207 1st Center Ave, Brodhead WI 53520
“I wish I could have taken a picture of the chicken tenders my husband just bought me, but they didn't stand a CHANCE. They were gone before we got 2 miles down the road because they were THAT good ?”
700 North Cincinnati Street, Albany WI 53502
“I bad needed a cold drink and something to eat after cycling from Madison to Albany on the Badger State and Sugar River bike trails. I know there isn't much choice in Albany, but this place was a godsend. Right off the bike trail, clean bathrooms and friendly clerk. A slice of pizza, some PB crackers and some water and I was refreshed. Yes it's a pretty basic convenience store, but did everything right for what it is.”
2616 WI-11, Juda WI 53550
“Loading in the area stopped here to shower. Not a bad lil place. Decent parking for 18's. Shower was newer and clean. Coffee was good and cashier was funny & welcoming. Small grab n go sandwich/salad selection. Parking lot was clean and well lit.”
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