“If you haven't stopped in yet for the in-house baked cinnamon buns you are severely missing out! Thanks Renee for your continuing improvements to the Kelowna North neighbourhood store!”
“Had to visit this place almost every day during our trip because of all the amazing snacks! The staff were always super nice and welcoming, which made every visit a great experience. Special shoutout to the cool lady manager who handled a difficult situation with some rude customers. she handled it with so much patience and professionalism. You can really tell she cares about providing great service. Definitely a must-visit spot if you’re in the area!”
“Showed up a few minutes after closing and was still let in despite the door already being locked, he also let me get slightly old chicken for a cheap price, incredible service, nice workers, great chicken”
“Place has a massive array of stuff in it. Everything was super fresh and I found way more than one candy I had never heard of before and at the two bags I bought were really good. Will definitely come back here for another look soon. Restaurants on either side are also pretty good as well if you want actual food and not just snacks and drinks.”
“Good service the Cashier is always so polite and helpful. good product selection, sometimes they have great deals. Specially, their meal deals are very affordable in today’s time for 5 dollar I got a hotdog, chips and a can of pop That is a great deal. Overall clean and a good pit stop. I will definitely be back again.”
“This is a very unique store in downtown Kelowna that has so many items to offer. Excellent customer service every time I visit this store. Thank you so much for being awesome!”
“Great experience at this location! The entire area was incredibly clean. Highly recommend if you want to eat anything. Customer service is amazing by one of the tall girl .”
“We were craving chocolate late at night while walking around downtown and stumbled upon this store. They have a wide selection of snacks from chips and chocolates to drinks and more. Staff were friendly and the prices were reasonable. Perfect spot for anyone looking for unique snacks you don’t usually find here in Canada.”
“always a pleasure!favourite part of being on campus is visiting the convenience store (: as a first year, this is definitely where to spend ur flex dollars pro-tip: when the dining hall isnt it, just get a sandwich from orchard”
“I went there this morning and had a wonderful experience. As am old man and sometimes have a hard time finding different Indian spices. The young lady was very helpful and patiently explained what the spices were used for. She was very polite, kind, and made my shopping experience much easier. Excellent customer service! I’ll definitely be going back again.”
“Great customer service given at store by associates. Store always look neat and clean. I always love to visit that store as things are easy to find and associates working there are great”
“This is a small family run business who are always friendly whenever I come in. Their smiles go a long way in a long day. Good selection and reasonable prices are the normal.”
“Satvik is my guy! I refuse to go to any other convenience store because of how awesome the staff are here! Great selection, ok prices but it’s a convenience store so what do you expect. Keep up the good work guys. 6/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“like most slurp stores the floors around the slurps get sticky but its cheap this summer for slurps at 2 bucks and its easy for a quick free park to run in grab a hot n ready snack though not a big selection the hot dogs seem popular some wings at least 4 different slurp flavours pop n milk as well bread and many candy items”
“Usually pretty good when i go there. A little pricy, but what's expected for a 24 hr convenience store. The staff are great. Put up with a lot BS. Selection is pretty good. However, they don't have hardly any gluten free stuff. That would be way better.”
“I am compelled to share my profound appreciation for the extraordinary team at your Circle K gas station located on Springfield by Orchard Park Mall in Kelowna, BC. From the moment I stepped through the doors, I was greeted with an unparalleled warmth and kindness that I have rarely encountered in any service establishment. The staff, particularly the delightful young woman at the counter, radiates positivity and attentiveness that transcends typical customer service. Her genuine smile and willingness to assist created an inviting atmosphere that makes every visit a pleasure. Moreover, I must commend the management, particularly the owners and their incredible commitment to the community. Their efforts to support those in need, including initiatives that allow homeless individuals to contribute positively, exemplify a commendable dedication to social responsibility. This approach not only enriches the lives of those they assist but also fosters a sense of belonging and hope within the community. It is evident that this establishment is driven by a passion for service that goes far beyond mere transactions. I have never experienced such a high standard of care and compassion, and it deserves to be recognized. Thank you for cultivating such an exceptional environment. Your team truly sets a benchmark for excellence. Warm regards, Just the peachy teas.”
“Perfect selction if you live up in east kelowna.. Or if you playing ball. Or just passing by Convinence At its best, clean, tidy never out of date on prouducts, excellent prices and might snag a deal. Have a letter to send they have a post office its all there , great job ladies.. Love the smiles.”
“This location is my One Shop Stop since it opened in Kelowna Staff here melts the heart and warms the heart , especially Arpan who goes above and beyond the call of duty with her professionalism that shines like a glowing star in the Okanagan Valley . She always makes my day sunny when I see her . A Most delightful employee who cares”
“One of the best repeat experiences of customer service that we have experienced and given that It is just a convenience store!? They maintain a very clean fresh safe and professionally friendly environment for the public. Their professionalism and respectable customer service is appreciated!!!!”
“a year ago Absolutely amazing store. ALWAYS COME HERE! I was assisted while checking if the ice cream was runny (like usual). This was followed by 3 nice men attempting to help me over the apparent issue. Trudeau immigration policies are alright”
“Busy corner of Harvey and Spall Rd in Kelowna Awesome deal on slushies right now $2 all sizes.. I love the coke one!! ? My son got some chicken wings as they were $1 each and they were very tasty and meaty we tried the honey garlic ones. The guys behind the counter were super nice and friendly and the place was clean.”
“I visited here last night and had a very pleasant experience. The store was neat, everything was easy to find, and the employee on duty was respectful, friendly, and quick to help. Customer service like this makes a difference.”
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