value: 70 Church Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5H4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 84m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Nanaimo

value: The View Oceanside Grill is a casual fine-dining seafood and steakhouse located inside the Best Western Dorchester in downtown Nanaimo, offering water views of the harbour. It relocated from its original Stewart Avenue location and has since been voted TripAdvisor's #1 restaurant in Nanaimo as well as Best of the City in 2022 and 2023. The restaurant focuses exclusively on in-house dining with a menu of fresh seafood, steaks, and seasonal dishes, making it a destination experience rather than a quick stop.

value: The View Oceanside Grill

detail: Website states repeatedly 'WE DO NOT OFFER TAKE-OUT'; FAQ confirms 'we do not offer any take-out options' and notes all resources are allocated to in-house dining

detail: FAQ confirms 'several vegetarian options available'; 'most of our entrees are gluten free' with appetizers and pastas adjustable; limited vegan options noted

signal: #1 destination seafood/steakhouse, casual fine-dining, reservations; ~$35-55pp


source: enrichment

value: 2687 James Street, Duncan, V9L 2X5

blurb: Duncan's public library on James Street.

category: Attractions

community: Duncan

value: The Cowichan (Duncan) branch of Vancouver Island Regional Library traces its roots to a lending library in the late 1800s, surviving multiple relocations across Duncan before settling at its current James Street location. Part of the Vancouver Island Regional Library system serving communities across Vancouver Island and the BC coast, it offers public library services, meeting rooms, digital resources, and a range of community programming. As a free public facility in the heart of Duncan, it functions as a central community hub within easy reach of the Cowichan Valley's cycling routes.

dwell: quick

energy: restorative

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: yes

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: civic

value: Cowichan Library Branch

origin: osm

ownership: Public

band_key: free

confidence: high

label: Free

signal: amenity=library

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Library

tier: info

wow_evidence: Long-established Duncan branch; ordinary library band.


value: 380 Laurier Street, Invermere, V0A 1K7

category: Accommodation

community: Invermere

value: Invermere Hostel is a year-round, 24-hour hostel a short walk from Windermere Lake, James Chabot Beach, and the Columbia River in Invermere, BC. It offers a range of room types from four-person dorms to private queen rooms, making it a flexible option for budget-minded touring cyclists passing through the Columbia Valley. The hostel sits near the town centre and is a stop on the Invermere/Panorama free winter shuttle route.

value: Invermere Hostel

detail: Rocky River Grill Station Pub listed in the hostel's own Local Info navigation menu

detail: Wireless Internet available throughout the entire property at no extra cost; most rooms also have wired Ethernet connections

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

label: Rock-bottom

signal: tourism=hostel

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Hostel


bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 21m; rack (5 spaces) at 29m; stands (1 space, covered) at 40m; stands (3 spaces) at 43m; stands (1 space) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (1 space) at 45m; stands (1 space, covered) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; rack (5 spaces) at 51m; stands (1 space) at 53m; stands (4 spaces) at 60m; rack (5 spaces) at 91m. Total: 35 spaces.

category: Groceries

community: Vancouver

source: osm

value: BC Liquor Store

origin: chain

ownership: Buy BC (chain)

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Liquor Store


blurb: Small lake nature reserve on Kelowna's outskirts.

community: Kelowna

value: Robert's Lake Regional Park is a nature reserve and regional park situated near Kelowna in British Columbia's Okanagan region. Tagged in OpenStreetMap as a nature reserve, it offers a natural outdoor setting typical of the semi-arid lake country surrounding Kelowna. Touring cyclists passing through the area may find it a scenic detour or rest point along their route.

dwell: short

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: med

planning: walk-up

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Robert's Lake Regional Park

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Regional nature reserve; thin record, no described feature.


value: 4359 Main Street, Whistler

community: Whistler

value: Summit Lodge is a pet-friendly boutique hotel tucked into the quieter, forested edge of Whistler Village, with a lobby anchored by a stone fireplace, slate floors, and untreated wood plank walls. It sits within walking distance of village shops and a supermarket, and has on-site dining at Sachi Sushi, popular with locals. The hotel's summer offerings explicitly highlight hiking and biking as activities guests can base themselves here to enjoy.

value: Summit Lodge Boutique Hotel

detail: On-site Sachi Sushi restaurant mentioned on the website as a dining option, described as popular with locals

detail: Guest review quoted on the website states 'a short distance away from a supermarket and town shops.'

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: Nightly rates $152–$168 fall in mid-range ($130–$200) band

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 1051 Victoria Street, Trail, BC

blurb: Trail's civic sports complex: two arenas, curling club, gymnasium, courts.

community: Trail

value: The Trail Memorial Centre is a large multi-purpose recreation facility in Trail, BC, housing two hockey arenas, a curling club, a full gymnasium, racquetball and squash courts, meeting rooms, and a commercial kitchen. The TMC marked its 75th year of operation in 2024 and serves as a major community hub in the Kootenays. Touring cyclists passing through Trail may find it a useful landmark stop, with EV charging stations listed among its on-site amenities.

dwell: half

energy: active

planning: check-ahead

theme: recreation

google_place_id: ChIJEyCgcfLZYlMRzmFCuEdNcmY

value: Trail Memorial Centre

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: DUPE#11 winner (fuller record): 75-year civic sports complex — arenas, curling, gym, courts; public rec band, KW-PRIVATE is rentals false positive.


value: 38038 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; rack (6 spaces) at 94m. Total: 10 spaces.

category: Food & Drink

community: Squamish

value: Taste of Saigon Cafe is a Vietnamese restaurant on Squamish's main commercial strip, Cleveland Avenue, sitting along the Sea to Sky cycling corridor between Vancouver and Whistler. It offers indoor seating in a smoke-free environment, making it a sheltered rest stop for cyclists passing through town. Vietnamese cuisine — pho, banh mi, and similar dishes — tends to be hearty and well-suited to the appetite of a touring cyclist.

value: Taste of Saigon Cafe

band_key: casual

confidence: low

label: Casual

signal: Vietnamese cafe; ~$14-20pp

source: judgement

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: welcoming


value: Subway

ownership: Global chain

label: Cheap eats

signal: chain 'subway'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: Fipke Centre, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, BC

value: This Starbucks operates on the first floor of the Fipke Centre at UBC Okanagan, run by UBCO Food Services as part of an 11-location campus dining network. It offers the standard Starbucks lineup of espresso drinks, Teavana teas, Frappuccinos, smoothies, snacks, and pastries. Its campus setting makes it a convenient stop for cyclists touring the University Way corridor in Kelowna.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 4429 Sundial Place, Whistler, British Columbia, V0N 1B4

value: The Keg Whistler is a long-established outpost of the Canadian steakhouse chain, occupying one of Whistler Village's historical buildings on the roundabout at Sundial Place. The location offers a patio, bar, lounge, and private and semi-private dining rooms, making it a well-known anchor of the main village dining scene. Takeout and delivery are both available, and free Wi-Fi is offered to guests.

value: The Keg

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: chain 'the keg'


value: 3030 Hwy 16 W, Houston, BC V0J 1Z0

community: Houston

value: Pleasant Valley Motel is a budget-friendly, family-run motel on the Yellowhead Highway (Hwy 16) in Houston, BC, operating since 1993. It includes an on-site casual restaurant serving hot, fresh meals, making it a practical stop for touring cyclists on this major northern BC corridor. The property also offers free parking and is pet-friendly upon request.

value: Pleasant Valley Hotel Restaurant

signal: motel restaurant, budget; ~$14-20pp

region: Northern British Columbia

wow_evidence: family-run motel on the Yellowhead Highway... operating since 1993


value: 499 Wallace Street

value: The Vault Cafe is a cafe and bar on Wallace Street in Nanaimo offering indoor and sidewalk seating. The cafe serves vegan and vegetarian options and features free Wi-Fi for customers.

value: The Vault Cafe

detail: Vegan and vegetarian options available

signal: amenity=cafe

detail: Toilets available, no fee

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 1705 Peninsula Rd, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0, Canada

community: Ucluelet

value: Ukee Scoops is an ice cream shop in Ucluelet, BC — 'Ukee' being the affectionate local shorthand for the town. The shop offers outdoor seating, making it a natural rest stop for cyclists passing through this gateway community to Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. It sits at the tip of the Ucluelet Peninsula, where touring routes converge after the scenic Highway 4 approach.

value: Ukee Scoops

subcategory: Ice Cream

wow_evidence: amenity=ice_cream, outdoor_seating=yes


value: 1590 McGregor Frontage Road, Christina Lake, V0H 1E0

community: Christina Lake

value: One Stop Convenience

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: Thompson-Nicola, BC V0K 1A0, Canada

bike_access: hard

character: utilitarian

kid_friendly: no

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

washroom_type: pit

category: Camping

community: Basque

source: camping

value: Small one-party grassy site near Ashcroft used mainly as a base for hang-gliding at nearby Cornwall Hills Provincial Park; the access road is rough and 4x4-recommended in wet weather, and the on-site creek is off-limits as a community water source.

value: Three Sisters Creek Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground

wow_evidence: Small one-party grassy site... access road is rough and 4x4-recommended


value: 4950 Eagle Island Rd, Lac Des Roches, BC

bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

kid_friendly: neutral

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

community: Bridge Lake

value: A fishing-focused lake resort on BC's Highway 24 — the 'Fishing Highway' — in the Cariboo; lake access and angling culture are the main draw, but facility details are thin from available sources.

value: Eagle Island Resort

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 250 Main St #8, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0, Canada

value: The Break is a scratch-kitchen café and bakery in the heart of Ucluelet, known for house-smoked meats, fermented vegetables, fresh-baked sourdough and bagels, and made-to-order brunch sandwiches. Everything from pastry fillings to sandwich sauces is prepared in-house using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients. Touring cyclists stopping in Ucluelet will find a quality sit-down food stop with a strong local reputation.

value: The Break Café

detail: Website menu lists made-to-order brunch sandwiches including Bagel + Lox, Maple Bacon Sandwich, and Fennel Sausage Sandwich, all served on fresh-baked bread

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: scratch-kitchen café and bakery in the heart of Ucluelet...strong local reputation


value: 4255 Red Mountain Road, Rossland, V0G 1Y0

community: Rossland

value: Nowhere Special is a modern, social hostel-style lodge sitting at the base of RED Mountain Resort in Rossland, BC, a community celebrated for both its world-class skiing and its extensive mountain-bike trail network. The lodge is purpose-built for groups, offering crew-style rooms sleeping 2–10 guests, a fully equipped community kitchen, shared laundry, and a lively outdoor gathering area with fire pit and gas grills. Rossland's renowned singletrack starts virtually at the door, and a free shuttle connects guests to the town's restaurants, brewery, and shops in about five minutes.

value: Nowhere Special

detail: Front-page amenity checklist explicitly lists 'SHARED LAUNDRY ROOM'

detail: Front-page amenity checklist lists 'LUGGAGE CHECK-IN'

detail: Website states Rossland (5-minute shuttle ride) offers 'restaurants, bars, a local award-winning brewery'

detail: Amenity checklist on front page lists 'INDOOR BIKE STORAGE'; /about/ page confirms 'indoor bike and ski storage' as a practical feature of the lodge

tier: accredited

wow_evidence: INDOOR BIKE STORAGE; indoor bike and ski storage; shared laundry


value: 4501 50th Avenue South, V0C 1R0

community: Fort Nelson

value: Boston Pizza

ownership: Buy Canadian

signal: chain 'boston pizza'


value: 300 Gorge Road West, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 7m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Health Essentials is a community-oriented health and wellness shop founded in 2011 by a Victoria couple, located at the corner of Tillicum and Gorge Road West directly across from Gorge Waterway Park. The store carries a curated selection of supplements, specialty foods (local organic meats, dairy, keto items), barefoot shoes, light therapy products, and natural body care. It hosts educational seminars and workshops and ships Canada-wide, with a loyal local following drawn by its knowledgeable staff and competitive pricing.

value: Health Essentials

subcategory: Specialty / Health Food


value: 1860 Marine Drive, West Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands at 22m; stands at 77m.

community: West Vancouver

value: Raku Japanese Kitchen is a sushi and Japanese cuisine restaurant situated on Marine Drive in West Vancouver, a route popular with cyclists traveling along the North Shore. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating, providing a comfortable rest stop. Online ordering is available, suggesting a takeout option for cyclists on the go.

value: Raku Japanese Kitchen

confidence: medium


value: 3593 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 3N4

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 8m; rack (5 spaces) at 11m; stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (4 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; rack at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m. Total: 43 spaces.

value: Published on Main is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood, led by Executive Chef Gus Stieffenhofer-Brandson, whose cooking draws on British Columbia's landscape and seasonal regional ingredients. Since opening six years ago it has held a MICHELIN Star every year from 2022 through 2025, claimed the top spot on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants, and placed among North America's 50 Best. A touring cyclist looking for a special-occasion dinner on the Main Street corridor would find polished service and a thoughtfully crafted contemporary Canadian menu here.

value: Published on Main

label: Fine dining

signal: Michelin star, tasting menu, executive chef, mains $45–139


value: 2090 Norris Ave, Lumby, BC V0E 2G0, Canada

community: Lumby

value: Ana's Pizza is a pizza restaurant located in Coldstream, BC. Limited information is available due to website unavailability.

value: Ana's Pizza

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 2840 Peatt Rd Unit 111, Langford, BC V9B 3V5

community: Langford

value: Rhino Coffee House is an award-winning multi-location coffee shop serving specialty espresso drinks, craft cocktails and beers, and a full all-day food menu including breakfast wraps, sandwiches, bowls, and housemade donuts. The Langford location is the flagship, handling all catering orders for the group and offering both pickup and delivery. It has been recognized as the best coffee shop in the Victoria area.

value: Rhino Coffee House

detail: Food menu lists 'VEGGIE WRAP - V' (vegetarian) and 'GLUTEN FREE BREAD' as an add-on option

wow_evidence: award-winning multi-location coffee shop...recognized as the best coffee shop in the Victoria area


value: 2250 Campbell River Road, Campbell River, BC V9W 4N7

blurb: Riverside heritage home of writer and conservationist Roderick Haig-Brown.

community: Campbell River

value: The Haig-Brown Heritage House is a designated historic property sitting on the banks of the Campbell River, once home to Roderick Haig-Brown — celebrated fly-fisher, pioneering conservationist, acclaimed author, and magistrate. Operated by the Museum at Campbell River, the farmhouse and its tranquil riverside gardens serve as a bed and breakfast, garden event venue, and writer-in-residence program site. Located on Highway 28 near its junction with Highway 19, it makes a compelling cultural stop for cyclists touring northern Vancouver Island.

label: Haig-Brown Festival & World Rivers Day

setting: mixed

theme: history

value: Haig-Brown Heritage House

ownership: Nonprofit / community

signal: heritage house grounds open free; museum-run programs extra

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Rubric notability anchor (3): designated heritage home of writer-conservationist Roderick Haig-Brown, riverside gardens, operated by the Museum at Campbell River (KW B&B false positive).


bike_access: rough

community: Deka Lake

value: A single creekside campsite tucked between Bowers and Needa Lakes in the Cariboo interior, reached via 13.7 km of the Windy Mountain Forest Service Road; no listed amenities and just one site, so solitude is the main draw.

value: Jim Creek (Windy Mountain Road) Recreation Site

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

wow_evidence: no listed amenities and just one site


value: 7337 Edmonds Street, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 94m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Macao Imperial Tea


value: 32555 London Ave #160, Mission, BC V2V 6M7, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 44m; rack (3 spaces) at 93m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Mission

value: Boston Pizza is Canada's largest casual dining chain, founded in Edmonton in 1964 and operating hundreds of locally owned franchise locations coast-to-coast. This Chilliwack location runs as a full-service restaurant and sports bar serving pizza, pasta, wings, sandwiches, and more. For a touring cyclist, it offers a reliable sit-down meal with broad menu coverage including gluten-wise and vegan options.

value: Boston Pizza

detail: Menu page states: 'Vegan and Glutenwise® options also available.'

wow_evidence: Canada's largest casual dining chain...operating hundreds of locally owned franchise locations coast-to-coast


community: Port Coquitlam

value: Starbucks


value: 9251 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, V6X 0N1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 69m; rack at 86m.

community: Richmond

value: A large-format Walmart Supercentre located in Richmond, BC, offering a full grocery department alongside electronics, clothing, toys, and household goods. As a three-level Supercentre it is one of the larger Walmart formats in the Lower Mainland, giving touring cyclists access to a wide range of resupply options under one roof. Accepts cash, credit, and debit.

value: Walmart Supercentre

subcategory: Grocery Store

wow_evidence: large-format Walmart Supercentre


value: 1098 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1M3

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (3 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; rack (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (6 spaces) at 64m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (7 spaces) at 86m; stands (7 spaces) at 86m. Total: 44 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Denny's on Davie Street is a 24/7 Canadian chain diner located in Vancouver's West End, just north of Sunset Beach. It serves all-day breakfast, lunch, and dinner with classic comfort food including pancakes, bennies, omelettes, and burgers. Cyclists finishing the Seawall or heading to or from the Grouse Grind will find a reliable, round-the-clock meal stop here.

value: Denny's

signal: chain 'denny'

wow_evidence: 24/7 Canadian chain diner


label: summer swimming and paddling

months: July August

community: Caycuse

value: A large, popular rec site on Cowichan Lake with a south-facing beach that holds sun well into the evening and a small boat launch; the final stretch after Youbou turns to gravel, and the site is cash-only at $20/night.

value: Maple Grove Recreation Site


value: 4479 Victoria Quay, Port Alberni, BC

community: Port Alberni

value: The Clam Bucket Restaurant is a seafood-focused destination on the Port Alberni waterfront, self-billed as 'world famous' for its West Coast seafood. Customer reviews highlight generous portions of fish and chips, chowder, salmon, and prawns, along with an outdoor patio that buzzes in season. It sits at the heart of Port Alberni's Victoria Quay, making it a natural and memorable stop for cyclists touring central Vancouver Island.

value: Clam Bucket Restaurant

signal: waterfront seafood, fish & chips/chowder, generous; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: seafood-focused destination on the Port Alberni waterfront...heart of Port Alberni's Victoria Quay


value: Mile 122 John Hart Hwy, Mackenzie, BC V0J 2C0

community: Azu Ski Village

value: Powder King Mountain Resort is a remote ski destination nestled in Pine Pass in Northern British Columbia, earning a reputation as a hidden gem with an extraordinary annual snowfall of 1,250 cm (41 feet). The main chalet houses a Dining Room & Pub and a Cafeteria, while the nearby Cafe 97 and Azouzetta Lake Lodge round out the on-mountain services. The resort operates seasonally in winter and offers summer camping at Azouzetta Lake Lodge, making it a potential stop for cyclists touring the Hart Highway corridor.

value: Powder King Mountain Resort

signal: ski resort dining room/pub/cafeteria; $15-30/person


value: 404-6581 Aulds Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6J6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 86m.

community: Nanaimo

value: Delicado's is a funky, high-energy southwestern cafe and deli known for freshly made wraps, burritos, enchiladas, and homemade soups prepared daily on the premises. The Nanaimo North location is one of several BC franchises offering both dine-in and takeout, with a mini-market stocked with specialty hot sauces, salsas, and oil-free hummus. It's a solid stop for cyclists wanting a filling, colourful meal with plenty of vegetarian-friendly options.

value: Delicado's

detail: Menu includes Veggie roll-up (avocado, beans, tomato), Garden Medley (veggies only), Falafel roll-up, and 'oil free hummus' — multiple clearly meatless options

signal: Main roll-ups $11–13, emphasizes 'reasonably priced,' deli-format casual dining

wow_evidence: one of several BC franchises...DINE IN / TAKEOUT...vegetarian-friendly options


value: 4692 Imperial Street, Burnaby, V5J 1B8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (covered) at 86m.

value: ON the RUN is a convenience store brand attached to a Chevron fuel station on Imperial Street in Burnaby. The store stocks snacks, drinks, and everyday convenience items, and the station includes washrooms and a compressed-air station useful for tire inflation. The ATM on site adds further utility for travellers passing through the area.

value: ON the RUN

detail: Website lists 'Air' as a station amenity — compressed air available for tire inflation


value: 903 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3M4

community: Victoria

value: Market on Yates is a locally owned, family-operated full-service supermarket in downtown Victoria with departments spanning produce, deli, meat and seafood, bakery, and grocery. The in-house bakery is known for specialty cakes, muffins, and artisan breads, while the deli runs a hot case stocked with rotisserie chicken and made-from-scratch meals — a practical refuel stop for cyclists passing through the city core. It is one of two Market Stores locations and positions itself as a genuine community grocery rather than a chain.

value: Market on Yates

detail: Deli page describes a hot case with rotisserie Maple Hill free-range chicken and made-from-scratch dinners, entrees, and soups

wow_evidence: one of two Market Stores locations... locally owned, family-operated... hot case stocked with rotisserie chicken and made-from-scratch meals


value: 800 3rd Avenue Unit J, Hope, BC

community: Hope

value: A locally owned health food and wellness shop that has been operating in downtown Hope, BC for 30 years. The store carries a wide variety of spices, loose and bagged herbal teas, a refillery station for soaps and essential oils, and specialty items like Darn Tough socks and hand-woven African baskets. Located on the Trans-Canada corridor, it offers a distinctive browsing stop though it is more of a specialty wellness shop than a conventional grocery.

value: Treehouse Health


value: 1567 Cedar Hill Cross Road, Victoria, V8P 2P3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 57m; rack at 100m.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 5275 Big White Road

community: Big White

value: The White Crystal Inn is a ski-resort hotel located within the Big White Ski Resort controlled recreational area, roughly 56 km southeast of Kelowna in BC's Okanagan highlands. As part of a major destination ski resort, it sits at high elevation in a village-style mountain setting that also offers summer eBike tours and trail activities. The resort operates on a seasonal model, closing in spring and reopening for summer and winter seasons.

value: White Crystal Inn

signal: Big White ski hotel; in-season standard rooms ~$180-250, summer much lower

wow_evidence: within the Big White Ski Resort controlled recreational area... summer eBike tours and trail activities


community: Lillooet

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: Starbucks


value: 1448 Charlotte Road, North Vancouver, V7J 1H2

community: North Vancouver

value: Bridge Brewing Company is a North Vancouver craft brewery operating a taproom and tasting room at its original Charlotte Road location, one of three Bridge Brewing venues across the North Shore. The taproom pours a rotating lineup of core and seasonal house beers, and the site also hosts a playful 'Bridge Arcade' experience. A keg rental program and private event space at a sister location round out the brewery's community presence.

value: Bridge Brewing Company

signal: Craft brewery taproom


value: 149 Fulford-Ganges Road #106, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2T9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 41m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Ganges

value: Heart & Bone Provisions is a health-focused café and provisions shop in Ganges on Salt Spring Island, specializing in premium bone broth made from organic, free-range ingredients with a keto-oriented menu. Cyclists can pick up take-home items from a self-serve cooler and freezer stocked with frozen broth, soups, eggs, butter, and low-sugar sweet treats, or dine in for a nourishing meal. The shop also offers online ordering with pickup and delivery, making it a practical resupply stop for touring cyclists on the island.

value: Heart & Bone Provisions


value: 1180 Columbia Street West, Kamloops, V2C 6R6

community: Kamloops

value: Booster Juice

signal: chain 'booster juice'


value: 37530 Eakin Settlement Road, Burns Lake BC

community: Takysie Lake

value: Takysie Lake Resort is a secluded, family-run lakeside retreat in BC's Central Interior, sitting on a 514-hectare rainbow trout lake whose name means 'lake of many fishes.' The resort offers rustic lakeside cabins, RV and tent sites, a boat launch, guest docks, and floatplane docking, making it a self-contained base camp for fishing, paddling, and exploring the remote Southside backroads. On-site amenities include a café, general market, hardware store, 24-hour pay-at-pump gas station, and a mechanic shop — an unusually full-service stop for such a remote location.

value: Takysie Lake Resort

detail: On-site Takysie Café serves comfort food; open most days including weekends starting at 9am

detail: On-site Takysie Market Store open daily 9am–9pm; website says 'stock up on supplies.'

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: rustic lakeside cabins + RV/tent, remote Lakes District; cabins $90-120

wow_evidence: on-site café, general market, hardware store, 24-hour pay-at-pump gas station, and a mechanic shop at a remote lakeside resort


community: Surrey

value: Espresso Café appears to be a coffee shop offering espresso drinks, cold beverages, and a breakfast and bakery menu, based on page-title remnants visible in its sitemap. The domain has been taken over by an unrelated online gambling affiliate site, making current operational details unverifiable. The café's community is listed as Tsawwassen in OSM, though archived page titles reference 'Surrey Coffee.'

value: Espresso Café


value: 8631 Granville Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 30m; wall_loops at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; wall_loops (8 spaces) at 61m; stands (6 spaces) at 86m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Fighter Chicken


value: 115-A W Second Avenue, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1S7

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Olive This & More is an interactive olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting room in Qualicum Beach, one of three Vancouver Island locations (also Nanaimo and Langford). Staff guide visitors through an extensive selection of ultra-premium extra virgin olive oils sourced from both hemispheres and 12-to-18-year aged Modena balsamic vinegars produced via the traditional Solera system. The shop also carries specialty oils, artisan salts and rubs, olives, olive oil skin care, and gifts.

value: Olive This & More


value: 250 East 1st Street, North Vancouver, BC V7L 1B3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 15m. Total: 3 spaces.

value: Finch x Barley is a music-centric bar and restaurant in North Vancouver offering a globally influenced menu with a strong focus on Middle Eastern culinary traditions alongside craft beer, cocktails, wine, and spirits. The venue hosts regular Friday and Saturday night DJ sets and occasional live music, making it a lively social destination. A patio is available, and the food program spans brunch plates, dinner mains, and a full cocktail list.

value: Finch x Barley

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: music-centric bar and restaurant... hosts regular Friday and Saturday night DJ sets


value: 2950 Douglas St #165, Victoria, BC V8T 4N4

value: Palagio Pizza is a late-night pizza and poutine destination on Douglas Street in Victoria, with a menu of handmade-dough pizzas and a dedicated '420 Poutine House' sub-brand offering creative poutine variations. The kitchen prides itself on daily-made dough and a house tomato sauce locals reportedly rave about. With gluten-free and non-dairy options available, it caters to a range of dietary needs and keeps unusually late hours well suited to tired cyclists rolling in after dark.

value: Palagio Pizza

detail: Website states 'Gluten Free & Non Dairy Options Available'; menu includes dedicated vegetarian pizzas (Vegi, Loaded vegetarian, Mediterranean, Popeye) and non-dairy cheese option for poutine


value: 1399 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X5

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (3 spaces) at 97m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Livia is a family-run Italian bakery, café, and wine bar on Vancouver's beloved Commercial Drive, founded by husband-and-wife duo Claire Livia Lassam and Jordan Pires and named after Claire's grandmother. The shop serves handmade sourdough, Italian-leaning brunch and lunch, boutique Italian wines, cocktails, and handmade pasta. Evening pop-up events (including a Friday Lasagna and Lambrusco night) and private buyouts make it a destination as well as a daytime stop.

value: Livia Forno e Vino

detail: Website states 'Bakery Takeout Tuesday-Sunday 9 am-5 pm (or sold out)' and 'Takeout Hot Food 9 am-5 pm'

signal: Italian bakery/cafe/wine bar, handmade pasta; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: family-run Italian bakery, café, and wine bar ... founded by husband-and-wife duo


value: 3731 Old Okanagan Highway, West Kelowna, V4T 1K7

blurb: West Kelowna's library branch in the Westridge Centre.

community: West Kelowna

value: The West Kelowna Branch is part of the Okanagan Regional Library, BC's 16th largest library system, located in the Westridge Centre on Old Okanagan Highway. The branch offers two free study rooms, a 40-seat meeting room, exam invigilation services, and regular community programming. Free parking is available in the Westridge Centre lot, making it a convenient and sheltered stop in the heart of West Kelowna.

value: West Kelowna Library Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Mall-centre branch; ordinary library band.


value: 5959 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver, BC V6T 1K2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 21m; anchors at 91m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: University Hill

value: Gage Apartments at UBC offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom self-contained suites with full kitchens on the University of British Columbia's forested Vancouver campus, available year-round to the general public. The property is carbon-neutral, with heating and hot water supplied by biomass generation and hydroelectricity, and select suites are pursuing LEED Gold Certification. A major bus exchange is located on campus, putting downtown Vancouver roughly 25 minutes away.

value: Gage Apartments at UBC

detail: Website lists 'Laundry facilities available' under Gage Suites features

signal: Studio/one-bedroom suites from $219-259/night

wow_evidence: carbon-neutral, heating and hot water supplied by biomass generation and hydroelectricity, select suites pursuing LEED Gold Certification


value: 9520 Trans-Canada Highway, Rogers Pass, BC V0E 2S0

blurb: Boardwalk loop through old-growth inland cedar rainforest beside the Trans-Canada.

community: Ross Peak

value: The Hemlock Grove Boardwalk is a circular nature walk through old-growth forest within Glacier National Park, located near Rogers Pass along the Trans-Canada Highway. The boardwalk winds through moss-draped cedars in what Parks Canada describes as the world's only inland cedar rainforest. It lies within a park renowned for dramatic alpine scenery and deep river valleys, making it a natural rest stop for cyclists travelling the Trans-Canada corridor.

facet_confidence: low

value: Hemlock Grove Boardwalk

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

signal: Website explicitly states 'Free admission' for Glacier National Park

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Short boardwalk loop through moss-draped old growth in the world's only inland cedar rainforest (Parks Canada); lovely highway leg-stretch.


community: Port Hardy

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: The Woods is a restaurant located within Big White Ski Resort, one of BC's largest ski destinations situated in the Okanagan highlands east of Kelowna. It operates as part of the resort's dining lineup in a mountain village setting. Big White is a four-season resort, and visiting cyclists may find it on route to or from the resort during summer operations.

value: The Woods

signal: ski resort village restaurant; $18-30/person


value: 9194 Glover Road, Fort Langley, BC

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; ground_slots (5 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Beatniks Bistro occupies one of Fort Langley's oldest buildings, a 1933 heritage house originally built as the Moorhouse family residence, giving the space a warm, lived-in character distinct from purpose-built restaurants. The bistro serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner alongside a seasonal patio recognized as one of the top patios in the Fraser Valley. Live music every Thursday evening makes it a particularly lively stop for cyclists riding through the historic village of Fort Langley.

value: Beatniks Bistro

signal: heritage bistro, breakfast/lunch/dinner; ~$18-28pp

wow_evidence: 1933 heritage house originally built as the Moorhouse family residence... seasonal patio recognized as one of the top patios in the Fraser Valley


value: 6483 Scott Road

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 73m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Delta

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 442 Marine Drive

community: Gibsons

value: Buono is a modern Mediterranean restaurant on the Gibsons waterfront, owned and led by Executive Chef Mike Buono, whose Italian heritage drives a menu built around a wood-fired al forno oven. The kitchen specializes in small-plate family-style dining featuring house-made pastas, Neapolitan pizza, fresh crudo, and seasonal produce sourced from local farmers and foragers. A craft cocktail program mirrors the food philosophy — fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced — making it one of the more refined dining stops on the Sunshine Coast.

value: Buono

detail: About page lists 'crisp salads and seasonal veggie dishes' as menu staples; vegan and GF options not explicitly confirmed

signal: Named chef, Tasting Room, wood-fired oven, fine dining positioning


value: 3610 Carrington Road, Unit 115, West Kelowna, BC V4T 3K7

value: Buster's Pizza and Donair is a pizza and donair restaurant located in the Westbank/West Kelowna area at 3610 Carrington Road. It sits in a commercial unit that may serve as a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the area. No further details about the establishment could be confirmed due to inaccessible website content.

value: Buster's Pizza & Donair

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 223 East Georgia Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands at 16m; stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (4 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; rack (4 spaces) at 87m; stands at 96m. Total: 34 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: The Ramen Butcher serves authentic Hakata-style tonkotsu ramen in Vancouver's Chinatown, with chefs trained in Japan through the parent Menya Kouji Group. Everything — noodles, gyoza, and rice bowls — is handmade daily, and the menu spans classic tonkotsu, tsukemen, miso, and vegetarian broths. The Chinatown location is a takeout-friendly stop in a dense, walkable neighbourhood.

value: The Ramen Butcher

detail: Menu includes 'Vegetarian' ramen (creamy miso and soy milk broth with vegetables and shiitake), 'Vege Tantan' (soy milk broth with minced soy meat), and 'Vege Gyoza' (meat-free gyoza with matcha wrappers)

signal: Ramen shop with sit-down service; no menu prices listed


community: Remote & backcountry, Columbia Shuswap Regional District

value: McMurdo Cabin is a rustic backcountry wilderness hut in the Northern Purcell Mountains, one of five remote huts maintained by the Columbia Valley Hut Society, a non-profit founded in 1983. The area around the cabin offers wildlife viewing, high country travel in summer, and ski touring in winter. Access requires backcountry travel with variable hiking distances depending on route-finding and seasonal road conditions.

value: McMurdo Cabin

subcategory: Resort

wow_evidence: remote backcountry wilderness hut... aimed at 'self-propelled, non-motorized recreationalists' accessed by hiking or skiing


value: 19 Apex Dr, Logan Lake, BC V0K 1W0

community: Logan Lake

value: Hotel Viewmont Restaurant is the sit-down dining room of Hotel Viewmont in Logan Lake, BC, serving freshly prepared meals in a cozy atmosphere with patio seating. The hotel has operated since 1995 and sits in the Thompson Highlands, a natural waypoint for cyclists crossing between Merritt and the Okanagan. The property is pet-friendly and offers a shuttle to Kamloops Airport, making it a practical overnight base as well as a meal stop.

value: Hotel Viewmont Restaurant

signal: hotel dining room; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: hotel has operated since 1995


value: 1630 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 8L1

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 52m; lockers (secure) at 52m; lockers (secure) at 53m; lockers (secure) at 53m; lockers (secure) at 98m; lockers (secure) at 99m.

community: Kelowna

value: Yamas Greek Taverna is a Greek restaurant located on Ellis Street in Kelowna. It provides casual dining for traveling cyclists and other visitors passing through the Okanagan.

value: Yamas Greek Taverna

signal: Greek taverna; ~$20-30pp


value: 2707 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5N 4C5

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; stands (6 spaces) at 57m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Baby Dhal Roti Shop is a Trinidadian restaurant on Vancouver's Commercial Drive serving handcrafted recipes passed down through generations — doubles, pholourie, aloo pie, and curries made with locally sourced meats and fresh ingredients. Situated on one of the city's most beloved cycling corridors just south of Broadway, it offers quick phone-order takeout and DoorDash delivery for cyclists looking for a hearty, flavourful refuel. The menu spans vegetarian curries to oxtail, with house-made roti shells also available fresh or frozen.

value: Baby Dhal

detail: Menu explicitly lists vegetarian curry options: 'Veg (Aloo, Channa, Bhaji)' as a curry choice, plus vegetarian sides (Aloo, Bhaji, Channa, Rice & Peas)

signal: Curry mains $16–18; casual price band

wow_evidence: handcrafted recipes passed down through generations... situated on one of the city's most beloved cycling corridors


value: Mount Waddington, BC V0N 3J0, Canada

community: Beaver Cove

value: A free highway-side day-use and picnic stop on Highway 30 near Port Alice, primarily a pull-off rest area with a trailhead for the Beaver Lake Interpretive Forest directly across the road; no garbage service and no confirmed overnight facilities.

value: Ida Lake Recreation Site

wow_evidence: primarily a pull-off rest area... no confirmed overnight facilities


community: Howser

value: A quiet two-site lakeshore rec site on Duncan Lake with an outhouse; reached by turning off Highway 31 near Kaslo and then riding 14.5 km of the Duncan Lake FSR — gravel and unconfirmed condition, no drinking water mentioned.

value: Twin Bay Recreation Site


value: 6437 Main Street, Vancouver

value: Persia Foods is a family-owned grocery chain that has served Metro Vancouver since 1996, operating multiple locations across the Lower Mainland. The Main Street location stocks fresh, healthy, and ethnically diverse foods and markets itself as one of Vancouver's most affordable grocery options. Its broad product range and accessible pricing make it a practical resupply point for touring cyclists passing through South Vancouver.

value: Persia Foods


value: 4809 Joyce Avenue

community: Powell River

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 413 Pine Street, Kaslo, V0G 1M0

community: Kaslo

value: The Clubhouse Restaurant is a food establishment in Kaslo with outdoor seating available. It appears to be associated with a local golf facility based on its URL structure.

value: The Clubhouse Restaurant

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


value: 4751 McClelland Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: bollard at 56m; stands (4 spaces) at 59m; rack at 63m; rack at 73m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 91m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: Smart N Save is a supermarket in Richmond offering weekly specials and delivery services. As a general grocery store, it provides a practical stop for touring cyclists needing supplies, food, and provisions on their journey.

value: Smart N Save

wow_evidence: general grocery store


value: Unit 336 (Level 2), North Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Cafe Log is a coffee and desserts café occupying a second-floor unit in North Vancouver, previously operating under the name Snowy Village. It offers indoor seating in a no-smoking environment and is noted as wheelchair accessible. Cyclists looking for a sweet stop in North Vancouver may find it a quiet, sheltered retreat for coffee and desserts.

value: Cafe Log

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: coffee and desserts café... indoor seating


value: 7030 Glacier Street

value: Gourmet Canton is a Chinese restaurant on Glacier Street in the Vancouver Island area. As a sit-down dining establishment, it offers a meal break opportunity for touring cyclists. Specific amenities and services could not be verified due to website access limitations.

value: Gourmet Canton

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


value: 3838 Cadboro Bay Road, V8N 4G2

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 61m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Thai Lemongrass is a Thai restaurant situated on Cadboro Bay Road in Victoria's Cadboro Bay neighbourhood, close to the University of Victoria and the scenic seaside area. The location places it along a popular cycling corridor connecting the university district to the waterfront. Only a PDF menu is publicly available online, so details about the dining experience are limited.

value: Thai Lemongrass


value: 9386 120 St (Scott Road) #103, Surrey, BC V3V 4B9

community: Surrey

value: Kerala Kitchen is an award-winning South Indian restaurant in Surrey, earning 1st Place at the Vancouver Foodster Curry Challenge 2024 and an official appreciation from the City of Surrey. The menu centres on traditional Kerala cuisine — fresh-made dosas, coastal curries, and Indo-Chinese dishes drawn from family recipes — and the restaurant has amassed over 2,200 Google reviews. A spacious, welcoming dining room makes it a comfortable stop for groups or solo travellers passing through the Scott Road corridor.

value: Kerala Kitchen

signal: award South Indian (Kerala), dosa/curries; ~$16-26pp


value: 1541 Cliffe Avenue

community: Courtenay

value: KFC

signal: chain 'kfc'


value: 7546 Edmonds St, Burnaby, BC V3N 1B4

community: Burnaby

value: Abyssinia is a family-run Ethiopian restaurant in south Burnaby specializing in traditional dishes like injera-based watt stews, kitfo, and doro wot. The restaurant emphasizes the communal Ethiopian dining tradition of eating from a shared plate, with an extensive menu spanning beef, lamb, chicken, and vegetarian preparations. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available, making it a welcoming stop for a substantial, flavourful meal.

value: Abyssinia

detail: Menu lists a dedicated Vegetarian Platter (split peas, lentil, chick peas, cabbage, collard green, vegetables), plus individual vegetarian dishes: Kik Wat, Yemiser Wat, and Mama Shiro

signal: Ethiopian sit-down, shared plates; ~$16-26pp

wow_evidence: family-run Ethiopian restaurant... communal Ethiopian dining tradition of eating from a shared plate


value: 4994 Newton Street, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 68m.

value: Obanhmi is a Vietnamese bánh mì restaurant located in Burnaby's Newton Street area. The name suggests a specialty in the classic Vietnamese baguette sandwich, a popular quick and filling meal for cyclists on the move. The OSM record lists daily hours, indicating consistent availability throughout the week.

value: Obanhmi

signal: banh mi sandwich shop; under $15


value: 8-1470 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9K8

value: Umé is a family-owned Japanese restaurant tucked into Burtch Plaza on Highway 97 (Harvey Avenue) in Kelowna, serving sushi, sashimi, bento boxes, donburi, and more—all prepared MSG-free with fresh ingredients. It has earned a strong local reputation, landing in TripAdvisor's Top 10 best sushi in Kelowna and holding a 4.7-star Google rating from 360+ reviews. Cyclists riding the Highway 97 corridor have the option to dine in or grab takeout via Skip the Dishes or DoorDash.

value: umé

signal: family sushi, good price; ~$15-25pp


value: 8531 Alexandra Road, Unit 128, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 12m; rack at 27m; rack at 64m.

value: Little Pisces is a Japanese-inspired dessert shop specializing in taiyaki — crispy, chewy mochi-batter fish-shaped pastries available in rotating fillings — alongside seasonal soft serve flavors and specialty café drinks. The Richmond location opened in May 2025 as the brand's second outpost, following their original Lougheed store in Burnaby. Dairy-free and vegan options are clearly marked on the menu, with oat milk available for most drinks.

value: Little Pisces Taiyaki & Soft Serve

detail: Website FAQ states: 'Our dairy-free and vegan options are indicated on our menu. We usually have at least one vegan soft serve option. Most of our drinks can be made with oat milk upon request.'

signal: Taiyaki $6.70–14.70, soft serve $7.90–8.90, drinks $4–8; counter dessert shop


value: 2313 Yellow Point Road, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9X 1W5, Canada

community: Cedar

value: The Crow & Gate holds the distinction of being BC's first neighbourhood pub, having opened in 1972 in rural Yellow Point south of Nanaimo. Its Tudor-style architecture and sprawling English gardens attract visitors from around the world, and well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome on the patio. The pub even fields helicopter landings on its back field during good weather, hinting at the kind of off-the-beaten-path character a touring cyclist will appreciate.

value: Crow & Gate English Pub

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: BC's first neighbourhood pub, having opened in 1972...Tudor-style architecture and sprawling English gardens attract visitors from around the world


value: 280 East Cordova Street, Vancouver, V6A 1L3

blurb: Theatre in a converted heritage firehall; local and Indigenous storytelling.

value: The Firehall Arts Centre is one of Vancouver's oldest arts venues, housed in a converted heritage firehall in the Downtown Eastside and presenting theatre, dance, music, comedy, and community events. It is a producing and presenting house with capacity for 175, championing local and Indigenous storytelling on unceded Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh territory. A touring cyclist exploring Vancouver's DTES cultural corridor would find a lively, year-round performance calendar here.

theme: art-culture

value: Firehall Arts Centre

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: producing arts venue; tickets $25-40

wow_evidence: One of Vancouver's oldest arts venues in a converted heritage firehall; 175-seat producing house; show-conditional delight.


value: 15930 Fraser Highway, Unit 304, Surrey, BC

value: Fleetwood Sushi is a sushi restaurant located in unit 304 of a commercial building on Fraser Highway in Surrey's Fleetwood neighbourhood. It is tagged in OpenStreetMap as a sit-down restaurant serving Japanese sushi cuisine. Its Instagram presence has no posts, so little additional detail about the business is publicly available.

value: Fleetwood Sushi

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


value: 495 Southwest Marine Drive, Vancouver, V6P 3J5

value: Bubble Waffle Cafe is a Hong Kong street food cafe serving its signature egg waffles (雞蛋仔), customizable fish soup noodle combos with a wide array of toppings and soup bases, curry fish balls, takoyaki, and an extensive menu of Taiwanese and Hong Kong-style bubble teas and fruit drinks. The cafe draws on authentic Hong Kong street snack traditions and operates multiple locations across Metro Vancouver. It offers a casual, flavourful stop with online ordering available through apps.

value: Bubble Waffle Cafe


community: Chilliwack

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 1750 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 5m; stands (5 spaces) at 26m; stands (3 spaces) at 32m; stands (3 spaces) at 50m; stands (3 spaces) at 54m; stands (3 spaces) at 72m; wave (5 spaces) at 95m. Total: 25 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Lionsgate Pizza is a North Vancouver institution that has been serving gourmet pizza since 1989, evolving from the original Raven Pizza tradition dating back to 1979. The kitchen makes dough and slow-simmered sauce from scratch daily, using local BC cheese, fresh vegetables, and artisan meats sourced from a North Shore supplier. Specialty pizzas, Italian pastas, and gluten-free crusts are all on the menu.

value: Lionsgate Pizza

detail: About page explicitly states 'We also make gluten free pizza.' Fresh vegetables featured prominently; vegan not mentioned

signal: cuisine=pizza


community: Penticton

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 4501 Lougheed Highway

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (32 spaces, covered) at 38m; rack (6 spaces) at 48m; stands (22 spaces, covered) at 82m. Total: 60 spaces.

value: FreshSlice Pizza

signal: FreshSlice pizza chain (confirmed); ~$8-14


value: 2924 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; rack (10 spaces) at 43m; stands (5 spaces) at 51m; rack at 64m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; rack (8 spaces) at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 37 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: COBS Bread is a Canadian franchise arm of the Australian Bakers Delight chain, with 190 locations across Canada. Everything is baked from scratch on-site daily, and any unsold goods are donated to local charities at closing time. A touring cyclist stopping here can pick up fresh bread, rolls, bagels, scones, and savory baked items including mini pizzas and croissant-based pastries.

value: Cobs

signal: shop=bakery


community: Delta

value: Otter Co-op is a locally-owned co-operative with locations across the Fraser Valley and Interior, offering food, fuel, pharmacy, and liquor services. The Tsawwassen location sits along a key cycling corridor near the BC Ferries terminal, making it a potential resupply point for touring cyclists arriving on or departing to the Gulf Islands. The co-op also operates a 'Highwayman' service and a liquor store, suggesting a broader retail footprint than a typical convenience stop.

value: Otter Co-op


value: 1000 Lakeside Drive South

community: Williams Lake

value: Wholesale Club


value: 9631 128 Street, Surrey BC V3T 2X8

value: Wow Grill & Momo is a Surrey restaurant specializing in Himalayan momos and Indian-Chinese fusion cuisine, with an extensive menu of tandoori dishes, curries, and customizable grilled plates. Diners select their own fresh ingredients, which are grilled to order with a choice of sauces, making each meal highly personalized. The restaurant explicitly caters to vegan, keto, and low-carb diets alongside omnivore options.

value: Wow Grill & Momo

detail: Website explicitly asks 'Looking for a Vegan Meal? Keto-Inspired Meal? Low carb Meal?' and menu includes Paneer Tikka, Soya Tandoori Chaaps, Malai Soya Chaaps, and other vegetarian/vegan items

signal: cuisine=kebab


value: 1002 Broad St, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z9

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m; stands (10 spaces) at 92m. Total: 22 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Macchiato Caffe is a locally owned Italian-inspired cafe with two locations in downtown Victoria, serving premium Caffe Umbria espresso alongside freshly made panini, salads, and baked goods — all prepared onsite daily. After nearly two decades in Victoria, it has become a neighbourhood institution drawing on ingredients sourced through its Italian deli supplier, Italian Food Imports. Both locations offer comfortable indoor seating and outdoor patio space, making it a welcoming mid-ride stop in the heart of downtown.

value: Macchiato Caffe

wow_evidence: Both of our downtown Victoria locations provide comfortable indoor seating, Wifi, and outdoor patio space


value: 499 Collins Rd, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2N1

blurb: Small ravine-and-beach park reserve near Vesuvius.

community: Salt Spring Island

value: Bader's Beach Ravine Park Reserve is a nature reserve managed within the Capital Regional District system. It offers natural ravine and beach terrain likely of interest to cyclists exploring the region's coastal and forested landscapes. Specific facilities and trail conditions are not documented in available sources.

value: Bader's Beach Ravine Park Reserve

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: Thin record; small CRD reserve near Vesuvius, Salt Spring.


community: Oliver

value: Sunview Market is a farm market in British Columbia's Okanagan & Thompson region, an area renowned for its orchards, vineyards, and roadside produce stands. Tagged in OpenStreetMap as a farm shop, it likely offers locally grown fruit and vegetables direct from producers — a welcome stop for cyclists touring the fruit-belt routes of the South Okanagan. The specific product mix and facilities are unverified due to website access issues.

value: Sunview Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market

wow_evidence: farm market … tagged in OpenStreetMap as a farm shop … locally grown fruit and vegetables


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 51m; rack (6 spaces) at 64m; rack (4 spaces) at 69m; rack (19 spaces) at 71m. Total: 35 spaces.

community: Coquitlam

value: Popeyes

signal: chain 'popeyes'


value: Fruiticana


value: 552 Seymour Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces, covered) at 43m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (3 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 17 spaces.

value: Peqish is a walk-in fast food restaurant on Seymour Street in downtown Vancouver. The business does not operate a drive-through service. It provides quick-service dining for area visitors and locals.

value: Peqish


community: Fernie

value: BC Liquorstore

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: Fresh slice Pizza

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 430 Columbia Street, Kamloops, V2C 2T5

community: Kamloops

value: Travelodge by Wyndham Kamloops is a mid-range chain hotel situated on Columbia Street in Kamloops, a major interior BC city and natural waypoint for cyclists travelling the Trans-Canada or Thompson Valley routes. Part of the global Travelodge brand under Wyndham, it offers standard hotel-style accommodations in a commercially serviced area with easy access to downtown amenities.

value: Travelodge by Wyndham Kamloops

signal: chain 'travelodge'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: global Travelodge brand under Wyndham


value: 1827 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2J8, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (12 spaces) at 85m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Parsian Halal Meat is a halal butcher and grocery shop in North Vancouver with a Persian/Iranian focus, offering halal-certified meats and likely associated Middle Eastern or Iranian grocery staples. The shop appears to be a community-oriented independent retailer. Touring cyclists passing through North Vancouver may find it a useful stop for provisions.

value: Parsian Halal Meat

wow_evidence: community-oriented independent retailer


value: 805 Thurlow Street, Vancouver, V6E 1W2

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (1 space) at 73m. Total: 11 spaces.

value: Dank Mart is a specialty exotic snack shop in Downtown Vancouver stocking hard-to-find candy, chips, chocolate, drinks, and novelty food items from around the world. It operates both a physical retail location and an online store with international shipping. The contact page describes it as a 'Rare Snack Shop Downtown Vancouver,' suggesting a curated selection that goes well beyond a standard corner store.

value: Dank Mart

wow_evidence: Rare Snack Shop Downtown Vancouver


value: Pebbly Beach


value: 7488 King George Boulevard, Surrey

value: Mary Brown's

signal: chain 'mary brown'


value: 1012 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC V8W 2H5

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (6 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (4 spaces) at 66m; stands (6 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 34 spaces.

value: Pho Tru is a Vietnamese restaurant in downtown Victoria rooted in the street-side food culture of Vietnam, serving pho noodle soups, vermicelli salad bowls, jasmine rice plates, Saigon subs, and fresh spring rolls made from family recipes passed through generations. The restaurant has two Victoria locations — downtown on Blanshard Street and inside Mayfair Shopping Centre — with dine-in, pick-up, and delivery available. Touring cyclists moving through central Victoria will find generous, affordable bowls well-suited to refuelling on a long ride.

value: Pho Tru

detail: Menu includes Tofu Salad Roll (Goi Cuon Chay) with vermicelli, pickled carrots & daikon, cucumber, and bean sprouts, and a Veggies jasmine rice plate (ginger lemongrass sauce, tofu, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots)

signal: Pho shop with sit-down service; mains $17-18.75 (pho, rice plates, vermicelli bowls)

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 766 Fort Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 21m; stands (4 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (6 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (4 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 91m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 32 spaces.

value: Serena's is a downtown Victoria restaurant specializing in Philadelphia-style hoagies and pizza, built around authentic Philly traditions of layered cold cuts, provolone, and fresh vegetables on a proper hoagie roll. With over 1,600 reviews averaging 4.9 stars, it has earned recognition as one of Victoria's top-rated pizzerias. A touring cyclist stopping on Fort Street can expect hearty, made-to-order meals with a reputation for fast, friendly service.

value: Serena's Pizzeria and Hoagies

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'Veggie Pizza' category

signal: Philly hoagies & pizza; ~$14-22pp

wow_evidence: over 1,600 reviews averaging 4.9 stars


value: 9855 Austin Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 40m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 5874 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2E6, Canada

community: Qualicum Bay

value: Tam's Takeout is a takeout restaurant located in the Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands region of British Columbia. Its name suggests a quick-service, grab-and-go format that could suit cyclists looking for a fast meal without a long sit-down wait. Beyond the name and OSM location pin, details about the menu or facilities are not currently available.

value: Tam's Takeout

signal: takeout/quick-service; ~$10-15


character: destination

community: Howser

value: A backcountry wilderness campsite deep in the Purcell Wilderness Conservancy, reachable only by multi-day hike through rugged glaciated terrain with unbridged stream crossings and active grizzly habitat — wholly impractical for a loaded touring bike.

value: Boy Scout

ownership: Provincial park


value: 2300 East Wellington Road, Nanaimo, V9R 6V7

community: Nanaimo

value: Millstone is a small family farm winery and vineyard situated in Nanaimo, crafting wines that reflect the unique character of Vancouver Island's coastal terroir. The estate offers tastings by appointment and regular walk-in hours, making it a relaxed rural stop for cyclists exploring the East Wellington area. As a working farm vineyard, it provides a distinctly local taste of BC wine country outside of the Okanagan.

value: Millstone estate winery

signal: Small family farm winery tastings

subcategory: Winery / Cidery


community: Merritt

value: No Frills


value: 1656 Dilworth Drive, Kelowna

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Kelowna

value: Fresh Air is Kelowna's established multi-sport shop specializing in bikes, running, skiing, and snowboarding, carrying a broad range of bikes from road and gravel to full-suspension MTB, junior, and electric models. The shop offers dedicated cycling services including bike fitting, rentals, and bike service and assessment, making it a practical stop for touring cyclists passing through the Okanagan. Their accessories inventory — including bags and panniers, locks, tubes, lights, and tools — covers many on-tour essentials.

value: Fresh Air (Bike Run Ski)

detail: Dedicated 'Bike Rentals' service page at /services/summer/bike-rentals.html

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: bike fitting, rentals, and bike service and assessment... bags and panniers, locks, tubes, lights, and tools


value: 7215 Canada Way, Burnaby

community: Burnaby

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 777 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 29m; rack (2 spaces) at 41m; rack at 80m. Total: 10 spaces.

blurb: Downtown New West arts complex with theatre and galleries.

community: New Westminster

value: Anvil Centre is a four-storey public arts and culture complex in downtown New Westminster, branded on its own site as 'Downtown's Living Room.' It brings together a professional theatre, conference facilities, a new media and art-technology gallery, a community art gallery, the New Westminster Museum & Archives, and the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame under one roof. Touring cyclists will find a dense concentration of BC cultural heritage and active year-round programming in a single accessible downtown building.

value: Anvil Centre

signal: public arts complex; galleries/museum free, theatre ticketed separately

wow_evidence: Four-storey arts complex housing theatre, galleries, museum, and lacrosse hall of fame — the museum institutions inside keep their own listings.


value: 2411 Saint Johns Street, Port Moody, V3H 2B2

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; staple at 73m; stands at 89m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Port Moody

value: Vashti Rose is a Port Moody artisan ice cream shop that has been making both dairy and vegan scoops entirely from scratch since 2016, using organic pasteurized milk, cream, and eggs alongside house-made cashew milk for the vegan line. The shop shares a building with Pro Fit Boot Camp on Saint Johns Street and offers an extensive rotating menu of creative flavours, from saffron and rose water to blackberry sage and bourbon hazelnut. A touring cyclist looking for a handcrafted treat on the Tri-Cities route would find both classic and allergy-conscious options here.

value: Vashti Rose

detail: Extensive vegan menu confirmed throughout the website; vegan scoops made with house-made cashew milk, organic coconut milk, coconut oil, cane sugar, cocoa butter, and carob beans. Multiple vegan flavours listed (e.g. Cashew Milk Espresso Flake, blackberry sage, turmeric ginger cranberry, mango jam)

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 15595 Marine Drive, White Rock, V4B 1C9

community: White Rock

value: Night Owl Kitchen + Bar is a multi-location BC chain that brings globally inspired cuisine—think Baja Shrimp Tacos, Chimichurri Salmon, and Weekend Brunch—to a lively seaside setting on Marine Drive in White Rock. The venue blends a casual daytime vibe with an evening bar atmosphere, and regularly hosts live music, trivia nights, and sports watch parties. Its location near the White Rock pier makes it a natural stop for cyclists riding the coastal Marine Drive corridor.

value: Night Owl Kichen + Bar

detail: Menu page explicitly labels items as 'Gluten Smart,' 'Vegetarian,' and 'Can Be Made Vegan.'

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: multi-location BC chain...location near the White Rock pier makes it a natural stop for cyclists riding the coastal Marine Drive corridor


value: 3320 Kingsway #320, Vancouver, BC V5R5L1

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 56m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m; stands (3 spaces) at 98m. Total: 21 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Cantonese BBQ Seafood Restaurant is an authentic Cantonese eatery on Kingsway in east Vancouver, specializing in BBQ meats alongside an extensive menu of noodle dishes, fried rice, and seafood. It is part of a small two-location chain (Vancouver and Richmond) and offers online ordering with in-store pickup. Touring cyclists passing through the Kingsway corridor will find a wide-ranging lunch and dinner menu covering everything from quick single-item BBQ-over-rice plates to large combination banquet sets.

value: Cantonese BBQ Seafood Restaurant

detail: Menu lists 'Buddha's Feast Chow Mein 羅漢齋炒麵', a traditional Buddhist vegetarian dish, confirming at least one vegetarian option

signal: Cantonese BBQ/seafood, value combos; ~$18-30pp


value: 9044 Glover Road, Fort Langley

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 96m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Fort Langley

value: Omni Kitchen + Bar is a lively full-service restaurant and bar in historic Fort Langley serving smashed burgers, Neapolitan-style pizzas, brunch, and creative cocktails. The venue is deeply community-oriented, hosting weekly Open Mic nights, ticketed Mixology Showcases, and watch parties for major sporting events. It also operates a food truck and catering service, making it a versatile stop for group rides or events passing through the Fraser Valley.

value: Omni Kitchen + Bar

detail: Website states 'plant-based, dairy-free or gluten-free dining' is available and 'everything on our menu can be made the way you like it'; menu lists gluten-free crust option for pizzas and GF modifications on multiple items

signal: cuisine=burger


value: 364 8th St., #103, Courtenay, BC V9N 1N3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 62m; rack (2 spaces) at 64m. Total: 6 spaces.

community: Courtenay

value: Rhodos Coffee & Bistro is a downtown Courtenay cafe that pairs an on-site micro-roastery — sourcing beans from small independent farms worldwide — with a gourmet all-day breakfast and lunch bistro. Established in 1993, it is known for house-made specialties using free-range eggs, local ingredients, and freshly roasted coffee. The space also serves as a rotating gallery for Comox Valley artists, making it a culturally rich stop for cyclists passing through the area.

value: Rhodos Coffee Roasting Company

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: Established in 1993... on-site micro-roastery... gourmet all-day breakfast and lunch bistro


value: 10302 City Parkway, Unit 1, Surrey, BC V3T4Y8

community: Surrey

value: Umami Ramen + Grill is a sit-down Asian restaurant in Surrey serving Japanese ramen alongside a broad menu of Chinese stir-fries, Thai curries, and rice bowls. The restaurant also offers catering services, making it a substantial food stop for groups. Online pickup ordering is available, which could suit cyclists who want to minimize wait time.

value: Umami Ramen + Grill

detail: Menu includes a dedicated 'A la Carte, Vegetarian Delight & Tofu' section

signal: Ramen shop, typical entrees $15–$20


value: 22709 Lougheed Hwy, Unit 645, Maple Ridge, BC

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 34m; rack at 53m.

community: Maple Ridge

value: Xpress Donair House is a halal donair restaurant in Maple Ridge specializing in lamb donairs served with mixed veggies, wrapped, and specialty sauces. It is one of two Lower Mainland locations and positions itself as a quick, accessible stop with partnerships across major food delivery platforms. Cyclists passing through Maple Ridge on Lougheed Highway will find it a convenient refuelling option for a filling, protein-rich meal.

value: Xpress Donair House

signal: Quick-service donair house, delivery-focused, no dine-in

wow_evidence: one of two Lower Mainland locations


value: 4429 Sundial Place, Whistler, BC V8E 1G8

community: Whistler

value: Whistler Village Inn & Suites is an independent hotel spread across two lodges (Powder and Keg) tucked in a quiet cul-de-sac at the heart of Whistler Village, within 150 yards of the Excalibur Gondola and mountain bike trail access. The property offers a range of standard rooms and kitchen-equipped suites, a pool, and is dog-friendly. It is managed by Atlific Hotels and carries a short-term rental registration.

value: Whistler Village Inn & Suites

detail: Hotel is described as 'steps from the village's dining'; multiple guest reviews confirm walking distance to numerous restaurants in Whistler Village

signal: value-positioned but Whistler Village market floor; shoulder $150-200

detail: Bike storage is provided at the Keg Lodge in a locked, guest-accessible room equipped with surveillance for added security. Please bring a lock for your bike.


value: Leadville Rd, Kitchener, BC V0B 1W1, Canada

label: berry season

months: August September

community: Kitchener

value: A free 6-site rec site nestled below Goat River Canyon, reached by roughly 11 km of forest service road plus a narrow 1 km spur, with a short trail to canyon viewpoints and good cutthroat and brook trout fishing. No confirmed water or facilities; the gravel approach is rideable but expect a slow, bumpy haul.

value: Goat River Canyon Recreation Site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 1408 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack at 12m; rack at 13m; rack (4 spaces) at 23m; rack at 39m; rack (8 spaces) at 39m; rack at 64m; rack (4 spaces) at 65m; rack (7 spaces) at 68m; rack (4 spaces) at 75m. Total: 27 spaces.

value: Trees Organic Coffee is a Vancouver institution founded in 1996, now operating 13–14 locations across the city under the Trees Cheesecake & Organic Coffee brand. The King Edward Village branch on Kingsway serves the chain's signature small-batch roasted organic coffee alongside its award-winning homemade cheesecakes, sandwiches, and baked goods. A combination of corporately run and franchised cafes, Trees also hosts live music nights at select locations, making it a lively neighbourhood stop.

value: Trees Organic Coffee


value: 4771 McClelland Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack at 7m; bollard at 14m; stands (4 spaces) at 34m; rack at 39m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 53m; stands (4 spaces) at 69m; stands (4 spaces) at 92m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Richmond

value: La Patisserie is a bakery located in Richmond, BC, also known by its Chinese name 金磨坊. Situated in a unit at 4771 McClelland Road, it offers baked goods to the local community and passing cyclists exploring the Richmond area.

value: La Patisserie

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 675 Smithe St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2C9

bike_parking_detail: 17 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (5 spaces) at 55m; bollard (2 spaces) at 56m; bollard (2 spaces) at 57m; stands (3 spaces) at 59m; stands (3 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (2 spaces) at 92m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 94m; stands (5 spaces) at 96m; stands (8 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 51 spaces.

value: Pizza Garden is a BC-based Neapolitan pizza chain operated by Neapolitan Pizza Ltd., with over 25 years in the industry and locations stretching from Victoria to Fort St. John. The Downtown Vancouver location serves wood-fired pizzas with authentic charred crusts, sun-ripened tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, with both indoor and outdoor seating available. Cyclists will find it a convenient, filling stop in the heart of Vancouver's downtown core, with takeout and delivery also on offer.

value: Pizza Garden

detail: Website events page references 'classic Margherita' as a menu staple, a standard vegetarian pizza

wow_evidence: BC-based Neapolitan pizza chain... locations stretching from Victoria to Fort St. John


value: 1242 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: rack at 24m; rack at 40m; rack (3 spaces) at 67m; rack (3 spaces) at 69m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 76m; stands (4 spaces) at 80m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 83m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 88m; wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 99m. Total: 22 spaces.

value: Hai Phong is a family-owned Vietnamese restaurant on Vancouver's Kingsway corridor, focused on authentic home-style Vietnamese cooking. The Kingsway location is the sole active outpost after the Keefer Street location closed, and it serves a full menu available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery via DoorDash and Uber Eats. A touring cyclist stopping along Kingsway would find a sit-down meal or a quick takeout option in an accessible urban neighbourhood.

value: Hai Phong Vietnamese Restaurant

signal: Vietnamese takeout-focused, family-owned, no upscale markers


value: 1258 Trans-Canada Hwy, Sorrento, BC V0E 2W0, Canada

community: Sorrento

value: Subway


value: 1795 Commercial Drive

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: wall_loops (3 spaces) at 50m; rack at 51m. Total: 3 spaces.

value: An Italian bakery located on Commercial Drive in Vancouver. Offers indoor seating and accepts credit and debit card payments. Provides baked goods and pastries as a convenient stop for touring cyclists.

value: Fratelli's Italian Bakery

wow_evidence: Italian bakery on Commercial Drive


value: 1601 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5W 3J3

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (3 spaces) at 75m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Junior's Pub & Grill is a neighbourhood pub on the corner of Commercial Drive and Graveley in Vancouver's East Side, positioning itself as a welcoming community gathering spot. It features 11 HD big screens showing live sports including NFL, UFC, European soccer, and Canucks games. The pub also hosts regular events such as Friday live entertainment, Sunday karaoke, and fundraiser nights for local sports teams and charities.

value: Junior's Pub

detail: Fundraiser page states: 'All of the burgers (either beef or veggie) will come with mayo, lettuce, tomato and onion on the bun.'


value: 3585 Grandview Highway, Vancouver

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

value: Walmart Supercentre at 3585 Grandview Highway is a large-format big-box grocery and general merchandise store in East Vancouver. As a Supercentre format, it carries a full grocery department alongside apparel, electronics, home goods, and seasonal merchandise. For touring cyclists, it represents one of the most comprehensive one-stop restocking points in the area.

value: Walmart Supercentre

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 3388 Vanness Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5R 5A8

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (20 spaces) at 25m; stands (12 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (16 spaces) at 54m; stands (12 spaces) at 65m. Total: 62 spaces.

value: Super Great Pizza is a small, no-frills pizza-by-the-slice shop located directly across from Joyce-Collingwood SkyTrain Station in East Vancouver, making it an exceptionally easy pit stop for cyclists on or near the Central Valley Greenway. The shop is known for generous cheese and toppings across a rotating variety of slices, with indoor seating available though limited. Takeout is the dominant mode here, well-suited to a quick refuel on the go.

value: Super Great Pizza

detail: Website Business Info explicitly lists 'Wi-Fi No'

wow_evidence: Bike Parking Yes


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 54m; rack at 75m.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 900 Gibsons Way, Gibsons, BC V0N 1V7

community: Gibsons

value: SuperValu Gibsons is a 100% independent, family-owned supermarket that has served the Sunshine Coast for over 70 years, located in Sunnycrest Mall in Upper Gibsons. It stands out for an unusually broad specialty-food offering—organic, plant-based, international, and natural products—alongside what it claims is the most extensive cheese selection on the Sunshine Coast. The in-store deli and scratch bakery make it a solid resupply point for touring cyclists passing through Gibsons.

value: SuperValu Gibsons

detail: Deli offers 'daily lunch & dinner specials that are ready-to-go like hot BBQ chicken, picnic and family salads, homemade shepherd's pie, deli meats, and more.'


value: 3790 Canada Way

value: A 7-Eleven convenience store in North Vancouver, offering quick access to basic supplies and refreshments for touring cyclists. Standard chain location suitable for brief stops during a ride.

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 3120 Creekside Way

community: Sun Peaks

value: The Annex is a family-friendly lodge cafeteria at Sun Peaks Resort, perched at the base of the Sunburst Express chairlift next to Parking Lot 2. It serves hearty, casual fare with fast service and is famous for its fresh-baked cinnamon buns made every morning. Cyclists heading into or out of the resort's bike park and trail network will find it a convenient stop, with daily cubby storage available for belongings on a first-come, first-served basis.

value: The Annex

detail: Not explicitly itemized on the fetched website page

signal: Casual fare, family-friendly lodge, fast service

wow_evidence: lodge cafeteria at the base of the Sunburst Express chairlift...famous for its fresh-baked cinnamon buns


value: 7815 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V3N 3E4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 42m.

value: Langley Farm Market is a Metro Vancouver grocery chain with seven locations, built around the concept of freshly picked local produce sourced directly from BC farms—including fruit from Okanagan growers and organic vegetables from Metro Vancouver. The Burnaby location on Kingsway offers a full-service market with produce, fresh meat, chilled seafood, deli, in-store bakery, dairy, and specialty grocery. The chain is the 2025 Vancouver Consumer Choice Award winner for Best Fruit & Vegetable Market.

value: Langley Farm Market


value: 100 Enterprise Way #101, Oliver, BC, Canada

community: Eagle Bluff

value: Ward's Wine Country Kitchen is a locally owned sit-down restaurant at The District Wine Village in Oliver, BC, in the heart of Okanagan wine country. Founded by Scott and Mindy Ward, who bring a combined 80 years of Canadian hospitality experience, the kitchen is led by Executive Chef Ian Stilborn, whose seasonal menu features shareable plates, flatbreads, burgers, poke bowls, and specialty cocktails. Online takeout ordering is available for cyclists wanting to bring a meal on the road.

value: Ward's Wine Country Kitchen

detail: Spring menu includes 'the garden burger — veggie patty + aged cheddar + house aioli + arugula + pickles + potato bun'

signal: wine-country kitchen, exec chef, tasting menus; ~$40-60pp

wow_evidence: Founded by Scott and Mindy Ward... The District Wine Village in Oliver, BC


value: 3992 Old Lakelse Lake Drive, V8G 3V1

community: Thornhill

value: Mia Pizza is a pizza restaurant located in Thornhill, the community just south of Terrace on the Old Lakelse Lake Drive corridor. It sits along a route cyclists travelling the Skeena Valley or heading toward Lakelse Lake Provincial Park may pass through. As a local pizza spot in a small community with limited dining options, it could serve as a useful resupply or meal stop for touring riders in the area.

value: Mia Pizza

signal: cuisine=pizza


community: Burnaby

value: Gobong Korean Hotpot is a Korean restaurant in North Vancouver specialising in hotpot, a communal table-cooking style where diners simmer meat, vegetables, and other ingredients in a shared broth. The restaurant is fully indoor with a no-smoking policy, offering a warm and social dining experience. It would make a satisfying stop for cyclists looking for a substantial, warming meal after a ride on the North Shore.

value: Gobong Korean Hotpot

signal: Korean hotpot; typical spend $30-40/person


value: 130 Brew Street

value: BC Liquor Store


community: Coquitlam

value: A&W

signal: chain 'a&w'


value: 8790 204th Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 71m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Langley


value: #120 - 13615 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3T 0P7

value: Ruex Café & Bar is a brunch-focused restaurant in Surrey's Fraser Highway corridor, blending bold global flavours with modern takes on classics in a sit-down café-bar setting. The kitchen caters to a wide range of dietary needs with dedicated gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free menus alongside the main menu. Beyond dining, the venue hosts community events such as a weekly run club and offers private event space and catering services.

value: Ruex Café & Bar

detail: Website lists dedicated Gluten Free Menu, Vegan Menu, and Dairy Free Menu; homepage states 'gluten-smart, vegan, and dairy-free options for all'

signal: brunch cafe & bar, global flavours; ~$16-24pp


value: 1119 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

label: storm-watching season

months: October November December January February

price_band: premium

washroom_type: flush

community: Tofino

value: Tla-o-qui-aht Nation-owned resort on Pacific Rim Highway 3 km from Tofino, with exclusive access to tinwis Beach and full amenities including showers and laundry; only 5 tent sites among many RV hookups and cabins, so tent spots are scarce and advance reservations are critical.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: Tsawaak RV Resort

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: Tla-o-qui-aht Nation-owned resort...exclusive access to tinwis Beach...showers and laundry


value: 535 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2Z6

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (8 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Saint Cecilia is a specialty café in downtown Victoria focused on single-origin, seasonally rotating coffees served as espresso or hand brew alongside locally produced soft-serve ice cream made with BC-grown fruit. Beyond drinks, the shop carries sustainable slow-fashion apparel and curated home coffee equipment, making it an unusually thoughtful retail hybrid. The dedicated sit-down space is explicitly designed for lingering — a welcoming stop for cyclists wanting a proper rest.

value: Saint Cecilia Coffee, Ice Cream & Goods

detail: Menu explicitly lists Vegan Coconut ice cream base, oat milk available for espresso drinks and hot chocolate, and a 'Cowgirl Cookie (Vegan/GF)' made with almond flour


value: East Kootenay, BC V0A 1P0, Canada

blurb: Ochre-coloured mineral springs in Kootenay National Park, an Indigenous paint-gathering place.

community: Vermilion Crossing

value: The Paint Pots are a series of vivid ochre-coloured mineral springs in Kootenay National Park, reached by a short trail off Highway 93. The iron-rich deposits hold deep cultural significance for Indigenous peoples and have been a gathering place for thousands of years. Touring cyclists riding the Kootenay Parkway pass close by and can make a quick detour to see one of the most distinctive geological features in the Canadian Rockies.

value: Paint Pots

detail: Park contact page explicitly states: 'There is no cellular or Wi-Fi service in Kootenay National Park.'

signal: Kootenay National Park advertises free admission; Paint Pots is a natural feature within the park

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Vivid ochre mineral springs of deep Indigenous significance, short trail off Highway 93 — among the most distinctive stops on the Kootenay Parkway.


value: 2805 Murray St, Port Moody, BC V3H1X3

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 16m; stands (12 spaces) at 55m; stands (6 spaces) at 73m; stands (8 spaces) at 83m; stands (8 spaces) at 88m. Total: 34 spaces.

community: Port Moody

value: Rocky Point Spirits is Port Moody's first commercial distillery, opened in late 2020 and situated in front of Rocky Point Park with views of the sea and mountains. The indoor lounge accommodates up to 100 guests and serves handcrafted cocktails alongside house-made spirits including low-calorie gin and vodka. Food trucks are typically stationed outside, and bottles and ready-to-drink cocktails can be purchased to go.

value: Rocky Point Spirits

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub

wow_evidence: Port Moody's first commercial distillery... situated in front of Rocky Point Park with views of the sea and mountains


value: 4409 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6R 2H8

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; rack (4 spaces) at 29m; rack (5 spaces) at 43m; rack (5 spaces) at 49m; rack (5 spaces) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; rack (5 spaces) at 80m; rack (5 spaces) at 93m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 37 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Ginger & Chili is a Szechuan-influenced Chinese restaurant in Vancouver's Point Grey neighbourhood, known for dishes like ginger beef, spicy wonton in garlic sauce, and a broad seafood menu. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, online ordering, and full catering packages for private events. Customer reviews consistently highlight fresh ingredients and a welcoming, homestyle atmosphere.

value: Ginger & Chili

detail: Website prominently features online ordering and pick-up options, with discounts for pick-up orders and a minimum order threshold for take-out

detail: Menu lists 'Vegetarian Spring Roll' and Lettuce Wrap with a 'Vegetarian' filling option; multiple vegetable-based dishes appear throughout the menu

signal: Sichuan Beef Noodle Soup $15.95, Pan Fried Rice Noodles $22.95


community: Surrey

value: Tom's Food Market is a convenience and food market on 148 Street in the Surrey area of Metro Vancouver. As a neighbourhood food market, it could serve as a basic resupply point for cyclists travelling through this urban corridor. Very little detail about the store's offerings is publicly available.

value: Tom's Food Market

wow_evidence: neighbourhood food market


value: 2960 Main Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (5 spaces) at 35m; rack at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; rack (8 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; rack (10 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; rack (3 spaces) at 93m; rack (5 spaces) at 94m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 45 spaces.

value: HYDE on Main is a restaurant located on Main Street in Vancouver. Without access to website content, specific details about the business's offerings or facilities cannot be confirmed.

value: HYDE on Main

signal: restaurant, Main St; site down


value: 2044 Columbia Ave, Rossland, British Columbia V0G 1Y0

community: Rossland

value: Seven Summits Coffee Company is a specialty coffee roaster with a public coffee bar in the heart of Rossland, BC, serving locally baked goods alongside their artisan roasted beans. The company sells beans, brewing equipment, and merchandise online and through retail partners across the Kootenays. For a touring cyclist, it offers a dedicated café experience in a mountain town well-known for outdoor adventure.

value: Seven Summits Coffee

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: specialty coffee roaster... retail partners across the Kootenays


community: Oliver


value: 919 Douglas Street, V8W 2C2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 34m; rack at 63m; rack at 77m.

value: The Sticky Wicket bills itself as Vancouver Island's biggest pub, occupying multiple distinct rooms — including a cricket-themed main floor, a rooftop patio, a games room with pool and darts, and a large live music venue — all within the historic Strathcona Hotel complex in the heart of downtown Victoria. Operating since 1913, it offers a full food menu including a kids menu and late-night options alongside an active calendar of live music and special events. A touring cyclist rolling into downtown Victoria would find this a substantial refuelling stop with plenty of seating options.

value: The Sticky Wicket

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: Vancouver Island's biggest pub... Operating since 1913... historic Strathcona Hotel complex


value: 8249 Eagle Landing Parkway, Chilliwack

community: Chilliwack

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 720 100B Avenue, Dawson Creek, V1G 1Y3

community: Dawson Creek

value: An Esso fuel and convenience station in Dawson Creek, a key service node on the Alaska Highway corridor in northeastern BC. The station features an air tower, making it a practical stop for cyclists needing to inflate tires, as well as an ATM on site. As a full-service fuel stop with a convenience store, it is one of the more useful resupply points for long-distance tourers passing through town.

value: Esso

detail: Website station page lists 'Air Tower / Air' under 'Station Top features' for this specific location

wow_evidence: Air Tower / Air | ATM


value: 1307 Pemberton Avenue, Squamish, V8B 0B3

community: Squamish

value: Naked Lunch is a sandwich restaurant in downtown Squamish offering casual, quick-service dining for passing cyclists. Focused on sandwiches, it provides a convenient refueling stop for those on the road.

value: Naked Lunch

signal: cuisine=sandwich


value: 887 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 3T2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (6 spaces) at 20m; rack (4 spaces) at 76m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Legendary Noodle is a Chinese hand-pulled noodle restaurant that has operated on West Broadway in Vancouver since 1996, with noodles freshly made on-site under a registered trademark. The menu ranges from Lanzhou-style beef soup noodles and braised tendon bowls to dim sum, dumplings, and vegetable starters, making it a substantial carbohydrate stop for riders. Online ordering supports dine-in, pickup, and delivery, giving cyclists flexibility on how they fuel up.

value: Legendary Noodle

detail: Menu lists 'Vegetarian's Soup, Red Pepper, Tofu, Gailan' as a dedicated item, and 'Vermicelli (Gluten Free)' is offered as a noodle choice across multiple soup and stir-fry dishes. Several starters (pea shoots, gai-lan, spring rolls vegi) are plant-based

signal: Hand-pulled noodle house; starters $9–12; sit-down dining


value: 3075 Kingsway, Vancouver, V5R 5J8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 72m; rack at 83m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Cassandra Hotel is a small, family-run independent hotel on Kingsway in Vancouver's Collingwood neighbourhood, independently owned since 1982. It sits at the heart of a mile-long stretch boasting 50+ restaurants spanning 12+ cuisines, with late-night options steps from the front door. Rooms range from standard queens to a studio with kitchenette, and the hotel offers complimentary on-site parking — a notable rarity this close to downtown Vancouver.

value: Cassandra Hotel

detail: Website explicitly states: 'No restaurant, no concierge, no bell desk.'

detail: Website: 'Kingsway doesn't sleep. Late-night pho. The lights stay on. Your room is a two-minute walk back.' 50+ restaurants and food spots within an 8-minute walk

detail: TripAdvisor review quoted on the hotel's website (November 2025): 'close to groceries, food spots, and convenient transportation.'

signal: family-run no-frills hotel on Kingsway; $110-140

wow_evidence: family-run independent hotel... independently owned since 1982


value: 1474 BC-95, Windermere, BC V0A 1K4, Canada

community: Windermere

value: A cyclist-specific stop in Mission on Highway 7, roughly 1.25 hours east of Vancouver, accredited by multiple bike associations and explicitly geared to touring cyclists — note family camping is not available and the former u-catch fish farm closed in 2024.

value: Sun Valley RV Park


value: 6777 John Hart Highway, V2K 3A5

community: Prince George


blurb: Indigenous-guided river and land tours with Knowledge Keepers, Kelowna and Kamloops.

community: West Kelowna

value: Moccasin Trails is an Indigenous-owned cultural tourism company deeply rooted in Shuswap and Okanagan Indigenous values, offering guided land and water tours with Knowledge Keepers across territories around Kelowna and Kamloops. They also provide corporate relationship-building experiences, Indigenous golf journey packages, and keynote presentations focused on reconciliation and Two-Eyed Seeing. A touring cyclist exploring the Okanagan could book a cultural canoe or land tour to experience the region's Indigenous heritage firsthand.

source: ITBC+ITAC

value: Moccasin Trails

origin: manual

band_key: premium

label: Premium

signal: Indigenous guided land/water tours; $50-150+/person (N/A-to-Premium re-split)

wow_evidence: Indigenous-owned guided land and water tours with Knowledge Keepers (Songhees anchor band); day-shaping cultural experience. Filed as Park/Nature.