1938 U. S. Hwy 71 #039, Gillham AR 71841
“I was here just last weekend stuck with a flat tire. I had to wait for my husband to help us for about 4 hours. We waited here and the bathrooms were cleaned and the cashier was super sweet to us. She made sure we were okay and asked if we needed anything, to let her know.They have everything you would need. Highly recommend stopping here if needed.”
815 W Collin Raye Dr, De Queen AR 71832
“TJ's is convenient.....located on Collin Raye Drive which is a main road in De Queen that will lead you to Oklahoma if you head West or Texarkana if you head East. So, the location is perfect for a quick refuel along your route. What really stands out about this convenience store is the FOOD and the SERVICE. They have the friendliest staff and they serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. The food is exceptionally good.....not like you would expect from a gas station. It's unique and very popular. There is a small dining area in an atrium-type setting. Great hamburgers, salads, my favorite is taco salad....the grilled chicken salad is also wonderful. They have Fish Fridays and don't get me started about the dorito cassarole. All excellent and good portions. I like this place so much that when my family asked me where I wanted to eat for my birthday lunch.....it's was my first choice and worked out great....mom and I had taco salads, granny ate fish and dad had a hamburger. Everyone was happy.”
7641 Highway 71 S, Wickes AR 71973
“This super EZMART is always a welcome site when traveling 71. Great Gizzards here, for those who remember the original KFC gizzards these are as close as you can get.”
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