“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had an incredible experience at the Chevron in Santa Rosa, all thanks to Ms. Donna. I stopped there in a tough situation, barely having enough money for even one gallon of gas. I had just started a new job and haven’t received my first paycheck yet, so I was feeling pretty stressed. Ms. Donna’s kindness and generosity were truly amazing—she put almost 2 gallons of gas in my tank, enough to get me home safely. Her compassion and willingness to help a stranger completely turned my day around. It’s rare to meet someone so selfless and caring, and Ms. Donna made a lasting impact on me. Her act of kindness reminded me there are still wonderful people in this world who go above and beyond to help others. Thank you, Ms. Donna, for being such a bright light in a difficult moment. Chevron is incredibly lucky to have someone like you, and I’ll always be grateful for your generosity.”
“This CEFCO Convenience Store is basically a painter’s paradise. Pull up any time of day and you’ll see trucks lined up, boots dusty, and a crew grabbing fuel, snacks, and la Modelo and a Monster. Honestly, one of the cleanest gas stations in Santa Rosa Beach. Floors don’t feel sticky, bathrooms are solid, and everything is laid out easy so you’re not wandering around like an idiot looking for coffee. They’ve got a ridiculous variety of drinks, dog treats and snacks. Location is clutch right at the top of Highway 393… which also means you’re rolling in straight from whatever construction obstacle course 393 has turned into this week. If you made it through the cones and traffic, this place feels like a reward stop. Fuel up, grab your caffeine, maybe a quick snack, and get back out there. Whether you’re working all day or just passing through 30A, this is one of the more reliable and clean convenience stores in the area.”
“That guy who was working in there around 12 was absolutely phenomenal. You could tell he genuinely cared about every customer that walked in. Even when things got busy, he stayed composed and made time for each person without rushing anyone. He was attentive, professional, and just had a really solid attitude overall. It’s rare to see someone put that much effort into making sure everyone feels taken care of. Honestly, if anyone deserves a raise, it’s him—he’s the kind of employee that makes people want to keep coming back.”
“The people are very nice but be aware that they rarely have coins for change. Outside is very well lit and an employee always seems to be outside checking on things. The store is always very clean and well stocked.”
“Easy to get in/out, You have a GREAT Convenience store there. It was my turn in line and the young woman clerk took time to give me directions to SanDestin. My phone had ran out of power and I NEEDED HELP!!! I had bypassed SanDestin by 2.6 miles. She was MY LIFE SAVER!!! THANK YOU!!!”
“Staff is always nice and the station itself is nice, but the pumps were all in Spanish. This is America. We speak English and the pumps need to be written in English.”
The Iowa retailer, the third-largest convenience store operator in the country, built its new three-year plan around three priorities: store growth, food and beverage expansion, and kitchen technology upgrades. The company plans to add 120 stores during the current fiscal year. Its previous plan, launched in 2023, delivered more than 500 new stores and earned the company a spot in the S&P 500.
Love's Travel Stops is starting 2025 with ambitious growth plans, adding 20 new stores and updating 50 current locations across the country. The truck stop company will upgrade its stores through its Strategic Remodel Initiative, which started in 2022. This includes the modernization of its recently acquired turnpike location in Stroud, Oklahoma. By 2035, over half of Love's 655 stores will be either new or updated.
Texas-born Buc-ee's is changing the way people think about gas stations and convenience stores. This chain is known for its huge stores along highways, some with over 100 fuel pumps. With its funny billboard ads, award-winning clean bathrooms, and branded items Buc-ee’s is hard to miss. The company wants people to actually plan to stop at Buc-ee's during road trips, not just go there as a last resort. And it's working - the chain has a huge fan base, with Facebook groups dedicated to Buc-ee's having hundreds of thousands of members.
Sheetz Inc., the Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain, is making big moves in the Motor City. The company announced plans to open four more locations across metro Detroit, weeks before opening its first Michigan location. The first Michigan Sheetz will open its doors in late summer at 33380 Wick Road in Romulus. More locations are planned for Taylor, Warren, and Macomb Township, each employing around 30 people, mostly full-time.
Love's Travel Stops is rolling out a new system that turns work into a game for its restaurant employees. Picture this: Three big screens in each restaurant, tracking how fast workers greet customers, take orders, and hand out food. It's not just for show - early results say it's making service 11 seconds faster on average. "These monitors track key performance metrics in real-time, such as greet times, order processing times and the time it takes for food handoff," Love's explains. The system creates a more interactive environment, fostering friendly competition between stores.