103 East Myrtle Street, Baldwin IL 62217
“It's a gas station, they have packaged goods, and their pizza isn't bad. Their rewards program will help get discounts in the store as well. Typically you can get a good deal on monster drinks as a 2 fer deal. Many times you fill up and can run in and grab a snack and drink and you're back out the door in a moment. Never really experienced any delays when getting things.”
710 W Broadway St, Sparta IL 62286
“Im sure it was fine, it was 3 days ago and I don't remember going so nothing must've been too bad or good for that matter, but sometimes that's a good thing itself”
1291 Old Baldwin Road, New Athens IL 62264
“Wish gas stations had options like a farmers market with fresh, clean foods. Foods ok. The people are what make this a better choice stop. Man behind the counter always makes cheesy jokes and it makes my day. Friendly atmosphere!”
600 E Lyons St, Marissa IL 62257
“it’s a good place. Their fountain sodas are really good and they’re actually cheaper than they are at BP, which is owned by the same person but the owner is a great guy. I’ve talked to him hundreds of times and he’s a really good guy. He knows what he’s doing and the gas station here is just amazing especially being 24 hours.”
943 North Main Street, Marissa IL 62257
“It's Casey's, you know, a gas station. For some reason maps thinks it's a gourmet restaurant lol. Food and beverage deals exist, take advantage of the 2fer specials on Monster drinks”
1205 N Market St, Sparta IL 62286
“I was in town for two days, had just drove through early November blizzard from Florida to Virginia then to Detroit before coming to Sparta. I was in unfamiliar territory, everyone that works at this store made me feel comfortable. Gas prices were the fairest in town. My phone was stolen last day in Sparta and every person working went out of their way to help and assist me. This stores emoyees, even at night hours deserve credit”
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