value: 2305 Cornwall Ave, Vancouver, BC V6K 1B6, Canada

value: Batch is an outdoor pub with multiple Vancouver locations, including a year-round Kitsilano outpost and seasonal plazas at Ambleside and the Plaza of Nations. The venue leans heavily on atmosphere — fire pits, food trucks, local brews, hot cider, and live music every day of the week. It is dog-friendly and draws a relaxed neighbourhood crowd, making it a reasonable rest stop for cyclists exploring the Kitsilano or waterfront areas.

value: Batch


source: enrichment

value: 1497 Adanac Street, Vancouver, V5L 2C4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 92m.

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Vancouver

value: Bici is a premium road, gravel, and mountain bike retailer on Adanac Street in Vancouver, carrying top-tier brands such as Specialized, Trek, Cannondale, Santa Cruz, and Cervelo alongside apparel from Rapha, MAAP, and ASSOS. It operates a dedicated service department and is part of a multi-location BC chain with shops in Victoria and Langford. Touring cyclists will find a broad on-bike accessories section including bags, racks, fenders, lights, and tires, making it a well-stocked resource stop in the city.

value: Bici

detail: Not offered by website either

detail: Website On Bike section lists bags and racks, fenders, lights, locks, pumps & CO2, bottles & cages; Components section includes tires and tubes

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Repair Shop

tier: info

wow_evidence: multi-location BC chain with shops in Victoria and Langford... bags, racks, fenders, lights, and tires


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 49m.

category: Food & Drink

community: North Vancouver

value: Cafe Overflow is a North Vancouver café blending Korean cuisine with brunch and coffee-shop offerings — an unusual combination that could make it a compelling stop for touring cyclists looking for something beyond standard cafe fare. Its location in North Vancouver places it near popular cycling routes on the North Shore.

value: Cafe Overflow

source: osm

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

tier: welcoming

wow_evidence: Korean/brunch/coffee cuisine


value: 3301 Oceanview Drive, Queen Charlotte, BC V0T 1S0

category: Accommodation

community: Daajing Giids

value: Sea Raven Motel is the largest accommodation in Daajing Giids (Queen Charlotte) on Haida Gwaii, offering 30 rooms including ocean-view suites overlooking Skidegate Inlet. It sits within walking distance of local facilities and serves as a practical base for exploring the remote archipelago, including Gwaii Haanas National Park, wildlife watching, and kayaking. Pet-friendly ground-floor rooms are available for cyclists traveling with animals.

value: Sea Raven Motel

band_key: budget

confidence: medium

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 77 10th Street, New Westminster, BC V3M 3X4

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 53m; rack at 58m; rack at 74m; rack at 94m.

community: New Westminster

value: Burger Heaven is a family-owned burger restaurant in New Westminster that has been part of the community since 1985, known for made-from-scratch burgers served in a relaxed room lined with cedar planking donated by regulars. Everything is prepared fresh to order rather than fast-food style, and the welcoming atmosphere has built a multi-generational loyal following. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, and online ordering is offered for the New Westminster location.

value: Burger Heaven

signal: cuisine=burger

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 31187 Douglas Street, Yale, BC V0K 2S0

blurb: Gold Rush heritage site in Yale: Creighton House, Ward House, and an 1863 church.

category: Attractions

community: Yale

value: Yale Historic Site is a multi-building heritage museum in the small Fraser Canyon town of Yale, where Indigenous, Chinese, and settler histories converge at a place that was pivotal to British Columbia's Gold Rush and path to Confederation. The site encompasses historic structures including Creighton House Museum, St. John the Divine Church, and the Ward House, and is managed by the Forager Foundation. Touring cyclists riding the Fraser Canyon corridor will find immersive exhibits, guided tours narrated by local community experts, and a living sense of one of BC's most storied boomtowns.

dwell: half

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

planning: walk-up

season: summer

setting: mixed

theme: history

value: Yale Historic Site

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: Adults: $12.00 admission price listed on FAQ

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Multi-building heritage museum where Gold Rush, Indigenous, and Chinese histories converge — pivotal to BC's path to Confederation; includes 1863 St. John the Divine church.


value: 275 8th Street, Courtenay, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: bollard (4 spaces) at 30m; rack (2 spaces) at 64m; bollard (10 spaces) at 69m; rack (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Courtenay

value: Yiamas Greek Taverna is a full-service traditional Greek restaurant in Courtenay in the Comox Valley, offering hearty classics like souvlaki, moussaka, spanakopita, and fire-grilled seafood for both lunch and dinner. The restaurant prides itself on traditional Greek hospitality and shareable dishes, and its expansive menu makes it a satisfying sit-down stop after a long day on the bike. Takeout is also available for cyclists who prefer to eat on the go.

value: Yiamas Greek Taverna

detail: Menus include dedicated vegan section with Vegan Moussaka, Vegan Spanikopita, Vegan Gyro, and Vegan Baklava; vegetarian options (Vegetarian Moussaka); and numerous dishes marked (gf) or (*gf) across all menus

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: Greek taverna, lunch $20-23/dinner $26-35; ~$22-34pp

source: judgement

region: Vancouver Island


value: 2909 Grandview Highway

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack at 12m; rack (3 spaces) at 74m; rack (3 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 95m; stands (4 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 98m; wall_loops (4 spaces) at 98m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: McDonald's

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'mcdonald'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 2404 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 3E2

bike_parking_detail: 22 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (6 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (7 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (24 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands at 64m; stands (5 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 72m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 72m; rack (5 spaces) at 82m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 83m; stands (4 spaces) at 84m. Total: 92 spaces.

value: Gene Coffee Bar is a neighbourhood café on Main Street in Vancouver focused on specialty espresso drinks, organic pastries, and an unhurried atmosphere designed for staying a while. The space features window seating with natural light, communal benches, and a notably generous supply of power outlets popular with laptop users. Cyclists can fuel up on all-day breakfast wraps, croissant sandwiches, and a range of vegan and gluten-free baked goods.

value: Gene Coffee Bar

detail: Website states 'abundance of charging outlet while working on your laptop.'

detail: Explicit vegan options (milk alternatives, vegan loaves, cakes, cookies, vegan tofu wrap); gluten-free cookies from Epicurean listed on menu


value: 297 Bernard Avenue, V1Y 6N2

community: Kelowna

value: Blenz Coffee

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: chain 'blenz'

region: Thompson Okanagan


bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

energy: active

kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

category: Camping

community: Hedley

source: camping

value: Riverside rec site on the Similkameen River accessed via a short spur off Highway 3, with swimming and kayaking as the main draws; cash only and no amenities confirmed.

value: Old Hedley Road East Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: swimming and kayaking as the main draws


value: 2000 Panorama Dr, Panorama V0A 1T0

community: Panorama

value: The T-Bar & Grill is a classic sports bar and comfort-food grill situated at the base of the slopes at Panorama Mountain Resort, a major year-round mountain destination in BC's Kootenay Rockies that includes an active mountain biking program. It serves as the social hub of the resort village, featuring local craft beers on tap and a hearty menu of burgers, wings, and poutine. Cyclists riding at Panorama will find it a natural end-of-day stop, with a summer patio service on the Alto Patio.

value: The T-Bar

detail: Menu marks multiple items with dietary codes: 'v' (vegetarian) on Nachos and Mountain Poutine; 'vg' (vegan) on Battered Mushrooms and Truffle Fries (with vegan dill); 'gf' (gluten-free) on Chicken Wings, Mountain Poutine, Nachos, and Beef Dip. Also notes 'Vegetarian options available - Beyond Meat' under the burger section

signal: amenity=bar

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 1505 Bay Avenue, Trail, V1R 4B2

blurb: Free city museum in Trail's Riverfront Centre; three galleries of Kootenay history.

community: Trail

value: The Trail Museum & Archives is a free municipal museum opened in 2018 inside the Riverfront Centre, a shared civic facility that also houses the city library and visitor centre. It features three galleries, extensive archival holdings, and a gift shop developed in partnership with the Trail Historical Society, bringing local Kootenay history and heritage to life. For touring cyclists, it offers a no-cost cultural stop in central Trail with the added convenience of co-located visitor services.

dwell: short

season: all

setting: indoor

value: The Trail Museum & Archives

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: Website explicitly states 'Always free admission'

wow_evidence: Free municipal museum (2018) with three galleries in the Riverfront Centre, alongside library and visitor centre.


value: 355 Blackburn Road, Salt Spring Island, BC, Canada

blurb: BC's longest-running yoga retreat centre, on 69 farm acres of Salt Spring.

community: Ganges

value: The Salt Spring Centre of Yoga is BC's longest-running spiritual and wellness retreat centre, established in 1981 on 69 acres of protected Agricultural Land Reserve on Salt Spring Island. Founded by master yogi Baba Hari Dass, the non-profit centre offers yoga teacher training, multi-day silent and themed retreats, a working organic farm, and personal retreat stays in a serene rural setting. A cycling tourist exploring Salt Spring Island could find this a distinctive cultural and wellness destination, though it operates primarily as a reservation-based facility rather than a drop-in attraction.

energy: restorative

facet_confidence: med

planning: check-ahead

theme: wellness

value: The Salt Spring Centre of Yoga

ownership: Public

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: BC's longest-running yoga retreat centre (1981); programmed retreats rather than walk-in visits.


value: 7000 27th Street, Grand Forks, V0H 1H0

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 83m; rack (5 spaces) at 84m. Total: 10 spaces.

category: Groceries

community: Grand Forks

value: No Frills

ownership: Buy Canadian

subcategory: Grocery Store


community: Salmon Arm

value: Save on Foods


value: Taseko Lakes, Cariboo, BC V0L 1W0, Canada

community: Nemaiah Valley

value: Taseko Lake Lodge is a remote wilderness retreat in BC's Chilcotin region, reachable only by a 3+ hour off-road drive or floatplane transfer from Whistler. The property features deluxe hand-crafted log cabins, a wood-fired sauna and hot tub, and organic gourmet cuisine, with guided experiences including horseback riding, jet boat excursions, and backcountry hiking. It operates under the 'Taseko Adventures' brand and is oriented toward multi-night immersive wilderness stays.

value: Taseko Lake Lodge

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: duplicate of Taseko Adventures entry — same remote Chilcotin lodge; banded consistently

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

wow_evidence: wood-fired sauna and hot tub, and organic gourmet cuisine; remote wilderness retreat


value: 55 Dunlevy Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands at 42m; stands at 43m; stands at 46m.

value: Belgard Kitchen is a full-service restaurant in Vancouver's Railtown Design District, just east of Gastown, highlighting Canadian ingredients from coast to coast with globally influenced techniques and a drink menu centred on BC wines and craft beer. It operates lunch on weekdays, brunch on weekends, happy hour, and dinner seven nights a week, with private dining spaces available in the Mezzanine and Cellar venues. The same hospitality group runs sister restaurants Havana Vancouver, The Flamingo Room, and Violeté.

value: Belgard Kitchen

detail: Menu items carry explicit dietary tags: (vg) vegan, (v) vegetarian, (gf) gluten-free, (df) dairy-free. Examples include Margherita pizzette (vg), Dragon Bowl (v, gf, df), and Belgard Greens (vg, gf)

signal: Lunch mains $18–21 (Italian flatbread, pizzettes, shepherd's pie). Sit-down restaurant with reservations.


value: 5068 48 Avenue, Delta

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 38m.

community: Delta

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'


value: 848 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, V6C 1C8

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (6 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: Palate Kitchen is an upscale contemporary restaurant and café situated inside the historic Jameson House in Vancouver's Financial District, operated as a concept by Pallet Coffee Roasters. The heritage space features soaring ceilings and mezzanines, and the menu — crafted by Red Seal Chefs — spans breakfast, brunch, lunch, high tea, and dinner. A dedicated to-go Pallet Coffee bar at the entrance offers a quick, high-quality coffee stop for cyclists passing through downtown.

value: Palate Kitchen

signal: upscale-contemporary cafe (Red Seal chefs), heritage; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: concept by Pallet Coffee Roasters… historic Jameson House… To-Go Pallet Coffee bar… take out order


category: Transport

community: Prince Rupert

source: llm-examine

value: EVAW (Ending Violence Against Women) is a twice-weekly shuttle between Prince Rupert and Terrace along Highway 16, operated by the Friendship House Association; $5 one-way, photo ID required.

value: Friendship EVAW (Transportation Service)

origin: transport

subcategory: Shuttle


value: #5 - 15782 Marine Drive, White Rock, BC

community: Surrey

value: Washington Avenue Grill is a long-standing White Rock landmark with over 28 years of operation, serving upscale casual Pacific-Northwest cuisine from a dining room overlooking Semiahmoo Bay at the east end of White Rock Beach. The restaurant features an award-winning wine list, weekly live music, and has been recognized as one of Canada's top 100 scenic restaurants. Its location on Marine Drive places it directly on a popular waterfront cycling corridor.

value: Washington Avenue Grill

signal: upscale-casual PNW, set menus $45-55, award wine; ~$35-55pp

wow_evidence: over 28 years of operation... recognized as one of Canada's top 100 scenic restaurants


community: Vernon

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: Bulkley-Nechako, BC V0J 1S0, Canada

bike_access: rough

character: utilitarian

kid_friendly: no

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Glenannan

value: Tiny free rec site on a small interior lake deep in the Holy Cross-Binta Forest Road corridor, reachable only after roughly 62 km of forest service road from Hwy 16; no confirmed amenities and very remote.

value: Meuoon Lake Recreation Site

wow_evidence: roughly 62 km of forest service road ... very remote


value: 5239 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta, BC V4K 1W4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 65m; rack at 86m.

value: Fatburger Ladner is a casual burger restaurant that cooks every meal to order using fresh-never-frozen Alberta Angus beef, with a menu spanning burgers, chicken tenders, veggie options, hand-scooped milkshakes, and house-made onion rings. Part of the Fatburger Canada chain (proudly Canadian-owned since 2005), this location offers both dine-in and takeout with no drive-through. A touring cyclist stopping in the Delta–Ladner area would find a reliable hot meal with vegetarian choices available.

value: Fatburger

detail: Website lists 'veggie burgers & sandwiches'

wow_evidence: Part of the Fatburger Canada chain


value: 4299 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 30m; stands (8 spaces) at 88m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Whistler

value: Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre is a luxury full-service hotel situated at the heart of Whistler Village on Blackcomb Way, part of the international Pan Pacific Hotels Group chain. Its village-centre location places guests steps from Whistler's extensive trail network and the Valley Trail multi-use path. The property is undergoing elevator maintenance through mid-2026 but remains fully operational.

value: Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre

signal: Pan Pacific village-centre full-service; shoulder $280-350


value: Taco Bell

signal: chain 'taco bell'


value: 4890 Canoe Pass Way, V4M 4G8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 45m; rack (10 spaces) at 86m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Beach Grove

google_place_id: ChIJESHosGTnhVQRYyHuMrXmpJU

value: Arby's


community: Nanaimo

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: On-demand taxi service covering Creston, Trail, and Castlegar with long-distance trips available to Nelson, Cranbrook, and Vancouver. No bicycle policy is stated anywhere on the site.

value: Creston Cabs

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail

wow_evidence: on-demand taxi service covering Creston, Trail, and Castlegar


value: 1440 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC

community: Dawson Creek

value: Super 8 by Wyndham is a national budget motel chain located on Alaska Avenue in Dawson Creek, the southern terminus of the Alaska Highway and Mile Zero of one of cycling's most iconic long-distance routes. For touring cyclists completing or beginning the Alaska Highway journey, this motel offers a recognizable, consistent lodging option at a significant milestone destination. As a Wyndham property it participates in the Wyndham Rewards loyalty program.

value: Super 8 Dawson Creek

signal: chain 'super 8'


value: 8555 120 Street, Delta, V4C6R2

value: D Spot Dessert Café is a Canadian dessert franchise established in 2014, specializing in homemade ice cream, fresh waffles and crepes, Belgian chocolate creations, and savoury items. The Delta location is part of a growing national chain known for inventive, social-media-worthy desserts made with high-quality ingredients. All products are halal-certified and kosher, making this a broadly inclusive stop for cyclists seeking a sweet break.

value: D Spot Dessert Cafe

detail: FAQ confirms: 'We carry Gluten Free waffles, crepes and pancakes.' Dessert menu items are also confirmed halal and kosher; many items are inherently vegetarian

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: Canadian dessert franchise ... growing national chain


value: 609 Abbott Street, Vancouver, V6B 0J4

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (4 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (4 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (5 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 88m; wall_loops (6 spaces) at 89m. Total: 37 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Sushi Den is a Japanese fast-food sushi restaurant in downtown Vancouver's Crosstown neighbourhood offering takeout sushi with no drive-through. The restaurant has no official website of its own — a local fan built an unofficial site just to make the menu viewable on mobile. Touring cyclists passing through the downtown core will find it a quick stop for takeout sushi a few blocks from the False Creek seawall.

value: Sushi Den

wow_evidence: Unofficial website... because they don't have one


value: Mount Waddington, BC V0N 0C4, Canada

character: destination

washroom_type: pit

community: Rumble Beach

value: A revitalized 41-site municipal campground where Link River meets Alice Lake in remote Port Alice, offering a swimming beach, boat launch, horseshoe pits, and play equipment; no potable water on site, and the village sits 30 minutes off Highway 19.

value: Link River Regional Park Campground

ownership: Municipal

wow_evidence: swimming beach, boat launch


value: 7050 Trans-Canada Hwy, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0, Canada

community: Canyon Hot Springs

value: Private resort campground 35 km east of Revelstoke off the Trans-Canada, set in old-growth Selkirk rainforest between Glacier and Mount Revelstoke National Parks; two natural mineral hot-spring pools are on-site but charged separately from camping, and the season closes in September.

value: Canyon Hot Springs Resort

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: This Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Dawson Creek is a mid-range chain hotel offering standardized accommodations. It provides reliable overnight lodging typical of the brand. A straightforward stopping point for cycle tourists in Northern BC.

value: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dawson Creek

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: chain 'holiday inn express'


value: 2040 Columbia Ave., Rossland, BC V0G 1Y0

community: Rossland

value: Rossland Outdoor is a locally owned gear shop founded by Jason and Erik, two industry veterans with over 30 years of experience each, focused on mountain biking and skiing in the Monashee Mountains. The shop carries Specialized and Norco bikes and offers full bike service and repair for riders tackling Rossland's renowned singletrack and the Seven Summits trail system. Touring cyclists will find knowledgeable staff with genuine firsthand experience on local trails.

value: Rossland Outdoor Store

wow_evidence: locally owned … full ski and bike service and repair … knowledgeable staff with genuine firsthand experience on local trails


value: 2781 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4C5

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 12m; stands (4 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: The Burrow is a Mexican-inspired vegetarian and vegan restaurant that has anchored Commercial Drive in East Vancouver since 2009. It is known for creative weekend brunch served on morning-baked cornbread, handmade tacos on locally sourced corn tortillas, and cult-favourite baked burritos and nachos — all made entirely without meat. The casual, community-driven atmosphere and entirely plant-based menu make it a compelling stop for cyclists riding one of Vancouver's busiest cycling corridors.

value: The Burrow

detail: Website describes 'Mexican-inspired Vegetarian & Vegan Fare'. Menu confirms vegan wings, vegan cheese, vegan sour cream options throughout. No gluten-free claim found

confidence: low

signal: vegetarian/vegan Mexican, tacos/burritos, value; ~$14-22pp

wow_evidence: anchored Commercial Drive in East Vancouver since 2009... entirely plant-based menu


community: Langley

value: Moxie's

signal: chain 'moxie'


value: #6-19567 64th Ave Surrey, BC V3S 7H8

value: Sweet Revenge Bakery is a woman-owned bakery-cafe in Surrey, BC, founded by pastry chef Ally Han whose family also runs Maria's Gelato in Fort Langley. The cafe serves an extensive espresso and tea menu alongside freshly baked goods, house-made gelato, and custom cakes, all made in-store daily. It positions itself as a welcoming community gathering space, making it a comfortable stop for cyclists passing through the 64th Ave corridor.

value: Sweet Revenge Bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: woman-owned bakery-cafe... freshly baked goods, house-made gelato, and custom cakes, all made in-store daily


value: 4647 Johnston Road

community: Port Alberni

value: Buy Low Foods


value: 265 East 10th Avenue, Vancouver, V5T 4V1

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 33m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 33m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 34m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 38m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 39m; rack (5 spaces) at 61m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; rack (3 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 46 spaces.

value: Thierry is a celebrated Vancouver patisserie and chocolaterie founded by Chef Thierry Busset, a maître artisan chocolatier who trained in France and served as pastry chef at three Michelin three-star restaurants in London. The Mount Pleasant location at 10th and Main is one of three in the city, serving artisan pastries, macarons, handcrafted chocolates, fresh sandwiches, and café beverages in a neighbourhood setting with outdoor seating. Touring cyclists stopping here will find a substantial savoury menu alongside world-class sweets.

value: Thierry

detail: Menu lists 'Quiche Vegetarian (organic vegetables)' and a seasonal vegetarian soup; cakes menu includes 'Chocolate Trio — gluten free' Black Forest cake


value: 3 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, V5Y 1M8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 48m; rack at 49m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: The Anza Club is a long-running non-profit social club and live music venue in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood, tracing its roots to the Australian New Zealand Association and its presence in the community since the 1960s. The downstairs members' lounge features a pool table, dart boards, and a fireplace, while the main hall hosts an eclectic mix of live music, dance nights, trivia, and community events. Annual membership is open to everyone, making it an inclusive neighbourhood hub rather than a private retreat.

google_place_id: ChIJfbmDXuBzhlQRBgWCKERYmME

value: Anza Club

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: long-running non-profit social club and live music venue… tracing its roots to the Australian New Zealand Association… since the 1960s


value: 15988 Fraser Highway, Unit 302, Surrey, BC

value: Noodle Island is a Vietnamese restaurant situated in a commercial unit on Fraser Highway in Surrey. It serves noodle-based dishes consistent with Vietnamese cuisine, making it a potential stop for touring cyclists looking for a filling meal along this busy corridor.

value: Noodle Island

signal: Vietnamese noodle; ~$14-20pp


value: 101-7010 Duncan Street, Powell River, BC

community: Powell River

value: Capones Cellar is Powell River's liquor store, situated at the corner of Duncan and Joyce, stocking a broad range of wines, beers, and spirits. Its signature walk-in beer cooler lets you grab a cold beverage to go, and the store's walls are decorated with images and authentic signatures of Al Capone, Carlo Gambino, and Al Pacino — an unexpected bit of atmosphere for a bottle shop. A loyalty program and weekly senior's discount reflect its community-focused character.

value: Capones Cellar

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 2184 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; bollard (2 spaces) at 27m; bollard (2 spaces) at 39m; bollard (2 spaces) at 42m; bollard (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; bollard (2 spaces) at 53m; bollard (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; bollard (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; bollard (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Faubourg is a family-owned French boulangerie-pâtisserie founded in Vancouver in 2010, with three city locations including this Kerrisdale outpost. The bakery produces croissants, artisanal breads baked five times daily in a French deck oven, and a full range of pastries and macarons alongside a specialty coffee program. Touring cyclists will find a solid stop for quality food and espresso drinks in Vancouver's west side, with both dine-in and takeout available.

value: Faubourg


value: 950 Heriot Bay Road, Quathiaski Cove, BC

community: Quathiaski Cove

value: Quadra Island Golf Course is a community-built 9-hole course overlooking Sutil Channel and the Discovery Islands, accessible by a short ferry ride from Campbell River. The Q Restaurant & Patio serves fresh food with golf course views, and an 18-hole fantasy-themed mini golf course featuring giant driftwood sculptures by a local artist adds a unique stop for visitors. The course also includes a pro shop, 250-yard driving range, and a free shuttle from island ferry terminals.

value: Quadra Island Golf

wow_evidence: community-built 9-hole course... 18-hole fantasy-themed mini golf course featuring giant driftwood sculptures by a local artist


value: 1110 McKenzie Avenue, Victoria, BC V8P 5P5

community: Saanich

value: A franchise Subway sandwich shop on McKenzie Avenue in Victoria, offering customizable footlongs, 6-inch sandwiches, wraps, and salads alongside a breakfast menu. The independently owned and operated location supports in-restaurant dining, curbside pickup, and delivery, making it a flexible stop for those needing a quick, filling meal. It sits on a main arterial road in the Saanich area, potentially convenient for cyclists travelling through on routes connecting greater Victoria.

value: Subway

wow_evidence: franchise Subway sandwich shop


value: 4461 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; rack (6 spaces) at 87m; stands (32 spaces, covered) at 92m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 93m. Total: 50 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Pizza Pizza is a Canadian pizza chain founded in 1967 with over 750 locations coast to coast, operating here as a counter-service restaurant in a Burnaby strip unit along the busy Lougheed Highway corridor. The menu spans classic and specialty pizzas, panzerottis, poutine, chicken sandwiches, and sides. Indoor seating is available, and the kitchen offers plant-based, gluten-free, and vegetarian options, making it a practical calorie stop for cyclists moving through this part of Burnaby.

value: Pizza Pizza

detail: Website lists 'Veggie Favourites' and 'Plant-Based' menu sections (Plant-Based Chick'n Bites, etc.) and confirms gluten-free crust is available

signal: chain 'pizza pizza'

wow_evidence: Canadian pizza chain with over 750 locations coast to coast


label: wildflower bloom

months: June July August

community: Port Renfrew

value: Noyse Lake Campsite is one of five tent platforms along the semi-alpine Kludahk Trail on San Juan Ridge, reached via active forest service roads subject to temporary gate closures; a remote, trail-side stop with no confirmed amenities and snow on the ridge from roughly November through May.

value: Noyse Lake Campsite


community: Golden

value: Fire Pit BBQ Smokehouse is a barbecue restaurant located in the Kootenays region of British Columbia. A dedicated smokehouse in a mountain touring corridor, it would offer a calorie-dense stop for cyclists needing a hearty meal after long climbs. No further details about the experience or offerings could be confirmed due to the website being unavailable.

value: Fire Pit BBQ Smokehouse

signal: BBQ smokehouse; $18-30/person

wow_evidence: cuisine=barbecue


value: 1000-7899 Templeton Station Rd, Richmond, BC V7B 0B7

community: Richmond

value: Soft Peaks Ice Cream is an artisanal soft-serve counter near Metrotown in Burnaby, distinguished by monthly rotating flavors such as the earthy matcha 'Green Forest' and seasonal offerings like festive eggnog. Beyond ice cream, the shop serves a full espresso and tea menu in a bright, airy space with distinctive wooden step seating. It offers a calm, welcoming rest stop for cyclists looking for a sweet treat and coffee in the Metrotown area.

value: Soft Peaks Ice Cream

detail: Menu consists entirely of soft-serve ice cream, espresso drinks, and tea — no food items suitable for packed lunches

subcategory: Ice Cream

wow_evidence: artisanal soft-serve counter...monthly rotating flavors


value: 450 Granville Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (4 spaces) at 82m; stands (4 spaces) at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (3 spaces) at 97m; stands (9 spaces) at 99m. Total: 34 spaces.

value: Trees Organic Coffee is a Vancouver institution operating since 1996, celebrated for its award-winning homemade cheesecakes and small-batch roasted organic coffee across 14 locations in the city. The 450 Granville Street downtown location doubles as a live music venue with free Thursday and Friday evening performances. Cyclists passing through downtown Vancouver will find indoor and outdoor seating, a full menu of sandwiches and baked goods, and online ordering with in-store pickup.

value: Trees Organic Coffee

wow_evidence: Vancouver institution operating since 1996 ... award-winning homemade cheesecakes ... 14 locations


value: 3328 Kingsway #110, Vancouver, BC V5R 5L1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 18m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Wang's Shanghai Cuisine is a no-frills Kingsway institution serving handmade Shanghainese dumplings, pan-fried pork buns, and dan dan noodles to a loyal local following. The kitchen turns orders fast and the atmosphere evokes the casual energy of a street-food stall. Cash is the only accepted payment method, so cyclists should come prepared.

value: Wang's Shanghai Cuisine

signal: Mains $17–18 (noodles, rice bowls), casual quick-service noodle house

wow_evidence: no-frills Kingsway institution serving handmade Shanghainese dumplings... loyal local following


value: 5609 Imperial Street

value: Hannam Supermarket is Western Canada's leading Korean grocery chain, with this Metrotown location being its newest branch, opened in 2025. The store carries over 11,000 Korean food products and household items, serving both the Korean-Canadian community and anyone seeking authentic Asian ingredients. A touring cyclist stopping here will find a full-scale supermarket with fresh produce, pantry staples, and Korean specialty goods.

value: Hannam Supermarket


value: 408 Broadway St W, Nakusp, BC

community: Nakusp

value: Bella Soriah is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in downtown Nakusp, BC, owned and operated by industry veterans Tyler Leeson and Leslie Williamson, who bring experience from Vancouver, Montreal, and Australia. The kitchen serves Mediterranean dishes infused with local British Columbia ingredients in a setting designed to be cozy and comfortable without sacrificing exceptional food and service. The restaurant also makes its space available for private group events and buyouts.

value: Bella Soriah

signal: Mediterranean, local ingredients; ~$20-30pp


value: 11700 Cambie Road, Richmond, V6X 1L5

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'


value: 7439 Frontier Street, Pemberton, BC V0N 2L0

community: Pemberton

value: Town Square is a community-focused full-service restaurant, food truck, and off-site catering operation at the centre of Pemberton, BC. The kitchen leans on locally sourced and organic ingredients from the Pemberton Valley, and the brunch menu stands out with eggs Benedict served on house-made bannock topped with house-cured salmon or locally sourced bison. Friday nights bring live music, cementing its role as a genuine gathering place for locals and travellers passing through the valley.

value: Town Square

detail: Website states 'we offer Gluten free options, vegetarian and vegan!'

signal: community restaurant + food truck, local/organic brunch; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: eggs Benedict served on house-made bannock topped with house-cured salmon or locally sourced bison... genuine gathering place for locals and travellers


value: 2144 Keating Cross Road, Saanichton, BC

community: Central Saanich

value: Keating Pizza has been a fixture near the Keating Industrial Park since 1989, serving generous 'Heavy Duty' pizza slices — up to nine varieties daily — alongside 33 specialty pizzas, chicken wings, poutine, and house-made desserts like Nanaimo Bars. It is a no-frills, locally rooted pizza shop with a loyal following and online ordering available. Cyclists passing through the Saanich Peninsula on Keating Cross Road would find it a filling and convenient meal stop.

value: Keating Pizza

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 1568 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8R 6R1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces, covered) at 16m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 70m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Subway at 1568 Fort St is a franchise sandwich shop located in the Stadacona Centre Building in Victoria's Fernwood neighbourhood, offering Footlongs, 6" sandwiches, wraps, and salads. Breakfast service is available, and orders can be placed in-restaurant, online, via pickup, delivery, or curbside. All locations are independently owned and operated.

value: Subway


value: 5980 University Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 7m; rack at 13m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 29m; rack (28 spaces) at 35m; stands (4 spaces) at 38m; stands (10 spaces) at 92m. Total: 44 spaces.

community: University Hill

value: Ryuu Japanese Kitchen is a Japanese restaurant serving authentic home-style Japanese cuisine with a UBC campus location on University Boulevard. It is one of three Ryuu locations in Vancouver and offers online ordering with a loyalty rewards program. Cyclists navigating the UBC area will find it a convenient dine-in or takeout option.

value: Ryuu Japanese Kitchen

signal: home-style Japanese, $4 happy-hour appies; ~$15-24pp


community: Vernon

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 3664 Yellowhead Highway, V0J 2N0

community: Smithers

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 1268 Chatsworth Road, Qualicum Beach

price_band: premium

community: Qualicum Beach

value: A small wooded RV park off Highway 4 near Parksville, with 15 grassy treed sites on 3 acres at the foot of Mount Arrowsmith. Primarily RV-oriented with full hook-ups; tent sites run $45/night, but the position is handy for riders transiting toward Tofino with Cathedral Grove and Little Qualicum Falls just minutes away.

value: Whiskey Creek RV Campground

wow_evidence: 15 grassy treed sites on 3 acres at the foot of Mount Arrowsmith... sits directly on Highway 4 between Parksville and Port Alberni — the primary cycling corridor to Tofino and Ucluelet


community: Langley

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: Squamish-Lillooet, BC V8E 0C2, Canada

bike_access: hard

label: alpine wildflowers, snow-free access

months: July August

community: Blackcomb

value: Hike-in backcountry campsite at a remote alpine lake in Garibaldi Park, reached via the demanding Singing Pass trail from Whistler; expect self-sufficient wilderness conditions, no vehicle access, and a multi-hour approach on foot.

value: Russet Lake Campgrounds

ownership: Provincial park

wow_evidence: accessible only via a multi-hour hike from the nearest trailhead, placing it well outside practical reach for loaded touring cyclists


value: 6384 Watson Road, Lone Butte, V0K 1X3

price_band: standard

washroom_type: flush

community: Lone Butte

value: Family-run lakeside resort on Horse Lake, 16 km east of 100 Mile House, with well-maintained tent sites set among pine, spruce, fir, and aspen; boat and kayak rentals on-site make it a natural hub for a water-activity layover day. Tent sites are $30/night; the commercial resort atmosphere suits families more than solitude-seekers.

value: Bonanza Resort

wow_evidence: family-run lakeside resort on Horse Lake...tenting sites with fire pits and picnic tables; no bike-specific amenities mentioned


value: 2517 Sturdies Bay Rd, Galiano Island, BC V0N 1P0

blurb: Contemporary community art centre at Galiano's Sturdies Bay.

community: Galiano

value: A non-profit contemporary community art space in the heart of Sturdies Bay on Galiano Island, housed in a converted building. The centre hosts rotating curated exhibitions, live music performances, workshops, life drawing sessions, and an artist-in-residency program. A cultural stop for cyclists exploring the Gulf Islands, with a lively calendar of events from spring through fall.

label: Summer exhibitions & festivals

theme: art-culture

value: Yellowhouse Art Centre

signal: Nonprofit community art center; no admission listed for gallery viewing; free events highlighted

wow_evidence: Non-profit contemporary art space with rotating shows, music, and residencies at Sturdies Bay.


value: 125 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 35m; stands (7 spaces) at 69m; stands (7 spaces) at 85m; stands (3 spaces) at 90m. Total: 27 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: Richards Street

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (9 spaces) at 39m; rack (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (6 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 88m; stands (3 spaces) at 89m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 94m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 13753 72 Avenue, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: Pizza Hut

signal: chain 'pizza hut'


value: 910 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1M7

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (6 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Khanh Express is a family-founded Vietnamese-Cambodian noodle soup restaurant in downtown Vancouver, built as a tribute to the owner's father and his love of pho. The Beatty Street location sits in the heart of a well-connected cycling corridor and offers a broad menu spanning pho, vermicelli, banh mi, and rice dishes with dedicated vegetarian options. Online ordering and a digital loyalty program via LoyLap make it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Pho Khanh Express

detail: Website menu page lists a dedicated 'Vegetarian' category alongside other menu sections

signal: Pho shop, sit-down Vietnamese noodle house; no prices posted

wow_evidence: family-founded Vietnamese-Cambodian noodle soup restaurant... built as a tribute to the owner's father


community: Coquitlam


value: 3122 Mount Lehman Rd C180, Abbotsford, BC V2T 0C5

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 43m; stands (4 spaces) at 53m; stands (4 spaces) at 71m; stands (4 spaces) at 72m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Ono's Sushi is a fusion and authentic Japanese restaurant that has been operating since 2013, situated inside the HighStreet Shopping Centre near Highway 1 (Exit 83) in Abbotsford. The restaurant emphasizes fresh presentation and regularly refreshes its menu with specialty rolls, sashimi, donburi, and Japanese soups. Its location in a large suburban mall complex positions it as a potential meal stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley corridor.

value: Ono's Sushi

signal: mall sushi, specialty rolls; ~$15-25pp


value: 33995 Old Yale Road, Abbotsford, V2S 2K1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 9m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Abby Pizza Place is a family-run pizza delivery and takeout shop on the outskirts of Abbotsford, also tagged in OSM as carrying convenience goods. It focuses on fast, hot pizza delivered to your door or available for pickup, making it a handy stop for a hungry cyclist passing through the Old Yale Road corridor. The combined pizza-and-convenience model means a touring cyclist may be able to grab both a hot meal and trail snacks in one stop.

value: Abby Pizza Place & Convenience


value: 1520 McCallum Road, Unit 104, V2S 8A3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: staple (4 spaces, covered) at 29m; staple (4 spaces) at 62m; staple (4 spaces) at 93m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: College Park Liquor Store is an alcohol retailer in Chilliwack's McCallum Road shopping area. It serves as a convenient stop for beverages during cycling trips through the region.

value: College Park Liquor Store


value: 120 Old Vernon Rd, Kelowna, V1X 4R2

community: Kelowna

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 4508 Fraser Street

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (7 spaces, covered) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (8 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: No Frills


value: 117 North Francois Highway

community: Burns Lake

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 3900 Crawford Avenue, Merit

community: Merritt

value: Walmart Supercenter (store #1036) is a large-format retailer on Crawford Avenue in Merritt, BC, offering a full grocery department alongside general merchandise including clothing, electronics, and household goods. For a touring cyclist passing through the interior of BC, it is one of the most comprehensive one-stop resupply points on the Coquihalla corridor. The Supercenter format typically includes a pharmacy, vision centre, and photo department inside a single large building.

value: Walmart


value: 39180 Powerhouse Springs Road, Squamish, V8B0C2

blurb: Elevated rainforest boardwalks over Mamquam Falls.

community: Squamish

value: Squamish Canyon is an immersive nature attraction featuring elevated boardwalks through the UNESCO-designated Howe Sound Biosphere coastal rainforest, just off the Sea-to-Sky Highway. Visitors walk above the forest floor past Mamquam Falls through old-growth cedar and fir trees shaped by glacial and volcanic history going back 13,000 years. The on-site Forest Lounge Eatery offers beverages and light food in a moss-and-fern setting, and a nature play area caters to younger visitors.

facet_confidence: low

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Squamish Canyon

detail: Forest Lounge Eatery on site; website describes it as 'a peaceful place to relax among moss and ferns, where you can enjoy a beverage and light eats.'

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: new boardwalk attraction; tickets ~$35-40

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: New elevated-boardwalk attraction over Mamquam Falls in the Howe Sound Biosphere — polished 1–2 hour stop.


value: 2615 Hwy 3A, Nelson, BC V1L 6K9

community: Willow Point

value: Kokanee Glacier Resort is a resort-motel situated just outside Nelson, BC on Highway 3A, offering suites with full kitchens, living rooms, and bedrooms for a comfortable multi-night stay. It serves as a basecamp for the Kootenays' outdoor offerings—mountain biking, hiking, fishing, hot springs, skiing, and golf at several nearby courses. The property has an on-site restaurant and partners with local activity operators to round out a touring itinerary.

value: Kokanee Glacier Resort

detail: On-site restaurant promoted prominently on the homepage: 'Visit Kokanee Glacier Resort Restaurant Now!'

signal: bare motel, no chain


value: 12695 Sunshine Coast Highway, Madeira Park, BC V0N 2H0

community: Madeira Park

value: Sunshine Coast Resort is a waterfront hotel and marina in Madeira Park (Pender Harbour), offering oceanview suites, executive cottages, and self-contained rooms with kitchenettes and decks overlooking the ocean and mountains. The resort positions itself as a basecamp for Sunshine Coast recreation including mountain biking, kayaking, and hiking, and operates its own fleet of boat rentals. Its marina and pet-friendly policy add to its appeal as a multi-night destination stop for touring cyclists riding the Sunshine Coast.

value: Sunshine Coast Resort

signal: stated package rates from $305/night; waterfront suites + marina

wow_evidence: waterfront hotel and marina in Madeira Park... basecamp for Sunshine Coast recreation including mountain biking, kayaking, and hiking


value: 6403 Cottonwood Drive, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V3

community: Osoyoos

value: Sage Pub & Liquor Store in Osoyoos is a full-service pub-restaurant and attached liquor store serving handmade pizzas, pub favourites, wings, entrees, and a broad takeout menu. It sits in the heart of south Okanagan cycling country and draws a lively local crowd with weekly trivia nights and karaoke. The combination of a kitchen and on-site liquor store makes it a practical resupply and meal stop for touring cyclists passing through town.

value: Sage Pub & Liquor Store

detail: Menu lists a Vegetarian pizza, Veggie Platter, and a gluten-free pizza crust option

signal: Full-service pub-restaurant (pizza/pub fare) + liquor store

wow_evidence: full-service pub-restaurant and attached liquor store; takeout and delivery confirmed


community: Langford

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 707 Queensbury Avenue, North Vancouver City

community: North Vancouver

value: Sansho is a Japanese sushi and dining restaurant anchored by chef Hideki Yamamoto, who spent twenty years running Dharma Sushi in Halifax before bringing his thirty years of sushi expertise to North Vancouver. The restaurant sits in Queensbury Market at the foot of Grand Boulevard, offering a broad menu spanning izakaya starters, sashimi, specialty rolls, noodles, and teriyaki dinners. A dedicated gluten-free menu and online ordering make it a practical meal stop for cyclists with dietary needs.

value: Sansho

detail: Website lists a dedicated 'GLUTEN-FREE' special menu section and 'GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS' within the main menu

signal: sushi, 30-yr chef, lunch specials; ~$18-30pp

wow_evidence: thirty years of sushi expertise


value: 5931 Hastings Street, Burnaby, V5B 1R7

community: Burnaby

value: Olove Greek Kitchen is a family-run Greek restaurant on East Hastings Street in Burnaby, serving traditional dishes like moussaka, grilled octopus, housemade spanakopita, and souvlaki wraps stuffed with house-cut chips in the Greek street-food style. The kitchen carries a warm, playful brand voice rooted in home-cooking, and the menu caters to a range of dietary needs including a dedicated vegan option. Takeout is available alongside full dine-in service.

value: Olove Greek Kitchen

detail: Dinner menu includes a VEGAN Goddess Bowl, FALAFEL souva, SPANAKOPITA (organic spinach), BOUREKAKIA (organic wild greens and feta), KOUNOUPITHI (cauliflower), and multiple vegetarian dips and salads. No GF labelling found

signal: Mains $24–27 (moussaka, half roast chicken); wraps $15–18


value: 2095 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 14m; bollard (2 spaces) at 26m; bollard (2 spaces) at 46m; rack (10 spaces) at 56m; bollard (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; rack (10 spaces) at 76m; rack (6 spaces) at 78m; bollard (2 spaces) at 85m. Total: 41 spaces.

value: A 24/7 McDonald's drive-through and dine-in location in the Kerrisdale neighbourhood of Vancouver, offering the full Canadian McDonald's menu including McCafé beverages. As a round-the-clock fast food stop with drive-through access, it is a reliable resupply point for touring cyclists on long days or early-morning departures. The Kerrisdale location sits near several residential cycling corridors on Vancouver's west side.

value: McDonald's


value: 10355 152 St Unit #1172, Surrey, BC V3R 7C1, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 76m.

value: Cinnzeo

signal: amenity=bar


value: 500 Matterson Drive, Ucluelet, BC

blurb: Ucluelet's municipal community centre and rec hub.

community: Ucluelet

value: Ucluelet Community Centre is a municipal recreation facility run by the District of Ucluelet, offering seasonal programs in fitness, arts, and youth activities. Located in the small west-coast town of Ucluelet on Vancouver Island's rugged Pacific Rim, it serves as a community hub for residents and visitors alike. Touring cyclists on the Pacific Rim Highway may find it a useful stop in a town with limited public facilities.

theme: recreation

value: Ucluelet Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal rec facility, standard 1/1.


value: 20398 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge

community: Maple Ridge

value: The Reach is a community-rooted neighbourhood pub on Dewdney Trunk Road in Maple Ridge, serving no-fuss comfort food alongside a rotating selection of local craft beers. It functions as a genuine local gathering place with weekly themed food specials, live music nights, and Sunday trivia. Touring cyclists passing through Maple Ridge's Fraser Valley corridor would find a welcoming, unpretentious stop with a full pub menu and a strong sense of neighbourhood hospitality.

value: The Reach Neighbourhood Pub & Grill

detail: Menu lists Cauliflower as a Taco Tuesday filling option alongside Chicken, Beef, and Fish; pasta dishes (Marinara Rotini, Pesto Cream Linguine, Rosé Penne) also appear vegetarian. No explicit GF or vegan claim made

signal: Most mains $10-18 (wings, tacos, pasta, steak special), sit-down pub

wow_evidence: community-rooted neighbourhood pub... weekly themed food specials, live music nights, and Sunday trivia


value: 1317 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 1Z4

community: Dawson Creek

value: The Lodge Motor Inn is a 40-room motel centrally located in Dawson Creek on the Alaska Highway, a primary northern BC cycling corridor, offering 24-hour check-in and wheelchair-accessible rooms. The property is part of a small family-run chain with locations in Dawson Creek and Grande Prairie, known for clean, quiet rooms and friendly service. An on-site café operates in the same building, though its current status is unclear from the website.

value: The Lodge Motor Inn


value: 275 Robson Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 29 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; bollard (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (4 spaces) at 45m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 46m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; bollard (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (12 spaces) at 72m; bollard (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (8 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 84 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: This McDonald's, branded internally as the 'TV Towers' branch, sits on Robson Street in central Vancouver near the entertainment and shopping district. It is a dine-in location with both indoor and outdoor seating and no drive-through. As a 24/7 urban fast-food stop it offers a reliable resupply point for cyclists passing through the city core.


value: 11700 Cambie Road, Unit 175, Richmond, BC V6X 1L5

community: Richmond

value: Typhoon BBT Cafe is a Taiwanese cafe in Richmond offering an extensive menu of bubble teas, hot drinks, slushes, and full meals including noodles, hot pot, rice dishes, and deep-fried snacks. The cafe supports online ordering through its website and dedicated app. Cyclists passing through Richmond's Cambie Road corridor will find a wide range of food and drink options to refuel.

value: Typhoon Bubble Tea Taiwanese Cuisine

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: Taiwanese cafe in Richmond offering an extensive menu of bubble teas … and full meals


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces, covered) at 92m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Nando's

signal: chain 'nando'


value: 855 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K6

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (4 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (68 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (4 spaces) at 88m. Total: 88 spaces.

value: Sutton Place Wine Merchant is a boutique wine, beer, and spirits shop in the heart of downtown Vancouver, with over 17 years in business and a curated selection of 1,000+ bottles sourced from local and international vineyards. The store employs certified sommeliers who offer personalized consultations and hosts regular guided tasting events, including a free weekly Friday tasting and monthly Backroom Barrel Sessions. Cyclists can purchase a bottle to go or have products delivered via Uber Eats, making it a convenient downtown stop for those wanting to bring home a local BC wine.

value: Sutton Place Wine Merchant

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: over 17 years in business...certified sommeliers...free weekly Friday tasting and monthly Backroom Barrel Sessions


value: Kootenay Boundary, BC V0G 1Y0, Canada

community: Silica

value: A single-vehicle creek-side rec site tucked in the Rossland Range's Big Sheep Creek valley, accessed by 9 km of gravel FSR after a scenic climb over Record Ridge; the site is minimal but a good fishing hole is right beside the picnic table.

value: Big Sheep Creek Recreation Site

wow_evidence: single-vehicle creek-side rec site


value: 2575 Commercial Drive

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 52m; rack (4 spaces) at 65m; rack (1 space) at 73m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Commercial Sushi is a Japanese sushi restaurant located on Commercial Drive, one of Vancouver's most active and cycle-friendly commercial corridors. The restaurant offers indoor seating in a no-smoking environment. Its position on the Drive places it along a route frequented by cyclists moving through East Vancouver.

value: Commercial Sushi

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

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 1558 Johnston Road, V4B 3Z7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 75m; rack at 89m.

community: White Rock

value: Mashawee Lebanese Grill is a Lebanese fast-food restaurant in Tsawwassen with takeout service. It offers a cuisine option beyond typical fast-food chains for touring cyclists.

value: Mashawee Lebanese Grill


value: 101-175 W 3rd St, North Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 34m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 64m; stands (4 spaces) at 88m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Butter Lane Bake Shop is a North Vancouver bakery founded in 2014 and specializing in custom cakes for weddings, birthdays, and celebrations, alongside savoury catering and dessert bars. The shop operates from two locations: a dedicated bakery at 175 W 3rd St and a stall inside the Lonsdale Quay Market. Cyclists passing through the Lonsdale area or the Lower Lonsdale neighbourhood can stop in for freshly baked pastries and sweets.

value: Butter Lane Bake Shop

signal: shop=bakery

wow_evidence: North Vancouver bakery founded in 2014 specializing in custom cakes


bike_parking_detail: 19 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 21m; bollard (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; bollard (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; bollard (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; bollard (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (7 spaces) at 58m; bollard (2 spaces) at 69m; bollard (2 spaces) at 70m; bollard (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (7 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 52 spaces.

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'


community: Courtenay

value: Cascadia Liquor Store


value: 2545 Blanca Street

blurb: Museum and hall of fame of British Columbia golf history, near UBC.

community: West Point Grey

value: The BC Golf Museum and Hall of Fame chronicles the history of golf in British Columbia, honouring the province's notable players, courses, and contributors to the sport. Located in Point Grey near UBC, it sits along routes popular with Vancouver-area cyclists. A touring cyclist passing through the area would find it a compact cultural stop in a quiet residential neighbourhood.

value: BC Golf Museum and Hall of Fame

signal: volunteer golf museum, donation entry

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Provincial sport hall of fame with a real collection, but a very niche visit.


value: 7667 6th Street, Burnaby, BC V3N 3M8

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

value: Beauty For Ashes is a specialty African grocery and beauty products store carrying authentic West and Central African staples — including gari, palm oil, dried fish, pap varieties, plantain chips, and fresh vegetables — that are difficult to find elsewhere in the Lower Mainland. The Burnaby location is one of two stores (the other in Surrey), and the business also offers online ordering with delivery via Genie Delivery and in-store pickup. A touring cyclist looking for an unusual resupply stop would find a broad range of packaged and fresh African food products here.

value: Beauty For Ashes

wow_evidence: one of two stores (the other in Surrey)


value: 120 West Hastings Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands at 63m; stands (4 spaces) at 86m; stands (4 spaces) at 97m; stands (3 spaces) at 99m. Total: 43 spaces.

value: Hoxton Gastown is a comedy-focused bar and restaurant in Vancouver's historic Gastown neighbourhood, offering a chef-driven food menu alongside stand-up shows, weekly trivia nights, and a full bar. The venue doubles as a rentable creative space for film shoots, music videos, private parties, and brand activations. A touring cyclist stopping in Gastown would find a lively, food-forward spot with a distinct comedy-club atmosphere.

value: Hoxton Gastown

signal: Bar/venue with named chef, casual entertainment positioning, no menu prices visible


community: Lund

value: Rigger's is a pub on Savary Island, a small, largely car-free island in the Strait of Georgia accessible by water taxi from Powell River. As one of the few food and drink establishments on the island, it serves as a natural gathering point for visitors arriving by boat, kayak, or bicycle. The remote island setting makes any resupply stop here a notable waypoint for touring cyclists exploring BC's Sunshine Coast.

value: Rigger's

signal: amenity=pub


value: 121 Lower Ganges Rd, Ganges, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2T1

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 9m; rack at 68m; rack at 84m; rack at 94m. Total: 6 spaces.

blurb: Salt Spring's visitor centre in Ganges village.

community: Ganges, Salt Spring Island

value: The Salt Spring Visitor Centre is operated by the Salt Spring Island Chamber of Commerce and serves as the main information hub for visitors to Salt Spring Island in the Southern Gulf Islands. Located in Ganges, it is a natural first stop for touring cyclists arriving by ferry who need local maps, trail information, and recommendations for food, lodging, and attractions across the island.

dwell: quick

theme: civic

value: Salt Spring Island Visitor Information Centre

label: N/A — not an admission venue

signal: tourism=information

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Chamber-run island VC in Ganges; VC anchor band.


value: 3860 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, V5C 6N4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 67m.

value: Happy Valley Food City is a large multi-concept Chinese dining venue on Lougheed Highway in Burnaby, housing both 'Wonder House' (dim sum lunches and Cantonese seafood dinners) and 'HV Cafe' (Hong Kong-style cafe serving breakfast and cafe fare all day). The restaurant also offers frozen prepared foods for sale and online ordering with pickup or delivery. Wheelchair access is confirmed via OSM.

value: Happy Valley Food City

signal: Set meals $21.95–$38.95; Cantonese dim sum & seafood casual restaurant


value: 107 - 2537 Beacon Ave, Sidney, BC V8L 1Y3

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 13m; stands (5 spaces) at 43m; rack (5 spaces) at 71m; rack (4 spaces) at 86m. Total: 22 spaces.

community: Sidney

value: Riva is a waterfront restaurant on Sidney's Beacon Avenue offering stunning harbour views alongside a fresh seasonal menu of local seafood, flatbreads, burgers, and house-made desserts. The kitchen sources ingredients locally whenever possible and accommodates gluten-free diners across most of the menu. Regular live jazz performances by acclaimed musicians make it a lively evening destination as well as a daytime dining stop.

value: Riva Restaurant & Pub

detail: Menu notes one item as '*not available for delivery*', confirming a delivery/takeout service is offered for other menu items

detail: Website states 'Most of our menu is available gluten-free'; menu includes a plant-based grilled veggie burger and vegetarian options such as wild mushroom and leek risotto, beet salad, and arancini

signal: Pasta mains $35–45; casual entrees $28–34

wow_evidence: waterfront restaurant on Sidney's Beacon Avenue… fresh seasonal menu of local seafood… Regular live jazz performances


value: 1650 Marine Dr. West Vancouver, BC V7V 1J1

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (4 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; rack at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Okanagan Estate Wine Cellar is a specialty wine shop on Marine Drive in West Vancouver dedicated to bringing Okanagan Valley wines to Vancouver's North Shore, stocking labels from over 20 BC wineries including Mission Hill, Quails' Gate, and NK'MIP Cellars. The shop is staffed by knowledgeable wine professionals who can advise visitors across all experience levels. Cyclists passing through could pick up a bottle of BC wine to enjoy at camp or as a take-home gift.

google_place_id: ChIJQxmlhRBuhlQRmhRGwJyudRY

value: Okanagan Estate Wine Cellar

signal: Specialty BC wine retail shop, not a dining venue


community: Nanoose Bay

value: Cascadia Liquor


value: 10829 West Coast Road, Shirley, BC V9Z 1G9

community: River Jordan

value: Point No Point Resort is a historic waterfront retreat established in 1952, perched on 40 acres of rugged Pacific coastline overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca near Shirley, BC, about 40 km west of Sooke on the West Coast Road. Its acclaimed fine-dining restaurant emphasizes fresh west coast Pacific seafood and has been recognized by Zagat, Sunset Magazine, and CBC. The resort's 25 private oceanfront cabins also make it a notable destination for cyclists seeking a multi-day stay along this scenic coastal route.

value: Point No Point Resort

detail: Website states explicitly: 'Dinner will be served dine-in only.'

signal: resort fine dining, West Coast Pacific, Dining Excellence; ~$40-65pp

wow_evidence: recognized by Zagat, Sunset Magazine, and CBC; established in 1952


value: 5955 Hector Rd, Port Alberni, BC, V9Y 9E8

label: farm tours and petting farm open

community: Sproat Lake

value: A 67-acre working farm and campground on the Somass River near Port Alberni, with riverside campsites, a petting farm, farm tours, and gentle river trails — a family-friendly rural stop with genuine pastoral character.

value: Arrowvale Campground & Cottages

wow_evidence: 67-acre working farm and campground on the Somass River...established 1992; riverside campsites, petting farm, farm tours


value: 3895 Ski Hill Rd, Wells, BC

community: Wells

value: An RV park in BC's Cariboo/Chilcotin region; website was unreachable so facilities, fees, and road surface are unknown — confirm details before routing here.

value: Nugget Hills RV


community: Valemount

value: A Korean and Japanese restaurant serving the local community. Specific details about the business are not currently available through online verification.

value: Korean, Japanese Restaurant

signal: Korean & Japanese, Valemount; ~$15-25pp


value: Blue Lake Rd, Williams Lake, BC V0K 2G0, Canada

community: Soda Creek

value: A small walk-in tent-only site tucked in a mature Douglas-fir stand right beside Blue Lake in the Cariboo; a short trail leads to the lakeshore, but cyclists must park at the road and carry gear 335m to reach the site.

value: Blue Lake North Campground

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: walk-in tent-only site ... right beside Blue Lake


value: 1095A Cliffe Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 75m; rack at 80m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 5695 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC V5P 3W2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 50m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Kokoro Ramen is a craft Japanese ramen restaurant in East Vancouver, founded in 2016 by a team of culinary professionals with formal ramen and udon school training in Japan. The restaurant emphasizes authentic, health-conscious ramen made from fresh ingredients, and has expanded into retail with frozen ramen kits sold at grocery stores across the Lower Mainland. Both dine-in and takeout are available, making it a sit-down or grab-and-go option for cyclists on Victoria Drive.

value: Kokoro Ramen

signal: craft ramen; ~$16-24pp


value: 1417 Canyon Street, Creston

community: Creston

value: Buffalo Trails Coffee House is a family-owned, community-rooted coffee house in Creston that has been part of the Kootenay community since 2008. The business operates its own small-batch artisan roastery and sources ingredients hyper-locally — organic dairy from Kootenay Meadows, meats from Famous Fritz, and seasonal produce from valley fruit stands. The patio hosts a seasonal ice cream parlour called Happy Trails, offering Foothills ice cream, milkshakes, and fresh-squeezed lemonade.

value: Buffalo Trails Coffee Shop

wow_evidence: family-owned, community-rooted coffee house in Creston … since 2008 … operates its own small-batch artisan roastery


value: 1085 Lougheed Hwy, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6L5, Canada

community: Coquitlam

value: Dairy Queen


value: 14729 Highway 3A, Gray Creek, V0B 1S0

community: Gray Creek

value: The Lakeview Store has been a grocery anchor on the remote east shore of Kootenay Lake since the early 1940s, operating as part of the larger Kootenay Lakeview resort complex. It offers a surprisingly full selection including fresh produce, specialty cheeses, organic and bulk foods, a rural liquor agency, and espresso drinks made from locally roasted beans. Lakeshore picnic tables make it a natural stop for cyclists travelling the scenic Highway 3A corridor, which is rated the number one motorcycle road in southern BC.

value: Lakeview Store

detail: Website describes a fully stocked grocery store with fresh produce, specialty cheeses, organic and bulk foods, fresh bread, canned and frozen foods, and seasonal local products

detail: Store page lists samosas and sausage rolls, fresh sandwiches, and espresso drinks (latte, americano, cappuccino, espresso shots) made from locally roasted beans

wow_evidence: grocery anchor on the remote east shore of Kootenay Lake since the early 1940s...Lakeshore picnic tables


value: 2310 Emerson St, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3J2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wall_loops (12 spaces) at 70m. Total: 12 spaces.

blurb: Outdoor 25 m pool with rope swing and splash pad.

community: Abbotsford

value: A 25-metre, 8-lane outdoor competition pool operated by Recreation Excellence on behalf of the City of Abbotsford. The facility features a rope swing, splashpad, playground, and a covered picnic shelter on the grounds. Fully wheelchair-accessible with ramp water entry, water wheelchair, and barrier-free change rooms—a welcome stop for touring cyclists looking to cool off on a hot day.

value: Centennial Pool

detail: Barrier-free shower in change room and accessible shower in family change room; facility accepts drop-in admission

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

signal: municipal outdoor pool drop-in ~$6-8

detail: Barrier-free drinking fountain listed as a building feature

wow_evidence: Outdoor 25 m pool with rope swing and splash pad — outdoor pool anchor: delight 2.


value: 8888 Arrow Road, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

community: Shuswap

value: The Kanata Invermere is a 100% Canadian-owned chain hotel nestled in the Columbia Valley, offering a wide range of room types from standard queens to full kitchen suites and family rooms. The on-site Rocky River Grill provides meals and beverages for guests after a day of exploring the valley. It is one of several Kanata Inns locations spread across western Canada.

value: The Kanata Invermere

detail: On-site Rocky River Grill: 'Enjoy the convenience of a great meal or a relaxing beverage after a long day of exploring the valley.'

signal: Kanata value chain, spend-less positioning, Invermere; $110-140

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 414 Seymour Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2G6

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 33m; rack (4 spaces) at 67m; rack (1 space) at 79m; rack (1 space) at 83m; rack (1 space) at 93m; rack (1 space) at 96m. Total: 9 spaces.

community: Kamloops

value: Daana Paani is a supermarket located on Seymour Street in downtown Kamloops. The name suggests South Asian origins, which may indicate a specialty grocery selection alongside general provisions. Kamloops is a key stop on several Interior BC cycling routes, making downtown grocery access valuable for touring cyclists.

value: Daana Paani - The Indian Grocery Store


value: 4185 Kalum Lake Drive, Terrace, BC V8G 0G8

community: Rosswood

value: A family-owned general store in the rural community of Rosswood, operating since 1983 and housed in a historic building originally used as an Officer's Mess during World War II. Located along the Nisga'a Highway corridor near Terrace, it stocks everyday essentials, fresh farm eggs, bulk foods, locally made goods, and specialty products—a rare resupply point in a remote stretch of Northern BC. The current owner took over in 2012 and has continued the store's role as a central community gathering place.

value: Rosswood General Store

wow_evidence: family-owned general store... operating since 1983... housed in a historic building originally used as an Officer's Mess during World War II


community: Burnaby

value: Costco Food Court

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 410 Main St, McBride, BC V0J 2E0, Canada

community: McBride

value: AG appears to be a supermarket in McBride, BC, a small community in the Robson Valley along the Yellowhead Highway (Highway 16). For touring cyclists navigating this remote stretch of interior BC, a grocery store in McBride would represent a key resupply opportunity between larger centres. The Facebook page handle 'mcbrideagfoods' suggests this is an AG Foods location, a BC-based independent grocery banner.

value: AG

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: mcbrideagfoods suggests this is an AG Foods location, a BC-based independent grocery banner


value: 4595 Albert Street, Burnaby, V5C 2G6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (covered) at 4m.

blurb: North Burnaby library branch housing the city archives.

value: McGill is a branch of Burnaby Public Library situated at the corner of Albert Street and Alpha Street, near the Willingdon Urban Trail and Trans Canada Trail cycling corridors. The branch hosts rotating art exhibitions from the Burnaby Art Gallery and houses the City of Burnaby Archives, which holds municipal records dating back to 1892. For touring cyclists, it offers fully accessible public washrooms, free Wi-Fi, and public computers in a welcoming public space.

value: McGill Library

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Branch library housing the city archives, near the Trans Canada Trail corridor — library ladder 1/1.


value: Unit 5, 38936 Queens Way, Squamish, BC V8B 0V2

community: Squamish

value: Sea to Sky Bicycles is a locally owned bicycle shop in Squamish, specializing in gravel, road, and mountain bikes with a focus on Giant and Liv brands alongside Salsa. The shop has earned a strong community reputation for responsive service and carries a broad selection of parts and accessories. A touring cyclist would find knowledgeable staff ready to help with mechanicals and a shop culture that includes community group rides.

value: Sea to Sky Bicycles

detail: Customer review mentions 'Sunday morning group rides with bonus free coffee'; website has a 'Rides & Events' menu section and 'Our Favorite Routes' page

detail: Customer review: 'same-day turnaround on a Friday so I was ready for the weekend'

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: same-day turnaround on a Friday … Sunday morning group rides with bonus free coffee


value: 1635 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6G 1C8

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (5 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Zabu Chicken is Vancouver's pioneering Korean fried chicken restaurant, established in 2011 on busy Robson Street and acclaimed by Eater, Vancouver Magazine, and SCOUT Vancouver. The menu centres on triple-fried chicken in soy-garlic and hot sauce styles, served whole, as sticks, or as wings. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, making it a solid post-ride stop for a hearty late-evening meal.

value: Zabu Chicken


value: Number 3 Road, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 19m.

community: Richmond

value: Lai Leung (梨良記牛雜蛇羹專家) is a traditional Cantonese fast-food counter on Richmond's Number 3 Road specializing in beef offal and snake soup — dishes rarely found outside Hong Kong-style delis. For a touring cyclist riding the Richmond dyke trails or Olympic Oval loop, it represents an authentic and unusual culinary detour into one of Canada's most distinctive Chinese food corridors.

value: Lai Leung

wow_evidence: specialist in beef offal and snake soup — dishes rarely found outside Hong Kong-style delis


value: 225 South Dogwood Street, Campbell River, BC V9W 8C8

blurb: Campbell River's regional rec complex: pools, arenas, and fitness under one roof.

community: Campbell River

value: Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex is a regional public facility in Campbell River operated by the Strathcona Regional District, housing an aquatic centre and ice arena under one roof. It offers pools, arenas, fitness and rehabilitation programs, and outdoor recreation programs serving residents across the region. Touring cyclists passing through Campbell River may find it a useful stop for recovery and basic services, though specific cycling amenities are not advertised on the site.

value: Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Regional aquatic centre and arena complex; after-ride band. Parent of the two pool-node records.


value: 13651 72 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 2P2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces, covered) at 70m; rack (5 spaces) at 94m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Kyoto Sushi Japanese Restaurant has been a fixture in Surrey's Newton neighbourhood since 2000, offering a broad, authentic Japanese menu spanning nigiri, sashimi, robata-grilled BBQ skewers, tempura, udon, and chef's special rolls. Its two-decade track record in a competitive culinary scene points to consistent quality, and the dine-in setting provides a proper sit-down respite for cyclists seeking a substantial meal mid-ride through Surrey.

value: Kyoto Sushi

detail: Menu includes multiple vegetarian-only dishes: Vegetable Tempura, Vegetable Spring Roll, Vegetable Sunomono, Corn Croquettes, Goma-Ae, Ohitashi, Seaweed Salad, Green Salad, Edamame, and Steamed Rice

signal: Tempura mains $14.99–$24.99, sit-down casual sushi


value: 201 - 4295 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 72m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Whistler

value: Mongolie Grill is an independently owned stir-fry restaurant that has operated in the heart of Whistler Village since 1996. Diners select their own combination of meats, seafood, vegetables, and sauces, then watch the chefs cook the meal theatrically on a large open grill. The restaurant caters to a wide range of dietary needs and is consistently cited as one of Whistler's top dining experiences.

value: Mongolie Gril

detail: Website states 'variety of Whistler vegan options, as well as vegetarian and gluten-free choices available'; also offers a 20% vegetarian discount; gluten-free allergen protocol described in detail in customer reviews

signal: $6.80/100g pricing yields ~$20–25 per typical stir-fry bowl

wow_evidence: independently owned stir-fry restaurant that has operated in the heart of Whistler Village since 1996... consistently cited as one of Whistler's top dining experiences


value: Stikine Region, BC V0C 1L0, Canada

community: Dease Lake

value: Dease Lake Lions Tanzilla River Campground

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 2520 Kootenay Avenue, Rossland, V0G 1Y0

community: Rossland

value: The Wild Turkey Inn is a restored 1890 Victorian heritage home in Rossland, BC, originally commissioned for the first Bank of Montreal manager in town during the height of the Red Mountain gold rush, and still showcasing eleven-foot ceilings, original fir floors, and period craftsmanship. Offered exclusively as a whole-house private stay for groups and families, it sits three blocks from downtown Rossland and ten minutes from RED Mountain Ski Resort, in a town that has reinvented itself as a Western Canadian hub for skiing and mountain biking. Owner-hosts Shauna and Mike live on site and are available to share local knowledge, making it a characterful and personal base for exploring the Kootenays.

value: The Wild Turkey Inn

detail: Website front page lists 'on-site laundry' as a feature of the inn

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Explicit 'Luxury Accommodation' branding, full-house exclusive rental, heritage restoration

detail: Website front page explicitly lists 'access to secure ski, bike, and gear storage' as an included amenity

subcategory: B&B / Inn

tier: accredited


community: Delta

value: Kings Links Clubhouse is the restaurant at Kings Links Golf Course, a seaside par-72 championship links course in Tsawwassen recognized by Golf Canada as one of Canada's best links-style courses. The clubhouse features a patio with spectacular views of the golf course, Coast Mountains, Mount Baker, and the Gulf Islands. The restaurant is explicitly open to the public, not just members or golfers.

value: Kings Links Clubhouse

signal: golf clubhouse restaurant; ~$18-28pp


value: 607 Oswego Street, Victoria, BC V8V 4W9

community: Victoria

value: Victoria Harbour House is a family-owned steak and seafood restaurant that has been a local favourite since 1980 and has been voted one of the best restaurants in Victoria. The menu features modern regional dishes with seasonal flavours, including a full dinner and drinks menu alongside house-made desserts. The restaurant accommodates walk-in diners as well as reservations for larger parties, making it a solid option for a sit-down meal on a touring itinerary.

value: Harbour House Restaurant

signal: Steakhouse/seafood, voted best in Victoria, formal reservations, evening-only


value: 445 Twelfth Street

community: New Westminster

value: Matchi African Market is a convenience store specializing in African groceries and products. It serves the local Vancouver community with culturally-focused supplies and goods.

value: Matchi African Market


value: 6404 Cottonwood Dr, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0

community: Osoyoos

value: A family-run, smoke-free motel sitting directly on the shore of Osoyoos Lake in Canada's only desert, offering 34 rooms — most with fully equipped kitchens — plus a private beach and shaded lawn. The property is open year-round and is well-positioned for exploring the southern Okanagan wine country, desert trails, and cross-border routes near the Washington state line. Staff are described as long-term Osoyoos residents knowledgeable about local attractions.

value: The Poplars Motel

detail: Services page lists 'Guest laundry' as an amenity

detail: Services page lists 'Pub -- across the street'

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: family-run ... motel sitting directly on the shore of Osoyoos Lake ... private beach and shaded lawn


value: 1971 Oak Bay Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 55m; rack at 74m; rack (2 spaces) at 78m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Good Earth Coffeehouse at Village Walk is a franchise café on Oak Bay Avenue in Victoria's Oak Bay neighbourhood, serving espresso drinks, fresh baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, soups, and seasonal specialty beverages. The menu spans a wide range of dietary needs — vegan, vegetarian, gluten-friendly, and dairy-free items are labelled throughout. Online ordering and catering are available, and the café sits on a well-travelled commercial strip convenient to cyclists exploring the area.

value: Good Earth Coffeehouse

detail: Menu pages include dietary filter options for Vegan (V), Vegetarian, Gluten Friendly (GF), Dairy Free, Wheat Free, and Egg Free, with labelled items across all menu categories

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: franchise café on Oak Bay Avenue


value: 622 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 6m; stands (2 spaces) at 6m; stands (2 spaces) at 6m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 82m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 85m. Total: 30 spaces.

bike_repair_offered: unclear

community: Vancouver

value: Dunbar Cycles, also branded as Corsa Cycles, is a full-service bicycle retailer and repair shop on East Broadway in Vancouver carrying road, mountain, electric, city, and kids' bikes alongside an extensive parts and accessories catalogue. The shop operates a dedicated service centre for mechanical work. Its inventory spans a wide range of drivetrain, suspension, and touring-adjacent accessories including panniers, handlebar bags, and saddle bags from a large selection of brands.

value: Dunbar Cycles

wow_evidence: full-service bicycle retailer and repair shop ... dedicated service centre for mechanical work


value: 11225 240 Street, Maple Ridge, BC

community: Maple Ridge

value: Kanaka Pizza is a pizza restaurant located in Maple Ridge's 240 Street corridor. It sits in a suburban commercial area of Maple Ridge, a community popular with cyclists exploring the Fraser Valley and Golden Ears region. Touring cyclists passing through would find it a straightforward stop for a hot meal.

value: Kanaka Pizza

signal: cuisine=pizza


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 32m; rack at 34m; rack at 38m; rack (covered) at 53m.

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 518 – 6th Avenue, New Denver, BC

community: New Denver

value: New Market Foods is a community-anchored grocery store in New Denver opened in 2011, with management born and raised in the area and a strong commitment to locally sourced products. The store actively gives back to the community, supporting the local volunteer fire department and nearby school fundraisers. For cyclists touring the Kootenays, it is the accessible full-service food stop in this small Slocan Valley town.

value: New Market Foods


value: 6506 Norwest Bay Rd, Sechelt, BC V7Z 0N4, Canada

community: Sechelt

value: Mason Place is a convenience store on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, tagged in OpenStreetMap as a neighbourhood shop. The Facebook page slug 'masonplacemarket' suggests it operates as a small market. Touring cyclists passing through the area may find it a useful stop for basic supplies.

value: Mason Place


value: 5093 Canada Way

community: Burnaby


value: 2624B St Johns Street, Port Moody, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: staple at 31m; staple at 41m.

community: Port Moody

value: Kaffi Espresso Bar is a neighbourhood espresso café occupying a unit-level space on Saint Johns Street in North Vancouver. Based on OSM data it operates seven days a week and would sit on a convenient urban cycling corridor. No further detail about its offerings or interior could be confirmed due to the website domain being compromised.

value: Kaffi Espresso Bar

wow_evidence: website domain has been repurposed for payday loan spam


community: Westbank

value: Popeyes

signal: chain 'popeyes'


value: 1369 Cedar Avenue, Trail, BC

community: Trail

value: Trail Coffee Co. is a downtown Trail café and in-house roastery serving fair-trade, organic espresso drinks alongside a from-scratch breakfast and lunch menu of sandwiches, wraps, and salads. The shop roasts its own beans on-site and sells them retail and wholesale, making it a genuine local coffee destination in the West Kootenays. Cyclists passing through Trail will find a full meal, quality espresso, and online ordering for quick pickup.

value: Trail Coffee & Tea Co.

detail: Menu includes clearly vegetarian items: The Gardener Wrap (chickpeas, artichokes, vegetables, no meat), Avo Toast, Bagel & Spread, and Green Goddess Salad. No explicit vegan or GF labelling on the published menu

wow_evidence: genuine local coffee destination in the West Kootenays; roasts its own beans on-site


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

community: Revelstoke

value: Grizz Hotel is a centrally located hotel in downtown Revelstoke, within walking distance of the Revelstoke Aquatic Centre, museums, and Grizzly Plaza. The hotel features an in-house pub, The Last Drop, with 14 beers on tap, live entertainment, and daily specials. A free shuttle runs to Revelstoke Mountain Resort during winter, and the property is undergoing room renovations.

value: Grizz Hotel

detail: In-house pub 'The Last Drop' offers 14 beers on tap, wine, bottled drinks, non-alcoholic beverages, daily specials, and live entertainment

signal: downtown hotel with pub, renovated; $140-190


community: Kamloops Junction

value: Esso


value: 1710 Douglas Street

value: Best Buy


value: 1821 Sumas Way, Abbotsford, V2S 4L5

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 77m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: A two-storey Travelodge franchise property situated on Sumas Way in Abbotsford, part of the Wyndham Hotels & Resorts family. It sits near the Trans-Canada corridor, making it a practical overnight stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley. As a national chain property, it offers the consistency and predictability of branded budget accommodation.

value: Travelodge by Wyndham Abbotsford Bakerview

signal: chain 'travelodge'

wow_evidence: Travelodge franchise property... part of the Wyndham Hotels & Resorts family


value: #116 810 Quayside Drive, New Westminster, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 29m; stands (10 spaces) at 65m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 66m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: Named after the iconic long-tail water taxis of Thailand, Longtail Kitchen is a Thai and Southeast Asian street food restaurant set inside the River Market on the Fraser River waterfront. Celebrated chef Angus An steers the menu toward BC ingredients while staying true to traditional Southeast Asian methods — think brightly spiced curries, fish stews, noodle bowls, and snacks inspired by dishes eaten by Southeast Asian fishermen. The riverside market setting, with both indoor and outdoor seating, makes it a scenic stop for cyclists riding the Central Valley Greenway or Quayside paths.

value: Longtail Kitchen

detail: Menu includes multiple vegetarian items: Veggie Spring Roll, Fried Enoki Mushroom, Green Papaya Salad, Pad Thai Tofu, Singaporean Noodles Tofu, Stir Fried Eggplant, and daily curry with tofu option. Vegan or GF status not explicitly stated

signal: Entree mains $18–24: pad thai, curries, rice dishes, sit-down

wow_evidence: Celebrated chef Angus An steers the menu... riverside market setting, with both indoor and outdoor seating


value: 700 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, V2B4S6

community: Kamloops

value: Booster Juice

signal: chain 'booster juice'


value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 812 Homer Street, Vancouver, V6B 2W2

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 20m; stands (3 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (12 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (5 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (12 spaces) at 66m; stands (21 spaces) at 83m; stands (21 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m; bollard (2 spaces) at 93m; bollard (2 spaces) at 95m; bollard (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 98 spaces.

value: Le Parfait is a Lebanese ice cream, crêpes, and waffles shop on Homer Street in downtown Vancouver. The casual establishment serves as a convenient refreshment stop for touring cyclists exploring the city.

value: Le Parfait

signal: ice cream/crepes/waffles shop; ~$8-14


value: 4360 Lorimer Road

community: Whistler

value: BC Liquor Stores

subcategory: Liquor Store


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 22m; rack at 26m.

community: Kelowna

value: The Laurel Packinghouse is a historic fruit-packing facility in Kelowna, BC, operated as part of the Kelowna Museums network. It is one of the few surviving examples of the large packinghouses that defined the Okanagan fruit industry in the early twentieth century.

value: Laurel Packinghouse

origin: manual

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


value: 2395 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC V8L 1W9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 41m; rack (4 spaces) at 70m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Sidney

value: Fresh Tandoori Flavour is a multi-location Indian restaurant chain with its Sidney outpost on Beacon Avenue, the town's main commercial strip. The kitchen turns out traditional tandoori platters, curries, kebabs, and freshly baked naan using time-honoured recipes and locally sourced ingredients. Both dine-in and online ordering are available, making it a flexible meal stop for cyclists touring the Saanich Peninsula.

value: Fresh Tandoori Flavour Indian Restaurant Sidney

detail: Sidney menu lists multiple vegetarian dishes: Kadhai Paneer, Paneer Pakora, Vegetable Platter, Vegetable Samosa, Vegetable Pakora, Aloo Tikki, Masala Fries, and others. No explicit vegan or gluten-free designations found

signal: Mains $13.95–$18.00; casual sit-down Indian restaurant

wow_evidence: multi-location Indian restaurant chain


community: Surrey

value: Chevron

subcategory: Convenience Store


community: New Westminster

value: Value Village


value: 508 Abbott Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 72m; stands (4 spaces) at 76m; stands at 98m; stands (3 spaces) at 100m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Caveman Cafe bills itself as the 'King of Keto' — a health-focused restaurant and bakery serving globally-inspired whole-food meals that are fully customizable for keto, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets. The menu runs from butter chicken and burritos to grassfed steaks and raw-vegan desserts, all made without refined sugar or processed ingredients. The operation also does large-scale off-site catering and has a community record of supplying healthy meals to social-service organizations across Vancouver.

value: Caveman Cafe

detail: Website explicitly lists vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, paleo, and keto options including plant-based entrees and raw-vegan desserts


value: Central Kootenay, BC V1N 4K5, Canada

label: warm-water swimming and trout fishing

price_label: Standard

community: Genelle

value: Three small Rainbow Trout–stocked lakes linked by 6.5 km of easy trails in mature Kootenay forest, with warm-water swimming at the 3rd lake and paddling on two of the three lakes; accessed via Highway 3B off Highway 3, with a seasonal opening around mid-May.

value: Champion Lakes Campground

wow_evidence: warm-water swimming at the 3rd lake...trip planner page explicitly mentions cyclists touring local roads


value: 4415 Skyline Drive, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 15336 Fraser Highway, Surrey, BC V3R 3P5

value: Royal Oak is a Greek restaurant on Fraser Highway in Surrey, offering dine-in, takeout, and catering services. It operates under the tagline 'Let us do the Cooking!' and presents itself as a neighbourhood Greek dining destination. Touring cyclists on the Fraser Highway corridor will find a sit-down meal or takeout option here.

value: Royal Oak Restaurant