value: 531 Lansdowne Street, Kamloops, V2C 1Y2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 59m; rack (4 spaces, covered) at 72m; rack (6 spaces, covered) at 76m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: La Diperie is a Quebec-founded soft serve and hard ice cream franchise where the signature experience is dipping your ice cream in a variety of coatings and toppings. The Kamloops location on Lansdowne Street carries the full menu including milkshakes, donuts, ice cream cakes, and a dedicated vegan line. It makes a natural mid-ride or post-ride sugar stop in downtown Kamloops.

value: La Diperie

detail: Website vegan subpage lists Vegan Mango Soft Serve, Vegan Pop bars, and multiple cookie dough flavours described as '100% vegan'

wow_evidence: Quebec-founded ... franchise ... MTY Franchising Inc.


source: enrichment

value: #4A - 1840 Cedar Road, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1H9

category: Food & Drink

community: Nanaimo

value: COCO Cafe is a mission-driven community cafe in the rural Cedar area, operated by Cedar Opportunities BC Society, a registered charity that provides supported employment and training for adults with developmental disabilities. The cafe serves a made-from-scratch breakfast and lunch menu featuring eggs benedict, breakfast bowls, waffles, and handhelds alongside coffee and beverages. Touring cyclists will find a warm, inclusive community hub with outdoor seating and online takeout ordering available.

value: COCO Cafe

detail: Menu explicitly lists 'Vegetarian Eggs Benedict' (poached eggs, roasted red peppers, tomato, avocado, hollandaise) as a named menu item

origin: osm

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

signal: amenity=cafe

region: Vancouver Island

subcategory: Café / Coffee

tier: info


value: 3377 Kingsway, Vancouver, V5R 5K6

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (7 spaces) at 95m; stands (2 spaces) at 99m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Bubble World is a Taiwanese restaurant and bubble tea shop situated on Kingsway in East Vancouver, a busy arterial corridor commonly traveled by cyclists crossing the city. The space is fully indoors with air conditioning and is wheelchair accessible. It sits within a multi-unit commercial building (unit 2) in a dense urban neighbourhood with transit and retail nearby.

value: Bubble World

source: osm

detail: Website non-functional; cannot

band_key: casual

confidence: low

label: Casual

signal: Taiwanese & bubble tea; ~$14-22pp

source: judgement

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

detail: Website non-functional so independent confirmation unavailable

subcategory: Restaurant

tier: welcoming

wow_evidence: toilets=yes


category: Groceries

community: Burnaby

value: Save on Premium Wine

origin: chain

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 903 Commercial Drive, Vancouver

value: Kin Kao ('eat rice') is an authentic Thai comfort-food restaurant on Vancouver's Commercial Drive, now celebrating nine years in business. Executive chef Tang Phoonchai, a Bangkok native, imports spices directly from Thailand and pairs them with locally sourced ingredients to produce refined street-style and home-cooked Thai dishes. The restaurant's sister spot, SONG, has earned the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand award two years running, reflecting the quality behind both concepts.

value: Kin Kao

detail: Website states 'Take out available daily from 5 PM, call 604-558-1125' and hosts a dedicated takeout menu page

detail: Menu items carry explicit GF markers (e.g. 'Tom Kha Kai Soup (GF:DF)', 'Tom Yum Prawns Soup (GF)', 'Papaya Salad (GF)') and at least one beverage is labeled '(V)', indicating the kitchen uses dietary labeling

confidence: medium

signal: Thai comfort, named chef, natural wine; ~$18-28pp


community: Surrey

value: Yoko Sushi & Noodle is a Japanese restaurant in Surrey's Fraser Valley serving sushi and noodle dishes. Located in a strip-mall unit on 56 Ave, it offers dine-in and online ordering. Touring cyclists passing through Surrey's suburban corridors will find it a convenient lunch or dinner stop.

value: Yoko Sushi

signal: sushi & noodle; ~$15-25pp

wow_evidence: strip-mall unit on 56 Ave, Surrey


value: 2000 Panorama Dr, Panorama, BC V0A 1T0, Canada

blurb: Four-season resort village west of Invermere; summer lifts, trails, and dining.

category: Attractions

community: Panorama

value: Panorama Mountain Resort is a four-season alpine destination in BC's Kootenay Rockies, built around an intimate ski-in/ski-out village with 1,300 metres of vertical and nearly 3,000 acres of terrain. In summer the resort pivots to mountain biking, hiking, and guided adventures, with bike lessons and equipment rentals and repairs available on site. The self-contained village encompasses restaurants, pubs, cafés, hot pools, and accommodations, making it a notable stop for cyclists venturing deep into the Kootenays.

dwell: day

energy: active

facet_confidence: med

kid_friendly: yes

label: ski season

months: December January February March April

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: mixed

theme: recreation

value: Panorama Mountain Village

detail: Website navigation lists 'Restaurants, Eateries & Bars' and describes dining options 'from rustic to elegant, down-to-earth to up-in-the-alpine.'

ownership: Private (BC-owned)

band_key: premium

label: Premium

region: Kootenay Rockies

subcategory: Activity / Experience

wow_evidence: Major destination resort; summer village, lifts, and rentals — day-enhancing for a touring cyclist. Filed as Community Centre; KW-PRIVATE rentals false positive.


value: 16417 Alexander MacKenzie Highway, V0L 1V0

category: Accommodation

community: Tatla Lake

value: Tatla Lake Manor / Motel is a family-run motel sitting approximately halfway along the remote Highway 20 corridor in BC's Chilcotin region, 220 km west of Williams Lake — a natural stopping point for cyclists riding toward Bella Coola or back east. The property offers a range of accommodation from basic motel rooms to multi-bedroom fully-equipped kitchen suites, all with private bathrooms. It sits within walking distance of fuel, a post office, health centre, and local shopping, which is a meaningful convenience in this sparsely serviced stretch of the Chilcotin.

value: Tatla Lake Manor / Motel

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 2289 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2E4

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 33m; rack (6 spaces, covered) at 34m; rack (5 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (8 spaces) at 69m; rack (5 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (5 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m. Total: 52 spaces.

value: Kitsilano Liquor Store is a neighbourhood off-licence in the heart of the Kitsilano district, near the corner of West Broadway and Vine in Vancouver. It carries an extensive selection of beer, wine, and spirits and is known for personalized service and staff product knowledge. The store offers online ordering through Skip the Dishes, DoorDash, and Uber Eats for those who prefer delivery.

value: Kitsilano Liquor Store

detail: Liquor store only; no food items mentioned


value: 2801 Vancouver Blvd, Lund, BC V8A 0G1, Canada

community: Lund

value: Savary Island General Store appears to be the general store serving Savary Island, a small island off the Sunshine Coast accessible only by water taxi or private boat. As likely the sole grocery option on the island, it would be a critical resupply point for any touring cyclist making the trip to Savary. The island is known for its white sand beaches and is a popular summer destination.

value: Savary Island General Store

subcategory: Grocery Store


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 20m; rack (5 spaces, covered) at 26m; rack (8 spaces) at 47m; rack (8 spaces, covered) at 86m. Total: 29 spaces.

community: View Royal

value: Cascadia Liquor Store


value: 388 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1L1

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 46m; bollard (2 spaces) at 58m; bollard (6 spaces) at 65m; stands at 78m; stands (5 spaces) at 88m; rack (10 spaces) at 88m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: Small Victory Bakery is a family-owned neighborhood bakery and cafe whose founders grew up in a family baking business started by Kenyan immigrant parents on West Broadway. The Mount Pleasant location on West 6th Avenue specializes in artisan breads, laminated pastries, and specialty coffee sourced from local roasters. A full brunch and lunch menu rounds out the offering, making it a worthwhile stop for cyclists wanting a proper sit-down meal or fresh bread to carry onward.

value: Small Victory Bakery

detail: Brunch and lunch menu includes hot items: eggs on toast, quiche, egg and ham brioche sandwich, seasonal soup (tomato bisque, beef and barley), and various warm sandwiches

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 3266A Coast Meridian Road, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 3N4

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Blend Bubble Tea is a community fixture in Port Coquitlam, crafting modern bubble tea using traditional cooking methods and offering signature drinks like Brown Sugar Milk Tea alongside Bao Bites and hot foods. The shop also sells DIY Bubble Tea Kits and branded merchandise, and operates a mobile catering service that has served events ranging from intimate gatherings to 16,000-person conventions. A touring cyclist stopping here will find a broad menu of cold and hot drinks plus light food options in a welcoming neighborhood setting.

value: Blend Bubble Tea

wow_evidence: community fixture in Port Coquitlam … operating for nine-plus years


value: 352 East 10th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (14 spaces, covered) at 61m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: The Farmhouse is an intimate Italian restaurant housed in a restored heritage home in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood, featuring a backyard patio and a short service bar overlooking the open kitchen. Its kitchen is stocked by local BC growers and foragers — notably Campagna Farm in Abbotsford — weaving West Coast seasonality into classic Italian antipasti, mains, and desserts. The restaurant is part of the Viaggio Hospitality group and offers brunch through late dinner service alongside a curated list of biodynamic and organic wines from BC and Italy.

value: The Farmhouse

signal: Italian, heritage home, curated wine, local; ~$25-40pp

wow_evidence: part of the Viaggio Hospitality group


value: 130 - 32151 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2T 1W3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (1 space) at 8m; stands (1 space) at 17m; stands (1 space) at 20m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Donair Shack is a fast-casual restaurant specializing in authentic donairs — grilled meat carved from a rotating spit, wrapped in warm flatbread with fresh vegetables and house sauces. It is part of a small regional chain with five locations across Abbotsford, Mission, and Surrey, making it a familiar refuelling stop along the Fraser Valley corridor. The menu spans several donair styles, rice and salad platters, and falafel options, offering a filling and customizable meal for cyclists on the move.

value: Donair Shack

detail: Menu lists 'Veg. Falafel Donair', a Falafel Rice Platter, a Falafel Salad Platter, and Paneer Wraps (Shahi Paneer / Tandoori Paneer), confirming vegetarian options. No explicit GF or vegan claims found

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: A pizza restaurant offering takeaway service to touring cyclists. The business appears to be operating based on available checks. Website access issues prevented confirmation of additional dining and amenity details.

value: Great Pizza

signal: pizza, takeaway; ~$14-22pp


value: 469 Bernard Avenue, V1Y 6N8

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: lockers (secure) at 99m; lockers (secure) at 99m; lockers (secure) at 99m; lockers (secure) at 99m.

community: Kelowna

value: Subcity Donair is a multi-location Okanagan chain specializing in beef and chicken donairs made with a proprietary blend of 23 herbs and spices, served with a choice of seven sauces. The downtown Kelowna location sits on Bernard Avenue, the city's main commercial street, making it a convenient mid-ride stop. A dedicated vegetarian menu featuring falafel and veggie subs broadens its appeal to cyclists with varied dietary needs.

value: Subcity Donair

detail: Website's About page highlights a dedicated 'Veggie Lovers' section including falafel, vegetarian pita, soups, and salads

region: Thompson Okanagan


value: 4112 Lougheed Highway

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 86m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Brooklyn Dumpling Shop


value: Subway

ownership: Global chain

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 965 Hornby St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3G5

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (4 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 78m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Shizen Ya is a Japanese restaurant specializing in brown rice sushi and claims to be the first natural food Japanese restaurant chain in North America to serve sushi exclusively with brown rice. Located in downtown Vancouver on Hornby Street since December 2009, it sources Ocean Wise certified locally-caught wild seafood from the local fish market, with a focus on natural flavors and organic ingredients. Touring cyclists will find a full sit-down menu with strong vegan and gluten-free options.

value: Shizen Ya

detail: Website states 'Vegetarian Gluten Free Friendly' and 'ask your server about our vegan and gluten-free selections'

signal: Sushi restaurant with organic/quality ingredients, no menu prices visible, no fine-dining markers


value: 33660 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, V2S 2B9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: wall_loops (3 spaces) at 32m; stands (3 spaces) at 92m. Total: 6 spaces.

blurb: Community arts venue in the old Centennial Library at Jubilee Park.

value: The Jubilee Arts Centre is a community arts venue housed in the historic MSA Centennial Library Building in downtown Abbotsford, jointly operated by the Abbotsford Arts Council and the Abbotsford Downtown Business Association. Situated at Jubilee Park on South Fraser Way, it functions as a cultural gathering point for local arts events, exhibitions, and community programming. Touring cyclists passing through downtown Abbotsford will find it in the civic core, close to other downtown services.

dwell: short

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: low

kid_friendly: neutral

setting: indoor

theme: art-culture

value: Jubilee Arts Centre

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: building=civic

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Community arts venue in the historic MSA Centennial Library building — modest events space.


value: 1160 Davie Street, Vancouver, V6E 1N1

bike_parking_detail: 14 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 17m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 37m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (4 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 88m. Total: 33 spaces.

value: Kin's Farm Market is a 100% Canadian-owned specialty produce retailer founded in 1983 from a small stand at Granville Island Public Market by a family of immigrants who built the business from scratch. Now spanning 23 locations across the Lower Mainland, the Davie Street store offers an extensive selection of locally-grown BC fruits and vegetables alongside global produce, with an emphasis on organic options. It sits in Vancouver's West End, making it a convenient resupply point for cyclists traveling along the Davie Street corridor.

value: Kin's Farm Market

subcategory: Farmers' Market

wow_evidence: 100% Canadian-owned specialty produce retailer founded in 1983... 23 locations across the Lower Mainland


value: 32900 South Fraser Way, V2S 5A1

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 80m; rack at 82m.

value: New York Fries is a Canadian fast-food chain outlet in Chilliwack specializing in fried items and casual meals. The location offers takeaway service, making it a convenient option for touring cyclists needing a quick break. As an indoor venue, it provides shelter from weather while on tour.

value: New York Fries

ownership: Buy Canadian

wow_evidence: Canadian fast-food chain outlet


value: 120 Clam Bay Road, Thetis Island, V0R 2Y0

community: Thetis Island

value: Cedar Beach Ocean Lodge is a small bed and breakfast with two rooms located on Thetis Island, a quiet Gulf Island accessible by BC Ferries from Chemainus. Its name suggests a beachside or ocean-view setting on Clam Bay Road. Thetis Island's car-light, rural character makes it a tranquil stop for cyclists exploring the Gulf Islands.

value: Cedar Beach Ocean Lodge

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: No pricing data available; domain sale page only, no lodging details

subcategory: B&B / Inn

wow_evidence: 2-room bed and breakfast on Thetis Island... website acquired by domain auction broker nicsell.com


bike_access: hard

character: pleasant

kid_friendly: no

price_band: free

price_label: Free

season: summer

category: Camping

community: Beavermouth

source: camping

value: A small open recreation site perched above Susan Lake with a dock and cartop boat launch; 23 km of steep, rough forest service road with 4x4 recommended makes this a likely skip for loaded bike tourers.

key: eadaacacbe

value: Susan Lake Recreation Site

ownership: Provincial rec site

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 3350 Coast Road, Gabriola Island, BC V0R 1X7

bike_access: easy

character: destination

energy: restorative

price_band: basic

price_label: Basic

washroom_type: flush

community: Boat Harbour

value: A forested, oceanfront campground at a full-service resort on Gabriola Island, with waterfront tent sites nestled among an orchard and gardens; flush washrooms, showers, laundry, and a well-stocked on-site store make it unusually comfortable. Reaching it requires the short BC Ferries crossing from Nanaimo, which accommodates cyclists routinely.

value: Page's Resort & Marina Campground

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground


value: 5432 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC V5P 3V8

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 76m. Total: 8 spaces.

value: Hapag — a Filipino word meaning 'table' — is a neighbourhood Filipino grill on Victoria Drive in East Vancouver, serving classic dishes like Crispy Pata (deep-fried pork hock), Sisig, and a roster of grilled meats straight from the ihaw-ihaw (charcoal grill) tradition. The menu spans street-food staples such as BBQ pork skewers and Isaw, through to baked desserts like Ube Cheesecake and Leche Flan, alongside party trays for larger groups. Dine-in and takeout are both available, making it a solid stop for a hearty, culture-rich meal on a long ride through East Van.

value: Hapag

detail: Vegetarian option: Lumpiang Gulay (veggie spring rolls with cabbage, carrots, leeks, tofu). Gluten-free: Leche Flan explicitly labelled 'Gluten-free' on menu

signal: Main entrees $15–26 (mostly $15–21); sit-down Filipino casual dining

wow_evidence: dine-in and takeout are both available...Filipino grill...charcoal grill tradition


value: Salt Spring Island, BC

label: wildflower bloom

months: April May June

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

community: Beaver Point

value: Walk-in tent camping in grassy meadows along 7 km of rocky Salt Spring Island shoreline, with sweeping views over Swanson Channel and strong wildlife watching; potable water is shut down November 1–March 15 and all sites require carrying gear from the parking lot.

value: Ruckle Park, Walk-in Camping

ownership: Provincial park

wow_evidence: Walk-in Camping designation... accessible only on foot or by bicycle, not by vehicle


value: 4700 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, V9T 1W6

value: Inn on Long Lake is a lakeside resort on the north shore of Long Lake in Nanaimo, BC, where all rooms and suites include private balconies or patios overlooking the water. Guests can kayak or paddleboard on the 1.5 km lake, use a fitness room, and relax by a fire pit — with complimentary continental breakfast included. Its location is convenient to both Departure Bay and Duke Point BC Ferries terminals, making it a practical base for cyclists travelling on or off Vancouver Island.

value: Inn on Long Lake

signal: Front page states From$149/night

wow_evidence: all rooms and suites include private balconies or patios overlooking the water... kayak or paddleboard on the 1.5 km lake


value: 3610 Westwood Street, Port Coquitlam

value: Peaceful Restaurant is a Northern Chinese restaurant chain founded in 1998 by owner and executive chef Charlie Huang, specializing in hand-pulled noodles, dumplings, artisanal dim sum, and beef rolls. The Port Coquitlam location is part of a multi-branch Metro Vancouver operation that has been recognized by the Food Network and USA Today for its distinctive Xi'an-influenced cuisine. A touring cyclist would find a full sit-down dining experience with online ordering available for the Port Coquitlam branch.

value: Peaceful Restaurant

signal: Northern Chinese hand-pulled noodles/dim sum; ~$15-24pp


value: 32 Water Street, Vancouver, V6B 1A4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands at 51m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: Waffleland Café is an all-day waffle restaurant in Vancouver's Gastown Historic District, specializing in artisanal Belgian Liège waffles and Norwegian waffles with both sweet and savory variations. The interior is themed around Alice in Wonderland, blending lush greenery with storybook-inspired décor for a distinctive dining atmosphere. A cocktail and beverage menu accompanies the food, making it a memorable food stop in one of Vancouver's most bikeable historic neighbourhoods.

value: Waffleland Café

detail: Menu page lists a dedicated 'Vegan Waffle & Light Bite' section

signal: Belgian/Norwegian waffle cafe; ~$10-16

wow_evidence: artisanal Belgian Liège waffles and Norwegian waffles...Gastown Historic District


value: 63 Victoria Crescent, Nanaimo, BC

value: The Terminal Bar is a historic Nanaimo institution on Victoria Crescent, established in 1912 and now over a century old. It sits in the heart of Nanaimo's heritage downtown, just steps from the harbourfront. Touring cyclists passing through Nanaimo will find it a characterful stop in a neighbourhood rich with history.

value: The Terminal Bar Nanaimo

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 4737 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC V5H 4H8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (30 spaces) at 89m. Total: 30 spaces.

value: A Subway franchise located on Willingdon Avenue in Burnaby, offering made-to-order subs, wraps, and salads with customizable fresh toppings and fresh-baked bread. Orders can be placed in-store, via app, through delivery, or at curbside pickup. As an independently owned and operated franchise, it provides a widely recognizable and accessible meal stop along a busy urban corridor.

value: Subway


value: 3141 Murray Street, Port Moody, BC V3H 2R8

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

community: Port Moody

value: The One Sixty is a well-regarded wine bar and café in Port Moody's Murray Street area, voted Best Restaurant in Port Moody. It runs an ambitious wine program with over 20 pours by the glass and wines on tap, alongside a full food menu spanning brunch, lunch, and dinner. A touring cyclist arriving from the Shoreline Trail or Inlet trails would find a full sit-down meal, takeout options, and happy hour service available most days.

value: The One Sixty Wine Bar & Cafe

band_key: upscale

label: Upscale

signal: wine bar & cafe, afternoon tea $49pp, award wine program; ~$32-50pp

wow_evidence: voted Best Restaurant in Port Moody


value: 19175 122 Ave, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2E9

community: Pitt Meadows

value: Akasaka Japanese Restaurant is a long-running Japanese eatery in Pitt Meadows operating out of a historic heritage building, trading on the tagline 'Old House, Fresh Sushi.' The menu spans sushi, tempura, noodles, donburi, and appetizers with both dine-in and takeout options. A private dining room accommodating groups of 5 to 30 or more makes it a practical stop for cycling clubs or post-ride gatherings.

value: Akasaka Japanese Restaurant

detail: 'Lunch Box' and 'Dinner Box' are listed as distinct takeout menu categories, indicating pre-packaged meal boxes are available to go

detail: Takeout menu lists multiple vegetarian items: Vege Croquettes, Sweet Potato Croquettes, Agedashi Tofu, Spicy Agedashi Tofu, Edamame, and Rice. No explicit vegan or GF labelling found

signal: Japanese, apps $5-11, heritage building; ~$15-25pp

wow_evidence: long-running Japanese eatery ... historic heritage building


value: BC-1, Lytton, BC V0K 1Z0, Canada

label: sockeye salmon run

months: August September

community: Gladwin

value: A 58-site BC Parks campground in the Thompson River canyon near Lytton, sitting just off Highway 1 with potable water and washrooms; gate closes in the off-season so plan for a summer visit only.

value: Skihist Campground


value: 3853 Hastings St, Burnaby, BC V5C 2H7

value: Pho Pasteur Restaurant is a Vietnamese noodle house on Hastings Street in Burnaby serving a broad menu of pho, wonton noodle soups, and vermicelli dishes made with traditional flavors and fresh ingredients. The restaurant describes itself as a cozy, modern space offering dine-in alongside online ordering for pickup. Touring cyclists heading along the Hastings corridor will find it a solid stop for a filling hot meal.

value: Phở Pasteur Restaurant

signal: Pho shop, noodle soup mains CAD$14–16


value: 5107 Airport Drive, V0C 1R0

community: Fort Nelson

value: FIELDS

region: Northern British Columbia


value: 1927 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2K3

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 28m; stands (3 spaces) at 37m; stands (3 spaces) at 80m; stands (3 spaces) at 86m. Total: 12 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Chilli Lee is a family-run Szechuan and Cantonese restaurant on Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver, open since 2010 with the same chef and same address. The menu spans Cantonese classics — soft and crispy chow mein, congee, egg foo yong — alongside real-heat Szechuan dishes, hot pot, and chef's specials. Pickup, delivery, and catering are all available, and the dining room seats 20.

value: Chilli Lee Szechuan Cuisine

detail: FAQ states: 'Do you have vegetarian or vegan options? Yes. Look for the marked items on the menu, or ask staff for current vegetarian and vegan dishes.' No GF mention found

signal: Main dishes $19.95–$20.95 CAD, walk-in casual Chinese

wow_evidence: family-run Szechuan and Cantonese restaurant... open since 2010 with the same chef and same address


value: 1244 56th Street, Delta, BC, V4L 2A4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 15m; stands (4 spaces) at 92m. Total: 9 spaces.

community: Delta

value: Cue's N Cushion is a family-owned social entertainment lounge open since 2022 in Tsawwassen (Delta), BC, combining pool tables, darts, board games, air hockey, arcade games, and ping pong with a Mediterranean-inspired kitchen serving snacks, meals, specialty coffees, and milkshakes. The venue runs a packed weekly events calendar—movie nights, pool training sessions, UFC screenings, and fundraiser events—and can host private or corporate groups with full-lounge buyouts. A touring cyclist would find a lively, welcoming stop with real food and a range of beverages in a purpose-built community hub.

value: Cue's N Cushion

detail: 'Veggie Dog' explicitly listed on the published menu as a standalone item

signal: amenity=cafe


value: 11608 8 Street, Dawson Creek, V1G 4R7

community: Dawson Creek

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 1301 Main Street, Penticton, BC V2A 2Y3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wall_loops at 43m.

community: Penticton

value: The Copper Mug claims to be the oldest pub in Penticton and the second oldest in British Columbia, having operated since 1974. Located in the Safeway Plaza on Main Street, it serves a full food menu alongside daily chef's specials and house-made soups. A lively weekly events calendar — including Friday music trivia, Thursday wing nights, and Sunday brunch — makes it a neighbourhood anchor in a town that sits on popular cycling routes.

value: Copper Mug

signal: amenity=pub


value: 417 Seymour Street, Kamloops, V2C 3N9

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack (1 space) at 27m; rack (4 spaces) at 74m; rack (1 space) at 75m; rack (1 space) at 86m; rack (1 space) at 88m. Total: 8 spaces.

blurb: Live venue on Seymour Street in downtown Kamloops.

community: Kamloops

value: The Rex Hall is a theatre venue located in downtown Kamloops at 417 Seymour Street, as recorded in the City of Kamloops dataset. It sits in the heart of Kamloops, making it a potentially convenient stop for touring cyclists passing through the city centre. No further details about the venue's character or offerings could be confirmed due to website unavailability.

dwell: half

facet_confidence: high

value: The Rex Hall

band_key: moderate

label: Moderate

signal: downtown live venue; tickets ~$15-30

wow_evidence: Downtown venue; thin record, website unavailable.


value: 1795 Clearbrook Road, V2T 5X5


community: Ucluelet

value: Ucluelet Co-op is a locally-owned member cooperative affiliated with Federated Co-operatives, serving the small Vancouver Island community of Ucluelet on the wild west coast. As one of the few grocery options in this remote surf and hiking destination, it serves as a critical resupply point for touring cyclists on routes like the Pacific Rim. The co-op model means profits stay local, and membership is open to the community.

value: Co-op

subcategory: Convenience Store


value: 3328 15th Ave #102, Prince George, BC V2M 0A1

community: Prince George

value: BFF Bar & Grill is a locally owned neighborhood restaurant in Prince George, founded by three partners and built around the idea that great food is best enjoyed with good company. The menu runs from classic comfort foods and bar bites to drinks specials, with a dedicated gluten-free menu and online ordering. It bills itself as a casual all-day spot equally suited to catching a game or sitting down for a proper meal.

value: BFF Bar & Grill

detail: Menu page lists a dedicated 'Gluten Free Menu' section

signal: neighbourhood bar & grill, comfort food; ~$16-26pp


value: 1003 Ryan Road, Courtenay, BC

community: Courtenay

value: The Mex is a well-established neighborhood pub in Courtenay, BC, proudly serving the community for over 20 years from its location at the bottom of Ryan Road near Superstore. It offers a lively entertainment program of live bands, DJ nights, and weekly karaoke, alongside a full pub menu of wings, ribs, burgers, and shareable platters. A Beer & Wine store operates directly next door, making it a convenient one-stop for an evening wind-down on a touring route through the Comox Valley.

value: The Mex


value: 3811 Moncton Street, V7E 3A0

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 24m; rack at 35m; rack at 85m. Total: 5 spaces.

blurb: Working heritage fishing village at the Fraser's mouth.

community: Richmond

value: Steveston Village is a heritage fishing village at the mouth of the Fraser River in Richmond, voted #1 Metro Vancouver neighbourhood out of 192 in 2020 and declared a heritage zone in 1960. It remains a working fishing village where cyclists can buy fresh seafood off the dock, explore national historic sites like the Gulf of Georgia Cannery and Britannia Shipyards, and stroll the waterfront along Fishers Walk. The village's Moncton Street streetscape—lined with cafés, bookshops, and film locations—makes it a compelling stop on any cycling tour of the Lower Mainland.

label: spot prawn season

months: May June July

planning: walk-up

theme: history

value: Steveston Village

signal: heritage fishing village neighbourhood, free to explore

wow_evidence: Heritage fishing village district — cannery and shipyard NHSs, seafood off the dock; a day-shaping Metro Vancouver destination.


value: 2135 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6K 1N7

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 21m; stands (3 spaces) at 22m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (6 spaces) at 53m; rack (5 spaces) at 56m; wide_stands (2 spaces) at 71m; wide_stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (6 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m; rack (18 spaces) at 95m. Total: 53 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Connie's Cook House is a neighbourhood Chinese restaurant on Vancouver's West 4th Avenue, serving Szechuan, Cantonese, and Malaysian curry dishes known for generous portions. The restaurant offers online ordering for pickup as well as free local delivery, and caters to parties of all sizes. Gluten-free options are available and all dishes are prepared with pure vegetable oil.

value: Connie's Cook House

detail: Website explicitly lists 'Gluten free options' among featured attributes

signal: Neighborhood Chinese restaurant, explicitly 'BIG dishes in great prices'


value: 10720 Cambie Road

value: A 7-level Holiday Inn located on Cambie Road near Vancouver Airport in Richmond. Standard chain hotel offering reliable corporate amenities and free Wi-Fi. Touring cyclists can expect standard hotel services in a convenient location for airport access.

value: Holiday Inn Vancouver Airport - Richmond

signal: chain 'holiday inn'


value: 805 W Broadway, Unit 112, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (20 spaces, covered) at 24m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: Kisokoma is a family-owned Japanese restaurant on West Broadway that has been serving sushi, rolls, donburi, and Japanese comfort food since 1999, growing its menu to over 250 items. Operated by the same Vietnamese family who opened it, the restaurant is steps from Vancouver General Hospital and draws a loyal lunch crowd from the surrounding medical district. Online ordering via UberEats and an in-house catering service make it a convenient stop for groups or cyclists needing a quick, substantial meal.

value: Kisokoma Japanese Restaurant

signal: family Japanese, 250+ items; ~$15-25pp

wow_evidence: family-owned Japanese restaurant… since 1999, growing its menu to over 250 items


value: 381 Hwy 97B NE, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 1X5

character: utilitarian

community: Salmon Arm

value: A commercial camping resort in the Salmon Arm area; with the website unavailable, specific amenities, setting, and facilities cannot be confirmed beyond its caravan-site classification.

value: Salmon Arm Camping Resort

wow_evidence: website unavailable, specific amenities...cannot be confirmed


value: 20522 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge

community: Maple Ridge

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 190 Reynolds Road, Salt Spring Island, B.C. Canada, V8K 1Y2

blurb: Organic farm and retreat centre on south Salt Spring, with a seasonal farm stand.

community: Salt Spring Island

value: Stowel Lake Farm is a 115-acre organic farm and retreat centre on Salt Spring Island, founded by Lisa Lloyd in the mid-1970s on land originally known as the Old Reynolds Farm. It hosts wellness retreats, yoga classes, gardening workshops, and community events throughout the season, drawing guests from across BC and beyond. A Farm Stand sells farm produce to visitors, making it a potential stop for cyclists exploring the island.

setting: outdoor

theme: wellness

value: Stowel Lake Farm

detail: Website prominently features 'The Farm Stand' as a dedicated section, selling farm produce on site

ownership: Public

label: N/A — not an admission venue

signal: Retreat venue; tours by request only, not drop-in public admission

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: 115-acre organic farm and retreat centre with a walk-in farm stand (farm-market band).


community: Campbell River

value: Walmart Supercenter Store 1077 is a large-format retail location in Campbell River serving Vancouver Island's Discovery Coast. As a Supercenter, it carries a full grocery department alongside general merchandise including electronics, clothing, and baby products. For a touring cyclist, it represents one of the most comprehensive resupply stops on this stretch of the island.

value: Walmart

wow_evidence: Walmart Supercenter Store 1077


value: Balmoral Road

community: Blind Bay

value: Blind Bay Village Grocer is a community-focused full-service grocery store serving the Shuswap region, stocking fresh local meat, produce, bakery and deli goods alongside a broad selection of beer, wine, and spirits. The Blind Bay location also includes an on-site Shell fuel station (bronze, silver, premium, diesel, and marked premium) and a Canada Post outlet, making it a genuine one-stop stop on a touring route. A sister store in nearby Sorrento offers additional coverage for cyclists moving through the corridor.

value: Blind Bay Village Grocer

detail: 'Weekly Hot Dinners' is listed as a dedicated section under Flyers & Specials on the website navigation


value: 4385 Boban Drive, Nanaimo, V9T 5V9

blurb: Nanaimo's long-running indoor climbing gym.

community: Nanaimo

value: Romper Room is a long-established indoor rock climbing centre that has served the mid Vancouver Island climbing community since 1996, offering 7,500 sq ft of climbing surface including top rope, lead walls, a bouldering cave, auto-belays, and two MoonBoards. The facility welcomes complete beginners through experienced climbers, with rental gear available on site and structured courses ranging from introductory sessions to lead certification. For a touring cyclist visiting Nanaimo, it represents a well-rounded active recreation stop with a strong local community reputation.

value: Romper Room

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Climbing gym since 1996 with rentals and drop-in; gym-band visit (KW rentals false positive).


label: summer swimming

months: July August

community: Tahsis

value: A small riverside rec site just outside Tahsis on Vancouver Island, with easy river access, swimming holes, and a sandy beach; reached via the long Head Bay Road from Gold River.

value: Leiner River Recreation Site

wow_evidence: swimming holes, and a sandy beach


value: 4131 No 5 Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 2T9

value: Lotus Restaurant is a Vietnamese and Asian food eatery in Richmond serving dishes such as pho, fried rolls, and salad rolls. The restaurant operates on a walk-in basis with no reservations, making it an accessible drop-in option. Online ordering and a dedicated takeout service are available for cyclists wanting a quick meal to go.

value: Lotus

detail: Menu lists 'A3 Vegetarian Salad Roll (Goi Cuon Chay)' as a dedicated vegetarian item; no vegan or GF claims confirmed

signal: Vietnamese pho/rolls takeout; ~$14-20pp


value: 1193 BC-6, Cherryville, V0E 2G1

community: Cherryville

value: Tempo


value: 1536 West Road, Quadra Island, BC V0P 1H0

community: Heriot Bay

value: The most northerly Tru Value Foods location, serving approximately 2,400 Quadra Island residents and a much larger summer population of boaters and visitors from the surrounding Discovery Islands. The store has recently expanded its Bakery Deli, added a café eatery with an outdoor patio, and emphasises local products from island orchardists, farmers, beekeepers, and seafood fishers. It sits in Heriot Bay, the island's main harbour and gateway to Cortes and the outer islands, making it a natural resupply stop for cyclists touring the area.

value: Heriot Bay Store

detail: Website states the store 'introduced a café eatery' as part of recent expansions, alongside a Bakery Deli

wow_evidence: most northerly Tru Value Foods location, serving approximately 2,400 Quadra Island residents... café eatery with an outdoor patio


value: 8400 Byng Rd, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0, Canada

community: Port Hardy

value: A regional campground on the Quatse River in Port Hardy, the northern highway terminus of Vancouver Island and a natural staging point for cyclists taking the BC Ferries Inside Passage to Prince Rupert. Specific amenities are unconfirmed from available sources.

value: Quatse River Campground


value: 7320 King George Boulevard

community: Surrey

value: Save-On-Foods

ownership: Buy BC (chain)


value: 5790 Teredo Street, Sechelt, V0N 3A0

blurb: Sechelt's visitor centre in the town core.

community: Sechelt

value: The Sechelt Visitor Centre is the primary tourism information office for the Sunshine Coast community of Sechelt, BC, offering regional travel guidance to visitors arriving by ferry from Vancouver. Located in the heart of Sechelt, it serves as the gateway for exploring the Sunshine Coast's coastline, trails, and communities. OSM indicates the facility is wheelchair accessible.

dwell: quick

theme: civic

value: Sechelt Visitor Centre

signal: tourism=information

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: Main VC for Sechelt — VC ladder 1/2.


value: 444 Gower Point Road, Gibsons, V0N1V0

community: Gibsons

value: The Bay Gibsons is a New York-style thin-crust pizza restaurant in Gibsons, BC, known for creative named pies made with cold-fermented, fresh-milled flour dough. The menu ranges from classic pepperoni to inventive signatures like the Dirty Little Peach and Mary Had a Little Lamb, with vegetarian options throughout. Notably, the restaurant accepts Bitcoin and Lightning Network payments in addition to conventional methods.

value: The Bay Gibsons

detail: Menu uses a 🥬 symbol to mark vegetarian pizzas. Dough described as safe for gluten-sensitive individuals, but explicitly not suitable for those with gluten allergies

signal: cuisine=pizza

subcategory: Restaurant


value: 2055 Arnold Frontage Road, Sicamous, V0E 2V1

label: warm Shuswap swimming season

community: Sicamous

value: Family-owned riverside resort on the Eagle River in Sicamous, with tent sites set in open green spaces, a swimming pool, rental kayaks and paddleboards, and easy access to Shuswap and Mara Lakes. More full-service family resort than rustic camp — strong amenities but a heavy RV-park atmosphere.

value: Family Tree Riverside RV & Campground

wow_evidence: family-owned campground in Sicamous operating since 1963... coin-operated showers and laundry... swimming pool


value: 1001 West Cordova Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (16 spaces, covered) at 84m. Total: 16 spaces.

value: Motoretta is a gelato and granita shop in Vancouver's Coal Harbour neighbourhood, part of the Kitchen Table restaurant group. It highlights BC seasonal ingredients prepared with traditional Italian techniques, offering a rotating roster of classic and inventive flavours alongside a dedicated dairy-free line. Situated steps from the Coal Harbour seawall, it is a natural mid-ride treat stop for cyclists exploring the waterfront.

value: Motoretta Gelato

detail: Website lists a dedicated DAIRY-FREE section including Taro, Lemon, Mango, Pistachio, Strawberry, Blood Orange, and Dark Chocolate flavours

subcategory: Ice Cream

wow_evidence: part of the Kitchen Table restaurant group...steps from the Coal Harbour seawall


value: 6339 Stores Road, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (21 spaces) at 14m; rack at 40m; stands (18 spaces) at 57m; stands at 59m; rack (7 spaces) at 65m. Total: 46 spaces.

blurb: Free UBC museum of minerals, fossils, and earth science.

community: University Hill

value: The Pacific Museum of Earth is a free, public museum at the University of British Columbia operated by the Faculty of Science, housing nearly 100 years of combined mineral and fossil collections alongside exhibits spanning geology, oceanography, atmospheric science, and deep time. Visitors can touch real dinosaur bones, explore the forces shaping the planet, and experience galleries spread across two adjacent campus buildings. In 2026, the museum is a designated stamp stop in the UBC Tourism Challenge, making it a worthwhile detour for cyclists exploring the UBC campus.

days_closed: Sa Su

theme: science-family

value: Pacific Museum of Earth

signal: Explicitly stated: 'The Pacific Museum of Earth is a free, public museum'

wow_evidence: Free UBC earth-science museum — touch real dinosaur bones; solid free campus stop.


value: 3651 Shelbourne Street, V8P 4H1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 95m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Fairway Market Shelbourne Plaza is part of a Vancouver Island–owned grocery chain operating since 1963, now with nine locations across the island. This full-service supermarket stocks produce, meat, dairy, bakery goods, and an international food selection, plus in-store Asian Kitchen and Sushi Village prepared-food counters. It is a practical resupply stop for touring cyclists moving through Victoria's Saanich area.

value: Fairway Market Shelbourne Plaza

detail: Website lists Asian Kitchen and Sushi Village as in-store departments, indicating prepared/hot food availability


value: 230 Main Street, Tofino, V0R 2Z0

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 98m.

community: Tofino

value: Savary Island Pie Company is a Tofino bakery and cafe with over 30 years of handcrafting sweet and savoury pies, fresh pastries, and all-day breakfast and lunch using pure ingredients with no gums or preservatives. The Tofino location serves its famous Ciabiscuit egg sandwiches, freshly baked goods, and coffee alongside a full pie menu. It is a well-established local institution and a natural fuelling stop for cyclists riding the Pacific Rim corridor.

value: Savary Island Pie Company

detail: Website repeatedly states 'Online orders are not available for pickup in Tofino. Please call us at (250) 725-1228 to place your order directly,' confirming phone-order takeout/pickup is available at the Tofino location

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: over 30 years of handcrafting sweet and savoury pies...well-established local institution


community: Chase

value: BC Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store


value: 15061 Marine Drive, White Rock, V4B 1C5

community: White Rock

value: Dock's Fish & Chips is a fast-food fish-and-chips spot situated on White Rock's Marine Drive, the scenic waterfront road that draws cyclists from across the Lower Mainland and beyond. The location on Marine Drive places it directly along one of BC's most popular recreational cycling routes, with the White Rock Pier and beach just steps away. It would serve as a natural rest and refuel stop for riders completing the South Surrey–White Rock coastal loop.

value: Dock's Fish & Chips

wow_evidence: fast_food fish-and-chips establishment at 15061 Marine Drive


value: 907 South Island Highway

value: FoggDukkers is a coffee-focused cafe located on South Island Highway on Vancouver Island. It serves as a convenient stopping point for touring cyclists seeking refreshments in the area.

value: FoggDukkers


value: 1300 56th St, Tsawwassen, BC

blurb: Community art studio with drop-in pottery and painting.

community: Delta

value: The Art Department is a community arts centre in Tsawwassen founded by local visual artist Mike, offering drop-in and registered classes in pottery, painting, drawing, and jewelry alongside special events and parties. The studio was built around a mission of fostering curiosity, creativity, and community in one shared creative space. Touring cyclists exploring the Tsawwassen area could experience a pottery class, attend a paint-and-wine evening, or pick up a gift card as a memorable souvenir from their ride.

value: The Art Department

signal: Art studio/workshop facility, no admission price; revenue via classes, memberships, events

wow_evidence: Community art studio with drop-in classes alongside registered ones — drop-in access tips it to include.


value: 1175 Rogers Way, Kamloops, V1S 1R5

community: Kamloops

value: A Best Western Premier hotel located just off the TransCanada Highway in Kamloops, offering views of the Thompson River Valley and surrounding mountains. The property sits close to Thompson Rivers University and key area businesses, making it a practical stop for cycle tourists passing through the interior of BC. An on-site restaurant serves all three meals.

value: Best Western Premier Aberdeen Kamloops

detail: On-site restaurant confirmed open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner per hotel overview page

signal: chain 'best western premier'

subcategory: Hotel / Motel


value: 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, V2X 6G2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 57m; rack at 74m; rack at 99m.

blurb: Maple Ridge's main arts centre: theatre and gallery.

community: Maple Ridge

value: The ACT Arts Centre is the primary performing arts and exhibition venue serving Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows, operated by Arts On (formerly Maple Ridge Pitt-Meadows Arts Council). It hosts live performances, community events, art exhibitions, and youth arts programs throughout the year. The venue sits near the core of Maple Ridge and draws visitors from across the region for cultural programming.

value: The ACT Arts Centre

signal: regional arts centre; event tickets typically $20-40 (exhibitions free)

wow_evidence: Primary performing arts and exhibition venue for Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows — regional arts reference.


value: 45796 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack, BC V2R 5P9

community: Chilliwack

value: Hofstede's Country Barn is a well-established farm market in Chilliwack offering locally sourced produce from Okanagan growers, a full deli with nitrate-free meats and cheeses, and an in-house bakery turning out fresh buns, breads, and pastries daily. The on-site cafe serves hot sandwiches, salads, and rotating homemade soups, making it a genuine resupply destination in the Fraser Valley rather than a convenience stop. The store also stocks a broad selection of European specialty groceries, organic items, and gluten-free products.

value: Hofstede's Country Barn

detail: Cafe page lists hot items including Curried Apple Panini, Raw Power Salad, and four homemade soups of the day, available for in-store pickup or delivery


value: 520 Sixth Street, New Westminster, V3L 3B4

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands at 40m; stands (4 spaces) at 44m; stands at 46m; stands (6 spaces) at 46m; stands (6 spaces) at 47m; stands (6 spaces) at 54m; stands (4 spaces) at 60m; stands (4 spaces) at 60m; stands at 82m; stands (6 spaces) at 83m; stands (6 spaces) at 90m. Total: 42 spaces.

community: New Westminster

value: Saigon Ivy is a Vietnamese restaurant in downtown New Westminster, an area well-suited to cycling stop-offs on the Central Valley Greenway and nearby routes. OSM records place its founding before 1948, making it one of the older eateries in the community. Indoor seating is noted in OSM tags, offering a sit-down meal option for cyclists passing through New Westminster.

value: Saigon Ivy

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

wow_evidence: start_date of before 1948 suggesting a long-established business


value: 3510 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5R 5L6

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands at 73m; stands at 78m; stands (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands at 86m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; stands at 93m. Total: 16 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Todak Todak is a Korean fried chicken and street food restaurant on Kingsway in Vancouver, serving boneless fried chicken, Korean pancakes, fish cake soup, and oden soup. The restaurant markets itself as using fresh, quality ingredients and has recently undergone renovations. Online ordering is available, and the menu spans a range of Korean street food classics alongside refreshing drinks.

value: Todak Todak Restaurant

signal: Korean fried chicken/street food; ~$15-24pp


value: 8973 152 St, Unit A, Surrey, BC V3R4E5

value: BBQ King Delight is a Cantonese-style roasted meat shop in Surrey specializing in Hong Kong BBQ classics: roasted duck, honey BBQ pork, soy sauce chicken, and crispy roasted pork, sold by weight or as rice bento boxes. Online ordering with a 15-minute pickup window makes it a fast, no-fuss stop. The menu skews heavily toward roasted and marinated meats, with canned soft drinks rounding out the offerings.

value: BBQ King Delight

detail: Website shows 'Order Online' and 'Pickup 15 min' with a full cart/checkout flow; pickup is the only fulfillment method listed

signal: amenity=cafe

wow_evidence: 15-minute pickup window


value: 7755 202A Street

blurb: Large community park with courts, spray park, and amphitheatre.

community: Langley

value: Willoughby Community Park is a large Township of Langley public park in the Willoughby neighbourhood offering an extensive mix of outdoor recreation including bocce courts, pickleball, basketball, tennis, rugby, soccer, lacrosse, and a spray park. The park also features an amphitheatre, picnic shelters, change rooms, and ample parking, making it a well-equipped community hub in the Lower Mainland. Touring cyclists can use it as a convenient rest stop with access to drinking water and restroom facilities.

value: Willoughby Community Park

detail: Public park with no admission fee; Drinking Water explicitly listed as a park amenity

detail: Drinking Water listed as a named park amenity on the official Township of Langley facility page

wow_evidence: Court fixture inside Willoughby Community Park — no separate park record visible, so rename this to the park.


value: 101 - 1515 Dufferin Cres, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5H6

community: Nanaimo

value: Drip Coffee Social is a community-minded independent café established in 2018, operating two Nanaimo locations with a stated focus on inclusivity and local gathering. The Dufferin Crescent location offers a full espresso and tea menu alongside food bowls, sandwiches, baked goods, and even beer, wine, and seasonal cocktails. Mobile ordering is available, making it a convenient stop for cyclists moving through the south Nanaimo corridor.

value: Drip Coffee Social

detail: Menu lists Roasted Veggie sandwich, Roast Chickpea Kale Salad, Avocado Toast, and explicitly labelled Gluten Free Brownie and Gluten Free Shortbread


value: 2112 West 42nd Avenue, Vancouver, V6M 2B6

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (18 spaces) at 36m; bollard (2 spaces) at 71m; bollard (2 spaces) at 80m; stands (4 spaces) at 89m. Total: 26 spaces.

blurb: Kerrisdale's neighbourhood library branch.

value: The Kerrisdale Branch is one of the neighbourhood branches of the Vancouver Public Library system, serving the quiet residential Kerrisdale district in southwest Vancouver. OSM data indicates it is situated on a lower level (level -1), suggesting it occupies a basement or below-grade space within its building. As a public library, it offers a welcoming rest stop for touring cyclists passing through the area, with free Wi-Fi noted in OSM.

value: Vancouver Public Library Kerrisdale Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


community: Castlegar

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


community: Mount Washington

value: A small wilderness campsite in Strathcona Park — BC's oldest provincial park and a rugged mountain wilderness — likely near the ponds implied by its name; no confirmed amenities and access details are unverified, so treat it as a backcountry stop and prepare accordingly.

value: Frog Ponds Camp

wow_evidence: BC's oldest provincial park... most of the park is 'largely undeveloped' wilderness


value: 4896 Hwy 93/95, Fairmont Hot Springs, BC V0B 1L1

community: Fairmont Hot Springs

value: Fairmont Funtasia is a long-running (30+ years) family fun park on the north edge of Fairmont Hot Springs, offering 18-hole mini golf sculpted into a live forest, bumper cars, an animal petting park with miniature animals and birds, a labyrinth, and colourful gardens. A bistro/snack bar serves drinks, coffee, smoothies, pizza, hot dogs, and ice cream. The park and garden area are described as stroller and wheelchair accessible.

value: Funtasia

wow_evidence: long-running (30+ years) family fun park… bistro/snack bar serves drinks, coffee, smoothies, pizza, hot dogs, and ice cream


value: 20202 66 Avenue, Unit C2, Langley

value: Umami Sushi is a casual Japanese sushi restaurant in Langley offering online ordering and takeout service. It operates seven days a week with consistent lunch and dinner hours, providing a convenient food stop for cycling tourists passing through the area. The restaurant serves the local community as a traditional sit-down establishment.

value: Umami Sushi

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


value: 612 Head Street, Esquimalt, British Columbia V9A 4Y6, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 52m; rack at 75m; rack (3 spaces) at 88m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Esquimalt

value: Parthenon Pizza is a Greek-inspired pizza restaurant in Esquimalt with 45 years of culinary experience behind its signature pies. The menu features seven named Greek pizzas — from the all-meat Spartan to the Athens Vegetarian — alongside wings, salads, and 16-flavour ice cream. Cyclists can eat in or order for pickup, with delivery also available.

value: Parthenon Pizza

detail: Menu includes 'THE ATHENS VEGETARIAN PIZZA' (mushroom, onions, green peppers, olives, tomato) and Greek and Caesar salads


community: Courtenay

value: Quality Foods

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 3045 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 3G6

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 11m; rack (5 spaces) at 13m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; rack (8 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; rack (3 spaces) at 39m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 53m; stands (5 spaces) at 62m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; rack at 81m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m. Total: 48 spaces.

value: Established in 2005, The Brewery Creek Liquor Store is Vancouver's first specialty craft beer retail store, housed in a 3,000-square-foot space in the Mt. Pleasant neighbourhood. It stocks over 500 craft beers and 500 wines alongside spirits, ciders, hard seltzers, and alcohol-free options, and has earned multiple awards including Best Beer Store from The Georgia Straight and Best Local Private Liquor Store from CAMRA. Dogs are explicitly welcomed inside, making it a friendly stop for cyclists touring the area.

value: The Brewery Creek Liquor Store

signal: Specialty craft-beer/wine retail store, not a dining venue

wow_evidence: Vancouver's first specialty craft beer retail store... Best Beer Store from The Georgia Straight and Best Local Private Liquor Store from CAMRA


value: 673 Hotel Rd, Heriot Bay, B.C.

community: Heriot Bay

value: A historic inn operating since 1896 on the shores of Heriot Bay, Quadra Island, offering European-style hotel rooms, ocean-view cabins with full kitchens, a two-storey suite, an RV park and campground, and a full-service marina. The on-site HBI Pub and Herons Dining Room make it the social hub of Quadra Island, with live music, events, and west coast cuisine. Quadra Island is a short ferry hop from Campbell River and is noted for mountain biking, kayaking, and whale-watching.

value: Heriot Bay Inn

detail: On-site HBI Pub described as open year-round offering pub fare; Herons Dining Room also on-site offering elevated west coast menu

detail: Rooms page states 'Free, limited wifi is available'

band_key: luxury

label: Luxury

signal: Summer cabin rates $379–415/night; waterfront resort

wow_evidence: historic inn operating since 1896 ... social hub of Quadra Island


value: 7777 Mission Road, V1C 7E5

community: St. Eugene Mission

value: St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino is a full-service Indigenous-affiliated resort set within the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa Nation in a secluded valley on the banks of the St. Mary's River, about 10 minutes from downtown Cranbrook. The property features 125 guest rooms and suites with views of Fisher Peak and the Purcell and Rocky Mountains, an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Les Furber, a casino, and on-site dining. Its interpretive centre and Indigenous heritage programming make it a culturally distinctive stop in the East Kootenays.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino

detail: On-site casual and upscale restaurants

detail: FAQ states: 'Our WiFi is free to all hotel guests. Network is SEGRC-Public. No password is required.'

signal: Full-service golf resort with casino, suites, championship course

wow_evidence: Indigenous-affiliated resort...Ktunaxa Nation...interpretive centre and Indigenous heritage programming make it a culturally distinctive stop in the East Kootenays


value: 2126 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (4 spaces) at 35m; stands (4 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 77m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Z&W Shanghai Kitchen is a sit-down Chinese restaurant on West Broadway specializing in Shanghai-style cuisine, including cold appetizers, dim sum, seafood, and braised meat dishes. The restaurant offers online ordering for pick-up with rewards points, accepting credit card, Apple Pay, WeChat Pay, and Alipay. It is a compact, no-frills dining room with indoor seating only — a practical stop for a cyclist looking for a hot meal in the Kitsilano corridor.

value: Z&W Shanghai Kitchen

detail: Website prominently features online ordering for pick-up with a 10% discount on pick-up orders over $60 and a 20–35 minute ready time

detail: Menu includes multiple plant-based dishes: Cucumber With Garlic, Ma Lan Tou Tofu, Mixed Vegetables, Housebean W/Salted Mustard Greens, Crispy Bean Curd Skin, Mu Er (wood ear mushroom), and Tofu and Preserved Eggs. No explicit GF or vegan labelling observed

label: Cheap eats

signal: Appetizers/mains $13.98–$17.98, mostly under $15; casual quick-service Chinese


value: 6386 Number 3 Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 75m; rack at 90m; lockers (secure) at 93m; rack at 98m; rack at 99m.

community: Richmond

value: Uncle Fatih's Pizza


value: #120 - 176 Wilson St, Victoria, BC V9A7N6

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 29m; rack (3 spaces) at 38m; rack (1 space) at 41m; rack (2 spaces) at 41m; rack (3 spaces) at 59m; rack (8 spaces) at 73m; rack (8 spaces) at 85m. Total: 30 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: La Taquisa is Victoria's original Mexican taqueria, operating from this Vic West brick-and-mortar location since 2011. Situated in the Westside Village close to Vic West Park and the Galloping Goose Regional Trail, it is a natural pit stop for cyclists on one of the region's most popular multi-use paths. The restaurant offers both patio dining and takeout with fully customizable taco options.

value: La Taquisa


value: 3511 Moncton St, Richmond, BC V7E 3A3

bike_parking_detail: 13 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 20m; rack (2 spaces) at 31m; rack at 36m; rack at 52m; stands (5 spaces) at 55m; rack at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (2 spaces) at 73m; rack at 75m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (2 spaces) at 85m; stands (7 spaces) at 97m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Steveston Coffee Company has been sourcing, roasting, and serving specialty coffee in the historic Steveston fishing village since 1997, making it one of the longer-running independent cafés on BC's lower mainland. The shop operates as a local roaster, retailer, and wholesaler, with an extensive menu of single-origin and house-blend beans alongside espresso drinks, teas, and largely homemade baked goods and sandwiches. It sits on Moncton Street in the heart of Steveston, a destination commonly reached by cyclists riding Richmond's dyke trail network.

value: Steveston Coffee Co.


value: 20601 Westfield Avenue

blurb: Seasonal outdoor pool in the Hammond neighbourhood.

value: A municipal outdoor swimming pool in the Hammond neighbourhood of Maple Ridge, operated by the city's Parks & Recreation department. Part of Maple Ridge's network of recreation facilities, it offers a seasonal open-air swim experience convenient for cyclists on the Lougheed Highway corridor or exploring the Fraser Valley.

label: Outdoor swim season

months: June July August

value: Hammond Outdoor Pool

detail: Website states 'Please Shower Before Swimming', confirming shower facilities on site

detail: City recreation facilities participate in 'Park Free With Smart-Lock Bike Racks' program

wow_evidence: Seasonal municipal outdoor pool — outdoor pool anchor 2.


value: Tim Hortons


value: 9145 Main Street, Osoyoos, V0H 1V2

community: Osoyoos

value: A Starbucks Coffee location on Main Street in Osoyoos, sitting at the southern tip of the Okanagan wine country and a natural stop on cycling routes along Highway 3. The shop offers the full Starbucks espresso and seasonal beverage menu with outdoor seating, making it a convenient rest point for riders crossing the Similkameen corridor. As a recognized chain, it provides predictable food and drink options in a town that serves as a gateway to several long-distance touring routes.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 6635 North Island Highway

community: Merville

value: FetchPanda


value: Unit 5, 1022 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 26m; wall_loops (3 spaces, covered) at 97m; stands (4 spaces) at 97m. Total: 9 spaces.

value: Chickasta is a Vancouver fusion restaurant built around the pairing of chicken and pasta, with a wide-ranging menu that also includes burgers, wraps, burritos, poutines, and rice bowls drawing on South Asian and international flavours. The Kingsway location is one of two Vancouver outlets and offers online ordering, making it a convenient stop for a hot meal mid-ride. Menu highlights include tandoori chicken rice bowls, chorizo poutine, and housemade mango lassi.

value: Chickasta

detail: Menu includes Tandoori Paneer Salad (vegetarian) and Cauliflower Bites (vegetarian); paneer and plant-based items are explicitly listed

label: Casual

signal: Most mains $10–17, street food positioning, casual quick-service format

wow_evidence: one of two Vancouver outlets


value: 507 Burrard Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (7 spaces) at 64m; stands (3 spaces) at 65m; stands (3 spaces) at 75m; stands (7 spaces) at 77m; stands (3 spaces) at 91m. Total: 25 spaces.

value: JOEY Restaurants is a family-owned Canadian casual dining chain founded in 1992, known for globally and locally inspired cuisine developed by a team of Executive Chefs. The Bentall One location occupies a prominent spot in Vancouver's downtown financial core on Burrard Street, offering both indoor and outdoor seating. The menu spans globally inspired dishes including sushi, steak, and craft cocktails in a modern, casual atmosphere.

value: JOEY Bentall One

signal: chain 'joey'


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (covered) at 30m; rack (covered) at 32m.

community: Burnaby


value: 9545 120 St, Delta, BC V4C 6S3

community: Delta

value: Mirch Masala is a family-style Indian restaurant in Delta, BC, serving authentic tandoori dishes, rich curries, and a broad Indo-Chinese appetizer selection. The restaurant pairs its food menu with a full cocktail bar and a daily happy hour program. Touring cyclists looking for a generous, flavour-forward sit-down meal with strong vegetarian options will find plenty of choice here.

value: Mirch Masala

detail: Extensive vegetarian menu items

signal: Main entrees $15–20 (tandoori chicken $15, prawn curry $20, seekh kebab $20); casual Indian sit-down restaurant emphasizing value.


value: 333 Skeena Drive, Port Edward, V0V 1G0

community: Port Edward

value: An RV park and campground in Port Edward, a small community near Prince Rupert on BC's north coast; website is under construction and details are sparse, so confirm amenities and availability before arriving.

value: Kinnikinnick Campground & RV Park


bike_access: rough

label: berry season

community: Remote & backcountry, Thompson-Nicola Regional District

value: A tiny 2-site rec site on the Coquihalla plateau, popular for berry picking and as the trailhead for the Little Douglas Lake trail; expect 7 km of gravel on Upper Coldwater Road and a snowbound closure well into June.

value: Zum Peak Campground


value: #103 5570 152 Street, Surrey, BC V3S 5J9

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (6 spaces) at 87m; stands (6 spaces) at 97m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Ato Sushi Bar + Kitchen is a Japanese restaurant in Surrey, BC, co-founded by Chef Insung Cheon and Chef Jongyeon You, who together bring over a decade of Japanese cuisine expertise. The kitchen is known for its oshi (pressed) sushi alongside a broad menu of donburi, tempura, teriyaki, and udon dishes, with everything from sushi rice vinegar to sauces made in-house. Cyclists passing through will find a full sit-down restaurant experience with takeout and delivery options as well.

value: Ato Sushi Bar + Kitchen

detail: Multiple vegetarian items confirmed on menu: Veggie Tempura, Veggie Gyoza option, Veggie Udon, Veggie YakiSoba, Tofu Teriyaki, Edamame, Gomae, Agedashi Tofu, Avocado Salad. No explicit vegan or GF labelling observed

signal: Mains $15–25: oshi sushi $16–19, donburi $15.50–25.50, udon $12–18


value: 2036 Sheilds Road

community: Sooke

value: Mom's Cafe is a casual dining restaurant located in Sooke on Shields Road. It provides food service to local customers and travelers passing through the area.

value: Mom's Cafe

signal: cafe, Sooke; ~$14-20pp


value: 160-4328 No. 3 Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 58m; rack at 96m.

value: Sanpoutei Ramen (三寶亭) is a ramen restaurant on Number 3 Road in Richmond, BC, serving lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Richmond's Number 3 Road corridor is a major commercial strip accessible by cycling routes, making it a convenient stop for cyclists exploring the city's renowned food scene.

value: Sanpoutei Ramen


value: 101 11th Avenue East, V8J 4N9

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

community: Prince Rupert

value: Parkside Resort Motel is listed in OSM as a motel on 11th Avenue East in Prince Rupert, BC, a key stop for cyclists touring the North Coast. The property's former website domain has been compromised and no longer serves motel content, making it impossible to confirm current operational details or amenities. Prince Rupert is a common endpoint for cyclists arriving via the BC Ferries route from the south or the Alaska Marine Highway from the north.

value: Parkside Resort Motel

label: Budget

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: motel at 101 11th Avenue East... Prince Rupert, BC


blurb: Rugged CRD wilderness park in the Sooke Hills west of Victoria.

community: Leechtown

value: Sooke Hills Wilderness Regional Park is a large nature reserve managed by the Capital Regional District on southern Vancouver Island near Sooke. It offers a wilderness experience within reach of Greater Victoria, making it a worthwhile detour for touring cyclists exploring the region. The park sits in rugged forested terrain and provides a contrast to the more developed areas along the coast.

theme: nature

value: Sooke Hills Wilderness Regional Park

label: Free

wow_evidence: Large CRD wilderness park near Victoria with rugged forest trails (this was the parse-failure row; the park is real and public).


value: 5496 Black Sage Road, Oliver, BC V0H 1T1

community: Oliver

value: Le Vieux Pin is an estate winery situated on the acclaimed Black Sage Bench in Oliver, BC, crafting French-inspired wines from South Okanagan terroir. Named for a solitary old-growth pine tree standing in their vineyard, the winery offers outdoor sit-down tastings and a picnic area where visitors are welcome to bring their own snacks. Black Sage Road is a popular cycling corridor through the Okanagan wine country, making this a natural destination stop for touring cyclists.

value: Le Vieux Pin

detail: Website states: 'Appointments are NOT needed to purchase to-go wines by the bottle.' Bottles can be purchased from the wine shop without a tasting reservation

wow_evidence: estate winery on the acclaimed Black Sage Bench; outdoor sit-down tastings and a picnic area; Black Sage Road is a popular cycling corridor


value: 19705 Fraser Highway Unit 520, Langley, BC V3A 7E9

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 37m; stands (8 spaces) at 58m; stands (8 spaces) at 61m; stands (8 spaces) at 77m. Total: 32 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Captain's Oven Pizza is a Neapolitan-style pizza restaurant that bakes its hand-tossed pies in a custom 3-ton stone brick oven shipped directly from Regello, Tuscany, cooking each pizza in about two minutes at up to 1,000 degrees. The Langley location on Fraser Highway is one of five BC locations, offering a broad menu of artisan pizzas made with imported Italian ingredients like fior di latte and grana padano. Cyclists passing through Langley will find a full sit-down restaurant experience with online ordering and local delivery also available.

value: Captain's Oven Pizza

detail: FAQs confirm gluten-free pizza crust available (not a GF environment), vegan cheese offered, and pizzas can be customized for vegan/vegetarian diets; salads also customizable

signal: cuisine=pizza

wow_evidence: one of five BC locations... custom 3-ton stone brick oven shipped directly from Regello, Tuscany


value: 389 Water Street, Vancouver, V6B 1B8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 25m; rack (2 spaces) at 29m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Oakberry is a Brazilian-origin açaí bowl chain with a Vancouver outpost on Water Street in Gastown. The format is entirely takeout-focused — no indoor or outdoor seating — making it a quick stop for a customizable, fruit-forward bowl. The brand is operated in Canada by Snowbank Brands and also offers a mobile OAKVAN catering unit for events in Vancouver.

value: Oakberry Açaí bowls

detail: Business model is takeout-only (no seating)

wow_evidence: Brazilian-origin açaí bowl chain... operated in Canada by Snowbank Brands


value: 590 Windslow Road, Comox, BC V9M 3T8

community: Comox

value: Kye Bay Cottages is a historic beachfront cottage resort on the east coast of Vancouver Island that has hosted families since 1923, offering cedar-built 1- and 2-bedroom cottages with direct access to miles of sandy shoreline on the Georgia Strait. The property sits in the Comox Valley, a region known for cycling, including proximity to Cumberland's 80+ km of legendary mountain bike singletrack. Cottages are fully self-catering and the property operates year-round, including winter off-season retreats.

value: Kye Bay Cottages

detail: Winter Experience page notes 'Charming pubs, cafes and restaurants dotted throughout Comox'; Activities page references Downtown Comox's 'wide array of shopping, food + beverage options'

detail: Activities page highlights Sieffert's Farm Market at 720 Knight Rd on the Comox peninsula as a nearby farm market selling vegetables, corn, potatoes, and more

label: Mid-range

signal: Beachfront cottages, family-focused, no rates shown, historic location

wow_evidence: historic beachfront cottage resort… hosted families since 1923; direct access to miles of sandy shoreline on the Georgia Strait


value: 187 Westminster Avenue W, Penticton, BC V2A 1J7

community: Eagle Bluff

value: Neighbourhood Brewing is an independently owned craft brewery and tasting room in downtown Penticton, BC, producing a rotating lineup of core and seasonal beers alongside a kitchen inspired by Mexican cuisine. The brewery features a seasonal outdoor patio with heaters and a fireplace, and is dog-friendly on the patio — a welcome pit stop after a ride through the Okanagan. Their beer is also distributed widely across BC liquor stores and local establishments.

value: Neighbourhood Brewing

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: independently owned craft brewery and tasting room in downtown Penticton... beer is also distributed widely across BC liquor stores


community: Fernwood

value: A sheltered cove campsite on Wallace Island Marine Provincial Park in the Gulf Islands, accessible only by boat or kayak from Chemainus; a stunning island destination that is completely off-limits to touring cyclists without water transport.

value: Conovoer Cove Campsite (BCMT)

wow_evidence: Wallace Island Marine Provincial Park...completely off-limits to touring cyclists without water transport


value: 2900 Harbour Rd, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7X2

blurb: Maritime museum at Port Alberni's Harbour Quay, with the 1964 tsunami story.

community: Port Alberni

value: A waterfront maritime museum at Port Alberni's Harbour Quay, operated by the Port Alberni Maritime Heritage Society since 1989. Exhibits cover West Coast shipwrecks, navigation history, the restored Bamfield Lifeboat, ship models spanning centuries of local maritime activity, and the 1964 tsunami. Situated near restaurants and shops at the quay, it makes a natural stop for cyclists riding through the Alberni Valley.

label: new rotating summer exhibit & events

value: Port Alberni Maritime Discovery Centre

band_key: low

label: Low

signal: small maritime museum; admission/donation under $15

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Waterfront maritime museum at Harbour Quay: shipwrecks, the restored Bamfield lifeboat, and the 1964 tsunami story.


value: 965 W Blue River Frontage Road, Blue River, BC V0E 1J0

community: Blue River

value: Saddle Mountain Lodge is mapped in OSM as a motel in the Blue River area of BC's Cariboo/Central Interior region. The phone number on the OSM record matches the international reservation line for Mike Wiegele Heli-Skiing Resort, a luxury heli-ski village offering package-based stays in log chalets and estate houses with on-site dining. The resort caters primarily to backcountry skiing guests rather than self-supported touring cyclists.

value: Saddle Mountain Lodge


community: Manning Park

value: Nicomen Lake is a hike-in backcountry campsite in E.C. Manning Park's Cascade Mountains, accessible only on foot more than 1 km from any road; a $5-per-person nightly permit is required, no reservations needed, and the high-elevation season is short.

value: Nicomen Lake Campground

wow_evidence: hike-in backcountry campsite… accessible only on foot more than 1 km from any road


value: Yellowhead Hwy, Fraser-Fort George H, BC V0E 2Z0, Canada

community: Cedarside

value: A private campground on the Canoe River in BC's central interior offering dedicated tent sites and a range of larger numbered sites; the website is essentially a booking page with almost no detail about the setting, facilities, or road access.

value: Canoe River Campground

wow_evidence: 7 dedicated tent sites (Tent A–G) and 31 numbered drive-in sites


value: 4280 Hastings Street, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: rack at 27m; rack (3 spaces) at 30m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 45m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 53m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (8 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 87m. Total: 25 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: Chén is a Vietnamese restaurant located on Hastings Street in Burnaby, BC. The name 'Chén' (meaning 'bowl' in Vietnamese) suggests a focus on bowl-based Vietnamese dishes. It sits along a commercial stretch of Hastings that touring cyclists riding through Burnaby would pass.

value: Chén

signal: Vietnamese bowl-focused restaurant; $15-22/person


value: 8369 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6P4Z8

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 8m; stands (2 spaces) at 11m; rack at 21m; rack at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (8 spaces) at 40m; rack (6 spaces) at 56m; rack (6 spaces) at 59m; stands (12 spaces, covered) at 65m; stands (3 spaces) at 85m; stands (3 spaces) at 86m. Total: 44 spaces.

value: Talay Thai Restaurant is a Thai restaurant on Vancouver's Granville Street offering a broad menu of Thai classics including curries, stir-fries, noodle dishes, and specialty seafood preparations. The restaurant has an established local following with 74 customer reviews and a signature menu section featuring house specialties. Online ordering with quick pickup makes it a convenient stop for cyclists passing through the Marpole–Oakridge corridor.

value: Talay Thai Restaurant

detail: Menu legend explicitly lists a 'vegetarian' marker; multiple vegetarian dishes appear including Deep Fried Tofu, Pad Makae Yao (Stir Fried Eggplants), and Pad Pak in Black Bean Sauce. No GF or vegan labelling confirmed

signal: Main entrees $17–$20, casual sit-down Thai restaurant


value: 7198 Barnet Rd. Unit 23, Burnaby, BC V5A 1C9

value: Blossom Teas (櫻茶屋) is a Burnaby bubble tea shop specializing in a wide range of handcrafted drinks including milk teas, cheese foam teas, fruit slushes, and bingsu. The shop also offers snack items like wontons, taiyaki, and waffle desserts, making it a solid stop for a sweet mid-ride treat. Online ordering with curbside pickup is available, so cyclists can have drinks ready on arrival.

value: Blossom Teas

signal: amenity=cafe


community: Port Hardy

value: tb!s - the bargais shop


value: 655 Front Street, New Westminster

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 52m; stands at 64m; rack at 94m; rack at 100m.

community: New Westminster

value: Moodswing Coffee + Bar is a plant-forward café and cocktail dive bar in New Westminster's historic Front Street mews, operating on the unceded territories of the Qayqayt and Musqueam nations, formerly known as Old Crow Coffee Co. It has evolved into a lively community hub with a creative cocktail list, plant-based tacos and snacks, and a packed roster of free events including open mics, vinyl DJ nights, and themed cocktail evenings. The intimate historic-building space is a distinctive stop for a cyclist looking for a full meal, a craft drink, and an authentic neighbourhood vibe.

value: Moodswing

detail: Website states 'All of our food is plant-forward and we make a concerted effort to offer nourishment to all dietary restrictions.' Full menu is plant-based; allergen cross-contamination caveat noted

wow_evidence: plant-forward café and cocktail dive bar in New Westminster's historic Front Street mews... onsite non-gendered washrooms


community: Nanaimo

value: Winners


value: 5655 Hwy 23 North Nakusp, BC V0G1R0

community: Galena

value: A resort campground directly on Hwy 23 North near Nakusp, offering caravan/camping sites with access to mineral-rich lithia hot springs, spa, and poolside café; fees apply and weekend stays have a two-night minimum.

value: Halcyon Hot Springs Resort

wow_evidence: mineral-rich lithia hot springs, spa, and poolside café; accessible to non-overnight guests


community: Remote & backcountry, Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako

value: A small 5-site recreation site on the eastern shore of Lavoie Lake, a popular fishing lake deep in the Cariboo; reaching it demands roughly 75 km of forest service road (Kluskus FSR then Gold Road), making it a deliberate destination rather than a casual overnight.

value: Lavoie Lake Recreation Site

wow_evidence: roughly 75 km of forest service road


value: 3025 Lougheed Highway, Coquitlam, V3B 6S2

community: Coquitlam

value: Pizza Hut

signal: chain 'pizza hut'


value: 300 Westminster Avenue West, Penticton, BC V2A 1K2

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Penticton

value: The Bike Barn is a full-service bicycle shop in Penticton, BC, sitting at the heart of a region the shop itself describes as home to outstanding mountain, gravel, and road riding. They sell new and used bikes, run tiered professional service packages from basic tune-ups to complete frame-level overhauls, and carry e-bikes — making them a well-rounded stop for touring cyclists passing through the Okanagan.

value: The Bike Barn

detail: 'Package bike for travel/shipping' is explicitly listed under Other Services on the service page, charged at the shop's hourly rate

detail: Service page lists 'Install tire and tube ebike — $35' as a dedicated e-bike service item; shop also stocks and sells used e-bikes (Lift+ 2018 pedal-assist cruiser listed on Used Bikes page)

detail: 'Group Rides' is a dedicated navigation item on the website, indicating organized group rides are offered

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: Package bike for travel/shipping is explicitly listed under Other Services


community: Chilliwack

value: Papa John's

signal: chain 'papa john'


value: 2559 Estevan Ave, Victoria, BC V8R 2S8

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack at 13m; rack at 36m; rack at 74m; stands (2 spaces) at 81m. Total: 2 spaces.

community: Oak Bay

value: Willows Galley Fish & Chips has been an Estevan Village institution since 1980, tucked into Oak Bay's neighbourhood shopping strip in Victoria. Current owners Dave and Jennifer Higgins returned in 2011 to resurrect the shop's original sourdough fish batter and house-made menu that generations of locals remember. It operates as a takeout counter with a full seafood and burger menu, and uses compostable packaging throughout.

value: Willows Galley

detail: Website states 'We welcome call in orders any time for pick up' — appears to be a takeout-only operation

detail: Menu lists 'Landlubber' veggie burger ('Our veggie burger comes with mayo and coleslaw served on a fresh kaiser bun')

wow_evidence: Estevan Village institution since 1980... generations of locals remember


value: 5155 Victoria Dr, Vancouver, BC V5P 3V1

community: Vancouver

value: Bun Cha Ca Hoang Yen is a long-established East Vancouver Vietnamese restaurant specializing in bún chả cá (fish cake vermicelli soup), phở, and a broad range of rice and vermicelli noodle dishes. Operating since at least 2012, it earned a 'Best Vietnamese' finalist nod in Vancouver in 2018. The restaurant expanded into a larger 3000 sq ft premises on the same Victoria Drive block, making it a substantial neighbourhood dining destination.

value: Bun Cha Ca Hoang Yen

signal: Main entrees consistently $17.95–$19.95; casual Vietnamese noodle house

wow_evidence: Best Vietnamese finalist nod in Vancouver in 2018


value: 2993 Granville Street, V6H 3J6

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: rack (6 spaces) at 12m; stands (2 spaces) at 17m; rack (4 spaces) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; rack (6 spaces) at 44m; stands (2 spaces) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; rack (5 spaces) at 89m. Total: 33 spaces.

value: Crab Hot Lau

signal: crab/hot pot; ~$25-38pp


value: 228 Yellowhead Hwy, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N1

community: Clearwater

value: Wells Gray is a liquor store in the Cariboo/Central Interior region of BC, likely serving the community near Wells Gray Provincial Park and the Clearwater area. As a retail alcohol outlet in a relatively remote touring region, it represents a potential resupply stop for cyclists passing through the interior. No additional details about the business could be verified due to the website fetch being blocked.

value: Wells Gray Liquor Store


value: 6-20555 56 Avenue, Langley, BC V3A 3Y9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: bollard (2 spaces) at 27m; bollard (2 spaces) at 55m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Brogan's Kalma Family Deli is a family-oriented deli and restaurant located on 56 Avenue in Langley. Situated in a suburban commercial area, it could serve as a convenient refuelling stop for cyclists travelling through the Fraser Valley.

value: Brogan's Kalma Family Deli

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

wow_evidence: family-oriented deli and restaurant


community: Surrey

value: A pizza fast food restaurant in North Vancouver serving takeout. Useful for touring cyclists seeking a quick meal.

value: Pizza Nation

wow_evidence: pizza fast food restaurant


community: Kamloops

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 45641 Lark Rd, Chilliwack, BC V2R3N5

value: Tulip Donair is a Mediterranean and pizza restaurant in Chilliwack specializing in donairs — lamb, beef, chicken, and vegetarian falafel — alongside pizzas, salads, and poutines. The restaurant operates a streamlined online pickup ordering system, making it a practical quick-stop option for cyclists moving through the area. A kids' menu and a range of vegetarian items round out the offering for mixed groups.

value: Tulip Donair

detail: Menu lists Vegetarian Falafel Donair, Vegetarian Falafel Donair Salad, Vegetarian Falafel Donair Platter, Four Seasons Veggie Pizza, and Spinach Feta Pizza; menu legend includes a vegetarian marker. No vegan or GF claims found

signal: Main donairs $9.99, pizzas $14.99, casual counter-service format


value: 849 Verdier Avenue, Victoria, British Columbia, V8M 1C5, Canada

community: Central Saanich

value: Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa is a 33-room adults-only luxury boutique resort perched on the edge of a glacial fjord on the Saanich Inlet, a short ride from downtown Victoria. The property is built around water-based experiences — a full marina with boat tours and a shuttle to The Butchart Gardens — alongside a spa with heated outdoor pools, thermal sauna, and cold plunge. Multiple on-site dining venues serving local Vancouver Island ingredients make it a self-contained recovery destination for touring cyclists exploring the Saanich Peninsula.

value: Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa

detail: The Arbutus Room is explicitly listed as serving breakfast daily; in-room dining is also offered as a curated service

detail: Two on-site venues — The Arbutus Room and The Lodge Kitchen & Bar — both serve dinner; The Lodge is walk-in only

label: Upscale

signal: Luxury boutique resort, spa, thermal sauna, fine dining, adults-only positioning


value: 400 – 13th Ave, Castlegar, BC V1N 1G2

blurb: Island heritage park in the Columbia River, reached by suspension bridge; Zuckerberg's chapel house.

community: Castlegar

value: Zuckerberg Island is an 8-hectare outdoor heritage park on an island in the Columbia River at Castlegar, reached via a 473-foot suspension bridge built by the 44th Field Engineer Squadron in 1984. The park centres on a unique Russian Orthodox-style Chapel House built by Alexander Zuckerberg, an Estonian civil engineer and self-taught sculptor who settled here decades ago. Woodland paths, picnic tables, carved sculptures, and a layered Indigenous and European history make it a compelling stop in the Columbia River Valley.

value: Zuckerberg Island

signal: Heritage park with daylight access; donations mentioned, no admission price listed

wow_evidence: 8-ha island heritage park reached by suspension bridge, with Alexander Zuckerberg's Russian Orthodox-style chapel house — charming, distinctive short stop.


value: 6871 Trans-Canada Highway

community: Salmon Arm

value: Well-maintained private RV park just outside Salmon Arm on the Trans-Canada, set among pines and cedars with mountains and Shuswap Lake nearby; good amenities including free showers and WiFi, though it is primarily RV-focused with only a single grassy tent area at $40/night.

value: ViewPoint RV Park and Cottages

wow_evidence: free solar-heated showers for all guests, coin-operated laundry, free sitewide WiFi


community: Gibsons

value: Good Fridays is a cheerful general store in Gibsons on BC's Sunshine Coast, stocking a curated mix of snacks, home goods, apparel, wellness products, and gifts. The shop also runs a grazing and charcuterie service — graze boxes and platters — ideal for a beach picnic or boat day. It's a compact lifestyle boutique with a local, community feel, useful for a cyclist looking for snacks or a small gift.

value: Good Fridays

wow_evidence: general store in Gibsons... stocking a curated mix of snacks, home goods, apparel, wellness products, and gifts


value: 3338 West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; rack (6 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; rack (7 spaces) at 56m; rack (5 spaces) at 60m; rack (5 spaces) at 65m; rack (5 spaces) at 73m; rack (4 spaces) at 87m. Total: 42 spaces.

value: Angry Otter Liquor


value: Unit 128 4600 No.3 Road, Richmond, BC V6X 2C2

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

community: Richmond

value: Double Double is a Hong Kong-style Chinese restaurant in Richmond specializing in the 'back alley faves' of Hong Kong and Chiu Chow cuisine. The menu draws on traditional street-food staples — hand-pulled oil donuts (油條), hand-made steamed rice rolls, ChiuChow congee, and wok-fried noodles — prepared with what the owners describe as time-honored techniques. It occupies a unit in the 4600 No.3 Road retail complex, a busy commercial corridor in central Richmond.

value: Double Double

detail: Menu explicitly lists 'Crispy Veg Spring Roll 香脆炸素春捲' and multiple soy-sauce-only noodle and noodle-in-soup dishes that contain no stated meat ingredients; no GF or vegan labelling found

signal: Most noodle & dim sum mains $13.95–$18.50; casual dim sum/noodle house

wow_evidence: Hong Kong-style Chinese restaurant... specializing in the 'back alley faves' of Hong Kong and Chiu Chow cuisine


value: Unit C, 800 3 Ave, Hope, BC V0X 1L0

community: Hope

value: Kan-Yon Restaurant is a family-owned Chinese and Canadian eatery that has anchored the Hope community since 1974, making it one of the town's longest-running restaurants. Situated at Building C on 3rd Avenue, it offers dine-in, takeout, and online ordering across a broad menu of classic Chinese dishes and Canadian fare made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Hope sits at a major junction on cycling routes through the Fraser Canyon and Coquihalla corridor, making this a convenient full-meal stop for touring cyclists passing through.

value: Kan-Yon Restaurant

signal: Chinese-Canadian comfort food; ~$15-24pp


value: 4517 West Saanich Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 3G3

community: Saanich

value: Q Pizza is a long-standing local pizza shop on West Saanich Road in Victoria with over two decades of community history. The menu is extensive — spanning gourmet and classic pizzas, pasta, wings, donairs, samosas, and more — with daily house-made dough available in standard, whole-grain, or vegan gluten-free versions. A second Duncan location also operates under the same brand.

value: Q Pizza

detail: Website states every pizza can be made with 'vegan friendly gluten-free dough' or 100% whole-grain crust; toppings include vegetarian-friendly options such as spinach, feta, and jalapeños

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: 519 East Broadway, V5T 1X4

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 11m; stands (3 spaces) at 19m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 75m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 76m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 78m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 83m. Total: 17 spaces.

value: Kim's Mart is a supermarket on East Broadway in Vancouver. As a neighborhood grocery store, it serves local residents and passing cyclists with food and household supplies.

value: Kim's Mart

wow_evidence: neighborhood grocery store


community: Parksville

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


value: 2199 148 Street, Surrey, BC V4A 8L5

blurb: Olympic-size ice rink in South Surrey Athletic Park.

value: South Surrey Arena is a City of Surrey-operated recreation facility and one of only two Olympic-sized ice rinks in the Lower Mainland. It sits within the South Surrey Athletic Park, surrounded by forests and athletic fields, making it a distinctive destination in the South Surrey landscape. Touring cyclists passing through the area may find it a notable stopover or destination for a skate session.

value: South Surrey Arena

wow_evidence: One of two Olympic-size rinks in the Lower Mainland — still a local arena for a touring rider.


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 52m; rack (5 spaces) at 65m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: Langford

value: Winners


value: 125 Hall Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 7B4

community: Nelson

value: Torchlight Brewing Co. is a locally-owned craft brewery and full-service lounge in Nelson, BC, founded in 2014 by two friends inspired by their love of craft beer. What began as a nano-brewery grew into a proper micro-brewery with a lounge that opened in 2017, offering house-made craft beers alongside a food menu. Situated in the heart of Nelson, it draws cyclists and visitors looking to relax over a pint or a meal after exploring the Kootenay region.

value: Torchlight Brewing Co.

signal: Craft brewery + full-service lounge


blurb: Forested creek park in the Cowichan Valley regional network.

community: Arbutus Ridge

value: Manley Creek Park is a nature reserve managed by the Cowichan Valley Regional District on southern Vancouver Island. As a protected natural area, it offers cyclists a quiet stop amid BC coastal forest and riparian habitat. The park is part of CVRD's regional parks network, which preserves ecologically sensitive lands across the valley.

value: Manley Creek Park

wow_evidence: CVRD nature park; quiet forest stop.