value: 3136 Main Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 16 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; rack (3 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 33 spaces.

value: Caffè Mira is a Vancouver neighbourhood coffee shop that opened its first location in 2017 and has since grown to three locations across the city and New Westminster. The Main Street location sits on one of Vancouver's busiest cycling corridors and offers dine-in or takeout with a menu of beverages, sandwiches, and pastries. Catering and third-party delivery (DoorDash, Uber Eats, SkipTheDishes) are also available.

value: Caffè Mira


source: enrichment

value: 3749 Shelbourne Street, suite# 219, Saanich, British Columbia V8P 5N4

category: Food & Drink

community: Saanich

value: Phonomenal Vietnamese Café is an authentic pho restaurant that has been serving Greater Victoria since November 2011, located in Shelbourne Village Square at the intersection of Cedar Hill Cross Rd. and Shelbourne St. The menu spans appetizers, large-format pho, grilled sandwiches, rice dishes, and vermicelli, with a signature 'jumble size' pho that the kitchen describes as a standout. Its location within walking distance of the University of Victoria and near Camosun College makes it a natural refuelling stop along the Shelbourne corridor.

value: Phonomenal

detail: Website explicitly lists 'vegetable or tofu' as protein options in pho, confirming vegetarian and vegan choices are available

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Café / Coffee

tier: info


value: 321 Fernwood Road, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1C3

community: Salt Spring Island

value: Off the Hook is a neighbourhood coastal-inspired restaurant on Salt Spring Island's Fernwood Road, situated near Walker's Hook, brought to life by a couple with two decades of shared food adventures around the world. The menu centres on seafood boils, crudos, ceviche, sushi (when a sushi chef is available), smashburgers, and craft cocktails, with a rotating series of globally themed pop-up dinners running in the off-season. The restaurant revived a beloved community space that had closed during the pandemic and has since become a gathering point for both island residents and visitors.

value: Off the Hook

detail: Menu explicitly codes multiple items: Steamed Edamame (Vn, GF), Crispy Eggplant (Vn, GFO), Lemon Cream Pasta (Vegetarian, Vegan Option +$3), Penang Coconut Curry (Vegan & GF), Miso Spinach Salad (GF), and several GFO mains

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: Main courses $30-42: lobster mac, salmon, steak, curry, chicken cutlet

subcategory: Restaurant


source: osm

value: 2991B 10 Avenue Southwest, Salmon Arm

category: Groceries

community: Salmon Arm

value: Bulk Barn

origin: chain

ownership: Buy Canadian

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Grocery Store


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 61m; rack (3 spaces) at 63m; rack (3 spaces) at 64m. Total: 9 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Taco Time

signal: chain 'taco time'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

tier: welcoming


value: 7592 Vedder Road, Chilliwack

community: Chilliwack

value: strEATS Chilliwack Kitchen

signal: strEATS fast-casual street-food chain; ~$12-15

source: judgement

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains


value: 970 West Rd, Quathiaski Cove, BC V0P 1N0

blurb: Quadra's volunteer community hub in Blenkin Memorial Park; events and trails map.

category: Attractions

community: Quathiaski Cove

value: A volunteer-run community centre on Quadra Island, situated in Blenkin Memorial Park in Quathiaski Cove. The centre is the social hub of the island, hosting annual events like May Day celebrations, a fall fair, and a Christmas craft fair, and the society publishes a Quadra Island Trails Map useful for exploring the island. The centre has roots going back to the 1890s settlers of what was then Valdez Island.

dwell: quick

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: med

kid_friendly: neutral

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: Quadra Island Community Centre

ownership: Public

band_key: free

label: Free

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Volunteer-run island social hub with public events and 1890s roots; publishes the island trails map. Real public role, not just rentals.


value: 41 Columbia Street, New Westminster, V3L 1A9

community: New Westminster

value: The Met Liquor Store is a downtown New Westminster liquor shop located on Columbia Street. It provides beverages and snacks to visitors and touring cyclists passing through the community. A convenient retail stop along cycling routes through the area.

value: The Met Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 1961 Harvey Avenue (Hwy 97), Kelowna, BC

community: Kelowna

value: Vietnam Village is a family-run Vietnamese restaurant that has served Kelowna since 2002 from its location on busy Highway 97. The menu spans Phở, Bánh mì, fresh salad rolls, vermicelli bowls, and chef specials, with a wide range of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Cyclists passing through on the Okanagan corridor will find a fully licensed sit-down dining room alongside takeout and delivery options.

value: Vietnam Village

detail: Homepage states 'many vegetarian and vegan options'; menu labels crispy pork spring rolls and fresh salad rolls as 'gluten-free'; a dedicated Vegetarian Menu section is present; tofu substitutions offered across multiple dishes

signal: Mains $12.50–$18, most $13–16, phở and noodle house


value: 74 Eighth St, New Westminster, BC V3M 5Z5

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 41m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Sora Sushi House is a Japanese sushi restaurant in New Westminster with a broad menu spanning nigiri, sashimi, specialty rolls, donburi, and appetizers, all available for pickup via an online ordering system. The restaurant has accumulated over 80 customer reviews and offers a convenient, fast turnaround for a fresh meal. A touring cyclist passing through New Westminster will find a wide variety of filling options including several vegetarian rolls and combos.

value: Sora Sushi House

detail: Menu includes multiple vegetarian rolls (Yam & Avocado, Avocado, Vegetables, Kappa) and vegetarian appetizers (Edamame, Seaweed Salad, Veggie Sunomono, Veggie Combo). No explicit vegan or GF claims found


value: 1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, V3B 0Y1

blurb: Coquitlam's full-service City Centre library branch.

community: Coquitlam

value: The City Centre Branch of the Coquitlam Public Library is a full-service public branch located in the heart of Coquitlam's City Centre neighbourhood. It offers programs for all ages, a library lounge, room bookings, computers and printing, and an extensive digital collection. For touring cyclists moving through the Tri-Cities area, it represents a potential urban rest stop with public services.

energy: restorative

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

value: City Centre Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 4196 Dawson Street, Burnaby, V5C 0A4

community: Burnaby

value: Papa John's

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'papa john'


value: 706 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1H2

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 4m; stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (4 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m. Total: 28 spaces.

blurb: Interactive art arcade of rebuilt vintage machines you're meant to touch.

value: Monkey C Interactive's Artcade is Victoria's award-winning interactive art playground featuring tech-retrofitted vintage machines filled with wild sounds, pulsating music, and blinking lights created by local composers, DJs, and visual artists. Run by artists David Parfit and Scott Amos since 2024, the venue presents an ever-evolving collection of sculptural installations designed to be touched, pressed, and played with by visitors of all ages. Located on Fort Street in Victoria's downtown core, it offers a genuinely unexpected cultural detour for cyclists exploring the city.

days_closed: Mo Tu We

dwell: short

facet_confidence: low

label: Halloween-themed exhibitions

months: October November

planning: walk-up

theme: art-culture

value: Monkey C Interactive's Artcade

detail: Website FAQ states: 'Do you serve food or drinks? No, we are not a bar or restaurant.'

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: Sliding scale $10-30 per person

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Playable art arcade of tech-retrofitted vintage machines by local artists — fly-rod quadrant: quirky, local colour, fun; new (2024) so notability stays 1.


value: 711-10153 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3T 5H9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 78m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Steve's Poké Bar is a Hawaiian-style poké chain founded by Steve Huynh, who grew up between Vancouver and Honolulu learning authentic poké preparation from family recipes. The restaurant has been voted Vancouver's number-one poké spot and has accumulated over 10,000 five-star Google reviews across its Lower Mainland locations. A touring cyclist stopping here can build a customizable, protein-rich bowl from fresh fish, tofu, and a range of toppings, with both in-store pick-up and delivery available.

value: Steve's Poké Bar

detail: Menu includes Shoyu Tofu bowl (7 pcs tofu with avocado, rice, and toppings) as a named vegetarian signature option

wow_evidence: multi-location Hawaiian poké chain across its Lower Mainland locations


value: 1773 Comox Avenue, Comox, BC

community: Comox

value: Sushi Kobo is a sushi restaurant located on Comox Avenue in Comox, on Vancouver Island. It sits in the heart of the Comox Valley, a popular cycling destination with connections to regional trail networks and the Island Highway route. Touring cyclists passing through the area would find it a potential lunch or dinner stop for Japanese cuisine.

value: Sushi Kobo

band_key: casual

confidence: medium

label: Casual

signal: sushi restaurant; $15-25/person


value: 5979 West Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6M 3X1, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 60m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 62m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: BBT Café is a Taiwanese bubble tea restaurant and café in Vancouver's Kerrisdale neighbourhood, serving a broad menu of traditional cold snacks, hot pot, noodles, soups, and toast alongside their signature bubble teas. The restaurant also carries wine, beer, and sake, making it a more substantial stop than the name alone suggests. Dine-in table booking and takeout are both available.

value: BBT Café

detail: Dedicated 養生素食 HEALTHY VEGETARIAN menu section; numerous individual items labeled 'Vegetarian Vegan' (marinated dry tofu, wheat gluten, deep-fried spring rolls, deep-fried tofu, daikon baked cake, red bean baked cake, sweet corn, edamame)

confidence: low

signal: Taiwanese bubble tea cafe + snacks $9-15/hot pot; ~$14-22pp


value: 6901 Island Highway North, Nanaimo

community: Nanaimo

value: Save-On-Foods

ownership: Buy BC (chain)


value: 3610 Carrington Road, West Kelowna, V4T 2J3

community: West Kelowna

value: The Chopped Leaf

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


value: 2581 Mary Hill Road, Port Coquitlam

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Phở T&T

signal: Pho T&T Vietnamese; ~$14-18pp


value: 7175 West Saanich Road, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1P7

community: Central Saanich

value: Shallon Refillery & Naturals is a small zero-waste shop in Brentwood Bay on Vancouver Island, carrying a curated range of sustainable Canadian-made body care, personal care, and household cleaning products. The refillery model allows customers to bring their own containers and refill products like soaps, lotions, and cleaning concentrates. The shop has a friendly neighbourhood feel, complete with Mabel the shop dog, and is rooted in the local community since opening in 2021.

value: Shallon Refillery & Naturals

wow_evidence: small zero-waste shop in Brentwood Bay... refillery model allows customers to bring their own containers


value: Wok Box


community: Kamloops

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 253 Cook Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3X4

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 8m; staple (4 spaces) at 23m; staple (4 spaces) at 49m; rack at 76m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Thunderbird is a Korean Fried Chicken restaurant tucked into Cook Street Village, one of Victoria's most bike-friendly neighbourhood strips. Founded by Korean-Canadians who moved to Victoria in 2009 and found no KFC restaurants in the city, it specialises in double deep-fried chicken with sauces like Yang-nyeom (sweet & spicy) and Megan Burger (spicy soy). The menu also features bao, chicken katsu curry, cro-waffles, and rice bowls, making it a solid stop for a calorie-rich refuel after a coastal ride.

value: Thunderbird

signal: cuisine=chicken

wow_evidence: Founded by Korean-Canadians who moved to Victoria in 2009...Cook Street Village


value: 6111 River Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 0A2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 14m; rack at 82m.

blurb: Olympic museum with sport simulators inside the 2010 Oval.

community: Richmond

value: The Richmond Olympic Experience is North America's first Olympic Museum Network member, housed inside the Richmond Olympic Oval that hosted long-track speed skating during the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games. Spanning three levels with over 30 exhibits, it blends artifact galleries with hands-on physical challenges and 180° virtual sport simulators — including Olympic bobsleigh, whitewater kayak, and sit-ski. A touring cyclist can pause their ride to test stickhandling skills, view historic Olympic medals up close, and explore Canada's full sport story in one immersive stop.

dwell: half

energy: active

theme: history

value: Richmond Olympic Experience

signal: Olympic museum with simulators; admission ~$18-20

wow_evidence: North America's first IOC Olympic Museum Network member, inside the 2010 speed-skating Oval — verifiable first; a solid two-hour interactive stop.


value: 7060 Kerr Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 48m; stands (5 spaces) at 83m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Kin's Farm Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market


value: 13483 72 Avenue, Surrey, V3W 2N7

value: Founded in 1974 by Spanish-born Valentine Aguirre, Old Surrey Restaurant is a long-established French fine dining landmark in Surrey's Fraser Valley, sourcing lamb and veal from the family's own Chilliwack farm. The restaurant is known for tableside theatrical service including flambéed desserts and Caesar salads prepared at the table. It also partners with Surrey Civic Theatres, making it a destination for an evening cultural outing that a touring cyclist might plan ahead for.

value: Old Surrey Restaurant

detail: Dinner menu explicitly labels Bruschetta as 'Vegetarian'. No vegan or GF labelling observed

label: Fine dining

signal: Chef's Table, fine dining reputation since 1974, extensive wine program, premium table-side service

wow_evidence: Founded in 1974 by Spanish-born Valentine Aguirre … sourcing lamb and veal from the family's own Chilliwack farm


value: 6707 Lakeside Drive, Oliver, BC V0H 1T4, Canada

bike_access: easy

character: destination

season: summer

washroom_type: flush

category: Camping

community: Oliver

source: camping

value: A classic Okanagan resort on safe, shallow Tuc-el-Nuit Lake with a 500-foot private beach and shaded full hook-up RV campsites; situated in Oliver's wine country with dozens of rideable winery destinations nearby, though all listed sites are full hook-up RV pads with no tent-specific pitches mentioned.

value: The Lakeside Resort

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: Steak-on-the-Lake golf/cycling/wine-touring planning services


value: On the Run

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 4151 Hazelbridge Way, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 41m; rack at 60m; rack at 64m; rack at 95m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Great Mountain Ginseng is a specialty Chinese health food retailer focused on Canadian (American) ginseng, bird's nest, sea cucumber, and traditional Chinese herbal medicines, operating both an e-commerce store and a physical retail location in Richmond. The store is housed inside a shopping complex and offers in-store pickup alongside online orders. Touring cyclists could find dried goods, snack foods, specialty hot drink powders, and a range of health-focused food items here.

value: Great Mountain Ginseng

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food

wow_evidence: specialty Chinese health food retailer focused on Canadian (American) ginseng... housed inside a shopping complex


bike_access: hard

kid_friendly: no

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: River Jordan

value: A wilderness beach campsite on the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail, reached by a roughly 2.5 km hike through old-growth coastal forest to a dramatic ocean beach with a sea cave and waterfall; no vehicle or bike access, fee required, and a short summer season.

value: Mystic Beach Campsite

ownership: Provincial park

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: Juan de Fuca Marine Trail... dramatic ocean beach with a sea cave and waterfall; no vehicle or bike access


value: 13980 108 Avenue, Surrey

value: A convenience grocery store in Surrey serving the local community. Offers basic supplies and refreshments as a practical stop for cyclists in the area.

value: Soo's Grocery

wow_evidence: convenience grocery store in Surrey


value: 7172 Kerr St, Vancouver, BC V5S 1Z1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 24m; stands (5 spaces) at 35m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: West Coast Smokery is a South Vancouver neighbourhood deli and specialty food shop located in Champlain Square, operating for over seven years and recently under new ownership since 2024. The shop specialises in organic, non-medicated smoked meats — grass-fed beef, artisan sausages, and halal/kosher selections — alongside hard-to-find Mexican and European imports such as dried chiles and artisan cheeses. A touring cyclist passing through South Vancouver can stock up on high-quality protein and specialty provisions not found in chain stores.

value: West Coast Smokerie Co.

wow_evidence: neighbourhood deli and specialty food shop... organic, non-medicated smoked meats — grass-fed beef, artisan sausages, and halal/kosher selections


value: Central Kootenay D, BC V0G 1M0, Canada

category: Accommodation

community: Crescent Bay

value: Kokanee Glacier Cabin is a remote backcountry alpine hut operated by the Alpine Club of Canada in the Kokanee Glacier area of British Columbia's Kootenay region. With a capacity of 13 guests and a mandatory reservation system, it serves mountaineers and wilderness travelers seeking a basecamp in the Selkirk Mountains. As a classic ACC hut, it offers basic wilderness shelter well beyond road access, making it an adventurous destination for self-sufficient cycle-tourers willing to venture into the alpine.

value: Kokanee Glacier Cabin

label: Rock-bottom

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: remote backcountry alpine hut operated by the Alpine Club of Canada … well beyond road access


value: 140 Esplanade Ave, Harrison Hot Springs, BC V0M 1K0

community: Harrison Hot Springs

value: Basecamp Burger Joint is a casual sit-down burger and breakfast restaurant perched on Esplanade Avenue in Harrison Hot Springs, a well-known cycling destination in the Fraser Valley. The kitchen builds burgers from 100% Premium Alberta beef patties made in-house, and the menu ranges from classic egg benedicts and buttermilk pancakes through to a grilled wild salmon burger and a fully vegan Beyond Burger. Its lakeside village location makes it a natural mid-ride or end-of-day refuelling stop for cyclists coming off the Harrison or Vedder corridor routes.

value: Basecamp Burger Joint

detail: Menu lists Beyond Burger (vegan plant-based patty), Forest Burger (vegetarian patty made with brown rice, mushrooms, and rolled oats), and a gluten-free bun substitution option

signal: cuisine=burger


value: 310 Cariboo Highway, 100 Mile House

community: 100 Mile House

value: A family-run motel and RV park on Highway 97 in 100 Mile House, in the heart of BC's Cariboo region, recognized by Destination BC as a 'Very Clean, Good Economy & Valued Motel and Campground.' Accommodation ranges from standard and deluxe motel rooms to fully equipped kitchen units, with a year-round RV park offering full hook-ups operable in temperatures as low as -20°C. The property serves as a practical overnight stop for cyclists touring the Cariboo Highway corridor.

value: 100 Mile Motel & RV Park

detail: RV park page lists 'Laundry Facilities' as an on-site amenity

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: family-run motel and RV park... recognized by Destination BC as a 'Very Clean, Good Economy & Valued Motel and Campground'


value: 945 Columbia St W, Kamloops, BC

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

value: Sahali Liquor Store is a private bottle shop located behind the Sahali Mall in Kamloops, operated by the adjacent Fox N Hounds Pub. It stocks 28 fully loaded cooler doors of cold beer, cider, and craft brews alongside wines, spirits, and BC VQA selections, making it a convenient cold-drink stop for cyclists passing through the city. The store also offers a call-ahead cold delivery service and a loyalty program shared with the neighbouring pub.

value: Sahali Liquor Store


value: 919 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 2C2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 56m; rack at 77m; rack at 89m.

community: Victoria

value: The Games Room is a dedicated sports and games bar within the multi-venue Strathcona Hotel complex in downtown Victoria, featuring 14 plasma screens, an 18-foot projector screen, pool tables, and a raised mezzanine dart hall. It is part of Vancouver Island's self-described largest pub operation and draws a lively crowd for major sporting events. Touring cyclists stopping in downtown Victoria will find solid pub fare and a full bar in a high-energy atmosphere.

value: The Games Room

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


blurb: Preserved Gold Rush Chinatown store inside Barkerville Historic Town.

community: Barkerville

value: Lee Chong Co. Store is one of more than 125 preserved heritage buildings within Barkerville Historic Town & Park, a National Historic Site in British Columbia's Cariboo region and described as western North America's largest living history museum. The park grew from Billy Barker's legendary gold strike on Williams Creek in the 1860s and today immerses visitors in a fully intact Gold Rush-era townscape complete with costumed interpreters and working historical displays. Touring cyclists arriving here find themselves at a remote yet richly developed destination set amid the forests and mountains of the Cariboo.

label: Main Season living history

months: June July August September

value: Lee Chong Co. Store

signal: building within Barkerville; site admission ~$30-35 in season, donation shoulder

wow_evidence: Individual heritage building within Barkerville NHS; Chinatown-significant but experienced as part of the parent visit. Satellite of 5887ff5b38; delight capped parent-2.


value: 6100 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (covered) at 46m; stands (covered) at 51m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 58m; rack (10 spaces, covered) at 59m; stands (15 spaces) at 76m; building (4 spaces) at 80m. Total: 39 spaces.

blurb: Metrotown's three-storey public library on the BC Parkway route.

community: Burnaby

value: A large three-story public library in Burnaby's Metrotown area, conveniently situated along the BC Parkway Urban Trail and Metrotown Bikeway. The branch features a digital studio, low-vision reader workstation, microfilm reader, and rotating art exhibitions from the Burnaby Art Gallery. It is well connected by SkyTrain and bus, with free underground parking available for those arriving by car.

value: Bob Prittie Metrotown Library

detail: Free Wi-Fi listed as in-branch facility; OSM confirms SSID Burnaby-Library-Wifi with no password required

wow_evidence: Large three-storey branch on the BC Parkway — library ladder 1/1.


value: Chimney Lake Rd, 150 Mile House, BC V2G 5J4, Canada

bike_access: rough

character: pleasant

price_band: free

price_label: Free

community: Johnson

value: Open grassland recreation site on Chimney Lake featuring a large sandy beach and designated swimming area, with spacious campsites; access requires roughly 27 km of gravel on Dog Creek and Chimney Valley Roads from Hwy 20.

value: Chimney Lake North Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site


value: 906 South Island Highway

community: Campbell River

value: Fas Gas Convenience Store


value: Central Okanagan, BC V1P 1K3, Canada

community: McCulloch

value: A 39-site reservoir campground with a cartop boat launch and quiet canoe route southeast of Kelowna, accessed via Forest Service Road; seasonal operation runs May 1 to October 15 with no on-site reservations.

value: Mcculloch Reservoir Campground


value: 132 Lower Ganges Rd, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2S9, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 47m; rack at 66m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Ganges

value: Salt Spring Inn is a combined restaurant and accommodation property on Salt Spring Island, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a kids menu. As both an inn and a full-service restaurant, it offers a sit-down dining experience in one of BC's most popular cycling destinations. Touring cyclists riding the island's rural roads would find it a convenient stop for a full meal.

value: Salt Spring Inn

signal: inn restaurant, breakfast/lunch/dinner; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: restaurant and accommodation on Salt Spring Island


value: 1985 Pitt River Road, Port Coquitlam, BC

value: Mary Hill Market is a neighbourhood convenience store located on Pitt River Road in Port Coquitlam, occupying a two-storey building. It sits in a residential area near the Mary Hill neighbourhood, making it a potential resupply stop for cyclists riding the Pitt River corridor or nearby greenways. No additional details were available from the business's online presence.

value: Mary Hill Market


value: 515 Hamilton Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces, covered) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (16 spaces) at 62m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (10 spaces) at 90m; stands (3 spaces) at 92m; stands (15 spaces, covered) at 95m. Total: 74 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Java Cat is a café in Vancouver with indoor seating available to customers.

value: Java Cat

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: café in Vancouver with indoor seating


community: Aspen Grove

value: A small, shady 10-site recreation site at the north end of long, narrow Missezula Lake, suited to fishing and power boating; access is via Dillard Creek Forest Service Road off Highway 5A, and tight sites may challenge larger rigs.

value: Missezula Lake Campground


value: Unit 1323, 8368 Capstan Way, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 77m.

value: Molly Tea is a Chinese jasmine tea beverage franchise originating from Shenzhen, built around high-quality floral teas scented with fresh flowers and inspired by the Four White Flowers of the East. The Richmond Union Square location offers a menu of fresh milk teas, snowy whipped cream drinks, oat milk teas, and floral fruit slushes, all centred on jasmine and other Eastern floral aromas. It is part of an expanding international chain with over 1,000 locations in China and growing presence across Canada, the US, UK, Australia, and Thailand.

value: Molly Tea

detail: Menu consists entirely of tea-based beverages; no food items mentioned


value: Vancouver, V7Y1K8

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (4 spaces) at 75m; stands (4 spaces) at 79m; rack (4 spaces) at 91m; rack (4 spaces) at 92m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: Orange Julius is a juice beverage chain with a Vancouver location offering fresh juices and casual refreshment. Located in a mall basement, it provides indoor seating and takeout service. A convenient stop for cyclists seeking a quick drink while touring the area.

value: Orange Julius

signal: chain 'orange julius'


value: 318 Stephen Ave, Field BC V0A 1G0

community: Field

value: The Siding Café is a family-owned restaurant, gift shop, and licensed liquor retailer that has been a fixture of the tiny mountain village of Field, BC since 1991, occupying a historic 1915 building in the heart of Yoho National Park. The creative menu of bowls, paninis, and sandwiches is built around fresh ingredients, and a patio with mountain views makes it a natural stop for hikers and road travellers alike. Cyclists passing through on the Trans-Canada corridor will find grab-and-go items, local wines and microbrews, and a relaxed atmosphere welcoming to those fresh off the trail.

value: Siding Cafe

detail: Menu includes house-made Veggie Burger (black bean and carrot), tofu Rice Bowl, and explicitly states the Daily Soup is 'Always vegetarian and Gluten-free'

signal: cafe, sandwiches/bowls (Yoho NP); ~$14-22pp


value: 4300 32 Street, Vernon, V1T 9H2

community: Vernon

value: Safeway


category: Transport

community: Prince Rupert

source: llm-examine

value: On-demand taxi service covering Prince Rupert, BC, dispatched via app or phone IVR; fleet includes vans and WAV vehicles but no bike policy is stated.

value: Skeena Taxi

origin: transport

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail

wow_evidence: on-demand taxi service covering Prince Rupert, BC


value: 5361 Filipoff Road, Winlaw, BC V0G 2J0

community: Lebahdo

value: Crooked Horn Farm is a certified organic vegetable farm in the Slocan Valley near Winlaw, BC, run by Gord and Ange. The farm offers seasonal CSA shares with weekly pickup options in the Slocan Valley and Nelson, providing fresh locally grown produce from late spring through fall. A touring cyclist riding through the rural Slocan corridor could find fresh organic vegetables here during the growing season.

value: Crooked Horn Farm

detail: Certified organic veggie farm selling vegetables via CSA shares and direct sales; Facebook describes fresh seasonal produce including potatoes and other vegetables


value: 219 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, V1Y 6N2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 14m; lockers (secure) at 16m.

community: Kelowna

value: Pacific Poke

signal: Pacific Poke fast-casual bowls; ~$14-17


value: 41350 Lougheed Hwy, Deroche, BC V0M 1G0

community: Deroche

value: Leq'a:mel Convenience is a convenience store serving the Leq'á:mel First Nation community on the Lougheed Highway corridor near Deroche, BC. It is listed as an official venue on the First Nation's website, indicating it forms part of the community's local services infrastructure. Touring cyclists riding the Lougheed Highway through the Fraser Valley may find it a useful stop in an area with limited commercial services.

value: Leq'a:mel Convenience


value: 660 Columbia Street West, Kamloops, V2C 2V5

community: Kamloops

value: The Best Western Plus Kamloops Hotel is an award-winning, eco-friendly property situated on Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc territory in Kamloops, explicitly catering to cyclists with dedicated bike-friendly rooms and on-site bike storage facilities. The hotel sits within walking distance of restaurants, pubs, and groceries, and is a short ride from Kamloops' extensive mountain biking trail networks. Amenities include a heated indoor saltwater pool, complimentary breakfast, and two EV charging stations.

value: Best Western

detail: Website (Rooms page) states bikes can be stored 'in your room'; dedicated ground-floor 'Bike Friendly 2 Queen Beds' room type with laminate flooring listed for easy bike access

detail: Website states the hotel is 'easy walking distance to restaurants, pubs, groceries, and shopping.'

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: chain 'best western'

detail: Website (Rooms page) states: 'We know how important your bike is, so you can store it in your room or our bike storage facilities.' A dedicated 'Bike Friendly 2 Queen Beds' room type with ground-floor access is also listed

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: store it in your room or our bike storage facilities; dedicated 'Bike Friendly' room type


value: 20306 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge

community: Maple Ridge

value: Sushi Misoya is a Japanese restaurant on Dewdney Trunk Road in Maple Ridge, serving sushi and other Japanese dishes with both dine-in and takeout options. The restaurant supports online ordering, making it easy for cyclists to place an order in advance. It sits on a major arterial road through Maple Ridge, convenient for cyclists traveling the Lougheed corridor.

value: Sushi Misoya

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

wow_evidence: Japanese restaurant on Dewdney Trunk Road serving sushi with dine-in and takeout


value: Galiano Island, British Columbia, Canada

blurb: Undeveloped Cable Bay shoreline at Qw'xwulwis, a Coast Salish paddling landmark.

community: Fernwood

value: A 26.5-hectare conservation area on Galiano Island featuring over 1 km of undeveloped coastline along the northern half of Cable Bay, acquired by the Nature Trust of BC in 2022. The area is traditionally known as Qw'xwulwis, the Hul'qumi'num word for the action of paddling, and was historically an important gathering place for Coast Salish Peoples before and after crossing the Strait of Georgia. Public trails run along the shoreline and inland edges as part of the 600+ hectare Mid-Island Protected Areas Network.

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Qw'xwulwis Cable Bay Protected Area

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: 1 km of undeveloped Cable Bay coastline, a historic Coast Salish gathering place, protected 2022.


value: 441 Bowen Island Trunk Rd, Bowen Island, British Columbia V0N 1G0

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Bowen Island

value: Copper Spirit Distillery is a family-run boutique craft distillery on Bowen Island, founded by Miguel and Candice Kabantsov, who spent over five years building it from the ground up. Using German copper stills, organic BC grain, and pure West Coast water, they handcraft vodka, gin, rye and wheat whisky, and other spirits. The tasting room serves a seasonal cocktail menu made entirely from fresh organic ingredients, including sugar-free and alcohol-free options.

value: Copper Spirit Distillery

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

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 16m; stands (3 spaces) at 20m; rack (5 spaces) at 66m; stands (3 spaces) at 67m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Persia Foods is a family-owned grocery chain that has served the Lower Mainland since 1996, positioning itself as Vancouver's most affordable source for fresh, healthy, and ethnically diverse foods. With multiple locations across Metro Vancouver including two in North Vancouver, it offers touring cyclists a culturally rich resupply option with a wide variety of international and everyday grocery staples. The chain is locally rooted and welcomes both local and global producers, giving it a broad and varied product selection.

value: Persia Foods

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: family-owned grocery chain that has served the Lower Mainland since 1996… multiple locations across Metro Vancouver


value: 3115 48 Ave, Vernon, BC V1T 3R5

value: Mediterranean Market is a specialty food shop in Vernon focusing on Italian, Mediterranean, and European products, with a well-stocked deli counter featuring cured meats and cheeses. The store is known for award-winning sub sandwiches made to order, making it a practical stop for a hot or fresh meal. A second Kelowna location also exists, and the business runs a seasonal home wine-making grape and juice program.

value: Mediterranean Market


value: 33247 2nd Avenue, Mission, V2V 1J9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 14m. Total: 5 spaces.

blurb: Downtown Mission's public library branch.

community: Mission

value: The Mission Library is a branch of the Fraser Valley Regional Library system, a public network serving communities across the Fraser Valley. Located on 2nd Avenue in downtown Mission, it offers public computers, printing, digital collections, and programming for residents and visitors alike. For a touring cyclist, it provides a quiet, climate-controlled rest stop with free Wi-Fi in the heart of Mission.

value: Mission Library

signal: amenity=library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


community: Duncan

value: Quesada

signal: chain 'quesada'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 34m; stands (10 spaces) at 35m; rack (9 spaces) at 40m. Total: 29 spaces.

value: Fatburger


value: 110-401 Eighth Street, New Westminster, BC V3M 3R5

community: New Westminster

value: Royal Crown Pizza is a family-owned pizzeria that has operated in New Westminster since 2012, offering a broad menu of specialty and supreme pizzas with locally inspired flavour combinations alongside wings, salads, lasagna, and samosas. The shop has indoor seating and actively caters to businesses, schools, and events of any size. Reviewers consistently highlight friendly staff, a clean shop, and the option to grab a slice on the go.

value: Royal Crown Pizza

detail: Website lists a 'Veggie Special' pizza and chicken/beef/veggie samosa; gluten-free crust available on medium size. No explicit vegan option confirmed


value: 3101 29 Street #4, Vernon, BC V1T 5A8

value: Ratio Coffee & Pastry is a community-rooted Vernon café with an origin story tailor-made for cyclists: it began as a coffee cart on bike wheels before growing into a full-service espresso and pastry destination. The café is known for its quality-first ethos, daily brunch service, and a cult-favourite Friday donut program that sells out on a pre-order system. A private meeting room and a warm, inviting atmosphere round out a spot that has clearly become a social hub for the neighbourhood.

value: Ratio Coffee and Pastry

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 45970 First Avenue, Chilliwack, V2P 1W1

community: Chilliwack

value: An Esso Circle K combination gas station and convenience store operating around the clock on First Avenue in Chilliwack. The station offers multiple fuel grades including premium gasoline and features an air tower, making it a practical stop for topping up supplies or adjusting tire pressure. Touring cyclists passing through Chilliwack will find it a reliable resupply point in the city centre.

value: Esso

detail: Website lists 'Air Tower / Air' as a top station feature

wow_evidence: ESSO CIRCLE K convenience store and gas station


value: 8808 96A Street Unit P2, Fort St. John, BC

community: Fort St. John

value: Smitty's is a Canadian casual dining chain founded in Calgary in 1960, with over 80 locations across Canada, serving all-day breakfast, pancakes, and comfort food classics. The Fort St. John location is one of the newer additions to the chain, confirmed open via the corporate news feed. For cyclists passing through the Peace River region, it offers a full sit-down dining experience with a broad menu served all day.

value: Smitty's

signal: chain 'smitty'

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 64 East 3rd Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 53m; stands (8 spaces) at 54m; stands (10 spaces) at 97m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Fife Bakery is a cozy artisan sourdough and coffee shop located just outside Olympic Village in the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood of Vancouver, open since December 2016. The bakery hand-crafts levain loaves using organic, sustainably grown Canadian grains and slow fermentation, alongside a full specialty coffee menu. A warm, rustic interior designed by award-winning designer Perry Chua makes it a welcoming stop for cyclists passing through East Van.

value: Fife Bakery

detail: Website lists hot food items including Sausage Roll, Canele, croissants, and prepared frozen meals such as Meatballs and Clam Chowder available in-store

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: artisan sourdough and coffee shop located just outside Olympic Village in the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood... a welcoming stop for cyclists passing through East Van


value: 6850 Fawn Lake Access Rd #1, Lone Butte, BC V0K 1X1

label: fly-fishing season

months: May June September October

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

community: Sheridan Lake

value: A private lakeside resort near Lone Butte in the BC Cariboo, open May–October for tent camping, with resort-grade flush toilets, coin showers, laundry, kayak rentals, and a dock on a quiet fly-fishing lake. The Fawn Lake Access Road is likely gravel, and a 50% deposit is required to reserve a site.

value: Fawn Lake Resort

wow_evidence: showers, coin laundry, ice, and an on-site store


value: 9050 140 Street, Surrey BC

blurb: Creekside park with autumn salmon viewing in Whalley.

community: Surrey

value: Kiyo Park is a small urban nature park in Surrey's Whalley neighbourhood, threaded by King Creek and connected by a pedestrian pathway and bridge that doubles as a wildlife viewing platform. The park is notably good for spotting spawning salmon in autumn, along with resident bird life along the creek corridor. The western portion offers open meadows and shade trees, making it a quiet spot for a short break on a local ride.

label: salmon run

months: September October November

theme: wildlife

value: Kiyo Park

wow_evidence: Urban creek park with autumn salmon-spawning viewing from the bridge.


value: 7423 Frontier Street, Pemberton, BC V0N 2L0

community: Pemberton

value: The Pemberton Hotel is a historic local institution dating to around 1914, operating as an affordable hotel and community hub in the heart of Pemberton on the Sea-to-Sky corridor. The property includes an on-site pub, liquor store, and cannabis store, making it a practical stop for touring cyclists stocking up between Whistler and the rest of the region. It sits steps from restaurants, a supermarket, and a gas station, with free parking on site.

value: Pemberton Hotel Pub Liquor  Store

signal: Historic hotel pub + liquor store, pub fare


value: 38198 Cleveland Ave, Squamish, BC V8B 0B4

community: Squamish

value: Mountain Burger House is a classic downtown Squamish diner on Cleveland Ave, positioned directly off Highway 99 and well-placed for cyclists traveling the Sea-to-Sky corridor. It serves a broad all-day breakfast menu spanning bacon-and-eggs, skillets, omelets, and fresh-baked pastries, alongside burgers and lunch specials. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, and a Friday evening buffet gives it a distinct local character.

value: Mountain Burger House

detail: Menu includes Veggie Omelet, Vegetarian Skillet, Vegetable Quiche, and Granola & Yogurt

signal: Diner with breakfast mains $15.79–$22; sits in casual $15–30 range


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Mucho Burrito

signal: chain 'mucho burrito'


value: 123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver, V7M 3K7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 65m; stands (30 spaces) at 90m. Total: 42 spaces.

value: Hell Crust Pizza is a BC-born pizza franchise located at Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver, setting itself apart through a 'Biga' preferment dough technique — crafted a day or two in advance — for a richer flavour and improved digestibility without chemical stabilizers. With 18+ franchised locations across British Columbia and Alberta, the brand offers a broad menu spanning pizzas, wings, pasta, and vegan options made with Daiya cheese. The Lonsdale Quay location sits at a major transit and waterfront hub, making it a convenient refuelling stop for cyclists on the North Shore.

value: Hell Crust Pizza

detail: Menu page lists a dedicated 'Vegan Pizzas (Made with Daiya cheese)' category; Create Your Own Pizza allows custom topping selection that can accommodate vegetarian builds

wow_evidence: BC-born pizza franchise … 18+ franchised locations across British Columbia and Alberta


value: 7315 100 Avenue, Fort St. John, BC V1J 5T8

value: Co-op Convenience Store is part of the Fort St. John Co-op, a locally-owned co-operative serving Fort St. John and Prespatou in northeastern BC's Peace River region. Affiliated with the broader Co-op network that also operates fuel cardlock, bulk propane, and a car wash in the area, this convenience stop is a practical resupply point for cyclists travelling through Fort St. John. The store accepts cash, debit, and credit cards and is air-conditioned.

value: Co-op Convenience Store


value: 302 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 43m; stands (3 spaces) at 48m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Faubourg is a family-owned French bakery-café founded in Vancouver in 2010, offering freshly baked baguettes, viennoiseries, pastries, and macarons made on-site daily using traditional French techniques. The Yaletown location on Davie Street also serves a curated specialty coffee program with single-origin blends sourced from Peru, Brazil, and Ethiopia. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, making it a comfortable stop for a coffee and croissant mid-ride.

value: Faubourg Paris


value: 16055 Fraser Highway, Surrey

value: Papa Joe's Pizza is a local pizza shop in Surrey's Fleetwood neighbourhood, located along Fraser Highway. It offers online and phone ordering for quick pickup, making it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through this busy suburban corridor.

value: Papa Joe's Pizza


value: 181 Shuswap Avenue, Chase, BC

community: Chase

value: The Overlander Motel is a small, owner-operated 12-room motel in Chase, BC, sitting on the Trans-Canada Highway halfway between Kamloops and Salmon Arm — a natural stopping point for cyclists crossing the Shuswap. All rooms are ground-level with parking right at the door, and the property is steps from Little Shuswap Lake with mountains rising behind it. Contactless check-in via lockbox is available for late arrivals.

value: Overlander Motel

detail: Website states 'Walking distance to restaurants, grocery, and shops.'

signal: bare motel, no chain


community: Port Renfrew

value: A backcountry beach campsite on the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail, set on a wild Pacific shore with surf and marine wildlife views; access is hike-in only on a rugged trail prone to storm closures, making it a skip for loaded touring bikes.

value: West - West Sombrio Beach Campsite


value: 5279 River Road, V9Y 8E6

community: Port Alberni

value: A motel and RV park in Port Alberni on Vancouver Island's central coast. Offers overnight accommodation for touring cyclists and other travelers.

value: Somass Motel & RV


community: Jesmond

value: A small semi-open rec site on dam-formed Riley Lake, popular for fishing and picnicking; reaching it demands roughly 42 km of forest service road from Hwy 97, with no confirmed water or facilities.

value: Riley Dam (Clinton)

wow_evidence: roughly 42 km of forest service road ... no confirmed water or facilities


value: 8902 University High St, Burnaby, BC V5A 4X6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 65m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: BierCraft UniverCity is a craft beer restaurant and pub located in the SFU UniverCity neighbourhood on Burnaby Mountain, offering 26 Belgian and craft beers on draught alongside a full food menu covering lunch, dinner, brunch, and kids options. It occupies a community-hub role at the top of one of the Lower Mainland's more demanding cycling climbs, making it a natural endpoint or mid-tour refuelling stop. The venue also screens major sporting events and runs a beer loyalty programme.

value: Biercraft

signal: craft beer pub, full food menu; ~$18-28pp


value: 1506 Swift Creek Road, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0

community: Valemount

value: Tim Hortons is a national Canadian coffee chain offering brewed coffee, specialty beverages, baked goods, wraps, soups, and hot breakfast items at its Valemount outpost on Swift Creek Road. In a small, remote mountain community sitting between Prince George and Jasper on Highway 5, this is one of very few quick-service food options available to touring cyclists resupplying in Valemount. Both dine-in and take-out service are available.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'

wow_evidence: national Canadian coffee chain


value: 6201 Blueback Rd Unit 101, Nanaimo, BC V9V 1M8

community: Nanaimo

value: Bold 'N' Cold Liquor is a locally operated liquor store in Nanaimo offering an extensive selection of craft beers, fine wines, and spirits across more than 175 SKUs. Multiple service options — in-store, curbside pickup, and same-day delivery — make it a flexible stop for cyclists restocking supplies. An on-site ATM and cigarette sales add further convenience for those travelling without a card.

value: Bold 'n' Cold Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: two-store BC liquor chain


value: 1561 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2A7

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 63m; lockers (secure) at 64m; lockers (secure) at 66m; lockers (secure) at 67m.

community: Kelowna

value: Switch Cafe is a specialty coffee and breakfast spot on Ellis Street in downtown Kelowna, serving creative espresso drinks, premium matcha lattes, London Fog teas, and breakfast wraps. The café has earned a 5.0 rating on Uber Eats and offers a compact but inventive menu that includes tiramisu lattes and iced strawberry matcha. Its central Kelowna location on Ellis Street puts it within easy reach of cyclists passing through the city core.

value: Switch Cafe

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 205 Tranquille Road

community: Kamloops

value: Kami Pizza is a pizza fast food establishment in Kamloops on Tranquille Road. It provides a casual food option for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Kami Pizza


value: 3990 West 14th Avenue, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (16 spaces, covered) at 33m; stands (10 spaces) at 78m; stands (66 spaces) at 83m; stands (40 spaces) at 91m. Total: 132 spaces.

blurb: Point Grey pool with hot tub and sauna.

value: Lord Byng Pool is a City of Vancouver public aquatic and recreation centre situated in the Point Grey neighbourhood. In addition to lap and recreational swimming, the facility features a hot tub and sauna, making it a worthwhile rest stop for cyclists looking to recover after a long ride. It is operated by the City of Vancouver Parks, Recreation and Culture department.

theme: recreation

value: Lord Byng Pool

signal: building=civic

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: City pool with hot tub and sauna — recovery ladder 1/2.


value: 3488 Cambie Street, Vancouver, V5Z 2W8

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: hoop at 8m; hoop (4 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; hoop at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; heart (2 spaces) at 75m; rack at 84m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Sushi 7 is a neighbourhood Japanese restaurant on Cambie Street in Vancouver offering a broad menu of sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, donburi, and noodle dishes. It has built a loyal local following with 151 reviews and is known for consistent quality and fast service. An online ordering system with a quick pickup turnaround makes it a practical stop for cyclists passing through the Cambie corridor.

value: Sushi 7 Japanese Bar & Grill

detail: Menu legend includes a vegetarian icon; multiple vegetarian dishes listed including Tofu Don, Vegetable Tempura, Mixed Veggie Gyoza, Veggie Spring Roll, and Veggie Sunomono

signal: Individual rolls $2.95–$7.50; All Day Special $21.95

wow_evidence: neighbourhood Japanese restaurant... built a loyal local following with 151 reviews


community: Richmond

value: L.A. Grill is a casual, sports-bar-style restaurant in Richmond, BC with over two decades of experience, offering a wide variety of comfort food including burgers, pastas, seafood, and salads in generous portions. The atmosphere is described as trendy and modern, with TVs for watching sports alongside a wine selection for a more relaxed visit. Touring cyclists would find a large, varied menu at everyday-friendly prices in a sit-down setting.

value: LA Grill and Bistro

detail: Menu lists a Veggie Burger described as 'life steam brown rice patty & sprouts'; no explicit vegan or GF options mentioned

signal: Main prices $15-18.50, explicitly affordable casual sit-down


community: Langley

value: White Spot

signal: chain 'white spot'


value: 2401 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V5K 1Y8

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

community: Vancouver

value: East Café is a community-driven café in Vancouver's Hastings Sunrise neighbourhood, built around the 'third place' concept of a welcoming space outside home and work. It runs the City Smiles Initiative, which has served over 3,210 free meals and drinks to the local homeless community, and hosts weekly events including open mic nights, a book club, creative writing sessions, and Sunday jazz. The café operates its own roaster (City Smiles Roaster) and supports a neighbourhood publication, The East Café Chronicles.

value: East Café


community: Chilliwack

value: Booster Juice

signal: chain 'booster juice'


value: 15 Range Road, Falkland, BC

community: Glenemma

value: Tim's by the River Campsite is an Indigenous-owned campground on the unceded traditional lands of the Syilx Okanagan Nation, situated along the scenic Salmon River between Vernon and Falkland. The site offers 25 tent sites and 6 large RV sites in a spacious, private setting with river access for swimming and fishing. Owner Tim Isaac shares Syilx Okanagan culture and history through oral storytelling, giving the campsite a distinctive cultural dimension beyond typical outdoor recreation.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: Tim's by the River Campsite

origin: manual

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned campground; owner Tim Isaac shares Syilx Okanagan culture and history through oral storytelling


value: 9471 Number 2 Road, Richmond

value: A 7-Eleven convenience store on Number 2 Road in Richmond. A convenient stop for touring cyclists needing quick snacks, beverages, and basic supplies.

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 643 Russell Lane, Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0

blurb: Preserved Second Empire home of Dr. Masajiro Miyazaki; Japanese-Canadian history museum in Lillooet.

community: Lillooet

value: The Miyazaki Heritage House is a beautifully preserved Second Empire-style home in Lillooet with a distinctive mansard roof and ornate dormer windows, a rare architectural style for rural British Columbia. The house serves as a history museum with historic photos, antiques, and a gift shop, telling the stories of the prominent families who lived there, including Doctor Masajiro Miyazaki. It also hosts community art exhibits, music concerts, and cultural events on its grounds throughout the warmer months.

setting: mixed

value: Miyazaki House

signal: Admission to the heritage house is by donation

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Designated heritage property with a real story (Dr. Masajiro Miyazaki, Japanese-Canadian internment-era physician); rare Second Empire architecture for rural BC; visit is a modest house museum.


community: Kleecoot

value: Sproat Lake Park provincial park campground — 57 vehicle-accessible sites; 7 walk-in sites.

value: Sproat Lake Park

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: 7 walk-in sites


value: 6671 Mary Ellen Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9V 1T7

value: Heritage Indian Cuisine (listed in OSM as Country Restaurant) is an Indian restaurant in Nanaimo led by Chef Shoorbeer Singh, who brings over 22 years of culinary experience from luxury restaurants in Canada, Germany, and India. The menu spans authentic dishes from across India including tandoori grills, lamb, beef, and seafood. It is a sit-down restaurant with online ordering available and a Sunday buffet, making it a solid stop for touring cyclists seeking a full meal.

value: Country Restaurant

signal: Sunday buffet $21.99–$24.99 per person, casual sit-down


value: 16141 24 Avenue, Surrey, V3Z 9H7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 82m.

community: Surrey

value: Tim Hortons


value: 1140 Government Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands at 61m; stands (8 spaces) at 71m; stands (10 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (6 spaces) at 93m. Total: 34 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: The Bedford Regency is a 40-room European-style boutique hotel housed in one of Victoria's cherished heritage buildings near Bastion Square, with roots going back to the Garrick's Head Saloon of 1867. It sits on Government Street in the heart of downtown Victoria, steps from the Inner Harbour, Royal BC Museum, and Beacon Hill Park. Two on-site English pubs — Garrick's Head Pub and The Churchill — serve traditional pub fare and nearly one hundred craft and import beers.

value: Bedford Regency Hotel

detail: Hotel policy states: 'Early arrivals can store luggage with us.'

detail: Two on-site restaurants: Garrick's Head Pub and The Churchill, both serving traditional English pub fare and a large selection of craft and import beers

signal: heritage European-style rooms, guest-cited half-the-price value; $110-150


value: 1355 Hornby Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1W7

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (4 spaces) at 62m; wall_loops (3 spaces) at 89m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Desi Indian Lounge is a modern fine-dining Indian restaurant on Hornby Street in downtown Vancouver, blending traditional regional recipes with elegant lounge-style presentation and a full cocktail bar featuring Indian-inspired drinks. The menu spans tandoori platters, slow-cooked curries, and a wide range of vegetarian options, with several gluten-free and dairy-free items. The restaurant participates in Dine Out Vancouver and offers catering for private and corporate events.

value: Desi Indian Lounge

detail: Website menu lists dedicated vegetarian dishes and multiple items labeled GF (gluten-free) and DF (dairy-free), e.g. Cochin Cauliflower Bites (GF, DF), Onion Bhajiya (GF, DF)

signal: modern fine-dining Indian, chef's tasting, cocktail bar; ~$32-50pp

wow_evidence: participates in Dine Out Vancouver


community: Delta

value: Day To Day Grocery & Produce is a family-owned BC grocery chain known for large-format stores with an extensive range of products. The Delta location is described on the chain's website as situated in a shopping plaza alongside Staples, TD Bank, and London Drugs. Touring cyclists would find this a well-stocked resupply point in the Delta area.

value: Day To Day Grocery & Produce


value: 101 Oak Street, Fauquier, British Columbia V0G 1K0

community: Fauquier

value: Arrow Lake Motel is a newly renovated, owner-operated motel situated in the small lakefront village of Fauquier, BC, right off the Needles Ferry on the eastern shore of Lower Arrow Lake. Originally built in 1968 and taken over by Ken and Liz Feiffer in 2016, it offers eleven air-conditioned rooms including five with kitchenettes. Its ferry-adjacent location makes it a natural stopover for touring cyclists crossing between the Arrow Lakes on the Needles-Fauquier route.

value: Arrow Lake Motel

wow_evidence: owner-operated motel... right off the Needles Ferry on the eastern shore of Lower Arrow Lake


value: 540 Comox Road

community: Courtenay

value: A fast-food restaurant in Courtenay offering quick takeout service. Provides convenient meal access for cycling tourists passing through the area.

value: George's Food Bar


value: 301 Cook Street, V8V 3X5

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: staple (4 spaces) at 9m; staple (4 spaces) at 23m; rack at 39m; rack (6 spaces) at 48m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Beagle Pub is a classic neighbourhood pub anchoring Victoria's lively Cook Street Village, offering a wide range of beer on tap alongside food service in a welcoming, unpretentious setting. The Cook Street corridor is a popular cycling route connecting residential Victoria to the waterfront, making the pub a natural candidate stop for touring cyclists. OSM records the venue as wheelchair accessible.

value: The Beagle Pub

signal: amenity=pub


value: 11942 Highway 3A, Destiny Bay, BC V0B1A3

community: Boswell

value: Destiny Bay Grocers is a year-round convenience store on Highway 3A serving the small lakeside communities of Sanca, Destiny Bay, and Boswell on Kootenay Lake. Part of the Destiny Bay Resort property (the store sits across the highway from the resort itself), it stocks a full grocery range at supermarket prices, cold beer, wine, liquor, ice, and seasonal fresh produce. Cyclists on this remote Kootenay corridor will also find fresh-baked bread, buns, and the store's locally famous butter tarts, plus a modest selection of fishing and camping supplies.

value: Destiny Bay Grocers

detail: Website explicitly lists 'ice' among products carried

wow_evidence: year-round convenience store on Highway 3A...locally famous butter tarts


value: 865 McPhee Avenue

value: E&B Market is a convenience store located on McPhee Avenue, serving the local community with everyday essentials. As a small neighbourhood market, it is a practical stop for touring cyclists needing to resupply. The surrounding area on Vancouver Island is a popular corridor for cycle touring.

value: E&B Market

wow_evidence: convenience shop (shop=convenience)


value: 5900 Minoru Boulevard, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack at 11m; rack at 12m; rack at 24m; rack (covered) at 58m; rack at 60m; stands (covered) at 60m; rack at 71m; rack at 87m.

blurb: Community centre in central Richmond.

value: City Centre Community Centre is a publicly operated recreation facility run by the City of Richmond, located at 5900 Minoru Boulevard in the heart of Richmond. As part of Richmond's network of community centres, it offers programs and services to the local community. Touring cyclists passing through central Richmond may find it a useful stop, though specific cyclist-facing amenities are unconfirmed.

value: City Centre Community Centre

wow_evidence: Municipal community centre — standard 1/1.


bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 22m; rack (5 spaces) at 63m; rack (3 spaces) at 86m; rack (5 spaces) at 90m; rack (1 space) at 92m; rack (7 spaces) at 98m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: Maurya's Fine Indian Cuisine is an Indian restaurant offering sit-down dining in Kamloops. The restaurant serves Indian cuisine, making it a convenient full-meal dining option for cyclists traveling through the area.

value: Maurya's Fine Indian Cuisine

signal: Indian sit-down; $18-28/person


community: Beach Grove

value: Opa! Of Greece

signal: OPA! of Greece counter-service chain; ~$12-15


value: 550 Columbia Street, Kamloops, V2C 1V1

value: Sandman Inn & Suites Kamloops is a chain hotel location on Columbia Street in downtown Kamloops. It offers standard accommodation for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Sandman Inn & Suites Kamloops

signal: Genuine Sandman, downtown Kamloops

wow_evidence: chain hotel location


community: Port Coquitlam

value: Safeway


value: 1029 View Street, Unit 105, Victoria, BC V8V 0C9

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 14m; stands (8 spaces) at 70m; stands (8 spaces) at 79m; stands (4 spaces) at 93m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: Ox King Noodles is a Vietnamese noodle restaurant located in downtown Victoria, tucked into a unit on View Street. It offers a menu with both vegan and vegetarian options, making it a welcoming stop for cyclists with dietary preferences. Its central Victoria location puts it within easy reach of major cycling routes through the city.

value: Ox King Noodles

signal: Vietnamese noodle; ~$14-20pp


value: 3-121 Brew St, Port Moody, BC V3H 0E6

community: Port Moody

value: Kokomo is a fully plant-based eatery with four Metro Vancouver locations, including this Port Moody outpost on Brew St. The menu centres on nourishing bowls, salads, acai bowls, and smoothies made with ingredients like marinated tempeh, gochujang tofu, and house-made granola. It's a bright, food-forward stop well-suited to cyclists seeking a substantial, entirely vegan meal after a ride.

value: Kokomo

detail: Website describes Kokomo as a 'plant-based eatery' and the entire menu consists of plant-based bowls, salads, acai bowls, and smoothies

signal: Mains $10-15 CAD: plant-based bowls, salads, curries


value: 8000 Winston Street, V5A 2H5

community: Burnaby

value: The factory outlet of Bakestone Brothers, the Pita Bread Factory's consumer-facing brand, founded in 1984 by Fady Hayek from a single family pita recipe. Now a certified organic bakery producing a wide range of ethnic breads and baked goods including pita, bagels, naan, tortillas, and pretzels sold across Canada and parts of the US. A touring cyclist can pick up fresh bread products directly from the manufacturer at this outlet location.

value: PBF Pita Bread Factory Factory Outlet

signal: shop=bakery

wow_evidence: certified organic bakery producing a wide range of ethnic breads and baked goods...sold across Canada and parts of the US


value: #104 - 1158 The High Street, Coquitlam, BC V3B 0C6

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (4 spaces) at 29m; stands (4 spaces) at 34m; stands (4 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Coquitlam

value: Urban Gate is a family-owned Persian specialty market that has operated since 2010, offering a full-service butcher, daily-fresh produce, and a bakery producing Persian pastries alongside custom cakes. It also runs a takeout kitchen serving classic Persian grilled dishes and stews. Touring cyclists will find a well-stocked boutique grocery stop with a notably broad selection of specialty and organic items beyond standard supermarket fare.

value: Urban Gate Supermarket

detail: Takeout menu includes Persian grilled meats (Koobideh, Lamb Shank, Jujeh), stews (Ghormeh Sabzi, Gheimeh), and burgers available for takeout and delivery


value: 38086 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish, BC V8B 0B7

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 25m; rack (6 spaces) at 94m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Squamish

value: Sunflower Bakery and Cafe is a locally owned artisan bakery in downtown Squamish, originally established in 1995 and relaunched under its current owners in 2019. The shop turns out fresh donuts, pastries, cakes, savoury baked items, and artisan breads daily, and runs a full espresso program using 49th Parallel coffee. OSM records both indoor and outdoor seating, making it a natural rest stop for cyclists travelling the Sea to Sky corridor.

value: Sunflower Bakery and Cafe

detail: Menu includes breakfast sandwiches (bacon or veggie), quiche, ham & cheese croissant, sausage & veggie rolls, bavarian smokie, croque monsieur, and pizza buns

wow_evidence: locally owned artisan bakery... originally established in 1995


value: 50 East Pender Street, Vancouver

blurb: Chinatown cultural institution offering classes, opera, and neighbourhood walking tours.

community: Vancouver

value: The Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Vancouver is a long-established community institution at the heart of Vancouver's historic Chinatown, operating the largest Chinese language school in British Columbia with over 300 classes in Cantonese and Mandarin. Beyond education, it hosts Cantonese opera performances, calligraphy competitions, and organized walking tours of Chinatown, making it a genuine cultural landmark for visitors. A separate museum and archives facility preserving Chinese-Canadian heritage operates at 555 Columbia Street nearby.

value: Chinese Cultural Centre

wow_evidence: Anchor Chinatown community institution (language school, opera, walking tours); casual visit modest — museum sibling record carries the exhibits.


value: 8 West Cordova Street, V6B 1C9

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (6 spaces) at 61m. Total: 16 spaces.

value: Di Beppe is an Italian caffè and ristorante in Vancouver's Gastown neighbourhood, self-described as 'a young Italian restaurant with an old Italian soul.' The front caffè room serves morning espresso and transitions into a wine bar by evening, also housing a deli, pastry shop, and retail market — all in one warm space. Part of the KT Restaurants group, the menu spans antipasti, house-made pasta, Neapolitan-style pizza, and a daily aperitivo hour.

value: Di Beppe

detail: Lunch/dinner menu labels vegetarian items with (v) and vegan items with (vg); gluten-free pasta is offered as a +$3 substitution on all pasta dishes

signal: Pasta mains $24-30, pizzas $28-30, antipasti $15-35

wow_evidence: Part of the KT Restaurants group


value: 805 Boyd St P100, New Westminster, BC V3M 5X2, Canada

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

community: New Westminster

value: Boston Pizza

signal: chain 'boston pizza'


value: 34 Cowbay Road, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 1A5

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 64m; rack at 91m.

community: Prince Rupert

value: A family-run Japanese restaurant in Prince Rupert's Cow Bay tourist district, operating for over 25 years out of one of the last remaining net lofts on the coast. Founded in 1998 by Yoshi Nakamura who was drawn by the fresh local seafood and clean air, it has won the Dining Distinction Award in 2024 and 2025. The restaurant features a patio, serves Canadian and international beer, wine, and spirits, and is available for private events and catering.

value: Opa sushi

signal: family sushi (Cow Bay); ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: operating for over 25 years out of one of the last remaining net lofts on the coast... Dining Distinction Award in 2024 and 2025


value: 5052 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, V5P 3T8

value: Chau Café is a Vietnamese restaurant on Victoria Drive in Vancouver serving vegan and vegetarian cuisine. It sits in a residential commercial strip in the Kensington-Cedar Cottage area, a neighbourhood popular with cyclists commuting through southeast Vancouver. The OSM record was verified as recently as April 2026, suggesting the business remains active.

value: CHAU Cafe

detail: Cuisine listed as Vietnamese

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

wow_evidence: diet:vegan=yes and diet:vegetarian=yes… recently verified on 2026-04-28


value: #304-1194 Lansdowne Dr, Coquitlam, British Columbia V3E1J7

value: Pourquoi Pas is a modern French-inspired artisan patisserie in Coquitlam, BC, founded by self-taught pastry chef Annie Chang, who trained formally in Vancouver before opening her own shop in 2022. The bakery is known for labour-intensive butter croissants (a 4-day process using only real ingredients) and a creative menu spanning viennoiseries, cakes, choux, canelés, savoury pull-aparts, and coffee drinks. It is a genuine neighbourhood café-patisserie offering quality handmade pastries and coffee — a rewarding stop for touring cyclists looking for a proper treat.

value: Pourquoi Pas

wow_evidence: self-taught pastry chef Annie Chang... labour-intensive butter croissants (a 4-day process)


value: 6404 Metral Dr #6, Nanaimo, BC V9T 2L8, Canada

community: Nanaimo

value: Wa-Ku Japanese Restaurant is a Japanese cuisine restaurant located in Nanaimo, BC, operating from a unit in a multi-tenant building. As one of Nanaimo's Japanese dining options, it offers touring cyclists a sit-down meal after riding the area's trails and roads. The restaurant's exact offerings are unverifiable from available sources, but its OSM record shows it as an active establishment.

value: Wa-Ku Japanese Restaurant

signal: Japanese sit-down; ~$15-25pp


value: 1739 Marine Drive, V7V 1J5

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 33m; stands at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands at 54m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 73m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: SSal Sushi & Grill is a Korean and sushi restaurant situated on Marine Drive in North Vancouver. OSM records both indoor and outdoor seating, placing it on a busy commercial corridor accessible to cyclists riding the North Shore waterfront routes. Beyond the OSM snapshot, no further detail about the business could be verified due to website compromise.

value: SSal Sushi & Grill

wow_evidence: Korean/sushi restaurant at 1739 Marine Drive


value: 1625 Hillside Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 33m; rack (4 spaces) at 57m; floor (covered) at 98m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Little Caesars

signal: chain 'little caesar'


value: 4298 Fraser Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 4G2

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 7m; stands (3 spaces) at 26m; stands (3 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (4 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; rack at 80m; stands (3 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Chez Céline is a French-Canadian bistro occupying a corner spot in Vancouver's Fraserhood neighbourhood, channelling the culinary spirit of Montréal and Québec through dishes like escargots, beef tartare, poutine, and Crêpes Suzette made with local, seasonal ingredients. The restaurant is a sister establishment to the acclaimed St. Lawrence, sharing that kitchen's commitment to classic French cuisine expressed here in a more relaxed, neighbourhood bistro setting. It offers both a dinner menu and a weekend brunch, making it a viable mid-ride or end-of-ride dining destination for cyclists exploring the Fraser Street corridor.

value: Chez Celine

signal: French-Canadian bistro, foie gras $32/scallop $29/lamb $38; ~$35-55pp


value: 342 School Road, K'il Kun-Sandspit, Haida Gwaii, BC V0T 1T0

label: tuna derby and summer events

community: Sandspit

value: Small resort campsite on Moresby Island, Haida Gwaii, with four dry camping spots a short walk from the beach and full access to the on-site restaurant, nordic sauna, golf course, and pickleball courts. Reaching the island requires a BC Ferries connection from Prince Rupert or a flight into Sandspit Airport, making this a true edge-of-the-world stop.

value: Hekate's Retreat RV Site & Camping


value: 1177 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC

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

community: Kelowna

value: The Train Station Pub occupies Kelowna's historic 1926 CN railway station, one of the few remaining heritage station buildings in the BC Interior still in active daily use. Part of the Station Hospitality Group, it serves food, local beer, wine, and craft cocktails in a characterful setting that doubles as a community gathering spot. Touring cyclists rolling into downtown Kelowna will find a full-service pub with an early-day menu starting at 9 am.

value: The Train Station Pub


value: 1157 Granville Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1M1

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (4 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands (3 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Pho Mimosa is a Vietnamese restaurant on Granville Street in downtown Vancouver, serving an extensive menu of pho, banh mi, specialty noodle soups, and appetizers. The restaurant is known for its long-simmered bone broth pho and a broad range of Vietnamese street food classics, from salad rolls and papaya salad to lemongrass grilled meats. Delivery is available through Uber Eats, DoorDash, and SkipTheDishes for cyclists who prefer food on the go.

value: Pho Mimosa

detail: Menu page has a dedicated 'VEGETARIAN FOOD' section

signal: Pho shop, most entrees under $17, explicitly 'affordable' mission


value: 3314 Appaloosa Road, Kelowna, V1V 2W5

value: Wild Ambition is a craft microbrewery and tasting room in Kelowna, operating since December 2018. The tasting room doubles as a retail alcohol outlet, meaning visitors can sample on-site and purchase packaged beer to go. It is an air-conditioned indoor venue — a welcome stop for cyclists navigating the Okanagan in summer heat.

value: Wild Ambition Tasting Room

signal: amenity=bar


value: 20125 64 Avenue, Langley

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 52m; rack (3 spaces, covered) at 86m; rack (5 spaces) at 99m; wave (3 spaces) at 100m. Total: 14 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Big Star Sandwich Co. is a Lower Mainland sandwich chain founded in 2013, now operating six locations including this Langley outpost. Sandwiches are built on fresh-baked filone bread with meats cooked in-house — beef slow-roasted overnight for 13 hours, hand-pulled turkey breast, and authentically prepared corned beef. Catering is available for groups, and a loyalty rewards program makes it a worthwhile repeat stop on a multi-day tour through the Fraser Valley.

value: Big Star Sandwich Co.

detail: Website. No gluten-free claim found


value: 860 Esquimalt Road, Esquimalt, V9A 3M4

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 1m; stands (3 spaces) at 23m; rack (4 spaces) at 65m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Esquimalt

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 2445 Millstream Road

community: Langford

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 366 Selby Street, Nanaimo, BC

value: Le Brunch Café is a gourmet brunch, breakfast, and lunch restaurant located in Nanaimo, BC. The café offers a dedicated reservations system and a full menu, positioning itself as a sit-down dining destination rather than a quick-service stop. For touring cyclists passing through Nanaimo, it would serve as a relaxed mid-ride or end-of-day meal option.

value: Le Brunch Café


value: 32260 South Fraser Way, Chilliwack, BC V2T 1W9

community: Abbotsford

value: Mary Brown's is a 100% Canadian-owned fast food chain specializing in fresh, hand-cut and hand-breaded chicken, with nearly 300 locations across Canada including this Chilliwack stop on South Fraser Way. The chain prides itself on whole, Canada Grade A chicken marinated and cooked fresh in-store rather than pressure-fried, making it a recognizable comfort-food option for cyclists passing through. Takeout is available, and drive-thru and delivery options may also be offered at this location.

value: Mary Brown's

signal: chain 'mary brown'

wow_evidence: nearly 300 locations across Canada


community: Saanich

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 8338 Capstan Way, Unit 1221, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 26m.

community: Richmond

value: JiangNan Wok is a Chinese restaurant in Richmond's Capstan Way commercial district, drawing its name from the Jiangnan region along China's lower Yangtze River, known for refined home-style cooking. The restaurant offers indoor seating only, making it a sit-down dining option for cyclists passing through the area. It is located in a multi-unit commercial building, typical of Richmond's dense mixed-use developments.

value: JiangNan Wok

signal: Jiangnan Chinese dine-in; ~$15-25pp

wow_evidence: 江南小灶 JiangNan Wok (@jiangnanwok)


value: 8000 45th Street, Osoyoos BC V0H1V6

community: Osoyoos

value: Spirit Beach Cantina is a Mexican-inspired beachside restaurant situated within the NK'MIP RV Park on the shores of Osoyoos Lake, offering tacos, burritos, nachos, and quesadillas with locally sourced ingredients. The venue doubles as a summer live music destination, hosting bands on weekend evenings throughout the season. Its lakefront beach-view setting makes it a distinctive stop in Canada's warmest and driest region.

value: Cantina Spirit Beach

detail: Menu explicitly labels numerous items 'Vegetarian' across starters and mains, including chips & guac, chips & salsa, fries, poutine, onion rings, vegetarian tacos, vegetarian nachos, vegetarian quesadilla, and vegetarian burrito

signal: Mains $14–22 CAD; casual cantina format


blurb: Invermere's community arena in the Columbia Valley.

community: Invermere

value: Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena (EMMA) is a community sports facility operated by the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK), located in the Columbia Valley area of the East Kootenays. As a municipal arena, it serves the surrounding communities with ice and recreational programming. Touring cyclists passing through the Kootenays may find it a potential rest stop, though specific cyclist-oriented services are unconfirmed.

value: Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

wow_evidence: RDEK community arena; standard rec band.


value: 512 Highway 2, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 0A4

community: Dawson Creek

value: Fixx Urban Grill is a locally owned full-service restaurant in Dawson Creek — the Mile 0 city of the Alaska Highway — that has been welcoming locals and travellers since 2012. The menu centres on premium AAA steaks cut in-house and aged 28 days, alongside seafood starters like halibut and crab spring rolls and a full range of salads and mains. Situated on Highway 2 between two hotels, it also offers banquet rooms for groups, making it a sit-down option at a major cycling waypoint.

value: Fixx Urban Grill

detail: Food menu labels Stuffed Mushrooms as 'Dine-in Only', implying other menu items are available for takeout

signal: AAA 28-day-aged steaks, filet/prime rib, seafood; ~$35-55pp

wow_evidence: locally owned full-service restaurant...operating since 2012


value: 2168 Phillips Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0Y3

blurb: CRD rec complex with pool, arena, and the Sooke Bike Park.

community: Sooke

value: SEAPARC is a municipal recreation complex operated by the Capital Regional District, serving Sooke and the Juan de Fuca Electoral Area. The facility includes a pool, ice arena, fitness centre, weight room, golf course, and the Sooke Bike Park—a dedicated cycling facility that makes it a relevant stop for touring cyclists on Vancouver Island's southwest coast. The complex also manages the Sooke Skate Park, currently being rebuilt as of late 2025.

value: Seaparc Leisure Complex

wow_evidence: CRD rec complex with pool plus the Sooke Bike Park — pool ladder 1/2.


value: 4064 East King Edward Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 59m; stands (3 spaces) at 61m; stands (3 spaces) at 76m; stands (4 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 15 spaces.

community: Vancouver


value: 1655 Powick Road

value: Fairfield Inn & Suites is a mid-range Marriott hotel in Kelowna, housed in a 4-level building on Powick Road. The property offers conventional hotel accommodations for business and leisure travelers. Specific bike storage arrangements and cycling-focused services are not documented in available sources.

value: Fairfield Inn & Suites Kelowna

signal: chain 'fairfield'

wow_evidence: confirmed Marriott chain hotel at 1655 Powick Road, Kelowna


value: 1689 Johnston Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (100 spaces) at 62m; rack at 69m. Total: 100 spaces.

value: The Market Grill is a fast food burger restaurant in Vancouver offering quick casual meals. It provides a convenient refueling option for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: The Market Grill

detail: limited vegan options


value: 2305 Cornwall Avenue, Vancouver

blurb: 137-metre heated saltwater outdoor pool on Kitsilano Beach, among North America's longest.

value: Kitsilano Pool is one of the longest outdoor saltwater swimming pools in North America, stretching 137 metres along the waterfront in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood. Operated by the City of Vancouver, it sits steps from the Seaside Greenway cycling route, making it a natural rest stop for cyclists riding the waterfront. The pool also offers diving and is noted as wheelchair accessible.

label: Summer swim season

months: June July August

value: Kitsilano Outdoor Swimming Pool

wow_evidence: 137m heated saltwater pool on the beach — one of North America's longest outdoor pools, verifiable superlative; above the outdoor-pool delight-2 bar, genuinely day-shaping swim stop.


value: 1655 Winslow Ave, Coquitlam, BC

community: Coquitlam

value: The Coquitlam Farmers Market is one of Metro Vancouver's longest-running suburban farmers markets, founded in 1997 as a Simon Fraser University community development project and now drawing over 55,000 visitors annually. Operated by the not-for-profit Grow Local Society, it hosts 100+ vendors selling fresh produce, locally prepared foods, and artisan goods at the Dogwood Pavilion Parking Lot. Dogs are welcome on leash, and the market runs rain or shine as an essential community food service.

value: Coquitlam Farmers Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market

wow_evidence: one of Metro Vancouver's longest-running suburban farmers markets, founded in 1997... drawing over 55,000 visitors annually... 100+ vendors


value: 121 Presley Place

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 9m; rack (4 spaces) at 17m; rack (4 spaces) at 41m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: View Royal

value: Nest at the Lake is a coffee shop cafe located at 121 Presley Place in the western communities of Greater Victoria. The name suggests proximity to a lake, which could make it a pleasant stop for cyclists exploring trails in the Langford or Colwood area. Beyond its cafe designation, no further details about the business are available from verifiable sources.

value: Nest at the Lake

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 20727 Willoughby Town Centre Drive, Langley, V2Y1X1

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 10m; bollard (2 spaces) at 12m; bollard (2 spaces) at 60m; rack (5 spaces) at 84m. Total: 11 spaces.

value: Quesada is a Canadian fast-casual Mexican chain that has been serving burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and bowls since 2004, with this location situated in the Willoughby Town Centre shopping area of Langley Township. The restaurant is part of the Foodtastic franchise network and is known for daily hand-mashed guacamole and a customizable menu inspired by regional Mexican flavours. It is a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the Willoughby corridor, with takeout readily available.

value: Quesada

signal: chain 'quesada'

wow_evidence: Canadian fast-casual Mexican chain... Foodtastic franchise network


value: 10111 Number 3 Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 21m; rack at 46m; rack at 54m; rack at 74m.

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 1965 Sumas Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 4L5

value: Wings Abbotsford is a casual full-service restaurant and bar belonging to the BC-based Wings chain, celebrated for award-winning chicken wings available in 28 globally inspired flavours. The location is designated 'food primary, all ages welcome,' making it accessible for cyclists of all ages travelling through the Fraser Valley corridor. A full menu of wings, burgers, pastas, salads, and rotating tap selections rounds out the offering.

value: Wings Tap & Grill

detail: Menu lists 'CAULI' WINGERZ' (cauliflower wings, vegetarian) and 'GLUTEN-SMART' wings as distinct menu options

signal: Pasta $10, fish & chips $19.98, tacos $5—casual bar/dining


value: 15355 24 Avenue, Surrey

community: Surrey

value: BC Liquor Store


value: Area F (Cowichan Lake South / Skutz Falls), BC

washroom_type: pit

community: Clo-oose

value: Ditidaht-operated campground on the shores of Nitinaht Lake — a 20 km ocean fjord renowned for consistent thermal winds and a world-class windsurfing and kitesurfing scene — also serving as the West Coast Trail's third entry point; outhouse facilities only, advance online reservation required, and access is via remote logging roads.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated

value: Nitinaht Lake Campground

wow_evidence: Ditidaht-operated... West Coast Trail's third entry point... West Coast Trail hikers with tents do not require reservations... Visitor Centre/General Store on site


value: 8180 No 2 Rd #178, Richmond, BC V7C 5K1

value: Bamboo Express is a Chinese takeout and delivery restaurant serving Cantonese-style dishes in Richmond's Blundell Centre. The menu spans classics like Sweet & Sour Pork, Chow Mein, and Beef with Broccoli, with multi-person dinner combination sets and a dedicated Vegetarian Special section. Cyclists stopping in Richmond's suburban south end will find it a reliable quick-service option with free delivery within 5 km for larger orders.

value: Bamboo Express

detail: Menu page lists a dedicated 'Vegetarian Special' section. No vegan or GF claims found

signal: Mains $14.95–$16.50; casual Chinese takeout/delivery


value: 4100 Lambrick Way

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 7m; rack at 10m; rack at 13m; rack at 44m.

blurb: Saanich rec centre with pool and hot tub in Gordon Head.

value: Gordon Head Recreation Centre is a District of Saanich municipal facility offering swimming, fitness, and hot tub amenities in Victoria's Gordon Head neighbourhood. The facility recently completed a weight room renovation featuring new equipment, updated layout, and air conditioning upgrades. As a full-service public recreation centre it draws a broad community user base and is fully wheelchair accessible.

value: Gordon Head Recreation Centre

signal: building=civic

wow_evidence: Municipal rec centre with pool and hot tub — pool ladder 1/2.


value: 1219-4500 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 19m; stands (3 spaces) at 35m; stands (3 spaces) at 51m; rack (6 spaces) at 68m; stands (5 spaces) at 88m. Total: 20 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Pixwi is a BC pizza chain serving pizzas, wings, garlic bread, and potato wedges at two Lower Mainland locations, including this unit inside the Metrotown mall complex on Kingsway in Burnaby. The restaurant supports both online ordering and phone-in orders for pickup. It operates in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, reflecting the multilingual community it serves.

value: Pixwi

detail: Website menu lists 'VEG. PIZZA' as a distinct category alongside chicken and meat pizza

wow_evidence: BC pizza chain... two Lower Mainland locations


value: 2627 West 16th Avenue, V6K 3C2

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 28m; rack (3 spaces) at 33m; stands (1 space) at 34m; stands (3 spaces) at 51m; stands (4 spaces) at 51m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Choices Market is a 100% BC-owned and operated natural and organic grocery chain that has anchored the Kitsilano neighbourhood since 1990. The store specialises in local, organic, and specialty food items—including thousands of Canadian-sourced products—making it a well-stocked resupply point for cyclists travelling through Vancouver's west side. An in-store Nutrition Team of Registered Dietitians offers free personalised consultations and guided store tours.

value: Choices Market


value: 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 4N2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands at 40m; stands at 46m; stands at 65m.

value: Umi Sushi Express is a quick-service Japanese cuisine franchise operating over 30 locations across Canada, offering fresh sushi and related dishes for customers on the go. The Burnaby outlet on Kingsway is a takeout-only counter with no on-site seating, making it a grab-and-go stop for cyclists passing through the corridor. It is one of three banner formats in the Umi family, focused on fresh, healthy Japanese food made with care.

value: Umi Sushi Express


value: 3820 Oak Street, Vancouver

value: Pallet Coffee Roasters is a Vancouver-born specialty coffee roastery and multi-location café chain founded in East Vancouver in 2014, with eight cafes across Metro Vancouver all supplied by its own in-house roastery. The Oak Street location (PALLET OAK) is one of the brand's neighbourhood outposts offering both a full drink menu and food menu including freshly baked goods. The company emphasises direct relationships with farmers and a community-oriented ethos.

value: Pallet Coffee Roasters


value: 2668 Sooke Road, Victoria, BC V9B 1Y6

value: Bucky's Taphouse is a long-established neighbourhood pub in Langford that explicitly courts cyclists rolling off the nearby Galloping Goose Regional Trail. It offers an extensive menu of wings, burgers, poutine, and appies alongside a sunny west-facing patio the website bills as 'the sunniest patio on the West Shore.' The spot has served the community for over 40 years and has been under its current kitchen direction since 2013.

value: Bucky's Taphouse

detail: Multiple menu items marked '(V)', including Cauliflower Bites and Classic Poutine; note that (V) appears inconsistently on some meat-containing dishes as well

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: just hopping off the Galloping Goose Trail, you'll feel right at home


community: Prince George

value: Liqour Depot


value: 1051 South East Frontage Road

community: McBride

value: A hotel located in McBride, a small village on the Yellowhead Highway (Hwy 16) between Prince George and Jasper in the Robson Valley. McBride is a common overnight stop for touring cyclists riding across northern BC, and this property is part of the Sandman Hotels chain. The hotel sits along the frontage road just off the highway.

value: Sandman Inn McBride

signal: Nightly rates $105–$122; standard budget chain

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: part of the Sandman Hotels chain


value: 31940 South Fraser Way #20, Abbotsford, BC V2T 1V6

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 76m; rack (3 spaces) at 80m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: El Negociante is a Mexican and Latin specialty grocery store in Abbotsford, BC, tagged as a supermarket and stocking products oriented toward Latin American cuisine. For touring cyclists, specialty grocery stores like this can be a welcome find for unique pantry staples and culturally specific foods not found in mainstream supermarkets. The store is located in a unit (unit 20), suggesting a plaza or strip-mall setting.

value: El Negociante Abbotsford "Mexican & Latin Store"


value: A remote wilderness camp within Carmanah Walbran Park, set beneath old-growth Sitka spruce reaching 95 metres and ancient cedars over 1,000 years old; access is via active private logging roads shared with industrial trucks, making this one of the most demanding reaches on Vancouver Island.

value: Three Sisters Camp

wow_evidence: old-growth Sitka spruce reaching 95 metres and ancient cedars over 1,000 years old … access only via rough private logging roads shared with industrial logging trucks


value: 208b Colvilleton Trail, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6R1

blurb: Small museum on car-free Protection Island, a short ferry hop from Nanaimo.

community: Nanaimo

value: The Protection Island Museum is a small community museum located on Protection Island, a car-free island community in Nanaimo Harbour accessible only by a short passenger ferry. The island has gravel roads with a 20 km/h speed limit and is home to roughly 330 full-time residents. It sits alongside a small library and community centre at Gallows Point, offering a quiet glimpse into the island's local history.

value: Protection Island Museum

signal: tiny island community museum, donation entry

detail: Website states: 'There are several public parks on the island, but no public washrooms.'

wow_evidence: Tiny museum on the car-free island reached by Nanaimo's little passenger ferry — the trip itself is the charm.


value: 1285 Cliveden Avenue, Delta, BC

community: Delta

value: A McDonald's franchise on Annacis Island in Delta, situated in an otherwise industrial area that sees cyclists crossing between Delta and the broader Metro Vancouver cycling network. The location offers drive-through, curbside pickup, and app-based ordering, making it a practical fuelling stop for riders in an area with limited food options. Free Wi-Fi is available per OSM tagging, consistent with McDonald's Canada standard practice.

value: McDonald's


value: 17617 64 Avenue, Surrey

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

value: Chevron


value: Driftwood Mall, 2751 Cliffe Ave #1002B, Courtenay, BC V9N 2L8, Canada

community: Courtenay

value: COBS Bread

signal: chain 'cobs bread'


value: 8012 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6P 4Z5

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 24m; wall_loops (3 spaces) at 52m; stands (3 spaces) at 63m; rack (2 spaces) at 63m. Total: 13 spaces.

value: Lucky Fortune Seafood Restaurant (天喜海鲜酒家) is a long-standing Cantonese-style seafood restaurant on Granville Street in South Vancouver, serving a broad range of regional Chinese cuisines including Cantonese, Sichuan, and Shanghainese dishes. It accommodates tourist groups and banquet-style dining, which could suit larger cycling parties. Dine-in, pickup, delivery, and catering are all available.

value: Lucky Fortune Seafood Restaurant

signal: Cantonese seafood/banquet; ~$18-30pp