value: 2385 Beacon Ave W, Sidney, BC V8L 1X4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 25m; rack (4 spaces) at 70m. Total: 7 spaces.

community: Sidney

value: Alexander's Coffee (also listed as Alexander's Coffee Bar) is a compact café on Beacon Avenue in Sidney's town centre. Customer reviews highlight a surprisingly substantial menu for its size, with specialty drinks like a Mexican Mocha made with almond, chocolate, and cinnamon. Reviewers describe it as a cozy, local atmosphere with generous portions.

value: Alexander's Coffee Bar


category: Food & Drink

community: Chilliwack

source: osm

value: Fatburger

origin: chain

ownership: Global chain

confidence: high

label: Cheap eats

region: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

tier: info


source: enrichment

value: 1575 Alma Street, Vancouver V6R 3P3

blurb: Museum in Vancouver's oldest building, an 1865 sawmill store; Great Fire artifacts.

category: Attractions

community: Vancouver

value: Housed in Vancouver's oldest surviving building — originally the Hastings Sawmill store, barged to its current Point Grey location in 1931 — this volunteer-run museum holds artifacts from the 1886 Great Vancouver Fire, the historic steamship SS Beaver, and a notable collection of First Nations basketry and carvings. It is stewarded by the Native Daughters of B.C., a non-profit society founded in 1919. A touring cyclist following the Point Grey waterfront would find it a compact but richly atmospheric step into the city's logging and maritime past.

dwell: short

energy: neutral

facet_confidence: high

kid_friendly: neutral

planning: check-ahead

season: all

setting: indoor

theme: history

google_place_id: ChIJaZKdbldyhlQRZkfvBTEVjpU

value: Hastings Mill Park Museum

origin: osm

ownership: Nonprofit / community

band_key: free

label: Free

signal: Admission by donation

detail: Website explicitly states 'Sorry, no public restrooms' on multiple pages

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Vancouver's oldest surviving building (1865 Hastings Sawmill store, barged to Point Grey 1931), Great Fire artifacts, First Nations basketry; oldest-building ladder.


value: 1215 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1N4

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 20m; stands (2 spaces) at 23m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 26m; stands (4 spaces, covered) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (4 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 55m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (2 spaces) at 89m; stands (4 spaces) at 92m. Total: 45 spaces.

value: La Belle Patate has been serving authentic Québécois poutine on Vancouver's Davie Street since December 2009, offering over 40 varieties made with hand-cut fries and fresh cheese curds. Beyond poutine, the menu includes Montréal smoked meat sandwiches, authentic steamed hot dogs (steamies), and Canadian beer — a hearty fuel stop for cyclists passing through the West End. The restaurant has indoor seating and is wheelchair accessible.

value: La Belle Patate/Poutine

detail: Vegetarian poutine option available (#15, green peppers/onions/mushrooms) and gravy is explicitly stated as vegetarian-friendly. Website explicitly states: 'we do NOT have any Vegan, Halal or Gluten Free dishes.'

ownership: Buy BC (independent)

tier: welcoming


value: 9779 Willow Street, Unit 8, Chemainus, BC

community: North Cowichan

value: Scoops by the Sea is an outdoor ice cream stand in Chemainus, BC, tucked behind a building across from the local visitor center. The shop handcrafts all its ice cream in-store daily, with an extensive roster of signature flavours, rotating seasonal specials, and a full vegan and dairy-free lineup using water-based sorbets, coconut milk, and cashew milk. Beyond ice cream, they serve gourmet beef hotdogs, milkshakes, frappes, iced coffee, and freshly squeezed lemonade — making it a rewarding treat stop for touring cyclists passing through this historic waterfront town.

value: Scoops by the Sea

detail: Outdoor stand with takeout-only service: ice cream scoops, gourmet hotdogs, milkshakes, frappes, iced coffee, freshly squeezed lemonade, and frozen lemonade blended with sorbet

detail: Dairy-free and vegan options explicitly offered: water-based fruit sorbets (lime, lemon, raspberry, peach, mango) and coconut milk and cashew milk ice creams (e.g. Pomegranate, Berry Good, Cashew Caramel Chip)

region: Vancouver Island

detail: Outdoor kiosk with no on-site washrooms mentioned; located across from the Chemainus visitor center, which commonly provides public washroom access

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: 4122 Village Green, Whistler

category: Accommodation

community: Whistler

value: The Adara Hotel is a modern boutique hotel in the heart of Whistler Village, steps from the base of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. It features a rooftop heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and firepit open year-round, along with an in-house dining partnership with Stonesedge Kitchen. The hotel holds a Green Key Eco-Rating and is dog-friendly, making it a practical and comfortable base for cycling and multi-sport touring.

value: Adara Hotel

detail: Amenities page states 'Complimentary ski, golf, bike, and luggage storage.'

detail: In-house dining via Stonesedge Kitchen (mezzanine level, lunch/dinner/brunch); dining page also lists FireRock Lounge and Black's Pub as nearby evening options

band_key: upscale

confidence: medium

label: Upscale

signal: modern boutique with rooftop pool, village core; $220-300 shoulder

source: judgement

detail: Amenities page states 'Complimentary ski, golf, bike, and luggage storage' — storage is offered as a named amenity, but the format (locked room, garage, staff-controlled area) is not described

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

tier: accredited


bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 7m.

value: Lost Lake Passivhaus — formerly known as Austria House — is a public building located near Lost Lake in Whistler, BC. It is associated with the Canadian Passive House Institute as a demonstration project showcasing passive-house energy construction standards. Whether it currently operates as a cafe with public food and drink service cannot be confirmed from available evidence.

value: Connection Café (Lost Lake Passivhaus)

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee


value: 1240 Alpine Road, Unit 9

blurb: Axe-throwing venue in Sun Peaks' resort village.

community: Sun Peaks

value: Cleavage Axe Co is a recreational ax-throwing venue operating at Sun Peaks Resort in British Columbia's Thompson-Okanagan highlands. Sun Peaks is also home to a well-regarded mountain bike park and extensive trail network, making the resort a hub for cyclists who may seek out other activities during a visit. The venue is listed within the Sun Peaks Resort business directory alongside other resort-based attractions.

energy: active

facet_confidence: med

kid_friendly: yes

theme: recreation

value: Cleavage Axe Co

ownership: Public

band_key: rec

label: Rec / drop-in

region: Thompson Okanagan

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Walk-in axe-throwing venue in the Sun Peaks village; fun rest-day option, no independent story.


value: 1187 Peninsula Road, Ucluelet, V0R 3A0

community: Ucluelet

value: Little Beach Resort is a rustic coastal wellness retreat on the edge of Ucluelet offering kitchen-equipped cottages ranging from studio suites to a two-bedroom oceanview lodge, all steps from a pebble beach with kayak and paddleboard launch access. The property's cedar barrel sauna and outdoor cold plunge distinguish it as a recovery-focused stay, appealing to cyclists arriving from long days on the Wild Pacific Trail or Pacific Rim National Park routes. Guests note it is walking distance to town and close to the lighthouse trailhead.

value: Little Beach Resort

band_key: mid

label: Mid-range

signal: rustic wellness cottages with sauna, Ucluelet; $160-220


value: 2 - 2156 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2C8

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 10m; stands (4 spaces) at 14m; stands (2 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; rack (5 spaces) at 70m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Temaki Sushi is a sushi restaurant on West Broadway in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood, operating since 2003. The restaurant offers three seating styles — standard tables, a sushi bar, and a communal shared table — along with a full takeout and catering menu. They describe their approach as 'sushi reimagined,' with a focus on consistent quality and evolving flavours.

value: Temaki Sushi

band_key: casual

label: Casual

signal: sushi, bar/communal seating; ~$15-25pp

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: operating since 2003


category: Groceries

community: Campbell River

value: Canadian Tire

ownership: Buy Canadian

subcategory: General merchandise


value: 301-20300 Fraser Hwy, Langley BC V3A 4E6

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wave (5 spaces) at 22m. Total: 5 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Egg Bomb is a breakfast and brunch café in Langley serving creative fare including crodises (croissant-donut hybrids), croffles, French toast, sandwiches, and salads alongside an extensive coffee and drink menu. The restaurant offers dine-in seating with advance reservations and phone-based takeout orders. It would serve as a refuelling stop for cyclists riding along the Fraser Highway corridor.

value: Egg Bomb

signal: cuisine=donut


value: 6218 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5J 4W6

community: Burnaby

value: King's Market (康乐超市) is a full-service grocery store at Kingsway and Gilley Ave in Burnaby, operated by Spark International Trading Ltd., a company founded in 2003 that also runs a Non-GMO soy foods factory and a retail outlet in Crystal Mall. The store is best known for its house-made soybean products delivered fresh from the factory daily, alongside a broad range of everyday grocery essentials. A large parking lot sits directly behind the store, and the location is well-served by public transit.

value: King's Market

detail: Hot Tofu Pudding available in-store

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: Tyhee Road, Telkwa, V0J 2X0

bike_access: easy

character: pleasant

energy: restorative

price_band: standard

price_label: Standard

season: summer

washroom_type: flush

category: Camping

community: Telkwa

source: camping

value: A well-equipped 71-site provincial park campground on Tyhee Lake near Telkwa, with showers, potable water, and e-bike charging; closed by gated access outside the summer operating season.

value: Tyhee Lake Provincial Park Campground

ownership: Provincial park

region: Northern British Columbia

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 2202 Voght Street

blurb: Merritt's visitor centre at the historic Baillie House.

community: Merritt

value: The Merritt Visitor Information Centre is housed at the Baillie House Historic Site on Voght Street and is operated by the Baillie House Historical Society. It serves as the primary tourism information hub for the City of Merritt and the broader Nicola Valley, offering directions, local resources, and travel guidance to visitors. Touring cyclists passing through Merritt can stop here for orientation to the area's attractions, parks, and amenities.

days_closed: Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su

dwell: quick

planning: walk-up

theme: civic

value: Merritt Visitor Information

label: N/A — not an admission venue

signal: tourism=information

subcategory: Visitor Centre

wow_evidence: VC at the Baillie House Historic Site; VC anchor band.


value: 1200 12 Street North, Golden, BC

community: Golden

value: The Travelodge Golden Sportsman Lodge is a branded Travelodge by Wyndham property in Golden, BC, a hub town for cyclists tackling the Rocky Mountains or connecting between Banff and the Kootenays. As a mid-scale chain hotel it offers a familiar, reliable overnight stop on one of BC's most demanding touring corridors. The 'Sportsman Lodge' name suggests an outdoor-recreation orientation, though specific cyclist services are not confirmed from available sources.

value: Travelodge Golden Sportsman Lodge

band_key: budget

label: Budget

signal: chain 'travelodge'

region: Kootenay Rockies


value: 305 Pachidah Rd, Port Renfrew, BC V0S 1K0

character: destination

label: salmon run

months: September October November

price_band: premium

price_label: Basic

community: Port Renfrew

value: Pacheedaht First Nation's campground sits between two rivers along a wild, driftwood-strewn mile of west coast shore near Port Renfrew, offering beachfront, riverside, and forested sites with easy road access. Open year-round, but unserviced tent sites run $45–57/night—budget accordingly.

value: Pacheedaht Campground

ownership: Private

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: Pacheedaht First Nation's campground... wild, driftwood-strewn mile of west coast shore... open year-round... proximity to major cycling and hiking corridors


value: 2070 Harvey Avenue, V1Y 8P8

community: Kelowna

value: Wendy's

signal: chain 'wendy'


value: 7510 Magnussen Road, Lone Butte, V0K1X1

label: peak rainbow trout season

months: May June July

community: Lone Butte

value: A full-service fishing resort on Sheridan Lake along BC's famous paved 'Fishing Highway 24,' offering pull-through and back-in RV sites plus cabins, boat rentals, a tackle shop, beach, and swimming; heavily oriented around trophy rainbow trout but open year-round for ice fishing and snowmobiling.

value: Sheridan Lake Resort

region: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast


value: 855 Village Drive, Unit 110, North Vancouver

community: Port Coquitlam

value: Grelhados is a restaurant located in North Vancouver. No additional information is available due to website unavailability.

value: Grelhados

confidence: low

signal: Portuguese grill; ~$15-24pp


value: 177 Davie Street, Vancouver, V6Z 2Y1

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (7 spaces) at 45m; stands (10 spaces) at 66m; stands (7 spaces) at 98m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Urban Fare is a supermarket in Vancouver's Yaletown neighborhood on Davie Street. It serves as a grocery resupply stop for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Urban Fare


value: 2385 Marine Dr., West Vancouver, BC V7V 1K9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 58m.

community: West Vancouver

value: Sorrento's Pizza LTD has been a West Vancouver neighbourhood institution since 1983, serving hand-tossed thin-crust pizza, house-made pasta, and fresh salads. The restaurant offers dine-in, pickup, delivery, and take-and-bake options, making it a practical stop for cyclists looking for a sit-down meal or food to go. The extensive menu draws on authentic Italian recipes with locally sourced touches like a BC Pizza featuring smoked wild salmon.

value: Sorrento's Pizza

detail: Menu includes explicitly vegetarian items: European Veggie pizza (onions, mushrooms, red peppers, green olives, pineapple, broccoli, tomatoes), Spaghetti Primavera, Fettuccine Alfredo, Fettuccine Al Pesto, and multiple salads. No vegan or GF labelling confirmed

signal: cuisine=pizza


value: Metropolis at Metrotown, 4700 Kingsway Unit 1200e, Burnaby, BC V5H 4M1, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces) at 26m; rack (10 spaces) at 58m; rack (6 spaces) at 88m. Total: 24 spaces.

value: Burger King

signal: chain 'burger king'


value: 1350 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC V7T 0B5

value: ABURI Market is an elevated Japanese grocery concept by the award-winning restaurant group behind Miku and Minami, offering premium imported Japanese products in a grocerant format at its Ambleside location in West Vancouver. Cyclists stopping in will find finish-at-home meal kits, ready-to-eat bento and bowls, exclusive A5 Iwate Wagyu cuts, fresh sashimi-grade fish via Hyoketsu flash-freeze technology, imported snacks, and Japanese lifestyle goods. The store is situated within the Grosvenor Ambleside development, a 2021 ULI Americas Award of Excellence winner.

value: ABURI Market

subcategory: Convenience Store

wow_evidence: award-winning restaurant group behind Miku and Minami ... ready-to-eat bento and bowls


value: 825 Deloume Road

community: Mill Bay

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 3211 Grant McConachie Wy, Richmond, BC V7B 1W8, Canada

community: Richmond

value: Pacific Farms Market is a takeaway-only food stand in Richmond (Steveston area) serving pizza and regional cuisine in a cafeteria-style format. With no indoor or outdoor seating on site, it is a grab-and-go stop suited to cyclists passing through the area. The OSM record was last verified in June 2023.

value: Pacific Farms Market

detail: No indoor or outdoor seating available


value: 115-4112 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, BC

value: SunTea Canada is a BC-founded bubble tea chain (est. 2019) serving fresh-brewed fruit teas and milk teas, now operating 13 stores across British Columbia and Alberta. This Lougheed Highway location sits in a Burnaby shopping complex and offers online pickup ordering and a loyalty rewards app. For a touring cyclist, it is a convenient stop for a cold or hot tea drink on routes through the Burnaby–Coquitlam corridor.

value: Sun Tea

wow_evidence: BC-founded bubble tea chain (est. 2019) now operating 13 stores across British Columbia and Alberta


value: 1954 Venture Place, Pemberton, V0N 2L0

community: Pemberton

value: Pemberton Distillery is a craft spirits producer operating a public tasting room and retail shop in the Pemberton Valley. The business is established with Wikipedia documentation and complete contact information available. It provides a locally-owned stop for travelers in the Pemberton area.

value: Pemberton Distillery

signal: Craft distillery tasting room + retail

subcategory: Winery / Cidery

wow_evidence: Wikipedia documentation ... craft spirits producer ... Pemberton Valley


value: 6386 Number 3 Road, Richmond, BC

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 17m; rack at 18m; rack at 44m; rack at 55m; lockers (secure) at 85m.

value: Yummy Slice Pizza is a Canadian-owned pizza-by-the-slice chain with numerous locations across the Lower Mainland, specializing in takeout and delivery. The Richmond Number 3 Road location sits in a busy commercial corridor and offers an unusually broad menu that spans classic North American pies through South Asian-inspired options like Tandoori Paneer and Yummy Potato. A catering program serving schools and corporate clients signals an established, high-volume operation well-suited to feeding hungry groups.

value: Yummy Slice Pizza

detail: Menu lists a dedicated vegetarian section with multiple options including Veggie, Veggie Lovers, Greek, Garden Pesto, Yummy Veggie, Yummy Potato, Yummy Paneer, Tandoori Paneer, and Creamy Corn. No explicit vegan or gluten-free claims found

ownership: Buy BC (chain)


value: 1719 Robson Street, Vancouver BC V6G 1C9

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 15m; stands (4 spaces) at 22m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (2 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 19 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Dinesty Dumpling House on Robson Street is a Vancouver chain restaurant specializing in handcrafted Xiaolongbao (soup dumplings), opened in winter 2013 on one of the city's busiest dining strips. The restaurant is known for its open-kitchen window and a street-facing live dumpling-making display visible from Robson Street. It is part of a multi-location Lower Mainland chain that has won the HSBC Chinese Restaurant Diners' Choice Award for best Xiao Long Bao.

value: Dinesty Dumpling House

signal: Dumpling house; Super Wednesday combo $15.95 for two items; sit-down format


value: #100 - 3791 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC V7E 3B6

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 45m; rack (5 spaces) at 60m; rack at 98m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Timmy Kitchen (添味馆) is a Chinese restaurant in the Steveston village area of Richmond, a popular cycling destination at the southern tip of Lulu Island. The restaurant offers dine-in service with outdoor seating and is wheelchair accessible. Its Steveston location puts it within easy reach of the waterfront dyke cycling routes that attract touring and recreational cyclists.

value: Timmy Kitchen

signal: Chinese, Steveston, outdoor seating; ~$15-24pp


value: 2704A BC-6, Vernon, BC V1T 5G4

blurb: Vernon's community arts centre with studios and a rotating gallery.

community: Vernon

value: The Vernon Community Arts Centre is a multi-discipline arts hub offering classes, workshops, and specialty studios in clay, glass, printmaking, fibre arts, and more for all ages. It is home to the Arts Council of the North Okanagan, a registered charity supporting arts education and community development across the region. Cyclists visiting Vernon can browse the Centre Gallery — which rotates monthly member exhibitions — and the on-site Art Shop carrying local art and supplies.

theme: art-culture

value: Vernon Community Arts Centre

signal: community arts centre gallery, free entry (classes priced)

wow_evidence: Multi-discipline arts hub with rotating gallery; home of the regional arts council.


community: Delta


value: 30419 Blueridge Drive, Abbotsford, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 68m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Pizza24 is a Fraser Valley pizza chain operating since 2010, and this Abbotsford location sits inside a Co-op Gas Station on Blueridge Drive. The menu spans dozens of specialty and vegetarian pizzas, pasta, wings, and salads available for delivery or pick-up. A drive-through window is available for late-night orders, making it a practical stop for cyclists on an evening route.

detail: Website has a dedicated 'Vegetarian Pizzas' section with at least 10 distinct vegetarian options (e.g. Vegetarian Special, Mediterranean Special, Paneer Special, Veggie Supreme). No vegan or GF options mentioned


value: 9626 Cameron Street, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands at 36m.

value: Pelicana Chicken

signal: cuisine=chicken


value: 11320 Stevenston Hwy, Unit 130, Richmond, BC VA7 5J5

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 64m; rack at 71m; rack (covered) at 80m; rack (covered) at 89m; rack (covered) at 92m.

value: Nobi Nobi Obanzai is a Japanese comfort food restaurant in Richmond inspired by the Obanzai cooking tradition of Kyoto, which centres on small seasonal dishes. The kitchen adapts this tradition using locally sourced ingredients, bridging authentic Japanese culinary roots with a contemporary Vancouver-area setting. Online ordering is available, making it a practical stop for a quick meal.

value: Nobi Nobi Obanzai

signal: Kyoto obanzai small seasonal dishes; ~$18-28pp


value: Smithers

community: Smithers

value: McDonald's

signal: chain 'mcdonald'


value: 11590 Cambie Road, Richmond, V6X 3Z5

blurb: Cambie Road library branch in a commercial plaza.

value: The Richmond Public Library Cambie Branch is one of four branches in the Richmond Public Library system, located within a commercial plaza at 11590 Cambie Road. The library offers free public Wi-Fi, computer access, and a multilingual collection reflecting Richmond's diverse community. As a fully publicly accessible facility with no admission requirements, it is a potential connectivity and rest stop for touring cyclists moving through the area.

value: Richmond Public Library, Cambie Branch

signal: amenity=library

subcategory: Library

wow_evidence: Library ladder 1/1.


value: 2013 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4B1

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 50m; stands (2 spaces) at 58m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 63m; rack (5 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Best Falafel is a Syrian-Lebanese restaurant on Commercial Drive, a popular Vancouver cycling corridor, founded by Damascus-born owner Hisham Wattar who has run the location since 2000. The menu spans falafel, shawarma, donair wraps, plates, and salads with vegetarian and gluten-free choices, and the restaurant has grown to three Metro Vancouver locations. It has served over a million customers and is considered a local fixture on the Drive.

value: Best Falafel

detail: Menu lists a dedicated Vegetarian Plate, Falafel Wrap and Plate, and Gluten Free Tabbouleh Salad as named menu items

signal: cuisine=kebab

wow_evidence: local fixture on the Drive... grown to three Metro Vancouver locations... founded by Damascus-born owner Hisham Wattar who has run the location since 2000


value: 6196 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC V5W 3A1

bike_parking_detail: 7 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 15m; stands (3 spaces) at 27m; stands (2 spaces) at 54m; stands (2 spaces) at 86m; stands at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m; stands (2 spaces) at 98m. Total: 14 spaces.

value: Sal y Limón is a Vancouver-born Mexican restaurant founded by four food enthusiasts drawing on family recipes from Manzanillo, Mexico, serving tacos, tortas, burritos, and other street food favourites. The Fraser Street location is one of three across Metro Vancouver and positions itself as a welcoming, family-friendly spot with a vibrant atmosphere. Catering, gift cards, and both pick-up and delivery ordering are available.

value: Sal Y Limón Mexican Cuisine

signal: Mexico's street food culture; tacos, tortas, burritos


value: 2905 Hebb Avenue, Vancouver, V5M 0C4

bike_parking_detail: 10 racks within 100m: wall_loops (4 spaces) at 17m; stands (4 spaces) at 51m; stands (4 spaces) at 56m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 79m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 81m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 83m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 86m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 88m; rack (3 spaces) at 93m; rack (3 spaces) at 95m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 519 Railway Avenue, Salmo, V0G 1Z0

community: Salmo

value: This Esso fuel station in Salmo operates locally as 'The Salmo Pump' and is situated at 519 Railway Avenue in the small BC interior town. It offers gasoline and diesel alongside a convenience store, making it a practical resupply point for cyclists on routes through the Salmo valley. An on-site air tower provides tire inflation, a handy bonus for touring riders.

value: Esso

detail: Website lists 'Air Tower / Air' under Station Top Features


value: 7519 Prairie Valley Road

community: Summerland

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'


community: Big White

value: The Wine Cellar is a liquor and wine retail shop located within the village at Big White Ski Resort, one of Canada's largest ski resorts situated above Kelowna in the Okanagan. It forms part of a combined market and liquor operation serving resort guests and visitors year-round when the resort is open. Cyclists passing through or staying at Big White can stock up on wine and spirits here during the summer operating season.

value: The Wine Cellar

signal: retail wine/liquor shop (resort), not dining


value: 4992 Hwy 93, Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia, V0A 1M0

community: Radium Hot Springs

value: The Gateway is a small, family-run motel in Radium Hot Springs, situated just minutes from the entrance to Kootenay National Park and the world-famous Radium Hot Springs mineral pools. Guests enjoy panoramic views of the Columbia Valley from sunny balconies, and the landscaped grounds include BBQ areas, fire pits, and a rustic barrel outdoor sauna. The surrounding area offers mountain biking, hiking, white-water rafting, and year-round wildlife watching — including a resident herd of over 200 bighorn sheep that roam the village.

value: The Gateway

detail: Complimentary continental breakfast included with stay, served at the affiliated Screamers Ice Cream Cafe at 7518 Main Street East. Guests also receive 10% off all other purchases at that cafe

detail: Policies page states: 'If you arrive earlier then we will be pleased to store your luggage until your room is ready.'

detail: Website states 'restaurants... are only minutes away' from the property in Radium Hot Springs village

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: rustic barrel outdoor sauna


value: 3208 Brana Rd, Moyie, BC V1C 6X5, Canada

community: Swansea

value: A 111-site BC Parks campground on the shores of Moyie Lake, 20 km south of Cranbrook on paved Highway 3/95, with 1,300 m of developed sandy beach, hot showers, and an adventure playground; heavily popular in summer and reservable.

value: Moyie Lake Campground

wow_evidence: 111-site BC Parks campground, hot showers are on site, 1,300 m of developed sandy beach


value: 2010 Valhalla Road, Quesnel, BC

community: Quesnel

value: Super 8 by Wyndham is a budget hotel chain property situated on Valhalla Road in Quesnel, a service hub in BC's Cariboo region. It offers a predictable roadside overnight stop for touring cyclists moving through central BC, with direct booking available through the Wyndham Rewards loyalty program. As a franchise property, amenities may vary from brand standards and are not detailed on the corporate website for this location.

value: Super 8 by Wyndham Quesnel BC

signal: Genuine Super 8, ~$100-130


value: 1200 Glen Pine Court, Coquitlam, V3B 2P7

blurb: Adult community centre with fitness, library, and café.

community: Coquitlam

value: Glen Pine Pavilion is a City of Coquitlam community centre open to adults 19 and over, with programming particularly oriented toward the 50+ demographic through the Glen Pine 50 Plus Society. It houses the Alpine Fitness Centre, a lending library, lounge, computer lab, and the Lemon Tree Café, all within a facility that also includes an outdoor plaza with picnic seating called Spirit Square. A touring cyclist would find it a potential rest stop with café access in the Port Coquitlam/Coquitlam area.

kid_friendly: no

setting: mixed

value: Glen Pine Pavilion

detail: Website lists 'Food services (Lemon Tree Café)' as an on-site amenity

wow_evidence: Adults-19+/50+-oriented centre — age-restricted access pattern.


value: B4 - 465 Merecroft Road, Campbell River, BC V9W 6K6

community: Campbell River

value: BaBa Gannouj is a small restaurant in the Campbell River area of Vancouver Island. Despite the Middle Eastern name, OSM lists it as serving Indian cuisine, suggesting a diverse menu. It occupies a unit in what appears to be a strip mall or commercial building.

value: BaBa Gannouj

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


value: 141 West 16th Street, North Vancouver

community: North Vancouver

value: Rex Bakery is a bakery located in North Vancouver's central area, operating under the Facebook identity 'rexcakes'. It sits along West 16th Street, a corridor accessible to cyclists exploring the North Shore. Touring cyclists would likely find baked goods and potentially light provisions here.

value: Rex Bakery


value: 1660 Pemberton Avenue, District of North Vancouver

value: C-Lovers Fish & Chips

signal: C-Lovers fish & chips; ~$16-22pp


value: 20177 88 Avenue, Langley

community: Langley

value: Dairy Queen


value: 1830 Ontario Street, Vancouver, V5T 2W6

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: wall_loops (5 spaces) at 10m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 36m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; bollard (2 spaces) at 45m; rack (10 spaces) at 81m; rack (10 spaces) at 93m. Total: 35 spaces.

value: Faculty Brewing Co. is a 7-barrel craft microbrewery and 30-seat tasting room in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood, occupying the former space of the Pedal Bike Depot bicycle shop on the Ontario Street cycling corridor. The brewery operates as an 'open-source' brewery, publishing all recipes publicly and numbering beers by flavour complexity using a university course system. Cyclists can enjoy rotating taps of house-brewed beer and Oddity Kombucha alongside snacks, or fill a growler to take on the road.

value: Faculty Brewing

detail: Menu lists multiple items tagged vegan and/or gluten-free: Pickle (vegan, GF), Chips + Salsa (vegan, GF), Tater Tots (vegan, GF). Non-alcoholic Oddity Kombucha also available on tap

signal: amenity=pub

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 3080 W. Island Highway, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2C5

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Casa Grande Inn is a three-storey oceanside inn in Qualicum Beach, situated on the Oceanside Highway midway between Victoria and Tofino on Vancouver Island. The inn offers 17 rooms and suites all facing the ocean, some with jacuzzi tubs, private decks, and kitchenettes. It is a short ride from downtown Qualicum Beach and 12km north of Parksville, making it a convenient overnight stop for cyclists touring the Vancouver Island corridor.

value: Casa Grande Inn


value: 1719 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 12 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 12m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 26m; stands (2 spaces) at 46m; stands (2 spaces) at 49m; stands (6 spaces) at 54m; stands (10 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 78m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 81m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 87m; stands (5 spaces) at 95m; stands (6 spaces) at 96m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m. Total: 47 spaces.

value: Davie Market is a small convenience store on Davie Street in Vancouver's West End, close to English Bay. The area is a popular destination for cyclists accessing the seawall and Stanley Park routes. No current web presence could be confirmed to provide further detail about the store's current offerings.

value: Davie Street Market


value: 12808 Madeira Park Road, Madeira Park, V0N 2H0

community: Madeira Park

value: Mama's Japanese Kitchen is a small, no-reservations Japanese restaurant situated at the Harbour Spirit Centre on the corner of Madeira Park Road and Highway 101 in Madeira Park. The kitchen uses no MSG or peanuts and offers both dine-in and takeout, including a signature Big Tray sushi platter available with advance ordering. It is a locally-run spot serving authentic Japanese cuisine in a small Sunshine Coast community, making it a notable meal stop for cyclists travelling the Highway 101 corridor.

value: Mama's Japanese Kitchen

signal: small Japanese kitchen, sushi (big tray $53 shared); ~$18-28pp


community: Langford

value: OPA! of Greece


value: 3500 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver, V6N 3E6

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 7m; stands (2 spaces) at 18m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; rack (5 spaces) at 40m; rack (5 spaces) at 97m. Total: 23 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Crêpe & Café is a French cuisine spot on West 41st Avenue in Vancouver's Kerrisdale neighbourhood, offering both dine-in and takeaway. Its accessible entrance (wheelchair=yes per OSM) and takeout option make it a plausible quick stop for a cyclist passing through the area. No outdoor seating is noted, so riders would be eating indoors or taking food to go.

value: Crêpe & Café

wow_evidence: French cuisine restaurant with takeaway=yes


value: 1600 15th Avenue

community: Prince George

value: Red Robin

signal: chain 'red robin'


value: 8260 Granville Avenue, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 18m.

community: Richmond

value: Wing Kee Restaurant is a restaurant located in Richmond, BC on Granville Avenue. No further details about cuisine style, dining format, or cyclist-relevant features could be confirmed from available sources.

value: Wing Kee Restaurant

signal: restaurant, Richmond; no signal


value: 1735 Marine Drive, V7V 1J5

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands at 44m; stands at 62m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 82m; stands (6 spaces) at 97m. Total: 10 spaces.

community: West Vancouver

value: Gandoum Bakery is a takeaway-only bakery on Marine Drive in North Vancouver, serving the West Vancouver waterfront corridor. Operating under the Gandoum Bakery Catering LTD brand, it is a neighbourhood stop for baked goods with no indoor or outdoor seating. For touring cyclists on the Marine Drive route, it offers a quick food pickup option near the shore.

value: Gandoum Bakery

signal: shop=bakery

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts

wow_evidence: takeaway-only bakery on Marine Drive in North Vancouver … near the shore


value: 1860 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2J9

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 13m; stands (3 spaces) at 46m; stands (3 spaces) at 82m; stands (3 spaces) at 90m. Total: 12 spaces.

value: Kourosh Foods Market is a Persian-focused supermarket in North Vancouver stocking fresh produce, meats, dairy, and a wide range of Middle Eastern and Iranian specialty products including traditional flat breads, Persian cookies, rose water, and pomegranate paste. The store also operates an online shop with delivery. Touring cyclists passing through North Vancouver would find it a useful resupply point for fresh fruit, snacks, and pantry staples.

value: Super Kourosh


value: 16433 Hwy 20, Tatla Lake, BC V0L 1V0

community: Tatla Lake

value: West Chilcotin Trading LTD is a convenience store situated on Highway 20, the remote Chilcotin Highway that cuts through one of BC's most isolated and scenically dramatic cycling regions. For touring cyclists travelling this long, sparsely serviced corridor, a resupply stop of any kind is a significant landmark. The store's exact offerings are unconfirmed due to inaccessible online information, making on-the-ground verification especially worthwhile.

value: West Chilcotin Trading LTD

wow_evidence: convenience store...exact offerings are unconfirmed due to inaccessible online information


value: 9570 120 Street, Surrey, BC

community: Surrey

value: Spice Club is a modern fine-dining Indian restaurant in Surrey offering authentic Indian cuisine with a contemporary twist, including handcrafted cocktails infused with Indian spices and fusion dishes like butter chicken poutine and Indian-style nachos. The restaurant features elegant decor, soft lighting, and a bar area, positioning itself as an upscale sit-down experience. Touring cyclists passing through Surrey on the Scott Road corridor would find a full-service meal stop with online reservation and ordering options.

value: Spice Club

signal: modern Indian, cocktails, fusion; ~$18-28pp


value: 2188 Number 5 Road, Richmond

value: Momo Chen Cakes is a custom cake design studio specializing in elaborate wedding cakes, celebration cakes, and sweet treats such as cupcakes, cookies, cake pops, and macarons. The studio operates primarily on a consultation-and-order model, with an online shop offering a wide range of pre-designed cake options. It delivers to the Greater Vancouver area, making it a potential stop for cyclists seeking a sweet treat or special-order cake in the Richmond area.

value: Momo Chen Cakes


value: 4420 Lougheed Highway

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 75m; rack (10 spaces) at 87m. Total: 24 spaces.

community: Burnaby

value: The Juice Truck began as a cold-pressed juice food truck on a Vancouver street corner and has grown into a plant-based wellness brand with brick-and-mortar juice bars and an online marketplace. The 4420 Lougheed Highway location offers made-to-order cold-pressed juices, wellness shots, cleanses, and a range of plant-based grocery and supplement products. Everything on the menu is vegetarian and vegan, with organic produce sourced where available.

value: The Juice Truck

detail: Website explicitly describes a fully plant-based menu with organic produce

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain

wow_evidence: began as a cold-pressed juice food truck...grown into a plant-based wellness brand with brick-and-mortar juice bars


value: 5300 Number 3 Road, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 59m.

value: The Dolar Shop

signal: Dolar Shop individual hot pot; ~$30-40pp


value: 5209 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta, BC V4K 1W4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 11m.

community: Delta

value: The Chopped Leaf Ladner is a fast-casual franchise serving made-to-order salads, bowls, wraps, soups, and sandwiches using hand-chopped fresh ingredients and exclusive signature dressings. It caters to a wide range of dietary needs including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free, making it a flexible refuelling stop for cyclists with varied diets. Online ordering and catering pickup are available.

value: The Chopped Leaf

detail: Website explicitly lists 'vegan vegetarian gluten friendly dairy-free nut-free' as store features

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

wow_evidence: fast-casual franchise


value: 1601 Peninsula Road, Ucluelet, British Columbia

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 70m.

community: Ucluelet

value: Ucluelet Brewing Company is a craft brewery and tasting room housed inside the beautifully restored historic St. Aidan's on the Hill church on Peninsula Road in Ucluelet. The brewery produces a full lineup of house-crafted beers — from easy-drinking lagers and kölsch to hazy IPAs and an oatmeal coffee stout — served alongside a food menu in a cozy, community-oriented atmosphere. It is a genuine gathering place for locals and a natural stop for cyclists exploring Vancouver Island's wild west coast.

value: Ucluelet Brewing Company

signal: brewery tasting room, hearty pub food; ~$16-26pp


value: 141b Aspen Drive, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0

blurb: Coal-mining museum for the Michel-Natal-Sparwood story, with a downtown mural walk.

community: Sparwood

value: The Sparwood Museum, operated by the Michel-Natal-Sparwood Heritage Society, preserves over 115 years of coal mining and community history through artifacts and images spanning the communities of Corbin, Michel, Middletown, Natal, and Sparwood. Beyond the galleries, cyclists can follow a free self-guided mural and artifacts tour through downtown Sparwood, visit the iconic Titan Truck — one of the world's largest mining dump trucks — or book a mine tour at the nearby Sparwood Visitor Centre. It is a rich cultural anchor for anyone riding through the Elk Valley.

value: Sparwood Museum

signal: heritage society museum + free self-guided walk, donation entry

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: 115 years of Elk Valley coal history plus a free self-guided downtown mural tour; filed as Visitor Centre but is a museum.


value: 1133 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 3T3

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 62m. Total: 2 spaces.

value: The Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront is an 18-storey Coal Harbour waterfront hotel steps from the Stanley Park seawall and Vancouver Convention Centre, offering harbour and North Shore mountain views. Operating under the Pinnacle family since 2015, it provides an on-site bistro and bar (p2b), indoor pool, and fitness centre alongside renovated rooms. Notably for cyclists, the hotel lists electric-assist bikes as a guest amenity, making it a convenient base for exploring Vancouver's extensive seawall and cycling network.

value: Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

detail: On-site p2b Bistro + Bar listed as a signature hotel amenity; reviews also note 'many choices of restaurants and stores nearby' in downtown Vancouver

signal: 18-storey Coal Harbour waterfront hotel; $250-350

wow_evidence: lists electric-assist bikes as a guest amenity...steps from the Stanley Park seawall


value: 728 Humboldt Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 88m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: A 19-story Marriott hotel in Victoria's Inner Harbour, offering centrally located accommodation in downtown Victoria. The property is part of a major international chain and serves as a base for touring travelers. The Inner Harbour location places guests near attractions and dining options.

value: Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour

signal: chain 'marriott'


value: 3274 Third Street, Cumberland, V0R 1S0

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: rack at 49m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 66m; stands (2 spaces) at 70m; stands (2 spaces) at 78m; stands (1 space, covered) at 93m. Total: 11 spaces.

bike_repair_offered: yes

category: Bike Services

community: Cumberland

value: The Gravity MTB Garage is a mountain bike coaching and service hub in downtown Cumberland, housed in a converted auto shop and described on its website as the only full-suspension service centre on Vancouver Island. Founded by Chad and CJ Hendren — Chad serves as Canada's National Downhill Team Coach — it combines a full retail store, a dedicated suspension workshop with specialized tools, a strength training gym, and the island's exclusive Forbidden Bike Co. demo and sales centre. Touring cyclists will find a rider-first atmosphere complete with a bike wash, lounge area, and deep local trail knowledge at the heart of one of BC's premier mountain biking destinations.

value: The Gravity MTB Garage

detail: The /forbidden-bikes page title explicitly reads 'Demo Bikes | Rental Bikes | Purchase Today'; Forbidden Druid and Dreadnought models available for 6-hour rides from the Garage

detail: Website prominently offers MTB coaching clinics, camps, and private sessions for all skill levels from first-timers to competitive racers, run by certified coaches including Canada's National Downhill Team Coach

subcategory: Repair Shop

wow_evidence: only full-suspension service centre on Vancouver Island... Canada's National Downhill Team Coach


value: 1408 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, V5L 3X9

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m. Total: 4 spaces.

value: Harbour Oyster + Bar is a seafood-focused restaurant and bar situated on Commercial Drive, one of Vancouver's most culturally vibrant and cycle-friendly urban corridors. The venue centres on oysters and a bar program, offering a casual sit-down experience steps from the Drive's busy cycling lane. Its location makes it a convenient mid-ride stop for cyclists exploring east Vancouver.

value: Harbour Oyster + Bar

signal: Oyster + Bar positioning; raw bar/oysters is concrete high-end marker


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 10m; stands (3 spaces) at 53m; rack at 91m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'


value: 2652 Shaughnessy St, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 3G8

community: Maple Ridge

value: Jimmy's Lunch Box is a brunch cafe in Port Coquitlam offering online ordering and breakfast and brunch service. It provides a convenient stop for touring cyclists seeking a substantial meal without a long wait.

value: Jimmy's Lunch Box

wow_evidence: brunch cafe in Port Coquitlam … address mismatch between OSM and website


value: 658 Harper Road, Quadra Island, BC V0P 1N0

community: Quathiaski Cove

value: Tru Value Foods Quathiaski Cove is a community-oriented grocery store located just seconds from the Quadra Island/Campbell River ferry terminal, making it a natural first or last stop for cyclists arriving on or departing from the island. The store has an old-school market feel that its manager describes as complementing the character of the surrounding area. It is part of a small, independently minded BC island chain with locations on Pender, Mayne, and Quadra Island.

value: Tru Value Foods

wow_evidence: just seconds from the Quadra Island/Campbell River ferry terminal... small, independently minded BC island chain with locations on Pender, Mayne, and Quadra Island


value: 6564 Hastings Street

value: A Safeway supermarket in North Vancouver offering everyday groceries and supplies. As a major national chain, it provides reliable access to food and basics for touring cyclists passing through the area.

value: Safeway


value: 162 West Hastings Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 19 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 23m; stands (4 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 25m; stands (2 spaces) at 28m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (4 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 59m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (6 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 71m; stands (2 spaces) at 72m; stands (11 spaces) at 79m; stands (2 spaces) at 84m; stands (8 spaces) at 87m; stands (2 spaces) at 93m. Total: 62 spaces.

value: Krave Smoke is a vape and convenience store located on West Hastings Street in downtown Vancouver. As a convenience shop it likely stocks basic packaged goods, snacks, and beverages useful for a cyclist passing through. The store sits in a dense urban corridor with good street access.

value: Krave Smoke - Vape & Convenience

wow_evidence: vape and convenience store


value: 2763 Beverly Street, Duncan, BC

community: North Cowichan

value: Voyage Liquor is a locally owned chain that has been serving Vancouver Island and Salt Spring Island since 2006, with the Duncan location being one of five stores. It stocks a curated mix of local, national, and global wines, spirits, and beers, with staff described as friendly and knowledgeable. Same-day delivery and a loyalty rewards program are also available, which could be handy for cyclists planning a rest-day resupply.

value: Beverly Corners Liquor Store

subcategory: Liquor Store

wow_evidence: locally owned chain … serving Vancouver Island and Salt Spring Island since 2006, with the Duncan location being one of five stores


value: 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 5 racks within 100m: stands at 90m; stands at 92m; stands at 96m; stands at 98m; stands at 100m.

value: Panago

signal: chain 'panago'


value: 3835 7th Avenue, Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada V9Y 4P1

community: Port Alberni

value: Berkie's is a licensed bed and breakfast in Port Alberni hosted by Bob and Yvonne Rogers, who emphasize home cooking and personalized hospitality in a residential setting. Port Alberni sits at the mid-island crossroads for cyclists heading to Tofino and Ucluelet (1.5 hours away) and serves as a base for exploring the salmon-rich Alberni Valley, Stamp Falls, Della Falls, and the Frances Barkley cruise through Barkley Sound. The property is within walking distance of Save-On Foods, a liquor store, a pharmacy, and other everyday conveniences.

value: Berkie's Bed and Breakfast

detail: Front page lists Save-On Foods within driving or walking distance; 'What We Offer' page also cites 'Grocery Stores' among nearby amenities

label: Rock-bottom

signal: name~'bed and breakfast'

subcategory: B&B / Inn


value: 808 Yates Street, V8W 3S2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (23 spaces, covered) at 12m; stands (4 spaces) at 71m. Total: 27 spaces.

value: Habit Coffee is a community-centred coffee shop in Victoria with two locations, distinguished by over a decade of certified carbon-neutral operations and a commitment to local sourcing. All coffee and supplies are transported between shops by Dutch cargo bike, reflecting a genuine cycling-aligned ethos rare in the cafe world. Beans are ethically sourced and roasted exclusively by local partner BowsxArrows, and the shop works with a wide network of Victoria food and beverage producers.

value: Habit Coffee

signal: amenity=cafe

subcategory: Café / Coffee

wow_evidence: over a decade of certified carbon-neutral operations … all coffee and supplies are transported between shops by Dutch cargo bike


value: 5489 Byrne Road, Unit 101, Vancouver

value: A cafe and catering business located on Byrne Road in Vancouver, serving the local community with both dining and catering services.

value: Nizzy's Cafe & Catering


value: 20526 Fraser Highway, Langley, BC V3A 4G2

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (4 spaces) at 35m; bollard (2 spaces) at 91m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Langley

value: Steven's Cocktail Bar and Kitchen is a lively Langley bar and kitchen with an inventive cocktail program spanning craft originals, frozen drinks, and large-format pitchers. The kitchen turns out creative comfort food — smash burgers, pour-over chicken wings, birria grilled cheese, and puffy tacos — alongside a snack-focused happy hour. The venue also hosts 'Whiskey Bent,' a curated guided tasting of five under-the-radar whiskies paired with bar snacks, available to groups.

value: Steven's Cocktail Bar and Kitchen

detail: Menu lists 'smoked cauliflower' as a standalone taco filling option; vegetable-forward bowls (Szechuan Chicken Bowl, Crispy Pork Bowl) also feature cauliflower, brussels sprouts, and kale, suggesting vegetarian-friendly sides

signal: amenity=pub

wow_evidence: inventive cocktail program...some items are 'Dine In Only'


value: 9600 93 Avenue, Fort St. John, V1J 5Z2

community: Fort St. John

value: Orange Julius is a juice and fast food establishment offering takeaway service. The location provides a convenient stop for cyclists seeking quick refreshments while traveling through Fort St. John.

value: Orange Julius

signal: chain 'orange julius'


value: 120 Carrie Cates Court

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (8 spaces, covered) at 23m; stands (4 spaces) at 29m; stands (2 spaces) at 35m; rack (3 spaces) at 64m; stands (3 spaces) at 75m; rack (3 spaces) at 75m; rack (3 spaces) at 93m; stands (12 spaces) at 93m. Total: 38 spaces.

blurb: Fine-art gallery of Inuit and Northwest Coast work at the Shipyards.

community: North Vancouver

value: The Inuit Gallery of Vancouver is a commercial fine-art gallery specializing in Inuit and Northwest Coast First Nations sculpture, prints, drawings, and jewelry by established and emerging Indigenous artists. It recently moved to the Shipyards District of North Vancouver, in the same building as the North Vancouver Museum and Archives, directly across from Lonsdale Quay Market. The waterfront neighbourhood is compact and walkable, surrounded by restaurants, cafes, craft breweries, and a summer night market—making the gallery a natural cultural stop for cyclists exploring the North Shore.

value: Inuit Gallery Of Vancouver

signal: osm fee=no

wow_evidence: Long-established commercial gallery of Inuit and Northwest Coast fine art, now in the Shipyards District.


value: 361 Martin Street, Penticton, BC V2A 5K6

community: Eagle Bluff

value: TIME Family of Wines is the parent company behind two storied BC wine labels — Chronos Winery, housed in a beautifully repurposed historic movie theater in downtown Penticton, and Evolve Sparkling House, dedicated to sparkling wine and located at the gateway to the Naramata Bench. The property also includes OROLO Restaurant + Cocktail Bar, offering an elevated steakhouse experience alongside the winery's estate wines. For touring cyclists exploring the Okanagan wine country, it is a natural stop for tastings and a bottle to bring along.

value: TIME Family of Wines

signal: wine family (Chronos/Evolve), tastings; ~$15-25 visit


value: Phipps Road

community: Langford

value: COBS Bread

signal: chain 'cobs bread'


value: Richmond, BC

community: Richmond

value: Lulu Island Liquor Store is a retail alcohol shop located in Richmond on Lulu Island, the main landmass of the municipality. For touring cyclists passing through the Richmond area, it offers a convenient stop to pick up beverages. The OSM record notes no drive-through, suggesting a standard walk-in retail format.

value: Lulu Island Liquor Store


value: 43357 Hillkeep Place, Chilliwack

blurb: Quiet FVRD nature park in the Chilliwack foothills.

community: Chilliwack

value: Hillkeep Regional Park is a nature reserve managed by the Fraser Valley Regional District on the outskirts of Chilliwack, offering natural landscapes typical of the lower Fraser Valley foothills. As one of several FVRD regional parks in the area, it provides a quiet escape into nature with designated trails. Touring cyclists exploring the Chilliwack region may find it a worthwhile side-trip destination, though the park's specific facilities remain unconfirmed from available sources.

setting: outdoor

theme: nature

value: Hillkeep Regional Park

subcategory: Park / Nature

wow_evidence: FVRD nature park; thin record.


value: 344 Front Street, Kaslo, BC V0G 1M0

community: Kaslo

value: A year-round outdoor adventure store on Kaslo's Front Street, carrying clothing, gear, and accessories across all seasons. The shop is best known for kayak and paddleboard rentals on Kootenay Lake and snowshoe and nordic ski rentals in winter. Biking is listed among supported activities but the store does not appear to offer dedicated cycling services or bike-specific inventory.

value: Kaslo Adventure Centre & Kayaking

subcategory: Outdoor Gear

wow_evidence: Biking is mentioned only in passing within a list of activities — there is no dedicated cycling section


category: Transport

community: Terrace

source: llm-examine

value: On-demand limo and shuttle service based in Terrace, BC, connecting Prince Rupert, Kitimat, and Dease Lake for airport, train, employee, and general passenger transport. No bike policy stated; SUVs and coach party buses in fleet.

value: North Coast Shuttle And Expediting

origin: transport

subcategory: Shuttle


value: 838 Davie Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 18 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 22m; stands (4 spaces) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (3 spaces, covered) at 35m; stands (2 spaces) at 44m; stands (18 spaces, covered) at 47m; stands (5 spaces) at 47m; stands (6 spaces, covered) at 49m; stands (10 spaces) at 49m; stands (4 spaces) at 49m; stands (2 spaces) at 52m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 69m; stands (10 spaces, covered) at 73m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 80m; stands (3 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 96m. Total: 81 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Subway

signal: chain 'subway'


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

community: Montague Harbour

value: A southern Gulf Islands marine park on Galiano Island's southwest shore with white shell beaches, tidal lagoons, glacially-carved rock ledges, ancient Indigenous middens, and 130+ bird species; reaching it requires a BC Ferries crossing, then a 10 km paved ride from Sturdies Bay terminal.

value: Montague Harbour Campground - First-come, first-served

subcategory: Public Campground


value: 2697 Sunnyside Road, Anmore, BC V3H 4Z4

community: Anmore

value: Trails Coffee is a specialty coffee cafe in Anmore situated steps from the trailheads of Buntzen Lake, Sasamat Lake, White Pine Beach, and Belcarra Park, making it a natural stop for cyclists and hikers exploring the area. The cafe operates as a community hub with a mobile ordering app, a local vendor marketplace, and a fundraiser program supporting area schools and sports teams. It is one of the few cafes in the region to prominently accept Bitcoin Lightning payments, with a discount offered for doing so.

value: Trails Coffee

wow_evidence: positioning itself as a stop for cyclists ('before or after... a bike ride through Anmore and Port Moody')


value: 385 Burrard Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands (16 spaces, covered) at 67m; stands (3 spaces) at 74m; stands (7 spaces) at 95m. Total: 26 spaces.

value: Brass Fish Kitchen & Tavern is a grandiose yet earnest pub occupying a prominent space inside Vancouver's iconic Marine Building on Burrard Street in the Financial District. The 3,900 sq ft venue offers a modern pub menu alongside a curated selection of 250+ whiskies, a mezzanine lounge, private dining room, and a small stage with DJ booth. Part of the Freehouse Collective group, it sits among several sister establishments in downtown Vancouver.

value: Brass Fish

signal: pub/tavern, $2 oysters/$5 burger happy hour, 250 whiskies; ~$18-28pp

subcategory: Restaurant

wow_evidence: prominent space inside Vancouver's iconic Marine Building... Part of the Freehouse Collective group


value: 8328 Capstan Way, Richmond

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 53m; rack at 87m.

value: CHAYAN


value: 9505 100 Street, Fort St. John, V1J 4N4

blurb: Fort St. John's public leisure pool.

value: North Peace Leisure Pool is a City of Fort St. John-operated public aquatic and leisure centre serving the communities of the Peace River region in northeastern BC. It is the main publicly accessible swimming facility in Fort St. John and is managed under the city's parks and recreation department. For touring cyclists, it represents a potential stop for a swim or refresh in a remote part of the province.

days_closed: Sa Su

dwell: half

value: North Peace Leisure Pool

signal: municipal leisure pool drop-in ~$6-8

subcategory: Community Centre

wow_evidence: Main public aquatic centre for the North Peace; after-ride band.


value: 2689 Rupert Street

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (10 spaces) at 23m. Total: 10 spaces.

value: Tim Hortons


value: 2062 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 6m; stands (2 spaces) at 38m; stands (2 spaces) at 43m; stands (2 spaces) at 51m; stands (2 spaces) at 64m; rack (5 spaces) at 65m; stands (2 spaces) at 68m; stands (2 spaces) at 100m. Total: 19 spaces.

value: Khao San Thai Street Food is a Thai street-food restaurant on Commercial Drive, one of Vancouver's most vibrant and cycling-friendly main streets. The name references Bangkok's famous Khao San Road, suggesting a focus on casual, street-style Thai dishes. Commercial Drive is well-served by bike lanes and is a natural stop on any urban cycling route through East Vancouver.

value: Khao San Thai Street Food

signal: Thai street food; ~$14-22pp

wow_evidence: Thai restaurant on Commercial Drive


value: #109-1960 Como Lake Ave., Coquitlam, BC

community: Coquitlam

value: New West Pizza is a neighbourhood pizza counter in Coquitlam, BC, formerly operating as Pizza One, that has built a local following for its fresh daily dough and traditional recipes. The menu spans classic and specialty pizzas, pasta, Italian dishes, chicken wings, and salads, with several vegetarian-friendly options. It operates as a pickup-only spot, making it a straightforward and filling pitstop for cyclists moving through the Como Lake corridor.

value: New West Pizza

detail: 'PICK UP ONLY' listed as a menu category on the website

detail: Menu includes 'VEGETARIAN PIZZA' (bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, olives) and 'VEGE ALFREDO PIZZA' (roasted veggies, Alfredo sauce)


community: Gabriola

value: On-demand taxi serving Gabriola Island only, operating daily 9am–7pm with a small electric-vehicle fleet. No bike policy stated; useful for cyclists needing a ride around the island after arriving by ferry.

value: Gabriola Taxi

subcategory: Taxi / Ridehail

wow_evidence: on-demand taxi serving Gabriola Island only


value: 1250 Dogwood Street

community: Campbell River

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'

subcategory: Ice Cream


value: #149-10090 152nd Street, Surrey, BC V3R 8X8

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 61m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Surrey

value: Jade Valley is an established Cantonese-style Chinese restaurant located inside Impact Plaza in Surrey, serving a broad menu of seafood, hot pot, and classic Chinese-Canadian dishes. The restaurant's Hot & Sour Soup earned first place at the 2007 Soup-Off competition. It operates as a full sit-down restaurant with delivery available for nearby orders.

value: Jade Valley

signal: Most entrees $25–31 range; casual sit-down Chinese restaurant


value: 3639 Shelbourne Street

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 34m; stands (4 spaces) at 70m. Total: 8 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: COBS Bread is a Canadian franchise bakery (part of the Australian Bakers Delight group) with roughly 190 locations across Canada, including this Shelbourne Plaza outpost in Victoria. Every item — loaves, scones, cruffins, croissants, bagels, and savoury treats — is baked from scratch on-site daily with no added preservatives. Unsold baked goods at day's end are donated to local charities, making it a reliable stop for fresh carbohydrates on a touring ride.

value: COBS Bread


community: Burnaby

value: Buy Low Foods is a full-service supermarket chain operating under the Pattison Food Group umbrella, serving communities across British Columbia. The North Vancouver location is a conventional neighbourhood supermarket stocking a broad range of grocery staples, produce, and in-house Western Family and Only Goodness branded products. Cyclists passing through North Vancouver can use it as a resupply point for food and household essentials.

value: Buy Low Foods

subcategory: Grocery Store


value: 601c 2nd Avenue, Fernie, V0B 1M0

community: Fernie

value: House of Gato is a small, boutique pastry shop in downtown Fernie specializing in French-style pastries, artisanal breads, and seasonal cakes. The shop sources primarily Canadian ingredients, actively supporting local farmers and artisans. A touring cyclist stopping here will find croissants, sourdough, savory pastries, and hot drinks in a compact downtown location.

value: House of Gato

signal: shop=bakery


value: 1448 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 8 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 7m; stands (3 spaces) at 40m; stands (3 spaces) at 44m; stands (3 spaces) at 51m; stands (3 spaces) at 65m; stands (3 spaces) at 73m; stands (3 spaces) at 88m; stands (3 spaces) at 91m. Total: 24 spaces.

community: North Vancouver

value: Poke Bar

signal: Poke Bar fast-casual bowls; ~$14-16


community: Vidette

value: Vidette Lake Rec Site

ownership: Provincial rec site


value: 4603 Kingsway Unit #6, Burnaby, BC V5H 4L3

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack (4 spaces) at 49m; rack (4 spaces) at 75m; stands (10 spaces) at 99m. Total: 18 spaces.

value: Isami Sushi is a family-run Japanese restaurant that has served the Burnaby community near Metrotown since 1991, growing from a small family kitchen into a multi-generational neighborhood fixture. Located at basement level along Kingsway, it offers a curated menu built on over 30 years of culinary experience. Free underground parking is available on site.

value: Isami Sushi

signal: family sushi since 1991; ~$15-25pp

wow_evidence: family-run Japanese restaurant... since 1991, growing from a small family kitchen into a multi-generational neighborhood fixture


value: 595 Burrard Street, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (4 spaces) at 13m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 75m; stands (3 spaces) at 86m; stands (5 spaces) at 99m. Total: 20 spaces.

value: The Bagel Stop is a Canadian franchise chain founded in 1987, specialising in freshly baked bagels and handcrafted deli sandwiches made without preservatives. The Vancouver outlet appears to occupy a basement food-court unit (Level -1, Unit 313) within the 595 Burrard Street office tower in the downtown core. The brand operates in high-traffic locations such as office towers and food courts across Canada.

value: The Bagel Stop

wow_evidence: Canadian franchise chain founded in 1987... basement food-court unit... within the 595 Burrard Street office tower


bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 23m; rack (2 spaces) at 56m; bollard (12 spaces) at 73m; rack (2 spaces) at 75m. Total: 18 spaces.

community: Comox

value: Quesada Burritos & Tacos is a Canadian Mexican fast food chain offering customizable burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and nachos with a range of proteins and signature toppings like pickled red onions and hand-mashed guacamole. It operates as a Foodtastic franchise with locations across Canada, including this Vancouver Island unit. A touring cyclist stopping here can expect a quick, filling meal with online or in-store ordering.

value: Quesada Burritos & Tacos

signal: Quesada burritos fast-food chain (confirmed); ~$11-15


value: 5172 Dallas Drive, Kamloops, V2C 6K6

community: Kamloops

value: Subway


value: 1168 Mainland Street, Vancouver, V6B 2S2

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 38m; stands (3 spaces) at 40m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Sushi Maro is a Japanese restaurant in Vancouver's Yaletown neighbourhood, steps from the Canada Line station on Mainland Street. The kitchen is known for creative sushi rolls, fresh sashimi, yakitori skewers, and a broad sake and beer selection. Both indoor and covered outdoor seating are available, and the restaurant is noted for being LGBTQ+-friendly and welcoming to families.

value: Sushi Maro

detail: Website amenities list 'Offers takeaway' and 'Has no-contact delivery'

detail: Website lists 'Serves vegetarian dishes' and 'Serves healthy options' under amenities


value: 2709 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4E5

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: stands at 19m; stands at 19m; rack at 83m.

community: Victoria

value: Biryani Palace is a halal Indian and Pakistani restaurant on Quadra Street in Victoria, specializing in slow-cooked dum biryani, tandoori dishes, and a broad menu of curries and kebabs. The restaurant features an open-concept kitchen where guests can watch dishes being prepared with traditional methods and authentic ingredients. They also offer full catering services for events of any size.

value: Biryani Palace

detail: Menu includes a dedicated Vegetable section and Veggie Dum Biryani; catering copy references vegetarian platters. No mention of vegan or GF specifically

signal: halal Indian/Pakistani, dum biryani, affordable; ~$16-26pp


value: West Broadway, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 15 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces, covered) at 22m; stands (8 spaces) at 26m; rack (6 spaces, covered) at 31m; stands (2 spaces) at 34m; rack (5 spaces) at 40m; stands (2 spaces) at 41m; stands (2 spaces) at 45m; stands (2 spaces) at 47m; stands (2 spaces) at 48m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; stands (2 spaces) at 61m; rack (5 spaces) at 70m; stands (5 spaces) at 88m; stands (2 spaces) at 90m; rack (8 spaces) at 100m. Total: 58 spaces.

value: IGA Bistro

signal: amenity=cafe


value: #200-1001 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 4E4

value: Privé is an upscale Kitchen + Bar + Karaoke venue on West Broadway in Vancouver, offering full dining, patio seating, and private karaoke rooms bookable online. It operates as an evening and nightlife destination, making it a distinctive option for cyclists seeking a sit-down dinner or a group night out. The combination of a full kitchen and private entertainment rooms sets it apart from a typical neighbourhood restaurant.

value: Privé

signal: kitchen + bar + karaoke, evening dining; ~$20-32pp


value: 100 - 184 Wilson Street, Victoria, BC

bike_parking_detail: 6 racks within 100m: rack (8 spaces) at 20m; rack (8 spaces) at 23m; rack (3 spaces) at 60m; rack (5 spaces) at 60m; rack (1 space) at 75m; rack (3 spaces) at 88m. Total: 28 spaces.

value: Browns Crafthouse is a proudly Canadian, locally owned and operated restaurant and bar group with a Victoria West location. The concept centres on the 'craft' movement, featuring house-made food alongside craft beers, cocktails, and Canadian wines. Touring cyclists stopping in Vic West will find a full-service pub dining experience with pickup and delivery also available.

value: Browns Crafthouse

signal: Multi-location casual sit-down chain; no menu prices shown; 'craft' buzzwords only, no fine-dining markers


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

price_band: basic

community: Lucerne

value: Lucerne Campground sits beside Yellowhead Lake inside Mount Robson Provincial Park along Highway 16, framed by the highest peaks in the Canadian Rockies; an iconic overnight anchor for Yellowhead corridor cyclists with straightforward paved access.

value: Lucerne Campground

wow_evidence: iconic overnight anchor for Yellowhead corridor cyclists... BC Parks frontcountry campground


value: 8931 Highway 16 West, Terrace, BC

community: Salvus

value: Kasiks Kitchen is a café and bakery operated by the Kitsumkalum First Nation as part of their Kasiks Wilderness Resort, located on Tsimshian Traditional Territory along Highway 16 between Terrace and Prince Rupert. The kitchen serves fresh-baked goods, coffee, and made-in-house grab-and-go meals inspired by the flavours of the Northwest Coast, with pre-order options for house-made breads, pies, and specialty baked goods. The café earned broader recognition after being featured on Season 4, Episode 7 of Chuck's First Peoples' Kitchen, highlighting Indigenous food knowledge and the cultural connection to the land.

indigenous_role:
Indigenous owned
Indigenous operated
Indigenous culture & heritage

source: ITBC

value: Kasiks Kitchen

wow_evidence: operated by the Kitsumkalum First Nation...featured on Season 4, Episode 7 of Chuck's First Peoples' Kitchen


value: 1201 Sumas Way, Unit 101, Chilliwack, BC V2S 8H2

community: Abbotsford

value: Angry Otter Liquor is a retail liquor store operated under the Otter Co-op brand, a locally-owned co-operative serving communities across the Fraser Valley and beyond. Located in a commercial strip on Sumas Way in Chilliwack, it offers beer, wine, and spirits for purchase. Touring cyclists passing through the area might stop here for resupply, though it is a standard chain retail outlet rather than a cycling-oriented destination.

value: Angry Otter Liquor


bike_access: rough

washroom_type: pit

community: Gold Bridge

value: Lodge-adjacent tent campground on the shores of Tyaughton Lake in the Southern Chilcotin Range, with hot showers, outhouses, spa day-pass access, a restaurant, and complimentary kayaks and canoes; the final 8 km on Tyaughton Lake Road is unpaved gravel.

value: Tyax Wilderness Resort and Spa

subcategory: Private Campground

wow_evidence: hot showers, spa day-pass access, a restaurant, and complimentary kayaks and canoes


value: 1070 Harvey Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 8S4

community: Kelowna

value: A renovated, centrally located motel in downtown Kelowna operating under the Choice Hotels banner, with 108 suites and guest rooms across a two-storey building. Touring cyclists will find it notable for its dedicated bicycle storage locker — an explicit listed amenity — alongside an indoor pool, hot tub, and an on-site restaurant. Its position on Harvey Avenue places it close to the Okanagan Lake waterfront and Kelowna's urban cycling network.

value: Econo Lodge Kelowna

detail: Amenities page lists 'Free light breakfast' served daily; rooms page confirms continental breakfast is included with all rooms

detail: Amenities page lists 'Self serve laundry' (noted with asterisk indicating additional charges apply)

detail: Amenities page lists 'Mekong restaurant on site'

signal: chain 'econo lodge'

detail: Amenities page explicitly lists 'Bicycle storage locker' as a hotel amenity

subcategory: Hotel / Motel

wow_evidence: amenities page explicitly lists 'Bicycle storage locker'


value: 165 West 2nd Avenue, V5Y 1B8

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (10 spaces, covered) at 6m; stands (8 spaces, covered) at 62m; stands (6 spaces) at 83m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m. Total: 26 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Ophelia is a Michelin Guide–recommended Mexican restaurant in Vancouver's Olympic Village, helmed by Chef Francisco Higareda and named in honour of his mother. The kitchen takes an elevated approach to authentic regional Mexican cooking, from house-made moles and quesabirria tacos to corn-crusted octopus, supported by a fully licensed bar stocked with premium tequilas and mezcals. Its location in the heart of Olympic Village places it directly on one of Vancouver's most-cycled urban corridors.

value: Ophelia

detail: Menu lists 'TACOS VEGAN' (guajillo marinated portobello mushroom, spicy almond sauce) on both dine-in and pickup menus; enchiladas note a mushroom substitute option

signal: Michelin-recommended, named chef, appetizers $16-26, premium bar


blurb: Garry oak meadows beside the ancient Quw'utsun site of Ye'yumnuts, near Duncan.

community: North Cowichan

value: A protected area near Duncan sheltering both shallow-soil and deep-soil Garry Oaks along with three federally endangered plant species and rare wildflowers. The site borders Ye'yumnuts, a sacred ancestral place of the Quw'utsun people with over 2,000 years of documented history. Touring cyclists can park at the end of York Road off Trillium Terrace and walk wide gravelly trails through the oak meadows.

label: Camas bloom & spring wildflowers

months: April May

value: Somenos Garry Oak Protected Area

wow_evidence: Garry oak meadows with federally endangered plants, bordering the sacred Ye'yumnuts site; walkable gravel trails.


value: 517 Island Hwy, Campbell River, BC V9W 2B9

community: Campbell River

value: Passage View Motel is a 30-room oceanfront property in Campbell River, BC, positioned directly on the ocean side of the Island Highway with unobstructed views of Discovery Passage, Quadra Island, and the Coastal Mountains from every room. Guests have private access to the rocky shoreline below, where seals, Orcas, dolphins, and a variety of seabirds are regularly spotted. The motel offers pet-friendly rooms and serves as a convenient base for salmon fishing, Strathcona Provincial Park hiking, and ferry day trips to Quadra and Cortes Islands.

value: Passage View Motel

detail: Website states 'complimentary light take-away breakfast' is available to guests (seasonal, summer months)

signal: bare motel, no chain

wow_evidence: oceanfront property... unobstructed views of Discovery Passage, Quadra Island... seals, Orcas, dolphins


value: 292 East Crescent Road, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 0A5

community: Qualicum Beach

value: Crown Mansion is a fully renovated heritage boutique hotel in Qualicum Beach, dating to 1914, with an elegant past that once saw celebrity guests including Bing Crosby, John Wayne, and the King of Siam. The property retains its original grandeur through rare wood panelling, crystal chandeliers, heritage fireplaces, and sweeping staircases. Accommodation options span boutique hotel rooms and separate villas, with an on-site restaurant rounding out the experience.

value: Crown Mansion Boutique Hotel & Villas

detail: On-site restaurant confirmed by website navigation menu ('Restaurant' listed as a section of the property)

signal: 1914 heritage boutique mansion hotel, Qualicum Beach; $220-300


value: 2080 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4B2

bike_parking_detail: 9 racks within 100m: stands (2 spaces) at 9m; stands (2 spaces) at 12m; rack (5 spaces) at 24m; stands (2 spaces) at 30m; stands (2 spaces) at 32m; stands (2 spaces) at 33m; stands (2 spaces) at 42m; stands (2 spaces) at 60m; stands (2 spaces) at 66m. Total: 21 spaces.

value: Elephant Garden Creamery is an artisan ice cream shop on Vancouver's bustling Commercial Drive, celebrated for its Asian-inspired flavours such as Vietnamese Coffee, HK Milk Tea, Matcha Honeycomb Nugget, and Mango Coconut Sticky Rice. The menu rotates seasonally and also features espresso and tea-based drinks, making it a satisfying mid-ride treat stop. Pints can be pre-ordered online for contactless curbside pickup.

value: Elephant Garden Creamery

detail: Menu labels vegan items with '(v)': Mango Coconut Sticky Rice, Mango Sago, Orange Calamansi Creamsicle, waffle cone, and several drizzles and toppings. Items containing gluten are labeled '(g)', implying some items are gluten-free by absence of that label, though GF is not explicitly claimed


community: Penticton

value: Second Cup

signal: chain 'second cup'

subcategory: Fast Food / Chain


value: 821 102 Avenue, Dawson Creek, V1G 2B4

community: Dawson Creek

value: Dairy Queen


value: 465 Victoria Street, Kamloops, V2C 2A9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (5 spaces) at 16m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: Amplified Cafe is a specialty coffee destination founded in 2015 by Daniel Houghton, located adjacent to the Kamloops Downtown Library in the heart of downtown. The cafe serves meticulously crafted coffee alongside food sourced from a curated roster of local BC suppliers including Gold Leaf Patisseries, Black Salt Catering, and Blackwell Dairy. It also roasts and sells its own beans, giving cyclists a place to both refuel and stock up.

value: Amplified

detail: Shop page lists 'Mothers Day Brunch (TO GO ONLY)', explicitly confirming to-go / takeout service

wow_evidence: specialty coffee destination founded in 2015 by Daniel Houghton, located adjacent to the Kamloops Downtown Library ... beans roasted at their own roastery


value: 4658 Lakelse Avenue, Terrace, V8G 1R2

community: Terrace

value: Tim Hortons is a Canadian coffee-and-baked-goods chain located on Lakelse Avenue in downtown Terrace, a hub community along the Yellowhead Highway (BC-16) corridor in northwest BC. This location offers dine-in seating, takeout, and a drive-through, serving coffee, soups, wraps, and baked goods throughout the day. Free WiFi is available, making it a practical rest stop for touring cyclists passing through Terrace.

value: Tim Hortons

signal: chain 'tim hortons'

wow_evidence: Canadian coffee-and-baked-goods chain


value: 5217 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta, BC

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack at 33m.

community: Delta

value: Rice & Noodle is a BC-based fast-casual Asian kitchen chain serving cooked-to-order dishes such as pad thai, curries, and noodle bowls made with fresh, visible ingredients. The Delta location sits in Trenant Park Square in Ladner, a gateway community near the Tsawwassen BC Ferries terminal and the popular Delta cycling network. Cyclists can choose from 13 customizable dishes with multiple protein options including tofu, with vegan and gluten-free dietary paths available.

value: Rice & Noodle

detail: Menu includes tofu as a protein option and vegetarian spring rolls

signal: Noodle house, explicit 'affordable' positioning, quick-service customization format


community: Salmon Arm


value: #7 - 10302 City Parkway, Surrey, BC V3T 4Y8

community: Surrey

value: New Town Bakery is a family-run Chinese and Filipino bakery and restaurant operating since 1980, with roots in Vancouver's historic Chinatown. The Surrey branch is one of two currently operating locations, known for award-winning apple tarts and world-famous steamed buns (Siopao) in both BBQ pork and chicken varieties. The business has been recognized by CNN Travel as a must-visit Chinatown restaurant and has received multiple Chinese Restaurant Critic's Choice awards.

value: New Town Bakery

signal: Chinese/Filipino bakery-restaurant, buns/tarts + dim sum; ~$10-16

subcategory: Bakery / Donuts


value: 7330 Arbutus Street, Unit 107, Pemberton, BC V0N 2L1

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (100 spaces, covered) at 37m. Total: 100 spaces.

community: Pemberton

value: Mile One Eating House is a Pemberton institution founded in 2011, serving regionally inspired British Columbian comfort food with an emphasis on natural beef, local producers, and slow-food techniques. Signatures include natural beef burgers, slow-roasted brisket, pork belly sandwiches, and mac 'n' cheese, all sourced from regional farmers, ranchers, and artisans. Positioned as the beginning, middle, or end of a journey into BC's wild spaces, it's a natural refuelling stop for cyclists passing through the Pemberton Valley.

value: Mile One Eating House

signal: cuisine=burger


value: 9540 Chute Lake Road, Naramata, BC

community: Chute Lake

value: Chute Lake Lodge is a historic mountain resort perched above the Naramata Bench, situated directly along the Kettle Valley Railway corridor — one of BC's most celebrated multi-day cycling routes. Originally built around 1920 as a logger's bunkhouse and rail water stop, it now offers a range of accommodation from rustic cabins and lodge rooms to yurts and glamping tents. The lodge rents e-bikes and offers cycling distance information to Penticton and Kelowna, making it a natural basecamp for KVR touring cyclists exploring the Okanagan highlands.

value: Chute Lake Lodge

detail: On-site restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily; lodge page notes elevated dinner offerings for special and group events

signal: Chute Lake Lodge on KVR: renovated rooms/cabins/glamping ~$150-250

detail: We provide bike racks and guests are responsible for their bikes. Chute Lake Lodge is not liable or responsible in any way for bikes and bike storage.

wow_evidence: rents e-bikes and offers cycling distance information to Penticton and Kelowna... situated directly along the Kettle Valley Railway corridor — one of BC's most celebrated multi-day cycling routes


value: 715 Railway Avenue

community: Ashcroft

value: A small motel with 17 rooms in Ashcroft, BC, providing accommodation for travelers in the Interior. Situated in a regional location useful for touring cyclists needing overnight stops.

value: Ashcroft Apartments and Motel


value: 1214 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X4

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: stands (3 spaces) at 67m; stands (2 spaces) at 83m. Total: 5 spaces.

value: The Flamingo Room is a Miami-inspired neighbourhood bar and live music stage tucked beside Havana Vancouver on Commercial Drive, offering an eclectic mix of craft cocktails, late-night Latin-influenced snacks, DJ nights, and live acts. Part of a small family of Vancouver hospitality venues, it also hosts private events, micro weddings, and themed parties, giving it a versatile character beyond a standard bar. A touring cyclist rolling into the Drive after a long day would find a lively, welcoming spot with a full cocktail program and a small but interesting snack menu.

value: Flamingo Room

detail: Evening-only snack bar concept; no takeout or lunch service mentioned on site

detail: Menu labels on the snacks page include 'V' (vegetarian) on Highlands Style Guac, 'VG' (vegan) on Churro Bombs, 'GA' (gluten-aware) on multiple items, and 'GF' on Grilled Octopus

signal: amenity=bar

subcategory: Brewery / Pub


value: 2773 Barnet Hwy, Coquitlam, BC V3B 1C2

community: Coquitlam

value: Sushi Town is a Japanese restaurant on the Barnet Highway corridor in Coquitlam offering traditional sushi, sashimi, specialty rolls, teriyaki, udon, and tempura dishes. The restaurant provides both dine-in service with table reservations and online delivery across multiple distance zones. Touring cyclists passing through Coquitlam on Barnet Highway will find a full sit-down Japanese meal available here.

value: Sushi Town

signal: sushi, lunch specials; ~$15-25pp


bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack at 37m; rack at 48m.

community: Maple Ridge

value: Save-On-Foods


value: 2639 East 49th Avenue, Vancouver

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (7 spaces) at 6m. Total: 7 spaces.

value: Bubble Waffle Cafe is a Hong Kong-style street food cafe specializing in egg waffles (雞蛋仔), fish soup noodle combos, curry fish balls, and a broad selection of Taiwanese-style bubble teas. Operating across multiple Lower Mainland locations including Aberdeen Centre, a Public Market, and Park Royal, it brings authentic Hong Kong street snack culture to the Vancouver area. Cyclists will find a wide range of quick, customizable snacks and noodle bowls served in a casual takeout format.

value: Bubble Waffle Cafe


value: 22638 119 Ave Unit 100, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 4L1, Canada

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 75m; rack at 85m; rack at 97m.

value: Sammy J's Grill & Bar

signal: Sammy J's grill & bar chain; ~$18-26pp


value: 2800 Sexsmith Road, Richmond, V6X 1V5

community: Richmond

value: The Story Café is a full-service eatery and bar in Richmond, BC, built inside a converted 30-year-old warehouse around the philosophy that 'there is a story in everything.' The venue combines coffee, prime steaks, exquisite wines, live music nights, and a curated collection of antiques and vintage objects into a single atmospheric space. A heated, dog-friendly patio extends the dining experience outdoors, and private dining and online ordering are also available.

value: The Story Café

wow_evidence: converted 30-year-old warehouse


value: Charter bus and shuttle operator based in Richmond, BC serving the Vancouver area. Service details, routes, and bike policy unknown due to website being unreachable.

value: Top Hat Bus Charter & Shuttle (Vancouver) Ltd.

wow_evidence: website being unreachable


value: 15869 Croydon Dr, Surrey, BC V3Z 2J6

value: Spice Republic Indian Restaurant & Lounge is a full-service Indian restaurant in Surrey offering traditional and contemporary Indian cuisine in a stylish dining space with both indoor and outdoor seating. The restaurant emphasizes authentic spices and bold flavors, catering to relaxed lunches, intimate dinners, and group outings. Online ordering, pickup, and delivery within 15 km are available, making it a potential meal stop for cyclists in the area.

signal: Indian restaurant & lounge; ~$16-26pp


value: 2271 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna, V1Y 6H2

community: Kelowna

value: Made in India is an Indian cuisine fast-food outlet occupying a food court stall inside Orchard Mall in Kelowna, one of five Lower Mainland and Okanagan locations in the chain. The menu centres on authentic Indian dishes available for dine-in or pickup. Its mall food-court setting puts it within easy reach of the KLO Road cycling corridor on the south side of Kelowna.

value: Made in India


value: 1345 Trans-Canada Hwy, Lytton BC, V0K 1Z0

community: Lasha

value: The Cutting Board is the on-site restaurant at Kumsheen Rafting Resort, a long-established whitewater rafting destination on the Trans-Canada Highway near Lytton where the Thompson and Fraser Rivers meet. The restaurant occupies a sunroom-style space with sliding French doors opening onto an outdoor patio, serving family-style and buffet meals. All seatings require advance booking, making it a planned stop rather than a casual drop-in for passing cyclists.

value: Cutting Board

detail: Website states: 'Please notify us at the time of booking if you have any dietary restrictions, as our Chef is happy to accommodate.'

signal: rafting-resort restaurant, AYCE lunch/buffet; ~$18-26pp


value: 736 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G8

bike_parking_detail: 4 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 82m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (2 spaces) at 97m; stands (8 spaces) at 100m. Total: 17 spaces.

community: Vancouver

value: Cha Tra Mue is the Vancouver location of a celebrated Thai tea brand with over 80 years of history, bringing premium milk teas, rose teas, and Thai coffee made from handpicked highland leaves grown in Chiang Rai to West Broadway. The shop offers a dedicated Vegan Series alongside its classic menu and Thai tea soft serve, making it a genuine Thai tea house rather than a generic bubble tea chain. Cyclists passing through this busy commercial corridor will find it a refreshing stop for an authentic cold or hot Thai tea drink.

value: Cha Tra Mue

detail: Website menu includes an explicit 'Vegan Series' section

signal: amenity=cafe

detail: Check_date 2026-03-04. Not mentioned on website


value: 1030 Cliffe Avenue

bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 13m; rack (2 spaces) at 20m; rack (2 spaces) at 95m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Courtenay

value: Dairy Queen

signal: chain 'dairy queen'


value: 505 Quayle Road, V9E 2J7

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (25 spaces) at 24m. Total: 25 spaces.

community: Saanich

value: Charlotte & the Quail is a farm-to-plate breakfast and lunch restaurant perched on the edge of a 10-acre botanical garden on Quayle Road, serving seasonal menus built around produce from neighbouring farms and Vancouver Island. It is directly accessible via the Galloping Goose and Lochside Trail, making it a natural destination stop on a cycling day. The restaurant has operated at this location since 2010 and dishes are garnished with edible flowers harvested fresh each morning.

value: Charlotte & the Quail Restaurant

detail: Website offers 'picnic boxes to take away in the summer season' described as suitable for birthdays, showers, and group celebrations

detail: Bike repair stand on-site described as offering 'just in case some air, a tire or a seat fix' — confirms air/pump access

detail: Website states 'Many dishes are gluten free, all have lots of vegetables, and some are prepared with ethically raised meat.'

wow_evidence: bike rack parking and a bike repair stand with just in case some air, a tire or a seat fix is needed


value: 31999 Lougheed Highway, Unit 102D, Mission, BC V2V 1A4

community: Mission

value: Edo Japan is a Canadian-founded, Japanese-inspired fast-casual chain established in Calgary in 1979, now with over 200 locations nationwide. The Outlook Village location in Mission serves teppanyaki-grilled meals, hand-rolled sushi, ramen, and bubble tea from a shopping-centre unit on the Lougheed Highway. Dine-in seating, takeout, and delivery are all available, making it a practical hot-meal stop on a Highway 7 corridor ride.

value: Edo Japan

signal: chain 'edo japan'

wow_evidence: over 200 locations nationwide


community: Lemon Creek

value: A well-kept private campground in the Slocan Valley with 17 grass-and-treed tent sites, flush washrooms, hot showers, and a covered gazebo; walking distance to the Lemon Creek confluence and a Japanese Internment Garden. Reservations require a 50% deposit to confirm.

value: Lemon Creek Pioneer Campground


value: 4949 Canoe Pass Way

community: Beach Grove

value: Starbucks

signal: chain 'starbucks'


value: 2 Paul Kane Place, Victoria, BC V9A 7J8

bike_parking_detail: 2 racks within 100m: rack (2 spaces) at 26m; rack (2 spaces) at 38m. Total: 4 spaces.

community: Victoria

value: Boom + Batten is an elevated casual dining restaurant and café perched at Victoria's Inner Harbour, offering Pacific Northwest-inspired cuisine with inventive seasonal menus built around local and regional ingredients. The venue runs a full bar program alongside a daytime café and evening dining room, with a weather-dependent patio overlooking the harbour. It has earned awards and recognition and is a destination-worthy waterfront stop in the heart of Victoria.

value: Boom + Batten Restaurant & Cafe

detail: Happy hour menus explicitly mark multiple items with (v) for vegan (e.g. falafel, market greens, szechuan broccolini), (veg) for vegetarian (e.g. margherita pizzette), and (gf) for gluten-friendly options

signal: elevated Inner Harbour dining, PNW seasonal, full bar (Boom+Batten); ~$32-50pp

wow_evidence: perched at Victoria's Inner Harbour; earned awards and recognition


value: 13723 Crescent Road, Surrey

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

blurb: Victorian farmhouse tours at Historic Stewart Farm.

value: Historic Stewart Farm is a City of Surrey-operated heritage site nestled within Elgin Heritage Park along the Nicomekl River, bringing to life the story of a working Surrey farming family from the early 1900s. Visitors can take guided house tours of the Victorian-era farmhouse and stroll through heritage gardens that bloom with seasonal flowers. Elgin Heritage Park is open dawn to dusk, offering a scenic and historically rich stop for cyclists exploring Surrey's agricultural landscape.

label: spring blooms

months: March April May

google_place_id: ChIJmURORKjchVQRxhGwzQzdkfo

value: Stewart Farmhouse

detail: Website navigation lists 'Teas at Historic Stewart Farm' as a distinct program section, indicating on-site tea service is offered

signal: Free community art exhibit explicitly stated; municipal heritage site with no admission price mentioned

subcategory: Museum / Gallery

wow_evidence: Historic Stewart Farm — city heritage site with guided Victorian farmhouse tours in Elgin Heritage Park.


value: 2891 East Broadway, Vancouver, V5M 1Y9

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: stands (6 spaces, covered) at 79m. Total: 6 spaces.

value: Vallarta's Mexican Restaurant is a sit-down Mexican restaurant on East Broadway in east Vancouver. It offers touring cyclists a place to enjoy a full meal and rest from cycling. As a restaurant serving Mexican cuisine, it provides hearty dining options for travelers.

value: Vallarta's Mexican Restaurant

signal: Mexican sit-down; ~$16-26pp


value: 4466 Beresford Street, Burnaby

bike_parking_detail: 11 racks within 100m: stands (5 spaces) at 8m; stands (5 spaces, covered) at 22m; stands (2 spaces, covered) at 23m; stands (6 spaces) at 48m; rack at 49m; rack at 49m; shed (50 spaces, covered, secure, paid) at 52m; stands (10 spaces) at 57m; stands (10 spaces) at 71m; stands (11 spaces, covered) at 77m; stands (10 spaces) at 86m. Total: 109 spaces, 50 secure.

community: Burnaby

value: Estea Cafe is a bubble tea and coffee cafe in Burnaby offering Asian-inspired beverages. It features both indoor and outdoor seating in a non-smoking environment. A convenient stop for cyclists seeking refreshment on their travels through the area.

value: Estea Cafe

wow_evidence: bubble tea and coffee cafe in Burnaby


value: 3010 Mount Lehman Road

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: rack (3 spaces) at 92m. Total: 3 spaces.

community: Abbotsford

value: Denny's is a Canadian chain diner operated under Northland Properties, serving all-day breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a family-friendly sit-down format. The Abbotsford Mt. Lehman location sits near the Trans-Canada corridor, making it a predictable and reliable meal stop for cyclists passing through the Fraser Valley. The extensive menu includes slams, omelettes, burgers, and bowl-style dishes with options across all meal periods.

value: Denny's

signal: Denny's family diner chain (confirmed); ~$15-24pp

wow_evidence: Denny's Canada chain restaurant


bike_parking_detail: 3 racks within 100m: rack at 62m; rack at 79m; rack at 98m.

community: New Westminster

value: Chungchun


value: 130-1110 Ewen Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3M 5E4

bike_parking_detail: 1 rack within 100m: wave at 81m.

value: The Queens Hotel is a historic boutique property in Queensborough and the only hotel in this New Westminster neighbourhood, offering multiple room types from twin beds to a family suite. The hotel features a covered patio with BBQ, pet-friendly rooms, and multilingual staff (Cantonese, Japanese, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Spanish). Its central Lower Mainland location gives cyclists easy road access to Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, and Surrey.

google_place_id: ChIJZebAJZTYhVQRIeNXhtPMFBg

value: The Queens Hotel

detail: Website lists multiple restaurants within 15 minutes walking distance: Boston Pizza, Pho Express, Naan Bites, Opa Souvlaki, Nando's Flame Grilled Chicken, Tora Sushi, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, Subway, A&W

signal: duplicate of Queens Hotel Queensborough entry; banded consistently, $140-180


community: Merritt

subcategory: Convenience Store