value: 3110 Douglas Street

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (16 spaces, covered) at 62m; rack (16 spaces, covered) at 83m. Total: 32 spaces.

value: The Ruby is a locally owned scratch brunch restaurant with three Victoria locations, open since 2015 and built around relationships with local suppliers. It offers a refined take on eclectic southern brunch fare paired with the city's best vinyl collection and warmly attentive service. A touring cyclist arriving hungry would find generous, hearty dishes with strong vegan and gluten-free options well-suited to refuelling.

value: The Ruby on Douglas

detail: All three location menus include a dedicated 'VEGAN FARE' section (Vegan Mexi Hash, The Greenhouse Sandwich, Vegan Breakfast Tacos) and a gluten-free biscuit substitution option available throughout the menu

signal: Brunch mains $19–23.50: straight eggs, omelettes, tacos


source: enrichment

value: 2544 Golden Horn Road, Heffley Creek, BC V0E 1Z0

category: Food & Drink

community: Pinantan Lake

value: The Hideaway Bistro is a fully licensed lakeside bar and restaurant at the Lakeside Heffley Hideaway resort on Heffley Lake, situated between Kamloops and Sun Peaks along a popular cycling and recreation corridor. It grew out of a food truck tradition known for Chef Juan's tacos and now offers a broader menu of comfort food with Mexican flair, served from a dog-friendly patio overlooking the lake. Cyclists can ride straight in from the road or paddle up to a public dock, making it a natural stop on a Sun Peaks–Kamloops route.

value: Hideaway Bar & Grill

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

band_key: casual

confidence: low

label: Casual

signal: lakeside bar & grill (ex food-truck tacos); ~$18-26pp

source: judgement

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: info

wow_evidence: Whether you arrive by car, bike, paddle board


value: 5575 Island Hwy S, Union Bay, BC V0R 0B2, Canada

community: Union Bay

value: Bean There is a cafe located in the Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands region of British Columbia, operating under the fuller brand name 'Bean There Coffee Co' on social media. It sits along a stretch of coast popular with cycle tourists, making it a plausible rest stop for riders exploring the area. No further detail about its offerings or setting could be confirmed from available sources.

value: Bean There

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 9024 100 Avenue, Fort St. John, V1J 1X4

category: Groceries

community: Fort St. John

value: A liquor store in Fort St. John offering alcoholic beverages to the local community. A straightforward retail stop for touring cyclists stocking supplies.

value: On The Rocks Liquor Store

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: A liquor store in Fort St. John


value: 20151 Fraser Hwy #101, Langley City, BC V3A 4E4

community: Langley

value: Valley Centre Liquor Store is a large-format retail liquor shop that has served the Langley area since 2006, offering what it describes as the widest selection of liquor, wine, and cold beer locally. The store occupies 7,000 square feet in a strip mall on Fraser Highway, anchored by national retailers, making it a convenient supply stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley corridor.

value: Valley Centre Liquor Store

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains


value: 775 S Maquinna Dr, Tahsis, BC V0P 1X0

community: Tahsis

value: Marina Grill & Pub is the casual dining and drinking hub of Westview Marina & Lodge, a long-established fishing and recreational boating destination on the remote west coast of Vancouver Island near Tahsis, BC. The pub menu focuses on crowd-pleasing favorites, supplemented by a small ice cream stand, and a large outdoor covered heated patio hosts 'Rock the Docks' live music on summer Friday nights. The business caters primarily to fishing charter clients and boaters, giving it a lively, community-oriented atmosphere in an otherwise very isolated setting.

value: Marina Grill & Pub

confidence: medium

signal: Casual grillhouse/pub with pub favorites; sit-down but no menu prices

wow_evidence: caters primarily to fishing charter clients and boaters... extremely remote on the west coast of Vancouver Island


value: 1638 McKenzie Avenue Unit 106, Victoria, BC V8N 0A3

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 10m; stands (8 spaces) at 30m; rack at 44m; stands (8 spaces) at 70m. Total: 24 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: A Subway franchise located in Victoria on McKenzie Avenue, serving the full lineup of made-to-order Footlongs, 6" sandwiches, wraps, and salads with fresh-baked bread. The location offers breakfast service in addition to the standard menu, and caters to pickup, delivery, and in-restaurant dining. As an independently owned and operated franchise, it provides a quick, customizable meal stop for cyclists passing through this part of Victoria.

value: Subway

source: osm

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'subway'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

tier: welcoming


value: 14410 108 Avenue, Surrey

community: Surrey

origin: chain

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 2911 Pandosy St, Kelowna, BC V1Y 1W1, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 33m; lockers (secure) at 35m; lockers (secure) at 62m; lockers (secure) at 65m.

community: Kelowna

value: Hector's Casa is a sit-down Mexican restaurant in Kelowna serving authentic regional dishes — from Mixiote lamb and Enchiladas de Mole to fresh-made guacamole and ceviche. The menu leans heavily on scratch-made salsas, homemade tortilla chips, and traditional preparations that go well beyond standard Tex-Mex. Touring cyclists can also order online, making it a practical stop for a full sit-down meal or a takeout pickup.

value: Hector's Casa

detail: Multiple menu items explicitly labeled 'V' (vegetarian) and 'GF' (gluten-free), including Fresh Guacamole, Chips & Salsa, Nachos, and several enchilada options

signal: Mexican sit-down, scratch salsas/ceviche; ~$18-28pp


value: 3069 Trans-Canada Hwy, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0

bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

energy: active

kid_friendly: yes

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

season: summer

washroom_type: flush

category: Camping

community: Revelstoke

source: camping

value: Walk-in tent sites in old-growth cedar forest 3.5 km west of Revelstoke on the Trans-Canada, with resort flush showers, hot tub, and coin laundry a short walk from the pad; fees apply and no power or wifi at the tent.

value: Boulder Mountain Resort

ownership: Private

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: flush showers, hot tub, and coin laundry … adjacent to Revelstoke's world-class mountain biking trails


value: 7660 6th St, Burnaby, BC V3N 3M7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 39m.

community: Burnaby

value: Kurry Wala is an Indian restaurant in Burnaby offering a regionally-inspired menu of traditional dishes built around aromatic herbs and vivid spices, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. The restaurant occupies a space formerly known as Aria Kabab House & Grill and aims for an immersive dining atmosphere blending modern elegance with Indian aesthetics. Online ordering with pickup is available for cyclists wanting a quick meal to go.

value: Kurry Wala

detail: Menu includes dedicated vegetarian options: Paneer Tikka, Paneer Lababdar, Malai Kofta, Mushroom Do Pyaza. No vegan or GF claims found

signal: KW Dine Out Menu $30 CAD per person (set-price menu)

wow_evidence: occupies a space formerly known as Aria Kabab House & Grill … recent rebrand


value: 11014 Bond Road, Lake Country, BC V4V 1J6

community: Lake Country

value: Blind Tiger Vineyards is a family-owned, seasonal winery in Lake Country's Okanagan wine country offering wine tastings by appointment, a lively outdoor patio with lake views, and wood-fired pizza from Marno's. The vineyard leans into a spirit of inclusivity and good vibes, hosting regular live-music events, a drag show series, and welcoming pets and families alike. A Tiger Trunk Gift Shop sells branded merch and canned goods alongside a lineup of naturally grown, chemical-free estate wines.

value: Blind Tiger Vineyards

signal: Seasonal winery tastings + patio + wood-fired pizza

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


value: 27400 Sea-to-Sky Highway, Britannia Beach

community: Britannia Beach

value: Outbound Station is a quick-dine craft burger shop and café on the Sea-to-Sky Highway in Britannia Beach, positioned squarely on one of BC's most popular cycling corridors between Vancouver and Squamish. The kitchen serves handcrafted burgers alongside specialty espresso drinks, hot chocolate, and matcha lattes, with a stated mission to 'fuel your adventure' for travellers heading in or returning from the mountains. A rewards program and online ordering round out a setup clearly aimed at road and outdoor users looking for a quality, efficient stop.

value: Outbound Station

detail: Website does not explicitly label menu items but OSM data is specific

signal: cuisine=burger

detail: Website does not address washrooms directly

wow_evidence: Sea-to-Sky Highway in Britannia Beach... mission to 'fuel your adventure' for travellers heading in or returning from the mountains


community: Chilliwack

value: A&W

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 945 Columbia Street West, Unit 140, Kamloops, BC

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

community: Kamloops

value: Burger & Cafe Joy is a Japanese-inspired burger cafe that has been operating inside Sahali Mall in Kamloops since 2011, where owners Ben and Peiting make every burger from scratch using locally sourced meats, house-made sauces, and fresh vegetables. The menu blends North American comfort food with Japanese flavours — think teriyaki beef, pork katsu, oyster burgers, and yakisoba sides — alongside bubble tea and homemade Asian desserts. A touring cyclist can call ahead for takeout and head straight to pickup, or have the meal delivered to a nearby stop.

value: Burger & Cafe Joy

detail: No vegan or GF claims found


value: 1128 W Broadway #201, Vancouver, BC V6H 1G5

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (covered) at 28m.

community: Vancouver

value: Tamarind Tales is a fine-dining Indian restaurant on West Broadway in Vancouver, led by a head chef with over 20 years of experience in authentic Indian cooking. The menu spans street food and chaat, tandoori signatures, and full mains, with an all-you-can-eat buffet service and event space accommodating up to 120 guests. Touring cyclists will find a sit-down meal with broad vegetarian choices alongside a convenient online pickup option.

value: Tamarind Tales

detail: Menu lists multiple vegetarian items: Veg Combo (Dal Makhani or Channa Masala with rice and naan), Paneer wrap, Veg Pakora (mixed vegetable and paneer), Paneer Tikka, Samosa (veg), Papri Chaat, Pani Puri, Dahi Puri, Dahi Bhalla, Chilli Paneer

signal: Tandoori mains $20–22; lunch specials $13–16; all-you-can-eat buffet


value: 474 School Avenue, Oliver, BC

blurb: Oliver's heritage museum, with the old Fairview Jail and a heritage garden.

category: Attractions

community: Oliver

value: The Oliver & District Heritage Society Museum is a not-for-profit community museum preserving the history of Oliver and the surrounding Okanagan region, encompassing mining heritage, First Nations culture, and the agricultural story of Canada's Wine Capital. The museum features permanent galleries including the Historic Fairview Jail exhibit and a fully wheelchair-accessible Heritage Garden with interpretive signage about local natural history and syilx Okanagan culture. A separate archival facility on Fairview Road serves researchers seeking deeper engagement with the region's documentary past.

dwell: half

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: neutral

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: mixed

theme: history

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: heritage society museum, donation entry

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Community museum with the Historic Fairview Jail exhibit and accessible heritage garden; heritage-museum band.


community: Wells

value: Jack O Club Pub is an American burger restaurant in the Cariboo region of British Columbia. It serves traditional American cuisine in a casual dining setting.

value: Jack O Club Pub

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast


value: 1548 W 2nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1H2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 14m.

value: Oidé Coffee began as a small coffee window in Vancouver's Waterfall Building and has grown into a destination for specialty coffee, stocking single-origin beans from Ethiopia, Colombia, Kenya, and Brazil. Knowledgeable baristas serve carefully brewed cups while the shop also carries equipment, tableware, art, books, and branded merchandise. A touring cyclist stopping here would find a focused, independent coffee experience on West 2nd Avenue near the Seawall.

value: Oidé Coffee

detail: Coffee and beverage shop only; no food preparation or lunch items mentioned on website


value: 1767 152 Street, Surrey, V4A 4N3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 44m.

value: Freshii

signal: chain 'freshii'


value: 4315 Wright Street, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7Y8

blurb: Museum of BC's first company town, in Clayburn's heritage schoolhouse.

community: Abbotsford

value: A volunteer-run museum preserving the history of Clayburn, British Columbia's first company town, built around the Vancouver Fireclay Company's brick works at the base of Sumas Mountain. The museum occupies the ground floor of the historic schoolhouse in a quaint heritage village with a brick church, creek, and park. A worthwhile stop for cyclists interested in BC's industrial heritage and early 20th-century company town life.

dwell: short

setting: indoor

value: Clayburn Schoolhouse Museum

signal: Admission by donation for regular drop-in visits

wow_evidence: Museum of BC's first company town in the Clayburn heritage village — distinctive industrial-heritage story, quaint brick village setting.


value: 1167 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1N2

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (4 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m. Total: 35 spaces.

value: PumpJack Pub has anchored Vancouver's Davie Village as a queer community bar since December 2000, serving as both a daytime sports bar with two large projection screens and nine TVs and a weekend nightclub with live entertainment. It operates as an explicitly inclusive safe space under the BarWatch program and welcomes all queer lifestyles, hosting themed weekly and monthly events. A touring cyclist passing through the West End would find a lively neighbourhood pub atmosphere in one of Vancouver's most walkable and bikeable urban corridors.

value: Pumpjack

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: QC7H+GG, Anzac, BC V0J 3G0, Canada

bike_access: rough

label: rainbow trout fishing

months: May June July

price_band: free

price_label: Free

washroom_type: pit

community: Anzac

value: Two small free rec sites on a clear-water rainbow-trout lake in Northern BC, reached by roughly 17 km of active industrial FSR with heavy logging truck traffic — 2-way radio recommended; outhouses and boat launches provided but no potable water mentioned.

value: Goose Lake Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 8388 Capstan Way, Richmond, BC

community: Richmond

value: A supermarket in Richmond offering basic groceries to the local community. Useful as a resupply stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: 2000 Supermarket

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 11901 Seux Road, Durieu, V2V 4J1

category: Accommodation

community: Durieu

value: Sons of Norway operates this heritage camp and cultural lodge serving the Norwegian-American community for cultural events and gatherings. Located in Durieu, British Columbia, the property accommodates group visits for heritage activities. Specific information about touring cyclist amenities is unavailable from current online sources.

value: Sons of Norway

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: Sons of Norway heritage camp/cultural lodge, group bookings; per-person budget

subcategory: Resort


value: 324 McMillan Ave, Fraser Lake, BC V0J 1S0

community: Fraser Lake

value: Senor Duggies Tacos & Pizzeria is the only Mexican restaurant within 200 kilometres in the Fraser Lake area of central BC, serving tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and chimichangas alongside pizza, burgers, fish and chips, and coconut shrimp. Reviewers passing through on road trips consistently praise the food and friendly atmosphere, and the restaurant also offers margaritas and tequilas. For a touring cyclist on the remote Highway 16 corridor between Prince George and Burns Lake, this is a rare full-service dining stop in a very sparse stretch of interior BC.

value: Senor Duggies

signal: tacos/pizza/burgers, only Mexican for 200km; ~$15-24pp


value: 3008 Elsey Road

community: Anahim Lake

value: Eagle's Nest Resort sits on a secluded 10-acre peninsula along the shores of Anahim Lake in the remote West Chilcotin, just 1 km off Highway 20 between Williams Lake and Bella Coola. Guests choose between log cabins with wood stoves and elegant suites with satellite TV and wireless internet, and can dine in a licensed lakefront dining room with views over the lake. The resort is noted as a birding hotspot on a major inland migration route and offers canoe rentals, day-hike access to volcanic canyons, and arrangements for floatplane tours into Tweedsmuir Park.

value: Eagle's Nest Resort

detail: On-site licensed lakefront dining room serves dinner (and breakfast) to resort guests; website notes 'the dining room is serving resort guests only'

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Secluded lakefront resort w/ dining, cabins + elegant suites; remote Chilcotin ~$180-250

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: secluded 10-acre peninsula ... birding hotspot on a major inland migration route ... floatplane tours into Tweedsmuir Park


value: 1271 Salish Road, Kamloops, V2H 1P6

value: Esso


blurb: Grasslands interpretive site east of Merritt, honouring rancher Laurie Guichon.

community: Merritt

value: The Laurie Guichon Memorial Grasslands Interpretive Site is a 102-hectare outdoor interpretive area on Provincial Crown land approximately 11 km east of Merritt, established in 2001 to educate the public about the ecological, economic, and social values of BC's Southern Interior grasslands. Named in honour of Laurie Guichon, a fourth-generation Nicola Valley rancher and founding member of the Nicola Watershed Community Round Table, the site includes a viewing platform and supports school groups and general visitors. Touring cyclists in the Merritt area would encounter open grassland scenery and interpretive programming about one of BC's most distinctive and threatened ecosystems.

facet_confidence: med

label: grassland wildflower bloom

months: May June

planning: walk-up

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

ownership: Public

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: 102-ha grasslands interpretive site honouring a Nicola Valley ranching family; educational walk.


value: 15155 101 Avenue Unit 100, Surrey, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 16m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 71m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Seoul Grill House is a Korean restaurant situated in a commercial unit along 101 Avenue in Surrey, BC. Specializing in Korean cuisine, it offers a sit-down dining experience that could serve as a satisfying meal stop for cyclists exploring the Surrey area. The restaurant's location along a commercial strip makes it reasonably accessible to riders passing through.

value: Seoul Grill House

signal: Korean sit-down; ~$18-28pp


blurb: Alpine provincial park of glacial lakes and the Black Tusk.

community: Port Douglas

value: Garibaldi Park is a vast provincial park in the heart of the Coast Mountains, centred on the 2,678 m peak of Mount Garibaldi and spanning diverse terrain from glacial lakes to alpine meadows. It offers over 90 km of established hiking trails across multiple backcountry zones including Garibaldi Lake, Black Tusk, Cheakamus Lake, and Diamond Head. A day-use pass is required for entry, and the access roads are shared with cyclists and wildlife, making it a landmark stop along the Sea to Sky corridor.

dwell: day

label: alpine hiking season

months: July August September

value: Garibaldi Park

wow_evidence: SUPERSEDES earlier record this run: adds dupe_winner over the two Skookumchuck copies (DUPE#18). Vast Coast Mountains provincial park — Garibaldi Lake, Black Tusk; provincially famous, day-shaping (hike-based access).


value: 2838 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, V5N 4C6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (6 spaces) at 77m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Gojo Little Africa Cafe specializes in Ethiopian and international cuisine on Vancouver's Commercial Drive. It's a sit-down restaurant with no outdoor seating, so cyclists must secure bikes inside before dining. The restaurant serves traditional Ethiopian fare in a casual neighborhood setting.

value: Gojo Little Africa Cafe

signal: Ethiopian sit-down; ~$15-24pp

wow_evidence: Ethiopian and international restaurant on Commercial Drive


value: 3603 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3N6, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 14m; rack (100 spaces) at 90m. Total: 100 spaces.

value: Organic Acres Market is an indoor greengrocer in Vancouver focused on organic produce. The shop's name suggests a specialty in organic goods, making it a useful stop for cyclists seeking fresh, health-conscious provisions. No further detail about the store's layout or offerings could be confirmed from available sources.

value: Organic Acres Market

wow_evidence: indoor greengrocer focused on organic produce


value: 4749 Spearhead Drive, Whistler, BC V8E 1E9

community: Whistler

value: Wildwood Lodge is a 51-unit strata condominium building in Whistler, constructed in 1988 and managed by WRM Strata Services. Its commercial front desk is operated by Outpost Whistler, suggesting units are available as vacation rentals to visiting guests. Situated on Spearhead Drive, the property is within Whistler's resort corridor, which is a hub for both ski and cycling tourism.

value: Wildwood Lodge

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: 1988 strata condos on Spearhead Dr, Whistler; $180-240 shoulder

wow_evidence: 51-unit strata condominium building in Whistler... commercial front desk is operated by Outpost Whistler


value: 2077 Dundas Street, Vancouver, BC V5L1J5

value: Pho Dundas is a Vietnamese noodle restaurant in East Vancouver specializing in traditional pho broth soups alongside specialty sate varieties and fresh appetizers like salad rolls and bao sliders. The kitchen accommodates a range of diets with dedicated vegan and gluten-free menu sections. Online ordering with pickup and Uber Delivery options makes it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Pho Dundas

detail: Menu has explicit Vegan Noodle Soups, Vegan Appys, Vegan Main, and Gluten free Items categories

signal: Pho shop with mains CAD$10–$17.50; explicit pho/noodle house format

wow_evidence: Vietnamese noodle restaurant specializing in traditional pho broth soups


value: A&W


value: 3200 Island Highway North, Unit 92, Nanaimo, BC V9T 1W1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 46m; stands at 57m; bollard (2 spaces) at 69m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: MOD Pizza is a fast-casual pizza chain where customers build their own individual pizza or salad from over 40 fresh ingredients and eight finishing sauces, cooked in a high-temperature gas-fired oven in minutes. This Country Club Centre location is MOD's second-ever Canadian outpost, opened in 2022 inside a large shopping centre conveniently near a Save-On-Foods grocery store. Touring cyclists will find a quick, filling, fully customizable meal available for carryout.

value: MOD Pizza

detail: FAQ confirms vegan cheese, dairy-free dough, and multiple vegetarian toppings; gluten-friendly and cauliflower crust options available (not recommended for those with celiac/gluten sensitivity due to shared prep line)

wow_evidence: fast-casual pizza chain


value: 24 2nd Avenue South, Unit F, Williams Lake, BC

community: Williams Lake

value: Kome Sushi is a Japanese sushi restaurant in Williams Lake offering online ordering and pickup, specializing in Aburi (flame-seared) oshi sushi and premium ingredients including imported Hon Maguro Bluefin tuna, Hokkaido scallop, and real wasabi. The menu spans classic rolls, sashimi platters, nigiri, donburi, and starters alongside beer and Japanese sake. For a touring cyclist passing through the Cariboo, it stands out as an unusually refined sushi option in a small Interior BC city.

value: Kome Sushi

signal: aburi sushi, specialty rolls $20-32/sashimi $25-55 (shared); ~$22-34pp


community: Chilliwack


community: Castlegar

value: Wendy's

signal: chain 'wendy'


value: 1490 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver

community: North Vancouver

value: Douce Diner is a celebrated North Vancouver breakfast-and-lunch spot helmed by chef/owner Dawn Doucette, a Top Chef Canada competitor whose globally-inspired diner menu has earned praise from the Vancouver Sun, Globe and Mail, and Georgia Straight. The restaurant occupies a stylishly renovated diner space with patio seating and a take-out window, making it a convenient refuelling stop for cyclists riding the North Shore. Chef Doucette sources organic and local BC ingredients, with standout dishes including panko fried chicken, shakshuka, and a strong selection of vegetarian and vegan options.

value: Douce Diner

detail: Menu explicitly labels multiple items (V), (Vegan), and (GF); e.g. French Omelet (V), Housemade Granola (V)(GF), Avocado Toast My Way (V)(Vegan), with GF bun substitution offered

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 70 MacKenzie Boulevard

community: Mackenzie

value: A hotel and RV park offering accommodation in Northern British Columbia. The property provides lodging alongside RV parking facilities for touring cyclists and other travellers.

value: Royal Oak Inn and Suites & RV Park

signal: hotel + RV park, Mackenzie; $100-140


value: 4480 Vimy Street, V9Y 3Y6

blurb: Municipal community centre with public drop-in programs in Port Alberni.

community: Port Alberni

value: Glenwood Centre is a municipal community centre in Port Alberni operated by the City's Parks, Recreation & Culture department. It offers public drop-in programs and facility rentals, and is part of a broader network of recreation facilities in the Alberni Valley. The surrounding area features an extensive trail system popular with hikers and mountain bikers.

theme: recreation

value: Glenwood Centre

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal community centre with public drop-in programs plus rentals — KW-PRIVATE is a false positive (drop-in confirmed).


value: Kettle Valley Rail Trail, British Columbia, Canada

blurb: Myra Canyon's 18 trestles and two tunnels on the Kettle Valley Rail Trail, a National Historic Site.

community: Myra

value: The Kettle Valley Rail Trail through Myra Canyon is a converted abandoned railway corridor designated for cycling, featuring a gentle grade and a tunnel section as it winds through the canyon. The trail is famous for its historic wooden trestles and is stewarded by the Friends of the South Slopes Society (FOSS), which maintains trails and signage across Kelowna's South Slopes. A free Myra Canyon Explorer mobile guide with 21 Points of Interest is available, making it a rich destination for touring cyclists seeking history and scenery.

facet_confidence: low

value: Kettle Valley Rail Trail

signal: Public trail system, no admission fee mentioned, optional membership only

wow_evidence: Myra Canyon: 18 trestles and 2 tunnels on the KVR, a National Historic Site known to cyclists internationally — riders plan BC trips around this ride; the definitive delight-4 for this audience.


value: 8808 96A Street, Fort St. John, V1J 6E2

community: Fort St. John

value: Edo Japan at Totem Mall is a Canadian-founded Japanese-inspired fast food chain serving teppanyaki meals grilled fresh to order, hand-rolled sushi, ramen, and bubble tea. The Fort St. John location sits streetfront in Totem Mall off 96A Street, easily reached from the Alaska Highway. With over 200 locations nationwide, it offers dine-in seating, takeout, delivery, and catering.

value: Edo Japan

signal: chain 'edo japan'

wow_evidence: over 200 locations nationwide


value: 7569 Royal Oak Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5J 4J8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (1 space) at 87m. Total: 1 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Tenen Restaurant is a Serbian and Eastern European diner in Burnaby, founded in 2015 by two childhood friends from Knin — a Roman-era town whose ancient name, Tenen, the restaurant carries. The menu features hearty Balkan staples like chevapi, karadjordjeva schnitzel, cabbage rolls, and traditional meze, served in a kitschy, homey atmosphere that reviewers describe as feeling like coming home. A loyalty program and catering service round out the offering.

value: Tenen Restaurant

signal: Serbian/Balkan diner, entrees $26-29; ~$30-38pp


value: 5797 Cowrie Street, V0N 3A0

blurb: Downtown Sechelt's public library on Cowrie Street.

community: Sechelt

value: Sechelt Public Library is a community public library located on Cowrie Street in downtown Sechelt on the Sunshine Coast. It offers a broad range of in-library services including WiFi, computer and internet access, and print/copy/fax/scan facilities. The library also maintains strong ties to local Indigenous and community organizations, making it a useful orientation stop for visiting cyclists exploring the region.

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

theme: civic

value: Sechelt Public Library

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 375 Upper Bench Road North, Penticton, BC V2A 8T2

community: Penticton

value: Da Silva Vineyards is a boutique family-owned winery on the Naramata Bench just north of Penticton, rooted in a Portuguese farming heritage brought to the South Okanagan in 1955. The property features an intimate seated tasting room where a winemaker guides small groups through terroir-driven wines drawn from six estate vineyards. An on-site restaurant, The Kitchen, offers unconventional fine dining with Mexican and Portuguese-inspired tapas, making it a potential rest-and-refuel destination for cyclists touring the Naramata Bench.

value: Da Silva Vineyards

signal: Boutique winery seated tasting

wow_evidence: boutique family-owned winery on the Naramata Bench... Portuguese farming heritage brought to the South Okanagan in 1955


value: 1921 Fernwood Road, Victoria, BC V8T 2Y8

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; rack at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; rack at 61m; rack at 68m. Total: 4 spaces.

blurb: Fernwood arts hub: tiny theatre, gallery, and neighbourhood walking tours.

community: Victoria

value: The Fernwood Community and Arts Association operates from a heritage building in Victoria's Fernwood neighbourhood, housing the Paul Phillips Hall (a 60-seat theatre and music venue), the Little Fernwood Gallery, and several studio spaces. The association hosts live music, art exhibitions, theatre performances, workshops, and community events, and also offers self-guided neighbourhood walking tours covering the area's history dating back to 1843.

days_closed: We Th Fr Sa Su

value: Fernwood Community and Arts Association

wow_evidence: Heritage building with 60-seat theatre, Little Fernwood Gallery, and walking tours — small public arts hub.


value: 1 Front Street, Alert Bay, BC V0N 1A0

blurb: Kwakwaka'wakw cultural centre in Alert Bay, home of the repatriated Potlatch Collection.

community: Alert Bay

value: The U'mista Cultural Centre in Alert Bay is a nationally significant First Nations museum dedicated to preserving the cultural heritage of the Kwakwaka'wakw people, including the celebrated Potlatch Collection of ceremonial regalia. Visitor reviews describe it as one of the finest small museums in existence, with well-organized exhibits and powerful historical context. Cyclists reaching Alert Bay by ferry will find guided tours, artist demonstrations, and a gift shop selling authentic Indigenous art.

theme: art-culture

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: U'mista Cultural Centre

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: Adult admission $15.00 stated on contact page

wow_evidence: Nationally significant Kwakwaka'wakw museum holding the repatriated Potlatch Collection — among the finest small museums anywhere; people ferry to Alert Bay for it.


value: 15996 84 Avenue, Surrey, V4N 0W1

blurb: Fleetwood's public library branch.

community: Surrey

value: Fleetwood Branch is one of ten Surrey Libraries locations serving the Fleetwood neighbourhood of Surrey, BC. As a public library, it offers free access to books, digital resources, computer terminals, and community programming. Touring cyclists may find it a useful urban rest stop with Wi-Fi and public-use computers available without admission.

value: Fleetwood Library Branch


value: Unit 248, 9855 Austin Rd, Burnaby, BC V3J 0B4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 22m.

value: Curry Express is a family-run quick-serve Indian food chain that has operated in Metro Vancouver since 1996, cooking with fresh meats and produce in Tandoor ovens, Karhais, and Tavas. The Lougheed Town Centre location sits inside a large suburban shopping mall and offers a broad menu of curries, biryanis, wraps, and street food of India. It would serve as a convenient meal stop for cyclists passing through the Burnaby/Coquitlam corridor.

value: Curry Express

detail: Menu includes multiple vegetarian items: Vegetable Pulao, Chana Bhatura, Paneer Tandoori Wrap, Stuffed Naan (vegetarian option), Samosa Chaat, Papdi Chaat, Chole Kulche


value: 2940 Kingsway, Vancouver

community: Vancouver

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 13639 George Jct #106, Surrey, BC V3T 0R1

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces, covered) at 26m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 48m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 48m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 63m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 63m; stands (8 spaces) at 89m; building (70 spaces, covered, paid) at 93m. Total: 88 spaces.

value: Pho 68 is an authentic Vietnamese restaurant in Surrey, BC, with over two decades of community presence. It specializes in traditional noodle soups — including the signature Pho Dac Biet and spicy Bun Bo Hue — alongside desserts like the Everything Coconut. Cyclists can dine in or order online for pickup.

value: Pho 68

detail: Website does not explicitly mention Wi-Fi

signal: Pho restaurant; category implies mains under ~$15/person

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: over two decades of community presence


value: 570 Bute Street, Vancouver, V6E 4T7

value: Pho Express & Chill is a Vietnamese restaurant in Vancouver's West End serving pho noodle soups, vermicelli bowls, bánh mì sandwiches, and spring rolls with both dine-in and online pickup ordering. The menu spans a wide range of proteins as well as no-meat options, with vegetarian items flagged in the menu legend. Its Bute Street address sits just a few blocks from the Stanley Park Seawall cycling route, making it a convenient urban refuelling stop.

value: Express Pho

detail: Menu page legend explicitly marks vegetarian items; 'Noodle No Meat / Phở Không Thịt' is listed as a standalone menu item

signal: Pho shop with $19 mains (vermicelli bowls), $11-13.50 appetizers; has dine-in menu


value: 2378 Cambie St., Vancouver, BC V5Y 3Z5, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (8 spaces) at 56m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 56m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (8 spaces) at 70m; stands (4 spaces) at 74m. Total: 39 spaces.

value: Artigiano

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 11195 Chalet Road, North Saanich, BC V8L 5M1

community: North Saanich

value: Deep Cove Winery is a family-owned estate winery nestled between Horth Hill Regional Park and the shores of Deep Cove in North Saanich on the Saanich Peninsula. With three acres of vines planted over 22 years ago, they produce hand-crafted wines including Ortega, Pinot Gris, Marechal Foch, and their signature Alchemy blend. The winery has a lounge with a full food menu and hosts regular events, making it a rewarding stop on a Saanich Peninsula ride.

value: Deep Cove Winery

detail: Menu includes vegetarian options: Mediterranean Hummus Bowl, Baked Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Margherita Pizza

signal: Family estate winery tastings

wow_evidence: family-owned estate winery... three acres of vines planted over 22 years ago


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 79m; rack at 79m.

community: Richmond

value: Cotti Coffee


value: 5625 Promontory Road, Chilliwack, BC, V2R 4M5

community: Abbotsford

value: Sushiwa is a Japanese sushi restaurant in Chilliwack, BC, offering both a regular menu and an All You Can Eat option. It is a sit-down establishment that could serve as a meal stop for cyclists exploring the Promontory Road area of Chilliwack.

value: Sushiwa

signal: AYCE + regular sushi; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: Japanese sushi restaurant with an All You Can Eat offering in Chilliwack


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Bowen Island

value: High Tide Grill is a casual fast-food spot on Bowen Island serving hot dogs and burgers. Bowen Island is a popular cycling destination accessible by ferry from Horseshoe Bay, making a stop here a natural fit for cyclists exploring the island. The no-drive-through format suggests a walk-up or counter-service setup typical of small island eateries.

value: High Tide Grill


value: 1979 Brown Street, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 2N4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 29m.

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Established in 1979 and family-owned since 1989, the Cat and Fiddle is a Port Coquitlam institution that has been voted Best Pub in BC by the Province and Best Neighbourhood Pub by Tricity News. With five patios and nearly 400 seats, it is a large, lively community hub known for its traditional pub fare and long-running Wednesday wing nights. Touring cyclists riding through the Tri-Cities area will find a well-known, welcoming stop with plenty of seating.

value: Cat and Fiddle

signal: amenity=pub


value: 100 Burnside Road West, Victoria, BC

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Saanich

value: Cycles West is a family-owned bicycle shop in Victoria, BC, operating since 2006, offering new and used bike sales alongside full mechanical service for all styles of bikes from commuters to gravel and e-bikes. With Shimano-certified staff and decades of combined experience, the shop caters to a wide range of cyclists including those preparing for bikepacking adventures and touring rides. Custom builds are also available, and the shop participates in a tire stewardship recycling program.

value: Cycles West

detail: Detailed E-Bike Repair Policy on website: services mechanical components (brakes, tires, drivetrain, etc.) on two-wheeled e-bikes under 75 lbs with mid-drive or rear-hub motors; does NOT service motors, batteries, displays, wiring, or electrical components unless the bike was purchased through their shop

detail: Repair booking form includes a 'Need done ASAP!' priority option; website states 'We work hard to get you back on your bike ASAP, and can always provide you with a time estimate to complete the job.'

detail: Website explicitly lists Touring and Gravel among bike categories served, and mentions carrying gear to 'prep for that bikepacking trip'; also does custom builds

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: family-owned bicycle shop operating since 2006 ... bikepacking/touring gear ... Shimano-certified staff


value: 101-2740 Bridge St, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 9m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Family-owned craft brewery on Bridge Street in Victoria, voted Best Brewery seven years running by the Times Colonist Reader's Choice Awards. They produce a wide range of lagers, ales, and seasonal brews, and operate a growler bar and brewery tours on select Saturdays.

value: Hoyne Brewing Company

signal: Craft brewery growler bar + tours


value: 4600 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2Z1

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 35m; stands (7 spaces) at 40m; stands (6 spaces) at 76m; stands (6 spaces) at 89m. Total: 25 spaces.

blurb: Domed conservatory of tropical birds atop Queen Elizabeth Park.

value: The Bloedel Floral Conservatory is a distinctive triodetic dome perched at the summit of Queen Elizabeth Park in Vancouver, sheltering hundreds of free-flying exotic birds and a rich collection of tropical and subtropical plants year-round. Operated by the City of Vancouver through the Vancouver Botanical Gardens Association, it shares ticketing and membership benefits with the nearby VanDusen Botanical Garden. Cyclists exploring central Vancouver's greenways will find it a memorable cultural stop in one of the city's most scenic parks.

days_closed: Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su

value: Bloedel Floral Conservatory

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: stated adult admission $11.19-15.81 by season; mostly under $15

wow_evidence: Landmark triodetic dome atop Queen Elizabeth Park with free-flying tropical birds — Vancouver icon; a charming ~45-minute visit.


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

community: Kelowna

value: Fusion Express is an Indian cuisine restaurant operated by the Students' Union Okanagan on the first floor of the University Centre Building at UBC Okanagan. It is one of several campus eateries run by the SUO, making it a convenient food stop for cyclists passing through or arriving at the university campus. The restaurant sits within the UNC building, a central hub of the UBCO campus in Kelowna.

value: Fusion Express

signal: campus Indian quick-service; ~$10-15


community: Kamloops

value: Booster Juice

signal: chain 'booster juice'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 975 Comox Road, Courtenay, BC V9N-3P7

community: Courtenay

value: Heritage House Pub is a community-centred pub in Courtenay, BC, run by a trio with combined backgrounds in cooking, hospitality management, and customer service. The kitchen serves a broad mix of pub classics alongside more inventive offerings like seafood chowder poutine and beet poke bowl. It's a welcoming sit-down stop in the Comox Valley for a meal and cold drink after a ride.

value: Heritage House Pub

detail: Menu includes Beet Poke Bowl (ginger soy tossed beets, sushi seasoned rice — vegetarian), House Salad, Greek Salad, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Jalapeno Popper Dip, Yam Fries, and plain Nachos. No explicit vegan or GF labeling found on the menu

wow_evidence: community-centred pub in Courtenay...run by a trio with combined backgrounds in cooking, hospitality management


value: 721 Fisgard St, Victoria, BC V8W1R8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces, covered) at 37m; bollard (2 spaces, covered) at 40m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Golden City is a Chinese restaurant situated on Fisgard Street in Victoria's historic Chinatown neighbourhood, one of the oldest in Canada. The restaurant offers a broad Cantonese and Szechuan menu spanning soups, chow mein, seafood, and combo plates, with online ordering and fast pickup available. Its location at the edge of downtown makes it a convenient refuelling stop for cyclists exploring the inner harbour or the surrounding neighbourhoods.

value: Golden City

detail: Menu legend includes a vegetarian marker; confirmed vegetarian dishes include Vegetable Chow Mein, Vegetable Fried Rice, Stir Fried Tofu with Vegetable, Sweet & Sour Tofu, and multiple mushroom dishes

signal: Main dishes $18.95–$25.95 (chow mein, fried rice, seafood)

wow_evidence: broad Cantonese and Szechuan menu


value: 760 Vaughan Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7E4

value: Rustic Reel Brewing Company is a craft microbrewery and taproom in Kelowna that channels the Okanagan lifestyle into locally-inspired beers and a community-focused gathering space. Alongside its rotating taps, the brewery runs a dedicated coffee bar, a full food menu with pub fare and wraps, and a regular slate of events including seasonal fishing derbies and weekly craft nights. It operates on a first-come, first-served basis, welcoming drop-ins without reservations.

value: Rustic Reel Brewing Company

detail: Food menu lists veggie patty sub, GF bun option, 'Make it GF/Vegan' nacho variant, falafel Mediterranean Wrap, Black Bean Quesadilla, and vegan falafel crumble add-on

wow_evidence: craft microbrewery and taproom... community-focused gathering space... all day wifi


value: 8888 Odlin Crescent #2215, Richmond, BC V6X 3Z8, Canada

value: The Cake Workshop is a bakery in Richmond with bilingual (English-Chinese) branding, serving a diverse community. As a specialized cake shop, it may appeal to touring cyclists seeking fresh baked goods.

value: The Cake Workshop

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 7303 Main Street, Osoyoos BC

community: Osoyoos

value: Sun Beach Motel is a budget lakeside motel situated directly on Osoyoos Lake, one of Canada's warmest bodies of water and a popular destination for cyclists touring the South Okanagan. Guests have access to a private beach and dock, a large garden patio with outdoor barbecues, and lake views. The property is within walking distance of Osoyoos parks, restaurants, and shops.

value: Sun Beach Motel

detail: Website states property is 'conveniently located to many Osoyoos parks, restaurants and shopping' and is 'walking distance to parks, restaurants and shopping'

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: situated directly on Osoyoos Lake, one of Canada's warmest bodies of water... private beach and dock


value: #102- 2828 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V5K 5C5

community: North Vancouver

value: Tama Organic Life Foods is a small, family-run organic produce store that has been serving the Vancouver community since 1995–1996, specializing in locally grown Japanese specialty vegetables such as daikon, burdock root, and komatsuna sourced directly from BC farms. The store carries a wide range of seasonal organic fruits, vegetables, dried goods, and Japanese pantry staples, and also prepares daily vegan bento boxes made to order using all organic ingredients. Its long-standing direct relationships with organic farmers across BC — from the Fraser Valley to Vancouver Island and the Okanagan — make it a distinctive stop for cyclists seeking high-quality local produce.

value: Tama Organic Life

detail: Website states 'Tama's Bento – made daily, made to order – using all organic ingredients'; vegan bento-style lunch boxes are available for purchase

wow_evidence: family-run organic produce store...since 1995–1996...daily vegan bento boxes made to order using all organic ingredients


value: 975 Denman Street, Vancouver, V6G 2M3

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 59m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 60m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 60m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 84m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: Peaked Pies is a family-run Australian bakery café that has operated since 2013, serving handmade savoury and sweet pies, artisan coffee, and Australian-style desserts across locations in Vancouver, Burnaby, and Whistler. The Denman Street location sits at the gateway to the Stanley Park seawall cycling routes, making it a natural stop for cyclists exploring Vancouver's waterfront. The signature 'peaked' pie — a meat pie topped with mashed potatoes, mushy peas, and gravy — is a hearty, portable meal well-suited to refuelling after a long ride.

value: Peaked Pies

detail: Menu page states 'traditional meat and veggie options available'; blog post titled 'Calling All Vegans…' indicates vegan offerings

wow_evidence: family-run Australian bakery café that has operated since 2013... locations in Vancouver, Burnaby, and Whistler


value: 4450 6th Street, Peachland, BC V0H 1X6

blurb: Peachland's municipal hall and banquet facility on the lake corridor.

community: Peachland

value: The Peachland Community Centre is a municipal facility operated by the District of Peachland, featuring a large main hall seating over 500 and a banquet room for 118, plus a commercial kitchen and stage. It sits along the Okanagan Lake corridor and offers shower facilities, which could be of interest to touring cyclists passing through the small lakeside community of Peachland.

google_place_id: ChIJCXbOiBxzglQRtmJjrkbdkHM

value: Peachland Community Centre

detail: Shower facilities listed under Facility Features on the community centre page; unclear whether available on a drop-in basis or only for renters

wow_evidence: Rental hall with banquet rooms (KW-PRIVATE); showers noted but no walk-in offering.


value: Squamish

community: Squamish

value: White Spot

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

signal: chain 'white spot'


value: 1499A Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC V7T 1B8

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 8m; stands at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Subway Ambleside Centre is a franchise sandwich shop on Marine Drive in West Vancouver's Ambleside neighbourhood, a popular coastal cycling corridor. It offers made-to-order Footlongs, wraps, and salads with in-restaurant dining, takeout, and delivery. As a recognised chain stop near the Ambleside waterfront, it could serve as a quick resupply point for cyclists on the North Shore.

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 1594 MacMillan Road, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1L9

community: Cedar

value: Best Buy Liquor #2 is a liquor store on MacMillan Road in the Cedar area of Nanaimo, operated by the Vancouver Island–based Wayne Procter Group. It sits next to the Millway Gas N Go, forming a convenient one-stop cluster for provisions. Part of a multi-location Best Buy Liquor chain spanning Vancouver Island.

value: Best Buy Liquor

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: multi-location Best Buy Liquor chain spanning Vancouver Island, operated by the Wayne Procter Group


value: 805 Boyd Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 24m.

community: New Westminster

value: Bubble Waffle Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 2020 Massey Drive, Prince George, V2L 4V7

blurb: The YMCA's northern BC hub in Prince George: fitness and aquatics.

community: Prince George

value: The YMCA of Northern BC is a community sports and recreation centre in Prince George offering fitness, aquatics, child care, youth support, and outdoor education programs. As the regional hub for YMCA services in northern BC, it anchors a wide range of health and wellness programming for residents and visitors. Touring cyclists passing through Prince George may find it a useful urban stop given its full-service nature, though specific cycling amenities are not confirmed.

value: YMCA of Northern BC

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: YMCA fitness and aquatics hub; day-pass gym visit at best.


value: 4940 Number 3 Rd Unit 125, Richmond, BC V6X3A5

value: The Seoulful is a Korean cafe and bakery in Richmond's Number 3 Road corridor, known for Korean-style salted butter breads, kimbap rolls, tteokbokki, and non-coffee lattes. The menu leans heavily on Seoul street-food staples — from bulgogi kimbap to creamy rose tteokbokki — alongside a creative lineup of matcha and fruit lattes. Online ordering for pickup is available, and recent customer reviews highlight the quality of the baked goods as a standout draw.

value: The Seoulful


community: Beach Grove

value: Edo Japan

signal: chain 'edo japan'


value: 22638 119 Ave #104, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2Z6, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 57m; rack at 69m; rack at 83m; rack at 92m.

community: Maple Ridge

value: The Nut Coffee Shop is a café in the Lower Mainland & Fraser Valley region of British Columbia, tagged in OpenStreetMap as a coffee shop. Beyond its name and general category, no further details about its offerings, setting, or character could be confirmed from available sources.

value: The Nut Coffee Shop


value: 782 Smith Road, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G2

value: Xenia Centre is a 38-acre nature sanctuary on Bowen Island celebrating over 30 years of land stewardship, offering unique wooden cottages surrounded by old-growth forest and protected government lands. The centre specialises in healing, creativity, and personal transformation retreats, reachable by BC Ferry from Horseshoe Bay or by seaplane. It is a quiet, contemplative destination well off the beaten tourist track.

value: Lodge at Xenia

signal: Retreat-centre lodge; sanctuary positioning but retreat centres price modestly (~$150-250) - adjectives alone don't support Upscale


value: 7173 Buller Avenue, Burnaby

community: Burnaby

value: Zorba's Bakery & Foods is a family-operated Greek and Mediterranean food manufacturer that has been producing pita bread, phyllo pies, dips, and falafel for the North American market since 1985, with roots tracing back to a village bakery on the Greek island of Evia. Products use locally sourced BC ingredients including Okanagan yogurt and Fraser Valley vegetables, and include vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options. OSM tags the location as a takeaway-only bakery shop, though the business also distributes wholesale to grocery retailers across the region.

value: Zorba's Bakery & Foods

wow_evidence: family-operated Greek and Mediterranean food manufacturer...since 1985, with roots tracing back to a village bakery on the Greek island of Evia


value: 8338 Capstan Way, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 40m; rack at 85m; rack at 91m.

community: Richmond

value: 101 BOBA


value: 1940 Kane Road, Kelowna, V1V 2J9

value: Aroma Pizza is a long-established Italian restaurant in Kelowna that claims to have been serving pizza, pasta, subs, and focaccia since 1978. Located in a commercial unit on Kane Road, it offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery. The About page lists free Wi-Fi, parking, and live music as in-house amenities.

value: Aroma Pizza

signal: Entrees $11-32.50; majority $24-30. Sit-down pizza/pasta restaurant.


community: Harrison Hot Springs

value: Kitami Japanese Restaurant is a Japanese cuisine establishment located in Harrison Hot Springs, a small resort town known for its hot springs and proximity to popular cycling routes in the Fraser Valley. Touring cyclists passing through Harrison Hot Springs would find it a sit-down dining option in what is otherwise a small community with limited restaurant choices. The restaurant's Facebook presence uses 'Sushi Kitami,' suggesting a sushi focus.

value: Kitami Japanese Restaurant

signal: Japanese restaurant, resort town; $15-28/person


value: 16440 Morris Valley Road, Agassiz, BC V0M1A1

character: destination

community: Hemlock Valley

value: A group-only campsite set in a sheltered cove right on the west shore of Harrison Lake, with a sandy beach well-suited for swimming; accessed via 7.9 km of forest service road and available by advance reservation only, with no walk-in option.

value: Camp Cove Group Campsite

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: group-only site … available by On-line Reservations Only … no first-come-first-serve option


value: 3865 Salmon Valley Road, Prince George, BC V2K 5X3

price_band: standard

community: Salmon Valley

value: A family-run campground 25 minutes north of Prince George on the Salmon River, with riverfront and forested tent sites, a renovated washhouse with flush toilets and free hot showers, and an on-site coffee-and-treats shack; advance reservations required and a two-night minimum applies on weekends and July–August.

value: Salmon Valley Campground


value: 2281 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, V1Y 6H2

community: Kelowna

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 15686 Pelmewash Parkway, Lake Country, BC V4V 2J2

community: Lake Country

value: Gatzke Orchard is a four-generation family farm and fruit stand situated on the isthmus between Kalamalka and Wood Lakes in Oyama, operating each season with fresh cherries, raspberries, berries, house-made pies baked from a 1941 Grandma Gatzke recipe, and a range of locally-made value-added products. The farm also hosts Pedego Electric Bikes as a partner operation, positioning it as a natural hub for cyclists riding the Okanagan Valley Rail Trail. A wood-fired pizzeria (Pane Vino) operates on the property, making it a well-rounded stop for touring cyclists seeking fresh local food.

value: Gatzke Orchard

detail: Pane Vino Wood Fired Pizzeria operates at Gatzke Orchard; bakery also produces pies on-site

subcategory: Farmers' Market

wow_evidence: four-generation family farm... Pedego Electric Bikes as a partner operation, positioning it as a natural hub for cyclists riding the Okanagan Valley Rail Trail


value: 46224 Yale Road, Chilliwack

community: Chilliwack

value: Bravo Restaurant and Lounge is a casually elegant fine-dining spot in downtown Chilliwack specializing in Pacific Northwest cuisine, offering an innovative dinner menu alongside an extensive martini and wine list. The intimate yet social atmosphere makes it a standout evening destination on the Fraser Valley cycling corridor. A private lounge is available for group events, and Wi-Fi is available throughout.

value: Bravo Restaurant & Lounge

signal: self-branded fine-dining, PNW, wine list, reservation-only; ~$40-60pp


value: 420 Tempe Crescent, North Vancouver, BC V7N 1E6

community: North Vancouver

value: Crystal's View Bed & Breakfast is a boutique B&B in North Vancouver founded in 1998, offering ocean-view suites (Queen, Deluxe, and Luxury tiers) described as having a European flair. It is centrally located on a quiet residential crescent minutes from Grouse Mountain, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Lonsdale Quay, and Lynn Canyon. A member of the BC Innkeepers Guild and Canada Select, it holds a 4.9-star rating from over 631 verified customer reviews.

value: Crystal's View Bed & Breakfast

signal: boutique North Van B&B with ocean-view luxury suite tiers; $200-280

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: 3270 Village Way, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0

community: Sun Peaks

value: Kookaburra Lodge is a condo-suite property centrally located in the Sun Peaks village, offering 1- to 4-bedroom units with fully equipped kitchens and in-suite laundry overlooking McGillivray Creek. Situated directly across from the Sports Centre and steps from the resort's trail network and bike park, it caters to both weekend visitors and extended-stay guests. On-site restaurants, retail shops, and underground parking make it a convenient base for cycling the Sun Peaks network.

value: Kookaburra Lodge

detail: In-suite laundry included in all suites per website

detail: Website lists 'a variety of on-site restaurants' as a guest facility

signal: 1-4BR designer condo suites, some private hot tubs, Sun Peaks village; per-unit $220-350


value: Cahill Lake, Central Kootenay, BC V0G 2C0, Canada

bike_access: hard

kid_friendly: no

community: Slocan

value: Cahill Lake is a backcountry, trail-access campground within Valhalla Provincial Park, set amid the majestic peaks and alpine terrain of the Selkirk Mountains; stocked fishing is a draw, but the hike-in approach rules it out for loaded touring bikes.

value: Cahill Lake Campground

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: backcountry, trail-access campground within Valhalla Provincial Park... hike-in approach rules it out for loaded touring bikes


value: 2239 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 8m; stands (7 spaces) at 21m; rack (5 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; rack (5 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; rack (5 spaces) at 43m; rack (5 spaces) at 49m; rack (5 spaces) at 49m; rack (5 spaces) at 50m; rack (5 spaces) at 71m; stands (3 spaces) at 77m; rack (5 spaces) at 85m; rack (5 spaces) at 86m; rack (5 spaces) at 91m. Total: 69 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Formerly known as Kitsilano Wine Cellar, this location is now part of the JAK's Beer Wine Spirits chain — a neighbourhood liquor retailer with 10 stores across Greater Vancouver, offering wine, craft beer, and premium spirits. It sits on West 4th Avenue in Kitsilano, a well-travelled cycling corridor, and the brand places emphasis on knowledgeable, personalized staff service rather than a self-serve retail experience. Online ordering with home delivery is available through the chain's website.

value: JAK's Beer Wine Spirits

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 1200 Rancher Creek Road

community: East Osoyoos

value: Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa is a Hyatt Unbound Collection property situated among the vineyards and desert landscape of the Okanagan near Osoyoos, BC. The resort offers a full-service spa and overlooks Osoyoos Lake in one of Canada's warmest and driest regions, making it a notable destination stop for cyclists touring the South Okanagan wine country. Rancher Creek Road places it at the edge of a working vineyard estate.

value: Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Spirit Ridge is a Hyatt Unbound Collection destination resort with spa/winery; shoulder rates ~$300-400


value: 152 Street, Surrey, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 58m; rack at 89m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is a Louisiana-style fast-food chain known for its fried chicken, biscuits, and Cajun-influenced sides. This location on 152 Street offers takeout service and sits along a busy commercial corridor in the Surrey area. For touring cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley gateway, it provides a quick, filling stop with familiar menu options.

value: Popeyes

signal: chain 'popeyes'


value: 207 4th Street

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 24m; bollard (4 spaces) at 43m; rack (4 spaces) at 65m; rack (4 spaces) at 75m; rack (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 21 spaces.

blurb: Home of BC's provincial fossil: the Courtenay elasmosaur, with guided fossil tours.

community: Courtenay

value: An award-winning natural and cultural history museum that has been celebrating the Comox Valley's heritage for over 60 years, and serves as home to BC's Provincial Fossil. The museum is renowned for its paleontology collection, including the Great Elasmosaur Find, and offers fossil tours, rotating gallery exhibits, and deep dives into local First Nations and settler history. It is a well-established cultural anchor in downtown Courtenay, making it a natural destination stop for touring cyclists passing through the Comox Valley.

days_closed: Mo Su

value: Courtenay & District Museum & Palaeontology Centre

signal: duplicate Courtenay museum entry; entry by donation, banded consistently

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: SUPERSEDES earlier record this run: adds dupe_winner flag — bb5325957f is the same museum under its short name.


community: Panorama

value: The Cappuccino Bar is a cozy café tucked into the front of Mountain Outfitters rental shop at Panorama Mountain Resort in the BC Kootenay Rockies. It serves locally roasted espresso drinks, tea, baked goods, lunch items, and summer-only ice cream, with a sunny patio just steps from the Panorama Springs Pools. A self-described locals' favourite, it offers a quieter alternative to the resort's larger dining options.

value: Cappuccino Bar

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


community: Vernon

value: Armstrong Regional Co-op is a community-owned cooperative with roots going back to 1922, operating gas bars with attached convenience stores across the North Okanagan region of BC. This Vernon-area location is part of a network offering fuel, convenience items, and liquor under the Co-op brand. Touring cyclists passing through can expect a roadside stop with fuel and convenience store goods typical of a Co-op gas bar.

value: Co-op

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: community-owned cooperative with roots going back to 1922, operating gas bars... across the North Okanagan region


value: 408 6th St, New Westminster, BC V3L 3B2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 10m; wall_loops (6 spaces) at 98m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Han Lin Noodle House is a Chinese restaurant in New Westminster that grew out of the former Hons Wun-Tun House, rebranded and relaunched in 2022. The menu spans noodles, dim sum, combo plates, and a dedicated vegetarian selection, with online ordering available for takeout. Its location on 6th Street in central New Westminster makes it a convenient stop on a ride through the Lower Mainland.

value: Han Lin Noodle House

detail: Website navigation includes a dedicated 'Veggies' (Vegetarian Menu) section

signal: Chinese noodle/dim sum house; ~$14-22pp

wow_evidence: rebranded and relaunched in 2022


value: 1895 Venables Street, Vancouver

blurb: East Vancouver arts hub since 1973; theatre, dance, and circus across three venues.

value: The Cultch is a landmark community arts hub in East Vancouver, presenting over 20 productions per year across three theatre spaces — the Historic Theatre, Vancity Culture Lab, and York Theatre — as well as a gallery and multi-use spaces. Operating since 1973, it programs contemporary work in theatre, dance, music, circus, and visual arts from local, national, and international artists, and underwent a $30 million refurbishment under its current Executive Director. A touring cyclist arriving in East Van will find a vibrant cultural destination known for diverse, risk-taking programming and strong community ties.

value: The Cultch

signal: professional arts hub; tickets $25-45

wow_evidence: East Van arts hub since 1973, three venues, 20+ productions/year; regional reference, show-conditional delight.


bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (3 spaces) at 50m; stands (3 spaces) at 55m; rack at 56m; rack at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (8 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; rack (6 spaces) at 88m; rack (6 spaces) at 92m; stands (5 spaces) at 99m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 99m. Total: 53 spaces.

value: Subway


value: 1002 Trans-Canada Highway, V0A 1H1

community: Golden

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 132 Port Augusta Street, Comox, BC V9M 3N7

community: Comox

value: The Blackfin Pub is a locally owned and operated oceanfront restaurant and pub perched at the edge of the Comox Marina on Vancouver Island, offering sweeping views of the Beaufort Mountains and Comox Glacier. The menu leans into Pacific Northwest seafood and locally sourced ingredients, with an extensive BC and Comox Valley wine list. Note that this is a 19+ establishment — all guests must be of legal drinking age to enter.

value: Blackfin Pub

detail: Menu includes a 'GLUTEN SENSITIVE' section; falafel is listed as a salad add-on option, indicating vegetarian choices are available

wow_evidence: locally owned and operated oceanfront restaurant and pub perched at the edge of the Comox Marina, offering sweeping views of the Beaufort Mountains and Comox Glacier


value: 6082 Fraser Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces, covered) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; rack (4 spaces) at 44m; rack (3 spaces) at 44m; rack (4 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; rack (3 spaces) at 85m; stands (3 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 41 spaces.

value: Pizza Hut

signal: chain 'pizza hut'


value: 7100 Alberni Street, Powell River, BC

community: Powell River

value: Walmart Supercenter in Powell River is a large-format department and grocery store serving the northern Sunshine Coast. For touring cyclists, it is one of the most comprehensive resupply options in the area, stocking groceries alongside clothing, electronics, and general merchandise. Powell River's semi-remote location on the Sunshine Coast — accessible only by ferry — makes a full-service store like this a notable landmark on longer touring routes.

value: Walmart

wow_evidence: Walmart Supercenter


value: 3059 Yellowhead Highway, V8G 4P3

community: Thornhill

value: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Terrace is a mid-range hotel chain location situated on the Yellowhead Highway in Terrace. It provides standard lodging for travelers passing through the region. Specific bike storage and cyclist-focused amenities could not be verified due to website access limitations.

value: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Terrace

signal: chain 'holiday inn express'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 225 Rutland Road South, Kelowna

community: Kelowna

value: Alcatraz Chicken is a fried chicken restaurant established in 2023 in Kelowna's Rutland Centre, built around a proprietary 13-spice blend and 24-hour marination process applied to every piece of chicken. The menu spans whole pieces, tenders, wings, family combos, sandwiches, and kids meals, making it a practical high-calorie refuelling stop for cyclists passing through the Rutland corridor. Orders can be placed online for pickup or through UberEats, DoorDash, and SkipTheDishes for delivery.

value: Alcatraz Chicken

signal: Single meal $11.99, wings $14.99; casual fried chicken


value: 14282 Morris Valley Rd. Harrison Mills, BC, Canada V0M 1L0

community: Harrison Mills

value: Rowena's Inn on the River is the heritage inn wing of Sandpiper Resort, a full-service riverside property set along the Fraser River near Harrison Mills in the Fraser Valley. The inn offers character-named rooms with river and forest views, sitting alongside rustic cabins, Scandinavian-styled luxury nature cabins, RV sites, a par-72 golf course, and an on-site restaurant. Touring cyclists arriving here would find a scenic, well-appointed stop with multiple accommodation tiers and on-site dining in a striking mountain-and-river landscape.

value: Rowena's Inn on the River

detail: On-site River's Edge Clubhouse restaurant serves lunch and dinner daily per the /dine/ page, described as open to golfers, guests, and locals

signal: heritage inn wing of Sandpiper Resort (golf, riverside); rooms typically $220-300

wow_evidence: full-service riverside property... par-72 golf course, rustic cabins, Scandinavian-styled luxury nature cabins, RV sites, and on-site restaurant


value: 1253 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9

value: Dockside Restaurant sits on the waterfront of Granville Island inside the Granville Island Hotel, offering panoramic views of False Creek, the Vancouver skyline, and the North Shore Mountains through floor-to-ceiling windows. The award-winning patio spans over 200 seats and is one of the city's most celebrated outdoor dining spaces. A seasonal menu of fresh, locally sourced ingredients with international influences is served across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

value: Dockside

signal: waterfront destination, Haida Gwaii halibut, award; ~$35-55pp


value: 874 East Hastings, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 69m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: S2 Cafe House is a neighborhood diner at 874 East Hastings serving western and Chinese foods across breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Instagram bio emphasizes low-cost, tasty meals.

value: S2 Cafe House

origin: manual


value: 64 Deer Park Ave, Kimberley, BC V1A 2J2

blurb: Kimberley's arts centre: gallery, pottery studio, and a 126-seat theatre.

community: Kimberley

value: Centre 64 is Kimberley's community arts hub, operated by the Kimberley Arts Council in partnership with the City of Kimberley. It hosts a 126-seat theatre, a 1,050 sq ft gallery with two-storey ceilings, a pottery studio, and regular programming spanning film screenings, live theatre, live music, and art workshops. A touring cyclist looking to engage with local culture would find a lively, year-round venue at the heart of this Bavarian-themed mountain town.

value: Centre 64

signal: arts council gallery free; theatre ticketed separately

wow_evidence: Kimberley's arts hub: 126-seat theatre, tall-ceiling gallery, pottery studio, year-round programming — active cultural centre band.


community: Richmond

value: BG Urban Cafe is a cafe in Richmond, BC, formerly operating as Bread Garden. Further details are unavailable due to website access failure.

value: BG Urban Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 13369 72nd Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 2N5

value: Family-run specialty British grocery store founded by London-born Andy Bradshaw, claiming to be the largest British grocery store in North America with over 1,400 imported products. Located in Surrey since 2014, it stocks a wide range of imported British food cupboard staples, drinks, sweets, chocolate, crisps, and in-store-only chilled and frozen goods. It also operates as the exclusive wholesaler for GB Foods, a producer of traditional British-style meat products made on-site.

value: The British Store


community: Beavermouth

value: A forest service day-use site 37 km up the Bush River FSR, anchored by a gentle 0.8 km loop trail through old-growth cedars beside a small creek; listed as day-use only, so overnight camping is unconfirmed despite the camp_site tag.

value: Giant Cedars


community: Campbell River

value: Real Canadian Superstore


community: Lac Le Jeune

value: Tiny free lakeshore rec site on the west end of Bob Lake, suited to fishing and boating; the last 2 km is an explicitly rough 4x4 track that rules out loaded touring bikes and any trailer.

value: Bob Lake West Recreation Site


value: 22292 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 3H9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 55m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Maple Ridge

value: Mona Pizza is a Maple Ridge pizza restaurant best known as the home of Chicago-style deep dish pizza in the area, alongside specialty pizzas, chicken wings, oven-baked pasta, fresh salads, and desserts. The restaurant caters to a range of dietary needs, offering vegan cheese, plant-based pepperoni, gluten-free crust, and keto options. Online ordering and delivery are available, and the menu is broad enough to satisfy a hungry group of touring cyclists.

value: Mona Pizza

detail: Website states: 'We Serve Goat cheese, Vegan cheese, plantbased pepperoni, Keto desserts, Keto Crust and Gluten Free Crust.'


value: 3433 North Road, V3J 0A9

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

community: Burnaby

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 4280 Mountain Square, Whistler, BC V8E 1B9

community: Whistler

value: Carleton Lodge is a condominium-style boutique hotel offering eight fully-equipped private suites on five stories at the base of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, directly beside both high-speed gondolas. Managed by the Sundial Hotel, it provides 24/7 on-site guest services, maintenance, and security. Whistler is home to Crankworx and world-class mountain biking, making this a strategically located base for cyclists visiting the area.

value: Carleton Lodge

detail: Website states the property is 'surrounded by beautiful mountain views, lakes and the bustling village atmosphere' with 'endless activities, shops, bars & restaurants' in Whistler Village

signal: Premier Whistler Village location, spacious mountain-view suites, 24/7 concierge, valet parking, award-winning management

detail: Each suite has its own dedicated gear storage locker: 'Each suite has its own gear storage locker to store your gear, making coming and going from the mountain even easier.'

tier: accredited


community: Lang Bay

value: A 2-site lake rec site prized for its seclusion, reached via a multi-leg logging road network with active logging traffic and one-way sections; no confirmed amenities.

value: Tony Lake Recreation Site

wow_evidence: prized for its seclusion; active logging traffic and one-way sections; no confirmed amenities


value: 6045 University Boulevard, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 68m; rack at 80m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 94m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Uncle Fatih's Pizza


value: 1701 Government St, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 37m; stands (12 spaces) at 76m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: QV Cafe & Bakery is a family-owned Victoria institution operating since 1989 at the Gates to Chinatown on Government Street, a central artery for cycling in the city. The cafe is a two-time Top Choice Award winner for 'Top Cafe in Victoria' (2018–2019), known for its award-winning air-roasted coffee and an expansive house-made menu covering breakfast, soups, sandwiches, salads, and an impressive selection of cheesecakes and baked goods. Large garage doors open the cafe directly to the street and a spacious patio deck lets visitors sit outside for much of the year amid the sights and sounds of downtown Victoria.

value: QV Cafe

detail: Catering menu explicitly lists vegetarian sandwich option (Cucumber & Cream Cheese) and gluten-free options for dessert platter; soup menu notes a 'Carrot & Ginger Glute-free, Dairy free' option. No explicit vegan claim found

wow_evidence: family-owned Victoria institution operating since 1989… two-time Top Choice Award winner for 'Top Cafe in Victoria'


value: 5255 Chaster Road, Duncan, BC V9L 5J2

community: Koksilah

value: Red Arrow Brewing Company is a craft brewery established in 2015 in the Cowichan Valley, operating out of a distinctive red-brick building that was originally an Arrow Custom Motorcycles showroom built in 1990. The taproom pours 12 beers on tap alongside craft cocktails and a full food menu, with a spacious family- and pet-friendly patio that features a Coast Salish totem carved by artist Tom Lafortune. It functions as a community hub in Duncan and welcomes reservations and brewery tours by arrangement.

value: Red Arrow Tasting Room

wow_evidence: craft brewery established in 2015 in the Cowichan Valley... community hub in Duncan


value: 680A Leg In Boot Square, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4B4

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: wall_loops (8 spaces) at 26m; stands (4 spaces) at 29m; rack (5 spaces) at 34m; rack at 80m. Total: 17 spaces.

value: A small neighbourhood café and scratch bakery on the Vancouver seawall at Leg In Boot Square, a few minutes west of the Cambie Street Bridge. Convivial bakes everything fresh on-site throughout the day — from triple chocolate cookies and cheese-jalapeño scones to handmade artisan loaves — and serves rotating daily soups, toasted sandwiches, and espresso-based drinks. The café has a strong community focus, outdoor seating, and is a natural pit stop for cyclists riding the seawall.

value: Convivial Café and Bakery

detail: Menu includes multiple vegetarian options: vegetarian chili, miso roasted broccoli soup, a range of savory vegetarian scones (cheese jalapeño, four cheese, tomato basil parmesan, etc.), and a vegetarian sandwich (Sincronizada). No explicit vegan or gluten-free claims found

wow_evidence: neighbourhood café and scratch bakery on the Vancouver seawall at Leg In Boot Square...outdoor seating...natural pit stop for cyclists riding the seawall


value: Malakwa, BC V0E 2S0, Canada

community: Three Valley

value: A 2-site timbered rec site on a scenic small lake with good fishing and wildlife viewing, reached via 12 km of active industrial forest service road off the Trans-Canada west of Three Valley Gap; industrial traffic is a real concern for cyclists.

value: Wap Lake West Recreation Site


value: 588 Crown Isle Boulevard

community: Courtenay

value: Costco


value: 2150 Wilson Avenue, Port Coquitlam

blurb: PoCo's main rec complex with pool, near the Traboulay Trail.

community: Port Coquitlam

value: The Port Coquitlam Community Centre is a municipally operated recreation complex serving the City of Port Coquitlam. The broader city recreation network includes aquatics, skating, fitness, and arts programming, making this a multi-use destination for residents and visitors alike. For touring cyclists, it sits in a community with dedicated cycling infrastructure including the Traboulay PoCo Trail.

value: Port Coquitlam Community Centre

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Major municipal rec complex with aquatics, by the Traboulay PoCo Trail — pool ladder 1/2.


value: 596 Marine Drive, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0

community: Ucluelet

value: Black Rock Oceanfront Resort is a luxury oceanfront property perched on a dramatic headland above the Pacific Ocean in Ucluelet, surrounded by the Wild Pacific Trail and the rugged rocky coast of West Vancouver Island. The resort offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom suites with kitchenettes or full kitchens, gas fireplaces, soaking tubs, and furnished balconies. On-site amenities include the Drift Spa with outdoor hot tubs, a seasonal plunge pool, and direct trailhead access to the Wild Pacific Trail—making it a scenic base for exploring the Pacific Rim region.

value: Black Rock Oceanfront Resort

signal: 'black rock' matched the property itself, not a chain - correct entity; Ucluelet flagship resort, shoulder ~$230-300 (peak $400+) - Luxury reflects peak


value: 8068 Highway 3A

community: Sirdar

value: Sirdar Station Pub is a recently fully-renovated roadside pub on Highway 3A in the Kootenays, featuring a striking locally-crafted 3-D steam engine sculpture bursting from the wall above a river-rock bar. The kitchen turns out homemade comfort food — burgers, fish & chips, wraps, and steak sandwiches — alongside a curated selection of Nelson Brewing Company craft ales. A deck, occasional live music, and a friendly owner-operator atmosphere make it a natural rest stop for cyclists passing through the region.

value: Sirdar Pub

detail: Website lists 'Kootenay Veg Burger' (Portabella mushroom with spinach and avocado) and states 'GLUTEN FREE options are Available'

wow_evidence: friendly owner-operator atmosphere... homemade comfort food... curated selection of Nelson Brewing Company craft ales


community: Fraser Lake

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 1199 56th Street, Tsawwassen, V4L 2A2

community: Delta

value: White Spot is BC's longest-running restaurant chain, founded in 1928 and built on burgers made from 100% fresh Canadian beef alongside locally sourced BC chicken, dairy, and produce. The Tsawwassen location is a full-service family restaurant with a patio, dine-in, takeout, and delivery options, situated close to the BC Ferries terminal — a practical refuelling stop for cyclists on the Tsawwassen–Vancouver Island route. The menu spans breakfast through dinner and accommodates vegetarian and vegan diners.

value: White Spot

signal: chain 'white spot'


value: 4874 St Joseph Street, Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia V0A 1M0, Canada

community: Radium Hot Springs

value: The Piccadilly Motel is a cheerful property in the heart of Radium Hot Springs, offering a mix of lodge rooms and private cottages with kitchenettes at the gateway to Kootenay National Park and the Columbia Valley's golf courses. It is best known for its complimentary premium breakfast served in a vintage red double-decker bus imported from Liverpool. The property also features a BBQ station, gazebos, picnic area, hot tub, and fire pit, making it a comfortable base for exploring the surrounding mountains and valleys.

value: Piccadilly Motel

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: hot tub, and fire pit...complimentary premium breakfast served in a vintage red double-decker bus imported from Liverpool


value: 775 Denman Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 2L6

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Tetsu Sushi Bar is a Michelin Guide-recommended omakase restaurant in Vancouver's West End, operated by Chef Satoshi Makise since 2017. With only 12 seats and a focus on Edomae-style nigiri made from fish sourced directly from Tokyo's Toyosu Market, it ranked 47th on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants list in 2022. A touring cyclist planning a special evening meal will find an intimate, chef-driven experience unlike anything else on the Denman Street corridor.

value: Tetsu Sushi Bar

detail: Website menu page states: 'certain dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian, gluten-free and no rice requests, and soy allergies cannot be accommodated.'

label: Fine dining

signal: Michelin-recommended omakase by named chef Satoshi Makise, 12-seat fine dining

wow_evidence: Michelin Guide-recommended omakase restaurant … ranked 47th on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants list in 2022


value: 1425 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, V7T 1G1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 76m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Cafe C'est si bon is a French-inspired patisserie in West Vancouver specializing in elegant cakes and tarts, including a Basque cheesecake, Black Swan black-sesame cake, and a gluten-free Ispahan macaron dessert. Located in a unit at 1425 Marine Drive, the cafe operates a pre-order pickup model requiring orders three days in advance. A cyclist riding the Marine Drive corridor could swing by for a celebratory pastry, though advance planning is required.

value: Cafe C'est si bon

detail: Website shows 'Order now' and 'Pickup from 1425 Marine Drive Unit 240'; FAQ confirms all orders are pre-order pickup only (3 days in advance)

detail: Website lists a 'Gluten Free' Ispahan dessert (macaron shells, rose buttercream, raspberries, lychee)


value: 200 - 3866 Bayview St, Steveston Village, Richmond, BC V7E 3B6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 68m; rack (5 spaces) at 73m; rack at 93m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Catch Kitchen + Bar is an upscale casual waterfront restaurant on the second floor of Bayview Pier at Fisherman's Wharf in historic Steveston Village, featuring a rooftop patio with a 270-degree panoramic view of the harbour and river inlet. The menu is seafood-forward with locally inspired dishes ranging from fresh crab cakes to peppercorn New York steak, alongside a sports lounge with seven HD screens. Steveston Village is a landmark stop on Richmond's popular cycling dyke routes, making this a natural destination for touring cyclists.

value: Catch Kitchen + Bar

detail: Website menu includes a 'Filter by diet' feature and lists plant-based items including Mediterranean Flatbread (hummus, olives, artichokes), Edamame, and Parmesan Garlic Truffle Yam Fries

signal: amenity=bar


value: 2929 Tillicum Road

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 30m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 54m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 73m; rack (4 spaces) at 91m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Villages Pizza

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 3623 Glencoe Rd, West Kelowna, BC V4T 1L8

community: West Kelowna

value: A family-owned organic winery on a 105-year-old Paynter family farm in West Kelowna, featuring a solar-powered straw bale tasting room and a seasonal food truck. The permaculture property includes farm animals (goats on the roof, sheep, chickens), a local artisan gift shop, and PACS-certified organic wines. A distinctive Okanagan stop where sustainability is baked into everything from the building to the bottle.

value: Off the Grid Organic Winery

detail: Seasonal outdoor food truck with hand-crafted menu items using local ingredients

signal: Organic winery tasting room + seasonal food truck

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: family-owned organic winery on a 105-year-old Paynter family farm... solar-powered straw bale tasting room... PACS-certified organic wines


bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 16m; stands (4 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (4 spaces) at 18m; stands (4 spaces) at 23m; stands (4 spaces) at 24m; stands (20 spaces, covered) at 36m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 65m; stands (4 spaces) at 87m; rack at 96m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 97m. Total: 62 spaces.

value: Freshslice Pizza is a BC-based pizza chain known for by-the-slice and whole-pie sales with any toppings, available for in-store pickup or delivery. The Vancouver location sits at level 0 with indoor seating and no drive-through. The chain also offers a gluten-free cauliflower crust, making it a flexible quick-stop for cyclists with dietary restrictions.

value: Freshslice Pizza

detail: Nutritional info page lists 'Gluten Free Cauliflower' crust and multiple vegetarian toppings (mushrooms, peppers, spinach, olives, etc.); veggie pizza is a named menu option

signal: chain 'freshslice'

wow_evidence: BC-based pizza chain


value: 600 Ryan Rd, Courtenay, BC V9N 7R6

value: This is an On the Run convenience store and restaurant operating at a Chevron station in Courtenay, BC, open around the clock every day of the week. It offers fuel, a convenience store, and a restaurant under one roof, making it a reliable all-hours resupply stop on Vancouver Island. Touring cyclists will find food, washrooms, and a compressed-air station on site.

value: Town Pantry

detail: Website lists 'Restaurant' as a service/amenity

detail: Website lists 'Air' as an amenity — compressed air station available at the forecourt, usable for bicycle tires


value: #101 - 1075 Pendergast St, Victoria, BC V8V 0A1

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

value: The Village Taverna is a family-run Greek restaurant situated in Victoria's Cook Street Village, built around the concept of 'filoxenia' — legendary Greek hospitality — with recipes inherited from the owner's father. The menu features fresh Greek classics including souvlaki, moussaka, calamari, and mezethes, sourced from carefully selected local vendors and made from scratch where possible. It operates as a first-come, first-served casual eatery with both dine-in and counter takeout service, making it a practical stop for cyclists exploring the neighbourhood.

value: The Village Taverna

detail: Menu includes Falafel pita wrap, Vegetarian pita wrap, Falafel kebab meal, and Vegetarian Platter — multiple clearly labelled vegetarian options. No explicit vegan or GF claims found

signal: Kebab meals $20.50-$27.50; described as affordable casual neighbourhood kitchen

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: family-run Greek restaurant... recipes inherited from the owner's father


community: Daajing Giids

value: A free 6-unit BC rec site on Kagan Bay, Graham Island (Haida Gwaii), accessed via 3 km of the Honna Forest Service Road from Queen Charlotte, with a small day-use area 1 km before the camping units. No amenities are listed.

value: Kagan Bay Campsite

wow_evidence: free 6-unit BC rec site on Kagan Bay, Graham Island (Haida Gwaii); no amenities listed


character: utilitarian

community: Stillwater

value: A campground in BC's Cariboo, Chilcotin & Central Interior region; no website text was retrieved, so setting, facilities, and access remain unconfirmed from available sources.

value: Cottonwood


value: 1080 Winchester Road, Coombs, V9K 1X1

blurb: Indoor tropical butterfly garden in Coombs, near the goats-on-the-roof market.

community: Coombs

value: Butterfly World is an indoor tropical garden attraction in Coombs, BC, home to hundreds of free-flying live butterflies along with reptiles, small birds, and other invertebrates. The grounds also include a turtle pond, an outdoor water garden, and an orchid garden, making it a multi-faceted natural-world experience. Coombs sits on a popular Vancouver Island cycling corridor near the famous Old Country Market, so visiting cyclists will find it a natural stop.

label: Summer butterfly season

months: June July August

value: Butterfly World

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: Name suggests nature attraction; website expired/inaccessible

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Indoor tropical butterfly garden with turtle pond and orchids on the Coombs corridor.


value: 24786 Hwy 16, PO Box 282, Tlell, BC V0T 1S0

community: Lawnhill

value: Green Coast Lodge is a 6-room, 13-acre oceanside property in Lawn Hill on Graham Island, Haida Gwaii, operated by Green Coast Kayaking, which has been running guided Gwaii Haanas kayak expeditions since 1981. Situated directly on Hwy 16 about 20 km north of Skidegate, it offers accommodation styles ranging from private ensuite queen rooms to hostel-style bunks, all sharing kitchen facilities. The property sits steps from the Hecate Strait and includes established forest trails, a creekside setting, and on-site rental bikes for exploring nearby logging roads and scenic highway.

value: Green coast

detail: Website states: 'All units include the use of shared kitchen, common spaces, and laundry.'

signal: $150–200 nightly for queen rooms; $80 hostel add-on

wow_evidence: operated by Green Coast Kayaking, which has been running guided Gwaii Haanas kayak expeditions since 1981; on-site rental bikes, laundry, and Starlink Wi-Fi confirmed


value: 34810 Clayburn Rd, Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 7Y9

community: Abbotsford

value: Clayburn Village Store is a heritage retail shop built in 1911 and painstakingly restored by its current owners since 1987, occupying a century-old building with original fir floors and a period tin-look ceiling in the historic Clayburn Village near Abbotsford. The store specialises in international and nostalgic candies alongside specialty European foods, and the owner bakes fresh scones, cornish pasties, sausage rolls, and quiche on-site each open morning. It offers touring cyclists a genuinely unhurried, step-back-in-time stop on Fraser Valley routes.

value: Clayburn Village Store & Gift Shop

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 6393 Northwest Marine Drive, Vancouver, V6T 1Z2

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

blurb: World-renowned Northwest Coast First Nations collection in Arthur Erickson's landmark UBC building.

community: Vancouver

value: The Museum of Anthropology at UBC is one of Canada's premier anthropology museums, holding an internationally significant collection of Northwest Coast First Nations art including monumental totem poles and ceremonial objects. Perched on the cliffs of Point Grey overlooking the Strait of Georgia, it is housed in a landmark modernist building and draws visitors from around the world. Touring cyclists can reach it via a scenic coastal route along NW Marine Drive, though the museum's own website cautions that the approach involves a significant hill.

value: Museum of Anthropology (MOA)

detail: Cedar Café confirmed on site, located up the ramp from the admission desk

signal: Adult admission price $26

wow_evidence: Rubric anchor: MOA listed at notability 4 and delight 3 (GT wow 3). Internationally significant Northwest Coast collection, Erickson landmark building on Point Grey cliffs.


value: 441 E Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3L 3X4

community: New Westminster

value: Chen's Garden (operating as Chan's Garden) is a Chinese restaurant in New Westminster serving an extensive menu of Cantonese and Szechuan-inspired dishes, from Ginger Beef and Wonton Noodle Soup to stir-fried lamb and whole-category seafood selections. The restaurant offers indoor dine-in seating alongside a full online ordering system for pickup and delivery. With nearly 500 customer reviews, it is a well-established neighbourhood stop suited to refuelling a hungry touring cyclist.

value: Chen's Garden

detail: Menu legend explicitly marks vegetarian items; confirmed vegetarian dishes include Vegetarian Lettuce Wrap, Vegetable Spring Roll, Stir-Fried Vegetable, String Bean, and Broccoli with Garlic

signal: Mains $20–25: Beef with Broccoli $20.45, General Tao's Chicken $22.45

wow_evidence: nearly 500 customer reviews


value: 800 Carnarvon St #372, New Westminster, BC V3M 0G3

value: Picnic K-Street Food is a compact Korean street food counter on the second floor of a New Westminster building, specialising in kimbap rolls, bibimbap, deopbap (rice bowl) dishes, and ddeokbokki. The menu is tightly focused on traditional Korean staples with both meat and tofu-based options, and online ordering enables quick pickup. Recent reviews consistently praise the food quality and the friendly owner.

value: Picnic

detail: Menu lists Marinated Tofu Bibimbap and Marinated Tofu Deopbap as vegetarian options

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 6558 Kingsway

community: Burnaby

value: Vassillis Souvlaki Greek Taverna is a Greek restaurant specializing in souvlaki. Located on Kingsway in Vancouver, it serves traditional Greek cuisine.

value: Vassillis Souvlaki Greek Taverna

signal: Greek souvlaki taverna; $18-28/person

wow_evidence: Greek restaurant specializing in souvlaki … located on Kingsway in Vancouver


value: 20202 66 Avenue, Langley

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 93m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Popeyes

signal: chain 'popeyes'


value: 11700 Cambie Road, Richmond, V6X 1L5

value: Cambie Plaza Liquor Store is a retail alcohol shop situated in the Cambie Plaza area of Richmond, BC. It offers beer, wine, and spirits for purchase with no drive-through service. Touring cyclists passing through Richmond's central corridors may find it a convenient stop for resupply.

value: Cambie Plaza Liquor Store