Dallas, Texas, United States of America
A convenience store like no other. Spotted mainly along the main interstates in Texas, USA and now spreading to other states.
During a driving tour through Florida in 2021 the big yellow sign alerting to Buc-ee’s location could not be missed. It was not until a later trip in Texas at the beginning of 2022 that it became clear what an institution Buc-ee’s actually is. Founded on the principle of giving convenience store customers what they really wanted (clean bathrooms and cheap ice) and then building from there. This is a business that has clearly focussed on getting the basics right and putting what customers want firmly in their mindset.
It is huge!
Each one is enormous! Around 120 fuel pumps and over 50k sq ft of retail space. There is plenty of parking and even when busy it never feels crowded
No queues
The sheer size of these places helps with this. And clearly its professionally managed and thought through to keep the customers happy.
Variety
There is a lot to be had in a Buc-ee’s. A massive range of snacks, drinks, food and items to buy. They have a good in-house bakery and BBQ, make their own deserts, fudge, and jerky. Of course, there are the Beaver Nuggets too.
People
All genuinely friendly. And not the false, forced friendly. These guys really appear to enjoy working there and what they do.
Brand
Its fun and appealing to all. There is a lot of branded merchandise. Everything from t-shirts, hats, towels and even bikinis!
Clean
The whole place is spotless. From the areas around the fuel pumps, the paving outside and super clean lavatories.
Value
Well known for its ‘cheap ice’ Buc-ee’s has taken its value philosophy throughout the whole concept. Everything is reasonable and well-priced for its quality.
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March 12, 2023
