value: 1st floor, University Centre Building (UNC), 3272 University Way, Kelowna, BC V1V 1V7

value: Koi Sushi is a freshly made sushi counter located on the first floor of the University Centre Building at UBC Okanagan, operated by the Students' Union Okanagan. It sits within the campus food services hub alongside other student-union-run outlets including a pub and an Indian cuisine counter. As a campus food outlet, it is primarily oriented toward the university community, though the campus itself is accessible from Kelowna's road network.

value: Koi Sushi

signal: On-campus student union sushi outlet, quick-service, no upscale markers

wow_evidence: operated by the Students' Union Okanagan; campus food outlet


source: enrichment

value: 1294 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2A5

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands at 90m; rack at 98m.

category: Food & Drink

community: Victoria

value: Rise N Grind 1294 is a casual all-day breakfast café that has anchored downtown Victoria's Broad Street since 2016, serving hearty sandwiches, wraps, salads, and fresh local coffee in a fun, unpretentious setting. The menu leans into nostalgic comfort food — childhood cereals, Pop-Tarts, and inventive stacked breakfast sandwiches — while proudly sourcing from local suppliers. A touring cyclist will find a filling, affordable meal with genuine variety, including gluten-free and vegetarian choices.

value: Rise n Grind

source: osm

detail: Website prominently advertises 'Gluten FREE Options'; menu explicitly labels VEGINATOR, THE MEDITERRANEAN, and HUMDINGER as Vegetarian

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: Menu sandwiches $9–14; page states 'menu has nothing expensive'

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: welcoming


value: 6697 Sooke Road, Sooke, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 28m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Sooke

value: Up Sooke Eatery is a community-favourite breakfast and lunch spot in Sooke serving fresh, home-cooked dishes like Cathy's Famous Benny (available with BC wild smoked salmon lox), El Catho's Rancheros, and an extensive omelette selection. The kitchen emphasizes daily-fresh, locally sourced ingredients and accommodates gluten-free diners throughout most of the menu. The eatery also offers catering for events, making it a versatile stop for groups on tour.

value: Up Sooke Eatery

detail: Menu explicitly marks multiple items GF (Hey You GF, 2 Egg Breakfast GF, El Catho's Rancheros GF, various omelettes GF); vegetarian options include veggie omelette, veggie benny, and taco salad with veggie choice

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: Most entrees $15-22; casual breakfast/lunch eatery emphasizing reasonable price


value: 433 Robson Street, Vancouver, V6B 6L9

bike_parking_detail: 22 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 37m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (4 spaces) at 56m; stands (5 spaces) at 57m; stands (4 spaces) at 58m; stands (4 spaces) at 60m; stands (8 spaces) at 60m; stands (21 spaces) at 63m; stands (21 spaces) at 66m; stands (6 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (8 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 86m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 119 spaces.

category: Accommodation

community: Vancouver

value: The Hilton Vancouver Downtown is a 207-room full-service hotel on Robson Street in central Vancouver, part of the global Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand. The concrete-and-glass building is wheelchair accessible and sits in the heart of the downtown core. It offers touring cyclists a well-located, full-service urban accommodation option with proximity to Vancouver's inner-city cycling routes.

value: Hilton Vancouver Downtown

ownership: Global chain

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: chain 'hilton'

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

tier: info


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 94m.

category: Groceries

community: Courtenay

value: Sabzi Mandi Supermarket is a 100% family-owned South Asian grocery chain with 15 locations across Canada, founded in Vancouver in 1991 to serve a growing immigrant community lacking access to South Asian produce and specialty ingredients. This Vancouver Island location carries fresh fruits and vegetables, a broad selection of specialty and imported groceries, household items, and private-label products under the Sabzi Mandi and Roshni brands. Touring cyclists will find it a well-stocked one-stop shop for diverse fresh foods and pantry staples.

value: Sabzi Mandi Supermarket

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

subcategory: Grocery Store


community: Kamloops

value: Panago

origin: chain

signal: chain 'panago'

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 700 West Pender Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 36m; stands (3 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 83m; stands (6 spaces) at 96m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Tractor Foods is a scratch-made fast-casual chain with eight locations across Vancouver and Victoria, known for its plant-forward bowls, soups, sandwiches, and fresh breakfast options. The Pender Street location (Unit 102B) serves the downtown core and offers both walk-in and pre-order pickup. A touring cyclist heading through downtown Vancouver will find a filling, health-oriented meal with quick turnaround.

value: Tractor

detail: Website catering page describes menu as 'Plant-Forward'; main menu features power greens, market side veggies, and salads alongside grilled proteins. No explicit GF claim found

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 8284 Sherbrooke Street, Vancouver, V5X 4R6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 80m. Total: 3 spaces.

value: Dogwood Brewing is an independent craft brewery established in 2015 in South Vancouver, specializing in organically-crafted beer sold primarily in cans. Their 50-seat tasting room sits two blocks west of the Knight Street Bridge and pours house beers alongside ciders, wine, pizza, and snacks. The space doubles as a private event venue and offers growler fills and canned beer to take away.

value: Dogwood Brewing

detail: Tasting room menu lists 'Hummus & Flatbread (gf/vegan)', 'Samosas – vegetable', and a 'THE VEGETARIAN' signature pizza option

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 757 Seymour St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5J3

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 92m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 16 spaces.

value: Guu Toramasa is a Japanese izakaya restaurant in downtown Vancouver themed around Osaka street food culture, managed by two staff members originally from Osaka. It is part of the Guu Izakaya chain, credited as the pioneer of the izakaya dining concept in Canada, blending traditional Japanese pub fare with the lively, communal atmosphere Osaka is famous for. Touring cyclists will find a full-service sit-down restaurant in the heart of the city, a short distance from the seawall and major cycling corridors.

value: Guu Toramasa

detail: Website does not mention or contradict these

confidence: medium

signal: Guu izakaya, Osaka street food, inexpensive; ~$18-28pp

source: judgement


value: 1136 Canyon St, Creston, BC V0B 1G0

community: Creston

value: Casey's Community House is a community-oriented restaurant and bar in downtown Creston, BC, positioning itself around community connection and good food. The venue features billiards and a selection of various beers. Access from the rear parking lot is level, making it approachable for cyclists arriving loaded.

value: Casey's Community House

signal: amenity=bar

region: Kootenay Rockies


value: 2635 Greenwood Rd, Nelson, BC V1L 7A1, Canada

community: Willow Point

source: manual

value: Duhamel Store

origin: manual


value: 532 Main St, Vancouver, BC V6A 2T9, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (covered) at 93m.

community: Burnaby

value: The Boss Restaurant is a sit-down restaurant in Vancouver with indoor seating. It provides a dining venue for touring cyclists seeking rest and refreshment. The establishment operates in a non-smoking environment.

value: The Boss Restaurant

confidence: low

signal: sit-down restaurant, no cuisine signal; keep casual


value: 449 Bowen Island Trunk Road, Bowen Island, BC

community: Bowen Island

value: Barcelona Tapas & Wine Bar is a Spanish tapas restaurant tucked into the renovated historical Bow Mart building in Snug Cove on Bowen Island. The menu draws on locally sourced ingredients, sustainable seafood, and hormone- and antibiotic-free meats alongside specialty imported Spanish products. It is a dinner-only destination, making it a worthy stop for cyclists arriving on the Bowen Island ferry looking for an evening meal.

value: Barcelona Tapas & Wine Bar

signal: Spanish tapas & wine bar; ~$28-42pp


community: Chetwynd

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'

region: Northern British Columbia


value: 111 Chartrand Ave, Logan Lake, BC V0K 1W0, Canada

community: Logan Lake

value: Pick & Shovel Pub is a pub in the Okanagan & Thompson region. It provides food and beverages to the public. Like most pubs, it offers touring cyclists a place to stop, eat, and rest.

value: Pick & Shovel Pub


bike_access: hard

character: pleasant

energy: restorative

kid_friendly: no

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Castledale

source: camping

value: A tiny two-site treed rec site in the Kootenays above a quiet lake, reached by a confusing maze of forest service roads requiring 4WD, then a 100m carry to the water — genuinely hard to find and inaccessible on a loaded bike.

value: McLean Lake Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: inaccessible on a loaded bike


value: 19981 96 Ave, Langley, BC V1M 3C6

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Langley

value: Cit-E Cycles is BC's largest e-bike retailer, founded in Langley in 2011 and now operating six locations across the province, with this Langley address serving as its headquarters. The shop carries 300+ e-bike models from 20+ premium brands spanning urban, mountain, touring, cargo, folding, and trike categories. Touring cyclists will find one of the widest e-bike selections in Canada along with in-store service and repair.

value: Cit-e Cycles

detail: Contact page explicitly lists 'Service & Repairs' as a service category; the entire business is focused on e-bikes, confirming e-bike service is offered

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: BC's largest e-bike retailer... six locations across the province


value: 6640 Royal Avenue, Horseshoe Bay, BC

community: West Vancouver

value: C-Lovers Fish & Chips is a well-established BC seafood chain with a location in Horseshoe Bay, a popular cycling hub and BC Ferries terminal. The restaurant specialises in lightly battered fish and chips using multiple species — cod, halibut, haddock, salmon, prawns, and oysters — with both dine-in and takeout available. The chain participates in the Ocean Wise sustainable seafood program, an notable credential for environmentally-minded visitors.

value: C Lovers

detail: Take-out menu explicitly labels the C-Dog (deep fried battered beef wiener) as 'Gluten Friendly'; no vegetarian or vegan options are mentioned

signal: Most mains $14-25 (cod, haddock, halibut, salmon), sit-down casual fish & chips.


value: 937 Commercial Drive, Vancouver

value: The London Fish is a fish-and-chips restaurant on Commercial Drive, one of Vancouver's most bike-friendly and pedestrian-oriented streets. The Instagram handle 'thelondonfish1972' suggests a founding year of 1972, potentially making this a long-standing neighbourhood institution. Touring cyclists on the Commercial Drive corridor will find indoor seating available.

value: The London Fish


value: 3250 Cambie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (4 spaces) at 19m; anchors (1 space) at 28m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 39m; stands (4 spaces) at 42m; stands (4 spaces) at 43m; stands (4 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; rack (3 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m. Total: 47 spaces.

value: A Shanghai dim sum restaurant on Cambie Street in south Vancouver offering traditional dim sum cuisine. A casual dining stop for cyclists exploring the area.

value: Dong Tai Xiang Shanghai Dim Sum

signal: Shanghai dim sum; ~$15-24pp


community: Penticton

value: Boston Pizza

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'boston pizza'


value: 1488 Adanac Street, Vancouver, BC

value: Bomber Brewing is an East Vancouver craft brewery and taproom situated on Adanac Street, one of the city's most-used cycling routes. The taproom pours a rotating lineup of Czech-style lagers, IPAs, sours, and stouts alongside a food truck (B'SHAKE BURGER), making it a natural rest stop for cyclists passing through East Van. Package sales and delivery via Uber Eats and DoorDash are also available.

value: Bomber Brewing

signal: Craft brewery taproom + food truck

wow_evidence: Adanac Amber Lager copy references 'the famous bike route' confirming the brewery's placement on the Adanac cycling corridor


value: 101-280 Gower Point Road, Gibsons, BC V0N1V0

community: Gibsons

value: Sushi Bar Nagomi is an authentic Japanese sushi restaurant on BC's Sunshine Coast, opened in 2008 by Tokyo-trained chef Hiro Funaki who settled in Gibsons for its natural beauty and community spirit. The restaurant occupies the ground floor of a beloved 1945 heritage building known locally as 'The Pink House' in Gibsons Landing, with an interior influenced by Japanese architectural sensibility. The menu emphasizes freshness and technique — from hand-prepared sushi rice to in-house fish preparation — alongside a curated selection of premium sake.

value: Sushi Bar Nagomi

signal: Tokyo-trained chef sushi bar, premium sake; ~$25-40pp

wow_evidence: Tokyo-trained chef Hiro Funaki ... heritage building known locally as 'The Pink House'


value: 1255 Seaford Road, Manson's Landing, V0P 1K0

blurb: Cortes Island's library in the old Linnaea Farm schoolhouse.

category: Attractions

community: Mansons Landing

value: The Cortes Island branch of the Vancouver Island Regional Library has been housed in the former school building at Linnaea Farm since 2013, serving this remote Gulf Island community. Situated on unceded Klahoose First Nation territory, it offers an expanded collection and friendly staff to both locals and visitors. For touring cyclists making the ferry crossing to Cortes Island, it is one of the few public facilities in Manson's Landing.

days_closed: Mo Su

dwell: quick

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: Cortes Island Library Branch

ownership: Public

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Branch at Linnaea Farm; ordinary library band.


community: Whistler

value: Horstman Hut is an on-mountain dining venue operated by Whistler Blackcomb, located high on Blackcomb Mountain near the Horstman Glacier area. It functions as a warming hut and restaurant serving guests accessing the alpine zone, primarily in winter by chairlift and in summer via the PEAK 2 PEAK gondola or on-mountain hiking. For a touring cyclist, reaching it on two wheels would require either lift access or a substantial mountain climb.

value: Horstman Hut

signal: on-mountain warming-hut restaurant (Blackcomb); ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: on-mountain dining venue operated by Whistler Blackcomb…access requires lift tickets or alpine hiking


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (covered) at 61m.

community: Surrey

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 732 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (8 spaces) at 97m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Peaked Pies is a family-run Australian bakery cafe operating in BC since 2013, serving handmade savoury meat pies, sweet pies, breakfast pies, and artisan coffee. The signature 'peaked' pie arrives topped with mushy peas, mashed potatoes, and gravy — a satisfying, portable meal that suits a hungry cyclist well. The West Broadway location is one of four BC outposts and has been voted among the top restaurants in the Whistler chain's home market.

value: Peaked Pies

detail: Menu page lists 'traditional meat and veggie options available'; blog post titled 'Calling All Vegans...' confirms vegan offerings

signal: Australian meat-pie bakery cafe; ~$10-15

wow_evidence: family-run Australian bakery cafe operating in BC since 2013... four BC outposts


blurb: The Butchart Gardens' entrance visitor centre at Brentwood Bay.

community: Central Saanich

value: This information node sits at the entrance to The Butchart Gardens, a 122-year-old, 55-acre world-famous display garden in Brentwood Bay designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 2004. Still privately owned by the founding Butchart family, the gardens feature distinct themed sections—Sunken, Rose, Japanese, Italian, and Mediterranean—along with summer evening illuminations and fireworks. A touring cyclist arriving from Victoria (approximately 22 km via Highway 17 and Tanner Road) would find multiple dining venues and a gift store on site.

dwell: day

energy: neutral

label: summer blooms, night illuminations & fireworks

months: June July August September

planning: check-ahead

setting: outdoor

theme: art-culture

value: The Butchart Gardens Visitor Centre

detail: Website lists four on-site dining venues: The Dining Room Restaurant, The Blue Poppy Restaurant, Coffee Shop, and Gelateria

signal: information node at Butchart Gardens entrance; info venue itself free (Butchart admission separate)

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Entrance/information node of The Butchart Gardens (b1262ebf0e) — the rubric's own rename example; satellite of the parent, delight capped parent-2.


value: 2-1925 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1H1

community: Nanaimo

value: Regard Coffee Roasters is a Nanaimo-based coffee roaster with an e-commerce presence offering coffee subscriptions, merchandise, and wholesale supply. OSM identifies a physical location on Bowen Road tagged as a cafe, which may serve as a retail counter or tasting space alongside the roasting operation. The nature and scale of walk-in service are unclear from available evidence.

value: Regard Coffee Roasters

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: OSM tags this as a cafe but the website is primarily an e-commerce coffee roaster storefront; it is unclear whether a walk-in cafe … exists


value: 1 Tyaughton Lake Road, Gold bridge, V0K 1P0

community: Gold Bridge

value: Wolverine Chalet is a recently renovated luxury 9-bedroom private chalet on Tyaughton Lake, part of the Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing property near Gold Bridge in the Southern Chilcotin Range. The chalet accommodates up to 18 guests and is rented as a whole unit, with access to Tyax Lodge amenities including spa, dining, and lake activities when the lodge is open. The remote location at the end of an 8-kilometre lakeside road offers a genuine wilderness setting, though the property is oriented toward group retreats, heliskiing, and mountain biking rather than cycle touring.

value: Wolverine Chalet

detail: Laundry facilities listed as a chalet feature

detail: Tyax Lodge dining room is 70 metres walking distance from the chalet; access subject to lodge being open to the public

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: 9-bedroom whole-unit luxury chalet at Tyax (sleeps 18); rents in the thousands per night

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: 9-bedroom private chalet… rented as a whole unit… Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing property… mud room described for ski gear only


value: 1758 West Mall, Vancouver, BC

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

community: University Hill

value: Koerner's Pub is the long-standing campus pub at the University of British Columbia, tucked into the West Mall area of the UBC Endowment Lands. Self-described as 'the mother of all pubs,' it serves food and drinks and doubles as an event venue for everything from weekly socials to wedding receptions. It is a 19+ establishment and a natural refuelling stop for cyclists exploring the UBC campus loop.

value: Koerner's Pub

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: long-standing campus pub at the University of British Columbia … natural refuelling stop for cyclists exploring the UBC campus loop


value: 450 East Columbia Street, Unit 102, New Westminster, BC

community: New Westminster

value: Pappa Leo's Pizza is a Lower Mainland pizza chain that has been locally owned and operated since 2003, with each outlet run by community members rather than a corporate franchisee. The brand is known for scratch-made dough and award-winning pizzas loaded with fresh ingredients, available for pickup or delivery. Touring cyclists passing through New Westminster can grab a quick meal with contactless payment options.

value: Pappa Leo's Pizza

wow_evidence: locally owned and operated since 2003 ... seven Lower Mainland locations


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wall_loops (3 spaces) at 62m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 550 Columbia Street West, Kamloops, V2C 1K6

community: Kamloops

value: Koh-I-Noor is a long-running North Indian and Nepalese restaurant in downtown Kamloops, known for its tandoor oven cooking, lunch buffet, and one of the city's notable views. The kitchen cooks with traditional clay-oven (tandoor) techniques and sources halal meat, offering a wide menu that spans curries, tikkas, momos, and fresh naan. Touring cyclists will find a full sit-down dining room with banquet capacity and a range of dietary accommodations including gluten-free, vegan, and no-MSG dishes.

value: Koh-I-Noor Indian

detail: Website states: 'We serve gluten free, no MSG, vegan, and Halal meat dishes.' Menu also flags individual vegetarian items

signal: Main entrees $17–23, buffet $16.99–$26.99, explicit 'affordable price' positioning


value: 1200 Lakeside Drive

community: Nelson

value: Save-On-Foods is a major supermarket chain location in Nelson. Touring cyclists rely on such supermarkets for comprehensive grocery resupply during their cycling trips.

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 1760 Kingsway Avenue, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C1S5

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Select Liquor Store is an independent liquor retailer in Port Coquitlam that has been serving customers since 2002. The shop carries an extensive selection of beer, wine, cider, cocktails, and spirits, and staff will attempt to source specific products on request. Online ordering with curbside pickup is also available for customers who prefer a quick stop.

value: Select Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: independent liquor retailer ... serving customers since 2002


value: 691 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1X7

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Ba Le Deli & Bakery is a family-owned Vietnamese delicatessen that has been baking its own French baguettes and crafting bánh mì sandwiches in Vancouver since 1987. The Broadway location is one of several across Metro Vancouver, offering a broad menu of sandwiches, vermicelli bowls, and drinks at street-food prices. Its long-standing community reputation and quick-service takeout format make it a practical and flavourful mid-ride food stop on East Broadway.

value: Ba Le Deli & Bakery

detail: Menu explicitly includes Vegan Steak Banh Mi, Vegan Bologna Banh Mi, Vegetarian Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi, Classic Vietnamese Veggie Sandwich, and Vermicelli Bowl with Tofu and Spring Rolls. No GF claim found

signal: Bánh mì sandwiches $9.50–$11.25; explicit 'street food prices'

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 410 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, V6B 1Z3

bike_parking_detail: 23 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 14m; stands (6 spaces) at 20m; bollard (2 spaces) at 24m; bollard (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (6 spaces) at 57m; stands (6 spaces) at 58m; stands (6 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (5 spaces) at 66m; stands (5 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 79m; bollard (2 spaces) at 84m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 85m; bollard (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (8 spaces) at 89m; stands (8 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 98 spaces.

value: Osetra Coastal Cuisine is a contemporary seafood restaurant in downtown Vancouver, known for precision sourcing and an elevated atmosphere. The menu spans caviar service, Dungeness crab cake, house-cured King Salmon, and a weekend brunch, all presented under the banner of 'The Key Collection.' Indoor and outdoor seating are available and the venue is wheelchair accessible.

value: Ostera Coastal Cuisine

label: Fine dining

signal: Premium caviar service ($110–$375), raw bar with oysters/crudo, $195 curated collection

wow_evidence: contemporary seafood restaurant in downtown Vancouver... precision sourcing and an elevated atmosphere


bike_access: easy

character: destination

energy: active

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

community: Stillwater

value: Vehicle-accessible campground in the Corridor area of Wells Gray Park, set among the Cariboo Mountains with hiking trails and sweeping valley views; summer services run seasonally and the gate stays open off-season until winter closes it, with no services or fees then.

value: Falls Creek Campground

ownership: Provincial park

wow_evidence: vehicle-accessible BC Parks campground in Wells Gray Provincial Park... 41 sites


value: 6338 Metral Drive, Nanaimo

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 45m.

value: Subway


value: 365 Hwy 3 East, Princeton, V0X 1W0

character: utilitarian

kid_friendly: neutral

community: Princeton

value: Town-operated RV park and campground in Princeton, BC, conveniently located for cyclists on the Crowsnest Highway (Hwy 3) corridor through the Similkameen Valley. A functional overnight with no frills; amenities and road surface unconfirmed as the source page was unreachable.

value: Princeton Municipal RV Park & Campground

ownership: Municipal


value: A convenience store at an Esso service station. Unable to verify current amenities or operational status due to website unavailability.

value: Tasty Express

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 240 Lions Way

blurb: Volunteer-run community hall in Qualicum Bay used for events and rentals.

community: Qualicum Bay

value: Lighthouse Community Centre is a community facility located on Vancouver Island in British Columbia. As a community centre, it would typically serve as a hub for local programs and public services, potentially useful to touring cyclists passing through the area. The current operational status cannot be confirmed as the associated website has expired.

facet_confidence: med

value: Lighthouse Community Centre

wow_evidence: Volunteer community hall used for events/rentals; website expired. Rental-hall pattern plus defunct signal.


blurb: Historic cabins of Rainbow Lodge, the 1914 fishing resort that started Whistler tourism.

value: Rainbow Lodge historic cabins is a heritage attraction in Whistler's Rainbow Park, documented in Wikipedia (en:Rainbow Lodge) and significant enough to hold a Wikidata entry, indicating it is among the more historically notable sites in the Sea-to-Sky corridor. The site is managed by the Resort Municipality of Whistler and sits within the broader Rainbow Park area near Alta Lake. A touring cyclist visiting Whistler would encounter it as a cultural waypoint rather than a service stop.

dwell: short

facet_confidence: low

planning: walk-up

theme: history

value: Rainbow Lodge historic cabins

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: Historic cabins suggest small heritage site, but no pricing info provided

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Surviving cabins of Rainbow Lodge (1914) — the fishing lodge that founded Whistler tourism — in lakeside Rainbow Park; Wikipedia/Wikidata-backed.


value: 5565 Clearwater Valley Road, Clearwater, V0E 1N1

community: Clearwater

value: Wells Gray Guest Ranch is a Western-style guest ranch situated on Clearwater Valley Road, the primary corridor leading into Wells Gray Provincial Park — one of BC's most dramatic wilderness destinations. The ranch operates as an all-in-one booking platform for accommodations, horseback riding, and dining, including an on-site saloon. Its position on the Valley Road makes it a natural staging point for cyclists exploring the park.

value: Wells Gray Guest Ranch

detail: On-site saloon and dining reservation system visible in site navigation (Saloon, Dining Booking, Dining Reservations, Drink Menu pages)

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Western guest ranch near Wells Gray, ~$150-200; activity bundles possible

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: 2100 Whatcom Road, V3G 2K8

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

value: Freshii

signal: chain 'freshii'


value: 111-3000 Drinkwater Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 6C6

community: North Cowichan

value: Commons Liquor and More is a well-established retail liquor store located just off Highway 1 in North Cowichan, operating for over a decade and renowned across Vancouver Island for its scotch and whiskey selection of 170+ bottles. Beyond spirits, the shop carries a curated wine selection spanning French Bourgogne, Italian Masi, and local Cowichan Valley labels like Blue Grouse and Unsworth. For touring cyclists looking to resupply with craft beer, wine, or a prized dram at the end of a riding day, this store offers a notably broad selection in the Duncan area.

value: Commons Liquor & More


value: 450 Reid Street, Quesnel, BC V2J 2M7

community: Quesnel

value: Mr Mikes is a Canadian steakhouse casual chain with roots dating to 1960, serving premium steaks, burgers, pasta, salads, and shareable appetizers in a relaxed, no-dress-code atmosphere. The Quesnel location is a full-service sit-down restaurant that also offers online takeout ordering, accepts walk-ins, and takes reservations for groups. It markets itself as a welcoming spot for locals and tourists alike looking for a casual meal in the Cariboo region.

value: Mr Mikes


value: 1191 Verdier Avenue, V8M 1R2

value: Bicycle Pizza is a small-but-mighty pop-up pizza operation serving hand-tossed, thin-crust pizzas at events, markets, and community celebrations around greater Victoria. They hold regular weekly spots at Junction Orchard + Cidery and offer full catering with pizza, brunch, charcuterie, and sweet carts. Recognized by enRoute magazine as 2022 Best New Takeout, they are a beloved local operation with deep Island roots.

value: Bicycle Pizza

signal: cuisine=pizza


community: Surrey

value: Afghan Chopan Restaurant serves traditional Afghan cuisine with dine-in, pickup, and third-party delivery options in the Surrey area. The restaurant also offers a catering menu alongside its regular menu, making it a versatile stop for larger groups. A touring cyclist would find it a distinctive ethnic dining option with convenient takeout for those continuing on the road.

value: Afghan Chopan Restaurant

signal: Afghan restaurant, casual sit-down, no premium pricing signals


value: 96 4th Avenue Southwest

community: Nakusp

value: The Leland Hotel is a historic establishment founded in 1892, perched in the West Kootenays overlooking Arrow Lake and ringed by mountains. The attached restaurant and bar feature a large seasonal patio and expansive windows with lake views, making it a scenic stop in any season. It sits walking distance from local shops and the beach, and roughly 25 minutes from Nakusp and Halcyon Hot Springs.

value: Leland on the Lake Restaurant

signal: historic hotel restaurant & bar, lakeview; ~$18-28pp


value: 2740 East Hastings Street

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 41m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 78m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Chatime


value: 4286 Departure Bay Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T5K7

community: Nanaimo

value: Seto Sushi is a Japanese takeout and delivery spot on Departure Bay Road in Nanaimo, known for large portions of fresh sushi, bento boxes, udon, poke bowls, and specialty rolls. The online-order model makes it a practical stop for cyclists wanting a quick, filling meal without a long dine-in wait.

value: Seto Sushi

signal: sushi takeout/delivery, big portions; ~$15-24pp


value: 6313 Market Ave, Delta, BC V4L0B1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 66m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Delta

value: Southlands Grange is a community-based farm and market district on the Tsawwassen peninsula anchored by a working community farm, a flower farm, and the Southlands Tsawwassen Farmers Market featuring fresh local produce, baked goods, and handmade goods from local growers. The campus surrounds an open-air Market Square beside an orchard, with a restored historic Red Barn, commissary kitchen, and nearby cafés and local shops. A touring cyclist arriving here encounters authentic Metro Vancouver working farmland alongside a lively, food-focused community hub.

value: Southlands Grange Centre For Farming And Food

subcategory: Farmers' Market


blurb: Creekside nature reserve on the Traboulay PoCo Trail network.

value: Hyde Creek Nature Reserve is a protected natural area in Port Coquitlam managed by the City, offering access to riparian habitat and natural trails. It appears in the city's parks directory alongside the Traboulay PoCo Trail, suggesting it may be accessible as part of a broader trail network. Touring cyclists passing through the Tri-Cities area may find it a worthwhile natural detour, though facility details are unconfirmed.

label: salmon run

months: October November

theme: wildlife

value: Hyde Creek Nature Reserve

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: City riparian reserve linked to the Traboulay trail network.


value: 75 Centennial Drive, V0J 2C0

community: Mackenzie


value: 5065 Roger Street

community: Port Alberni

value: A family-owned and operated motel in Port Alberni's Alberni Valley, offering a range of room types from standard kitchenette rooms to two-bedroom cottages. The property sits near a riverside walkway where bears can be spotted fishing in late summer and fall, giving it an unmistakably wild Vancouver Island character. It is centrally located within minutes of the Clutesi Haven Marina and several local restaurants.

value: Riverside Motel

detail: Website names several nearby restaurants: The Clam Bucket, Bucksnorts Bar and Grill, Boomerangs Cafe, and Little Bavaria Restaurant (5-minute drive)

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 2060 5th Avenue, V2M 1J9

community: Prince George

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: North Galiano

value: Chivers Point is a small boat-in campsite on Wallace Island Marine Provincial Park in the Gulf Islands, reachable only by kayak or motorboat from Chemainus; a wild island escape with no road access and minimal facilities.

value: Chivers Point Campsite (BCMT)

wow_evidence: wild island escape with no road access


value: 12901 16 Avenue, Tsawwassen, BC

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

value: Islands Cafe is a Hawaiian surf-culture-inspired coffee roaster and café chain that started as a surfboard company before pivoting to espresso drinks and sandwiches. The company roasts its own green-bean coffee on-site and operates multiple lower-mainland locations, with this node corresponding to the Grandview Corners (Mauka) branch. Touring cyclists will find outdoor seating and a laid-back island atmosphere well-suited to a rest stop on routes through the South Surrey–Tsawwassen corridor.

value: Islands Cafe


value: 1587 Cache Cl, Golden, BC V0A 1H0

community: Kicking Horse

value: Copper Horse Lodge is a hotel in Golden, BC, positioned just steps from the base of Kicking Horse Mountain Resort and a short walk from the gondola. It serves as a base for mountain adventures at one of Canada's world-renowned ski and outdoor destinations. Downtown Golden, with its dining and shopping, is described as only minutes away.

value: Copper Horse Lodge

detail: Website states 'downtown Golden is only minutes away, putting local dining and shopping options easily within reach'

signal: base-area hotel at Kicking Horse, functional not luxe; $160-220 shoulder, winter peak higher

wow_evidence: steps from the base of Kicking Horse Mountain Resort; no cycling-specific amenities mentioned


value: Queen Elizabeth Park, West 33rd Avenue (at Cambie), Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 91m; stands (6 spaces) at 95m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Seasons in the Park is a long-established fine-dining restaurant perched atop Queen Elizabeth Park, offering sweeping panoramic views of the Vancouver city skyline, gardens, and North Shore mountains. Part of the Sequoia Company of Restaurants (founded 1978 in Vancouver), it serves regionally inspired cuisine built around a wood-fired grill, Pacific seafood, and locally sourced ingredients. Cyclists who climb the park road to the summit hilltop will find a full-service dining room with an outdoor patio and multiple private event spaces.

value: Seasons in the Park

detail: Website contains no mention of takeout, to-go, or online ordering for pickup

detail: Menus page lists Vegetarian and Gluten-Free as named filter categories alongside the menu; Organic also listed as a menu filter

signal: Prime Rib $52, Prix-Fixe Lunch $56; named Executive Chef; iconic destination

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 1085 Tanaka Court, New Westminster, V3M 0G2

community: New Westminster

value: Costco Business Center

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 13637 104 Avenue, Surrey

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 13m; rack (4 spaces) at 37m; rack (6 spaces) at 68m; rack (4 spaces) at 69m; rack (4 spaces) at 69m; rack (6 spaces) at 77m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Pizza Pizza

signal: chain 'pizza pizza'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 805 Gordon Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z6

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; rack (12 spaces) at 90m; rack at 98m; rack at 98m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: The Inn at the Union Club is the guest accommodation wing of the Union Club of British Columbia, a heritage private members' club founded in 1879 and situated in the heart of downtown Victoria near the inner harbour. The inn offers 22 guest rooms and suites and is open to Union Club members and their guests, as well as members of more than 400 affiliated clubs worldwide. Guests receive access to the club's Executive Fitness Centre, billiards room, rooftop terrace, and dining facilities as part of their stay.

value: The Inn at the Union Club

signal: 22-room inn at heritage private members' club; $220-280

wow_evidence: heritage private members' club founded in 1879; access restricted to members and affiliated club members


value: 4600 Cambie St., Vancouver, BC V5Z 2Z1, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 28m; stands (6 spaces) at 53m; stands (7 spaces) at 85m. Total: 19 spaces.

blurb: Vancouver's highest point: quarry gardens, an arboretum, and panoramic city-and-mountain views.

value: Queen Elizabeth Park sits at 125 metres above sea level — Vancouver's highest point — and spans 52 hectares of gardens, arboretum, and public art, including Henry Moore's 'Knife Edge-Two Piece.' The park houses the Bloedel Conservatory, quarry gardens, Canada's first civic arboretum, 17 public tennis courts, pitch and putt, roller hockey, and basketball courts. Fine dining is available at Seasons in the Park, and a designated picnic area with BBQ pits sits among the arboretum trees on the north side.

theme: nature

value: Queen Elizabeth Park

detail: Seasons in the Park restaurant is located within the park and explicitly described as offering dining with city views

wow_evidence: Manual parent record. Vancouver's highest point (152 m); a former basalt quarry transformed into sunken gardens, arboretum, the Bloedel Conservatory, and panoramic downtown-and-mountain views. Regionally iconic city park.


value: 444 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1R6

value: The Ramada Plaza Prince George bills itself as the city's largest hotel, occupying a prominent spot on historic George Street in the heart of downtown Prince George. Guests can choose from renovated Premiere Guest Rooms to Jacuzzi Suites and Presidential Suites, with an indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness centre, business centre, and an onsite Starbucks. Its central downtown location places touring cyclists within easy walking distance of the regional conference centre, government offices, and a noted local restaurant scene.

value: Ramada Hotel Downtown

detail: Premiere Guest Rooms feature an in-room safe with an internal outlet capable of charging devices up to a 17" laptop

detail: Website states: 'explore our neighborhood's thriving local restaurant scene, including our own Cornerstone Kitchen & Lounge (currently closed for renovations).'

signal: chain 'ramada'

wow_evidence: indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness centre


community: Vernon

value: KFC


value: 335 Wesley Street, Unit 102, Nanaimo, BC

value: Misty Pines Cafe & Bakery is a local café and bakery located in Nanaimo at 335 Wesley Street. As a combined café and bakery, it would offer touring cyclists a spot to stop for baked goods and café beverages in a community setting. The business operates seven days a week according to OSM.

value: Misty Pines Cafe & Bakery

signal: shop=bakery


value: G3-888 Nelson Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2H1

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (4 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 87m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Gyu-Kaku is a Japanese BBQ chain where diners grill their own meats and vegetables at table-mounted charcoal grills. The Vancouver location sits in the heart of downtown near Robson Street, convenient for cyclists exploring the city core. À la carte, course, lunch, and vegetarian menus are all available, with takeout also on offer.

value: Gyu-Kaku

detail: Website explicitly lists takeout with separate hours: Sun–Thu 11:30AM–9:30PM last order, Fri–Sat 11:30AM–10:30PM last order

detail: Website lists a dedicated 'Vegetarian Menu' (contradicts; website preferred)

signal: yakiniku charcoal BBQ, A5 wagyu; ~$35-50pp

wow_evidence: Japanese BBQ chain


value: 345 Robson Street, Vancouver, V6B 6B3

bike_parking_detail: 31 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; bollard (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (21 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (21 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; bollard (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; bollard (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (4 spaces) at 91m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 97m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 98m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 100m. Total: 126 spaces.

value: Pizza Pizza


value: 1067 Todd Rd, Cache Creek, BC V0K 1H0

community: Cache Creek

value: Robbie's Motel is a small, renovated motel in Cache Creek, BC, situated at the junction of Highways 1 and 97 — a classic overnight stop for cyclists traveling between Kamloops and Vancouver. The property offers clean, recently renovated rooms with a complimentary continental breakfast included. Pets are permitted with prior approval, which may be useful for touring cyclists traveling with animals.

value: Robbie's Motel

wow_evidence: renovated motel in Cache Creek... complimentary continental breakfast


value: BC-16, Burns Lake, BC V8J 1L2, Canada

community: Burns Lake

value: The Office Pub & Grill is a pub and grill located in Burns Lake in BC's Cariboo, Chilcotin & Central Interior region. OSM tags indicate a wide-ranging menu spanning American, burger, chicken, diner, fish and chips, German, and Italian cuisine, suggesting it caters to a broad appetite. Burns Lake sits along Highway 16 (the Yellowhead), making it a natural stop for touring cyclists crossing the interior of British Columbia.

value: The Office Pub & Grill

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: pub and grill located in Burns Lake


value: 5580 Wharf Road, Sechelt

community: Sechelt

value: The Daily Roast is a local cafe on Sechelt's Wharf Road. It serves coffee and provides internet access for customers. A convenient stop for touring cyclists passing through Sechelt's downtown area.

value: The Daily Roast

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 1269 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Alchemy Bar and Kitchen is a lively Italian-inspired restaurant and bar located in Vancouver's Yaletown neighbourhood, serving pizza, pasta, and globally-influenced cuisine alongside cocktails and mocktails. The restaurant has been recognized as a Rising Stars pick by Restaurant Guru 2024, and is known for its attentive service and creative menu. Its Yaletown location puts it within easy reach of the Seawall cycling route, making it a convenient stop for touring cyclists exploring the area.

value: Alchemy

signal: Italian bar & kitchen, pizza/pasta, cocktails; ~$20-30pp


value: 1120 Hall Mines Road, Nelson, BC V1L 1G6

community: Nelson

value: Alpine Inn & Suites is a family-owned motel in Nelson, BC offering 30 newly renovated rooms — from standard queens to full-kitchen family suites and a jacuzzi suite — in a European-style hospitality setting. It sits one minute from downtown Nelson and 20 minutes from Whitewater Ski Resort, making it a practical base for cyclists exploring the Kootenay region. The variety of room configurations, including suites sleeping up to six guests, suits both solo tourers and small cycling groups.

value: Alpine Inn & Suites

detail: Website (/the-inn/) states 'Laundry facilities with soft drink machine and ice machine'

detail: Website (/the-inn/) mentions 'soft drink machine and ice machine' on premises


value: 4700 McClelland Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands at 11m; stands at 23m; stands at 34m; stands at 35m; stands at 39m; stands at 40m; stands at 57m; stands at 62m; stands at 72m; stands at 77m; stands (4 spaces) at 84m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: HellCrust Pizza


value: 9105 Okanagan Hwy 97, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V2

community: Osoyoos

value: Peach Hill Farm Market is a family-owned orchard and roadside market in Osoyoos that has been growing and selling fresh Okanagan produce since 1996. Located on Highway 97, it offers a broad seasonal selection of tree fruits — cherries, peaches, nectarines, apricots, plums, pears, and apples — alongside melons, tomatoes, and peppers, all grown on-site by the Kaler family. It draws a loyal repeat clientele from across the valley and would make a natural resupply stop for touring cyclists passing through the South Okanagan.

value: Peach Hill Farm Market

wow_evidence: family-owned orchard and roadside market... growing and selling fresh Okanagan produce since 1996


value: 3664 Highway 16, Smithers

community: Smithers

value: Safeway


value: 9412 120 Street, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: Wendy's

signal: chain 'wendy'


value: Unit 103 - 3005 Merchant Way, Langford, BC

community: Langford

value: Liberty Kitchen is a Canadian neighbourhood restaurant chain (part of Browns Restaurant Group) serving made-from-scratch meals in a community-focused setting. The Langford (Belmont Market) outpost sits in a busy retail and dining complex on the western edge of Greater Victoria. Touring cyclists passing through the Capital Region would find it a convenient full-service meal stop with a full dining room.

value: Liberty Kitchen

signal: Liberty Kitchen (Browns group) neighbourhood; ~$18-28pp


value: 7560 Vantage Way, V4G 1H1

community: Delta

value: Divine Sandwich is a fast-food restaurant in Richmond, BC specializing in sandwiches. It offers quick-service meals suitable for cyclists seeking convenient nutrition stops while touring the region.

value: Divine Sandwich


value: 560 Johnson St #122, Victoria, BC V8W 3C6, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 26 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 8m; rack (6 spaces) at 15m; bollard (4 spaces) at 34m; rack (5 spaces) at 46m; bollard (4 spaces) at 49m; stands (4 spaces) at 51m; rack (6 spaces) at 54m; bollard (2 spaces) at 55m; bollard (4 spaces) at 58m; stands (6 spaces) at 59m; bollard (4 spaces) at 61m; rack (6 spaces) at 63m; bollard (2 spaces) at 63m; bollard (4 spaces) at 66m; bollard (4 spaces) at 69m; bollard (2 spaces) at 70m; bollard (2 spaces) at 75m; bollard (4 spaces) at 79m; rack (6 spaces) at 83m; bollard (4 spaces) at 84m; bollard (4 spaces) at 85m; bollard (4 spaces) at 91m; bollard (2 spaces) at 93m; bollard (2 spaces) at 96m; bollard (4 spaces) at 98m; bollard (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 105 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Hey Happy is a Victoria-based specialty coffee roaster running two cafe locations, the downtown 'lojo' on Johnson St and 'uptown' on Saanich Rd, with a full breakfast and lunch kitchen as well as in-house roasted beans available by subscription. The cafes offer generous indoor seating and a patio, and the roasting operation extends into wholesale and direct-to-consumer subscription sales across Canada. A vegetarian-friendly menu and accessible premises make it a solid urban stop for touring cyclists moving through Greater Victoria.

value: Hey Happy

wow_evidence: Victoria-based specialty coffee roaster... wholesale and direct-to-consumer subscription sales across Canada


blurb: Park commemorating the Sudeten German settlers of the Tomslake area.

community: Tomslake

value: Sudeten Park is a nature reserve in the Peace River Country of Northern British Columbia, located near Dawson Creek — the Mile 0 city of the Alaska Highway. Captured in Canada's national NRCan-CanVec geographic dataset, it preserves a tract of the expansive northern landscape that defines this remote touring corridor. Cyclists riding the Alaska Highway or exploring the Dawson Creek area will find it a natural waypoint in one of BC's most storied long-distance routes.

value: Sudeten Park

wow_evidence: Park near Tomslake tied to the Sudeten German refugee settlement story (own knowledge); record itself is a bare dataset mention.


value: 2232 Oak Bay Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; rack at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; rack (covered) at 72m; rack at 72m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Oak Bay

value: Vis-à-Vis is a wine bar and French-inspired bistro in the heart of Oak Bay Village, offering wine selected by an in-house sommelier alongside locally sourced lunch, dinner, and late-night menus. The bar-forward layout puts guests face-to-face with bartenders over wine, local craft beer, and signature cocktails. A private event room called Penny Lane accommodates groups of up to 40, and the business is managed by the VicPubCo hospitality group.

value: Vis-à-Vis

signal: amenity=bar


value: 796 Lakeshore Drive, Penticton BC

community: Penticton

value: Patio Burger & Ice Cream Co. is a beachfront restaurant that opened in 2016 at Lakawanna Park on the corner of Power Street and Lakeshore Drive in Penticton. The menu centres on 100% Canadian chuck beef burgers smash-griddled to order, hand-cut BC Kennebec potato fries made fresh throughout the day, and 13 house-made ice cream flavours. The project also involved planting over 550 flowers, plants, and trees to revitalize the surrounding park, making it a genuine community landmark along Penticton's waterfront.

value: Patio Burger & ice cream co.

detail: Website states ice cream selection includes 'a dairy-free sorbet' among 13 flavours

signal: beachfront burgers & ice cream, smash burgers; ~$14-22pp

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 1074 Denman Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (4 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 67m; stands (3 spaces) at 70m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 92m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Legendary Noodle House is a Vietnamese restaurant on Denman Street in Vancouver's West End, handcrafting noodles in an open kitchen since 1997. The compact interior is decorated with an antique wooden waterwheel at the entrance, Chinese lanterns, dark wood tables and benches imported from China, and wooden screens backlit by turquoise lights. A second location operates on West Broadway, and the English Bay location offers both dine-in and takeout.

value: Legendary Noodle House

signal: Noodle house with sit-down tables; no menu prices visible


blurb: Floating inflatable water park off a Kelowna beach.

community: Kelowna

value: Splash BC is a family-operated chain of large floating inflatable obstacle courses (Wibit) set on public beaches across the Okanagan, operating since 2014. Each park features climbing walls, slides, trampolines, monkey bars, and interconnected water features designed for active, high-energy fun for ages 5 and up. With four BC locations in Kelowna, Penticton, Peachland, and Osoyoos, it has become a signature summer attraction for the region's locals and touring visitors alike.

theme: recreation

value: Splash BC Water Parks

detail: A customer review mentions 'food trucks too' near the Kelowna location, but these appear to be third-party vendors at the adjacent city park, not food service operated by Splash BC

detail: FAQ states staff can hold keys only; phones and wallets are not held. Guests are directed to lock valuables in their vehicle

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: inflatable water park passes ~$25-35

detail: Customer review references 'Bathrooms nearby at city park' — adjacent public park facilities, not confirmed as Splash BC-provided

wow_evidence: Floating inflatable obstacle courses on Okanagan beaches (four-town chain, chain rule applies); fun hot-day activity.


value: 19267 Lougheed Highway, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2J5

community: Pitt Meadows

value: The Best Western Plus Pitt Meadows Inn & Suites is a full-service chain hotel on Lougheed Highway in Pitt Meadows, offering a range of room types from standard kings to suites with kitchenettes and mini-fridges. The hotel features an outdoor pool and complimentary breakfast, making it a comfortable overnight base in the lower Fraser Valley. It sits along a major highway corridor convenient to the Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge cycling routes.

signal: chain 'best western plus'

wow_evidence: Best Western Plus


bike_access: rough

community: Flathead

value: A tiny, very remote Forest Service rec site on the Flathead Border Road, with a public Forest Service cabin and a short hike to Beryl and Marl lakes; reaching it requires 57+ km on rough FSR roads.

value: Butts Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: requires 57+ km on rough FSR roads


value: 6807 Highway 97, Summerland, V0H 1Z9

community: Summerland

value: 8th Generation Vineyard is a family-owned estate winery in Summerland operated by Bernd and Stefanie Schales, who brought eight generations of German winemaking heritage to the Okanagan Valley when they arrived in 2003. The winery produces small-batch, estate-grown wines using sustainable, additive-free methods from vineyards they manage entirely themselves. Cyclists passing along Highway 97 can visit the farmhouse wine shop for tastings and to pick up a bottle.

value: 8th Generation Vineyard

signal: Family estate winery tasting

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: eight generations of German winemaking heritage...small-batch, estate-grown wines


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

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 79m; bollard (2 spaces) at 95m; bollard (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: Joe Burger is a fast-casual smash burger counter tucked inside the Country Club Centre food court in Nanaimo, known for hand-crafted burgers made from fresh-ground beef and daily-prepared ingredients. The menu spans classic burgers, poutine, onion rings, breakfast sandwiches, and churros, and the spot has earned a reputation as one of the top-rated burger destinations in the city. The sheltered mall food court setting with ample seating makes it a practical and filling refuelling stop for touring cyclists passing through Nanaimo.

value: Joe Burger


community: Cranbrook

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


community: Peachland


value: 3720 Mt Seymour Parkway, North Vancouver, V7G 1C3

community: North Vancouver

value: A Japanese cuisine restaurant on Mt Seymour Parkway in North Vancouver offering dine-in and takeaway service to customers.

value: Momiji Japanese Cuisine

signal: Japanese dine-in/takeaway; ~$15-25pp


value: #1780-4151 Hazelbridge Way, Richmond, BC V6X4J7

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 56m; rack (8 spaces) at 61m; rack at 99m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: H Mart (Hanahreum Mart) is a Canadian branch of a large Korean-founded supermarket chain specializing in Asian groceries, fresh produce, seafood, and specialty food items. The Richmond location sits within a shopping centre on Hazelbridge Way and serves the city's substantial Asian-Canadian community. Touring cyclists will find an extensive selection of packaged foods, fresh fruit, and pantry staples well suited for resupply.

value: H Mart


value: #2 Second Beach Road, Skidegate, BC V0T 1S1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 91m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Skidegate Landing

value: Ga Taa Naay Restaurant is a dining venue housed within the Haida Heritage Centre at Ḵay Llnagaay, an award-winning Aboriginal cultural tourism complex in Skidegate on Haida Gwaii, British Columbia's remote northwest coast. The 50,000-square-foot centre encompasses a museum, carving shed, canoe house, performance house, and gift shop, all designed to resemble a traditional oceanside Haida village. Touring cyclists arriving here will find themselves at one of BC's most distinctive cultural destinations, far off the typical mainland circuit.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: Ga Taa Naay Restaurant

signal: cultural-centre restaurant (Haida Heritage Centre); ~$18-28pp


value: 215 East 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, V5T 1B6

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

value: West Point Cycles is a full-service bicycle retailer and repair shop with multiple Vancouver locations and a Langley presence, serving road, mountain, commuter, and e-bike riders. The shop is an authorized Trek dealer and carries Brompton folding bikes alongside a deep parts and accessories inventory. Touring cyclists will find professional repair packages, a comprehensive parts selection including Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires, and knowledgeable staff.

value: West Point Cycles

detail: No mention of rentals anywhere on website

detail: Website features a dedicated E-Bikes section, sells Trek e-bikes, and publishes an E-Bike Buyer's Guide and Electric Bike Safety resources

detail: Website lists Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires in multiple sizes, tubes, chains, cassettes, and a comprehensive parts catalogue

detail: Stop by any West Point Cycles location for a free estimate

detail: Not explicitly corroborated in fetched website content

subcategory: Repair Shop


value: 2635 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4E3

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands at 64m; rack (covered) at 70m; rack (covered) at 71m; rack (covered) at 77m; stands at 96m; stands at 96m.

community: Victoria

value: Circle K is a 24-hour convenience store and petrol station on Quadra Street in Victoria, part of the international Couche-Tard/Circle K chain. It stocks the standard convenience-store range of snacks, drinks, and packaged foods, and offers coffee on-site. Its round-the-clock hours make it a reliable resupply point for touring cyclists passing through Victoria at any time of day or night.

value: Circle K

wow_evidence: 24-hour convenience store... international Couche-Tard/Circle K chain


community: Whistler

value: Beavertails


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 37m; rack (1 space) at 48m; rack (5 spaces) at 67m; rack (1 space) at 80m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Kamloops

value: Klasske's Bistro is a family-owned donair restaurant that has anchored downtown Kamloops on 3rd Avenue since 2016. Named after owner Klasske Cornborough, it specializes in Halifax-style beef and chicken donairs with house-made sauces — including a locally acclaimed sweet sauce — alongside chicken shawarma and a falafel donair for vegetarians. The recently expanded location offers indoor seating, and the kitchen accommodates advance takeout orders, making it a practical quick-stop for cyclists moving through the city centre.

value: Klasske's Bistro

detail: Website explicitly offers a vegetarian falafel donair: 'a delectable chickpea patty garnished with fresh toppings and creamy hummus.' No vegan or GF claims made


value: 1903 West 4th Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 2m; stands (2 spaces) at 4m; stands (6 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; rack (3 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; rack (5 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; wide_stands (4 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 40 spaces.

value: Tractor

signal: Tractor healthy fast-casual bowls; ~$15-18


value: 1519 Highway 6, Cherryville, BC

community: Cherryville

value: Triple Island Farm is recorded in OpenStreetMap as a restaurant and noted in discovery data as a cheese farm in the Okanagan & Thompson region of British Columbia. Beyond the OSM coordinates and tags, no verified business details are available, as the associated website has been taken over by unrelated content.

value: Triple Island Cheese Farm

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


value: 15802 80th Avenue, Surrey, BC

blurb: Display gardens with wisteria pergola in Fleetwood Park.

community: Surrey

value: A beautifully designed municipal display garden within Fleetwood Park in Surrey's Fleetwood neighbourhood. Features include a large pergola draped in wisteria and clematis, a classically designed knot garden with three varieties of boxwood, and an award-winning perennial border with over 100 varieties. A European-style bosque of 50 red maples adds dramatic structure as the trees mature.

label: Wisteria & perennial bloom

months: May June

value: Fleetwood Gardens

signal: City of Surrey public display garden; no admission fee mentioned

wow_evidence: Award-winning municipal display garden — wisteria pergola, knot garden, 100-variety perennial border.


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 103-4402 Skyline Drive, Burnaby, BC V5C 0M7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Claudio's Ristorante is an Italian restaurant in Burnaby's Solo District development, serving housemade fresh pasta, wood-fired-style pizzas, and a full bar with happy hour offerings. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating and caters to private events from intimate dinners to full restaurant buyouts. Cyclists passing through the Brentwood area will find a range of vegetarian-friendly dishes and online ordering for takeout.

value: Claudio's Ristorante

detail: Menu marks multiple items (V) for vegetarian across categories: Focaccia, Broccolini, Giardino salad, Chitarra Pomodoro pasta, Margherita pizza, Pera e Gorgonzola pizza

signal: Pasta/pizza mains $23–29; fresh-made daily; prosciutto di Parma, burrata, truffle


value: #102 - 340 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2A3

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 16m; rack (5 spaces) at 28m; rack (1 space) at 38m; rack (1 space) at 50m; rack (5 spaces) at 74m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Manila Social is a Filipino-inspired restaurant in downtown Kamloops helmed by Chef Romeo Oloresisimo, celebrating traditional Filipino comfort food — from open-flamed rotisserie chicken to classic Silog breakfast plates — with a modern, locally rooted twist. The restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner and offers catering and curated private dining experiences. Situated in the heart of Kamloops' downtown core, it stands out as one of the few dedicated Filipino kitchens in the BC Interior.

value: Manila Social

detail: Dinner menu includes Zen Poke Bowl (marinated tofu), Spiced Chickpea Burrata, East-Style Salad, Nutty Brussels, and Classic Caesar Salad — multiple vegetarian dishes confirmed. No explicit vegan or GF labelling found

signal: Brunch mains $17–25, dinner items $12–26; casual sit-down Filipino restaurant


community: Chilliwack

value: Shell Select


value: 12231 First Ave, Richmond, BC V7E 3A4, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 19m; rack at 73m; rack (5 spaces) at 83m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Sprinkles Gelato and Dessert House is a gelato and dessert shop located in Steveston, the historic fishing village neighbourhood of Richmond, BC. Steveston sits at the terminus of popular cycling routes including the West Dyke Trail and the Steveston Scenic Loop, making it a natural stop for touring cyclists exploring the Fraser River delta.

value: Sprinkles Gelato and Dessert House


value: Sowchea Rd, Bulkley-Nechako, BC V0J 1P0, Canada

community: Fort St. James

value: A 30-site BC Parks campground on Sowchea Bay in the Cariboo/Central Interior, with potable water and washrooms; the gate closes in the off-season so this is a strictly summer destination.

value: Sowchea Bay Campground

wow_evidence: potable water and washrooms


value: PO Box 22015 RPO Dogwood, Campbell River, BC V9W 8G7

blurb: 520-hectare forest trail network inside Campbell River, protected since 1931.

community: Campbell River

value: Beaver Lodge Forest Lands is a 520-hectare public forest within the city of Campbell River, featuring diverse habitats including stands with old-growth characteristics such as Douglas-fir, western redcedar, and Sitka spruce. Originally donated in 1931 as one of BC's first operational forest plantations, it is now protected under its own provincial legislation and offers a network of trails for walking, running, and cycling. The Greenways Loop trail connects through the forest lands, making it an accessible natural stop for touring cyclists passing through Campbell River.

dwell: half

value: Beaver Lodge Forest Lands

wow_evidence: 520-ha in-city forest, one of BC's first plantations (1931), protected by its own act, with an extensive trail network.


value: 227 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver City

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 41m; rack (3 spaces) at 44m; rack (3 spaces) at 55m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 63m; rack (3 spaces) at 67m; rack (3 spaces) at 70m; rack (3 spaces) at 70m; rack (3 spaces) at 76m; rack (3 spaces) at 79m; rack (3 spaces) at 85m. Total: 32 spaces.

value: Mi Tierra Latina (listed in OSM as My Latin American Grocery Store) is a specialty Latin American grocery stocking authentic products from nine countries — Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, and Venezuela. The store carries a broad range of packaged goods including beverages, sauces, corn and bean products, frozen food, snacks, and spices. A touring cyclist passing through North Vancouver could use it as a food resupply point for specialty and everyday pantry staples.

value: Mi Tierra Latina

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 64m.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 2297 East Hastings Street, Vancouver

community: Vancouver

value: Dachi is a refined farm-to-table neighbourhood restaurant on East Hastings Street, earning Platinum recognition at the Vancouver International Wine Festival for its curated selection of natural wines and craft sake. The menu rotates seasonally around local and organic ingredients, served in a warm dining room and a spacious outdoor patio that can accommodate groups up to 50 in summer. Cyclists finishing a ride through East Vancouver would find an upscale yet relaxed setting well suited to a celebratory dinner.

value: Dachi Restaurant and Natural Wine

signal: Tasting menu $75pp, award-winning wine list, mains $28-45


value: 1755 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (5 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (6 spaces) at 98m. Total: 23 spaces.

value: Bayside Lounge is a retro cocktail lounge on the second floor above the corner of Denman and Davie Streets in Vancouver's West End, offering sweeping panoramic views of English Bay. Established in the 1970s and anchored by its iconic sunken circular bar, it serves West Coast-inspired small plates, handcrafted cocktails, and weekend brunch alongside nightly DJ sets. Cyclists riding the nearby Seawall will find it a scenic and lively stop steps from the beach.

value: Bayside Lounge

detail: Menu explicitly labels multiple items: Vegetarian Spring Rolls (vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free), Elote Corn (vegetarian, GF), Beyond Burger (vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free), Honey Roasted Carrots (GF, vegetarian), Tuna Kinilaw (dairy-free, GF), and others

signal: amenity=bar

wow_evidence: Established in the 1970s and anchored by its iconic sunken circular bar... sweeping panoramic views of English Bay... steps from the beach


value: Unit M115 - 3122 Mt.Lehman Road, Abbotsford BC V2T 0C5

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 53m; stands (4 spaces) at 78m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Liquor 4 Less (branded Liquor For Less) is a private liquor retail chain with six Fraser Valley locations across Abbotsford and Langley. The Highstreet Mall location is the chain's original Abbotsford store, formerly operating as Mt. Lehman Liquor Store, and carries a broad selection of beer, wine, and spirits. It has been voted a local favourite liquor store and winery/wine store by community readers.

value: Liquor 4 Less

subcategory: Liquor Store


community: Port Coquitlam

value: Taco Del Mar


value: 33245 North Railway Avenue, Mission, BC, V2V 1E4

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m. Total: 11 spaces.

community: Mission

value: A family-owned bike shop in Mission's historic Railway Avenue district, operating continuously since 1978 when the Wenting family purchased the original Planet Earth Cycles. Now occupying 5,200 square feet with 10 staff, the shop carries road, mountain, hybrid, e-bikes, and kids' bikes alongside accessories, GPS computers, clothing, and bike racks. Jerseys from Canadian cycling champions hang on the walls, reflecting deep roots in the local cycling community.

value: Wentings Cycle & Mountain Shop

detail: E-bike overhaul listed at separate pricing; e-bike diagnostics offered at hourly shop rate; DH/E-Bike tire/tube services listed

wow_evidence: family-owned bike shop... operating continuously since 1978... Jerseys from Canadian cycling champions hang on the walls


value: 1867 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 4m; wide_stands (4 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; rack (3 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (6 spaces) at 71m; stands (3 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; wide_stands (4 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 45 spaces.

value: Noodle Box


value: 5978 Glover Rd, Langley City, BC V3A 4H9

community: Langley

value: A 77-room Best Western Plus property situated in Langley City roughly 45 minutes east of downtown Vancouver, surrounded by farmland and recreational opportunities. The hotel has received the chain's 'Best of the Best' award for six consecutive years and offers an indoor heated pool, hot tub, and fitness centre. Touring cyclists will find onsite coin laundry, complimentary hot breakfast, and an adjacent full-service restaurant and lounge convenient after a long day in the saddle.

value: Best Western Plus Langley Inn

detail: Onsite Coin Laundry listed in hotel amenities

detail: Ricky's Country Restaurant & Lounge listed as on-site amenity

wow_evidence: indoor heated pool, hot tub, and fitness centre...coin laundry


value: 1113 Vidal Street, White Rock, V4B 3T4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 59m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: White Rock

value: Hellcrust Pizza is a fast-food pizza chain with a White Rock location on Vidal Street. The brand operates multiple BC locations and offers online ordering through its app and website, along with coupons and deals. It is a straightforward quick-service pizza stop for cyclists passing through the White Rock area.

value: Hellcrust Pizza

wow_evidence: fast-food pizza chain...multiple BC locations


value: Unit 101, 9172 120th Street, Surrey, BC V3V 4B5

value: Namdhari's Punjabi Spice Restaurant is a 100% pure vegetarian Indian restaurant serving authentic Punjabi and Indian street food made from scratch with no frozen or highly processed ingredients. The menu spans samosas, golgappe, chaat, noodles, and freshly squeezed Indian-style juices, drawing on flavours the owners describe as 'India Wala'. The restaurant operates from two Surrey locations and accepts online orders.

value: Namdhari's Restaurant

detail: Restaurant is '100% PURE VEGETARIAN'; individual menu items are labelled Vegetarian, Vegan, Organic, and/or Gluten-free (e.g. Veg. Manchurian and Vegetable Pakora noted as gluten-free suitable)

signal: Appetizers $2.50–$11.99; casual Indian street food, fresh-made, two locations

wow_evidence: 100% pure vegetarian Indian restaurant… two Surrey locations


value: 239 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 47m; lockers (secure) at 49m.

community: Kelowna

value: Moo-Lix Ice Cream is a local ice cream destination on Kelowna's main downtown commercial strip, Bernard Avenue. Situated in the heart of the city's walkable core, it offers a natural rest stop for cyclists exploring the Okanagan. The late evening hours make it a popular warm-weather treat stop after a day on the trail.

value: Moo-Lix Ice Cream

signal: ice cream shop; ~$5-10

wow_evidence: ice cream restaurant at 239 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna


value: 7139 Arcola Way, Burnaby, BC V5E 0A6

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

value: Tealips Cafe is a bubble tea and café in Burnaby's Highgate neighbourhood offering an extensive menu of milk teas, fruit slushes, smoothies, and coffee alongside fresh Belgian waffles made in-house with organic Kefir. The kitchen also turns out freshly toasted focaccia sandwiches and Korean-style bingsoo shaved ice, making it a solid stop for a substantial snack or light meal. The café appears to operate a second Metrotown location as well, with online ordering available for both.

value: Tealips Cafe

detail: Avocado Sandwich described as 'a vegetarian favorite'; oat milk substitution available for drinks (dairy-free). No explicit vegan or GF claims confirmed

signal: amenity=cafe


value: An Indian restaurant and sweets shop in Surrey's Newton neighbourhood, now operating under the name New Parmar Sweets & Catering, with a second South Surrey location recently added. The kitchen prepares a broad range of authentic subcontinental dishes daily — from street-food chaats and tandoori items to curries and Indo-Chinese fusion — alongside house-made fresh sweets. The dining hall seats up to 50 guests and the business offers online ordering and full event catering.

google_place_id: ChIJHeeHGjLahVQRUbDFKFmpklo

value: New Parmar Sweets & Catering

detail: Extensive vegetarian sections throughout the menu: vegetarian samosas, paneer dishes, veg curries, vegetarian Indo-Chinese options (Chilli Paneer, Veggie Manchurian, Honey Chilli Potato, etc.), and vegetarian tandoori items. No explicit vegan or gluten-free claims found

signal: Parantha plates $10.99, tandoori mains $12-15, casual Indian dine-in/takeout


value: 1007 Rutland Rd. N., Kelowna, BC V1X 4Y9

value: Circle K is a major chain convenience store and gas station on Rutland Rd. N. in Kelowna's east side. It stocks packaged snacks, beverages, and fresh prepared food alongside a roller grill for hot items. Public restrooms are available on-site, making it a functional resupply and rest stop for cyclists moving through the Rutland corridor.

value: Circle K

detail: Website store services list includes 'Roller Grill' and 'Fresh Food Fast'

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: Fresh Food Fast, Coffee, Roller Grill, and Public Restrooms


value: 2960 Bridge St, Victoria, BC

value: Île Sauvage Brewing is a craft brewery in Victoria specializing in Belgian-style wild ales and sour beers, with a tasting room on Bridge Street. The name translates to 'Wild Island,' referencing both Vancouver Island's wilderness and the brewery's focus on Kveik, Lactobacillus, and Brettanomyces fermentations, oak-ageing, and local fruit refermentations. Cyclists stopping in will find a rotating selection of wild and sour beers available on tap and for takeout.

value: Île Sauvage Brewing

signal: Craft brewery tasting room (dup Île Sauvage)


value: 5411 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2G1

value: A newly renovated Best Western Plus hotel on Kingsway in central Burnaby, positioned minutes from Metropolis at Metrotown — the Vancouver area's largest shopping mall. The property markets comfort and convenience for travelers exploring Greater Vancouver, with easy access to transit and urban amenities. Its location on a major arterial corridor makes it a practical overnight stop for cyclists navigating the Greater Vancouver region.

value: Best Western Plus Burnaby Hotel

detail: Website describes Metropolis at Metrotown as nearby, mentioning 'world class retail, restaur[ants]' accessible from the hotel

signal: chain 'best western plus'


value: 874 Tsimshian Blvd, Kitimat, BC V8C 1T5, Canada

community: Kitimat

value: Chilly & Dancer Pub is a regional-cuisine restaurant and pub located in British Columbia's remote North Coast region. Its distinctive name and position in one of BC's more isolated touring corridors make it a notable waypoint for cyclists passing through the area. No further details about the establishment could be verified due to inaccessible web content.

value: Chilly & Dancer Pub

signal: pub, remote North Coast; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: pub/restaurant...one of BC's more isolated touring corridors


value: 5761 Marine Way, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 73m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Nando's

signal: chain 'nando'


value: 677 Old Hope-Princeton Way, Hope, BC V0X 1L4

community: Hope

value: A Subway franchise sandwich shop on the Old Hope-Princeton Way corridor in Hope, BC — a natural resupply point for cyclists traveling the Crowsnest Highway or moving between the Fraser Valley and the Interior. The location offers made-to-order Footlongs, wraps, salads, and breakfast items with dine-in, takeout, and delivery options. As an independently owned franchise, it serves the small community of Hope where food options along this route are limited.

value: Subway

wow_evidence: Subway franchise sandwich shop


value: Davie Street at Bute Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (4 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 77m. Total: 39 spaces.

blurb: Vancouver's historic LGBTQ+ district on Davie Street; rainbow crosswalks and lively strip.

value: Gay Village (commonly called Davie Village) is Vancouver's historic LGBTQ+ neighbourhood, centered on Davie Street in the West End. Known for its rainbow-painted crosswalks, welcoming bars and restaurants, and strong community identity, it is both a cultural landmark and a lively destination for visitors. Its location near the Stanley Park Seawall and other major cycling routes makes it a natural waypoint for touring cyclists passing through central Vancouver.

label: summer events & car-free Sundays

months: June July August

setting: mixed

value: Davie Village

label: N/A — not an admission venue

signal: Gastown is a public neighborhood/district with no admission charge to access

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Davie Village — Vancouver's historic LGBTQ+ district with rainbow crosswalks; genuine cultural district record (like False Creek, a place not a venue).


value: 586 Hornby Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (5 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (4 spaces) at 82m; stands (6 spaces) at 84m; stands (5 spaces) at 97m. Total: 34 spaces.

value: A Mexican restaurant in downtown Vancouver on Hornby Street. A centrally located food option for cyclists exploring the city.

value: Toloache Mexican Kitchen

signal: Mexican kitchen; ~$14-22pp


value: 850 Canada Games Way, Prince George, BC V2L 5T6

blurb: Prince George's visitor centre, with maps, advice, and a local-makers shop.

community: Prince George

value: The Prince George Visitor Information Centre is the official tourism hub for the city, offering expert travel advice, maps, and local recommendations to help visitors explore the region. Run by Tourism Prince George, it also features a gift shop stocked with locally made products and exclusive souvenirs. For touring cyclists passing through central BC, it serves as a useful resource for route planning and discovering local experiences.

days_closed: Sa Su

value: Prince George Visitor Centre

signal: visitor centre + gift shop, free

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Official Tourism PG visitor centre with local-makers gift shop; VC anchor band.


value: 1009 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 5T4

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (7 spaces) at 89m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: El Guapo is a lively Yaletown restaurant serving SoCal and BC West Coast-inspired cuisine, with a menu spanning brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour anchored by their signature margaritas. The space is designed to feel welcoming to all comers, with live music every weekend and big-screen sports coverage including FIFA matches near BC Place. Dishes range from Huevos Rancheros at brunch to Carnitas Tacos at happy hour, with delivery available through Uber Eats and DoorDash.

value: El Guapo

signal: SoCal/West Coast Mexican, margaritas; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: live music every weekend


value: 1882 Adanac St, Vancouver, BC V5L 2E2

value: The WISE Hall is a storied East Vancouver institution founded in 1957 as a social club for Welsh, Irish, Scottish, and English immigrants, now a 250-capacity concert venue with a rich history of Canadian performers gracing its stage. The downstairs Lounge is a classic cash-only neighborhood pub with pool table and darts, operating as a members-and-guests club open to anyone 19+ with valid ID. A touring cyclist stopping here would find a genuinely local hangout steeped in community history, steps from the Adanac cycling corridor.

value: Wise Club & Hall

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: storied East Vancouver institution founded in 1957 ... rich history of Canadian performers gracing its stage


value: 2001 6th Avenue, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0

washroom_type: flush

community: Fernie

value: Full-service RV resort in Fernie with 11 tent sites (some backing onto the Elk River), two flush washroom buildings with showers, and twelve loaner bikes for riding paved paths into town; open year-round with winter camping packages and a ski-hill shuttle.

value: Fernie RV Resort

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: 12 loaner townie bikes at no cost... modular pump track was added in June 2024


value: 45367 Luckakuck Way, Sardis, BC V2R 3C7

value: A Taco Bell fast food location in Sardis serving Tex-Mex inspired menu items including tacos, burritos, and the Crunchwrap Supreme. The location offers both drive-thru and dine-in service, as well as online ordering and delivery. As a chain fast food stop along Luckakuck Way, it could serve as a quick calorie refuel point for cyclists passing through Sardis.

value: Taco Bell

detail: Website states 'Veggie Cravings Menu has indulgent vegetarian items like the Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito.' No vegan or GF confirmation found

signal: chain 'taco bell'


value: Fresh Restaurant & Lounge offers regional cuisine in an indoor dining setting in North Vancouver. As a restaurant, it serves as a potential meal stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Fresh Restaurant & Lounge

signal: restaurant & lounge; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: restaurant with regional cuisine in North Vancouver


value: 20855 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge

community: Maple Ridge

value: White Spot

signal: chain 'white spot'


value: 1582 Sayward Road, V0J 1R0

community: Sayward

value: Co-op Food Market in Sayward is a member-owned cooperative grocery store and one of the very few full-service food retail options in this small, remote northern Vancouver Island community. For cyclists riding the logging roads and highways of the northern Island, it represents a critical resupply point before long stretches with little services. As part of the broader Co-op network, profits are returned to members and reinvested in the local community.

value: Co-op Food Market - Sayward


value: 1255 Davie Street, Vancouver, V6E 1N4

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 39m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (4 spaces) at 96m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Your Independent Grocer is a full-service Loblaws-operated supermarket in Vancouver's West End, situated on busy Davie Street near the English Bay waterfront. It carries a broad range of groceries, fresh produce, and household goods, making it a well-positioned resupply point for cyclists exploring the Seawall or passing through the city core. The store is wheelchair accessible and was recently field-verified as open.

value: Your Independent Grocer

wow_evidence: Loblaws-operated supermarket


community: Fort Nelson

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 2046 Otter Point Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0P7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 99m. Total: 6 spaces.

blurb: Free gallery of 80-plus BC artists in central Sooke.

community: Sooke

value: South Shore Gallery is a free-admission art gallery in the heart of Sooke showcasing original paintings, ceramics, glass, metalwork, jewellery, fibre art, and gifts by over 80 British Columbia artists. The gallery also carries a selection of art supplies and offers professional custom picture framing done entirely on-site by owner Rebecca Hornsby. It is a worthwhile cultural stop for touring cyclists exploring the southern tip of Vancouver Island.

value: South Shore Gallery

ownership: Nonprofit / community

signal: osm fee=no

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Free gallery representing 80+ BC artists with on-site framing — real breadth lifts it above ordinary.


value: 1710 56 St, Delta, BC V4L 2B2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 84m; stands (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 6 spaces.

blurb: Community gallery of the South Delta Artists Guild near the ferry.

community: Delta

value: Gallery 1710 is the home of the South Delta Artists Guild in Tsawwassen, showcasing rotating monthly exhibitions of original works by local artists spanning realism to abstract, watercolour to mixed media and 3D art. Located just minutes from the Tsawwassen ferry terminal and close to the Delta dike cycling network, it makes a natural cultural stop for cyclists passing through the area. The guild, incorporated in 1975, also runs workshops and Saturday artist demonstrations open to the public.

days_closed: Mo Tu We Th

value: Gallery 1710

signal: Drop-in access with no admission price mentioned; local artists guild gallery

wow_evidence: South Delta Artists Guild gallery — triple-listed (guild record @8m, Kiwanis Longhouse @20m); the actual gallery name wins.


value: 6000 Cypress Bowl Road, West Vancouver, BC V7V 3N9

community: West Vancouver

value: Cypress Creek Lodge is the main base lodge at Cypress Mountain resort, perched high above West Vancouver at the end of the steep Cypress Bowl Road climb. The lodge houses the Gold Medal Cafe (light breakfast, coffee and tea) and the Cypress Creek Grill food court, plus the Big Bear Sports retail store and resort guest services. For touring cyclists who have made the demanding ascent to Cypress Mountain, it serves as a natural rest stop with food, shelter, and sweeping views of the North Shore.

value: Cypress Creek Lodge

signal: ski-resort base food court/cafeteria (Cypress); ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: main base lodge at Cypress Mountain resort...demanding ascent to Cypress Mountain...natural rest stop with food, shelter, and sweeping views


value: 2521 North End Road, Salt Spring Island, V8K 1A5

community: Salt Spring Island

value: North End Farm is a small organic farm stand on Salt Spring Island offering fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, bread, pies, and treats, alongside products from other local island producers. It operates on a self-serve honour system — customers pay via cash box or e-transfer — making it a relaxed and characterful stop. For touring cyclists, it's a genuine source of fresh, local food in a community known for its agricultural identity.

value: North End Farm

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 1634 Capilano Road, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3B4

community: North Vancouver

value: SureStay by Best Western is a mid-range hotel on Capilano Road in North Vancouver, situated roughly 22 miles from Vancouver International Airport and 16 miles from downtown Vancouver. It offers standard rooms and suites under the Best Western loyalty umbrella, with complimentary breakfast and free high-speed internet included. Its location near the base of Capilano makes it a convenient base for cyclists exploring the North Shore or using the area as a staging point before or after crossing into Vancouver.

value: SureStay

signal: chain 'surestay'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: SureStay by Best Western


value: 6165 Crowsnest Highway, Hedley, V0X 1K0

community: Hedley

value: Friendly private RV park right off Highway 3 on the Similkameen River, with shaded grassed sites, a sandy beach for swimming and tubing, flush showers, and coin laundry; primarily hook-up-oriented and open April 15 to Thanksgiving.

value: Riverhaven RV Park


value: 1217 Hwy 3A, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N4

community: Keremeos

value: Tree to Me Inn is a rustic-refined organic farm inn on a 40-acre property in the Similkameen Valley near Keremeos, offering five appointed guest suites with mountain and farm views. An on-site bistro and farm market serve organic produce, fresh-baked goods, and cooked meals through the week, making it a genuine stop rather than just a bed. The property sits a short drive from Apex Mountain Resort and is close to BC wine country, hiking, and the nearby lakes and rivers of the region.

value: Tree To Me Inn

detail: On-site bistro serves dinner Tuesday through Saturday until 8pm

detail: On-site market sells organic farm produce, condiments, breads, take-away meals, soups, and locally sourced products

signal: organic farm inn, 5 appointed suites, executive-chef bistro, Similkameen; $200-280

wow_evidence: rustic-refined organic farm inn on a 40-acre property...on-site bistro and farm market


value: 8765 Cariboo Place, V3N 4T2

community: Burnaby

value: A well-maintained urban RV park in Burnaby with an indoor pool, hot tub, and fitness centre, a 10–12 minute walk from SkyTrain and about 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver; tent sites are available but the setting is a paved RV lot and open fires are prohibited by city bylaw.

value: Burnaby Cariboo RV Park and Campground Vancouver


value: 1207 Uncha Lake Road

community: Southbank

value: Keefe's Landing Café and General Store is a combined café and convenience store situated on Uncha Lake Road in BC's remote Central Interior, in the Cariboo-Chilcotin region. Its dual café-and-store format suggests it serves as a rare resupply and rest point for travellers — and potentially touring cyclists — on an otherwise isolated rural road. The lakeside setting and general-store component make it a natural candidate for a cyclist stop in a region with few services.

value: Keefe's Landing Café and General Store

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 10111 Number 3 Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 17m; rack at 37m; rack at 51m; rack at 62m.

community: Richmond

value: SunTea Canada is a BC-based bubble tea chain specializing in fresh-brewed fruit teas and milk teas, with locations across the Lower Mainland and into Alberta. The brand has operated since 2019 and offers a loyalty rewards app and online ordering for in-store pickup. If operational, this Richmond location would sit on a major arterial road convenient to urban cycling routes.

value: SunTea Bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: 13 stores across BC and AB, fresh brewed since 2019


value: 33724 Essendene Ave, Abbotsford, BC V2S 2G9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 37m; rack (3 spaces) at 64m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Amici is a modern Italian wine bar in downtown Abbotsford celebrating the Italian tradition of gathering around food, wine, and conversation. The restaurant operates two concepts under one roof — an osteria-style main room and a Piccolo Pizzeria — with a curated Italian-inspired wine list and a members-only Supper Club launching in 2026. It's a sit-down destination well suited for a post-ride meal or a longer evening stop in the Fraser Valley.

value: Amici Wine Bar Osteria & Enoteca

signal: Italian wine-bar osteria + pizzeria; ~$28-42pp

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: modern Italian wine bar… osteria-style main room and a Piccolo Pizzeria… members-only Supper Club


value: Warm Bay Road, Box 368, Atlin, BC V0W 1A0

community: Atlin

value: Three self-catering log cabins set in a remote, scenic location 12km south of Atlin with views over glaciers, mountains, and lakes. The property also rents canoes and kayaks for exploring the surrounding waterways. Atlin itself is a tiny historic gold rush town at the end of a spur road off the Alaska Highway, making this a true wilderness destination.

value: Glacier View Cabins

signal: Explicit rates: cabins $98/night (cottage $198)

subcategory: B&B / Inn

wow_evidence: website explicitly recommends renting a car in Whitehorse for access


value: 3913 Knight Street, Vancouver BC V5N 3L8

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack at 34m; rack at 54m; rack (7 spaces) at 54m; rack (4 spaces) at 63m; rack at 64m; rack at 76m; rack (8 spaces) at 77m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Silom Thai Cuisine is a Vancouver restaurant inspired by the lively Silom Road dining district of Bangkok, known for its street food and restaurant culture. The restaurant emphasizes authentic Thai cooking using traditional ingredients and recipes rooted in Thailand's culinary heritage. It operates as a full sit-down dining establishment with reservations available, making it a viable stop for cyclists looking for a proper meal on the Knight Street corridor.

value: Silom Thai Cuisine

wow_evidence: inspired by the lively Silom Road dining district of Bangkok...authentic Thai cooking using traditional ingredients