value: 1420 Bay Avenue, Trail, BC V1R 4B1

community: Trail

value: Double Happiness is a beloved family-run restaurant in Trail, BC, owned by Amy and Michael Lam since 1995, specializing in Cantonese and Vietnamese cuisine. It is particularly renowned for its Calgary-style Ginger Beef, a recipe Michael spent decades perfecting, and also offers Pho, Pad Thai, and a rotating buffet with over 30 items. The restaurant has a warm, small-town atmosphere that has made it a Kootenays landmark for over three decades.

value: Double Happiness

detail: Menu explicitly lists 'Deep Fried Spring Rolls (2) (Pork or Vegetarian)' as a labelled vegetarian option

signal: Hot pot/seafood mains $20-22; lunch buffet; casual family-style Chinese/Vietnamese

wow_evidence: Kootenays landmark for over three decades...rotating buffet with over 30 items


source: osm

value: 1685 Yew Street, V6K 3E6

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 21 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Vancouver

value: Lucky Taco

origin: chain

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

band_key: casual

confidence: low

label: Casual

signal: taco spot; ~$14-20pp

source: judgement

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: welcoming


source: enrichment

value: 1331 Main St, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3J7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 23m; rack (3 spaces) at 94m. Total: 11 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: PokeLani is a Hawaiian poke restaurant on Main Street in North Vancouver where customers build customizable bowls from a selection of proteins (tuna, salmon, shrimp, chicken, tofu), bases (white rice, brown rice, noodles, spring mix, kale), and an array of fresh vegetables, sauces, and toppings. The fast-casual format is well-suited to hungry cyclists looking for a fresh, filling meal assembled quickly to order. Online ordering and delivery are also available for those who want to plan ahead.

value: PokeLani

detail: Menu lists tofu as a protein option and includes a dedicated 'Veggie Heaven' signature bowl (tofu, rice, mixed vegetables, citrus soy sauce); spring mix and kale bases also available. GF not explicitly mentioned

origin: osm

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


category: Groceries

community: Merritt

value: Canadian Tire

ownership: Buy Canadian

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: General merchandise

tier: info


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 12m; stands (8 spaces) at 48m. Total: 16 spaces.

value: Connect Express is a café outlet located within BC Children's Hospital in Vancouver, a major pediatric hospital serving patients and families from across BC and Yukon. The hospital's food services page describes the affiliated connectcafé as offering a wide variety of food stations, baked goods, soups, a self-serve salad bar, and grab-and-go options. For touring cyclists passing through the Oakridge/Cambie area, this is a convenient indoor food stop in a large, publicly accessible institution.

value: Connect Express

detail: connectcafé listing states 'Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available'

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: BC Children's Hospital food services... wide variety of food stations, baked goods, soups, self-serve salad bar


value: 1846 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2J9

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 17m; stands (3 spaces) at 57m; stands (3 spaces) at 68m; stands (3 spaces) at 68m; stands (3 spaces) at 94m. Total: 15 spaces.

value: Brazza Gelato & Coffee is an Italian-style cafe on Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver serving authentic European espresso drinks alongside an extensive selection of handcrafted gelato and sorbetto made in-house daily. The menu also includes freshly baked croissants, scones, strudels, and panini and croissant sandwiches, making it a well-rounded stop for cyclists needing a real meal or a sweet treat. The shop sits on a busy pedestrian corridor with public bike racks directly on the Lonsdale Avenue sidewalk out front.

value: Brazza Gelato & Coffee

detail: Website explicitly lists 'Morning Cookie (Vegan)'; dairy-free milk alternatives (almond, soy, coconut, oat) and Chocolate (Coconut Milk) gelato also noted

subcategory: Ice Cream

wow_evidence: Public bike racks available along Lonsdale Avenue sidewalk


value: 5718 Vedder Road

community: Chilliwack

value: McDonald's

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: PO Box 63, Riske Creek, BC V0L 1T0

blurb: Guided jetboat tours through Fraser River canyons; bighorn sheep and ancient petroglyph sites.

category: Attractions

community: Springhouse

value: Cariboo Chilcotin Jetboat Adventures is a locally owned and operated river tour company based out of Williams Lake, offering fully guided jetboat tours on the Fraser River through dramatic canyons and wilderness. Tours highlight the world's largest non-migratory bighorn sheep herd, First Nations cultural sites including 8,000-year-old petroglyphs, gold rush history, and abundant wildlife. The company has operated for over 25 years and holds multiple tourism awards including Cultural Tourism Business of the Year, making it a notable stop for cyclists exploring the Cariboo Chilcotin region.

dwell: day

energy: active

facet_confidence: low

kid_friendly: yes

label: salmon run & bighorn sheep viewing

months: July August September

planning: check-ahead

season: summer

setting: outdoor

theme: wildlife

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: Cariboo Chilcotin Jetboat Adventures

origin: manual

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: 8-hour guided jetboat tour with meals included

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Guided Fraser River jetboat tours: canyon scenery, the world's largest non-migratory bighorn herd, 8,000-year-old petroglyphs — day-shaping.


value: 1150 Terminal Avenue North, Unit 4, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5L6

community: Nanaimo

value: A Subway franchise located on Terminal Avenue North in Nanaimo, offering sandwiches, wraps, salads, and breakfast items. As an independently owned and operated location, it serves both dine-in and takeout customers with fresh-made-to-order options. Touring cyclists passing through Nanaimo will find it a convenient stop for a customizable meal with vegetable-heavy options.

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'

region: Vancouver Island

wow_evidence: A Subway franchise


value: 50 Bastion Square, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands at 62m; stands (6 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Re:Bar Modern Food is a restaurant serving regional cuisine in Victoria's downtown Bastion Square. The central location offers convenience for touring cyclists exploring the city, though website access issues prevented verification of specific amenities and current offerings.

value: Re:Bar Modern Food

signal: modern/regional food; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: downtown Bastion Square


value: 7311 Fiske Street, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z2

community: Summerland

value: Dirty Laundry Winery is a Summerland destination celebrating 20 years of award-winning BC wines, with Gold medals at national and international competitions across multiple varietals. The property features an on-site Red Iron Grille with self-serve patio kiosks offering pizza and smoked meats alongside the tasting bar and wine shop. It sits on the Bottleneck Drive wine route, making it a natural midday stop for cyclists touring the Okanagan's wine country.

value: Dirty Laundry Vineyard

signal: Winery tasting; Red Iron Grille patio kiosks, tier tasting casual

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


value: 1070 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 2C4

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (10 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Chipotle Mexican Grill is a fast-casual chain located near Douglas and Fort Streets in downtown Victoria, offering customizable burritos, bowls, quesadillas, tacos, and salads. The chain emphasizes its 'Food with Integrity' sourcing philosophy, using only 53 real ingredients from farms adhering to humane and sustainable practices. It's a reliable downtown stop for a quick, filling meal with in-store pickup and delivery options.

value: Chipotle

signal: Chipotle fast-casual chain (confirmed); ~$13-17


value: 1696 Robson Street, Vancouver, V6G 1C7

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (4 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Sweet 7 is a global mango drink and fruit tea chain that started in 2006 and has grown to over 1500 stores worldwide, with its Robson Street location serving Vancouver's busy West End. The brand specialises in fresh-fruit beverages brewed with raw ingredients and no artificial flavourings, drawing on Asian drink-shop tradition while catering to Canadian tastes. Robson Street is a high-traffic pedestrian and cycling corridor, making this a convenient stop for riders exploring the seawall or Stanley Park area.

value: Sweet 7

detail: Website describes all beverages made from fresh fruits and pure raw ingredients with no artificial flavourings — inherently vegetarian menu

confidence: medium

signal: mango drink & fruit-tea chain; ~$5-9

wow_evidence: global mango drink and fruit tea chain... grown to over 1500 stores worldwide


value: 23963 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1J1

community: Maple Ridge

value: Bruce's Country Market is a family-owned institution in Maple Ridge operating since 1948, founded by the McEachern family as a local fish market supplying fresh West Coast seafood from their own fishing fleet. Today it has grown into a full-service market featuring an extensive fresh and smoked wild salmon counter, deli and restaurant with house-made soups and hot meals, and a produce section sourcing from local lower mainland farms. The market ships its branded products across North America and remains one of the original 'ocean to you' seafood destinations in the Fraser Valley.

value: Bruce's Country Market

detail: Website states deli and restaurant offers 'soups, crisp salads and a variety of hot meal items to satisfy your breakfast, lunch or dinner cravings'; evening takeout also mentioned

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: family-owned institution in Maple Ridge operating since 1948... one of the original 'ocean to you' seafood destinations in the Fraser Valley


value: 525 BC-97 #900, West Kelowna, BC V1Z 4C9, Canada

community: Westside

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'


community: Vernon

value: Panago

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: chain 'panago'


community: Golden

value: Tim Hortons

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

region: Kootenay Rockies


value: 26426 56 Ave Unit # C, Langley Twp, BC V4W 3Z3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 51m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Queen India Jumbo Pizza is a family-owned restaurant in Langley Township that fuses bold Indian spices with Italian pizza traditions — think Butter Chicken Pizza and Paneer Pizza alongside creamy curries and freshly baked naan. The family has over 25 years in the food industry and makes their dough by hand daily from egg- and dairy-free ingredients. Dine-in, takeout, and delivery are all available, making it a flexible stop for hungry cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley.

value: Queen India Jumbo Pizza

detail: About Us page states 'Halal, Vegetarian, and Vegan Options Available'; no gluten-free mention found


value: 6450 Metral Drive, Nanaimo, V9T 2L8

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

category: Accommodation

value: Best Western Northgate Inn is a mid-scale chain hotel situated at the hub of Vancouver Island in Nanaimo, close to Vancouver Island University and Woodgrove Mall. It offers guests a complimentary continental breakfast each morning alongside free high-speed internet. The property is individually owned and operated under the Best Western brand, making it a consistent, accessible base for cyclists exploring central Vancouver Island.

value: Best Western Northgate Inn

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: chain 'best western'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: Best Western brand, complimentary continental breakfast, free high-speed internet


community: Coquitlam

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


community: Surrey

value: Pizza fast food restaurant in Tsawwassen. A convenient stop for casual dining.

value: Natalinos Pizza

wow_evidence: pizza fast food restaurant in Tsawwassen


value: 2683 East Hastings Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 28m; rack (8 spaces) at 99m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: James on Hastings is a Chinese-Cantonese restaurant on East Hastings Street in Vancouver offering an extensive menu of dim sum, seafood, hot pots, and Cantonese specialty dishes. The restaurant accepts online orders through its website and a dedicated mobile app. Touring cyclists will find a full sit-down dining experience with a broad menu spanning congee, noodles, fried rice, and banquet-style combo dinners.

value: James on Hastings Chinese Restaurant

detail: Menu page lists a dedicated 'VEGGIE' section among the menu categories

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Cantonese seafood, set combos $130-440 (~$30-45pp); ~$30-45pp


value: 2250 Bellis Road, Prince Rupert, British Columbia V8J 2P2, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 7m.

community: Prince Rupert

value: Yaga Cafe Garden Co. is a community-owned cafe and garden centre in Seal Cove, Prince Rupert, operated by the Gitmaxmak'ay Nisga'a Society — a Nisga'a Indigenous non-profit — since 2013 and winner of the 2021 BC Indigenous Community-Owned Business of the Year. The cafe serves coffee, tea, sandwiches, snacks, and fresh salads harvested from onsite hydroponics greenhouses on the same scenic property. The business has operated at this site since 1991 and features a scenic outdoor patio overlooking Seal Cove.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

value: Yaga Cafe

region: Northern British Columbia

wow_evidence: operated by the Gitmaxmak'ay Nisga'a Society — a Nisga'a Indigenous non-profit — winner of the 2021 BC Indigenous Community-Owned Business of the Year


value: 8353 200A St #120, Langley Twp, BC V2Y 5K5, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 22m; rack (3 spaces) at 58m; rack (3 spaces) at 59m; rack at 65m; rack (3 spaces) at 66m; rack (3 spaces) at 69m; rack at 75m; rack (3 spaces) at 83m; rack (3 spaces) at 86m; rack at 88m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Moku Famous Hawaiian Bbq is a Hawaiian-style barbecue restaurant located in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley region of British Columbia. The name 'Moku' references the Hawaiian concept of an island district, suggesting a menu rooted in the smoky, sweet flavours of Hawaiian plate-lunch and BBQ tradition. It is a compact stop for touring cyclists seeking a hearty, flavourful meal after a long ride through the Fraser Valley corridor.

value: Moku Famous Hawaiian Bbq

signal: Hawaiian BBQ plate-lunch; ~$13-16


bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

energy: restorative

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

category: Camping

community: Granisle

source: camping

value: A BC Parks campground on the Fraser River near Quesnel, framed by the namesake red volcanic bluffs; 34 sites with potable water and reservations accepted, but the gate is locked in the off-season so plan a summer visit.

value: Red Bluff Campground

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 626 Baker Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4J4

community: Nelson

value: Valhalla Pure Outfitters Nelson has been serving the outdoor community since 1996 and is part of a BC-wide chain billing itself as 'Canada's Mountain Sports Specialists.' The Nelson location carries gear for backcountry skiing, avalanche safety, split boards, snowshoeing, hiking, and camping, with a focus on tested, quality brands. Touring cyclists passing through Nelson may find general outdoor apparel and gear, though bike-specific services are not confirmed at this location.

value: Valhalla Pure Outfitters

subcategory: Outdoor Gear

wow_evidence: part of a BC-wide chain billing itself as 'Canada's Mountain Sports Specialists'


value: 1154 Gilford St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2P6

community: Vancouver

value: Sylvia's Bar is the cocktail lounge of the historic Sylvia Hotel on English Bay, operating as Vancouver's first cocktail bar since 1954. Situated steps from the English Bay Seawall with ocean views from every seat, it serves food from breakfast through late evening alongside live music several nights a week. The hotel also offers bike rentals, making it a natural anchor stop for cyclists on the seawall route between Stanley Park and Granville Island.

value: Sylvia's Bar

detail: Bar menu labels 'GF' on Cajun Dusted Calamari and Harissa Prawns; 'V' label on Hummaganoush indicates vegetarian option

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: Vancouver's first cocktail bar since 1954… hotel navigation lists 'Bike Rentals'


value: 555 West Hastings Street, V6B 4N6

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (4 spaces) at 50m; stands (9 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (4 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; rack (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 27 spaces.

value: My Toan is a Vietnamese restaurant chain founded by an immigrant entrepreneur who brought traditional Vietnamese cooking from his hometown to Vancouver over 30 years ago. The Harbour Centre location sits in the mall food court at basement level (unit FC-14), offering a broad menu spanning pho, rice and noodle combinations, fresh salad rolls, baguettes, and Vietnamese crepes. The chain operates multiple Metro Vancouver locations and partners with food delivery platforms for online ordering.

value: My Toan Vietnamese Gourmet

detail: Menu lists Vegetarian Tofu Spring Roll, Tofu Salad Roll, Veggie Salad Roll, Tofu Baguette, and Veggie Baguette


value: 413 Railway Ave, Salmo, British Columbia

community: Salmo

value: DRAGONfly Cafe is a beloved breakfast-and-lunch spot in Salmo, BC, known for its specialty Kicking Horse Coffee, homemade baked goods, ice cream, and a rotating display of local artists' photography on the walls. Customer testimonials single it out as an essential stop on any trip into the Kootenays. The menu spans hearty egg dishes, grilled paninis, poutine variations, and Eggs Benedict.

value: The Dragon Fly Café

detail: Menu includes VEG BREAKY PANINI, VEGGIE POUTINE, SPINACH/TOMATO/PESTO Eggs Benedict, MEDITERRANEAN SCRAMBLE, GREEK panini (vegetarian options), and a Gluten Free Waffle. No explicit vegan labelling found

wow_evidence: beloved breakfast-and-lunch spot in Salmo... specialty Kicking Horse Coffee, homemade baked goods... essential stop on any trip into the Kootenays


value: New York Fries


value: 682 Gibsons Way, Gibsons

community: Gibsons

value: Panago


value: 1566 Commercial Drive, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Bar Corso is a modern Italian bar in Vancouver's Little Italy neighbourhood on Commercial Drive, specializing in cicchetti (small Italian tapas), craft cocktails, grappa, and a curated wine selection. Executive Chef Luke Boswell leads a seasonal, ever-changing menu rooted in classic Italian technique and local ingredients, with intimate winemaker dinners rounding out the experience. Walk-ins are welcome, and the convivial late-night atmosphere makes it a natural evening destination for cyclists exploring the Drive.

value: Bar Corso

signal: modern Italian, exec chef, tasting menu/wine dinners; ~$35-55pp


value: 8811 Bridgeport Road, Richmond, V6X 1R9

community: Richmond

value: Hampton Inn Vancouver Airport is a mid-scale Hilton-brand hotel situated in Richmond close to Vancouver International Airport, making it a practical stop for cyclists arriving or departing by air. As part of the Hampton by Hilton chain it offers standardized amenities expected of a full-service airport hotel. Its Bridgeport Road location places it near the Canada Line rapid transit corridor and within the broader Richmond cycling network.

value: Hampton Inn Vancouver Airport

signal: chain 'hampton'

wow_evidence: Hampton by Hilton airport hotel at a confirmed address in Richmond; no cyclist-specific amenities confirmed


value: 123 Gorge Road East, Victoria, BC V9A

value: Hecklers Bar & Grill is a 19-and-over bar, grill, and live comedy club located in Victoria's Gorge neighbourhood. The kitchen focuses on burgers and grill fare, with dine-in specials and full takeout and delivery service available. Its combination of pub food, comedy shows, and a central Victoria location makes it a lively option for adult touring cyclists looking for an evening stop.

value: Hecklers Bar & Grill

signal: cuisine=burger

wow_evidence: bar, grill, and live comedy club... Premises are Strictly Ages 19+ Only


value: #100-176 Wilson St, Victoria, BC V9A 7N6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 23m; rack (5 spaces) at 33m; rack (1 space) at 38m; rack (3 spaces) at 55m; rack (3 spaces) at 82m; rack (8 spaces) at 84m; rack (8 spaces) at 94m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: Victoria Sushi is a Japanese restaurant situated on Wilson Street in the Esquimalt area of greater Victoria, serving sushi and Japanese cuisine. The restaurant supports online ordering, offering touring cyclists a convenient way to have a meal ready on arrival. It is a straightforward sit-down dining stop in a neighbourhood accessible from Victoria's network of urban cycling routes.

value: Victoria Sushi

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


value: 1600 15th Avenue

community: Prince George

value: Quizno's

signal: cuisine=sandwich


value: 319 Queensway Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 8E6

community: Kelowna

value: O'Flannigan's is a New York-style Irish pub situated in the heart of downtown Kelowna, directly behind the historic Royal Anne Hotel on Queensway Avenue. It hosts live bands most weekends alongside comedy nights, karaoke, and open-mic events, with three garage-style doors that open to the street in summer. An attached cold beer and liquor store next door rounds out the offering for visitors looking to extend the evening.

value: O'Flannigan's Pub

signal: amenity=pub


value: 695 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (5 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Blenz Coffee

signal: chain 'blenz'


value: 113 - 1689 Johnston Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 22m; rack (100 spaces) at 83m. Total: 100 spaces.

value: Fraser Valley Juice & Salad has operated from the opening days of Granville Island Public Market and claims to have pioneered the salad roll as a popular takeaway food. The stall is known for freshly squeezed juices, smoothies, rice paper rolls with fillings like smoked wild sockeye or vegetables, and an array of salads — all made on the premises with a focus on health and quality. It sits on the west side of the Public Market building, making it a natural refreshment stop on any Granville Island cycling loop.

value: Fraser Valley Juice

detail: Website menu page states: 'CURBSIDE PICKUP For your convenience, takeout orders can be paid and picked up at the last entrance door westside corner of the Public Market.'

detail: Menu page has a dedicated 'VEGETARIAN Dishes' section including tofu butter masala, steamed vegetables, and stir-fried Asian greens; salad rolls include a vegetarian option


value: 1152 Denman St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2M9

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (6 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (5 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Mediterranean Grill has been serving authentic Mediterranean and Persian cuisine in Vancouver's West End since 1999, making it one of the longest-running restaurants in the neighbourhood. The menu spans kabobs, shawarma, Persian stews (including Ghormeh Sabzi and Gheymeh), falafel, dolmades, and more, with both meat and vegetarian options. The Denman Street location near Stanley Park makes it a convenient stop for cyclists coming off the seawall, with both indoor and outdoor seating available.

value: Mediterranean Grill

detail: Menu confirms multiple vegetarian dishes including Falafel Plate, Veggie Sampler Plate, Eggplant Dip, Shirazi Salad, Dolmades, and Spinach Pie Plate

signal: amenity=cafe


community: Chilliwack

value: Pizza Hut

signal: chain 'pizza hut'


value: 14351 104 Avenue, Surrey

value: Hen Long Market is a Surrey institution operating since 1984, specializing in Southeast Asian groceries directly imported from Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, and Hawaii. Beyond retail, it serves as a wholesaler to local businesses and chain supermarkets across Western Canada, reflecting its deep roots in the regional food supply chain. The market anchors a multi-floor plaza with allied health offices and other services on upper levels.

value: Hen Long Market

wow_evidence: Surrey institution operating since 1984 ... wholesaler to local businesses and chain supermarkets across Western Canada


community: Skidegate

value: Co-op Skidegate Food Store is a member-owned grocery co-operative in Skidegate on Haida Gwaii, part of the Haida Gwaii Co-op network that also serves Masset. In this remote island community, it serves as one of the primary food resupply points for cyclists exploring the archipelago. No membership is required to shop — anyone can walk in as a regular customer.

value: Co-op Skidegate Food Store


value: 3941 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 20 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 5m; stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (3 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (6 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; rack at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; safe_loops (7 spaces, covered) at 78m; rack (4 spaces) at 79m; safe_loops (7 spaces, covered) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m. Total: 55 spaces.

value: Lila Restaurant is a contemporary Indian dining room on Vancouver's Main Street, led by Chef Meeru Dhalwala with a strong commitment to sustainability and locally sourced BC ingredients. The menu spans vegan and gluten-free-friendly dishes alongside BC seafood, pasture-raised meats, and a hidden garden patio. Touring cyclists will find a genuine sit-down meal with broad dietary accommodation and online order-ahead for takeout.

value: Lila Restaurant

detail: Dinner menu labels multiple dishes with (Ve) for vegan and (GF) for gluten-free, including jackfruit curry, pakoras, chickpea and zucchini cakes, and spiced beets. Vegan naan option also noted

label: Fine dining

signal: Prix-fixe tasting menu $75/person, Chef Meeru Dhalwala, mains $20–36


value: 203 Southeast Marine Drive

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: HiFive Chicken 24 is a quick-service restaurant specializing in chicken, located in Vancouver. As a casual eatery with takeaway options, it provides convenient meal service for touring cyclists.

value: HiFive Chicken 24


value: 4300 Maw Road, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B2

blurb: Craft cidery and farm kitchen in a restored heritage barn near Armstrong.

community: Armstrong

value: Farmstrong Cider Company is a family-run craft cidery and farm restaurant operating out of a restored heritage barn on a century-old farm in Armstrong, BC's Okanagan Valley. Small-batch ciders are made on-site from locally sourced fruit, with guided cellar tours and tasting flights available. Touring cyclists can stop for a full lunch or dinner menu featuring wood-fired pizza, with outdoor seating and a dog-friendly patio.

dwell: short

energy: neutral

kid_friendly: neutral

planning: walk-up

season: all

setting: mixed

theme: art-culture

value: Farmstrong Cider Company

detail: Full lunch and dinner menu including wood-fired pizza; vegan and gluten-free options available. Kitchen takes last orders 30 minutes before closing

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: cidery tasting room, walk-in free entry (tastings small fee)

wow_evidence: Craft cidery and farm restaurant in a restored heritage barn, cellar tours and tastings — farm-market-band pleasure for riders.


value: 6339 200 St, Langley, BC V2Y 1A2

value: Day to Day Grocery & Produce is a large South Asian wholesale cash-and-carry grocery chain with multiple BC locations, including this Langley branch near Willowbrook Mall. The store stocks over 5,000 products under one roof, specialising in South Asian staples such as premium basmati rice, exotic spices, Ayurvedic herbs, and fresh produce sourced from India and elsewhere. A touring cyclist looking to restock on a wide variety of groceries, fruits, and pantry items would find this one of the larger options in the Langley area.

value: Day To Day Grocery & Produce


value: 3725 Boucherie Rd, West Kelowna, BC V4T 0A8

community: West Kelowna

value: Frind Estate Winery is a large beachfront estate winery on the shores of Okanagan Lake in West Kelowna, self-described as the most-visited winery in Canada with over 10,000 guests weekly. The estate spans 400+ acres of vineyards across the Okanagan Valley, including the largest contiguous vineyard in BC. Touring cyclists can stop for lakeside wine tastings, casual meals at the Takeout Hut with picnic tables, or a full sit-down meal at the patio restaurant with lake views.

value: Frind Estate Winery

signal: Large beachfront estate winery tasting (high visitation)

wow_evidence: largest contiguous vineyard in BC; beachfront estate with Takeout Hut and picnic tables


value: 361 Ridge Drive, Clearwater, BC V0E1N2

community: Clearwater

value: The Painted Turtle Restaurant is a seasonal full-service restaurant set within Dutch Lake Resort & RV Park in Clearwater, BC, about 1 km off the Yellowhead Highway near the gateway to Wells Gray Provincial Park. It holds the distinction of being the only open-air lakeside patio in Clearwater, with views directly over Dutch Lake — a memorable setting for cyclists travelling the Yellowhead corridor between Edmonton and Vancouver. The menu draws on local and regional ingredients, running from hearty breakfasts through dinner mains including fresh BC salmon and baby back ribs.

value: Painted Turtle

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian options including Veggie Benny, Veggie Chili Hash, Veggie Burger, Veggie Quesadilla, Spanakopita, and Southwest Black Bean Chili

signal: lakeside resort restaurant, burgers/steaks/salmon; ~$18-28pp


value: 570 Newman Road, Quesnel, V2J 6Z8

community: Quesnel

value: Canadian Tire


value: 20468 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge

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

community: Maple Ridge

value: KFC

signal: KFC chain (confirmed); ~$10-15


community: Squamish

value: Pizza Hut


value: 19A 2nd Avenue North, V2G 1Z3

community: Williams Lake

value: Vietnamese pho restaurant in Williams Lake. A casual dining option for touring cyclists looking for a warm meal break.

value: LVY Vietnamese Pho


value: 134 Tripp Rd, Salt Spring Island, BC

community: Vesuvius

value: Duck Creek Farm is a 13-acre family farm on Salt Spring Island that has operated since 1990, growing over 30 varieties of fruits and vegetables using organic, no-till, and non-chemical permaculture practices. The farm sells directly to cyclists and visitors via an on-farm farmstand, a seasonal on-farm Friday market, and the Tuesday market at Centennial Park in town. The property also stewards a salmon enhancement creek, and on any given visit you may encounter eagles, turtles, or beavers alongside the market garden.

value: Duck Creek Farm

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 250 Old Hope-Princeton Way

community: Hope

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 111 Oriole Road, Unit 11, Kamloops, BC

community: Kamloops

value: Papa Murphy's is a take-and-bake pizza franchise that assembles fresh, hand-made pizzas to order for customers to cook at home, or bakes them in-store on request. It has operated in Canada since 2006 and is part of the largest Take 'N' Bake pizza brand in North America. For a touring cyclist, it offers a quick stop to pick up a ready-to-bake meal, with a broad menu including gluten-free, plant-based, and crustless options.

value: Papa Murphy's

detail: Website explicitly lists vegetarian pizzas (Garden Veggie, Veggie Delite, Gourmet Veggie), plant-based toppings (Beyond Meat, Field Roast), dairy-free cheese for vegan builds, and a gluten-free crust option for medium pizzas


value: 45781 Hocking Avenue, Chilliwack, V2P 1B5

value: The Greek Islands Chilliwack (GI 2) is an award-winning, family-owned Greek restaurant at the corner of Hocking Avenue and Yale Road, one of three Fraser Valley locations operated by the Sahamis family who emigrated from Sparta, Greece, and opened their first restaurant in Abbotsford in 1982. The Chilliwack location offers full dine-in service as well as takeout via in-house ordering and SkipTheDishes. A sit-down meal of Greek and international cuisine makes it a substantial refuelling option for cyclists passing through Chilliwack.

value: The Greek Islands Restaurant

signal: family Greek, souvlaki/gyros; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: award-winning, family-owned Greek restaurant ... one of three Fraser Valley locations ... first restaurant in Abbotsford in 1982


value: 10257 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3T 2W6

community: Surrey

value: Grandt Kitchen is an authentic Filipino restaurant in Surrey, BC, serving traditional dishes like pork sisig, halo-halo, dinuguan, and squid BBQ using time-honored recipes passed down through generations. Located on King George Boulevard, it offers both dine-in and online ordering for pickup or delivery, and has its own mobile app.

value: Grandt Kitchen

signal: Filipino comfort food; ~$14-20pp


value: 130-125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver, BC V7L 0G5

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

community: North Vancouver

value: Seaside Hotel is a boutique waterfront property on the North Vancouver shoreline, operated under the Executive Hotels & Resorts group, with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Vancouver skyline from signature rooms featuring natural Pacific Northwest-inspired design. The hotel includes an on-site Italian restaurant (Provisions Italiana) and a third-floor spa with floor-to-ceiling ocean views. Located steps from the Lonsdale Quay SeaBus terminal, it offers straightforward transit access to both North Shore outdoor recreation and downtown Vancouver.

value: Seaside Hotel

detail: On-site restaurant Provisions Italiana serves Italian cuisine; described as 'some of the most delectable cuisine on the west coast' in a lounge setting

signal: Executive Hotels boutique waterfront property, North Van; $250-350


value: 262 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, BC

value: Kelly O'Bryan's is a lively neighborhood restaurant and pub occupying three distinct spaces in downtown Kelowna: the Kelly O'Bryan's Restaurant, the Carlos O'Bryan's Pub, and a rooftop patio called the Rooftop Paddy 'O. The location sits close to Okanagan Lake in the heart of the downtown core, making it a convenient stop on any waterfront ride. Part of a BC-wide chain, the Kelowna outpost runs a full calendar of evening events including karaoke nights, DJ shows, and themed drink specials.

value: Kelly O'Bryan's Neighborhood Restaurant

wow_evidence: Part of a BC-wide chain


value: 5600 Unsworth Road, Chilliwack, BC V2R 5L1

value: Unsworth Market is a convenience store situated in Chilliwack, BC. With the 'Market' name and a shop=convenience classification, it represents a neighbourhood resupply option for touring cyclists moving through the Fraser Valley corridor. Very little public detail is available about the store's specific layout or offerings.

value: Unsworth Market

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 101-5800 Turner Road, V9T 6J4

community: Nanaimo

value: Quality Foods is a full-service BC-based supermarket chain with a Nanaimo location on Turner Road offering a comprehensive range of groceries including fresh produce, bakery, deli and ready-made meals, and household supplies. The store stocks Canadian products alongside international selections and operates an online ordering platform for the local community. Touring cyclists resupplying in Nanaimo will find a wide variety of food and pantry staples here.

value: Quality Foods

wow_evidence: BC-based supermarket chain


value: 780 Kilmalu Road, Mill Bay BC V8H 1E2

washroom_type: flush

community: Mill Bay

value: Family-run campground on open grassy fields amid South Cowichan Valley farmland, with coin showers, laundry, and a direct trail to Mill Bay Nature Park beach; primarily a basecamp for exploring southern Vancouver Island's wineries, trails, and towns rather than a scenic destination in itself.

value: Beehive RV Park & Campground

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 1950 Triumph St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1K5, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 11m.

community: Vancouver

value: A tasting room and beer store for Parallel 49 Brewing, offering a place for cyclists to sample and purchase locally produced beer in North Vancouver. As a brewery tasting room, it provides a social stop with beverages and retail shopping.

value: Parallel 49 Tasting Room & Beer Store

signal: amenity=bar


value: 2355 Mansfield Dr., Courtenay, BC

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

community: Courtenay

value: The Whistle Stop Neighbourhood Pub is a full-service neighbourhood pub in Courtenay on Vancouver Island, offering daily food specials, a broad pub menu running from Sunday brunch through evening entrées, and live music every Friday and Saturday night. A standout feature is their Stonegrill® dining concept, where food is cooked tableside on a superheated volcanic stone. The pub also operates an in-house Beer & Wine Store that prices spirits and beer at or below government liquor store rates.

value: The Whistle Stop Neighbourhood Pub

detail: Regular menu items appear available for takeout; however the website explicitly states daily specials are 'dine in only — no wrap ups, take-outs or to-go.'


value: 8180 Number 2 Road, Unit 182, Richmond, BC V7C 5K1

community: Richmond

value: Sushi Han is a Japanese restaurant tucked into Blundell Centre in Richmond, offering an extensive menu that spans aburi oshi, sashimi, nigiri, specialty rolls, ramen, robata BBQ, and bento boxes. The breadth of the menu — from casual rolls to full donburi and hot dishes — makes it a satisfying option for touring cyclists wanting a substantial sit-down or takeout Japanese meal in south Richmond.

value: Sushi Han

signal: sushi, aburi/robata/bento; ~$15-25pp


value: 122 Hereford Avenue, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia V8K 2T4, Canada

community: Ganges

value: Switchboard Cafe occupies a 1940s telephone exchange building in the heart of Ganges on Salt Spring Island, repurposed from connecting people by phone to connecting them over specialty coffee. The cafe serves direct-trade, sustainably sourced coffee alongside in-house baked goods and breakfast-and-lunch bites, all with vegan and gluten-free options, plus a retail shelf stocked with bulk beans and hard-to-find organic products. A genuine community hub, it also features rotating local artists' work on its walls and runs active composting and reusable-container programs.

value: Switchboard cafe

detail: Website explicitly states 'plant-based and GF options' (front page and about), and menu page confirms 'vegan and gluten free options' across baked goods and meals

wow_evidence: 1940s telephone exchange building ... direct-trade, sustainably sourced coffee ... genuine community hub


value: 19705 Fraser Highway, City of Langley/Township of Langley Border

value: Manchu Wok


value: 479 Bowen Island Trunk Road, Bowen Island

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 22m; rack (3 spaces) at 40m; rack (4 spaces) at 59m. Total: 11 spaces.

community: Bowen Island

value: A family-owned community institution for over 35 years, the Bowen Island Pub sits at the Four Corners intersection just 300 metres up the hill from the Snug Cove ferry terminal — making it a natural first or last stop for cyclists riding on Bowen Island. The pub offers a broad menu spanning pub classics, sushi, pizza, and a kids menu, along with a full cocktail and BC craft beer list. Live music events and a sun-drenched patio add to the appeal for anyone settling in after a day on the island's roads.

value: Bowen Island Pub

detail: Takeout menu explicitly notes 'Vegetarian and/or vegan option (foods may come into contact with non-vegan ingredients) | gluten free or can be made gluten free' across multiple menu items

wow_evidence: family-owned community institution for over 35 years... 300 metres up the hill from the Snug Cove ferry terminal


value: 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 44m; stands (6 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (1 space) at 92m. Total: 23 spaces.

value: 1931 Gallery Bistro is a contemporary dining destination situated inside the iconic Vancouver Art Gallery, named to honour the gallery's founding year of 1931. The bistro features a recently renovated 120-seat licensed outdoor patio overlooking Robson Square, alongside a vibrant interior dining room serving West Coast fusion cuisine and cocktails. Located at 750 Hornby Street in the heart of downtown Vancouver, it offers both walk-in and reservation seating as well as takeout and delivery.

value: 1931 Gallery Bistro

detail: Not explicitly

signal: art-gallery bistro, patio ($40 corkage); ~$20-32pp

wow_evidence: situated inside the iconic Vancouver Art Gallery... outdoor patio overlooking Robson Square


value: 2060 Sumas Way, V2S 2C7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: wall_loops (8 spaces) at 50m; rack (4 spaces) at 51m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Boston Pizza

signal: chain 'boston pizza'


value: 833 Granville Street, Vancouver, V6B 2C9

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (1 space) at 88m; stands (12 spaces) at 96m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Jollibee is a Philippine-origin fast food chain known for its Chickenjoy fried chicken, Jolly Spaghetti, and burgers, now with a location on Vancouver's busy Granville Street corridor. It offers indoor seating and takeaway, making it a quick calorie stop for cyclists passing through the downtown core. The chain is notable for its Filipino comfort-food menu, which sets it apart from typical North American fast food options.

value: Jollibee

wow_evidence: Philippine-origin fast food chain


value: 10931 Barnston View Road, Unit 102, Pitt Meadows, BC

bike_parking_detail: 20 racks within 100m: bollard (1 space) at 15m; bollard (1 space) at 17m; bollard (1 space) at 18m; bollard (1 space) at 18m; bollard (1 space) at 22m; bollard (1 space) at 23m; bollard (1 space) at 26m; bollard (1 space) at 26m; bollard (1 space) at 28m; bollard (1 space) at 28m; bollard (1 space) at 30m; bollard (1 space) at 32m; bollard (1 space) at 33m; bollard (1 space) at 35m; bollard (1 space) at 38m; bollard (1 space) at 41m; bollard (1 space) at 63m; bollard (1 space) at 67m; bollard (1 space) at 84m; bollard (1 space) at 86m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Pitt Meadows

value: A Korean fried chicken fast-food restaurant offering online orders and takeout in a Pitt Meadows shopping center. Convenient quick meal option for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: KrunChicken


value: 2072 Collison Avenue, V0T 1M0

community: Masset

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 1565 56 Street

community: Delta


community: Vernon

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


community: Westbank

value: Mucho Burrito

signal: chain 'mucho burrito'


value: Unit 102-1581 Hillside Avenue, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 15m.

community: Victoria

value: A McDonald's fast-food restaurant located in a unit at 1581 Hillside Avenue in Victoria, offering burger-focused fare. The location features a drive-through as well as curbside and delivery options, making it a convenient stop for a quick meal. As a high-volume chain location in an urban Victoria neighbourhood, it serves as a reliable resupply point for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 8701 - 120th Street Delta, BC, V4C 6R4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 80m.

value: Saravanaa Bhavan is a globally established South Indian vegetarian restaurant chain founded in 1981, now operating across 25 countries with over 80 outlets worldwide. The Delta, BC location offers dine-in, takeout, buffet, and catering services specializing in South Indian classics such as dosas, idly, vadas, and rice dishes. The entirely vegetarian menu makes it a standout option for plant-based touring cyclists passing through the Surrey/Delta area.

value: Saravanaa Bhavan

detail: Website repeatedly describes the business as a 'chain of Indian vegetarian restaurants' offering 'AUTHENTIC INDIAN VEGETARIAN Cuisine' — entirely vegetarian menu


value: 415 9th Avenue North

community: Golden

value: Golden Bakery & Deli is a family-owned institution in Golden, BC, founded in 1970 by Joe and Evelyn Dusevic and still operated by the Dusevic family over 55 years later. The bakery produces a broad range of house-made breads — sourdough, multigrain, rye, and gluten-free — alongside baked goods with vegan and GF options and specialty coffee using Kicking Horse beans. For a touring cyclist rolling through the Columbia Valley, it offers a genuine local stop for fresh carbs and a quality coffee.

value: Golden Bakery & Deli

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: Vino Volo


value: 1213 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2K6

value: Sakura Sushi & Grocery is a beloved Victoria institution that opened in 1997 and has grown into one of the city's most popular Japanese takeout destinations, offering handmade sushi rolls, hot kitchen dishes like udon, donburi, curry, and bento, as well as Japanese grocery items. The business is now owned by chef Morgan Onda, who brings over 40 years of culinary experience including travels through Japan. It operates takeout-only from its compact downtown location beside the market on Quadra Street.

value: Sakura Sushi & Grocery

detail: Website front page: 'for the best Japanese Take Away and Grocery Items in Downtown Victoria.' About page: 'one of the most popular Take-outs in Victoria.' In-dining closed since COVID

signal: sushi & grocery takeout; ~$14-22pp

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: opened in 1997... one of the city's most popular Take-outs in Victoria... chef Morgan Onda... over 40 years of culinary experience


value: 33211 North Railway Avenue, Mission, BC V2V 1E4

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; rack (7 spaces) at 56m. Total: 11 spaces.

community: Mission

value: HUB Co. Brewing is a craft brewery with an expansive tasting room situated on the historic North Railway Avenue in downtown Mission, BC. The venue pours its own house-brewed beers alongside a food menu, and regularly hosts community events including trivia nights, gaming evenings, and creative workshops. Cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley corridor will find it a lively local gathering spot with a distinctly neighbourhood feel.

value: HUB Co. Brewing

signal: cuisine=burger


value: 4140 Number 3 Road Unit 120, Richmond, BC V6X 2C2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: wall_loops at 23m; hoop (covered) at 93m; hoop (6 spaces) at 96m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Dragon Bowl is a fast-casual Chinese restaurant chain with a Richmond outpost on No. 3 Road near Richmond Centre, serving customizable rice bowls, noodle bowls, protein-packed salads, and bubble tea made with natural ingredients. The location sits steps from Richmond-Brighouse SkyTrain and nearby shopping, making it a convenient refuelling stop for cyclists passing through central Richmond. The chain also offers corporate catering and a personalized meal-prep service for those planning ahead.

value: Dragon Bowl

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 253 Beecroft River Road, Cawston, BC

community: Cawston

value: Launched in 2023, Sharpe Distillery is a family-owned craft distillery in Cawston honouring three generations of the Sharpe family's roots in the Similkameen Valley. The distillery produces whisky, botanical gin, vodka, and pisqu using water drawn from the nearby Similkameen River, with a tasting room open seasonally on select weekends and by appointment. Situated on the unceded territory of the Syilx, Nlaka'pamux, and Secwépemc Peoples, it offers touring cyclists a genuine taste of place on the Similkameen corridor.

value: Sharpe Distillery

signal: craft distillery, tasting room; ~$15-25 visit


value: 4477 Highway 16, New Hazelton, BC V0J 2J0

community: New Hazelton

value: Skeena Bakery is an artisan bakery and coffee shop in New Hazelton, operated by the not-for-profit Skeena Supported Employment Society, which provides supported employment and training for people with disabilities in the Hazeltons. The bakery turns out an extensive range of handmade breads — sourdough, dark rye, spelt, and more — using organic ingredients, alongside sweet treats and savouries served with locally roasted Mercedes Beans coffee in its shop-front cafe. It supplies both retail customers and wholesale accounts across northwest BC, making it a genuine community anchor on the Highway 16 corridor.

value: Skeena Bakery

detail: Shop-front cafe serves locally roasted Mercedes Beans coffee; savouries and sweet treats also offered in the cafe


value: 1 Dallas Rd, Victoria, BC V8V 0B2

value: Jackson's Ice Cream is an ice cream shop in Victoria, BC, tagged in OSM with a 'floating' attribute that suggests it may occupy a floating structure such as a dock or wharf building — an unusual and potentially scenic stop. It is a two-storey building, indicating more than a simple kiosk. Touring cyclists passing through Victoria may find it a worthwhile refreshment destination.

value: Jackson's Ice Cream Float

wow_evidence: floating: yes tag — may occupy a floating structure such as a dock or wharf building


value: 1213 Princess Royal Avenue

community: Nanaimo

value: McDonald's


value: 1730 Trans-Canada Highway, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0

community: Revelstoke

value: A 6-level Marriott-branded hotel on the Trans-Canada Highway in Revelstoke. Provides standard hotel accommodation for touring cyclists passing through this mountain community.

value: Fairfield Inn & Suites

signal: chain 'fairfield'


value: 1956 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 6m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; rack (5 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (3 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (6 spaces) at 94m. Total: 34 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Doner Kebab is a fast-food spot on West 4th Avenue in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood, a popular cycling corridor connecting downtown to UBC. It serves doner kebab, a Turkish-style dish of seasoned rotisserie meat sliced into flatbread or wraps — a filling, portable option for cyclists passing through. The business was field-verified in OSM as recently as August 2024.

value: Döner Kebab


value: 19345 Southern Yellowhead Highway

character: destination

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: Albreda

value: Family-run lodge and campground 20 km from Valemount, set on 40 acres with Albreda Glacier views and Camp Creek flowing through the property; primarily lodge and RV-focused with year-round operation, tent-specific amenities and pricing not detailed on the site.

value: Summit River Lodge & Campsites


value: 2025 Sanders Road, Nanoose Bay

community: Nanoose Bay

value: Art and Sould Bed & Breakfast is a guest house situated in Nanoose Bay on Vancouver Island, a scenic stretch of BC's cycling coast between Parksville and Nanaimo. As a B&B it would typically offer overnight accommodation with breakfast included, making it a potential rest stop for cyclists touring the Island. Website content was unavailable at time of review, so specific offerings could not be confirmed.

value: Art and Sould Bed & Breakfast

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: 480 Stuart Drive West

community: Fort St James

value: Save On Foods


value: 562 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, V5L 4E2

value: Bosa Foods is a Vancouver institution with over 60 years of experience importing and distributing specialty Italian and Mediterranean foods, carrying more than 7,000 SKUs across categories like olive oils, cured meats, cheeses, pastas, olives, and preserved vegetables. The Victoria Drive retail location is one of two Vancouver stores and stocks hard-to-find imported ingredients alongside a full deli. An in-store café serves homemade panini and espresso, offering a satisfying resupply stop for cyclists exploring East Vancouver.

value: Bosa Foods

detail: Website states 'have a delicious homemade panini and espresso in our cafe' — café on premises serving prepared food

wow_evidence: Vancouver institution with over 60 years of experience... more than 7,000 SKUs


value: Elk Pass, East Kootenay A, BC V0B 1H0, Canada

community: Fording

value: Elk Lakes Cabin is a backcountry wilderness hut operated by the Alpine Club of Canada, situated in the Kootenays region of British Columbia near Elk Lakes Provincial Park. It offers mattresses and requires advance reservation, serving as a remote overnight refuge for mountain travellers. Touring cyclists venturing into this high-alpine area would find a staffed-organization-managed hut with basic sleeping infrastructure in a spectacular wilderness setting.

value: Elk Lakes Cabin

label: Rock-bottom

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: Alpine Club of Canada wilderness hut ... mattresses and requires advance reservation


bike_access: rough

community: Canal Flats

value: A high-elevation Kootenay Rocky Mountain park reached by 25 km of gravel forest service road shared with active mine ore and logging trucks; natural hot springs, two mountain lakes, and moose sightings reward the rough approach.

value: White River Campground


value: 7670 Vedder Rd #105, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4G9, Canada

community: Chilliwack

value: Donair Cafe is a fast-food spot in Sardis, Chilliwack, specializing in donairs — a Maritime-style spiced beef dish served in flatbread that is popular across Western Canada. Located in the Fraser Valley, it sits along cycling routes connecting Chilliwack's communities. As a quick-service eatery, it would offer a calorie-dense, inexpensive stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Donair acafe


value: 9608 Knouff Lake Road, Heffley Creek, British Columbia V0E 1Z1, Canada

community: Cahilty

value: Knouff Lake Wilderness Resort was established in 1904 and is one of the oldest four-season resorts in BC, situated near Kamloops and Sun Peaks. The resort offers rustic log cabins with wood-burning cook stoves, RV and tent camping, and lake-based activities including fishing and paddling. Access is via 14.6 km of dirt road with a gated entry, and there is no cell service on site.

value: Knouff Lake Wilderness Resort

detail: Available at the Lodge only with limited data; no cell service on site so guests are advised to enable Wi-Fi calling before arrival

signal: Rustic cabins, basic RV/tent camping, no luxury signals shown


value: #102 2201 Holdom Ave, Burnaby, BC V5B 0A2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 27m; rack at 44m; rack at 49m.

community: Burnaby

value: Sushimoto is a Japanese sushi restaurant operating since at least 2010 in a retail complex on Holdom Avenue in Burnaby. The restaurant occupies a unit within a shared commercial building alongside Starbucks, Subway, and a chiropractic clinic, with access to a gated parking lot behind the building. It offers both dine-in and online ordering for cyclists looking for a sit-down Japanese meal stop.

value: Sushimoto

signal: Casual sushi restaurant, sit-down, no menu prices visible on pages provided


value: 555 West Hastings Street, V6B 4N6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (9 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (4 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; rack (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (4 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Thaï Express


value: 238 Wesley Street, Nanaimo, V9R 2T6

value: Delicado's is a lively southwestern-style cafe and deli in downtown Nanaimo, serving freshly made wraps, burritos, enchiladas, homemade soups, and colourful salads prepared on-site daily. An in-house mini-market stocks specialty items like artisan hot sauces, fresh salsas, and hummus — handy for cyclists looking to resupply beyond just a meal. It is part of a small BC franchise with multiple Vancouver Island locations, giving the downtown Nanaimo outlet a well-practised kitchen and a wide, customisable menu.

value: Delicado's

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian options: Veggie roll-up (avocado, beans, tomato), Falafel roll-up, Garden Medley whole-wheat wrap, and Veggie Thai spicy wrap

signal: All mains $7–$13; deli format; explicitly 'reasonably priced'


value: 1302 Voght Street, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8

price_band: premium

community: Merritt

value: Municipal RV park on the banks of the Coldwater River in Merritt, open April through October with full hookups and heated showers; cyclists can use the single non-serviced site at $33/night, with a five-minute walk to downtown restaurants and shops.

value: Claybanks RV Park

wow_evidence: heated showers... food/restaurants within a 5-minute walk of downtown Merritt


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

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 6703 West Coast Road, Unit 2, Sooke, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 40m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Sooke

value: Pizzability is a 100% Vancouver Island-owned pizza restaurant on West Coast Road in Sooke, making dough in-house daily and small-batch sauces from scratch with premium toppings. The menu spans classic 90s-style pies, Egyptian-inspired Baladi thin-crust options, house specials, pasta, wings, and salads, with both delivery and in-store pickup available. Located at a natural resupply point along the West Coast Road corridor, it offers a solid hot-meal stop for cyclists heading toward the Juan de Fuca Trail area.

value: Pizzability

detail: Pizza menu lists a dedicated 'Vegetarian' pizza (mushroom, tomatoes, green peppers, black olives, onions, pineapple). No vegan or GF options mentioned

wow_evidence: 100% Vancouver Island-owned pizza restaurant... making dough in-house daily and small-batch sauces from scratch


value: 400 Duke Point Hwy, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1H6

value: Coyote's Coffee is mapped as a café in Nanaimo, though the associated website belongs to a distinct Parksville business — Coyote Coffee Roastery — which operates as a small-batch specialty roaster sourcing beans from 15–20 countries via direct-trade and certified ethical channels. The roastery sells whole-bean coffee online and through a physical Parksville location, with in-store pickup available. Independent ground-truth verification of the Nanaimo node is needed before this listing can be accurately described.

value: Coyote's Coffee

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 2343 Beacon Avenue, V8L1W9

community: Sidney

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 32780 South Fraser Way, V2T 4M5

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 26m; bollard (4 spaces) at 46m; bollard (3 spaces) at 77m; rack at 80m; rack (3 spaces) at 82m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Abbotsford


value: 2711 192 Street, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: Pizza Hut

signal: chain 'pizza hut'


community: Valleyview


value: 4198 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P7

bike_parking_detail: 24 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; rack (5 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; rack (5 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 54 spaces.

value: Blenz Coffee is a BC-based specialty coffee chain with dozens of locations across the province. This Main Street location sits on one of Vancouver's busiest cycling corridors near East 26th, offering espresso drinks, nitro coffee, whole-leaf teas, and a food menu that includes sandwiches, wraps, and baked goods. Cyclists passing through the Main Street bike route will find it a practical stop for hot or cold drinks and grab-and-go food.

value: Blenz Coffee

signal: chain 'blenz'


label: orca season

months: July August September October

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Rock Bay

value: A free, open recreation site right on Johnstone Strait with broad views of the ocean and Thurlow Islands, renowned as a shore-based orca and cruise-ship watching spot; reached via gravel road with no confirmed water or facilities.

value: Little Bear Bay Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site


label: warm lake swimming

months: July August

community: Moyie

value: A tiny 2-site rec site on a warm lake south of Cranbrook, accessed via Lamb Creek FSR; described primarily as a day-use swimming spot with no confirmed overnight amenities.

value: Mineral Lake Recreation Site


community: Dawson Creek

value: Canadian Tire

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 6094 Fraser Street, Vancouver, BC V5W 2Z7

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 22m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 35m; rack (4 spaces) at 37m; rack (4 spaces) at 40m; rack (3 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (3 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (3 spaces) at 94m; rack (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 38 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Pampanga's Cuisine is a Filipino family-owned restaurant that expanded to its Fraser Street location in 2022, following the success of its original Joyce Street spot. It specializes in authentic Kapampangan dishes served turo-turo style — pre-cooked dishes displayed buffet-style in food warmers — alongside all-day breakfast silogs, classic Filipino desserts, and Goldilocks bakery products. The restaurant also offers full catering services for events of all sizes.

value: Pampanga's Cuisine

signal: Turo-turo buffet, silogs, carinderia-style—affordable Filipino casual dining

wow_evidence: Filipino family-owned restaurant … turo-turo style … expanded to its Fraser Street location in 2022


value: 603 8th Ave N, Golden, British Columbia, V0A 1H0

community: Golden

value: Mary's Motel is a family-run motel situated in the heart of downtown Golden, surrounded by three mountain ranges in the Canadian Rockies. It offers several room types — from basic Queen Suites to a Honeymoon Suite with a jacuzzi — along with an indoor pool and sauna. The motel is within walking distance of Golden's shops, bars, and restaurants, and 12 km from Kicking Horse Mountain Resort.

value: Mary's Motel

detail: About page states guests are 'within walking distance of the local shops, bars and restaurants' in Golden's downtown

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: family-run motel... indoor pool and sauna


blurb: Historic Finnish stilt-house village on the Fraser's tidal edge.

community: Richmond

value: Finn Slough is a tidal heritage community on the Fraser River in Richmond, BC, managed by the Finn Slough Heritage & Wetland Society. It is tagged as a tourism attraction in OpenStreetMap, suggesting it is a publicly accessible site of cultural or natural interest. Cyclists riding the Richmond dyke trail network may find it a worthwhile stop along the river.

theme: nature

value: Finn Slough (Tidal Community)

signal: tidal heritage community viewable from dyke trail, free

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Tidal stilt-house village of Finnish fisher families on the South Dyke ride — beloved, photogenic, genuinely distinctive.


value: 988 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L2

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (8 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (5 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 27 spaces.

value: Hungry Guys Kitchen is a downtown Vancouver fast food restaurant with two Granville Street locations, serving hand-crafted gourmet burgers, fries, shakes, salads, and build-your-own bowls made from locally sourced, fresh ingredients. Founded by entrepreneur Aldo Velaj, the concept emphasizes allergen-friendly customization and sustainable sourcing. The 988 Granville location has indoor seating and is wheelchair accessible, making it a comfortable urban refuelling stop for cyclists.

value: Hungry Guys Kitchen

detail: Menu offers tofu as a protein substitute across all build-your-own items, salads, and bowls, with multiple fully plant-based combinations available

wow_evidence: hand-crafted gourmet burgers... locally sourced, fresh ingredients


community: Kootenay Crossing

value: Group campground in Kootenay National Park. Unserviced sites, reservable, open June 15 to September 30.

value: Crooks Meadow Group Campground

ownership: National park

wow_evidence: frontcountry group campsite within Kootenay National Park


value: 55 Smithe Street, Vancouver, V6B 0R3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Passione Gelato is a takeaway-only ice cream shop on Smithe Street. With no seating available, it's ideal for cyclists wanting a quick frozen treat without stopping for long. Card payments are accepted.

value: Passione Gelato

detail: takeaway only

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 257 Keefer Street, Vancouver

value: Maxim's is a Chinese bakery and restaurant in Vancouver's Chinatown on Keefer Street. The establishment serves both dine-in customers and takeout orders. A neighborhood fixture in a historically significant area popular with both locals and visitors.

value: Maxim's Bakery & Restaurant

signal: Chinese bakery & restaurant (Chinatown); ~$10-16


value: 5502 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby BC, V5B 2Z8

blurb: 48-lane bowling centre with bar and fitness annex.

value: REVS Burnaby bills itself as Western Canada's largest 10-pin bowling centre, with 48 lanes accommodating up to 300 people and a full-service entertainment complex under one roof. Beyond bowling, the facility includes a fitness centre with five racquetball courts, a cardio room, strength training area, and a boxing club operated by the North Burnaby Boxing Club. Striker's Bar & Restaurant serves meals and handcrafted pizzas on site, and the venue is located directly beside the Holdom SkyTrain station.

days_closed: Fr Sa Su

facet_confidence: med

setting: indoor

theme: recreation

value: REVS

detail: Striker's Bar on site; website describes 'delicious meals and handcrafted pizzas at Striker's Bar' and references 'food and beverage packages'

ownership: Public

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: $2/game + $5 shoes minimum; hourly lanes $30-40/hr

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: 48-lane bowling and entertainment complex (self-billed 'Western Canada's largest' — discounted) — fun drop-in evening stop.


value: 817 Water Avenue

community: Hope

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'


value: #100 - 20165 91A Avenue, Langley, BC V1M 3A2

blurb: Four-rink indoor sports complex with public skating.

community: Langley

value: Langley Sportsplex is a major indoor recreation complex housing four ice hockey rinks — described on its own website as the only facility of its kind in Canada — along with a fitness centre, sports equipment retail, health clinics, daycare, and the Offside Cafe. Located roughly 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver, it draws over half a million visitors annually and hosts leagues, tournaments, public skating, training programs, and summer day camps. Touring cyclists in the Fraser Valley would find a sizable hub with on-site food and multiple services, though the facility has no evident cycling focus.

dwell: half

value: Langley Sportsplex

detail: Offside Cafe named as an on-site tenant in the /advertise subpage; /day-camps page instructs families to order lunch from 'the Offside Café' via phone ext. 702

signal: Public skating/drop-in offered; typical ice rink pricing $5–15, no explicit price shown

wow_evidence: Four-rink complex with public skating ('only of its kind' self-claim discounted) — public rec facility.


value: 7751 Champlain Crescent, Vancouver, BC V5S 4J6

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: wall_loops (5 spaces) at 10m; stands (9 spaces) at 98m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Kinemi's Kitchen is a small, family-run eatery tucked away in Vancouver's Champlain Heights neighbourhood, serving an inventive Japanese-style Italian menu of house pastas, pizza, and daily specials. The restaurant prides itself on fresh, quality ingredients and operates on a cash-only, no-reservations basis, giving it a distinctly local, unhurried character. For a touring cyclist, it's a low-key spot to refuel with a hearty pasta or seafood linguine in a quiet residential corner of Vancouver.

value: Kinemi's Kitchen

detail: Website header states 'Offering Take Out Options Only'

signal: Pasta mains $17-20; explicit casual dining eatery, cash-only, no reservations

wow_evidence: operation confirmed take-out only per the website header


value: #1 - 3305 Smith Drive, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B1

blurb: Armstrong's public library branch.

community: Armstrong

value: The Armstrong branch of the Okanagan Regional Library is part of a 30-branch regional system serving the North Okanagan's small agricultural city of Armstrong. The branch offers free public computer and internet access, two reservable meeting/study rooms, and free car parking directly in front of the building. Its accessible, single-level facility with automatic doors and a wheelchair ramp makes it a practical indoor rest stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

dwell: quick

facet_confidence: high

theme: civic

value: Armstrong Library

detail: Dedicated Wi-Fi for personal devices not explicitly stated

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: ORL branch; ordinary library band.


value: 8200 Ackroyd Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 30m; rack at 37m; rack at 84m; rack at 94m.

value: PriceSmart Foods

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 720 Gardner Lane, Bowen Island, BC, V0N 1G2

community: Bowen Island

value: Jasper is a modernized 1960s-style A-frame cottage on the forested 20-acre grounds of Nectar Yoga Retreat on Bowen Island, a 20-minute BC Ferries crossing from Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver. The retreat blends Scandinavian-inspired simplicity with wellness programming; every stay includes daily breakfast and yoga and meditation lessons. In 2025 the property added the Mist Thermal Sanctuary offering sauna and cold plunge experiences in the heart of the forest.

google_place_id: ChIJLxtyFQprhlQRZlRDISvPUBE

value: Jasper

signal: Same Nectar A-frame class as Sunstone/Opal (~$280-350) - banded consistently with siblings


bike_access: hard

character: utilitarian

kid_friendly: no

community: Lac Le Jeune

value: A tiny 3-site lake-side rec site sitting in a pine-beetle clearcut, used mainly for day-use fishing and hunting; the narrow, rough approach road is explicitly rated for 4x4 vehicles only, making it a poor choice for a loaded touring bike.

value: Sussex Lake Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 1283 Main St, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0, Kanada

community: Smithers

value: Louise's Kitchen is a Smithers institution of more than two decades, blending Ukrainian heritage dishes—perogies, cabbage rolls, garlic sausage—with vibrant Latin-inspired plates like Peruvian saltado and ceviche, alongside classic Canadian breakfasts. The restaurant uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients and maintains a warm, community-focused atmosphere. For touring cyclists riding through the Bulkley Valley, it offers substantial, made-from-scratch meals ranging from hearty breakfast skillets to full dinners.

value: Louise's Kitchen

detail: Catering page explicitly states 'Vegetarian and gluten-friendly options available'; dinner menu includes Falafel Pocket and vegetarian sides

signal: Dinner mains $17–28, most $19–27; casual sit-down comfort food


value: 5115 Joyce Street, Vancouver, V5R 4G8

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (20 spaces) at 39m; stands (12 spaces) at 49m; stands (12 spaces) at 49m; stands (16 spaces) at 74m; stands (6 spaces) at 78m. Total: 68 spaces.

value: Bao Bakery is a neighbourhood bakery and café in Vancouver's Joyce-Collingwood area specialising in Chinese-Filipino cuisine, most notably freshly steamed siopao (BBQ pork Asado and Chicken Deluxe Bola Bola buns) alongside dim sum, baked pastries, and mochi. The shop has indoor seating and accepts credit and debit cards. Delivery is available through UberEats and SkiptheDishes for cyclists who prefer to order ahead.

value: Bao Bakery

detail: Website describes freshly steamed buns (siopao), dim sum (siu mai, spring rolls), and other made-to-order hot items available in-store

signal: shop=bakery

wow_evidence: neighbourhood bakery and café … specialising in Chinese-Filipino cuisine


washroom_type: pit

community: Billings Bay

value: A small alpine lake on Texada Island with 7 sites split between shaded north-shore and sunny south-facing positions; gravel road access from Gillies Bay requires following posted rec-site signs through several intersections.

value: Bob's Lake Recreation Site South Campground


value: 12011 Bridgeport Road, Richmond, V6V 1J4

value: Triple O's is a BC-born quick-service burger chain and sibling brand to White Spot, known for its signature Triple 'O' sauce, hand-scooped milkshakes, and Kennebec fries. This Richmond location is co-located inside a Chevron gas station on Bridgeport Road, making it a practical stop for cyclists in the area. Drive-thru and takeout are available, with delivery offered through Skip the Dishes.

value: Triple O's

signal: chain 'triple o'


value: 6028 McKay Avenue, V5H 0K3

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 60m; stands (4 spaces, paid) at 79m; rack (4 spaces) at 82m; rack (4 spaces) at 83m; stands at 86m; stands at 86m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Hundo-P is a health-focused smoothie and non-dairy ice cream shop that originated in Whistler Village before expanding to Burnaby. Everything is made fresh in front of you using real fruit and whole-food ingredients, with protein-packed 24oz smoothies and a full line of coconut-and-cashew-based ice cream proudly made in Canada. For a touring cyclist, it's a solid stop for a nutritious, on-the-go refuel with options to suit dairy-free and plant-based diets.

value: Hundo-P Smoothies and Ice Cream

detail: Multiple menu items labelled '(V)' (vegan) and '(DF)' (dairy-free) on the website; entire ice cream line is non-dairy (coconut and cashew base). No explicit gluten-free labelling found

detail: Takeout-only business; no washroom information found on website. Nearest public washrooms not identified


value: 740 Denman St, Vancouver, BC

value: Tsukiya is a small, walk-in-only ramen shop on Denman Street in Vancouver's West End, a short ride from Stanley Park. The menu centres on a single specialty: house-made tonkotsu ramen with rich pork-bone broth and chewy noodles crafted from scratch. Its location on one of the West End's main cycling corridors makes it a natural refuelling stop for cyclists exploring the seawall.

value: Tsukiya

detail: Website contact page states takeout orders are accepted in-store only upon payment; phone orders not accepted

detail: Website contact page explicitly states: 'We do not have a vegan option.'

signal: Ramen shop, sit-down. Ramen shops band 1-2 per guidelines; sit-down indicates 2

wow_evidence: walk-in-only ramen shop...house-made tonkotsu ramen with rich pork-bone broth and chewy noodles crafted from scratch


value: 5420 50th Avenue North, Fort Nelson, V0C 1R0

community: Fort Nelson

value: Domino's

signal: chain 'domino'


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 10m; stands (1 space) at 25m; stands (1 space) at 26m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: Unit 108 – 3790 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC V5G 1G4

value: Argo Greek is a family-owned and operated Greek counter-service restaurant specializing in authentic Greek cuisine alongside pizzas and fresh pastas, named after the mythological ship of Jason and the Argonauts. It operates as a takeout and delivery-focused establishment with a robust catering program serving groups up to 150 guests. The business prides itself on Mediterranean dietary traditions and accommodates vegan, vegetarian, and dairy-free diners.

value: Argo Greek

detail: Website states 'customized catering menus based on size, dietary needs, and menu options including vegan, vegetarian and dairy-free options'. No gluten-free mention found

signal: Pizza $22–34, pasta $19–23, counter-service


bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 13m; stands (3 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 58m; stands (6 spaces) at 91m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons

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


value: 120 East 13th Street, North Vancouver, V7L 4W8

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: hoop (4 spaces) at 40m; hoop (6 spaces) at 56m; hoop (6 spaces) at 66m; hoop (2 spaces) at 78m; hoop (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (3 spaces) at 89m; stands (3 spaces) at 90m; stands (3 spaces) at 100m. Total: 29 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Whole Foods Market is a large-format natural and organic grocery chain anchoring a North Vancouver retail block on East 13th Street. The store stocks a broad range of organic produce, sustainable seafood, and specialty foods alongside a suite of in-house eateries including a coffee bar, juice bar, pizza counter, and sushi station. For touring cyclists it offers a full resupply point — fresh fruit, prepared foods, and a wide packaged-goods selection — all under one roof.

value: Whole Foods Market

detail: Website lists in-store eateries: WFM Coffee Bar (coffee drinks made to order), North Van Pizza (signature and build-your-own pizzas, vegan/vegetarian options), Juice Bar (made-to-order smoothies), and Kikka Sushi (rolled fresh daily)

wow_evidence: coffee bar, juice bar, pizza counter, and sushi station... full resupply point — fresh fruit, prepared foods, and a wide packaged-goods selection


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 81m.

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 767 Sixth Street, North Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands at 28m; stands at 32m; stands at 52m; stands (4 spaces) at 84m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Pinoy Kanadiyan Mart is a Filipino-Canadian convenience store on Sixth Street in North Vancouver. It appears to stock groceries catering to both Filipino and general Canadian tastes, offering a culturally distinct provisioning stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Pinoy Kanadiyan Mart


value: 1971 Harbour Crescent, Ucluelet, BC

community: Ucluelet

value: Waters Edge Shoreside Suites occupies its own small spit of land within Ucluelet Harbour, offering self-contained condo suites with full kitchens, private entrances, and many featuring outdoor soaker tubs on decks overlooking the inlet and marina. The property sits minutes from the Wild Pacific Trail and serves as a natural launching point for Pacific Rim National Park, storm watching, and marine wildlife tours. An on-site Aveda day spa adds a distinctive amenity for guests looking to recover after time on the road.

value: Waters Edge Shoreside Suites

signal: condo suites with soaker-tub decks on Ucluelet Harbour spit; $220-300

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: occupies its own small spit of land within Ucluelet Harbour... on-site Aveda day spa


value: 3455 Johnston Road

community: Port Alberni

value: No Frills


value: 835 Gibsons Way

community: Gibsons

value: Sunnycrest Motel offers overnight accommodation on Gibsons Way with WiFi access. Further amenities and services require verification due to website unavailability.

value: Sunnycrest Motel

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: Redevelopment permit approved; closure possible


value: 15255 Highway 10

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 77m; rack at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (6 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Surrey

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 302 West Hastings Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 7m; stands (4 spaces) at 8m; stands (11 spaces) at 34m; stands (3 spaces) at 44m; stands (6 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (4 spaces) at 75m; stands (3 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (4 spaces) at 92m. Total: 55 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Nemesis is a specialty coffee roaster and multi-location cafe headquartered in Vancouver, with the Gastown flagship at 302 West Hastings Street offering espresso, filter coffee, and pastries from their in-house Dope Bakehouse. The company sources single-origin coffees directly from named producers and proudly supports World Coffee Research. Touring cyclists will find both indoor and outdoor seating at this well-established stop in the heart of Gastown.

value: Nemesis

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: specialty coffee roaster and multi-location cafe headquartered in Vancouver... sources single-origin coffees directly from named producers


value: Unit 105 - 13979 104 Ave, Surrey, BC V3T1X1

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 26m; wall_loops (6 spaces) at 43m; stands (10 spaces) at 49m; rack (4 spaces) at 72m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Bacayon's Chibugan is a Filipino takeout restaurant specializing in traditional home-style dishes and large party trays, with an extensive menu covering classic preparations like kare-kare, adobo, dinuguan, and a wide range of Filipino sweets. The business operates primarily as a pickup-order operation with online ordering available. A touring cyclist looking for a substantial, flavour-forward meal in the Surrey area would find a broad selection of rice, noodle, pork, chicken, and vegetable dishes.

value: Bacayon's Chibugan


value: 2686 Middle Bench Rd, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N2

community: Keremeos

value: Robin Ridge Winery is a small, family-operated organic estate winery on the Similkameen Bench near the junction of Hwy 3 and Hwy 3A in Keremeos, with 18 acres of vines farmed without synthetic chemicals or pesticides. Founded by Tim and Caroline Cottrill, the winery is best known for its award-winning Gamay and produces a broad range of varietals including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meritage, and a traditional Sparkling Finch. Cyclists exploring the Similkameen wine country will find a tasting room offering wines that aim to express the distinctive terroir of the valley.

value: Robin Ridge Winery

signal: Organic estate winery tasting

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: small, family-operated organic estate winery … 18 acres of vines


value: 1 Mackenzie Blvd, Mackenzie, BC V0J 2C0

blurb: Mackenzie's public recreation centre.

community: Mackenzie

value: The Mackenzie Rec Centre is a publicly operated community recreation facility run by the District of Mackenzie in northern BC. It appears within the district's broader Recreation, Arts & Culture portfolio alongside parks, trails, and program offerings. For a touring cyclist arriving in this remote northern community, it is likely one of the few public facilities offering indoor amenities.

value: Mackenzie Rec Centre

wow_evidence: District rec facility; standard rec band.


value: 1368 West Georgia Street, Vancouver

value: Subway


value: 113 Shuswap Avenue, Chase, V0E 1M0

community: Chase

value: Petro-Canada

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 5-31580 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2T 4C6

value: Francisco's Café & Catering is a café and catering operation in Chilliwack, BC. The 'Catering' component of the name suggests it may offer prepared food beyond typical café service, which could be useful for groups of touring cyclists. Very little verifiable detail is available from public sources.

value: Francisco'S Café & Catering


value: 11890 Shepherds Inn Frontage Road, Charlie Lake, BC V1J 8L5

community: Charlie Lake

value: The Shepherd's Inn is a family-owned highway stop at Mile 72 of the Alaska Highway, about 42 km northwest of Fort St. John, serving home-cooked western and breakfast meals with bread, soups, and pies made from scratch on-site. It is part of a larger complex that includes a motel, convenience store, and fueling station — functioning as a genuine full-service oasis on a remote stretch of highway. Bus and RV tour groups are welcome with advance notice, and the restaurant takes to-go orders by phone.

value: The Shepherd's Inn - Restaurant

signal: home-cooked highway meals; ~$14-20pp

wow_evidence: genuine full-service oasis on a remote stretch of highway... family-owned highway stop at Mile 72 of the Alaska Highway


value: 1200 Douglas Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 56m.

community: Victoria

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 10 Water Street, Vancouver, V6B 1A4

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (4 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Buro is a specialty coffee shop housed in a heritage building in the heart of Gastown, one of Vancouver's most historic and bike-friendly neighbourhoods. The café has served the local community for over 10 years, offering expertly crafted espresso drinks, fresh pastries, and a selection of sandwiches. It also operates an online retail shop selling its own roasted coffee beans, teas, and brewing equipment.

value: Buro Coffee Bar

detail: Café page states 'all options are made with care and include vegan and gluten-free options'; menu lists Red Velvet Cookie tagged GF, VG; shop carries a dedicated 'Vegan Bites' category


value: 180 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, BC V1A 2J4

community: Kimberley

value: The Shed is a low-and-slow BBQ smokehouse and bar in downtown Kimberley, leaning into the Kootenay ethos of 'dirt-baggery' — a celebration of adventure and free time over busy-ness. The menu is a deep roster of smoked meats, tacos, loaded nachos, and sandwiches built for sharing, alongside local draught beer and cocktails. It operates entirely first-come-first-served with no reservations, making it a laid-back stop after a day on the trails.

value: The Shed

detail: Contact page says 'Contact us for takeout' with the phone number; notes that quality cannot be guaranteed if using external delivery services

detail: Menu uses consistent legend: * vegetarian, ** vegan, ✪ gluten-free, applied across appetizers, mains, and sides. Smoky Tofu sandwich and vegan taco substitution (smoked tofu, no charge) are explicitly listed

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


category: Transport

source: manual

value: Co-operative car share with hundreds of home locations across the Lower Mainland (Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond, Coquitlam and more), Victoria area (including Esquimalt, Oak Bay, Saanich, Sidney), Nanaimo, Squamish, and Kelowna. Also at major BC Ferries terminals. Open to non-BC residents — N licence or equivalent from any jurisdiction required. Some vehicles have exterior bike racks; SUVs and minivans available for carrying bikes inside.

value: Modo Car Share

detail: Available on select vehicles — check vehicle listing when booking

origin: transport

subcategory: Car Share / Rental

tier: accredited


value: 4774 Sunshine Coast Hwy, Sechelt, BC V7Z 0E6

community: Sechelt

value: The Wobbly Canoe is a locally owned and operated restaurant situated on the shore of Davis Bay, right on the Sunshine Coast Highway — positioning it as a natural first stop for cyclists arriving on the Sunshine Coast. The menu leans into locally sourced seafood and comfort food, with dishes like fresh mussels, fish and chips, prawn ceviche, and braised beef bowls alongside craft beer. It promotes itself as a gathering spot for post-adventure refueling with locally sourced ingredients and quality drink.

value: The Wobbly Canoe

detail: Website menu note states '*PLEASE NOTE NOT ALL ITEMS ARE AVAILABLE FOR TAKE OUT', confirming takeout exists though with a limited selection

detail: Menu lists a Veggie Sandwich, crispy tofu poke bowl option, and marks many dishes with 'gf' (gluten-free) and 'df' (dairy-free) options or modifications. Handhelds section notes 'all handhelds can be made gluten free and dairy free'

signal: seafood/comfort, mains $21-36 (mostly $21-26); ~$22-32pp

subcategory: Restaurant


blurb: Japanese garden in Vernon's Polson Park.

community: Vernon

value: The Japanese Garden is a tranquil ornamental garden located within Polson Park in Vernon, BC. Polson Park is a large municipal park in the heart of the city and is a popular stop for visitors passing through the Okanagan. The Japanese Garden forms a scenic centrepiece within the park grounds.

label: Summer bloom

months: May June July

value: Polson Park Japanese Garden

signal: garden in Polson Park, free

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Ornamental garden centrepiece of Polson Park; generic name needs the park.


value: 1935 Cornwall Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 1C8

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 6m; rack (3 spaces) at 17m; rack (3 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Cockney Kings is a family-owned fish and chips institution that has been serving classic English-style fish and chips across Metro Vancouver since 1965. The Kitsilano location on Cornwall Avenue — steps from the Seaside Greenway cycling route — opened in 2023 and offers dine-in and takeout of battered fish, chips, and a full seafood menu. Now with four locations across Vancouver, Burnaby, and New Westminster, it remains a multi-generational local landmark.

value: Cockney Kings

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

wow_evidence: fish and chips institution… since 1965… steps from the Seaside Greenway cycling route


value: 2620 Rock Bay Ave (Upper Suite), Victoria, BC V8T 4R7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 84m. Total: 5 spaces.

blurb: Indigenous arts hub in Rock Bay: gallery, shop, drop-in art nights.

value: Aunty Collective is an Indigenous creative practice hub in Victoria's Rock Bay neighbourhood, centering gender-diverse Indigenous artists and creators from across Turtle Island. The space hosts a gallery with rotating exhibits, drop-in art nights, drum socials, and customizable workshops rooted in Indigenous knowledge and practice. It also operates a consignment shop featuring authentic works by Indigenous artists, making it a meaningful cultural stop for visiting cyclists.

value: Aunty Collective

signal: Indigenous creative hub with drop-in nights, free/accessible

wow_evidence: Indigenous creative hub with walk-in gallery, consignment shop, drop-in art nights — distinctive arts stop.


community: Black Creek

value: Knight Inlet Lodge is an Indigenous-owned remote floating resort deep in the Great Bear Rainforest of British Columbia, owned by five partner First Nations and operated since the early 1990s. The lodge is accessible only by floatplane from Campbell River and offers multi-night grizzly bear viewing and whale watching packages in one of the last intact temperate rainforests on earth. Guest rooms feature queen beds, private en-suite bathrooms with heated floors, and views of the inlet, paired with fine West Coast seafood dining from locally harvested ingredients.

source: ITBC+ITAC

value: Knight Inlet Lodge

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Knight Inlet Lodge: floatplane-only grizzly-viewing lodge, multi-night all-inclusive packages thousands per person - well past Upscale

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned remote floating resort in the Great Bear Rainforest, owned by five partner First Nations, grizzly bear viewing in one of the last intact temperate rainforests on earth


community: Kelowna

value: Costco


value: 5960 Minoru Boulevard, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack at 41m; stands (covered) at 42m; rack at 59m; rack at 71m; rack (covered) at 72m; rack at 73m; rack at 81m; rack at 98m.

community: Richmond

value: Mui Garden is a Hong Kong-style café chain with roots going back over a decade in Hong Kong before opening its first Canadian location in Vancouver in 1992. The Richmond outpost serves the restaurant's signature Malaysian curry — made with more than twenty blended spices — alongside world-famous Hai-Nam style chicken prepared with both free-range and farm chicken. The menu spans Asian fusion dishes including Singaporean laksa, curry beef brisket, and mixed vegetable and tofu on rice, offering a wide range of flavours for hungry cyclists passing through Richmond.

value: Mui Garden

signal: HK cafe, Malaysian curry/Hainanese chicken; ~$14-22pp

wow_evidence: multi-location Hong Kong-style café chain... first Canadian location in Vancouver in 1992


value: 1675 Venables Street, Vancouver, V5L 2H1

value: East Vancouver Brewing is a craft microbrewery and taproom rooted in the East Van neighbourhood at Venables Street and Commercial Drive, known for award-winning dark beers including the Humble Hive Honey Brown Ale brewed with honey from beehives kept on the brewery roof. The full-service taproom pairs its 12+ rotating and flagship beers with a proper kitchen (run by Barley & Rye) serving stacked sandwiches, soups, and share plates. A loyalty app, online delivery, and same-day delivery via Uber Eats and Skip the Dishes make it a flexible stop for cyclists passing through East Van.

google_place_id: ChIJRSiiiBVxhlQRzQymByrAcbQ

value: East Vancouver Brewing

signal: amenity=pub


value: 101 - 816 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4T6

blurb: Public gallery in a renovated grain-elevator annex; northern BC's first art gallery.

community: Dawson Creek

value: The Dawson Creek Art Gallery is housed in a beautifully renovated annex of a historic prairie grain elevator in NAR Park, making it architecturally distinctive and the first public art gallery established in northern BC. Managed by the South Peace Art Society since 1983, the gallery presents local, regional, and touring visual arts exhibitions year-round, and was recognized as the northern winner of the Architecture Foundation of BC's best building contest in 2014. The on-site Grainery Artisan and Gift Shop offers handcrafted items from local artisans, and the gallery also provides custom framing services.

value: Dawson Creek Art Gallery

ownership: Nonprofit / community

signal: public art gallery run by arts society, free entry

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: First public art gallery in northern BC, housed in a renovated grain-elevator annex — distinctive setting plus regional-first credentials.