor centre atop the Okanagan Connector, with first views over the valley.

community: Peachland

value: Perched on the Okanagan Connector (Highway 97C) above Peachland, this visitor centre is the first stop after Merritt and serves as the gateway to the Central, North, and South Okanagan. Touring cyclists can take in sweeping first views of Okanagan Lake and Valley while speaking with trained visitor counsellors about local activities, accommodations, and events. The centre sells local and Indigenous products including clothing, art, and road snacks, and its patio is shaded by 48 solar panels that power on-site EV charging stations.

setting: mixed

value: Thompson Okanagan Connector Visitor Centre

detail: Website states visitors can 'shop for local and Indigenous products including clothing, art, and snacks for the road or to enjoy on our beautiful patio.'

signal: highway visitor centre, free

wow_evidence: VC on the 97C with the first sweeping Okanagan Lake views; VC anchor band.


value: #140-8279 Saba Road, Richmond, BC V6Y 4B6

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 53m; rack at 70m; rack at 82m; rack (covered) at 97m.

blurb: City-run community centre in Richmond.

value: Lang Centre is a community centre operated by the City of Richmond in Richmond, BC. It is tagged in OpenStreetMap as a municipal community facility, but no further details about its programs, layout, or cyclist-relevant services could be confirmed due to a URL attribution mismatch in the source data.

facet_confidence: med

value: Lang Centre

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal community centre; thin record.


value: 1325 Burrard Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces, covered) at 11m; wall_loops (3 spaces) at 29m; stands (4 spaces) at 85m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Maxine's Cafe & Bar is a neighbourhood restaurant and bar in Vancouver's West End whose interiors draw inspiration from the watering holes of Soho and the corner bistros of Europe. Executive Chef Bobby Milheron and Chef de Cuisine Paul Doonan lead a menu of elevated brunch, lunchtime, and dinner fare. Private dining for events is available, and the restaurant accepts walk-ins alongside reservations for dinner and weekday brunch.

value: Maxine's Cafe & Bar

signal: Named Executive Chef, prix fixe menu, neighbourhood positioning


value: 45620 Yale Road, Sardis, BC

community: Chilliwack

value: Rainbow Motor Inn is a roadside motel in Sardis on Yale Road serving travelers in the Chilliwack area. As a traditional motel accommodation, it provides overnight lodging to passing visitors. Specific amenities and cyclist-friendly services could not be verified due to website access failure.

value: Rainbow Motor Inn

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: roadside motel in Sardis


value: 330 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, BC V1N 1G5

community: Castlegar

value: A family-operated hotel in downtown Castlegar, in business since 1953 and run by German-Canadian hosts who speak five languages. The property features an on-site restaurant specializing in authentic German and European cuisine, a licensed sunny patio, and a self-serve continental breakfast included with rooms. Touring cyclists will find it a characterful stop with free parking and proximity to Castlegar amenities.

value: Chameleon Hotel

detail: On-site restaurant serving German and European cuisine; fully licensed patio also available

signal: Summer nightly rates $95–$110 per night


value: 607 2nd Avenue West

community: Prince Rupert

value: The Hub Bar is a local bar located in Prince Rupert, BC, situated in the North Coast region at the gateway to Haida Gwaii. Prince Rupert is a key stop for cyclists traveling the northwest BC coast or catching the BC Ferries connection to the Inside Passage, making a local watering hole a welcome find. The bar's Facebook presence suggests an active establishment serving the community.

value: The Hub Bar

wow_evidence: local bar located in Prince Rupert, BC


value: 900 April Point Road, V0P 1N0

community: Quathiaski Cove

value: April Point Dining Room is the restaurant of April Point Resort on Quadra Island, offering guests spectacular ocean views from its dining room and deck. The resort, operated by North Coast Hotel Resort Ltd., is a destination property in Quathiaski Cove with fishing, whale watching, and kayak rentals rounding out the experience. Touring cyclists making the ferry crossing to Quadra Island will find this a scenic spot for a sit-down meal in season.

value: April Point Dining Room

signal: resort dining room, ocean views (April Point Resort); ~$32-50pp

wow_evidence: destination property in Quathiaski Cove with fishing, whale watching, and kayak rentals; spectacular ocean views


value: 5216 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 3P4, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (covered) at 27m; rack at 32m.

community: Burnaby

value: Chatime

signal: amenity=cafe


community: Comox

value: A McDonald's fast food restaurant located on Vancouver Island offering burgers, chicken, fries, and McCafé beverages with drive-through and indoor dining. The location includes wheelchair-accessible facilities and on-site washrooms, making it a practical utility stop on a longer ride. As a well-known chain it offers predictability in terms of food options and basic amenities.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 3685 W10th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6R 2G2

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (1 space, covered) at 56m; rack (3 spaces) at 62m; rack (5 spaces) at 72m; rack (3 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; rack (4 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; rack (3 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; rack (4 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; wall_loops (6 spaces) at 97m. Total: 41 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Mr. Falafel is a family-owned Mediterranean grill that has anchored Vancouver's west side since 2002, serving falafel wraps, shawarma, souvlaki skewers, kibbeh, and house-made dolmades made with locally-sourced ingredients. The casual counter-service format makes it a quick and filling stop for cyclists passing through the Kitsilano area. Both dine-in and takeout are available, with online ordering for pickup.

value: Mr. Falafel

detail: Multiple vegetarian items explicitly listed: Vegetarian Dish (dolmades, falafel, tabouleh, hummus, pita), Falafel Platter, Hummus Platter, Grilled Veggie wrap, and falafel-based appetizers. Vegan and GF status not explicitly stated


community: Nanaimo

value: Burger King

signal: chain 'burger king'


community: White Rock

value: Tag Liquor Store


value: 4300 Kingsway, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 72m; stands (5 spaces) at 74m; stands (5 spaces) at 74m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Bubble World is a bubble tea restaurant in Burnaby offering quick refreshments for touring cyclists. Bubble tea provides convenient beverage options during cycling trips. Located on Kingsway, it serves as an accessible stop for travelers.

value: Bubble World


value: East Point Light Station, Saturna Island, BC V0N 2Y0

blurb: Restored 1938 fog alarm building at East Point, prime shore orca-watching.

community: Saturna Island

value: The Fog Alarm Building is a historic structure within Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, tagged in OpenStreetMap as a museum, reflecting its role in interpreting the maritime and navigational heritage of the southern Gulf Islands. The park reserve spans multiple islands and is accessible by ferry, making it a distinctive destination for cycle-touring visitors exploring the archipelago. Parks Canada operates interpretive programs throughout the reserve, though details specific to this building are not available from the associated web content.

theme: history

value: Fog Alarm Building

signal: Parks Canada programs explicitly stated as 'Cost: Free, unless indicated'

wow_evidence: Restored 1938 fog alarm building at East Point, Saturna (GINPR) — small heritage/interpretive stop at a spectacular shore-based orca-watching point.


value: 28605 Trans-Canada Highway, Hope, V0X 1L0

community: Hope

value: Hope River General Store is a family-owned roadside institution established in 2001 along the Trans-Canada Highway in the Fraser Canyon, attached to Emory Bar RV Park. It combines a general store, in-house bakery and deli, licensed restaurant, gift shop featuring First Nations arts and crafts, and an ESSO Gas Bar — making it a notable all-in-one stop in an otherwise rural stretch of highway. The store is particularly well known for its smoked sockeye salmon, Indian candy, and complimentary salmon BBQ on July 1st.

value: Hope River General Store

detail: In-Store Bakery & Deli; restaurant serving daily specials, real milkshakes, and smoked salmon sandwiches; fully licensed with a kid's menu

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: family-owned roadside institution... notable all-in-one stop in an otherwise rural stretch of highway... particularly well known for its smoked sockeye salmon


value: 687 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 2V4

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Dalina is a Vancouver café and catering business founded in 2016, with this location in the Chinatown/Mount Pleasant neighbourhood serving daily from-scratch brunch and specialty coffee roasted by nearby Pallet Coffee Roasters. The café has an outdoor patio with heat warmers and operates as both a dine-in spot and a kitchen offering takeout and online corporate catering delivery across Vancouver. A rewards and loyalty program is available across all ordering channels.

value: Dalina

detail: Website states café offers 'dine-in, takeout, and office catering delivery'; brunch page notes 'Walk in (no reservations needed) or order delivery.'

detail: Catering menu lists '10+ sandwich and wrap varieties including vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan options'; brunch menu includes Veggie Benny and Smashed Avocado Toast


value: 1250A Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver, BC V7J 2A3

community: North Vancouver

value: Mr. Sushi Lynn Valley is a family-owned Japanese sushi restaurant that has anchored the Lynn Valley neighbourhood since 1992, growing from a 500-square-foot space into a three-location North Vancouver institution. A North Shore News Readers' Choice Award winner, the restaurant is known for personalized service — staff pride themselves on remembering regulars' names and favourite orders. Touring cyclists rolling through Lynn Valley will find a full sit-down sushi experience as well as convenient online pickup ordering.

value: Mr. Sushi

signal: family sushi (Lynn Valley), fair market; ~$15-25pp

wow_evidence: three-location North Vancouver institution ... North Shore News Readers' Choice Award winner


value: 2788-4151 Hazelbridge Way, Richmond, BC V6X 3R8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 42m; rack (8 spaces) at 53m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Osmanthus is a fine-dining Chinese restaurant on Level 2 of Aberdeen Centre in Richmond, specializing in Jiangnan cuisine with roots in the Song Dynasty. The restaurant has hosted a Michelin Chef's Night event and offers an extensive menu of crafted beverages alongside its food menu. Touring cyclists looking for an upscale sit-down meal in Richmond's busy Aberdeen Centre area will find this a distinctive cultural dining experience.

value: Osmanthus Chinese Fusion Restaurant

signal: fine-dining Jiangnan Chinese, Michelin-chef event, set menus; ~$40-65pp

wow_evidence: hosted a Michelin Chef's Night event... Jiangnan cuisine with roots in the Song Dynasty


value: 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1J3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 77m; rack at 79m.

community: Whistler

value: KA-ZE Sushi & Beyond is Whistler's long-established Japanese restaurant, operated since 2000 by owner-chef Tom Akama — known locally as 'Tokyo Tom' — who has been running mountain-town Japanese restaurants across Western Canada since 1978. Located on the Shops Level of the Westin Resort & Spa, it offers an intimate dining experience featuring fresh sashimi flown directly from Japan and is the only restaurant in North America carrying exclusive Matsusaka Beef. The menu extends well beyond sushi to include traditional Japanese hot pots such as Shabu Shabu, Sukiyaki, and the house-special Whistler Nabe.

value: Kaze - Sushi And Beyond

signal: Matsusaka Beef (exclusive in North America), named chef Tokyo Tom, premium imported sashimi


value: 5410 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, BC V9L 6W4

community: Eagle Heights

value: Buckerfield's is BC's original country store, founded in 1919 and now operating ten locations across the province, with the Duncan store also serving as the company's head office. The large-format store carries farm and livestock supplies, pet products, garden centre items, wild bird feed, and outdoor clothing — a useful one-stop rural retailer on the Trans-Canada Highway corridor. The store is wheelchair-friendly, pet-friendly, and publicly accessible with free parking.

value: Buckerfield's

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 555 Hellesen Drive, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

community: Tofino

value: Ocean Village Resort is Tofino's original beachfront resort, operating for 50 years on the shores of tinwis beach (formerly MacKenzie Beach). The property features rustic cedar cabins built from on-site timber in 1976, a rare indoor heated pool, and direct beach access for surfing and paddleboarding. It is a pet-friendly, family-oriented property nestled in Tofino's world-renowned surf and outdoor haven.

value: Ocean Village Beach Resort

detail: On-site, token-operated laundry room listed on amenities page

detail: Website Instagram feed notes Surfside Tofino restaurant 'moved in next door' and is 'just a short walk away'

signal: Tofino beachfront cedar cabins + indoor pool; rustic but Tofino market, $250-330

wow_evidence: Tofino's original beachfront resort, operating for 50 years...rare indoor heated pool, and direct beach access


community: Penticton

value: Real Canadian Superstore


value: Unit 23 - 1496 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, BC

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

bike_repair_offered: unclear

value: Half Time Sports is a sports retailer located on Granville Island in Vancouver, a popular destination for cyclists and visitors alike. The shop is tagged as a general sports shop (shop=sports) rather than a dedicated bike shop, so the range and depth of cycling-specific services is unknown. Its Granville Island location puts it within a well-trafficked recreational cycling corridor.

value: Half Time Sports

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: DNS resolution error ... open/closed status cannot be confirmed


value: 10211 Saint Edwards Drive, Richmond

value: Denny's

signal: chain 'denny'


value: 18789 Fraser Highway, #101, Surrey, BC V3S 7Y3

community: Surrey

value: Dublin Crossing is an authentic Irish pub in Surrey serving a full menu of food alongside Irish and local craft draught beers. The venue features live music several nights a week and hosts seasonal events including St. Patrick's Day and Oktoberfest celebrations. Dine-in, patio seating, and take-out are all available.

value: Dublin Crossing

wow_evidence: authentic Irish pub … live music several nights a week


value: 521 7th Avenue

community: Keremeos

value: K Mountain Diner is a fast food establishment on 7th Avenue in the Okanagan & Thompson region. It offers quick meal service convenient for touring cyclists between destinations. The full menu and cycling-specific amenities are not yet confirmed.

value: K Mountain Diner


value: 45530 Vedder Mountain Road, Chilliwack, V2R 4C3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 40m; rack (5 spaces) at 51m; rack (12 spaces) at 52m. Total: 27 spaces.

community: Chilliwack

value: Banter is a handmade ice cream shop housed in the Eddy at the Bridge Building along the Vedder River in Chilliwack, one of two Fraser Valley locations founded by Laura and Zach. The shop creates four brand-new seasonal scoops each month, many drawing on ingredients sourced from local Fraser Valley farmers and artisans. Touring cyclists can grab a scoop and continue on a river walk in a relaxed, community-focused riverside setting.

value: Banter

detail: Website marks select flavours with '(V)' (e.g., Mango listed on front page), indicating vegan options are available

subcategory: Ice Cream

wow_evidence: one of two Fraser Valley locations...ingredients sourced from local Fraser Valley farmers and artisans


value: 3950 Spiers Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4B3

community: Kelowna

value: SpearHead Winery is an award-winning Kelowna estate winery specializing in single-vineyard Pinot Noir from the Central Okanagan Valley, led by winemaker Grant Stanley who brings experience from New Zealand, Oregon, and BC. The winery earned the 2024 Best Performing Winery and Winery of the Year honours and offers tastings, a wine shop, wine club memberships, and a private events venue. Situated on Spiers Road in the heart of Okanagan wine country, it makes a natural destination stop on a cycling wine tour through the Kelowna region.

value: SpearHead Winery

signal: Estate winery single-vineyard tasting