value: 212 MacKenzie Ave, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0

community: Revelstoke

value: The Modern Bakeshop & Cafe is a heritage artisan bakery and coffee shop in the heart of Revelstoke, in operation since 1903. It is known for freshly baked goods made with organic ingredients — standout items highlighted by reviewers include Aussie meat pies, sticky cinnamon buns, and housemade chai lattes — alongside expertly brewed espresso drinks. The space offers a cozy indoor atmosphere and outdoor seating, drawing both local regulars and travelers passing through.

value: The Modern Bakeshop & Cafe

detail: About-us page states: 'Guests can enjoy gluten-free dining, vegetarian specials, and vegan fine dining options.' Reviewer Lisa Goodwin also notes 'Gluten free treats that are moist and flavour full!'

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: in operation since 1903; heritage artisan bakery in the heart of Revelstoke


value: 4930 BC-97, Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M6, Canada

category: Camping

community: Springfield Ranch

value: Whispering Willows Campsite is a privately operated campground situated along Highway 97 near Williams Lake in the Cariboo region, catering to both tent campers and RV travellers. The site features private campsites set among trees beside a creek, with fire pits and picnic tables throughout. It offers a range of hookup options from un-serviced shaded tent sites to full-service RV pads with power, water, and sewer.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

source: ITBC

source: enrichment

value: Whispering Willows Campsite

origin: manual

ownership: Private

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Private Campground

tier: info


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 34m; stands (5 spaces) at 40m. Total: 10 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Maple Ridge

value: Steve's Poké Bar is an authentic Hawaiian poké chain founded in Vancouver by Steve Huynh, who grew up between Vancouver and Honolulu perfecting family poké recipes. Voted the #1 Best Poké in Vancouver and boasting over 10,000 five-star Google reviews, the restaurant distinguishes itself by marinating fish the traditional Hawaiian way rather than offering fusion-style bowls. It has grown to multiple locations across the Lower Mainland, making it a recognizable quick-service stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Steve's Poke Bar

source: osm

detail: Shoyu Tofu bowl listed on menu (7 pcs tofu with avocado, rice, furikake, corn, edamame, wakame seaweed salad), confirming at least one vegetarian option

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

tier: welcoming


value: 7608 Royal Oak Avenue, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 54m; stands (3 spaces) at 58m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Taku Japanese Kitchen is a neighbourhood Japanese restaurant on Royal Oak Avenue in Burnaby, serving a sit-down menu in a no-smoking indoor dining room. With no outdoor seating, it offers a quieter indoor respite for cyclists passing through the Royal Oak corridor. It accepts Visa and Mastercard, making it a convenient cashless stop mid-ride.

value: Taku Japanese Kitchen

band_key: casual

confidence: medium

label: Casual

signal: neighbourhood Japanese kitchen; $15-25/person

source: judgement

subcategory: Restaurant


value: Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1N5, Canada

bike_access: easy

character: destination

energy: active

kid_friendly: yes

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

season: summer

source: camping

value: North Beach Campground is one of three large campgrounds in Golden Ears Park, a major provincial destination about an hour east of Vancouver with Alouette Lake swimming, paddling rentals, and an extensive hiking trail network. It draws big summer crowds and has no cell service on site.

value: North Beach Campground

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: one of three large campgrounds in Golden Ears Park, one of BC's most popular camping destinations, with Alouette Lake swimming


value: 5687 Balsam St, Vancouver, BC V6M 4B6

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 49m; rack (5 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; rack (7 spaces) at 62m; bollard (2 spaces) at 63m; bollard (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; bollard (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (7 spaces) at 95m. Total: 31 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Cathy's Cafe is a mission-driven social enterprise in Vancouver's Kerrisdale neighbourhood, operated under the Blessed Abilities Society to provide hands-on employment training and meaningful paid work for young adults with developmental disabilities. Opened in 2025 in memory of Cathy Tang, the cafe serves all-day breakfast, specialty sandwiches including a popular Tuna Melt, and dishes like Spicy Honey Chicken Waffles in a warm, community-centred setting. It deliberately cultivates a welcoming 'third space' atmosphere where neighbours—and passing cyclists—can gather over quality food served with purpose.

value: Cathy's

detail: FAQ states: 'Yes — several of our dishes can be prepared without wheat, and we also offer gluten-free b[read]', confirming gluten-free options are available

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: mission-driven social enterprise...operated under the Blessed Abilities Society to provide hands-on employment training


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 48m; rack (3 spaces) at 76m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: KFC

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 5860 Beach Avenue, Naramata, BC

community: Peachland

value: A fish and chips restaurant on Beach Avenue in Naramata, a scenic touring destination in BC's wine country. The establishment occupies a commercial building and serves as a casual dining option for passing cyclists.

value: Ships A-Hoy

region: Thompson Okanagan


value: 2780 Kingsway, Vancouver, V5R 5H6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 98m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Lá Chuối Cuisine is a Vietnamese restaurant in East Vancouver along the Kingsway corridor, serving traditional dishes including crispy fried spring rolls, deep-fried chicken rice, and beef offal. The restaurant offers both in-person dining and online ordering with pickup and delivery. It sits on a busy arterial route that cyclists frequently travel between Burnaby and downtown Vancouver.

value: Lá Chuối Cuisine

signal: Mains $17.80–$25.15; casual Vietnamese casual sit-down


value: 20689 Willoughby Town Centre Drive, Langley

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 58m; bollard (2 spaces) at 67m; bollard (2 spaces) at 85m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Woking Dragon is a family-owned Chinese restaurant operating since 2003, offering modern western-style Chinese cuisine across three Lower Mainland locations including Willoughby Town Centre in Langley. The restaurant has earned recognition as a favourite Chinese food destination in the Tri-Cities market. A touring cyclist stopping here can expect a sit-down meal with online ordering and takeout options available.

value: Woking Dragon

detail: Website states 'Some menu items are able to be made Vegan & Gluten-Free.'

signal: Chop Suey House—western-style Chinese, casual sit-down chain

wow_evidence: family-owned Chinese restaurant operating since 2003 ... three Lower Mainland locations


category: Groceries

community: Keremeos

value: Bear's Farm is a greengrocer operation in the Okanagan region of British Columbia, tagged in OpenStreetMap as a fresh produce vendor. Farm stands and greengrocers in the Okanagan are well-placed along popular cycling routes through the region's agricultural valleys, making them natural stops for touring cyclists seeking local fruit and vegetables.

value: Bear's Farm

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 654 SE Marine Dr, Vancouver BC V5X2T4, Canada

value: Phở Zen is a Vietnamese restaurant opened in 2023 on Southeast Marine Drive in Vancouver, specializing in traditional beef noodle soup made with house-crafted broth, rice noodles, and fresh herbs including Thai basil and culantro. The menu emphasizes seasonal Vietnamese dishes and drinks alongside the core phở program, and the restaurant operates as both a sit-down dining room and bar. Online ordering is available for those wanting a quick stop.

value: Pho Zen Vietnamese Cuisine

signal: Explicit pho restaurant, sit-down service, no high-end markers


value: 1595 Marine Drive, North Vancouver

community: North Vancouver

value: Sungiven Foods is a community-focused Asian supermarket chain committed to natural, less-processed foods across Metro Vancouver. The North Vancouver location on Marine Drive stocks a broad range of produce, meat, seafood, packaged goods, and dairy, alongside its own private-label brands developed to international food-safety standards. An in-store Sungiven Kitchen offers an extensive lineup of prepared dishes for cyclists who want a ready meal rather than raw ingredients.

value: Sungiven Foods

detail: Website lists 'Sungiven Kitchen' with named ready-to-eat prepared dishes including stir-fries, soups, and noodle dishes

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: community-focused Asian supermarket chain across Metro Vancouver


value: 5727 Highway 97, Falkland, V0E 1W0

community: Falkland

value: Okanagan Market Place is a convenience store on Highway 97 in Falkland, BC. It serves as a practical stop for touring cyclists seeking basic supplies and amenities.

google_place_id: ChIJRfKffUVpflMRcGGkaKBUVJs

value: Okanagan Market Place

subcategory: Convenience Store


community: Courtenay

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'

region: Vancouver Island


value: 2601 West Broadway

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 30m; rack (3 spaces) at 35m; rack (3 spaces) at 44m; rack (5 spaces) at 44m; rack (7 spaces) at 50m; rack (4 spaces) at 54m; rack (4 spaces) at 57m; rack (6 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; rack (3 spaces) at 69m; stands (9 spaces) at 72m; rack (3 spaces) at 80m; rack (5 spaces) at 86m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 92m; rack (3 spaces) at 98m. Total: 69 spaces.

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 88 Avenue, Langley


value: 1790 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, V2B 3L6

community: Kamloops


value: 1090 Fort Street

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 5m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (8 spaces) at 45m; stands (8 spaces) at 54m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (6 spaces) at 86m; rack at 86m; stands (6 spaces) at 99m. Total: 39 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; rack at 45m; rack at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; rack at 96m. Total: 15 spaces.

value: Torimaru is a fast food restaurant in Vancouver specializing in chicken, formerly operating under the name Canra Plus. The Instagram handle 'torimaruramen' hints at a Japanese-influenced concept, likely centred on chicken ramen or related dishes. It is a no-drive-through location, suggesting a walk-in counter-service format typical of quick-service ramen spots.

value: Torimaru


value: 4725 Rutherford Road, Nanaimo, V9T 4K6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 34m.

community: Nanaimo

value: A McDonald's fast food restaurant on Rutherford Road in Nanaimo, serving burgers, McCafé beverages, and breakfast items. The location offers drive-thru, curbside pickup, and delivery via multiple third-party partners. For touring cyclists passing through north Nanaimo, it is a familiar and accessible stop for a quick meal or snack.

value: McDonald's

detail: Available to customers only

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 6190 Agronomy Road

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 29m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: University Hill

value: Firehouse Subs


value: 1119 Pacific Rim Hwy - Tin Wis Road, Tofino, V0R 3A0

community: Tofino

value: The Tofino Visitor Centre is the official tourism information office for the region, located on the Pacific Rim Highway near Cox Bay. It is operated by Tourism Tofino and serves as the primary resource for visitors seeking local trip planning, area maps, and guidance on activities throughout the Tofino area. For a touring cyclist arriving on the West Coast, this is a logical first stop for route information and local knowledge.

value: Visitor Centre

detail: This is a visitor information centre, not a retail grocery or convenience store. No grocery products mentioned anywhere on the website


community: Abbotsford

value: Taco Del Mar


value: 1532 Ocean Beach Esplanade, Gibsons, BC V0N 1V5

community: Gibsons

value: Chasters Restaurant is the award-winning fine dining venue at Bonniebrook Lodge, the Sunshine Coast's oldest oceanfront heritage lodge in Gibsons, with nearly a century of history. The seasonal menu leans heavily on local and organic Sunshine Coast ingredients, offering à la carte and table d'hôte options spanning fresh seafood, rack of lamb, duck breast, and vegetarian mains in a smart casual room overlooking Georgia Strait. For touring cyclists riding the Ocean Beach Esplanade, it represents one of the most historically significant and scenically situated sit-down meal stops on the coast.

value: Chasters Restaurant

detail: Menu lists items marked '(VG)' (e.g. 'lightly spiced carrot, coconut and ginger soup (VG)') and a vegetarian main ('pecan loaf — mixed tofu & toasted pecans, potato mash, roast vegetables, port reduction'); website states 'If you have any special dietary requirements, please do not hesitate to let us know, we will do our best to accommodate you'

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: award-winning fine dining, heritage lodge, table d'hote; ~$40-65pp


value: 3618 West Broadway, Vancouver, V6R 2B7

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; rack (5 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; rack (5 spaces) at 67m; rack (5 spaces) at 76m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Handi Grill is a long-established Indian restaurant on Vancouver's West Broadway, offering award-winning traditional East Indian cuisine including Tandoori specialties, aromatic curries, and regional favourites crafted from locally-sourced ingredients. The restaurant has operated for over a decade and positions itself as a community-oriented destination rather than just a dining stop. Dine-in, takeout, and delivery are all available, along with a full catering service for events.

value: Handi Grill

detail: Menu lists dedicated Vegetarian Lunch Thali, Vegetarian Dinner Thali, and vegetarian curry options throughout; website references 'vegetarian specialties' as a menu section

signal: Lunch thali $17.95, dinner thali $24.95, appetizers $7–$17.95


bike_access: hard

character: pleasant

energy: restorative

kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Shawl Bay

value: A tiny 2-site sheltered cove on Kingcome Inlet with a small dock and boat ramp — reachable by boat only, making it a non-starter for any touring cyclist without water transport.

value: Moore Bay (BCMT)

ownership: Provincial rec site


value: 515 Harvey Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 83m; lockers (secure) at 84m.

community: Kelowna

value: Subway


value: The Fort Wine Co. is a winery and wine shop located on 84 Avenue in the Langley area of the Fraser Valley, a region known for its agricultural heritage and cycling routes. Tagged in OpenStreetMap as both a craft winery and a wine retail shop, it would represent a farm-gate style destination for cyclists exploring the valley. No current website content is available to confirm operating details.

value: The Fort Wine Co.

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


blurb: W'ui'kinuxv-run grizzly viewing and cultural tours on Rivers Inlet in the Great Bear Rainforest.

category: Attractions

community: Rivers Inlet

value: H'aiagal'ath Grizzly Bear Tours is an Indigenous-owned and operated ecotourism company run by the W'ui'kinuxv people, offering grizzly bear viewing and cultural immersion experiences deep in the Great Bear Rainforest along Rivers Inlet. The operation is rooted in over 14,000 years of W'ui'kinuxv stewardship of the land and follows strict science-based ecotourism protocols to minimize impact on bears and habitat. Guests access the remote W'ui'kinuxv Village by float plane or water taxi from Port Hardy, making this a wilderness destination rather than a roadside stop.

dwell: half

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: low

label: salmon run & grizzly feeding

months: August September October

planning: check-ahead

setting: outdoor

theme: wildlife

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

value: H'aiagal'ath Grizzly Bear Tours

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: fly-in grizzly viewing/cultural tours, Rivers Inlet; far above $35

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: W'ui'kinuxv-owned grizzly viewing and cultural immersion in Rivers Inlet — day-shaping guided wildlife experience.


value: 295 E 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1A7, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 35m; rack at 35m; wall_loops (5 spaces) at 81m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Red Truck Beer Company is a Vancouver craft brewery and taproom whose name and identity are built around a nostalgic working-truck aesthetic. Located near the Vancouver Crossing Loop route, it is a destination-worthy stop for cyclists seeking local beer and a sit-down break. No further details about the space or experience could be confirmed due to website inaccessibility.

value: Red Truck Beer Company

signal: Craft brewery + taproom

wow_evidence: Vancouver craft brewery and taproom


value: 1119 Pacific Rim Hwy - Tin Wis Road, Tofino, BC V0R 3A0

value: Surfside Grill is a takeout-focused seafood and burger restaurant located within Tsawaak RV Resort and Campground on Tofino's Pacific Rim Highway, founded by commercial fisherman Jeff Mikus. The menu leans heavily on fresh local seafood — fish tacos, chowder, oysters, and salmon burgers — sourced with the owner's direct knowledge of the BC fishing industry. A licensed patio serves local beers, ciders, and wines, and the site is accessible via a beach path from Mackenzie Beach.

value: Surfside Grill

detail: Menu lists 'Veggie / Vegan $22' burger under Burgers & Sandwiches, and a 'GF bun' upgrade option is available

ownership: Buy BC (chain)


value: 405 5th Avenue, Stewart, British Columbia V0T 1W0

category: Accommodation

community: Stewart

value: The King Edward Hotel & Motel is the primary full-service accommodation in remote Stewart, BC — a small border town at the end of the Portland Canal opposite Alaska's Misty Fiords National Park. The property offers a range of room types including kitchenette suites with outside entrances, an on-site pub, café, and licensed outdoor patio. Stewart sits at the end of the Glacier Highway and serves as a key resupply and rest point for cyclists riding the remote Stewart-Cassiar corridor.

value: King Edward Hotel

detail: Coin operated laundry machines listed as on-site amenity ('Guest Laundry Facility')

detail: On-site: Prospectors Pub, Casey's Pub, King Ed Cafe, and Licensed Outdoor Patio

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: small-town full-service motel, great-price positioning, Stewart; $100-130

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: primary full-service accommodation in remote Stewart, BC...coin operated laundry machines


value: 5137 Victoria Dr, Vancouver, BC V5P3V1

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 28m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 30m; stands (3 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 11 spaces.

value: Happy Sushi is a neighbourhood Japanese restaurant on Victoria Drive in Vancouver offering a broad menu of sushi, nigiri, donburi, tempura, ramen, and udon. The restaurant emphasises fresh, high-quality ingredients and serves both dine-in and takeout customers. It is a practical meal stop for cyclists exploring the Victoria Drive corridor.

value: Happy Sushi

detail: Menu includes multiple vegetarian items: Vegetable Tempura, Yam Tempura, Pumpkin Tempura, Vegetable Udon, Agedashi Tofu, Edamame, Seaweed Salad, Gomaae Spinach Salad, and Inari Nigiri. No explicit vegan or GF labelling observed

signal: Most mains $15-25 (noodles, rolls, donburi); explicitly advertises 'affordable prices'


value: 137-9040 Blundell Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 1K3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 63m; rack (covered) at 66m; rack (covered) at 87m.

community: Richmond

value: Uncle Sal's Shawarma is a family-run Mediterranean restaurant in Richmond, operated by the same family behind the Al Basha Richmond location since 2015. The menu centres on shawarma wraps and plates featuring lamb, beef, and falafel, all prepared to halal standards. It occupies a strip-mall unit on Blundell Road and pitches itself on consistent food quality and a warm, family-style atmosphere.

value: Uncle Sal's Shawarma

detail: Menu subpage title lists 'Falafel' as a distinct menu category alongside Shawarma, Lamb, and Beef, confirming at least one vegetarian option

confidence: low

signal: shawarma wraps/plates, halal; ~$12-18pp

wow_evidence: family-run Mediterranean restaurant... since 2015


community: Osoyoos

value: McDonald's


value: 1301 Commercial Drive, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (3 spaces) at 40m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Opened in 2022 in Vancouver's Little Italy neighbourhood on Commercial Drive, Mum's the Word is an equal-parts café, cocktail bar, and community hub serving Habitat coffee, classic and signature cocktails, BC craft beer and wine, and comfort-food sandwiches on sourdough from Fife Bakery. The eclectic, laidback spot prides itself on sourcing local purveyors and ingredients and has quickly become a neighbourhood gathering place. A touring cyclist stopping on Commercial Drive will find hot coffee, cold beer, a solid sandwich, and a welcoming vibe.

value: Mum's the Word

detail: Multiple vegan items on the food menu marked '(V)': Hippie Mum (chickpea 'tuna' salad with Chao vegan cheese), Feelin' Good (Field Roast vegan sausage, JUST Egg, Chao vegan cheese). Website also states 'Ask about our vegan options!' A zero-proof cocktail section is also present on the drinks menu

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 331 Sixth Street, New Westminster

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 16m; wall_loops (6 spaces) at 18m; stands at 82m; stands (6 spaces) at 91m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Fruiticana


value: 1150 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 3M9, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands at 86m; stands (10 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m; stands (10 spaces) at 91m; stands (6 spaces) at 93m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Marble Slab Creamery


value: 2865 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 3H1

community: Port Coquitlam

value: The Kebob House is an authentic Persian grill in Port Coquitlam serving kebob combos with saffron basmati rice or side salad and grilled tomato. The restaurant offers both dine-in and takeout, making it a sit-down option for cyclists passing through the Shaughnessy Street corridor. It is a locally operated spot with a focused Persian menu rather than a generic fast-food chain.

value: The Kebob House


community: Rossland

value: Misty Mountain Pizza has been feeding mountain bikers and skiers since 1991 across two BC locations: Rossland and Whistler. The pizzeria offers whole pies, pasta, and in-store slices, with gluten-free crusts and dairy-free cheese available. The Rossland location sits in the heart of Kootenay mountain bike and ski country, making it a natural stop for touring cyclists passing through the region.

value: Misty Mountain Pizza

detail: Website states 'Gluten free and dairy options available' and lists Daiya Dairy Free Cheese; gluten-free 9" and 12" pizzas and cauliflower crusts explicitly listed on menu

region: Kootenay Rockies


value: 7239 Kingsway, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 64m; stands (3 spaces) at 64m; stands (3 spaces) at 98m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Pizza Art is a halal pizza restaurant on Kingsway in Burnaby, part of a two-location operation serving Burnaby and Surrey. The menu spans meat, chicken, veggie, seafood, and classic pizza categories, alongside lahmacun, köfte, and salads. Dough is hand-stretched daily by in-house chefs, and the kitchen accommodates vegan and gluten-free diets.

value: Pizza Art

detail: Website states: 'We also offer vegan and gluten-free options.' Veggie pizza category also listed in the menu


value: BC 37, Kitimat-Stikine

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

community: Remote & backcountry, Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine

value: Kinaskan Lake Provincial Park offers lakeshore camping on a remote northern lake along the Stewart-Cassiar Highway (Hwy 37), with potable water and washrooms on-site; the site is popular with anglers and operates on a short summer season in a genuinely wild Stikine setting.

value: Kinaskan Lake Campground

wow_evidence: lakeshore camping along the Stewart-Cassiar Highway (Hwy 37), with potable water and washrooms on-site; genuinely wild Stikine setting


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 31m; rack at 57m; rack at 83m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Maple Ridge

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 2989 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7N 3J3

community: North Vancouver

value: Queens Cross is a neighborhood pub on Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver, serving a full kitchen menu alongside a cold beer and wine store. The pub broadcasts live sports across 14+ screens and a projector, covering NFL, CFL, NHL, and golf. Families with minors are welcome until 8:30 PM, making it a practical stop for cycling groups of mixed ages.

value: Queens Cross

signal: amenity=pub


value: 265 Lorne Street, Kamloops, V2C 1W2

community: Kamloops

value: Scoopz Ice Cream Parlor is an ice cream shop on Lorne Street in downtown Kamloops, a city that sits at the junction of two major river valleys and sees intense summer heat — making a cold treat a genuine draw for touring cyclists. Its downtown location places it within easy reach of the Trans Canada Trail corridor and the Thompson River cycling routes that pass through the city.

value: Scoopz Ice Cream Parlour


value: Thompson-Nicola, BC V1K 1M9, Canada

bike_access: rough

community: Kingsvale

value: A small, shady free rec site sitting directly on Gillis Lake's north shore with a boat launch, popular with anglers and hunters; the 6.3 km Murray Lake Forest Service Road approach and a very sharp campsite entrance will slow a loaded tourer.

value: Gillis Lake West Recreation Site


value: 26431 Fraser Highway

community: Langley

value: Tim Hortons


value: 5121 26 Street, Vernon, BC

community: Vernon

value: Days Inn by Wyndham Vernon is a national chain hotel located on 26 Street in Vernon, BC, in the heart of the Okanagan — a popular hub for cycling routes including the Okanagan Rail Trail. As a full-service chain property it offers the predictability and accessibility that touring cyclists value when covering long distances through the region.

value: Days Inn by Wyndham Vernon

signal: chain 'days inn'


value: 899 Cruikshank Ridge

community: Mount Washington

value: Mount Washington Chalet is listed as a guest house on Cruikshank Ridge in the Mount Washington Alpine Resort area on Vancouver Island, BC. The resort area is a known ski and outdoor recreation destination, making a chalet-style accommodation plausible. However, the business's website is currently an unconnected Wix domain stub, leaving its current operational status unverifiable.

value: Mount Washington Chalet

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: 4010 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: safe_loops (7 spaces, covered) at 6m; safe_loops (7 spaces, covered) at 7m; rack at 24m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 39m; wall_loops (5 spaces, covered) at 42m; stands (6 spaces) at 50m; stands (3 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 49 spaces.

value: Caffe Artigiano (now branded as Artigiano) is a Vancouver-founded specialty coffee chain with over 25 locations across BC and Alberta, built on a reputation for latte art and internationally award-winning barista craft. The Main Street location offers indoor and outdoor seating, accepts credit and debit cards, and is wheelchair accessible. The chain roasts its own 100% Arabica beans at a Burnaby roastery and emphasizes organic, locally sourced ingredients in its house-made baked goods.

value: Caffe Artigiano

signal: amenity=cafe


value: Donair Dude is a BC-born fast food chain that opened its first location during the 2010 Winter Olympics, growing from a single shop into a multi-location franchise serving Mediterranean-style donair wraps, platters, and poutine. The kitchen emphasizes locally sourced BC farm meats slowly roasted in-house, with a broad menu spanning chicken, beef, lamb, and dedicated vegan options. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, making this a solid hot-meal stop for cyclists on the North Shore.

value: Donair Dude

detail: Website front page lists 'VEGAN' as a distinct menu category; menu includes falafel wraps, falafel platters, falafel plates, tabouli salad, dolmades, hummus, and rice pilaf


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

community: Saanich

value: London Drugs

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 1010 Pandora Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 25m; stands (6 spaces) at 35m; staple (6 spaces) at 39m; staple (6 spaces) at 58m; staple (6 spaces) at 72m. Total: 34 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 1177 Marinaside Crescent, Vancouver, V6Z 2Y3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 42m; stands (7 spaces) at 47m; stands (3 spaces) at 69m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Provence Marinaside is an award-winning French seafood restaurant and bar on Marinaside Crescent in Vancouver's Yaletown neighbourhood, situated steps from the False Creek seawall — one of the city's most popular cycling routes. The menu centres on Provençal-inspired dishes featuring local seafood, with both indoor and outdoor patio seating overlooking the marina. It offers group and private dining bookings and participates in seasonal dining events such as Dine Out Vancouver.

value: Provence Marinaside

signal: award French seafood, waterfront (Provençal); ~$40-60pp

wow_evidence: award-winning French seafood restaurant ... steps from the False Creek seawall


value: 3220 Village Way, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0, Canada

community: Sun Peaks

value: Cahilty Lodge is a 168-room condominium-style hotel and the first accommodation built at Sun Peaks Resort, situated centrally in the ski and bike village just steps from shops and restaurants. Rooms range from traditional lodge rooms with two queen beds to spacious three-bedroom suites, all with heated tile bathroom floors. The lodge is well-suited to self-supported touring cyclists with dedicated secure parkade bike storage and coin-operated guest laundry on-site.

value: Cahilty Lodge

detail: Fourth-floor guest laundry room with coin-operated washing and drying machines; detergent purchasable from front desk

detail: Website states lodge is 'steps away from everything you need in the village' including 'amazing shops and restaurants'; site includes a dedicated Dining section for Sun Peaks Village

label: Rock-bottom

detail: Amenities page: 'a large storage room for skis, boards and bikes, as well as a smaller overflow room... in the west end of the parkade with access using your room key only.'

subcategory: Resort

tier: accredited


value: 488 Railway Ave, Willow River, BC V0J 3C0, Canada

community: Willow River

value: Willow River General Store is a convenience and general store serving a small rural community in the Cariboo region of central British Columbia. Located along a remote stretch of Highway 16 corridor country, it is likely one of the few supply stops for touring cyclists passing through this sparsely populated area. As a general store in an isolated community, it may carry a broad range of everyday goods.

value: Willow River General Store


value: 292 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC V2B 3G3

value: Bright Eye Brewing is a craft brewery and pub on Kamloops' North Shore, pouring house-brewed beers alongside a full kitchen menu of pizzas, burgers, wraps, salads, and small bites. The venue features a 'brewcade' — a combination brewery and arcade — and welcomes all ages when accompanied by an adult. Both dine-in and pick-up ordering are available, making it a practical refuelling stop for cyclists riding Tranquille Road.

value: Bright Eye Brewing

detail: Menu notes 'Can Be Made Vegan Upon Request' on the Lord of the Springs Salad and Crispy Brussels Sprouts, and labels Brussels Sprouts as '(Gluten Friendly)'

wow_evidence: craft brewery and pub ... brewcade — a combination brewery and arcade


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 99m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons

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


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 68m; bollard (2 spaces) at 79m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Comox

value: John's Your Independent Grocer


value: 200 Nicol Street, Nanaimo, V9R 4T2

community: Nanaimo

value: A 28-room motel in Nanaimo providing standard overnight lodging. Free WiFi and air conditioning are available. A conventional roadside motel option for touring cyclists needing accommodation in the region.

value: Harbour Light Motel

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: 28-room conventional roadside motel


value: P.O. Box 1239, Prince George, BC V2L 4V3

price_band: premium

washroom_type: flush

community: Remote & backcountry, Regional District of Fraser-Fort George

value: A mountain lake resort right off Hwy 16 about 60 km east of Prince George, offering lakefront and dry sites with sandy beach, lake swimming, boat launch, and legendary sunsets; reservation-only (no drop-ins), no public wifi, and limited cell service.

value: Purden Lake Resort

wow_evidence: coin-op hot showers and coin-op laundry … sandy beach, lake swimming


value: 8037 120 St, Delta, BC V4C 6P7

community: Delta

value: One20 Public House is a neighbourhood pub in North Delta that bills itself as 'Going Urban in the Burbs,' offering a full food menu spanning tapas, brunch, and desserts alongside draft beer and wine. OSM confirms outdoor seating is available. It sits on the busy Scott Road / 120 St corridor, making it a convenient full-service food-and-drink stop for cyclists passing through the Delta flatlands.

value: One20 Public House

wow_evidence: neighbourhood pub in North Delta


value: 1855 columbia valley road, lindell beach

community: Lindell Beach

value: Cultus Lake Thousand Trails RV Resort


value: Fisherman's Wharf, 1 Dallas Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada

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

value: The Fish Store is a floating seafood restaurant and licensed fish processing plant moored at Fisherman's Wharf in Victoria, where fishing boats tie up directly at the store to deliver their catch. By purchasing fish and shellfish straight from the fishermen and processing on-site, it cuts out the supply chain entirely to offer some of the freshest local seafood on the coast, including salmon, halibut, albacore tuna, Dungeness crab, and spot prawns. The entire menu is 100% Ocean Wise certified, and menus are available in five languages, reflecting its prominence as a destination for visitors to the Inner Harbour waterfront.

value: The Fish Store

detail: Website states 'We offer many gluten-free items' and lists 'GF Options' explicitly on the menu page

signal: floating seafood, fish tacos/fry bar/oysters, value; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: floating seafood restaurant and licensed fish processing plant moored at Fisherman's Wharf... 100% Ocean Wise certified... fishing boats tie up directly at the store


value: 9916 Bean Rd, Little Fort, BC V0E 2C0, Canada

community: Little Fort

value: High five diner is a restaurant located in or near Little Fort, a small community along Highway 24 in BC's North Thompson region. The area sits at a crossroads used by cyclists travelling between the Thompson Valley and the Cariboo, making a diner stop here a practical option for touring riders. Beyond its OSM listing as a restaurant, details about the menu or facilities are not publicly available without a Facebook account.

value: High five diner

signal: diner, Little Fort; ~$14-20pp


value: 5094 Kingsway, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands at 32m; rack (2 spaces) at 73m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 485 East Columbia Street

community: New Westminster


value: 107 2nd Street East, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0

community: Revelstoke

value: Craft Bierhaus is a bar and restaurant billing itself as being 'in the heart of Revelstoke,' with a kitchen centred on slow-smoked meats — brisket, beef ribs, whole chicken, and pork — alongside rotating craft beers and local BC wines. The OSM record notes outdoor seating, making it a sociable place to unwind after a long day in the saddle. Its central downtown location in Revelstoke positions it as a natural end-of-day stop on popular cycling routes through the Columbia Mountains.

value: Craft Bierhaus

detail: Menu explicitly tags multiple items [v] (vegetarian) and [gf] (gluten-free): Local Greens salad [v, gf], Kale Caesar [v], Lemon Dill Tzatziki with Pita [v], and all smoked meat mains are marked [gf]

wow_evidence: in the heart of Revelstoke


value: 265 Trans Canada Hwy, Malahat, BC V0R 2L0

community: Malahat

value: Moon Water Lodge is a boutique hotel perched on the Malahat along the Trans-Canada Highway, offering sweeping panoramic views of Saanich Inlet from private balconies in every room. Restored and reopened in 2014, the lodge ranges from luxury king suites to long-stay studios with full kitchens, and is pet-friendly throughout. Sustainability is central to the operation — the owners led the 'Strawless in BC' campaign and partner with Surfrider — making it a conscientious rest point roughly 25 minutes north of Victoria on a classic Vancouver Island cycling route.

value: Moon Water Lodge

signal: boutique lodge on the Malahat, panoramic inlet views, luxury king suites; $220-300


value: Waves Coffee House


value: 1643 Vernon Street

community: Lumby

value: Twin Creeks Motel sits on Highway 6 three blocks from downtown Lumby, roughly 20 km from Vernon, offering air-conditioned king, double queen, and kitchenette rooms. The motel is positioned as a base for the surrounding Monashee country, with the area well-known for cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and water recreation on nearby Mabel Lake. The website references a second affiliated property under a 'Canada's Best Value Inn' brand, suggesting a small chain operation.

value: Twin Creeks Motel


value: 3151 Edgemont Boulevard, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (12 spaces) at 86m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Krave Kulture is a craft yogurt shop in Edgemont Village that bills itself as Vancouver's first, founded during the pandemic by Kamran and Moji and now expanded to a second location at Lonsdale Quay. The shop makes fresh yogurt in-house daily from organic Canadian milk, serving froyo bowls, smoothies, and probiotic-rich kefir. It has grown into a community hub and offers school and corporate programs alongside its walk-up retail trade.

google_place_id: ChIJUcDTMwtvhlQRgohHNwdtoxo

value: Krave Kulture

wow_evidence: Vancouver's first... expanded to a second location at Lonsdale Quay


value: 510-19800 Lougheed Highway, Pitt Meadows

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 31m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Pitt Meadows

value: Boston Pizza

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'boston pizza'


value: 1629A 128th Street, Surrey, BC

community: Surrey

value: Delitalia is a specialty Italian food shop in the Ocean Park neighbourhood of south Surrey, operating for over 25 years. Owners Penny and Romolo stock high-quality authentic Italian imports including charcuterie, deli items, groceries, and Italian beers, wines, and liqueurs. A touring cyclist passing through would find it a well-stocked stop for provisions and ready-made charcuterie platters.

value: Delitalia Fine Foods

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food

wow_evidence: operating for over 25 years... owners Penny and Romolo stock high-quality authentic Italian imports


value: 909 Burrard Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2N2

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 34m; stands (4 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (68 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m. Total: 90 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: IGA


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

community: Cahilty

value: Knouff Lake Wilderness Resort, established in 1904, is one of the oldest resorts in BC, situated on Knouff Lake roughly 45 minutes from Kamloops. The family-run resort offers rustic log cabins with cast iron wood cook stoves, RV/tent camping, and fishing in a lake that holds a North American fly fishing record. Access requires a 14.6 km dirt road off Tod Heffley Louis Creek Road, making it a remote wilderness destination rather than a roadside stop.

value: Lake View

detail: Laundry room available in the Redwood Cottage only; not a general resort amenity

detail: Available at the Lodge only; limited data, no cell service on site

signal: Same Knouff Lake cabin class (~$100-145); the $5-20 figures are day-use fees, not lodging - banded with siblings

wow_evidence: access requires a 14.6 km dirt road... no cycling-specific amenities


community: Campbell River

value: Save-On-Foods


blurb: Welcome centre beneath the full face of Mount Robson; Berg Lake Trail information.

community: Mount Robson

value: The Mount Robson Visitor Centre is the official BC Parks Welcome Centre at the western entrance to Mount Robson Provincial Park, home to the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3,954 m. Positioned along the Yellowhead Highway (Highway 16), it anchors the 63 km Mount Robson Corridor and serves as the primary information gateway for the world-renowned Berg Lake Trail. Touring cyclists on the transcontinental Yellowhead route will find it a natural stop amid some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in British Columbia.

dwell: quick

facet_confidence: high

planning: walk-up

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: Mount Robson Visitor Centre

ownership: Public

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: BC Parks welcome centre, free

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: BC Parks welcome centre at the base of the classic full-frontal Robson view — the stop every Yellowhead rider makes; Berg Lake Trail gateway.


value: 4011 Bayview Street, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 9m; rack at 34m.

community: Richmond

google_place_id: ChIJcQdnVsoKhlQRTMAEOjrxXEI

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 44550 S Sumas Rd #404, Chilliwack, BC V2R 5M3

community: Chilliwack

value: Old Yale Brewing is an award-winning craft brewery established in 1999 with a full taproom and kitchen in Chilliwack, pouring 15+ beers on tap including lagers, IPAs, sours, and stouts. The Chilliwack location is one of three brewery-kitchen sites spanning BC and Alberta, and offers a broad menu of burgers, pizza, and mains alongside cocktails, cider, and non-alcoholic drinks. Dogs are welcome on the patio and kids are fully accommodated, making it a relaxed and well-rounded stop for touring cyclists in the Fraser Valley.

value: Old Yale Brewing

detail: FAQ states: 'Our menu includes some very yummy vegetarian and vegan-friendly items' and 'Our menu features some delicious gluten-friendly menu items and beverages.'

wow_evidence: award-winning craft brewery established in 1999 with a full taproom and kitchen; one of three brewery-kitchen sites spanning BC and Alberta


value: 5011 Bella Vista Road, Vernon, BC V1H 1A1

blurb: Working honey farm and meadery near Vernon; free tastings and observation hives.

community: Vernon

value: Planet Bee is a working honey farm and meadery on the outskirts of Vernon, BC, where visitors can observe on-site beehives, stroll bee-friendly gardens, and sample honey and mead at the daily tasting bar — all free of charge. The farm produces Western Canada's largest curated selection of raw honey, bottled by hand on-site in the Okanagan Valley. Educational group presentations are offered seasonally, making it a genuinely engaging stop for curious travellers.

dwell: short

label: spring bee emergence & festival

months: April May

season: all

setting: mixed

theme: nature

value: Planet Bee - ferme de miel

signal: Every visit includes bee viewing, gardens, tastings - all free of charge

wow_evidence: Working honey farm and meadery with free tasting bar and observable hives; farm-tasting band.


value: 5818 Beach Ave, Peachland, BC V0H 1X4

community: Peachland

value: Peachland Sushi is a Japanese sushi restaurant located on Beach Avenue in Peachland. It accepts online orders for takeout, making it accessible for cyclists in the small Okanagan community.

value: Peachland Sushi

signal: sushi, takeout; ~$15-25pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 12-4890 Rutherford Road, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 5M1

community: Nanaimo

value: Fatburger Nanaimo is a casual burger restaurant on Rutherford Road offering cooked-to-order burgers made with fresh, never-frozen Alberta Angus beef. A Canadian-owned franchise of the iconic chain founded in 1952, it offers a broad menu including plant-based burgers, chicken, milkshakes, and poutine. Takeout and delivery are available, making it a convenient fuelling stop for cyclists in the south Nanaimo area.

value: Fatburger

detail: Website menu lists 'plant-based burgers' as a distinct menu category


value: 620 Davie Street, Vancouver, V6B 2G5

bike_parking_detail: 20 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (3 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (3 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (4 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; rack (6 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (5 spaces) at 90m. Total: 51 spaces.

value: Manoush'eh is a halal Lebanese and Levantine restaurant on Vancouver's Davie Street specializing in freshly baked manousheh — a traditional Middle Eastern flatbread topped with everything from za'atar and cheese to kafta, falafel, and soujouk. The menu also features plates, wraps, soups, and desserts such as knafeh, with many items clearly marked vegan or vegetarian. Reviewers consistently praise the handmade dough quality and the warm, community-oriented atmosphere.

value: Manoush'eh

detail: Menu labels vegan items (VG) — e.g. Zaatar Manousheh, Falafel Manousheh, Hummus, Mutabal — and vegetarian items (V) — e.g. Cheese Manousheh, Muhamara; homepage states 'Whether a vegan, vegetarian or a meat lover.' No GF labelling found

signal: Mains $11.99–$16.99; casual sit-down Middle Eastern flatbread restaurant


value: 6551 Number 3 Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 59m; rack (4 spaces) at 96m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Cactus Club Cafe

signal: chain 'cactus club'


value: Starbucks


value: 3556 Puntzi Lake Road, Chilanko Forks, BC V0L 1H0, Canada

community: Chilanko Forks

value: Barney's Lakeside Resort is a 12-acre fishing and recreation resort on Puntzi Lake in the remote Chilcotin, positioned roughly midway along the Freedom Highway (Highway 20) between Williams Lake and Bella Coola—a corridor popular with long-distance touring cyclists. The resort offers cabins ranging from one to seven bedrooms with full kitchens and fire pits, plus a 16-site RV campground with lakeside camping. Mountain biking and trail hiking are listed among the recreational activities available in the surrounding area.

value: Barney's Lakeside Resort

detail: Wi-fi is only available in CABIN 5 per the amenities page notice

signal: Basic fishing-resort cabins on Puntzi Lake, ~$100-140


value: 8693 120 St, Delta, BC V4C 6R4, Canada

community: Delta

value: A neighborhood bakery serving Richmond. The business appears active based on its OSM record and phone listing, though the website is currently inaccessible.

value: Kam Oak Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 1518 Stelly's X-Road, Saanichton BC V8M 1S8

community: Central Saanich

value: Tsartlip PUMP is a First Nations-owned convenience store and fuel station operated by the Tsartlip First Nation on W̱SÁNEĆ territory in Saanichton, BC. The store carries groceries, beverages, coffee, frozen treats, ice, and souvenirs including Native Northwest apparel, alongside regular, mid-grade, premium, and diesel fuel. Eligible customers can access tax-exempt purchasing on fuel and select in-store items.

value: Tsartlip (Wjolelp) Pump

detail: Ice listed under Grocery products on website

detail: Air listed under Services on website; gas station air compressors are usable by cyclists for tyre inflation


value: 1434 Ironwood Street, Campbell River, British Columbia, V9W 5T5

blurb: Indigenous-guided whale and grizzly tours on the Salish Sea from Campbell River.

value: Aboriginal Journeys is the longest-running whale watching and grizzly bear viewing tour company in Campbell River, operating on Vancouver Island's coastal waters. Led by local Indigenous guides with decades of experience, guests sail the Salish Sea to spot orcas, humpback whales, and other marine wildlife, or observe grizzly bears from dedicated viewing platforms. The company is flagged as both LGBTQ2+ friendly and accessible on the Destination Indigenous platform.

label: Whale & grizzly season

months: June July August September

source: ITAC

value: Aboriginal Journeys Wildlife and Adventure Tours

signal: whale watching / grizzly viewing tours; $150+/person

wow_evidence: Longest-running whale and grizzly tour company in Campbell River, Indigenous-guided; day-shaping.


value: 4525 Canim Hendrix Road, Forest Grove, V0K 1M0

community: Forest Grove

value: A convenience store and fuel station serving the Forest Grove community. The general store provides retail goods and fuel services in a rural setting.

value: Forest Grove General Store


value: 107-1226 Marine Drive, District of North Vancouver

value: White Spot

signal: chain 'white spot'


blurb: Tranquil mountain lake beside the Yellowhead in the Mount Robson corridor.

community: Red Pass

value: Moose Lake is a natural lake within or adjacent to Mount Robson Provincial Park, situated along the Yellowhead Highway (Highway 16) corridor in eastern BC. The park is one of BC's most celebrated destinations, anchored by Mount Robson at 3,954 m — the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Cyclists riding the Yellowhead route pass directly through this dramatic mountain landscape.

label: Fall colour

months: September October

value: Moose Lake

signal: lake in Mount Robson PP corridor; no day-use fee

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Ground-truth anchor (3): tranquil, scenic lake along the Yellowhead in the Mount Robson corridor.


value: 1708 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (10 spaces) at 34m; stands (6 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 68m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 74m; stands (12 spaces) at 88m. Total: 46 spaces.

value: Sula is a Vancouver-based award-winning Indian restaurant established in 2010, named best Indian restaurant in the city by both Vancouver Magazine and Georgia Straight in 2025. The Davie Street location, opened in 2024, is their downtown outpost offering Indian fusion, tandoori dishes, and share plates alongside a full cocktail program. A touring cyclist passing through the West End or downtown Vancouver will find a full-service sit-down meal, brunch, and takeout options.

value: Sula Indian Restaurant

detail: Website lists Tandoori Momos with 'Choose chicken or Veg', confirming vegetarian options available; no GF or vegan claims found in website content

signal: award Indian, apps $11-13.50, share plates; ~$18-28pp


value: 123 Stafford Avenue

community: Courtenay

value: Stafford House B&B is a guest house on Vancouver Island or the Gulf Islands region of British Columbia, listed in OSM with a Stafford Avenue address. No website content was retrievable, so specific details about the property's character or offerings are unavailable. Touring cyclists passing through the area may find it worth contacting directly to confirm availability and any bike-friendly arrangements.

value: Stafford House B&B

signal: name~'b&b'


value: Safeway


value: 9536 111 Street, Fort St. John, V1J 0P2

community: Fort St. John

value: Pizza Hut

signal: chain 'pizza hut'


value: 6482 Victoria Drive, V5P 3X7

value: Nirvana on Victoria is a family-owned Indian restaurant on Victoria Drive in Vancouver, helmed by husband-and-wife team Ravi and Opi Bedi. Ravi's connection to the restaurant dates back to 1986 when he arrived from Punjab, India and took his first Canadian job there as a cook — he became the owner in 2018. The kitchen centres on house-made masala blends and generational recipes, with a broad menu spanning tandoori dishes, curries, and vegetarian specialties.

value: Nirvana Restaurant

detail: Menu extensively labels vegetarian dishes with '(V)' — including Vegetable Samosas, Dal Palak, Aloo Gobi, Coconut Veg Korma, and others. No explicit vegan or GF labelling found

signal: Main curries $18-21; casual sit-down Indian restaurant

wow_evidence: family-owned Indian restaurant... Ravi's connection to the restaurant dates back to 1986


value: 1069 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (3 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; rack (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 76m; stands (6 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 32 spaces.

value: AMOKA Coffee & Bites is a neighborhood café and bakery in Vancouver's West End, serving handcrafted espresso drinks alongside freshly baked croissants, pastries, and savory breakfast sandwiches on Davie Street. The shop bakes fresh daily and never resells day-old items, making it a reliable morning fuel stop. Dine-in, pickup, and delivery are all available.

value: Amoka

signal: Neighbourhood café + bakery

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 1108 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 24m; stands (4 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (4 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 28 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Bobadog is a Victoria counter-service spot with an inventive fusion menu pairing Asian-inspired hot dogs — topped with kimchi, Japanese BBQ sauce, pineapple salsa, or imitation crab — alongside a large selection of bubble teas, sparkling boba, and fruit teas. The eclectic combination makes it a distinctive quick-stop for cyclists passing through downtown Victoria. The compact format and varied drink menu suit a mid-ride refuel.

value: Bobadog Bubble Tea & Hot Dogs

wow_evidence: inventive fusion menu pairing Asian-inspired hot dogs alongside a large selection of bubble teas


value: 8985 Young Road, Chilliwack, V2P 1L7

value: Benanna Bakery is a quaint, artisanal European-inspired bakery in Chilliwack that has been baking from scratch since 2012. They are known for sourdoughs made with 16+ hour fermentation, traditional European pastries and cakes, and custom celebration cakes using locally sourced ingredients. A touring cyclist stopping here would find freshly baked breads and pastries made daily in-shop — a solid resupply for energy on the road.

value: Benanna Bakery Inc

wow_evidence: baking from scratch since 2012


community: Hope

value: Papa John's

signal: chain 'papa john'


value: 1604 Cedar Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1L2

community: South Wellington

value: The Cranberry Arms is a historic pub and hotel south of Nanaimo with roots dating to 1878, when it was established by Irish settlers on property reportedly won in a card game. It operates as a full-service restaurant and bar with draught beer, daily specials, and live events including karaoke nights. Hotel accommodation is available on-site, making it a potential stop for touring cyclists seeking food, drink, and a bed in the Cedar area.

value: The Cranberry Arms Hotel & Pub

signal: amenity=pub


value: 31 Chartrand Avenue, Logan Lake, BC

blurb: Logan Lake's rec centre: arena, curling rink, and fitness room.

community: Logan Lake

value: The Logan Lake Recreation Centre is the community hub of this small Thompson-Nicola town, housing an ice arena, curling rink, and an 800-square-foot fitness room operated by the LIFT Society with free weights, universal machines, and cardio equipment. It sits in the centre of town on Chartrand Avenue, a short walk from the downtown commercial area. The surrounding area features a trail network that includes purpose-built mountain bike trails, making Logan Lake a potential stop for cycling-focused visitors.

facet_confidence: med

theme: recreation

value: Logan Lake Recreation Center

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Arena, curling rink, and small fitness room; standard rec band in a trail-rich town.


value: 4940 Number 3 Road, Richmond, BC V6X 3A5

value: Icy Bar is a Taiwanese-style shaved-ice dessert bar specializing in DIY bowls, signature fruity shaved icy, and soft snowflake milk ice customized with toppings like mochi, grass jelly, fresh fruit, and red bean. The Richmond shop is one of several Lower Mainland locations and also offers catering and self-serve dessert stations for private events. It could serve as a cooling refreshment stop for touring cyclists passing through the Number 3 Road corridor.

value: Icy Bar

signal: Shaved ice dessert shop, food court locations, quick-service model

wow_evidence: one of several Lower Mainland locations


community: Cranbrook

value: Pizza Hut


value: 34596 DeLair Road, Chilliwack, BC V2S 2C9

community: Abbotsford

value: DQ Grill & Chill is a Dairy Queen franchise in Chilliwack offering burgers, chicken, and ice cream treats including the iconic Blizzard. The Grill & Chill format includes dine-in seating alongside drive-through and takeout service. It sits along DeLair Road and would be a familiar, reliable stop for a touring cyclist needing a quick meal or cold treat.

value: DQ Grill & Chill


value: 2211 Jingle Pot Road, Nanaimo, V9R 6T9

value: Established in 1988, the Jingle Pot Pub is a cozy, rustic neighbourhood pub situated in one of Nanaimo's most historically rich areas. It offers a full kitchen menu, a seasonal outdoor patio surrounded by a flower garden, and regular live music performances. Touring cyclists rolling through the Jingle Pot Road corridor will find it a welcoming stop for a meal and cold drink in a genuine local atmosphere.

value: Jingle Pot Pub

wow_evidence: Established in 1988... seasonal outdoor patio surrounded by a flower garden... regular live music performances


value: 19828 Telegraph Trail, Langley, BC V1M 3E5

community: Langley

value: Zythos Greek Mediterranean Grill is a full-service Greek restaurant in Langley's Port Kells neighbourhood, seating up to 85 people with a private party room for groups of up to 26. The menu centres on traditional Greek fare including souvlaki, roast lamb, spanakopita, and house salads. Touring cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley will find a substantial sit-down meal option as well as pickup and delivery through major platforms.

value: Zythos Greek Restaurant;Zythos

signal: Main courses $19-28 per person; sit-down Greek restaurant


value: 645 Dodd Road, Kelowna

blurb: Twin arenas in Kelowna's Rutland Recreation Park.

community: Kelowna

value: Rutland Twin Arena is a City of Kelowna public recreation facility featuring two arenas primarily used for lacrosse, located in the Rutland neighbourhood of Kelowna. As part of the broader Rutland Recreation Park complex, it serves the east Kelowna community as a multi-sport venue. Touring cyclists passing through the area may find it a useful stop as a publicly-operated facility.

value: Rutland Twin Arena

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: Twin lacrosse/multi-sport arenas; standard rec band.


community: Maple Ridge

value: Papa John's


value: ABC Country Restaurant

signal: ABC Country family chain; $15-25/person


value: 1811 Comox Avenue, Comox

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (7 spaces) at 23m; rack (6 spaces) at 42m; rack (4 spaces) at 50m; wall_loops (2 spaces) at 91m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 93m. Total: 23 spaces.

community: Comox

value: Impresso Cafe is a coffee shop located on Comox Avenue in Comox. Limited information is available about the business beyond its Instagram presence.

value: Impresso Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe


value: Squamish

community: Squamish

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: #8 - 4314 Main St, Whistler, BC V8E 1A8

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 28m; stands (8 spaces) at 35m; stands (8 spaces) at 61m; stands (8 spaces) at 63m; stands (8 spaces) at 74m; stands (8 spaces) at 97m. Total: 48 spaces.

community: Whistler

value: All Seasons Grill has operated in Whistler Village since 2009, serving an internationally inspired menu built on locally sourced BC ingredients — ranging from stone-baked pizzas and pastas to globally inflected main dishes. Located in the heart of one of Canada's premier mountain resort towns, the restaurant caters to a broad mix of outdoor enthusiasts including skiers and summer visitors. A dedicated kids menu and multi-course options make it a potential meal stop for families cycling the Sea-to-Sky corridor.

value: All Seasons Grill


value: 1779 Robson Street, Vancouver, V6E 1M5

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 98m. Total: 13 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Banana Leaf is Vancouver's original Malaysian restaurant, established in 1995 and now spanning five Metro Vancouver locations, with this outpost on busy Robson Street. The menu draws on Malaysian, Indonesian, Singaporean, Thai, Chinese, and Indian influences across more than 40 dishes, from Roti Canai and Beef Rendang to fresh seafood preparations. Takeout and delivery are available alongside full dine-in service, making it a practical mid-ride meal stop in the West End.

value: Banana Leaf

detail: Website tasting menu includes vegetarian dishes (Sambal Green Beans, Okra & Eggplant; Green Mango Kerabu Salad)

label: Fine dining

signal: $65 per person tasting menu; prix-fixe format with premium ingredients


character: utilitarian

community: Keefers

value: A small creek-side campsite in BC's Okanagan & Thompson region with washrooms; road surface and detailed amenities are unconfirmed from available sources.

value: Squakum Creek Campsite

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: BC Parks campsite; access road described as narrow, rough, hilly, and busy with logging traffic


value: 2010 Government St, Victoria, BC V8T 4P1

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 20m; rack (12 spaces) at 27m; stands (4 spaces) at 73m; stands (8 spaces) at 77m; stands (8 spaces) at 98m. Total: 40 spaces.

value: Phillips Brewing and Malting Co. is one of the few craft breweries in Canada that malts its own locally-sourced barley, giving their wide-ranging lineup of ales, lagers, sours, and spirits a distinctive farm-to-glass character. The tasting room and adjacent beer shop together offer a full house selection in a family-friendly setting with an outdoor backyard event space. Phillips actively sponsors local cycling events and causes, making it a particularly fitting stop for bike tourists rolling through central Victoria.

value: Phillips Tasting Room

wow_evidence: actively sponsors local cycling events and causes... one of the few craft breweries in Canada that malts its own locally-sourced barley


value: 1596 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 37m; stands (3 spaces) at 40m; stands (3 spaces) at 45m; stands (3 spaces) at 65m; stands (3 spaces) at 69m; rack (3 spaces) at 90m; stands (3 spaces) at 91m; stands (3 spaces) at 99m. Total: 24 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Pizza Garden


value: 420 Horne Lake Rd, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1Z7, Canada

community: Dunsmuir

value: Free Spirit Spheres is a world-renowned treehouse resort on Vancouver Island featuring three handcrafted spherical treehouses suspended among coastal rainforest trees near Qualicum Bay. The adult-only property sits on a 5-acre forested lot with a central pond, shared bathhouse with sauna, and a galley kitchen — a glamping experience marketed as among the most unique accommodations in the world. It could serve as an exotic overnight base for cyclists exploring Vancouver Island's interior and nearby Horne Lake area.

value: Free Spirit Spheres

detail: Website Guest Services page explicitly states: 'NOTE: We do not provide breakfast.'

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Luna $395/night, Melody $375/night, Eryn $355/night


value: 9072 Cedar Street, Mission, V2S 1A7

community: Mission

value: Husky


value: 4200 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton, BC V2A 0K4

community: West Bench

value: A family-oriented private campground directly on Skaha Lake at Penticton's south entrance off Highway 97, offering waterfront tent sites, a private sandy beach, and a heated outdoor pool; expect crowds in peak summer and note that advance reservations require week-long minimum stays.

value: Wright's Beach Camp RV Park

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: coin-operated showers, two laundromats, free wireless internet, a convenience store


value: 1720 Anderton Road, V9M 4B1

community: Lazo

value: Petro-Canada


value: Cranbrook

value: Real Canadian Superstore

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 2101 Lahb Avenue, Vancouver, V6L 0B9

value: Safeway


value: 3-2850 Oxford Street Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 5L7

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Pomodoro Pizza is a Port Coquitlam pizzeria specialising in hand-made dough prepared fresh in-house daily. The restaurant offers both pick-up and delivery, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the Oxford Street area. Online ordering is available through their website.

value: Pomodoro Pizza

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 101 Main Street, Britannia Beach, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Britannia Beach

value: Copper Beach Bar + Kitchen is a full-service restaurant and bar perched on the Sea to Sky Highway in the historic copper-mining village of Britannia Beach, roughly halfway between Vancouver and Squamish. The heated patio overlooks Howe Sound and Britannia Bay, making it a natural rest stop for cyclists riding the Sea to Sky corridor. The venue seats up to 120 guests, serves burgers, American classics, and brunch, and is dog-friendly on the patio.

value: Copper Beach Bar + Kitchen

signal: cuisine=burger


value: Canada, British Columbia, Coquitlam, Glen Dr, unit 107

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 58m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Coquitlam

value: Gooi-Ga Korean BBQ is a Korean barbecue restaurant located in North Vancouver, offering the interactive tabletop grill experience typical of the genre. Korean BBQ restaurants are popular refuelling stops for touring cyclists seeking high-protein, communal meals with generous portions. The restaurant was verified as open in late December 2024 via OSM.

value: Gooi-Ga Korean BBQ

signal: Korean BBQ tabletop grill; typical spend $30-45/person

wow_evidence: Korean barbecue restaurant... check_date of 2024-12-26


value: 2493 Gammon Road, Naramata BC V0H 1N1

community: Naramata

value: Lang Vineyards holds the distinction of being British Columbia's first farm-gate winery, founded by Guenther Lang in 1990 and home to the oldest vines on the Naramata Bench. Now in its 35th year, this boutique family estate produces a wide range from crisp whites and rosés to dessert wines, with tastings available by reservation. The Naramata Bench is one of the Okanagan's premier cycling corridors, and this historic winery sits directly along that route.

value: Lang Vineyards

signal: BC's first farm-gate winery, tastings

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: British Columbia's first farm-gate winery … home to the oldest vines on the Naramata Bench


value: 37991 Second Ave, Squamish BC V8B 1A8

value: The Salted Vine Kitchen + Bar occupies Squamish's oldest surviving building, a 1910 structure at the corner of Second and Victoria, outfitted with modern-country farmhouse décor of reclaimed poplar panels, grey teak tables, and custom-milled maple accents. The menu centres on sustainably sourced, seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredients—fresh daily oysters, BC salmon, handcrafted cocktails, and an extensive wine list—making it one of the most refined dining stops on the Sea-to-Sky corridor between Vancouver and Whistler. A 70-seat dining room and lounge is complemented by a 20-seat patio.

value: The Salted Vine

detail: Website states: 'Take out and dine in available from 5:00-9:00pm Wednesday-Sunday.'

detail: Dedicated Gluten Free Menu listed in site navigation; menu includes vegetarian items such as Pad Thai (tofu), House Greens, North Arm Farm Beet Salad, and Warm Olives

signal: Mains $29-39; prix-fixe menu; fresh oysters; upscale positioning

wow_evidence: occupies Squamish's oldest surviving building, a 1910 structure... one of the most refined dining stops on the Sea-to-Sky corridor


value: 4567 Lougheed Highway (Amazing Brentwood TABLES Food Court), Burnaby, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 74m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Haidilao Express is part of the internationally renowned Haidilao hot pot chain, which entered Canada in December 2018 and has grown to thousands of locations worldwide. The hot pot concept centres on customizable soup bases, thinly sliced meats, fresh seafood, and a mix-your-own dipping sauce bar. This North Vancouver location sits on the second floor and is an indoor-only dining environment.

value: Haidilao Express

signal: Sit-down hot pot; no menu prices provided on page


value: Unit 125, 1828 McCallum Road, Chilliwack, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 38m; rack (3 spaces) at 96m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: everything WINE is a BC-based specialty wine and spirits retail chain offering a broad selection of wines organized by varietal, region, and occasion, alongside beer, cider, and spirits. The Chilliwack location at McCallum Road is part of the company's multi-store footprint serving the Fraser Valley. The store stocks a curated range of local BC wines alongside international selections, and offers a wine club and event consultation services.

value: everything WINE

detail: Retail alcohol shop; no food preparation or packed lunch service indicated

signal: retail wine/spirits store (not a dining venue)

wow_evidence: BC-based specialty wine and spirits retail chain … multi-store footprint serving the Fraser Valley


value: Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 58m. Total: 6 spaces.

blurb: Visitor information desk at the Canada Place waterfront complex.

value: Canada Place Welcome Centre is a tourist information office situated at the landmark Canada Place complex on Vancouver's downtown waterfront. It serves as a visitor orientation point for one of the city's most recognizable destinations, which also functions as a cruise ship terminal and convention venue. Touring cyclists arriving at the waterfront could use it as a starting point for maps and local visitor information.

value: Canada Place Welcome Centre

signal: Canada Place welcome centre, free

wow_evidence: Secondary staffed visitor info office at Canada Place, distinct from the Destination Vancouver VC 73m away; small-VC ladder.


value: 508 West Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 0G8

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 45m; rack (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (9 spaces) at 85m; rack (2 spaces) at 85m. Total: 15 spaces.

value: Ignite Pizzeria Express is the Gastown outpost of a Vancouver stone-fired pizza chain founded in 2017, and the only Express-format location in the group where pizza by the slice is sold. Hand-tossed pies are fired at 800° with a low-sodium dough rested for three days, and the menu spans carnivore, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-friendly options. It sits on West Cordova Street in the heart of historic Gastown, making it a convenient refuelling stop for cyclists cutting through downtown Vancouver.

value: Ignite Pizzeria Express

detail: Menu has a dedicated 'Herbivore + Vegan' section; gluten-friendly housemade crust available for medium pizzas; catering page lists 'gluten-friendly, vegetarian, and vegan selections.'


value: 625 Howe St., Suite 100, Vancouver, BC V6C2T6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (4 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (6 spaces) at 78m; stands (4 spaces) at 98m; stands (5 spaces) at 98m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Pho Quynh Express is a Vietnamese noodle house in downtown Vancouver offering a broad menu of phở, vermicelli bowls, rice dishes, and appetizers including Vietnamese and vegetarian options. It is one of three Vancouver locations in the Pho Quynh Express chain, making it a predictable and familiar stop for cyclists passing through the city core. Online ordering with pickup is available, allowing cyclists to call ahead and minimize wait time.

value: Pho Quynh Express

detail: Website menu legend marks vegetarian items and lists dedicated vegetarian appetizers and a no-meat noodle soup option

signal: Pho/noodle shop; mains $17–20; Express format suggests quick-casual.


value: 9535 Canora Road, V8L 1P3

community: Sidney

value: A restaurant offering regional cuisine in Sidney. Limited details available due to website access issues, but appears to be a local establishment in this Vancouver Island community.

value: Mary's Bleue Moon Cafe

signal: cafe, Sidney; ~$15-22pp


value: 3377 Kingsway, Vancouver, V5R 5K6

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (7 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Li's China Grill (烤之味) is a Chinese restaurant on Kingsway in Vancouver specializing in grilled fish and Chinese-style BBQ (chuan cuisine). The restaurant offers table reservations through its website and online ordering. It has been described on its own site as a beloved fixture of the Kingsway dining scene, delivering Sichuan-influenced flavours in the heart of the city.

value: Li's China Grill

signal: Chinese grill/BBQ (grilled fish); ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: Chinese restaurant on Kingsway specializing in grilled fish and Chinese-style BBQ


value: 7299 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 28m; stands (3 spaces) at 62m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: A McDonald's fast food restaurant situated on the busy Kingsway corridor in Vancouver, serving burgers, chicken, breakfast items, and McCafé beverages. The location includes both indoor and outdoor seating areas and a drive-through lane. It sits on a well-travelled urban cycling route connecting Burnaby and Vancouver.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


community: Central Saanich

value: BC Liquor Store (store #59) is a provincial government-run BCLIQUOR retail outlet in Sidney, BC, offering wine, spirits, beer, coolers, and ciders. The chain operates 198 stores across British Columbia and serves over 36 million customers annually. Cyclists passing through Sidney could stop here for beverage resupply, though the store does not appear to offer dedicated cyclist services.

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 300 Spirit Bear Dr, Klemtu, BC V0T 1L0, Canada

community: Klemtu

value: Spirit Bear Lodge is British Columbia's most remote wildlife viewing lodge, owned and operated by the Kitasoo Xai'xais First Nation in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest near Klemtu. Named a World's Best Adventure by National Geographic in 2025, the lodge offers all-inclusive multi-day packages focused on spirit bear and grizzly bear viewing, cultural immersion, and wilderness exploration within Kitasoo Xai'xais Traditional Territory. It was founded in 2001 and has become a widely cited model for Indigenous-led, conservation-based ecotourism.

source: ITBC+ITAC

value: Spirit Bear Lodge

signal: all-inclusive multi-day wildlife packages, fly/boat-in Great Bear Rainforest, Kitasoo Xai'xais-owned; per-night equivalent far above $350

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: Named a World's Best Adventure by National Geographic in 2025...owned and operated by the Kitasoo Xai'xais First Nation


value: 20631 Fraser Hwy #102, Langley, BC V3A 4G5

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 12m; rack (3 spaces) at 37m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Donair Togo is a halal kebab restaurant on Fraser Highway in Langley specializing in donair wraps, platters, and salad plates made with chicken, beef, lamb, or falafel. The restaurant is known for its signature Donair Poutine — poutine topped with donair meat — and a menu of Mediterranean-inspired sides including falafel, Greek salad, and baklava. Takeout and delivery are both available, making it a practical stop for cyclists looking for a filling meal on the highway corridor.

value: Donair Togo

detail: Menu lists falafel wraps, falafel platters, and falafel salad plates as vegetarian options

signal: cuisine=kebab

wow_evidence: halal kebab restaurant… Takeout and delivery are both available


value: 1206 Main Street, Smithers, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 12m.

community: Smithers

value: Bugwood Coffee is a specialty coffee roaster and cafe on Main Street in downtown Smithers, BC, housed in a distinctive timber-frame building constructed from mountain pine beetle-damaged 'bugwood' lumber — the forestry history that gives it its name and character. Founded by Nick and Mika Meyer, who drew on their own forestry backgrounds, the business sources and hand-roasts its own beans and has earned a strong local reputation as Smithers' best coffee, complete with a sample bar and regular latte art events. A separate roastery and coffee-education space operates nearby on Fulton Ave, making it a genuine destination for coffee-curious touring cyclists passing through north-central BC.

value: Bugwood

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: specialty coffee roaster and cafe... housed in a distinctive timber-frame building constructed from mountain pine beetle-damaged 'bugwood' lumber


community: Kitimat

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 1675 Versatile Drive, Kamloops, V1S 1W7

community: Kamloops

value: Costco


value: 265 Kingsway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 69m; rack at 72m; rack at 76m; rack at 82m; rack at 93m; rack at 97m.

community: Vancouver

value: Sprezzatura is a pizza restaurant located on Kingsway in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood. Situated along a well-travelled urban corridor, it offers a convenient stop for cyclists moving through the city.

value: Sprezzatura


value: 3980 Fraser Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Nammos Estiatorio is a modern Greek restaurant on Vancouver's Fraser Street serving traditional Mediterranean dishes family-style, with house-made cocktails and an exclusively Greek wine list. The restaurant has been featured in the Michelin Guide, Montecristo Magazine, and Destination Vancouver, placing it among the city's more acclaimed neighbourhood dining destinations. Dishes span Greek classics from hand-rolled dolmathes and saganaki to grilled octopus and slow-roasted lamb shoulder.

value: Nammos Estiatorio

detail: Menu explicitly lists 'MOUSSAKA BEEF OR VEGETARIAN' and includes multiple vegetarian-suitable dishes: Spanakopita, Horiatiki, Marouli, Dolmathes, Hummus, and vegetable sides

signal: Main courses $28–$44 indicate upscale pricing


value: 4152 Hastings St, Burnaby, BC V5C 2J3

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; rack (3 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (covered) at 85m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Osaka Sushi is a Japanese restaurant on Hastings Street in Burnaby offering an extensive menu spanning nigiri, sashimi, specialty rolls, ramen, udon, tempura, and donburi. The restaurant serves beer and house wine alongside its food menu. Both dine-in and takeout are available, with online ordering through the restaurant's own website.

value: Osaka Sushi

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Vegetarian Roll Sushi' category with 14 items

signal: sushi, affordable, beer/wine; ~$15-24pp

wow_evidence: dine-in and take-out meals


value: 12383 BC-26, Wells, BC V0K 0B8, Canada

community: Wells

value: Jack O'Clubs General Store is a convenience and general store located in a remote stretch of the Cariboo, Chilcotin & Central Interior region of British Columbia. In this sparsely populated part of the province, general stores serve as essential resupply points for touring cyclists on long-distance routes. Very limited information is publicly available, as the business's only known web presence is a Facebook page.

value: Jack O'Clubs General Store

detail: No website content available to confirm specific stock


community: Vernon

value: Walmart Supercenter is a large-format department and grocery store serving Vernon, BC. As a Supercenter, it carries a full grocery section alongside general merchandise including electronics, clothing, toys, and baby products. Touring cyclists will find it a convenient one-stop shop for resupply in the Vernon area.

value: Walmart

wow_evidence: Walmart Supercenter… full grocery section alongside general merchandise


value: 9317 96 Street, Unit 107, Fort St John, BC V1J 6V5

community: Fort St. John

value: The Chopped Leaf is a Canadian fast-casual chain founded in 2009 with 124+ locations, specializing in customizable salads, wraps, bowls, soups, and sandwiches marketed as 'comfort greens.' The Fort St John location sits in a commercial strip unit on 96 Street in the city's main retail corridor. Touring cyclists heading through the Peace River region would find it a convenient stop for a fresh, customizable meal.

value: The Chopped Leaf

signal: Chopped Leaf fast-casual chain; ~$12-15


community: Mission

value: Blenz Coffee

signal: chain 'blenz'


value: 15555 Sunshine Coast Highway

blurb: Ruby Lake swimming and picnic park on the Sunshine Coast Highway.

community: Earls Cove

value: Dan Bosch Park is a nature reserve on British Columbia's Sunshine Coast, operated by the Sunshine Coast Regional District and situated directly along the Sunshine Coast Highway — a popular touring corridor. The park permits leashed dogs, suggesting trail access suitable for active visitors. Touring cyclists passing through the area may find it a scenic roadside stop, though specific on-site facilities are not documented.

value: Dan Bosch Park

wow_evidence: SCRD park on Ruby Lake with swimming and picnic areas, right on the Sunshine Coast Highway — good hot-day stop.


value: 558 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, V6B 1Y1

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 39m; stands (20 spaces) at 63m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Pokérrito Dunsmuir is a quick-service poke bowl and sushi burrito restaurant in the heart of downtown Vancouver's Financial District, steps from Granville and Burrard SkyTrain stations. The Pan-Asian concept features sushi-grade salmon and tuna alongside plant-based proteins, with over 50 customizable bowl and burrito combinations. It is a compact urban eatery well-suited for cyclists seeking a fast, build-your-own meal on a busy downtown corridor.

value: Pokérrito

detail: Menu pages explicitly mark vegan options with 🌱 (e.g. Citrus Ponzu, Classic Shoyu, Sweet Chili, SSS) and gluten-free options with (GF); plant-based proteins including fried tofu and avocado listed


value: 648 Terminal Avenue, Nanaimo, V9R 5E2

community: Nanaimo

value: The Pantry Restaurant is a casual dining spot in central Nanaimo with outdoor seating, suitable for cyclists seeking a sit-down meal or coffee break. Located on Terminal Avenue, it provides dine-in service with flexible payment options. Touring cyclists will find it a convenient place to refuel between rides.

value: The Pantry Restaurant Nanaimo

signal: casual diner/cafe; ~$15-22pp

wow_evidence: casual dining spot in central Nanaimo


value: 45793 Luckakuck Way Unit# 105, Chilliwack, BC V2R 5S3

community: Chilliwack

value: This Tim Hortons in Sardis is a full-service outpost of Canada's most ubiquitous coffee chain, located in a retail plaza on Luckakuck Way in Chilliwack. It offers a complete menu spanning freshly brewed coffee, espresso drinks, breakfast wraps with Canadian eggs, baked goods, soups, and chili — enough variety for a proper mid-ride fuel stop. The dine-in setting with drive-through availability makes it a dependable and familiar waypoint on routes through the Fraser Valley.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'

detail: Website confirms dine-in seating, consistent with washroom availability. Website does not explicitly mention washrooms

wow_evidence: Has WiFi


value: 458 Southwest Marine Drive, Vancouver, V5X 0C4

value: 大統華 T&T Supermarket


kid_friendly: no

community: Stillwater

value: A remote wilderness campsite on Fight Lake in the Wells Gray area, reachable only by hard off-road travel; no confirmed amenities or water on record, making it a true backcountry overnight with nothing guaranteed.

value: Fight Lake Wilderness Campsite


value: 180 Central Rd #2, Duncan, BC V9L 4X3, Canada

community: Ganges

value: Sushi 2 Go is a fast-food sushi spot located on or near Salt Spring Island, BC, suggested by the Instagram handle 'sushi2go_ssi'. It offers a quick sushi option for cyclists exploring the Gulf Islands. The recent OSM check date of March 2026 indicates the business was active as of that visit.

value: Sushi 2 Go

wow_evidence: fast-food sushi business with a recent OSM check date (2026-03-23)


bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Kelowna

value: Kelowna Cycle, also branded as 'The Hub', is a full-service bicycle retailer in Kelowna carrying road, mountain, gravel, commuter, and electric bikes from brands including Cannondale, Rocky Mountain, Norco, Moustache, and Bianchi. Their in-house service department (Hub Bike Service) handles everything from basic tune-ups to complex repairs. Touring cyclists will find a broad inventory of replacement parts — chains, cables, tires, tubes, derailleurs, and more — alongside a complete accessories selection.

value: Kelowna Cycle

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: Hub Bike Service - Tune-Up & Repair; full-service bicycle retailer in Kelowna


value: 2910 Kilpatrick Ave, Courtenay, BC

community: Courtenay

value: Kelly & Carlos O'Bryan's is an Irish-themed neighborhood restaurant and pub chain with a Courtenay outpost that has been serving the Comox Valley for over six years. Situated right off Highway 19A at the entrance to Courtenay, it offers full lunch and dinner service, a daily happy hour, and an extensive drinks menu spanning Irish pints to BC wines. It is part of a well-established regional BC chain known for consistent pub fare in a lively atmosphere.

value: Kelly & Carlos O'Bryan's

detail: Kids menu explicitly labels 'Gluten Friendly' items with a symbol, indicating GF options are available and tracked; no explicit vegetarian/vegan labelling observed

signal: Neighborhood pub; burger-beer combo $22; daily drink specials $6–9

wow_evidence: well-established regional BC chain


value: 10153 King George Boulevard, Surrey

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 36m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Surrey


value: 641 2nd Avenue, Fernie, BC

community: Fernie

value: The Loaf is a small Italian restaurant that opened in 2024 in the heart of downtown Fernie, serving brunch plates, fresh pasta, and a Neapolitan pizza fermented for seventy-two hours. The kitchen shapes focaccia each morning from the same slow-fermented dough used for their pizza crust. The menu rotates regularly and leans on quality ingredients in a quiet, high-ceilinged room on 2nd Avenue.

value: The Loaf

detail: Menu uses explicit labels: VEG (Vegetarian), VGO (Vegan option), GF (Gluten free), GFO (Gluten free option), DFO (Dairy free option)

signal: Brunch plates and sandwiches $23–28; casual sit-down Italian


community: Harrison Hot Springs

value: Ramada

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Genuine Ramada by Wyndham; Harrison Hot Springs resort-town pricing lifts it to ~$130-180


value: 2281 W Railway St, Abbotsford, BC V2S 2E3

community: Abbotsford

value: Field House Brewing Co. opened its original tasting room in East Abbotsford in 2016 and is known for a constantly rotating tap list spanning crushable ales, experimental IPAs, and funky barrel-aged sours, with at least one new beer released every week. The Abbotsford location features a laid-back patio and beer lawn alongside a farm-to-table canteen, weekly live music, and a community run club. Non-alcoholic beer options are also on tap, making it a genuinely welcoming stop for cyclists who may not be drinking.

value: Field House Brewing

detail: CHWK menu page labels items with 'ⓥ VEGETARIAN' and 'Ⓖ GLUTEN AWARE' symbols; same canteen program operates at both locations

signal: brewery taproom, rotating taps + patio food; ~$16-26pp

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: farm-to-table canteen, weekly live music, and a community run club… at least one new beer released every week


value: 450 Lansdowne Street, Kamloops, V2C 1YC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces, covered) at 39m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 50m; rack (4 spaces) at 72m; rack (8 spaces) at 84m. Total: 22 spaces.

community: Kamloops

value: London Drugs

subcategory: General merchandise


community: Burnaby

value: Kin's Farm Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 3619 Kingsway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 89m. Total: 22 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Sharetea


community: North Vancouver

value: BC Liquor Store


value: 33557 Hawthorne Ave, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5M1

value: A Wendy's fast-food location in Abbotsford serving burgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, and breakfast, with a drive-through open late into the night. As one of four Wendy's locations in Abbotsford, it is a convenient stop for touring cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley corridor. The restaurant offers indoor seating and outdoor seating per OSM, making it a viable rest stop.

value: Wendy's

signal: chain 'wendy'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 1551 West 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 1S1

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 13m; stands (4 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (5 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 17 spaces.

blurb: Metro Vancouver's francophone cultural centre since 1975; theatre, gallery, and summer festival.

value: Founded in 1975 and marking its 50th anniversary in 2025, the Centre culturel francophone de Vancouver is the anchor institution for French-language arts and culture in Metro Vancouver, presenting professional theatre, music, visual arts exhibitions, improv competitions, and an annual summer festival. It also runs a French-language library, language courses, and a summer camp, making it a full-service community hub rather than just a venue. The building houses the Café Salade de Fruit, a sit-down restaurant open most days, which adds practical value for visitors exploring the Kitsilano neighbourhood.

label: Festival d'été francophone

months: June July August

theme: art-culture

value: Centre culturel francophone

detail: Café Salade de Fruit operates on-site; confirmed on /infos-pratiques page with its own website listed as https://www.saladedefruits.com/

ownership: Nonprofit / community

signal: francophone cultural centre, free entry (events ticketed)

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Metro Vancouver's anchor francophone cultural institution since 1975; programming largely event/class-based, casual visit modest. Consistent with cultural-centre precedent (Il Centro).


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces, covered) at 32m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 69m; rack (4 spaces) at 72m. Total: 11 spaces.

value: Wendy's is a North American fast-food chain founded in 1969, known for its square beef patties made from fresh, never-frozen beef and a menu spanning burgers, chicken, chili, salads, and the iconic Frosty dessert. This location on 152 Street serves as a drive-through and takeout stop in the South Surrey corridor. The all-day menu and drive-through configuration make it a practical refuelling point for cyclists on longer routes through the area.


value: 6418 Bay St, West Vancouver, BC V7W 2H1

community: West Vancouver

value: Perched above the waters of Horseshoe Bay, Olive & Anchor is a casual West Coast dining spot serving scratch-made lunches and dinners in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Chef Lisa Kim brings a fine-dining background to a menu of elevated comfort food, complemented by a curated wine list and a selection of local craft and imported beers. Situated 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver in Horseshoe Bay, it makes a natural mid-route stop for cyclists exploring the North Shore.

value: Olive & Anchor

signal: West Coast, elevated comfort, wine list; ~$20-32pp

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 6004 89th Street, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V1

community: Osoyoos

value: A family-owned motel in Osoyoos situated directly across the street from a public beach on Canada's warmest freshwater lake, in the heart of BC's only desert region. The property offers standard motel rooms, suites, and a separate 3-bedroom vacation cottage, with a seasonal heated saltwater pool and complimentary BBQ facilities on-site. It sits walking distance from downtown Osoyoos restaurants and pubs, close to wineries, the Haynes Point campground, and the US border crossing.

value: Lakeview Motel and Suites

detail: Website states the motel is 'walking distance to... restaurants, and pubs'

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: family-owned motel...directly across the street from a public beach on Canada's warmest freshwater lake...seasonal heated saltwater pool and complimentary BBQ facilities


blurb: Kitimat's Riverlodge recreation and fitness centre.

community: Kitimat

value: Riverlodge is a municipally operated recreation and fitness centre in Kitimat, BC, run by the District of Kitimat. It is one of several public recreation facilities in the city, listed alongside an arena, ice rink, and aquatic centre, suggesting a substantial multi-use complex. Touring cyclists passing through Kitimat would find this a logical stop for its potential fitness and recovery amenities in a remote northern BC community.

value: Riverlodge Recreation Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal rec and fitness centre; standard rec band. Name field holds two semicolon-joined variants.


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

blurb: Japanese garden in Gorge Park, honouring the Takata family's 1907 tea garden.

community: Esquimalt

value: A historical Japanese garden set within Esquimalt Gorge Park, a municipal park in the Township of Esquimalt near Victoria. The park sits along the Gorge Waterway, offering a peaceful green space that makes a pleasant stop on a ride through the Greater Victoria area.

label: spring blossoms

months: March April May

value: Takata Japanese Garden

signal: Japanese garden in municipal Gorge Park, free

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Restored Japanese garden in Esquimalt Gorge Park honouring the Takata family's pre-war tea garden, lost to the 1942 internment (own knowledge deepens thin record).