value: 1169 West Broadway, Vancouver, British Columbia V6H 1G1, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (covered) at 30m.

value: Broadway Liquor Store is a full-service private liquor store on Vancouver's West Broadway corridor stocking a broad range of beer, wines, and spirits, including rotating craft beer selections. The store caters to special occasions and offers delivery through Uber Eats and Skip the Dishes. For a touring cyclist, it represents a convenient urban stop for resupply of beverages along a major east-west cycling route.

value: Broadway Liquor Store

detail: Alcohol retail only; no food preparation mentioned


source: osm

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 49m; wave (3 spaces) at 58m; rack (5 spaces) at 95m. Total: 11 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Langley

value: Ricky's All Day Grill

origin: chain

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

band_key: casual

confidence: medium

label: Casual

signal: Ricky's All Day Grill chain; ~$16-24pp

source: judgement

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: welcoming


source: enrichment

value: 13-2565 Barnet Hwy, Coquitlam, BC V3H 4E2

community: Coquitlam

value: Sushi Mori has been a Coquitlam institution since 2008, serving Japanese fusion cuisine that blends fresh local ingredients with traditional techniques across an extensive menu of rolls, sashimi, and specialty dishes. The restaurant is known for its warm vintage interior with cozy booths, cherry blossom décor, and attentive service. It sits along the Barnet Highway corridor, making it a solid stop for cyclists travelling through Port Moody and Coquitlam.

value: Sushi Mori

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

signal: Japanese fusion sushi since 2008; ~$16-26pp

tier: info

wow_evidence: Coquitlam institution since 2008


value: 20811 Fraser Highway, Unit 21, Langley, BC

value: Chef Sushi is a Japanese restaurant located in a strip mall on Fraser Highway in Langley, serving a full sushi menu with online ordering available. It operates seven days a week, making it a convenient stop for cyclists traveling along the Fraser Highway corridor.

value: Chef Sushi Restaurant

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


value: 1233 Burrard Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 17m; stands (14 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 29 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: A cafe and delicatessen on Burrard Street in downtown Vancouver offering both indoor and outdoor seating. Serves vegetarian food options. Part of the downtown commercial district.

value: Maple Leaf Delicatessen Coffe Shop

detail: Vegetarian options available

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 1356 Marine Drive, North Vancouver, BC V7P 1T4

community: North Vancouver

value: Lion Hot Pot is a Chinese restaurant on Marine Drive in North Vancouver offering an extensive Szechuan and Cantonese-influenced menu with signature dishes including roasted fish, hot spicy pot, and roasted duck. Despite its name, the restaurant serves a broad range of stir-fries, noodle dishes, cold appetizers, and soups alongside its hot pot offerings. Online ordering with in-store pickup is available, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Lion Hot Pot

detail: Menu legend explicitly includes a 'vegetarian' label; multiple vegetarian dishes identified including Braised Tofu, Tomato and Egg, Potato with Vinegar Sauce, Sauteed Mixed Vegetables, and Stir-Fried Cabbage. No GF or vegan labeling mentioned

signal: Most mains $20-26; premium specialties $45-75 are outliers


value: 45585 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack

category: Groceries

community: Chilliwack

value: Save-On-Foods

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 17310 Parkinson Road

category: Accommodation

community: Port Renfrew

value: Wild Renfrew is a multi-unit coastal resort in Port Renfrew at the southern terminus of the West Coast Trail, where forest, river, and sea converge roughly two hours from Victoria. The property spans seaside cottages, forest-view domes, studios with hot tubs, and a hostel-style lodge, making it one of the more complete accommodation options at the remote western end of Vancouver Island. An on-site pub serves food and drinks year-round, which is notable given how few services exist in this area.

value: Wild Renfrew Seaside Cottages

detail: Renfrew Pub is on the property and described as open year-round for lunch, dinner, and drinks; the West Coast Trail Lodge is stated to be within walking distance of the pub

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Wild Renfrew seaside cottages with private hot tubs; $250-350 (cottage wing of the complex)

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 33341 South Fraser Way, V2S 2B2

community: Abbotsford

value: A neighborhood greengrocer in Chilliwack specializing in fresh produce and fruit. The shop focuses on quality produce items for the local community. It provides a convenient grocery stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Little Green Apple

wow_evidence: neighborhood greengrocer in Chilliwack


value: Central Kootenay, BC V0G 1M0, Canada

bike_access: rough

character: destination

energy: active

kid_friendly: neutral

label: wildflower bloom

months: July August

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Shutty Bench

source: camping

value: Refurbished fire lookout at high elevation above the Kootenays with sweeping panoramic views and seasonal wildflowers; reached by 11.9 km of 2WD forest service road, and listed as day-use only with no confirmed overnight amenities.

value: Buchanan Lookout Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Public Campground


community: Salmon Arm

value: Subway

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'subway'

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 1039 Cariboo Highway, V2G 2W3

community: Williams Lake

value: A&W

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'a&w'

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 20m; rack (4 spaces) at 64m; rack (5 spaces) at 74m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Langford

value: A fast-food restaurant in Victoria specializing in Korean cuisine and sushi. It provides a quick meal option for touring cyclists looking to refuel during rides in the area.

value: Kitchen Story Sushi & Korean Chicken


value: Mission, BC V4S 1C6, Canada

bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

energy: restorative

kid_friendly: yes

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

washroom_type: flush

community: Mission

value: Flat second-growth forest park on a small warm-water lake less than an hour from Vancouver, with a sandy beach, stocked trout fishing, and short trails; proximity to the city means busy weekends.

value: Rolley Lake Campground

ownership: Provincial park

wow_evidence: small warm-water lake... sandy beach... less than an hour from Vancouver


value: 1521 Canyon Street, Creston, V0B 1G5

community: Creston

value: Esso

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 1568 Chaplin Street, Crofton

community: Crofton

value: A motel in Crofton, BC providing overnight accommodation for travelers. Specific amenities for cyclists could not be verified due to website access limitations.

value: Croft Inn Motel

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 761 Water St, Hope, BC V0X 1L0

community: Hope

value: A Subway franchise in Hope, BC — a natural resupply stop for cyclists riding the Trans-Canada or Crowsnest Highway corridors through the Fraser Valley. The restaurant offers customizable sandwiches, wraps, and salads with fresh-baked bread, and supports order pickup and curbside delivery. Hope sits at a major junction of BC cycling routes, making this a practical option for fuelling up before or after a significant stretch of riding.

detail: Website highlights salads, wraps, and fresh-cut veggies as menu options

wow_evidence: Subway franchise in Hope, BC


value: 420 Richards Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2Z3

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (9 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 67m; stands (6 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: The Poke Guy is a Hawaiian-inspired poke and grill restaurant in downtown Vancouver, recognized as Canada's first restaurant partnering with Ocean Wise to serve sustainably sourced, wild-caught seafood. The menu centres on build-your-own poke bowls, Hawaiian hot plates, and poke wraps, all made with daily-fresh wild-caught fish and in-house marinades. With extensive vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options and a catering program, it offers a health-conscious and customizable meal for cyclists moving through the city core.

value: The Poke Guy

detail: Website confirms 'vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options'; catering FAQ states 'We offer vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options'; about page states 'nearly all of our marinades are gluten-free'; menu includes Fried Tofu Curry and Da Buddha bowl

signal: build-your-own poke bowls, Ocean Wise; ~$14-17


value: 4835 Marine Ave, Powell River, BC V8A 5T3

community: Powell River

value: The Beach Hut is a fast-food kiosk or counter-service eatery located on Marine Avenue in Powell River, BC, with its Facebook identity tied to Willingdon Beach — a popular stop along the Sunshine Coast. Its beachside setting makes it a natural rest point for cyclists riding the Powell River stretch of the Sunshine Coast route.

value: The Beach Hut


value: 944 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 85m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Urban Express Market is a convenience store located on Johnson Street in downtown Victoria, a busy corridor for both locals and visitors. Its central location makes it a potential quick-stop for touring cyclists moving through the city core. As a convenience-format grocery, it likely carries the basics a cyclist would need to resupply on the go.

value: Urban Express Market


value: 1599 Main St #1M0, Masset, BC V0T 1M0, Canada

community: Masset

value: The Ground is a cafe and coffee house in British Columbia's North Coast and Haida Gwaii region, a remote and strikingly scenic destination for touring cyclists. Its Facebook presence suggests it doubles as a gallery space, making it a cultural as well as culinary stop. Cyclists passing through this area will find few services, making this kind of community-oriented cafe a notable waypoint.

value: The Ground

region: Northern British Columbia

wow_evidence: The Ground Gallery Coffee House...doubles as a gallery space


value: 26633 Gloucester Way

community: Langley

value: Industrial Park Sandwich Works is a fast-food sandwich establishment in the Lower Mainland area. Information about specific facilities and amenities could not be verified.

value: Industrial Park Sandwich Works

wow_evidence: fast-food sandwich establishment


value: 16300 Morris Valley Road

label: fall salmon run

months: September October November

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: Harrison Mills

value: A large, supervised riverside campground on the banks of the Chehalis River in BC's Fraser Valley, reached by paved road; the main draw is steelhead and salmon fishing, with a forest trail down to the river.

value: Chehalis River Main Campground

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: explicitly welcomes 'bikers'…partnership with Sts'ailes First Nations


value: 3045 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 3J9

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; rack (6 spaces) at 50m; rack (5 spaces) at 51m; rack (6 spaces) at 60m; rack (5 spaces) at 60m; rack (4 spaces) at 71m; rack (4 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m. Total: 40 spaces.

blurb: Canada's pioneering contemporary gallery, on South Granville since 1965.

category: Attractions

community: Vancouver

value: Bau-Xi Gallery is one of Canada's oldest and most respected contemporary art galleries, founded in 1965 and situated on Vancouver's South Granville gallery strip. It shows a rotating programme of painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media by Canadian and international artists, with free admission. The Granville Street corridor is a natural waypoint for cyclists exploring the city's west side.

dwell: short

facet_confidence: high

planning: walk-up

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: art-culture

value: Bau-Xi Gallery

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: osm fee=no

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: One of Canada's oldest contemporary galleries (1965), free, on the South Granville strip.


value: 34651 97th Street

community: Oliver

value: A&W


value: 104-2940 Jutland Road, Victoria, BC V8T 5K6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wave (5 spaces) at 44m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Glo Restaurant + Lounge sits on the Selkirk Waterway in Victoria, just minutes from the Galloping Goose Regional Trail, making it a natural stop for cyclists on one of BC's most popular multi-use paths. The 180-degree wrap-around patio features heaters, blankets, and umbrellas for year-round outdoor dining with unobstructed waterway views. Executive Chef Andrew Fawcett's seasonally changing menu draws on local and global inspiration, with strong vegetarian and gluten-friendly representation throughout.

value: Glo Restaurant & Lounge

detail: Menu consistently marks items 'veg' (vegetarian) and 'gf' (gluten friendly) throughout starters, flatbreads, and other sections; e.g. Crispy Cauliflower + Potatoes (veg), Queso Jalapeño + Spinach Dip (gf + veg), Chicken Wings (gf)

confidence: low

signal: waterfront, named chef, apps $18-23/flatbreads $12-22; ~$32-45pp

wow_evidence: just minutes from the Galloping Goose Trail


value: 39400 Discovery Way, Squamish, V8B 0R5

community: Squamish

value: A three-level Sandman Hotels property in central Squamish, offering standard hotel accommodations with air conditioning and Wi-Fi. As a branded chain hotel, it provides reliable lodging for touring cyclists passing through the area, though specific bicycle storage policies require direct inquiry.

value: Sandman Hotel & Suites Squamish

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: chain 'sandman'

wow_evidence: branded chain hotel … reliable lodging for touring cyclists passing through


value: 18686 Fraser Highway, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: Peachwave Frozen Yogurt

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 500 North Road, Gabriola, V0R 1X3

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

community: Gabriola

value: Mad Rona's Coffee Bar is a contemporary west coast-inspired café located at Madrona Marketplace East on Gabriola Island, just walking distance from the BC Ferries terminal. The café serves house-made sandwiches, paninis, and scratch-baked goods alongside quality espresso sourced from Cobble Hill's Drumroaster Coffee, roasted in small batches and delivered fresh weekly. A licensed patio and free Wi-Fi make it a welcoming and practical stop for cyclists exploring the island.

value: Mad Rona's Coffee Bar

detail: Menu includes vegetarian items (Falafel Wrap, Veggie Patty with house-made patty and mozzarella, multiple veggie paninis); website states 'All sandwiches can be made on a gluten free wrap or bun.'

wow_evidence: walking distance from the BC Ferries terminal … free Wi-Fi make it a welcoming and practical stop for cyclists exploring the island


value: 65 East Sixth Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 69m; rack at 81m; rack at 84m.

blurb: New Westminster's new aquatic centre, təməsew̓txʷ (Sea Otter House).

community: New Westminster

value: A modern aquatic and community centre operated by the City of New Westminster, opened in April 2024. Its name, təməsew̓txʷ (Sea Otter House), reflects the city's commitment to Indigenous reconciliation. The three-storey facility with its distinctive sawtooth roof serves as a recreation and community hub in New Westminster's downtown area.

dwell: half

facet_confidence: med

planning: check-ahead

theme: recreation

value: təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre

ownership: Public

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: New (2024) aquatic centre — pool ladder 1/2.


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 48m. Total: 8 spaces.

blurb: Indigenous art and design shop in Fort Langley.

value: Spirit Bear Designs is an Indigenous art and design business in the Lower Mainland & Fraser Valley region of British Columbia. The name references the Spirit Bear, a rare white Kermode bear significant in First Nations culture of the BC coast. A visiting cyclist would likely find a gallery or shop featuring Indigenous-inspired artwork and designs.

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: low

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: Spirit Bear Designs

origin: manual

signal: Indigenous art/design retail business, not an admission venue

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Thin speculative record of an Indigenous art business — nothing confirmable.


category: Transport

value: Daily scheduled coach linking Trail, Nelson and Castlegar with Grand Forks, Greenwood, Midway, Rock Creek and Kelowna along Hwy 3/33 (Kootenays to Okanagan). Bicycles are not accepted on board or on a rack, and boxed bikes are not an exception (operator policy).

source: ptboard-icb

value: Silver City Stagelines

origin: transport

source: manual

subcategory: Bus / Public Transit

tier: unwelcome

wow_evidence: Intercity coach between Nelson and Kelowna


value: 312 Main Street, Vancouver, V6A 2T2

blurb: Francophone community services centre on Main Street.

value: La Boussole (French for 'the compass') is a Francophone community centre and NGO serving Vancouver's French-speaking community at 312 Main Street in the Downtown Eastside. As a community hub, it likely offers meeting spaces, programs, and services for local residents and newcomers. Touring cyclists passing through may find it a useful stop for local knowledge or basic facilities.

dwell: quick

theme: civic

value: La Boussole Centre Communautaire

wow_evidence: Francophone social-services NGO serving vulnerable residents — service centre, not a visitor attraction. Name typo in record.


value: 2000 Cranbrook St N, Cranbrook, BC V1C 3T1

community: Cranbrook

value: Travellers Motel is a 12-room motel in Cranbrook, BC, winner of a 2022 Traveller Review Award, offering standard and kitchen-equipped rooms alongside an on-site launderette and BBQ facilities. Situated 7 minutes from the airport, it lies close to the Mara Trail and within easy reach of Fort Steele and the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel. Its central East Kootenay location makes it a practical overnight base for cyclists passing through or exploring the region.

value: Travellers Motel

detail: On-site launderette explicitly mentioned on the About Us page

wow_evidence: 2022 Traveller Review Award... on-site launderette and BBQ facilities


bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: A&W


value: 3106 Northwest Bay Road, Nanoose Bay, BC V9P 9E6

community: Nanoose Bay

value: Rusted Rake Brewing is a farm-to-tap craft brewery and gourmet eatery on a working farm in Nanoose Bay, where the barley for its beers is grown on-site alongside honey, berries, garlic, and herbs used in the kitchen. The brewery has been voted Best Brewery Food Program in BC two years running by Growler Readers' Choice Awards, and its seasonal tap list reflects whatever is growing on the farm at any given time. Set between the sea and fields of barley, the grass patio and farmhouse setting make it a standout experiential stop on Vancouver Island's craft beer trail.

value: Rusted Rake Brewing

detail: FAQ page explicitly lists GF options: Chips and Dip, Burnt Ends, Mushroom Calamari, Moroccan Chickpea, Pulled Pork Tacos, and Sweet Potato Salad; celiac accommodations available on request via server

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


community: Prince Rupert

value: The Bargain! Shop


value: 4850 Beaver Creek Road

community: Port Alberni

value: The Ocean Marina Hotel is a 42-room, 100% non-smoking property in Port Alberni, BC, located just off Pacific Rim Highway 4 near Clutesi Haven Marina and Sproat Lake Provincial Park. The hotel features onsite dining at Bucksnort's Bar & Grill and Creekers Pub, plus an onsite Creekers Beer & Wine store, making it a self-contained stop after a long day on the road. Free large-vehicle parking and 24/7 coin-operated laundry add practical convenience for touring cyclists passing through the Alberni Valley.

value: Ocean Marina Hotel

detail: Coin-operated laundry on the 2nd floor, open 24/7

detail: Onsite Bucksnort's Bar & Grill and Creekers Pub both offer lunch, dinner, and drinks on the hotel property

signal: Name is Ocean Marina Hotel - former Howard Johnson, appears rebranded/independent now; 42-room Port Alberni property w/ pub, ~$110-150

wow_evidence: 42-room, 100% non-smoking property... onsite dining at Bucksnort's Bar & Grill and Creekers Pub


value: 8220 120th St. Surrey, BC V3W 3N4

value: ChongQing is a long-established Szechuan-style Chinese restaurant in Surrey, BC, with over twenty years of operation focused on authentic spicy and flavourful dishes. The restaurant offers both dine-in and takeout, with featured items including Honey Garlic Sliced Pork and Noodle Soup with Mixed Meat & Seafood. It sits in a strip-mall plaza on 120th Street (Scott Road), a major arterial route through South Surrey and Delta.

value: Chongqing

signal: Szechuan Chinese; ~$16-24pp


value: 2807 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2G7

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; rack (5 spaces) at 61m; rack (5 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; rack (3 spaces) at 69m; rack (10 spaces) at 76m; rack (3 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m. Total: 40 spaces.

value: Pho Japolo is a proudly family-run Vietnamese and Japanese fusion restaurant operating since 1995, with the Kitsilano outpost anchoring a four-location Lower Mainland chain. The menu spans hearty beef noodle soups with a range of traditional pho combinations alongside inventive sushi creations like sushi pizza and sushi burgers. Regulars highlight the generous portions, warm homey atmosphere, and reliably consistent food as reasons to keep coming back.

value: Pho Japolo

detail: Menu page notes 'for take-out, only large available' under the pho section, confirming takeout service

signal: Pho shop (sit-down format); category rule applies regardless of marketing language

wow_evidence: four-location Lower Mainland chain


value: 5143 Canoe Pass Way

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 15m; rack (2 spaces) at 16m; rack (2 spaces) at 16m; rack (2 spaces) at 17m; rack (2 spaces) at 17m; lockers (secure) at 19m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Beach Grove

value: Walmart Supercenter in Tsawwassen is a large-format general merchandise and full grocery store close to the BC Ferries Tsawwassen terminal, making it a convenient resupply point for cyclists arriving from or heading to Vancouver Island or the Gulf Islands. The Supercenter format means touring cyclists can source groceries, clothing, camping basics, and other supplies under one roof. It is one of the larger retail options in the South Delta area.

value: Walmart


value: 417 Front Street Mews, New Westminster, BC V3L 1A4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 74m.

value: Mükasi Coffee Roasters is a North Vancouver–based specialty coffee roaster offering a range of single-origin and blended whole-bean coffees sourced from Ethiopia, Vietnam, Guatemala, Honduras, and Indonesia. Their lineup spans bold espresso blends to delicate floral washed naturals, with an emphasis on traceable origins and cupping notes. The business operates an active online store with local delivery and Canada-wide shipping.

value: Mükasi Coffee Roasters

wow_evidence: website is entirely e-commerce and delivery focused with no mention of a physical storefront, café, or walk-in retail space


value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 7563 Pettyjohn Road, Lone Butte, BC, V0K 1X3

community: Deka Lake

value: Moosehaven Resort is a seasonal lakeside retreat on Hathaway Lake near 100 Mile House, offering heated lakefront cabins with full kitchens and 33 serviced RV sites along popular touring routes toward Banff, Whistler, and Alaska. The resort has operated for over 20 years and is known for its quiet, wildlife-rich setting and explicitly inclusive, everyone-friendly culture. Touring cyclists will find laundry, strong fiber-optic Wi-Fi across the whole property, and on-site kayak and canoe rentals.

value: Moosehaven Resort

detail: Website lists laundry facilities on-site

signal: Heated lakefront cabins w/ full kitchens, ~$130-180


value: 5031 Steveston Hwy, Richmond, BC V7E 2K5

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 6m; rack at 13m.

community: Richmond

value: O'Hare's is a combined gastropub and liquor store serving the Steveston neighbourhood of Richmond, BC. The gastropub side offers a full food menu with dine-in service, while the attached retail store covers alcohol purchases to go. Its location on Steveston Highway places it within easy reach of the South Richmond dyke cycling network and the historic Steveston waterfront.

value: O'Hare's Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: #408, 100 Schoolhouse St, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6V9

community: Coquitlam

value: Narita Sushi is a Japanese restaurant in Coquitlam serving sushi, aburi, sashimi, and Japanese comfort foods with both dine-in and takeout options. Described by customers as a hidden gem, it is known for its modern take on classic Japanese dishes using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The booth-style seating and friendly staff make it a welcoming stop for cyclists passing through Coquitlam.

value: Narita Sushi

signal: sushi/aburi, prices lower side of average; ~$15-24pp


value: 1299 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (5 spaces) at 54m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons on Robson Street is a Canadian coffee chain staple situated in Vancouver's West End, close to the Stanley Park seawall cycling routes. It serves fresh-brewed coffee made with 100% Arabica beans, a range of baked goods including Timbits and donuts, and light meals such as breakfast wraps and soups. Indoor seating and WiFi access make it a practical urban rest stop for cyclists passing through downtown Vancouver.

detail: Menu includes non-meat options (soups, baked goods, wraps)

wow_evidence: Canadian coffee chain staple


value: 15775 Croydon Drive, Surrey, V3Z 2L6

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack at 16m; rack at 22m; rack at 37m; rack at 42m; rack at 47m; rack at 55m; rack at 57m; rack at 100m.

value: Chipotle is a fast-casual Mexican chain in South Surrey offering fully customizable burritos, bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and salads built from responsibly sourced ingredients with no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. The company's 'Food with Integrity' philosophy emphasizes sustainable and humane farming practices across its compact, whole-ingredient menu. Both indoor seating and a patio are available, making it a practical stop for a filling, customizable meal on a longer ride.

value: Chipotle

detail: Website describes a fully customizable menu with beans, rice, and vegetable toppings

signal: chain 'chipotle'

detail: Not contradicted by website

wow_evidence: Chipotle is a fast-casual Mexican chain … confirmed active location at 15775 Croydon Dr, Surrey


value: 2540 Sturdies Bay Road, V0N 1P0

community: Galiano

value: A cafe and bakery on Galiano Island serving coffee and baked goods to visitors. Listed in the local dining directory as a community gathering spot. Offers casual refreshments to touring cyclists exploring the island.

value: Sturdies Bay Cafe and Bakery

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: cafe and bakery on Galiano Island ... community gathering spot


value: 132 Lower Ganges Road

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 66m; rack at 78m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Ganges

value: Salt Spring Inn is a hotel and restaurant located in Ganges, the main village on Salt Spring Island, BC—a popular destination on the Southern Gulf Islands cycling circuit. The inn combines guestrooms with a full-service restaurant offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner, making it a convenient base for cyclists arriving by BC Ferries. Its central Ganges location puts it within reach of island trails, shops, and the Saturday farmers market.

value: Salt Spring Inn

detail: On-site restaurant serves dinner; menu

signal: village inn with restaurant, Ganges; rooms typically $160-220 shoulder


value: 101 – 5200 Anderson Way, Vernon, BC

community: Vernon

value: Wings Vernon is a branch of a BC-based chain known for award-winning chicken wings in 28 globally inspired flavours. Designated as 'food primary, all ages welcome,' it operates as a full sit-down restaurant with an extensive menu of burgers, pastas, salads, and a full bar. Located in a commercial strip at Anderson Way, it would make a convenient refuelling stop for cyclists passing through Vernon.

value: Wings

detail: Menu lists 'CAULI' WINGERZ' (cauliflower, vegetarian option) and 'GLUTEN-SMART' wings; allergy guide also referenced

signal: Wings $12, pastas/bowls $18, fish & chips $22, steak sandwich $24


value: 7538 Royal Oak Avenue, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 59m; stands (3 spaces) at 95m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: A Chinese and Taiwanese restaurant in Burnaby offering indoor seating for a sit-down dining experience. Suitable as a meal break for touring cyclists.

value: Sasaya Bistro

signal: Chinese/Taiwanese bistro; $15-25/person


value: Ponderosa Commons, 6488 University Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (12 spaces) at 5m; stands (24 spaces, covered) at 33m; stands (covered) at 42m; stands at 59m; stands (covered) at 59m; stands at 66m; stands at 94m. Total: 36 spaces.

community: University Hill

value: Mercante is an Italian restaurant in UBC's Ponderosa Commons, serving made-to-order traditional pizzas cooked in a stone hearth oven alongside pastas, salads, desserts, and specialty coffees. Part of UBC Food Services, it is one of more than 30 campus dining locations and caters primarily to the university community. Its location on the UBC campus makes it a convenient stop for cyclists exploring the university grounds or the Pacific Spirit Regional Park area.

value: Mercante

signal: campus Italian pizzeria; ~$14-22pp

wow_evidence: Part of UBC Food Services, one of more than 30 campus dining locations


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 69m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 99m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Bubble Waffle Cafe

signal: bubble waffle dessert cafe; ~$8-14


value: 1099 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 5m; stands (1 space) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 96m. Total: 23 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


blurb: Site of Fort McLeod (1805), the first permanent European post west of the Rockies in BC.

community: McLeod Lake

value: Fort McLeod Provincial Historic Park is a BC Parks-managed nature reserve in Northern BC. The park carries provincial historic designation, suggesting cultural or heritage significance at this remote location. Touring cyclists travelling through the region may find it a worthwhile stop along what would otherwise be a sparsely serviced corridor.

theme: history

value: Fort McLeod Provincial Historic Park

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Site of Fort McLeod (1805) — the first permanent European settlement west of the Rockies in present-day BC (own knowledge; record text thin); modest interpretive visit.


value: 682 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G1

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 13m; stands (5 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m. Total: 27 spaces.

value: AVIK is a tech-driven franchise specialty coffee shop on West Broadway offering espresso drinks crafted with beans from Moving Coffee Roastery, locally sourced high-grade teas, and artisanal pastries baked in-house daily. The brand blends a digital-first experience — including a mobile app with an order-ahead and rewards system — with a self-described fun, vibrant atmosphere. It sits in a busy urban neighbourhood convenient to cyclists travelling the Broadway corridor.

value: Avik Bakery


value: #4 - 180 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2T5

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Giovanni's Ristorante is a well-established Italian restaurant in downtown Qualicum Beach offering three distinct experiences under one roof: an elegant fine-dining room, a casual lounge with a front patio open May through October, and phone-order pizza takeout. The kitchen makes dishes in-house using what the restaurant describes as only the best ingredients, with an extensive menu spanning antipasti, fresh pasta, and house-specialty pizzas beloved by locals and tourists alike. It is a proud community sponsor and situates itself among other downtown Qualicum Beach businesses, making it a natural stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Giovanni's Lounge

detail: Website lists 'Pizza Takeout Pickup' as a third service mode; orders by phone only at 250-752-6693 / 250-594-6693

signal: Italian fine-dining room, apps $15-20; ~$35-50pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 3896 Carey Road

community: Saanich


community: Langley


community: Kamloops

value: Blenz

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

subcategory: Café / Coffee


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: wave (3 spaces) at 81m; wave (3 spaces) at 88m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Mr. Pretzels


value: 1002 5th Avenue, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0

community: Valemount

value: The Caribou Grill is a fine-dining restaurant in Valemount, BC, built by owners Patricia and Rudi Thoni as an authentic log structure and open since 1999. Its interior features wildlife mounts, native artifacts, leather art, and high-back chairs that evoke a backcountry lodge atmosphere. Valemount sits at the midpoint of the Yellowhead corridor between Vancouver and Edmonton, positioning the Caribou Grill as a notable dining destination for cyclists heading to or from Mount Robson Provincial Park.

value: Caribou Grill Restaurant

detail: Menu page lists a dedicated 'Vegetarian & Vegan' section alongside standard menu categories

signal: Self-labeled fine dining with wine program, no prices visible


value: 15933 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V4N 0Y3

community: Surrey

value: D-Plus Pizza is a locally owned and operated multi-location pizza chain that blends classic pizza with Indian-inspired menu items such as butter chicken, fish pakora, and paneer pizza. Originally launched as D Hut Pizza in the Fraser Valley, the brand grew to five locations across Surrey and Delta while emphasizing fresh ingredients and natural cheeses. The Fraser Highway location serves as one of several pickup and delivery hubs for the Lower Mainland.

value: D-Plus Pizza


value: 102-31549 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2T 1T8

community: Abbotsford

value: Gian's Indian Cuisine is a sit-down Indian restaurant located on South Fraser Way in Chilliwack, BC. It sits along a main arterial corridor that cycling tourists travelling through the Fraser Valley may pass through. Beyond its cuisine type, no additional details about the dining experience or facilities could be confirmed.

value: Gian's Indian Cuisine

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

wow_evidence: registered domain gians.ca is actively listed for sale on Dynadot


value: 13795 70 Avenue, Surrey, V3W 0E1

blurb: Newton's public library branch.

value: Newton Branch is a 15,800 sq ft public library operated by Surrey Libraries in the Newton neighbourhood of Surrey. The branch is fully accessible and offers free public Wi-Fi, computers, a scanner, and mobile printing services. A 24-hour book return is available, and the branch hosts local artists and regularly scheduled community programs.

value: Newton Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 2257 Kingsway, Vancouver, V5N 2T6

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 18m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 45m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 47m; stands (5 spaces) at 64m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Starlight Kitchen is a Chinese restaurant located on Kingsway in East Vancouver, one of the city's most active and diverse dining corridors. Situated in unit 206 of a multi-unit building, it serves the dense residential and commercial neighbourhood around the Kingsway and Victoria corridor. Cyclists passing through this part of Vancouver on routes connecting Commercial Drive to Burnaby will find it along a well-travelled urban cycling route.

value: Starlight Kitchen

signal: Chinese, Kingsway; ~$15-25pp


value: 532 West Broadway, Vancouver, V5Z 1E9

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 13m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 46m; rack (covered) at 49m; stands (4 spaces) at 58m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 59m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 61m; rack at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (20 spaces, covered) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (6 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (6 spaces) at 98m. Total: 69 spaces.

value: Chipotle


value: 1925 Main Street, Fruitvale, V0G 1L0

community: Fruitvale

value: Petro-Canada


value: 6255 River Road, Delta, BC V4K 0B2

community: Delta

value: RiverHouse is a family-owned restaurant, pub, and marina on the banks of the Fraser River that has served the Delta community since 1997. It features what it describes as the largest heated patios in Delta, with sweeping waterfront views and year-round sunsets alongside an active marina. Touring cyclists on River Road will find a full-service destination with a genuine sense of local character in the heart of Ladner.

value: RiverHouse Restaurant & Pub

signal: riverfront restaurant & pub; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: family-owned restaurant, pub, and marina on the banks of the Fraser River… since 1997… largest heated patios in Delta


value: 1409 Marine Drive

community: North Vancouver

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 5765 Glover Rd, Langley, BC V3A 8M8, Canada

value: A cafe in British Columbia with a social media presence. Limited information is available from the business's Instagram page. It appears to be open and accessible for touring cyclists seeking a refreshment stop.

value: Twins Coffee


value: 1505 Cariboo Highway, Williams Lake, BC V2G 2W3

community: Williams Lake

value: Lakeside Motel is a 32-room independent motel on Highway 97 (the Cariboo Highway) in Williams Lake, a significant waypoint on north-south cycling routes through BC's Cariboo region. Rooms include microwaves, refrigerators, and flat-screen TVs, and the property features a picnic area and BBQ grills — practical amenities for cyclists needing to cook or rest. Pets are welcome, free on-site parking is available, and the motel is within a short distance of Scout Island Nature Centre and other local attractions.

value: Lakeside Motel

detail: Website lists 'laundry facilities' as an available on-site amenity

detail: Website nearby-places section lists The Laughing Loon (bar, 0.8 mi) and Oliver Street Bar & Grill (bar, 1.5 mi)

detail: Website amenities page lists 'Vending Machine (Drinks)'; front page also lists 'Vending machines' as a facility

detail: Website states 'high-speed, unlimited Wi-Fi connection' free of charge in all rooms

signal: bare motel, no chain

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: laundry facilities, vending machines, free Wi-Fi, BBQ facilities


value: 3790 Blythe-Rhone Road, Westbridge, BC V0H 1Y0

label: rainbow trout fishing

months: May June July

community: Westbridge

value: Secluded lake in the Okanagan Highland east of Osoyoos, ringed by western larch and lodgepole pine, popular for rainbow trout fishing, swimming, and viewpoint hikes; both access routes are narrow, winding forest service roads (16–26 km from the highway) unsuitable for low-clearance vehicles.

value: Little Dipper Hideaway B&B & Campground

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: access routes are narrow, winding forest service roads (16–26 km from the highway) unsuitable for low-clearance vehicles; name mismatch with BC Parks page


value: 386 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2B2

bike_parking_detail: 25 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (12 spaces) at 39m; stands (12 spaces) at 50m; stands (3 spaces) at 50m; stands (5 spaces) at 55m; stands (21 spaces) at 57m; stands (21 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; bollard (2 spaces) at 82m; bollard (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; bollard (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 120 spaces.

value: Pressato is a European-inspired sandwich shop on Vancouver's busy Robson Street, built around house-baked focaccia made daily from five simple, preservative-free ingredients. Owner Stefan's menu spans Italian, French, Spanish, and Portuguese flavours across focaccia sandwiches, paninis, hand-crafted coffee, and fresh pastries. The shop offers both indoor and outdoor seating and accepts catering orders, making it a solid mid-ride refuelling stop in the heart of downtown Vancouver.

value: Pressato

detail: Menu marks vegetarian items with '(V)' — Caprese and Amalfi focaccia sandwiches confirmed vegetarian; no vegan designation found on site

signal: cuisine=sandwich

wow_evidence: Owner Stefan's menu... house-baked focaccia made daily from five simple, preservative-free ingredients


community: Whistler

value: Functional Pi Pizzeria is a Whistler pizza shop blending East Coast inspiration — classic New York-style slices and Detroit-style pan crust — made with house-prepared dough and premium imported ingredients. The menu offers a range of creative specialty pies alongside a fully customizable build-your-own option. Touring cyclists can stop in for a filling dine-in meal or grab a takeout order to fuel up on the road.

value: Functional Pi Pizzeria

detail: Website states 'PICKUP ONLY' in the header and 'dine-in or take-out' in the body copy

detail: Website states 'Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-friendly options are available.' Specific vegan items include Vegan Mos Def (vegan cheese, Beyond Meat Italian Sausage) and a vegan option on the Greek Garden pizza

signal: cuisine=pizza

wow_evidence: Whistler pizza shop blending East Coast inspiration...house-prepared dough and premium imported ingredients


value: 1992 B Peninsula Rd, Ucluelet, BC

community: Ucluelet

value: Big Wave Cafe is a surf-themed espresso bar and breakfast café on Peninsula Road in Ucluelet, fueling visitors with locally roasted coffee and breakfast sandwiches and bowls made with island ingredients. Founded by chef Chris Bennett, it is positioned as a launching pad for days on the beach or trails, located next to Howler's Restaurant near the Petro-Can Gas Station. A touring cyclist stopping here will find a casual, welcoming atmosphere tailored to outdoor adventurers heading into Pacific Rim country.

value: Big Wave Café1

detail: Website offers an online menu and online ordering: 'Click to view the current seasonal menu or order online.'

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 1267 Pacific Street

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 47m; stands (8 spaces) at 54m; stands (8 spaces) at 68m; stands (8 spaces) at 69m. Total: 32 spaces.

value: Red Robin

signal: chain 'red robin'


blurb: Natural open space in Kelowna's upper canyon area.

community: Kelowna

value: Upper Canyon Open Space is a nature reserve managed by the City of Kelowna, situated in the upper canyon area of the city. As a publicly accessible open space, it offers natural terrain that may appeal to cyclists looking to explore Kelowna's canyon landscapes on foot or by trail. The area is part of Kelowna's parks and beaches network.

value: Upper Canyon Open Space

wow_evidence: Municipal open space; thin record.


value: 1545 Lougheed Highway, Port Coquitlam

community: Port Coquitlam

value: A 99-room full-service hotel in Port Coquitlam, about 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver, with East and West wing rooms ranging from standard queens to themed suites and a kitchen suite. The hotel offers a dining restaurant, room service, lounge, and a fitness centre with sauna on-site. A past testimonial from the Tour de Fox Pacific Northwest charity cycling ride confirms the property has hosted touring cyclists.

value: Poco Inn & Suites Hotel & Conference Centre

signal: 99-room full-service hotel with restaurant, Port Coquitlam; $150-200

wow_evidence: fitness centre with sauna on-site… testimonial from the Tour de Fox Pacific Northwest charity cycling ride


value: 7154 Sperling Avenue, Burnaby

community: Burnaby

value: The business at this address appears to operate as Singapore Hawker Restaurant, an authentic Singaporean and Malaysian hawker-style eatery whose chef brings over 25 years of dedicated experience in these cuisines. The menu is built around bold, shared plates — curries, claypots, satays, and noodles — drawing on both Singaporean and Malaysian traditions. The Burnaby location was recognized on DoorDash's Canada's 50 Most Loved All Stars list for 2022.

value: Pearl Hot Pot

signal: Main dishes $20–23; hawker restaurant, casual family dining


value: 103-2102 Nicola Avenue, Merritt

community: Merritt

value: Mongos Mongolian Grill is a Mongolian-cuisine restaurant located on Nicola Avenue in downtown Merritt. It offers dine-in service for touring cyclists and other travelers passing through the area. The restaurant operates as a full-service establishment.

value: Mongos Mongolian Grill

signal: Mongolian grill, full-service; ~$18-28pp


blurb: Canyon park along the Capilano River below Cleveland Dam.

value: Capilano River Regional Park is a Metro Vancouver regional park and nature reserve in North Vancouver, tagged in OSM as wooded natural land along the Capilano River. It is a major green space destination on the North Shore, offering a natural contrast to the urban cycling routes of the surrounding area. Touring cyclists passing through North Vancouver would find it a notable landscape waypoint, though specific on-site facilities could not be verified from available sources.

label: salmon run

months: September October

value: Capilano River Regional Park

wow_evidence: Major North Shore canyon park (hatchery, Cleveland Dam, river trails) — regional reference green space.


value: 1861 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5N 4A6

value: Erbil Restaurant is a Mediterranean and Turkish kebab house on Vancouver's vibrant Commercial Drive, named after the ancient city of Erbil in Iraqi Kurdistan and serving dishes rooted in Kurdistani and Turkish culinary traditions. The menu spans grilled skewer kebabs, shawarma, dolma, slow-cooked lamb shank, oven-grilled fish, pide, and an elaborate Turkish breakfast spread. A touring cyclist will find generous, hearty plates and a 24-hour operation that keeps the kitchen open regardless of arrival time.

value: Erbil Restaurant

detail: Menu includes Veggie Plate (steamed broccoli, carrots, boiled potatoes, pida), Veggie Pide, Falafel Plate, hummus, and multiple salad/soup options that are vegetarian

signal: cuisine=kebab


value: 5315 Big White Rd, Kelowna, BC V1P 1T4, Canada

blurb: Big White resort village east of Kelowna; summer bike park and guided eBike tours.

community: Big White

value: Big White is a major four-season mountain resort in the Okanagan Highlands east of Kelowna, primarily known as a ski destination but operating a summer bike park and guided eBike tours through alpine terrain. The resort village is largely self-contained, with restaurants, food trucks, a market, medical services, shopping, and a range of accommodation. For cycling tourists, it functions as a destination attraction with lift-accessed mountain biking and organized eBike experiences.

dwell: day

label: Peak ski season

months: December January February March

season: winter

theme: adventure

value: Big White Ski Resort

detail: Website lists 'Restaurants, Food Trucks & Market' and 'Order Groceries Online' under Food & Dining in the summer season navigation

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: Lift tickets required; major ski resort charges $35+

wow_evidence: Major four-season resort with summer bike park and eBike tours; day-enhancing village stop for a touring cyclist. Filed as Community Centre.


value: 2013 Foul Bay Road

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 68m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 80m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 82m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 92m. Total: 23 spaces.

community: Oak Bay

value: DQ Grill & Chill

signal: chain 'dq'


value: 5827 Schooner Way, Pender Island

community: Pender Island

value: A coffee and bakery cafe located on Pender Island's Schooner Way. Serves the local community and provides a convenient rest stop for touring cyclists exploring the Gulf Islands.

value: Slow Coast Coffee


value: 1620 Powick Road

value: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kelowna - East is a chain hotel located on Powick Road in Kelowna. Offers Wi-Fi access. As a standard chain property, it provides reliable accommodation for touring cyclists.

signal: chain 'holiday inn express'

wow_evidence: standard chain property


value: 6645 Somenos Road, Duncan

community: Duncan

value: Deol Family Estate Winery is a family-owned estate operation on an 18-acre vineyard in North Cowichan, growing vines since 1984 and producing wines entirely from estate-grown grapes—Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Marechal Foch, and Gamay Noir—with all steps from harvest to bottling done on-site. Touring cyclists can stop at the tasting room and wine shop, and a patio picnic area with tables invites visitors to bring their own lunch and linger over a glass amid vineyard scenery. The winery also sells wines online and at the Cowichan Farmer's Market.

value: Deol Family Estate Winery

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

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


value: 1172 Alberni St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (6 spaces) at 46m; stands (6 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; rack (5 spaces) at 91m; rack (5 spaces) at 96m. Total: 36 spaces.

value: Kirin Restaurant is a long-established fine Chinese dining institution that has operated from its original Alberni Street location in Downtown Vancouver since 1987. The restaurant is known for handcrafted dim sum, whole abalone, Peking duck, and Cantonese seafood dishes prepared by internationally trained chefs using local BC ingredients. EnRoute Magazine has called it 'posh, comfortable and smoothly run' with a vast menu, making it a notable sit-down dining destination in the city core.

value: Kirin Restaurant

detail: Website menu lists 'Roasted Suckling Pig Special Set Menu (take out only)' and describes home delivery and store pickup options for frozen dim sum and entrées

detail: Downtown Vancouver menu page lists a dedicated 'Gluten Free Menu (無麩質菜譜)'

signal: fine Chinese, abalone/Peking duck/seafood; ~$40-70pp


value: 10740 McDonald Park Road, North Saanich, BC V8L 5S5

washroom_type: pit

community: North Saanich

value: A forested Parks Canada drive-in campground minutes from the Swartz Bay ferry terminal, with bike-friendly walk-in sites and direct access to the Lochside Cycling Trail linking Swartz Bay to downtown Victoria; expect some road noise from the adjacent highway.

value: Smonećten (McDonald) Campground

ownership: National park

wow_evidence: Bike-friendly walk-in sites close to entrance in pleasant wooded area … Great access to the Lochside Cycling Trail


value: 736 View Street, Unit A, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 99m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Empire Donuts is a scratch-made donut shop with a small chain of locations in Victoria and Duncan, operating under the motto 'A Hole Lotta' Love.' All donuts are made by hand from quality ingredients and sold until they run out each day. The View Street shop sits in central Victoria, making it a convenient sugar-and-carb stop for urban cyclists.

value: Empire Donuts


value: 1173 Government Street, Penticton, V2A 4V3

community: Penticton

value: A liquor store on Government Street in Penticton's downtown. Limited website information is available due to a failed prefetch, preventing verification of cycling-specific amenities.

value: Government Street Liquor Store


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 58m; rack (6 spaces) at 87m. Total: 16 spaces.

value: Stuffies Pastries brings a South Korean-inspired pastry concept to Metro Vancouver, specialising in animal-shaped, waffle-like treats stuffed with custard crème, jam, and buttercream fillings. The brand holds exclusive Canadian rights to the DeliManjoo automatic baking machines that produce the signature pastry, and has grown to three locations across North Vancouver, Metrotown (Burnaby), and Guildford (Surrey). Beyond pastries, the menu includes coffee, soft-serve, and sandwiches, salads, and soups — making it a viable quick-stop for a touring cyclist moving through Metro Vancouver.

value: Stuffies Pastries

detail: Website menu pages show individual add-to-cart options for all products with no dine-in option referenced

detail: Website /stuffies page lists a '24 Pieces Reg. Vegan/GF' product variant, confirming both vegan and gluten-free pastry options are offered


value: 109 South Shore Road, Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 14m; rack at 84m.

community: Lake Cowichan

value: Jake's at the Lake is a year-round waterfront restaurant on the shores of Lake Cowichan, housed in a classic woody cabin with high ceilings and large windows framing open lake views. Part of the Craig Street Hospitality Group, it serves bold West Coast cuisine with daily seasonal features crafted by an in-house culinary team. The waterfront patio explicitly welcomes boaters, hikers, and families, making it a natural rest stop for cyclists exploring the Cowichan Valley.

value: Jake's at the Lake

detail: Multiple dishes offer fried tofu as a protein substitute: Korean Kimchi Bowl and Ginger Rice Bowl both list 'marinated, fried tofu' as a choice alongside meat options

signal: cuisine=burger

wow_evidence: year-round waterfront restaurant on the shores of Lake Cowichan … Part of the Craig Street Hospitality Group … waterfront patio explicitly welcomes boaters, hikers, and families


value: 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 4S1

blurb: 900-seat outdoor amphitheatre in Town Centre Park.

community: Coquitlam

value: TD Community Plaza is an impressive outdoor amphitheater within Town Centre Park in Coquitlam, serving as the focal point for large community events like Canada Day celebrations and a summer concert series. The venue seats a minimum of 900 people and features barrier-free access, with seating and layout that take advantage of the park's natural slopes. When not hosting events, it functions as a passive public park space open year-round.

label: Summer Concert Series & Canada Day

months: June July August

value: TD Community Plaza

ownership: Nonprofit / community

signal: Municipal park plaza with free year-round public access

wow_evidence: Outdoor amphitheatre in Town Centre Park — park feature, event-conditional.


value: 3000 Louie Drive

community: Westbank

value: Liquor Depot


value: 1465 Naramata Road, V2A 8X2

value: Founded in 2019 by the South African Joubert family, Wesbert Winery cultivates over a dozen grape varieties on two Naramata Bench vineyards to produce award-winning wines, including a Double Gold Merlot. The winery sits near the road crossing of the Kettle Valley Rail Trail and describes itself as a favourite among cyclists and hikers. Visitors can book a tasting, enjoy wood-fired pizza on the terrace, or stay overnight in one of three guest suites overlooking the Okanagan hills.

value: Wesbert Winery

signal: Naramata Bench winery tasting

detail: Patio stated: 'a terrace where guests can savour a pizza and a glass of wine while enjoying the scenic views' (winery's Wines of BC profile)

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: near the road crossing of the Kettle Valley Rail (KVR) Trail, making it a favourite among cyclists and hikers alike


value: 2271 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, V1Y 6H2

value: Taco Bell on Harvey Avenue is a Tex-Mex fast-food chain restaurant serving tacos, burritos, Crunchwrap Supremes, and other familiar menu staples with dine-in and takeout available. A dedicated Veggie Cravings Menu offers vegetarian options such as the Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito. Situated on Kelowna's main commercial corridor, it is a convenient and affordable calorie stop for cyclists moving through the city.

value: Taco Bell

detail: Website states 'the Veggie Cravings Menu has indulgent vegetarian items like the Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito.'

signal: chain 'taco bell'


value: 1132 Alberni St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; rack (5 spaces) at 99m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Din Tai Fung is an internationally acclaimed Taiwanese restaurant chain renowned for its meticulously hand-folded xiao long bao, with this Vancouver location opening in May 2025 on the second floor of the Carmana Hotel building in downtown. The restaurant sits roughly 15 minutes on foot from the Canada Place cruise terminal and offers a full menu spanning dumplings, noodles, soups, and desserts, with explicit vegan and vegetarian options including vegan dumplings and wontons.

value: Din Tai Fung

detail: Website confirms vegetarian and vegan dishes (Vegan Dumplings, Vegan Spicy Wontons, Vegan Noodles, Vegetable and Mushroom Xiao Long Bao, etc.); menu page notes gluten-free dishes exist but cross-contact with allergens may occur due to shared equipment

signal: Din Tai Fung xiaolongbao chain; ~$20-30pp

wow_evidence: internationally acclaimed Taiwanese restaurant chain … Vancouver location opening in May 2025


value: 103-680 Berwick Rd. S, Qualicum Beach, BC

community: Qualicum Beach

value: True North Distilleries is a craft distillery in Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island, producing Canadian whiskeys (including the 54-40 and 54-40 10 reserve series), gin (Djinneh), and absinthe. They offer bookable tasting experiences for both whiskey and absinthe, and run a Barrel Buyers Club allowing enthusiasts to purchase shares in aging barrels with custom-labeled bottles at maturity. A retail store on site sells their spirits range.

value: True North Distilleries

signal: Craft distillery bookable tastings

wow_evidence: craft distillery in Qualicum Beach...tasting experiences for both whiskey and absinthe


value: 760 Campbell Street, Tofino, BC, V0R 2Z0, Canada

community: Tofino

value: Meares Vista Inn is a family-owned and operated motel on Campbell Street in Tofino, open since 2012 and self-described as 'simply clean and comfortable.' It offers four room configurations — Single Queen, Queen Suite, Upper Double Queen, and Lower Double Queen — and bills itself as an unpretentious, relaxed base for exploring Tofino's beaches and surrounding coastal wilderness. The owners also support local staff by providing space for RV living on the property.

value: Meares Vista Inn

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: family-owned and operated motel… simply clean and comfortable


value: Unit 120, 1878 McCallum Road, Abbotsford, V2S 0H9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 23m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Mary Brown's is a 100% Canadian-owned fast food chain founded in St. John's, Newfoundland in 1969, now operating nearly 300 locations coast-to-coast. The chain specialises in hand-cut, hand-breaded fried chicken using fresh Canada Grade A chicken, hand-cut 'Taters' from whole Canadian-grown potatoes, and handmade coleslaw prepared daily in each store. The Abbotsford location on McCallum Road is a takeout-oriented stop in a strip-mall unit.

value: Mary Brown's

signal: chain 'mary brown'

wow_evidence: nearly 300 locations coast-to-coast


value: 3587 Blanshard Street, V8Z 0B9

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 24m; bollard (4 spaces) at 33m; bollard (2 spaces) at 46m; bollard (2 spaces) at 49m; bollard (4 spaces) at 60m; bollard (4 spaces) at 68m; rack (6 spaces) at 70m; bollard (4 spaces) at 77m; bollard (4 spaces) at 84m; rack (6 spaces) at 95m; bollard (2 spaces) at 96m; bollard (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 46 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Whole Foods Market is a large natural and organic supermarket chain location in Victoria, BC, stocking a wide range of organic produce, sustainable seafood, and specialty grocery items. The store includes several in-house eateries — a pizza counter, a Mexican burrito bar (Market Cocina), and a sushi counter (Kikka Sushi) — making it a convenient stop for a full meal as well as resupply. Amazon Prime members receive exclusive in-store discounts, which may be useful for longer touring cyclists looking to stock up.

value: Whole Foods Market

detail: Website lists three in-store eateries: Victoria Pizza (signature and custom pizzas, vegan/vegetarian options), Market Cocina (burrito bar), and Kikka Sushi (fresh-rolled sushi)

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 841 Central Street West, V2M 3C8

community: Prince George

value: Boston Pizza

signal: chain 'boston pizza'


value: 24 Burnside Rd W, Victoria, BC V9A 1B3

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 17m; rack (4 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; rack (4 spaces) at 94m; rack (4 spaces) at 94m. Total: 17 spaces.

value: Kuku's is a family-owned East Indian restaurant on Victoria's Burnside corridor, founded by Anita and Randy Mahadar and now in its 17th year of operation. The menu spans tandoori specialties, rice dishes, naan, and traditional Indian desserts, with a full vegetarian section and gluten-free alternatives. Takeout, delivery, online ordering, and catering are all available, making it a practical refueling stop for cyclists moving through the area.

value: Kuku's

detail: Website explicitly lists 'Vegetarian Menu Items' and 'Gluten-Free Options' as distinct features. No vegan claim found

signal: Combo pricing $39.95 for 2-3 people (~$13-20/person), casual sit-down Indian

wow_evidence: family-owned East Indian restaurant … now in its 17th year of operation


value: 639 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 2G3

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 69m; stands (30 spaces) at 77m; stands (5 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (5 spaces) at 96m. Total: 54 spaces.

blurb: Canada's only gallery devoted to Northwest Coast art, honouring Haida artist Bill Reid.

community: Vancouver

value: The Bill Reid Gallery is Canada's only public gallery dedicated exclusively to Northwest Coast Indigenous art, established in 2008 to honour legendary Haida artist Bill Reid (1920–1998) and the living traditions of the Northwest Coast. Its permanent collection includes monumental works such as Mythic Messengers, the white onyx Raven and the First Men, and an exquisite jewelry collection, alongside rotating exhibitions of contemporary Indigenous artists. Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, it also hosts a gallery shop selling authentic Indigenous art and merchandise, accessible without a paid admission ticket.

source: ITBC+ITAC

value: Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: Adult admission ticket price $15

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Canada's only public gallery dedicated to Northwest Coast Indigenous art, honouring nationally iconic Haida artist Bill Reid; monumental works and jewelry collection.


community: Rossland

value: Seven Summits Coffee Company is a specialty coffee roaster with a public coffee bar situated in Rossland, BC, in the heart of the Kootenays — a prime destination for mountain cyclists. They roast artisan beans in-house and serve them alongside locally baked goods including croissants, scones, and brownies. Their beans are also stocked at retail partners across the region from Grand Forks to Nelson, making resupply easy on a multi-day Kootenay tour.

value: Seven Summits Coffee

signal: Specialty coffee roaster + coffee bar, baked goods

wow_evidence: specialty coffee roaster with a public coffee bar situated in Rossland, BC... locally baked goods including croissants, scones, and brownies


value: 1536 Peninsula Road, Ucluelet, BC

community: Ucluelet

value: The Francis Boutique Inn is an adult-only luxury boutique hotel perched on a private half-acre treed hillside in the heart of Ucluelet, with individual private outdoor entrances for each suite and harbour views. Named after Captain Peter Francis, an original pioneer of the Ucluth Peninsula, it was voted #1 Small Hotel in Canada in 2019. Its central location puts guests within a one-minute walk of restaurants, a grocery store, cafes, a bakery, and the harbour-front — a convenient base for rides along the Wild Pacific Trail and into Pacific Rim National Park.

value: The Francis Boutique Inn

detail: Website states guests are 'just a minutes walk to the best restaurants, cafes, bakery... and craft brewery.'

detail: Website states guests are 'just a minutes walk to the... grocery store.'

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Explicit 'luxury boutique hotel' positioning with spa, hot tub, premium amenities

subcategory: B&B / Inn

wow_evidence: voted #1 Small Hotel in Canada in 2019


value: 2058 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, V1K 1A4

community: Merritt

value: FIELDS Merritt


value: 2370 Highway 3/93, Jaffray, BC V0B 1T0

price_band: premium

community: Jaffray

value: A fully serviced, 80-site RV park with a 9-hole golf course and swimming pond at the foot of the Rockies near Jaffray on Hwy 3/93; primarily oriented toward RV owners and long-term renters, with overnight stays at $65/night for 30-amp power — no tent-only rate is listed.

value: Will-O-Bend RV Park

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: drinking water, shower house, laundry mat … on-site licensed restaurant


value: 3030 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7N 3J5

community: North Vancouver

value: Queensdale Market is a locally independent organic grocery store on Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver, offering a broad selection of organic, natural, and conventional products across full produce, meat, bakery, dairy, and deli departments. Its in-store deli prepares hot food fresh daily, including BBQ chickens and soups, and the store prides itself on sourcing from local and organic suppliers. For touring cyclists it represents a well-stocked resupply stop with substantially more variety than a typical convenience store.

value: Queenside Market;Queensdale Market

detail: Deli section offers a daily-changing hot case including regular and specialty BBQ chickens, soups, and hot catering items, all prepared on-site

wow_evidence: locally independent organic grocery store... in-store deli prepares hot food fresh daily


value: 1811 Garibaldi Way, Squamish

community: Squamish

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


community: Whistler

source: llm-examine

value: Whistler Taxi is a 24/7 on-demand taxi service based in Whistler, BC, covering local rides and airport transfers. No bike policy is stated on the site.

value: Whistler Taxi

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 68m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Mary Brown's is a 100% Canadian-owned fast food chain specializing in fresh, hand-cut and hand-breaded chicken and hand-cut potato Taters, with roots going back to St. John's, Newfoundland in 1969. This Langley location is one of nearly 300 locations across Canada, offering takeout service. Cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley corridor may find it a convenient calorie stop on longer routes.

value: Mary Brown's

wow_evidence: nearly 300 locations across Canada


value: 6388 Market Avenue, Unit 106, Delta, BC V4L 1M9

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 16m; rack (8 spaces) at 16m; rack at 26m; rack at 28m; rack (6 spaces) at 52m; rack (6 spaces) at 69m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Delta

value: Cookie's Ice Cream is a family-owned shop in the Tsawwassen Southlands development offering premium small-batch, barrel-churned ice cream and sorbet in over 90 rotating flavours served in a cookie, cup, or cone. Beyond scoops, the shop carries custom ice cream cakes, mini donuts, artisan soda floats, specialty candy, and hot chocolate bombs, making it a well-stocked sweet-stop on a ride through the Delta farmlands. Cookie's also runs a mobile fleet — trailer, truck, and cargo bike — for events across the Lower Mainland.

value: Cookie's Ice Cream

detail: Website explicitly lists sorbet (dairy-free/vegan) as a core product alongside ice cream; also offers a No Sugar Added flavour (Caramel Coffee Macchiato NSA)

subcategory: Ice Cream

wow_evidence: family-owned shop … small-batch, barrel-churned ice cream and sorbet in over 90 rotating flavours


community: Colwood

value: Mary Brown's Chicken is a 100% Canadian-owned fast food chain founded in 1969 in St. John's, Newfoundland, now operating nearly 300 locations coast to coast. The chain is known for hand-cut, hand-breaded fresh chicken and hand-prepared taters made from whole Canadian-grown potatoes. This Victoria location (unit 120) offers a familiar, filling stop for touring cyclists looking for a hot meal.

value: Mary Brown's Chicken

signal: Mary Brown's chicken chain (confirmed); ~$11-16

wow_evidence: nearly 300 locations coast to coast


value: Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces, covered) at 56m; stands (8 spaces) at 57m; stands (10 spaces) at 83m; stands (10 spaces) at 85m; rack (9 spaces) at 91m. Total: 40 spaces.

value: Basha is a Lebanese restaurant in Vancouver offering both dine-in and takeaway service. The waterfront location suggested by its Facebook page name provides a distinctive setting. It caters to casual diners seeking Middle Eastern cuisine.

value: Basha

signal: Lebanese dine-in/takeaway; ~$15-24pp

wow_evidence: Lebanese restaurant in Vancouver


value: 1542 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 18m.

value: Sushi Hanabi serves Japanese sushi cuisine in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighborhood. The restaurant offers dine-in and takeout service, with online ordering available for convenient meal options.

value: Sushi Hanabi

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


value: 2640 Shaughnessy Street, North Vancouver, BC

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Sushi Fu is a restaurant listed in North Vancouver at 2640 Shaughnessy Street. The associated website promotes Korean cuisine including fried chicken, kimchi rice, and pig trotters at a Vancouver Davie Street address, suggesting the business may have moved, rebranded, or the URL discovery matched the wrong listing. A touring cyclist stopping at the Shaughnessy Street address cannot rely on the website content to reflect what they will find.

value: Sushi Fu

signal: Korean casual comfort food (fried chicken, trotters, sausage); relaxed environment; no prices listed


value: 100 Centre Street, Field, V0A 1G0

community: Field

value: Truffle Pigs Bistro & Lodge is a long-running mountain restaurant and lodge in Field, BC, situated in the heart of Yoho National Park and established in 2000. It evolved from a general store and café into a full bistro with twelve lodge rooms, known for passionate, locally inspired cooking and warm Rocky Mountain hospitality. The bistro offers an all-day menu with appetizers, burgers, and mains, and will prepare packed lunch kits for hikers and adventurers on request.

value: Truffle Pigs Bistro

detail: FAQ states: 'Do you prepare lunch kits for hikers? Absolutely, and you don't even have to be a hiker. We would be happy to get a lunch ready for you so you don't run out of steam on your daily adventure.'

detail: FAQ states: 'We have select vegetarian and gluten free options on our menus.' Bistro menu also lists a vegan beet burger with 'vegan dill aioli'

signal: Appetizers $14–$20, visible mains ~$28; casual sit-down bistro

wow_evidence: situated in the heart of Yoho National Park… established in 2000… lunch kits are prepared for hikers/adventurers, Absolutely, and you don't even have to be a hiker


community: Houston

value: Buy-Low Foods


value: 7533 Marine Way

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces, covered) at 9m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Little Minh's is a Vietnamese restaurant on Marine Way in Vancouver offering vegetarian-friendly dining. The restaurant accepts both credit and debit card payments, making it convenient for touring cyclists.

value: Little Minh's

detail: Vegetarian options confirmed

signal: Vietnamese restaurant; $15-22/person


value: 1632 Sunshine Coast Highway, Gibsons, BC

community: Area E (Elphinstone)

value: Sunday Cider is a craft cidery and cider bar on a 20-acre property along the Sunshine Coast Highway near Gibsons, producing small-batch ciders from 100% fresh-pressed BC apples with no added yeast, filtration, or additives. Cyclists can settle into the outdoor picnic area with cider flights, resident food trucks (Sea Monkey Coffee and Casa Beto Tacos), and regular live music on the grass. Dogs and kids on leashes are explicitly welcome, making it a relaxed stop on the Sunshine Coast route.

value: Sunday Cider

detail: Website states 'Yes, it's all gluten free and vegan friendly' for all ciders (/visit page)

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: small-batch ciders from 100% fresh-pressed BC apples with no added yeast, filtration, or additives... outdoor picnic area with cider flights, resident food trucks


value: 1544 Grafon Ave, Errington, V0R 1V0

community: Errington

value: Errington General is a rural convenience and general store operated by the Wayne Procter Group, a long-standing Vancouver Island retail company. It functions as a Rural Agency Store serving the Errington community and offers a deli with hot food alongside convenience staples, propane, and an ATM. For a touring cyclist riding the Island, it represents a useful resupply and hot-meal stop in an otherwise rural stretch.

value: Errington General Store

detail: Website lists 'Auto and cylinder propane' and 'Tank exchange program,' indicating propane cylinder fills and exchanges

detail: Website lists 'Deli with hot food' as a store feature

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: Deli with hot food, Auto and cylinder propane, Wayne Procter Group long-standing Vancouver Island retail company


value: 96 - 3200 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC V9T 1W1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 32m; bollard (2 spaces) at 54m; stands at 67m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: Burnt Honey Dessert Company is a family-owned artisan ice cream and macaron shop in Nanaimo's Country Club Centre, founded in 2019 by wife-and-wife team Kara and Fiona Shedden. The shop is known for inventive homemade flavours — think Burnt Honey, Kraft Dinner, and Lavender Lemon Gin Sorbet — alongside a full lineup of gluten-free macarons. A self-described inclusive and welcoming space, it makes a distinctive sweet stop for cyclists riding through central Nanaimo.

value: Burnt Honey Dessert Company

detail: FAQ confirms 3–4 vegan scoop flavours and vegan pints at all times; menu lists multiple dairy-free sorbets and vegan ice creams; most macarons are gluten-free (almond flour base)

wow_evidence: family-owned artisan ice cream and macaron shop, founded in 2019 by wife-and-wife team... inventive homemade flavours — think Burnt Honey, Kraft Dinner, and Lavender Lemon Gin Sorbet


value: 3310 Comox Rd, Courtenay, BC V9N 3P8

blurb: K'ómoks Nation-owned gallery of Northwest Coast art, at the original village site.

community: Courtenay / Vancouver Island

value: I-Hos Gallery is a K'ómoks First Nation-owned gallery situated on the site of the original K'ómoks Village in the Comox Valley, overlooking the Comox Glacier on Vancouver Island. It presents traditional and contemporary Pacific Northwest Coast artwork hand-crafted by over 50 Indigenous artists, including masks, carvings, jewellery, prints, and woven cedar pieces. Voted Comox Valley's best art gallery in both 2024 and 2025, it also operates a satellite exhibition space at the Cumberland Visitor Information Centre.

value: I-Hos Gallery

signal: No admission price listed; retail gallery/shop model.

wow_evidence: K'ómoks First Nation-owned gallery at the original village site, carrying 50+ Indigenous artists.


value: 3629 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; rack (5 spaces) at 45m; rack (5 spaces) at 52m; stands (4 spaces) at 70m; rack (5 spaces) at 87m. Total: 25 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Taste of Thai is an established Vancouver Thai restaurant that has been serving authentic dishes since 1986, with chefs using special herbs and spices flown in fresh from Thailand. The menu spans curries, stir-fries, and rice dishes prepared without MSG, promising bold flavours and aromatic complexity. Touring cyclists will find a full sit-down dining experience with online ordering for takeout on West Broadway, a major cycling corridor.

value: Taste of Thai

signal: Thai since 1986, curries/stir-fries; ~$16-26pp


value: 2111 Main St, Cawston, BC V0X 1C0, Canada

community: Cawston

value: Cawston Marketplace is a supermarket serving the small rural community of Cawston in BC's Similkameen Valley, a corridor well-traveled by touring cyclists on routes between the Okanagan and the coast. As what appears to be the primary grocery outlet in this small community, it would be a natural resupply stop for cyclists passing through.

value: Cawston Marketplace


value: 917 Davie Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1B9

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (4 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Twins Chinese Kitchen is a sit-down Cantonese restaurant on Vancouver's Davie Street with an extensive menu spanning congee, wonton soups, fried noodles, hot pot, combo dinners, and over 80 dishes in total. The restaurant accepts online orders for takeout and is marked wheelchair accessible in OSM. It draws a steady local following with over 40 customer reviews and caters to groups with multi-person dinner combos.

value: Twins Chinese Kitchen

signal: Mains $12.50–$22.90, mostly $15–$20. Casual noodle restaurant.


value: C101-1180 Columbia St W, Kamloops, BC V2C 6R6

community: Kamloops

value: Old Town Farm Market is a greengrocer located in the Old Town area of Kamloops, BC. It appears to be a local farm market serving the neighbourhood. Beyond its OSM classification as a greengrocer, no further details about its offerings or character could be verified.

value: Old Town Farm Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market


blurb: Forbes Hall, Thetis Island's village commons with library and events.

community: Thetis Island

value: Forbes Hall Community Centre is the civic heart of Thetis Island, a quiet Gulf Island in the Salish Sea reachable by ferry from Chemainus. The hall hosts everything from health clinics and a food bank to community events and a library, functioning as a true village commons for the island's small, close-knit population. Touring cyclists venturing off the main Gulf Islands circuit to explore Thetis Island would encounter this volunteer-run hub as one of the island's central gathering places.

google_place_id: ChIJVVVVVWmriFQRKlEyRzdYdCQ

value: Thetis Island Community Centre

detail: Website lists 'EVSE' (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) as a facility, but it is whether this is accessible for e-bikes or limited to four-wheeled EVs

signal: building=civic

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Forbes Hall — true village commons with library, clinics, events; real public role beyond rentals.


value: 800 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1Y1

blurb: Mount Pleasant's neighbourhood house since 1976.

value: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House is a community hub that has served the Mt. Pleasant neighbourhood of Vancouver since 1976, offering programs spanning childcare, family support, literacy, food security, newcomer services, and seniors programming. The building is fully wheelchair accessible on both floors and operates as a scent-reduced, inclusive space. A touring cyclist passing through could make use of the publicly available washrooms and free guest WiFi.

value: Mt. Pleasant Neighbourhood House

wow_evidence: Neighbourhood house with public programs — walk-in (Fairfield pattern).


value: 104 2nd Avenue North

community: Williams Lake

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'


value: 20691 Lougheed Highway #19, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2P9

community: Maple Ridge

value: Socrates Grill is a family-owned Greek-style restaurant that has anchored the Maple Ridge community since 1993, specializing in flame-broiled dishes including chicken souvlaki, wild sockeye salmon, and New Zealand lamb chops. The restaurant offers both sit-down dining with reservations and a takeout menu, positioned along Lougheed Highway as a potential resupply stop for cyclists passing through the area. Customer reviews consistently highlight a relaxed atmosphere and quality food.

value: Socrates Grill

signal: family Greek, flame-broiled, great prices; ~$18-28pp

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: family-owned Greek-style restaurant established in Maple Ridge since 1993


value: 3055 Highland Blvd, North Vancouver, BC (Edgemont Village)

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (12 spaces) at 18m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: La Galleria Fine Foods is an award-winning Italian deli and specialty food shop located in Edgemont Village on the North Shore. It offers a broad menu of freshly made sandwiches, soups, chowders, lasagna, salads, and antipasto alongside a curated selection of packaged Italian pantry staples. For a touring cyclist passing through North Vancouver, it is a strong stop for a hearty sandwich or soup and resupply of packaged provisions.

value: La Galleria Fine Foods

detail: Soups and cooked items page lists lentil soup, pea soups, carrot soup, chowders, meat lasagna, and sauces available for purchase

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


value: Km 765 Alaska Highway, Liard River, V0C 1Z0

blurb: Canada's second-largest hot spring; boardwalk through warm-water swamp to the Alpha pool.

community: Liard River

value: Liard River Hot Springs is home to the second largest hot spring in Canada, set within a lush boreal spruce forest of national ecological significance. The Alpha pool sits at the end of a boardwalk that winds through a warm-water swamp and old-growth forest, making it a remarkable natural detour for cyclists touring the Alaska Highway. The park is open year-round and is one of the most popular stopovers on the entire Alaska Highway corridor.

theme: wellness

value: Liard River Hot Springs

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: Official day-use fee $5 per adult May–September

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Canada's second-largest hot spring in an ecologically significant boreal swamp, boardwalk to the Alpha pool — intrinsically among Canada's great natural soaks; Alaska Highway riders plan around it (delight-4 band even before any scarcity uplift).


value: 503 Baker St, Nelson, BC V1L 4J1

community: Nelson

value: John Ward Fine Coffee is a modern, light-filled café on a prominent corner of Baker Street in the heart of downtown Nelson, with seating for up to 40 guests and large windows offering a front-row view of one of BC's most vibrant small-city streets. The café sources its beans from Origins Coffee Roasters, a Vancouver-based artisan roaster with over 35 years of experience and a commitment to sustainable, farmer-friendly practices. Touring cyclists passing through Nelson will find a welcoming gathering place that has established itself as a community anchor for locals and visitors alike.

value: John Ward Fine Coffee

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 5851 West Boulevard, Vancouver, BC V6M 3W9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (18 spaces) at 34m; stands (4 spaces) at 78m. Total: 22 spaces.

blurb: Kerrisdale's 1943 community centre with pool and arena.

value: One of Vancouver's oldest community centres, Kerrisdale Community Centre has been operated by the Kerrisdale Community Centre Society since 1943 and celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2023. Its facilities span an indoor pool, exercise room, gymnasium, public library, seniors wing, an ice arena (Cyclone Taylor Arena), and an outdoor pool at nearby Maple Grove. Touring cyclists passing through the Kerrisdale neighbourhood may find the range of recreation facilities useful as a mid-route stop.

setting: mixed

value: Kerrisdale Community Centre

detail: Staff directory lists a Food Services Coordinator with dedicated kitchen email (kitchen.kccs@gmail.com)

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: One of Vancouver's oldest community centres (1943) — pool, arena, library; wins the spelling-variant dupe pair; parent of pool/arena nodes.


value: 123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 52m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: WELA is a health-focused fast-casual restaurant at the Lonsdale Quay Market in North Vancouver, serving globally-inspired healthy bowls, wraps, smoothies, and cold-pressed juices rooted in a Thai philosophy of balance. Founded in 2019, it was designed to bridge the gap between convenience and nutritious eating, with a broad menu of vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Its location near the waterfront entrance of Lonsdale Quay, just a 1-minute walk from the Seabus Terminal, makes it a natural refueling stop for cyclists crossing between North Vancouver and downtown Vancouver.

value: WELA Healthy Foods

detail: Menu page lists multiple items marked Ⓥ (vegan) and GF (gluten-free), including Bangkok Bowl, Green Curry Bowl, Shroomami, Chilango, and Avocado/Falamus wraps. Smoothies described as 'all-natural, no-sugar added, and dairy-free.'


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 47m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: A pizzeria and steakhouse restaurant located in Chilliwack's retail district. Combines two popular cuisines in one establishment, offering a range of dining options.

value: Ocean Park Pizza & Steak house

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 8828 201 Street, Langley

community: Langley

value: The Sandman Signature Hotel & Suites Langley is a full-service hotel offering a range of room types from standard rooms to loft and jacuzzi suites, many with kitchenettes or full kitchens. It holds a GreenStep Silver Certification for sustainability practices measured against Global Sustainable Tourism Council standards. Touring cyclists will find an on-site restaurant (Moxies), indoor pool, 24-hour front desk, and free parking, though bike-specific services are not documented online.

value: Sandman Signature Hotel

detail: USB charging ports listed as a room feature in the Standard Room description

detail: Washer/dryer included in Standard Suite (1 King Bed, Sofa Bed, Kitchen) room type per website room listings

detail: Moxies restaurant on-site with room service available, listed as a hotel amenity

signal: Genuine Sandman Signature Langley, suites w/ kitchens

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: indoor pool, 24-hour front desk... bike-specific services are not documented online


value: 7515 Market Crossing #140, Burnaby, BC V5J 0A3, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 27m.

value: Barcelos Flame Grilled Chicken

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 702 Railway Street, Enderby, BC V0E 1V0

blurb: Enderby's log-building visitor centre beside the Shuswap River.

community: Enderby

value: The Enderby & District Visitor Centre, operated by the Enderby & District Chamber of Commerce, is housed in a log building at Belvidere Park along the Shuswap River. It serves as the official tourism hub for Enderby and surrounding communities including Grindrod, Ashton Creek, Kingfisher, and Mabel Lake. The centre promotes a region where the Shuswap meets the Okanagan, with cycling listed among the area's highlighted outdoor activities.

days_closed: Sa Su

value: Enderby & District Visitor Centre

label: N/A — not an admission venue

signal: tourism=information

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Chamber-run VC in a log building at Belvidere Park; VC anchor band. Generic name needs the town.


value: 8405 Byng Road, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0

community: Port Hardy

value: Pioneer Inn is a long-established motel situated on the Quatse River bank in Port Hardy, North Vancouver Island, with over 40 years in business and a setting where forest and river meet the edge of town. It is the closest motel to the BC Ferry terminal (about 5 minutes' drive), making it a natural stop for cyclists arriving or departing via the Inside Passage route. The property offers 36 rooms including kitchenette suites, 25 RV sites, a coin laundry, a dedicated drying room, and an on-site sushi restaurant, along with the Quatse River Loop Trail running directly in front.

value: Pioneer Inn

detail: About Us page lists 'Special dry room for wet boots, coates, clothes for worker and loggers'; would serve the same function for cyclists

detail: Coin laundry room for guests listed on About Us page

detail: Toudai sushi restaurant is on-site, described on the website with dinner service Tuesday–Sunday

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: over 40 years in business...coin laundry, a dedicated drying room...closest motel to BC Ferry terminal


value: 8300 Capstan Way, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 18m; rack at 67m; rack at 86m.

community: Richmond

value: Flour Dance Bakery is an artisan bakery in Richmond specializing in Asian-inspired breads and desserts, including matcha, taro, sesame, and lychee loaves made with premium hard spring flour and pure milk over 16-hour fermentation. The bakery operates both a retail storefront and an online ordering system with local delivery and self-pickup routes serving Richmond, Burnaby, and Vancouver. It is a bilingual (English and Chinese) business with a loyal community following, marketing itself as the 'Flour Dance Union.'

value: Flour Dance Bakery

label: Cheap eats

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: artisan bakery specializing in Asian-inspired breads made with 16-hour fermentation


community: Campbell River

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 1055 West Georgia Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 31m; stands (10 spaces) at 57m; stands (3 spaces) at 63m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (5 spaces) at 95m. Total: 29 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


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

community: Kelowna

value: Montana's

label: Casual

signal: chain 'montana'


value: 6200 University Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 11m; stands (covered) at 22m; stands (20 spaces) at 51m; stands (covered) at 70m; stands (covered) at 75m; stands (20 spaces) at 95m. Total: 50 spaces.

community: University Hill

value: Corner Store is a grab-and-go market operated by UBC Food Services, located inside the UBC Bookstore on the main UBC Vancouver campus. It carries sushi, sandwiches, a wide selection of instant ramen, groceries, and snacks from local businesses, making it a useful resupply stop for cyclists passing through the university endowment lands. The store accepts UBCcard and Residence Meal Plan payments in addition to standard payment methods.

value: Corner Store


value: 2475 Cornwall Road, Ashcroft, V0K 1A0

community: Ashcroft

value: An Esso fuel station and convenience store in Ashcroft, BC, operating under the name Ashcroft Travel Centre on its brand page. Located on Cornwall Road, it offers fuel including diesel, an ATM, and a car wash. For touring cyclists passing through this small Interior BC community, it provides a practical stop for convenience store goods and fuel.

value: Esso

detail: Website lists 'Air Tower / Air' as a station top feature; gas station air towers can be used by cyclists to inflate tires


value: 429 Granville Street, Vancouver, V6C 1T2

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (9 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (4 spaces) at 86m; stands (3 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 30 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Railtown Cafe is a Vancouver institution founded in 2012 by award-winning chefs Dan Olson and Tyler Day, offering scratch-made comfort food — gourmet sandwiches, house soups, pastries, and a build-your-own salad bar — prepared daily by classically trained chefs using local and organic ingredients. The Granville Street location is one of three downtown Vancouver outposts tied to the acclaimed Railtown Catering operation. Beer, wine, and spirits round out the locally roasted coffee offerings.

value: Railtown

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

wow_evidence: founded in 2012 by award-winning chefs Dan Olson and Tyler Day...acclaimed Railtown Catering operation


value: 103-3033 Robson Drive, Coquitlam, BC V3E 2Z4

community: Coquitlam

value: Sushi Boss is a sushi restaurant recorded in North Vancouver offering made-to-order rolls, bowls, and takeout. Its OSM record is sparse, and the only website found under this name operates exclusively in Indianapolis, Indiana, raising serious doubts about whether the two are the same business. A touring cyclist considering a stop here should verify the location independently before relying on this listing.

value: Sushi Boss

detail: Website corroboration not applicable due to location mismatch

signal: Grocery store and institutional partnerships; catering/volume focus without upscale markers


value: 331 Front St, Kaslo, BC V0G 1M0, Canada

community: Kaslo

value: An ice cream cafe in downtown Kaslo offering takeout service. The business has recently rebranded as Hazey Daze Parlour. A convenient stop for touring cyclists passing through the Kootenays.

value: The Parlour


value: 3502 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V5K 2A7

value: Tim Hortons is Canada's iconic quick-service coffee and food chain, and this East Hastings Street location offers brewed coffee, specialty espresso drinks, baked goods, breakfast wraps, soups, and chili for dine-in or takeout. Situated on a major eastside arterial corridor, it is a practical mid-ride or end-of-day stop for cyclists moving through Vancouver's east end. The location has no drive-through, keeping the footprint pedestrian- and cyclist-friendly.

value: Tim Hortons


community: Kimberley

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 6353 Highway 97, Clinton, BC V0K 1K0

community: Clinton

value: A family-run roadside resort on Highway 97 at Clinton with tent sites, swimming, hot showers, and laundry — a solid cyclist layover on the busy Interior corridor, open seasonally from mid-April; call ahead for rates.

value: Willow Springs Resort

wow_evidence: hot showers, laundry, and ice... family-run roadside resort on Highway 97


value: On-demand taxi service based in Abbotsford serving the Central Fraser Valley area. Bike carriage policy unknown due to website unavailability.

value: Central Valley Taxi

wow_evidence: on-demand taxi service based in Abbotsford


community: Kamloops

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 5000 Canoe Pass Wy Unit 646, Delta, BC V4M 0B3, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (12 spaces) at 78m; rack at 79m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Beach Grove

value: Jugo Juice

signal: chain 'jugo juice'