208 W Alabama Ave, Bessemer City NC 28016
“I love this place. Seriously, it's the best ABC store in the Carolinas. It's always the people that make the difference, and I promise you that this place has the crew to make your shopping experience a great one.Terry and everyone here would make you feel at home. I drive from Charlotte to shop here because they're that nice. If you should stop by, tell them the Volkswagen Guy sent you, and please be nice to them.. By the way them have a great selection too.”
2328 Country Club Rd, Lincolnton NC 28092
“Country club market is the first market where I didn’t feel like a customer but family. When I bring my kids every cashier make them feel welcomed. They let me pump my gas first so that way I can actually fill up my tank instead of guessing. They even helped me when my wife was pregnant and craving Yoo-hoo. Thank you”
4472 NC-27, Vale NC 28168
“My neighborhood go to, Great store! Always have what I need , on the way home. Super friendly people! Very helpful. Hunt Brothers pizza is OUTSTANDING! The restaurant is always hot and fresh!”
1913 E Main St, Lincolnton NC 28092
“Why do people race? Cause they are in a hurry. Me too, why I stopped here. Raceway ain't wasting my time. Even had what I needed before I got there. Whoever thought of this idea needs a gold metal, Wow.”
973 W Hwy 150, Lincolnton NC 28092
“This place has a drive thru window that most stores don't have! Perfect with those with disabilities, or kids in the car! Friendly, affordable, large tobacco / beer selection.”
2140 Cat Square Rd, Vale NC 28168
“Always make it a priority to stop @ this store when possible.. open til 9pm. Wide variety of inventory. Cheapest prices in our neck of these woods on most items. Owner is local, almost always on site, & listens to his customers.. Definitely a highlight of the cat Square community.”
2159 Cherryville Rd, Cherryville NC 28021
“Great gas prices and the staff are beyond welcoming. Also they have fresh local produce and goods, and very reasonably priced feed for large animals (like cattle or deer).”
1804 Cherryville Rd, Cherryville NC 28021
“Nice friendly staff in a very clean store. The small Deli on the inside has some of the best fried chicken you can get whether it's light meat or dark meat all items from the deli or delicious. Side items such as corn dogs and other menu items are always good and fresh. Have been going to get their chicken for the last 10 years and will continue to do so as long as the deli inside is open.”
1022 N 14th St, Bessemer City NC 28016
“This is what I call my little store the know me and treat like family when they see me coming and now days you can't find to many people that will give you Hello and Good bye .”
2076 Startown Rd, Lincolnton NC 28092
“Most helpful , friendly and appreciates your business. Always has shelves stocked. Has enough help to take care of business. Just a great place to purchase gas, sandwiches and almost anything else you need.”
1022 N 14th St, Bessemer City NC 28016
“This is my local corner store, we're in here just about everyday. The owner is the nicest guy ever! He has a huge selection of snacks, drinks, and tobacco products. Yet he doesn't mind trying to find what it is you want if he doesnt have it.”
2100 Cherryville Rd, Cherryville NC 28021
“HOWDY to you all,jJust wanted to let everyone know that Waco stop and shop , is one of the best places to get almost anything you'd need. Great value and verities on many items. BEST gas prices. Most friendly staff, they make you feel like you're part of the family. DON'T JUST STOP....... STOP AND SHOP.”
5467 NC-27, Vale NC 28168
“A very nice, warm and welcoming country store if you need a quick bite, pickup a few things for home or need some gas this store does it all. Environment was kept clean and staff was very professional and courteous.”
6710 Dallas Cherryville Hwy, Bessemer City NC 28016
“We went in because they had a grill advertised. The owner greeted us and was so nice! The cook explained how things were made and told us about the quality. The chicken tenders were amazing! Perfectly seasoned and the ranch is homemade and delicious! The fries were crispy and fresh! My husband had a burger and it was fresh and delicious! Probably the BEST gas station food I’ve had in a while!!”
2847 NC-150, Lincolnton NC 28092
“Gas pumps worked well and you could read the screens on them. The lady behind the counter was really friendly. It smelled like they were cooking pizza and it smelled pretty good.”
2353 Bessemer City Rd, Gastonia NC 28052
“Store is so-so on inventory and price, grill food is not to bad. Especially for a gas station grill, and reasonable price for plate full. But that owner! I'd help her box any time she needed it. Wonderful personality and beautiful too boot. Recommend”
1216 Marys Grove Church Rd, Kings Mountain NC 28086
1500 E Main St, Lincolnton NC 28092
“I LOVE THIS PLACE! I drive up to the gas station and was immediately tackled and pinned to the ground and received a mask on my face. I was so relieved that the employees here cared about mine and their well-being! Not only was I grappled to the ground and given a mask, I was offered a smoke from one of the employees outside the store. I was beyond excited to purchase a Twix bar from this gas station and then purchase some gas. I felt outstandingly safe.”
1008 E Church St, Cherryville NC 28021
“All of the employees here are so very friendly, kind and caring to me and my boyfriend both. I wish every business had employees like this. I always feel so welcome here so I usually end up hanging out for a few minutes to talk. Very rare for me!”
3874 Dallas High Shoals Hwy, Dallas NC 28034
5467 NC-27, Vale NC 28168
“This place when I am bored I just stop by and get hot dogs or a quick snack, I started getting hunt brothers which I use to hate but after trying this place hunt brothers I will always go here for pizza, hot dogs, snacks, can pop and etc... These people are like my family. I enjoy stopping by. Stop by and tell em' Ross The Realtor sent ya!”
3778 NC-27, Iron Station NC 28080
“I have been going here for years, I remember the husband and wife that ran Jerry's! They were so sweet and my wife took care of Mr Jerry when he was in the Brian Center when the RN's wouldn't and cried when he left!! I Love stopping in and getting hotdogs with no onions ??? they are so good!! I will continue to stop in for whatever I need!!”
100 W Church St, Cherryville NC 28021
“As a kings mountain resident it's always worth the drive to get gas here. It's consistently cheaper than anything near me. I wish they had cinnamon rolls and a few more treats but other than that the food and drink selection are great!”
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