2000 West American Avenue, Oracle AZ 85623
“There's accessible parking in front and a small store. The area itself is decently clean and reasonably easy to find. This is a convenient stop on the way back to Phoenix from Oracle State Park. Unfortunately, even on a weekday it was very very crowded. There are only 2 stalls or 4 pumps total, and each of the pumps had a line of at least 2 cars each waiting. It was also really busy and getting in and out was not easy.”
110 N Redington Rd, San Manuel AZ 85631
“Very small gas station and I think the only one by the town. There's a small amount of stalls, but luckily it wasn't too busy even on the weekend. There's a small convenience store too and accessible parking. It was okay, but bummer no public restrooms even for customers.”
63715 E SaddleBrooke Blvd, Tucson AZ 85739
“It is a treat having a convenience store in our development. I assume the owner(s) are working a business plan that works for them and stock the store with what they think will sell. I find it has some of the stuff I may want or need at any visit but not enough to avoid driving to a grocery store down the road. The prices are reasonable and the staff is great. The folks who work there give it their all. What makes no sense to me is the price of gasoline. Now about ninety cents per gallon more than low price competitors down the road. Maybe they don't really want to sell gas except for golf carts and gas powered tools?”
63715 East SaddleBrooke Boulevard, Tucson AZ 85739
“Only gas station in the active adult community of Saddlebrooke, Arizona.There are other stations down the road on Oracle Road.They also have a quick, convenient store as part of the Shell station.In general, I use the gas station quite a lot. The gas prices generally are higher priced than other stations.I like using good quality gasoline, which Shell is known for.Although, for some reason, on their pumps, no Top Tier sticker.I'm not sure if it is TopTier gasoline?”
HWY 77 FRONTAGE Road, Mammoth AZ 85618
“The folks who work here and keep it so tidy inside are truly kind people. I often call in advance to see if they have my favorite beverage on hand - tequila. They've gotten to know me and smile as I walk through the door. Great employees who take pride in their establishment are what make the difference between one Circle K and another. In Mammoth, they do it right.”
28510 S Veterans Memorial Blvd, San Manuel AZ 85631
“If you are needing gas or propane, this is the only spot between Mammoth & Oracle where you can fuel up. They also have limited food items, snacks, pre-made sandwiches, beer, soda, etc. If you're heading out to the boondocks, fill 'er up with Union 76 gasoline.”
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