Buc-ee's - Expanding Near You?

[@joshmccollum8392]

Calling Buc-ees a convenience store is like calling a battleship a boat.

[@candle86]

All Battleship's are boats, but not all boats are Battleships fyi :P

[@maniacmike4438]

@@candle86 That was beautiful!!! 🥲🥲🥲🥹🥹🥹

[@koilamaoh4238]

Until they eat other boats, and become a big corporate boat full of crap..

[@ronaldhall2489]

Like calling Walmart a dollar store

[@Fox9582]

😂

[@nevereverr]

Cult Following is an understatement. In one of my High School elective classes, we were gonna travel from Austin to Corpus Christi, and more people were excited that we were gonna stop at Buc-ee’s than the actual destination

[@themagus5906]

Well, when the actual destination is "Uncle Bob's Lizard Emporium" for Biology class, can you blame them? 🤠

[@krypton1982]

That's hilarious! But I actually believe that. 😂

[@TheMeloettaful]

That is so true 🤣! My mom and I have a Hawaiian cruise coming up in a couple of months, but we have to fly to port to get there. But all I've been able to think about is whether or not we'll have a chance to stop at Buc-ee's to or from the airport when we get back lol 😂.

[@williamwallus]

Who the F wants to goto corpus christi when there is a bucees?

[@corbeaunoir8319]

Band trips r the same lol

[@idimation5579]

He’s covered Bucee’s, he’s covered Whataburger, now he must cover HEB to complete the Texas trifecta.

[@runrafarunthebestintheworld]

Yep I heard about HEB on the Kelly Clarkson show.

[@x7lbgamingx]

YES

[@MrBeardsley]

You just named three big reasons I lived in Texas longer than I planned to. I only left because the air is too thick for this New England boy’s blood.

[@DanDeGaston]

Having left Texas. . . you hit so major nostalgia points!

[@snowflakehunter]

It goes further than that! Blue Bell, Yeti, Big Red, Lone Stare Beer, Shiner Beer, Dr. Pepper, Siete Family Foods, Waterloo and those are the product/store that I can think of right off the top of my head! Most people don't realize that Yeti (yes, that Yeti...the beverage container manufacture) had stores.

[@bans5]

I think part of what makes Buc-ee's successful is that its not just a rest stop, but an event and experience. People are excited to go in and enjoy a great overall product.

[@jaylucien669]

It might be "gimmicky," but everything at Buc-ee's is legit. The food, service, cleanliness, gas prices. All of it.

[@bamafencer12]

The chips are my favorite. The gas also lasts longer.

[@drfarrin]

the fudge

[@jrussellcase]

Buc-ees is the Walmart of convenience stores. You go there for gas and a good pee, and you walk out with $500 worth of 💩 😂😂😂 We have one about 20 minutes away, I had to tell the wife to stop going inside or we'd go broke.

[@jimland7176]

I'm not really sure how they do it. Having a dedicated employee to clean the bathroom all the time isn't cheap.

[@ramirotorres7191]

@@jimland7176 they don't have a dedicated employee to keep it clean they just have cleaning and maintenance check on the bathrooms frequently

[@prettypic444]

As a woman who likes to go on road trips, i can't begin to stress the importance of safe, clean bathrooms.

[@pikarari]

Love's is probably really good for this, too (if the women's facilities are even half as clean and secure as the men's)

[@andrewd4413]

So many women are so afraid of "unsafe" restrooms but how common is it for a woman to be sexually assaulted in a restroom? If you really do feel unsafe carry pepper spray, know self-defense, and carry a taser. Women are evolutionarily hard-wired to be hyper-cautious to prwvent behind sexually assaulted or killed. But in today's America the vast majority of sexual assaults happen between people who know each other or live near each other. There just aren't many people going out of their way to rape women.

[@DogSpeak]

My mom worked the counter of a mechanic shop. The owner made sure the bathroom was cleaned twice daily, and well decorated, even fresh flowers. Everyone commented about it and they had a lot of female customers... #1 reason... If they take this good care of the bathrooms, they must do a great job on your car.

[@nahor88]

@@DogSpeak Honestly, it should be a business standard to have a bathroom as comfortable as the standard middle-class American household. Ethnic restaurants in particular can be really bad. You eat food full of grease and spices that gives you the runs, then have to sit inside a disgusting smelly facility for a longer than desired time.

[@40kanon]

Wawa has good bathrooms here on the east coast. Only gas station I'm comfortable "sitting" in. Cumberland farms also tend to be on the cleaner side.

[@jamestwigg4164]

My wife is a German citizen and we stopped at a Buc'ee's on a road trip. I didn't warn her or give her any information about the place before hand just treated it like a normal gas station stop. It was funny seeing her trying to process what was going on when she walked inside. She was utterly confused trying to grapple with what she was seeing lol

[@thomosburn8740]

my GF is from Kenya and her reaction was very similar!

[@judsonkr]

HAHAHA. Yep. Is tough to grasp for many folks.

[@cats400]

I would’ve paid to see that

[@CJ_Espinoza]

I think one way Buc-ee’s could stay competitive nationwide would be to regionalize different location. For example, in Wisconsin they could rollout new products like their own version cheese curds only sold at Wisconsin locations. It’d keep the local population interested and even make it a travel destination for some people

[@cats400]

They kind of do that. The core products are the same, but there are some regional variants between each location

[@StevenCarusone]

I've been to 4 Buccees. They are sort of regionalized. In Florida they are geared towards beaches, promoting boogie boards, swimsuits, umbrellas, and beach towels. In Alabama, they promote river touring with kayaks, and hiking gear. In Georgia they promote camping, and fishing. In Texas, they have a massive cowboy hat section. It's all minor differences, but effective.

[@bozimmerman]

But @CJ - that would not further the Texas conspiracy to spread our cultural imperialism over the entire world. Today Buccees and real BBQ; Tomorrow you are wearing Stetsons and giant belt buckles and saying 'yall' to your friends.

[@EZR725]

Walking into the bathroom gives you like this weird feeling of entering a Valhalla of urinals

[@thetrumpnewsnetwork7503]

roflmao

[@dormi_torio]

That is a perfect description

[@blackguyofthesouth2161]

Facts

[@jwhite11qb]

LMAOOOOOOOO😂😂😂😂😂

[@Tyler-Woody]

Perfect!!

[@markl.1408]

Several big things about Buc-ee's you didn't hit on. 1.) They make and bag their own ice on-site and is why they can sell 20lb bags for $0.99. 2.) They hold a patent for their soda fountain system and chill the incoming water very cold to reduce the amount of ice melt in the beverages. 3.) They are VERY strict on employees, and do not have places for them to sit in the back for break. You stand and eat your lunch, for example. They expect a LOT for what they pay, which is well above any other store. 4.) When they contacted ICEE to put machines in their store, ICEE was not convinced they needed more than once machine. Nobody ever needs more than one. They had to invite their ICEE representative to a store to show them the size and scale of the store to convince them. (This was told to me by a senior-level employee during a behind-the-scenes tour I was on, as I worked for vendor they used). They do have a cult following, but it was earned. The jerky wall isn't just "a lot of beef jerky", it is dozens of flavors of very high-quality beef jerky. The sheer amount of food they make on-site is staggering - fudge, nuts, cookies, BBQ, kolaches, and so much more. And all of it exceeds any sort of "gas station quality" preconception you might have. It only works because the two guys own it and refuse to lower the quality or cut costs on the good and services they provide. If they had shareholders to answer to, they would eventually cut costs and become another store with sub-par, "gas-station-quality" goods and services.

[@alicegregory4152]

I work for Bucees in Denton Texas. We use to have to stand to eat, but they have changed that.

[@jonhall3151]

I was about to say how the hell you gonna make me do anything I don't want to do when I'm on my lunch break? Must be stoopid.

[@1903tx]

A great thing about Buc-ee's is that they tailor their stores to the location. For example stores near the gulf have fishing gear sections and some in rural areas sell deer feeders and deer corn.

[@waderoberts3701]

They also have state related souvenirs.

[@sporadiceel6246]

Mine sells ammo and everything you could need for BBQ

[@sixthgatebass]

@@sporadiceel6246 sounds like a good BBQ

[@Caderic]

Most convenient store and even Walmart does this. It's nothing special.

[@hikerguy3895]

@@Caderichaha! No……. Most convenience stores don’t do it; at least not like Buccees

[@brocklewis7624]

2 Aussie friends visited me in Houston and I planned a whole afternoon of things to do. An hour in, I scrapped all that and we spent over 2 hours driving to and walking through the buc-ees. They could not get over the sheer number of gas pumps and they both bought beaver onesies for their Halloween outfits that year. It was the greatest thing to experience 😂

[@MrMassive7490]

We visited the Largest Bucees by accident when visiting Austin. I am from the NYC metro area. We have nothing like Buccees near here and i am truly jealous. It has literally everything. It’s everything positive about Texas personified. Big food, Good prices , outrageousness , and courteousness . When a store is a huge highlight of a cross country trip you know you made an impact. Greetings From NYC Buccees maybe one day you’ll be in my neighborhood.

[@thenoseknows9391]

There's nothing positive to say about Texas, especially after UVALDE 😡😭 and what Abbott just said about those five people including a 9 yr old boy being executed in their own house!!! Texas is one of the WORSE states in the Union 💯💯💯 FACTS!!!!!!

[@Jerseyguy8527]

Buc ees is great but just try to get decent Italian around here

[@iampotates]

Fun fact the average Buc ee's bathroom stall is larger than an average NYC apartment. Buc ees should buy Central Park and build one there.

[@wpl_jradio]

Lol... he said.. buy Central Park 😂🤣🤣🤣 Maybe they should buy Iceland too??! 🤣

[@VideoStartsAt1]

Go back

[@darknessoftruth9314]

As a Floridian, I stop at the Buc-ees along I-95 every time I go up to Georgia to visit family. It's always packed and it's not hard to see why. It has a kitchen and bakery you can see into to know what you're getting. They also have a gift shop, a mini-mart, and a massive selection of sodas, and a large cup's price is in the same ballpark as Circle K. Plus, being able to cater to big trucks, normal vehicles, and electric cars helps them out too. Overall, they have it all and is 100% worth the stop.

[@theboxman1184]

Its funny, my dad heard about Buc ees a year ago right before we went on vacation to Georgia. We stopped by there and tried it. When we came back home we stopped again. And the next year we went to Georgia we stopped again. The bathrooms are the best and while the female side has a line like any bathroom, it always moves so fast. And the huge soda selection is amazing. It just gives anyone who has something for everyone. and it encourages just grabbing something to see if you like it. Been to many gas stations but they are the best.

[@diemrcupcake]

Im about to move to Jacksonville so im very exited

[@darknessoftruth9314]

I heard talk of them looking for a spot to open a Buc-ees in Orlando. The problem is almost all the spots along the highway are occupied. Unless they can get Disney or some other land owner to sell, it will be difficult.

[@Vigil325]

Man, I feel bad for the guys working the see through kitchen, it's so much more stressful when the customers are staring daggers into the back of your head lmao

[@symphonic7585]

My marching band stopped at that buc-ees on our way to Washington DC for a parade and it was so good. It’s so massive and we were able to fit our around 200 members perfectly fine in the store. Everyone got what they wanted because of the massive selection and we had room to comfortably walk around after sitting in a bus for 3 hours lol. Buc-ees is great and I wish there was one down south.

[@TheZProtocol]

As a Puerto Rican, I visited the New Braunfels location thinking it was just a nicer 7/11 (which we also don't have) but I was so amazed and shocked that it felt like visiting Magic Kingdom when I was a kid. I had to go back. So, I literally made a hole in my vacation schedule and went back a couple of days later and spent like 2 hours inside. I bought the $25 cooler bag as a souvenir because I had to have something haha. Everything is bigger in Texas is no joke.

[@tamcar04]

I've been to New Braunfels before, I had a BALL!!

[@kriscynical]

Buc-cee's is a staple of my family's yearly road trip from Texas to Florida. Needless to say we're thrilled about the expansion because now we have three that we can stop at along our route instead of just one in Texas. Buc-ee's is the only gas station/travel stop that I would feel comfortable eating absolutely ANYTHING from, too, because all of their food is so fresh all the time. Additionally their BBQ smells incredible and beaver nuggets are criminally addictive.

[@kriscynical]

@@a.a.v9698 Good for you, I guess...? 🤷‍♀️

[@zchris87v80]

I'm excited, but also not due to traffic, that the 2nd SC location is being built less than 2 miles from me.

[@AndreNDP]

I'm Canadian, and I demand that jerky wall, that bakery, that barbecue counter, all of it.

[@RobSchellinger]

They sell BBQ smokers out front.

[@mikeh.1130]

Get rid of Trudeau first, then maybe.

[@nsimmons8620]

What about the roasted pecans and brisket tacos? And the seasoned saltines... best thing ever

[@nadinegriffin5252]

As a fellow Canadian, I agree 💯. They should have a Canadian location just because of their mascot.

[@TheRyujinLP]

@@mikeh.1130 I second this.

[@InfectiousGroovePodcast]

I lived in Michigan my whole life until about a year ago. Having moved to Jacksonville Florida, everyone kept telling me to go to Buc-ee's as soon as I got a chance. I finally went and now I totally get why there's so much buzz about them.

[@EastsideBodega_]

I really can’t explain the Buc-ees experience. Their bathrooms are amazing. We were in a Tesla, stopped to charge and we were so taken aback by the size that we drove back the next weekend JUST to shop. Buc-ees is amazing. Worth traveling for.

[@carrie5471]

Wish they would put one in CA

[@ms_cartographer]

I hope we can have them in Indiana. Also, I love that they pay at least $17 per hour for lower level employees, and they actually take care of their workers.

[@ikemeitz5287]

They just opened one in KY, so it's only a matter of time! I bet we'll see one on I65 or I74 sooner or later.

[@Wx140]

I hope they will open one in michigan

[@ms_cartographer]

@@Wx140 agreed. They need them in the whole Midwest!

[@gfy2979]

They treat workers like garbage

[@raykane2063]

They are Recording you in there bathrooms

[@southwahl]

You nailed it. I stop at the Georgia location every time I head from Florida to North Carolina. There has never been a time where it is not slammed, I mean every pump being used, every parking space full. It never gets old and we always love to get something new.

[@missyr8056]

"Everyday is a new hell" -A Buccee's employee when we asked his opinion of the rubber chicken display that children were constantly playing with

[@jwhite11qb]

😂😂😂😂😂 that’s amazing

[@DSPs_Swollen_Snort-Sacks]

Read the employee reviews on one of those job websites like glass door or Indeed.

[@TheBigdutchster]

It's pretty common in any retail situation. Believe me, I know. I had the constant desire to taser the parents.

[@ninianstorm6494]

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[@hikerguy3895]

@@DSPs_Swollen_Snort-SacksI worked at Buccees. They paid for my college and nursing school. It wasn’t easy but it wasn’t that hard either and they were very good to me.

[@LostHeroOfTime333]

Buc-cee's isn't just a place, it's an experience

[@Plush_Collector]

🧢🦫Buc-ee’s is such an amazing brand and their stores are so clean and wide. There is so much Buc-ee merchandise that I couldn’t help but buy over seventy dollars worth of food, plushies, and clothes. I have a Buc-ee plush with multiple shirts I can customize him with and a puppet of him. Their bathrooms are probably the cleanest in the world to be honest plus they are wide and spacious just like the rest of the store. The stores even have a Buc-ee statue to take a photo with outside. The food is pretty good and have a wide selection of delicious treats and beverages. Buc-ee’s is definitely worth visiting and it is indeed an experience. 🧢🦫

[@Zones33]

It's texas pride

[@MrBeardsley]

When I lived in Houston and my sister was in Texas on business once, I told her “Since you’re gonna be driving between a bunch of big cities, Buc-ee’s is your best friend. Always look for the friendly beaver.” Best piece of advice I ever gave her.

[@snowflakehunter]

I've been to a few run-down convenience stores on the wrong side of town in my life. Believe me, that an experience as well!

[@krypton1982]

​@@MrBeardsley That amazing brotherly advice! 😉😁 Spot on! 👍🏻

[@jackwright6740]

Been to one once. It felt like I was in a Wal-mart but if everyone was really happy. I think I could do all my Christmas shopping at Buc-ee's. I walked around the store with a coffee in one hand and a big slushie in the other. It was fun. What's so funny is that if you described the concept of Buc-ee's as a potential business idea to someone, they would rightfully think you were crazy.

[@perceivedvelocity9914]

This can only exist because it's family owned. A corporation would cut costs. Lower paid less motivated employees, cheap ingredients and dirty bathrooms.

[@EarnestWilliamsGeofferic]

It's not 'family owned'? And it is incorporated ...

[@bamafencer12]

They pay their employees well too. A Manager can make over $200K too.

[@perceivedvelocity9914]

@@EarnestWilliamsGeofferic They are a private company. That can be a advantage if they have the right management. I was basically trying to say that they do not need to destroy their own company to please short sighted stock holders.

[@IzzyTheEditor]

​@@bamafencer12 Not true AT ALL, lol. Store managers only make a MAX of $32/hr. or 62k/yr. District managers only make 40-50/hr. or at MOST 96k/yr.

[@mikes-wv3em]

@@IzzyTheEditor costco pays cashiers $32 after 5 yrs. salary plus 2x/yr bonuses. even part time.

[@stcrombie]

We spent ten days visiting family in the Dallas area last year. We found ourselves at Buc-ee's nearly every day. We bought gasoline. We got the car washed. We loaded up on jerky for the drive home to Tucson. Our niece, who lives there, loves the place and hates to cook, told us that once her young son asked, "Can we please have dinner from somewhere besides a gas station?"

[@laikanbarth]

I do love their barbecue sandwiches!!

[@GeorgeVCohea-dw7ou]

To be fair, Buc-ee's doesn't have tables to sit at, and it would be annoying to get much food from there. Perhaps, they need a bit more room for something like that.

[@mikewilliams7377]

@@GeorgeVCohea-dw7ou it’s not a restaurant

[@kirbymarchbarcena]

Any store with a clean and sanitary bathroom/toilet deserves an award

[@cyrbuzz6615]

I think these places are great. The fact that the founders have complete control and not some overpaid board members is what is making this work. Imagine how much better other companies would be if they kept their companies out of the hands of outsiders. Companies like Disney come to mind.

[@hedgeearthridge6807]

The first time i visited a Bucee's was strangely impactful to me, it made me grateful for how good we have it here in the US, to be able to have gigantic gas stations like that. Everything was great too, the cleanliness, service, products, etc. It's not just a gimmicky big gas station, they are providing quality service, it's astounding to me.

[@timbowalk14]

Whats even more astonishing to me is that a lot of them are in the middle of nowhere to have that great of service. I love Buccee's

[@MnemonicHeadTrip]

@@timbowalk14 you know, something I’ve always wondered is who works at them? They’re usually really out of the way from most major towns or cities, I wonder how long employees commute

[@candle86]

@@MnemonicHeadTrip likely not far, there are maybe 40-50 employee's younger folks, and while they might seem in the middle of nowhere, they are in smaller towns and areas, though some arn't such as the 3 in the DFW area, but in general most of them are, this offers them cheaper land prices of course, but small towns also have plenty of young people that want a job, and your opportunities for a lot of them are farming/ranching, the local industry, or Wal-Mart/Fast Food/Gas Station, and Buc-ee's pays better than the other people in the final group. I know this little tid bit because I come from small town Texas, I was just one of the lucky ones who got away, but most of the folks I grew up with are still working in that town, married, have kids and just work whatever job they can, and that's where Buc-ee's get's people, it likely also helps with turnover.

[@MartyMacFry]

Americans love to self hate themselves and their country but they have no idea how lucky they have it in many different ways and how close they are today to lose it all.

[@rmp5s]

Makes me think you're not from here, you're older, or you are prior military/well traveled...many Americans have absolutely ZERO perspective. They just make twitter comments on their iPhone, bitching about capitalism or whatever, while sitting in their car with the AC on, drinking a Starbucks whipped skinny mocha frappe latte...

[@patrickmccabe6445]

I went on a field trip with my band and we went to a bucees at 3 am in South Carolina, that place is heaven, any tiredness I had was wiped away by the sheer glory of that place

[@kaiser371]

Was that in the last two years? It's one of the newest locations and I didn't get a chance to go to it on my way back from North Carolina

[@patrickmccabe6445]

@@kaiser371 yeah it was in January. We also went to one in Jacksonville but idk how recently that was built

[@_indielily_]

Earlier this year Mm band stopped by a bucees as well after a competition. Got a real good cinnamon roll from there the place is crazy.

[@andrewc6580]

We love our Florence Buc-ee’s!

[@tjstone1071]

My wife is from Austin, so we used to go to the Bastrop location a lot. I think they are being very smart about what locations they are choosing in new states and how spaced out they are from each other, so they're doing the closest thing they can to mimic their Texas strategy as possible. They have such a unique concept, as long as they don't canibalize themselves by building too closely to each other, they will be a smashing success.

[@luiscalderon3210]

Just don't build too many, so they can stay exclusive! Loved your comments!

[@protohunters]

As someone from Alabama I can tell you when I first went to one after hearing people rave about it, people LOVE this store. It felt like Black Friday chaos but somehow organized and no trampling.

[@mintz9782]

Well Alabama ain’t as different from Texas as their planned locations up north. Still part of the south with a similar atmosphere. But I still think it’s so good as long as they stop short and don’t try to go to New York or anything like that.

[@MrPolandball]

What is there to love? It’s just an oversized gas station that sells junk food and greasy meals that give you food poisoning. You people are low culture.

[@blambrah9457]

The new Athens store in AL follows the same formula as the Buc-ee's expansions in TX with positioning between major cities: it's right off of I-65, around halfway between Birmingham and Nashville (~2hrs from both), and near the I-565 junction to Huntsville (almost right at a half hour to the Saturn V). Also, this is the kind of area that still gets really freaking excited for new chains. Over the past decade, there was a similar level of hype around Trader Joe's and Whole Foods. Heck, when I was in high school in the mid 00s, my school's marching band played the opening of the Walmart Supercenter. This is absolutely a place where Buc-ee's can thrive. One caveat, Buc-ee's here in AL still feels very TX in a strange way. Like, there are some small Bama touches to the homegoods sections, like AL-shaped signs and kitchenware and a fishing section, but there was mostly a strange amount of southwest-specific items that were fun to look at but not anything I could see myself or most people from this area buying.

[@brentmitchell427]

The way I explain Buccee's to people who've never been there is "Imagine if Chic-fil-a and Bass Pro/Cabellas ran a truck stop".

[@jrr851]

Gas Pro Shops

[@someonenamedbob]

That's actually a compelling argument.

[@bobbygetsbanned6049]

That's about the best description I have heard lol.

[@LynetteTheMadScientist]

I describe it as a luxury gas station

[@MrsPhillipsFromTX]

@@jrr851 I just saw a billboard for Buc-ee's this week outside of Hillsboro, TX that used this as a slogan - "Gas Pro Shops." I think they read your comment.

[@RonnieBarzel]

The breakfast sandwich at the Buc-ee’s in Calhoun, Ga. still stands as one of the most delicious breakfast foods I’ve ever had. I’m not even limiting it to “…for a gas station.”

[@fawncappitelli4297]

That's our must stop store when we're on vacation. The breakfast sandwich and Beaver Tots. 🤌🏻

[@D71219ONE]

Dang, driving to Florida from Indiana or Illinois for us, we always hit it late in the day. I’ll need to figure out a way to get breakfast sometime, lol.

[@rayjones4616]

As a resident of Texas since 2018, I'm a Buc-ee's fan. I like they're huge selection of fountain drinks, and I like collecting the different color shirts that represent the city the store is located in. I currently have six, representing Luling, Baytown, Wharton, New Braunfels, Katy and Bastrop.

[@sethwaggoner6497]

Buc-ee's recently started opening their franchises across my state (TN) and we are scheduled to get one near my town along I-24 next year. I visited the one closest to me for the first time last fall, and, indeed, it is an experience all its own. I had heard the stories and the rants about it, and in my opinion, they all held their ground in truth. Buc-ee's is an amazing place, and it stands alone as a road-side "convenience store."

[@MikeV8652]

One correction: They're not franchises. They're all company-owned, and the company is owned by two men.

[@sethwaggoner6497]

@@MikeV8652 well, kudos to those two entrepreneurs!

[@DirtyDeedzSpeedShop]

As a truck driver, I appreciate how strict they are about trucks being there. When I’m off work and traveling with my family, I like going somewhere that’s safe, clean and free of trucks.

[@jz3572]

Trucker here too, but other drivers never wanna admit how much waste we collectively litter when they complain about bucc-ees not wanting commercial trucks on their lots. As much as I've been in truck stops it makes a lot of sense

[@vinniegillotti9347]

Also, a truck driver been at it for 41 years. The problem is there are so many absolutely slobs in the industry that have zero respect for anything.

[@frankauer99]

If you look at Crossville tn it shows amazing bucces across the street from a truck stop

[@Big_Tex]

I'm glad you take that in good spirits. I feel kinda bad for the truckers, but it must be admitted that's part of Buc-ee's success. It's not a truck stop it's just something different.

[@grape123]

I work at Buc-ee’s, and I can promise it’s probably the safest place you can go to on the road in Texas. Everything about Buc-ee’s is structured in a way to ensure every customer and employee’s safety, and I’m not exaggerating. For instance, another reason an employee is always in the bathrooms is not only to ensure cleanliness, but to also ensure that there are no issues where someone is in there when they’re not supposed to be. Also, notice how the walls in the stalls are closed off and the doors are lower-set compared to other convenience store bathrooms? Same reason.

[@pspreng]

I am a native Texan and have been to their stores many times. Everything you discussed was on target, but I do have one issue to complain about: except for the restrooms, there's no place to sit and eat anywhere, inside or out. They have great Texas BBQ but you can't eat it there.

[@kaitlynzuniga]

i've never considered this, but i think it would be a great idea tbh! it would definitely keep customers there longer! i wonder why they haven't already done that

[@leonb2637]

@@kaitlynzuniga They likely don't want the mess and clean up staffing it would need to properly do it.

[@ahefazajani2820]

They dont want homeless and drugged people sitting inside and making it the place to live. This is a big problem for every gas station.

[@gm12551]

I always eat in the car bc it’s just habit when on the road. We rented a hotel only 4 miles away and ate in the room twice as well.

[@ΒΞΔΝ]

@@kaitlynzuniga Same reason they don't allow Semi-trucks I suppose. It would all just jam up the place and invite some unwanted guests. A gas station of this size could attract drug dealers and lot lizards pretty fast ruining the experience for all. sadly, we see all too often shootings at gas stations, semi-truck stations littered with prostitution, panhandlers and homeless love gas stations as well for the high foot traffic. I suppose they have to keep it pretty strict there to keep the order and business model alive.

[@rebmon10438]

What I find interesting is when the New Braunfels Buc-ee's opened up, it was the only thing in the area. Now because of all the traffic Buc-ee's brings in a bunch of shopping centers and stores have popped up around it. I hope it does well in other states. I feel like it will as they seem to be near major highways.

[@Big_Tex]

I see that effect. At the Buc-ee’s north of McKinney in Melissa, there was nothing there; now they’re building a Taco Casa right across the street

[@nahor88]

I honestly hate to see our beloved Texas brands going out-of-state. Texas gets so much negative press in the media for certain political beliefs, but we can boast some of the best local chains in the country like HEB, Buc-ees and Whataburger. Funny enough, the only negative thing about Buc-ees is the parking lot. It's utter chaos due to it's enormous size and varied lane interpretations.

[@lizandroperez4084]

​@@nahor88for real, those stores is part of being proud of being Texan

[@stihl0256]

Most companies in which the founders retain full control are usually pretty great companies for the employees and customers. When the bean counters take over, things usually go downhill pretty fast.

[@Esraem]

Also Fortune Capital has killed so many companies... Just look at the fails that are shown on this channel

[@Matts_Presentations]

We got our Buc-ee's, in Crossville TN, nearly a year ago. I worked at a place where they needed the land that we were on, and I ended up documenting the construction progress, of the Crossville Buc-ee's from before construction to completion, and beyond. We ended up getting a new building out of it, too. As far as I'm aware nobody had ever done that before on KZbin. Buc-ee's brings in those that would have normally just driven on by, and those that stop visit other places around Crossville.

[@30pvfd]

Springfield Mo here actually annexed the land so Bucees could build and it would be in city limits and would get a tax break now they are revamping a whole interstate exit and cross over can’t wait 100 pump gas huge building won’t be long now hundreds of jobs for this area

[@1982MCI]

And I’m sure some of the new drag races they are having now at the Crossville track are pulling folks in from probly 15-20 states and I’m sure Buc-ee’s is picking up a ton of business on race weekends from spectators and racers alike! I hope it works out well for both the track and Buc-ee’s and both places stay busy. I’m in NC and plan on coming over to Crossvillefor some races this summer and a couple of my buddies already run there

[@masterpo3438]

I love that buc-ees

[@punchbuggy13]

Reading this while wrapped up in my Buc-ee's® blanket that I bought at Crossville TN, how funky is that.

[@Matts_Presentations]

@@punchbuggy13 Funky

[@TracksideViews]

I went to a Buc-ee’s near Birmingham Alabama last year and was completely blown away with the size of the place and everything it had. Truly an experience.

[@JonTheVGNerd]

I'm sad to say that we don't have a Buc-ee's in Puerto Rico. They don't exist, and I sadly cannot afford travel to the states to visit Buc-ee's. A shame too. 🙁

[@FigmentForever]

The Athens location (the one you are referring to) on I65 is a must stop every trip we take South. I love their BBQ pork rinds & price can’t be beat!

[@petoskey_stone]

@@FigmentForever probably was the one in Leeds

[@bandkid3282]

That's same one I just went too

[@BPOnTheAir]

My wife makes me stop at the Leeds location every other week for Beaver Nuggets. :D

[@reptocilicus]

One other thing about their billboards. They have a lot of them, a whole lot of them, as you approach a location along the highway. However, I have noticed that they really ramp up in number when you are approaching a competitor gas station/travel center. You can see a few along the road, and then 10 billboards within a couple miles of another travel station. Even on both sides of the highway at the same time. They really want their name in your brain when you pass the competitors.

[@RobSchellinger]

There's one up here outside Lafayette, IN. It just has the logo and says 400something miles. I think it's the one in Athens, AL.

[@nitahandorf1547]

Been to Bu-Cee’s many many times, yes it’s definitely a huge gas station, a shopping center, additionally - Restrooms are absolutely clean, so modern and lots of various pastries my favorites. It’s highly strongly recommended to visit and fill up your gas tank.

[@Maxime_K-G]

I actually told my dad about Buc-ee’s yesterday when we went to IKEA because I think it's one of the only other stores that has such a strong brand image. Just like how IKEA is way more than a furniture store Buc-ee’s is way more than just a gas station convenience store, it's like a small theme park!

[@dillonsmith3128]

I went to Bucees for the first time in Kentucky and pulling up to a gas station that has 120+ gas pumps is quite the experience when you first pull up. The inside is amazing. The food is amazing, Bucees soda is so good, the clothing is cheap and I love the designs (I really love my Christmas onesie). They make fresh brisket all day long and it’s so good! I can’t explain the food though, it is so amazing.

[@jaysmith1408]

I’m surprised I never noticed the one in Richmond, though I can’t support them for leveling that gorgeous farm.

[@Philivox]

it won't be the "next big thing", but that's not what it's trying to be. Slow growth and good word of mouth has made it something we're proud of. Also fair warning, despite there being plenty of stalls there's still a line for the women's bathroom on often-traveled weekends.

[@cleio81]

I don't think there's ever NOT a line for the women's bathroom as a general statement. lol

[@The_Pariah]

Recently found your channel and I'm really digging all the background you give behind these companies. From current companies to defunct companies, you seem to really do your homework. Commendable. Keep up the good work!

[@chriscisco9880]

I have never heard of buc-ee’s, and I was skeptical at first. However, once I heard the words, “jerky wall”, and “dr pepper icees”, I think this sounds amazing.

[@joey.99]

I live in Texas, the big ones are pretty much grocery stores lol

[@PeachMilkPopp]

It’s pretty glorious

[@WhyCallMeLordLord]

@@PeachMilkPopp I concur!! I had to travel from CT to FL recently and it was right in the middle of the journey in Florence, SC off I-95 and we were blown away after stopping for gas and a pit stop. If you've ever stopped at South of The Border, this is nearby and I frankly loved it WAY BETTER! I couldn't wait to stop there on the way back home either as it was at the right distance for gas and pit stop! Their pecan logs are actually very good and not too sweet and the coffee is good as well as the pulled pork and brisket sandwiches. Also pick up their BBQ sauce for $2.99 which is quite tasty and just had it tonight with some pulled pork I made here on the smoker!

[@JetstreamGW]

Wait, Dr. Pepper Icees aren't a thing elsewhere? You can't kick a can without hitting a place that has Dr. Pepper Icees in this state.

[@stolenchapstick]

I'm from michigan and lived in austin for a few years. Honestly going to Buc-ee's is so worth it. It's interesting to know that people i met from texas if going on a road trip, they would go to a Buc-ee's instead of any other gas station - even if it was out of the way to where they were headed. One of the weirdest and most fun experiences I've had going to a gas station.

[@jimtownsend7899]

I had heard of Buc-ee's, but being in PA was a bit of an impediment from visiting one. When my grandson was going to school in Daytona Beach, I was visiting right after they opened a Buc-ee's just a few miles from him, so we had to go. Awesome! Loved it! Breakfast sandwiches on croissants that were as big as a Frisbee, and delicious! Gotta get back down South soon!

[@bryansipes3601]

We travel a lot between PA and Atlanta, to visit the daughter and grandbaby. We discovered a Buc-ee's just 30 minutes north of Dear Daughter. We like stopping there to gas up and grab a quick sandwich or breakfast burrito. Our go-to stops are Buc-ee's and Loves. I plan our gas-up and 'gotta go' stops around those two brands.

[@H1DD3NxN1NJA]

You at least got sheetz in PA, as someone from NJ I always stopped at a Sheetz every time I’m in PA

[@H1DD3NxN1NJA]

@@Fuckauf for real? I find people in NJ favor sheetz over wawa cause there’s more variety

[@gianfeliciano9816]

@@H1DD3NxN1NJA Thats a big lie.

[@digitaldan8223]

We stop at every one we cross paths with on road trips. Spacious, clean bathrooms, great snacks, low gas prices and plenty of outdoor space to let the dogs take a walk and sniff around (leashed, of course). Buc-ee's Rocks.

[@angelaterranova1577]

Love Bucees! Moved to TX from northeast a few years ago and instantly was impressed with Bucees! I would not call them a convenience store though. They are a rest stop located on highways with the intent to stop for restroom, gas, food, supplies. I have visited several outside of TX in FL, AL, TN and all are doing great!

[@jayballauer8353]

As a Texan, one of the important aspects of Buc-ees is that you know where their stores are. You watched them pop up and got excited to hear when they were expanding on a route you often travelled. This is when they became big...New Braunfels, then Madisonville, then Temple, then Fort Worth, then Terrell... You would then plan any highway trip with a Buc-ee's stop in mind. If you are on an interstate, the billboards only remind you of something you are keenly aware of. You are there for the experience and ironically the experience doesn't get old. Buc-ees is not cheap either. Their items, especially snack and food products, are marked quite high, but it doesn't matter because you will pay it. This is because you will stop for gas and the bathrooms...and the next thing you know you've bought $50 worth of snacks and $100 worth of souvenirs and other junk that you could have bought at Hobby Lobby instead. You will do this because you will visit grandma twice a year in San Antonio fully intending to hit Buc-ees in either Temple or New Braunfels at least once during the trip. You'll even do this AFTER spending $40 on kolaches at the Czech Stop in West.

[@JamesSGood]

we need a video on Czech Stop as well.😍

[@studebricker2845]

That's funny because I have been to several Bucees over many years and have never bought a thing. I just get gas and/or use the restroom. Everything is overpriced and I just don't get the hype.

[@colormedubious4747]

Czech Stop is great! There used to be a gas station in Chappell Hill (on the eastbound side of US-290 at Main Street) that also had really huge meaty, cheesy kolaches.

[@chinito77]

I've seen car stickers featuring the mascot overseas. I wondered what it was associated with. Someone told me it was from a sports team...they lied. Thanks for setting the record straight.

[@jeffa6543]

I had my first Buc-ees experience two weeks ago, when visiting our daughter who recently moved to the north Atlanta suburbs. The whole family tried to prepare me for it, but I was still overwhelmed by it. So fun! Each of my four grand-daughters wanted a Buc-ee suit and wore it at least part of each day we were at their house. I wish there was one near me!

[@DNTBINTROVRTED]

Bathrooms are an important feature. Speaks to cleanliness. As a previous operation manager cleanliness is one of those foundational things that a lot of places just get wrong it’s not a it’ll be OK type deal you have to stay on top of it. You literally can price yourself based on your bathroom as silly as it sounds is completely true because the cleanliness that’s required to make sure the bathroom is clean speaks to the amount of staff you have and personalities of the people you serve.

[@MrBeardsley]

Tell me about it, I went to my local movie theater on a Sunday a couple weeks back, they were severely understaffed and it looked like no one had cleaned the place all weekend.

[@joshm2610]

Even the smallest stores have absolutely spotless bathrooms with high traffic and you love to see it

[@justreadingthebible8810]

I spend a lot of time in rural Iowa for work, so I definitely know the value of a clean bathroom. It definitely influences which towns I stop in.

[@kenxclout]

I do Uber and I picked up newly weds from Canada who I took to Buc-ees. You would’ve thought they were going to Disneyland or something they were so excited to go to there 😂😂😂

[@Caderic]

What Buc-ee's is close to Canada?

[@miarussell6953]

@@Caderic they prolly flew into Florida or something

[@kenxclout]

@@Caderic They flew in to Houston to go on a cruise leaving Galveston. Needed something to do before their flight left that night and stop at Bucees on the way.

[@jermainec2462]

🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️😂

[@texanfournow]

Were they provided a newlywed stall in the bathroom?

[@T-Dawg75]

I have been to multiple Buc-ee’s, because i live in Florida and there are locations on the interstate highway in Florida and Georgia. And i do have to say, i was blown away from the size of the place. The Food is also fantastic, and the snacks you can grab are very unique and tasty. NEVER pass up the opportunity to try Buc-ee’s. Edit: the bathrooms are also totally spectacular.

[@GeorgeVCohea-dw7ou]

The first time I saw one being built, I looked at all of the already installed pump islands and was like, my god, WTF, that is just ludicrous and excessive but, now, I am like, they sized that about right with ~300 available there is hardly a wait.

[@rabbyssi4392]

Lol every time i passed it on that interstate I thought it was a warehouse because of the size 😂 i guess it kinda is

[@MrBeardsley]

I loved the bbq sandwiches the Texas locations usually served when I lived down there.

[@ueno1]

​@@GeorgeVCohea-dw7ou I thought 100 was enough!😂

[@GeorgeVCohea-dw7ou]

@@ueno1 It was on the west side of Houston on I-10; so, apparently not.

[@johna5563]

I live just north of Nashville TN. We’ve had a few Buccee’s open up with in 1-4 hours or less away. Pretty much any direction I go, there’s going to be a Buccee’s on the highway. And gosh. Is it nice to see that sign. I can get a nice drink or snack for the road. Gas. Definitely a nice bathroom which is near impossible to find anywhere these days. The one opening in Pidgin Forge/Sevierville is going to be the biggest they’ve ever built when it opens very very soon! Excited to stop next time I take a trip to the mountains!

[@EveningOfficer]

San Antonio native here. I can confirm that for basically all Texans (but especially San Antonians) the idea of stopping at a Bucees is as exciting as planning a day at a theme park. Bucees is that iconic and loved by us Texans, and I only hope they retain their identity as they expand across the nation.🤠

[@MatthewMendez135]

Same here in Dallas my guy. My gf and i planned a whole date on going to bucees not to long ago. And its crazy how you don't have to plan it to even go. We'll just go for the hell of it lol

[@howardkrieger7776]

Was introduced to them about3 years ago in texas, was blown away by the size and incredible number of items for sale. Now they have built 2 in Florida and I've been to both. Never had anything that wasn't great.

[@aynsleyhoelscher988]

On the beaver, my middle school banned buccee shirts because the principals thought it was connected to an innuendo. Of course no one had ever heard that particular innuendo until the principals had to explain it 😂

[@michaelinhouston9086]

🤣🤣

[@TaaxiCaab]

Lame.. I love beaver

[@jonwwillis]

If Buc-ee's shirts would have banned from our school we might have rioted... Seriously though I grew up where Buc-ee's started out.

[@TheLucky17]

😅😂

[@dianapearson1771]

I'm 73 years old and I've never heard anything that would be an innuendo related to that word!! That principle must just not like Buc-ee's for some reason. He's just gotten tierd of the t-shirt! Who knows??!!

[@Lonestar863]

Been to buccees numerous times but I’m also a native Texan but I love that even though it is always busy you’re not ever standing in lines to buy items. The cashiers do a great job of moving everyone along, the selection is awesome shirts, cups, buccees memorabilia, food, bathroom, smokers, the gas pumps they have it all. I’ve never had a bad time at bucees only wallet has 😅anytime I travel in Texas I’m stopping at a bucees at least twice on the way there and on the way back.

[@nicolaslara2041]

I’m a Texan so I’m very familiar with Buc-ee’s. I certainly haven’t visited every store, but a lot of the interior shots (even the bathrooms) looked very familiar, even beyond the level of consistency they have. In fact I’ve been to the one by College Station several times as well as the one between San Antonio and Houston with the world’s longest car wash. Great video. You mentioned HEB near the beginning so I’d love to see a video about that since they’ve been the only grocery store I’ve ever known.

[@itszirvah]

i think he has one on h‑e‑b

[@DanielleStarry]

I second this request! I could not find another video about HEB on this channel. I do recall Business Insider writing an article about how and why HEB is the best grocery store in the US.

[@Neo-hw7nu]

​@@DanielleStarry I seem to remember a video of his on HEB

[@PaulDozierZZoMBiE13]

Love Buc-ee's so much. I live in Fort Worth and used to date a woman who lived in Denton. For those not in the DFW area, that's about 50 miles apart. We used to do date nights once on the weekend and another evening during the week. I was so happy when the put in the Buc-ee's near the Motor Speedway. It was perfectly halfway between my home and hers. I stopped there every week just to fuel up the car and me on the way home after our Sunday night date nights. Buc-ee's is the best!!

[@WHITEPERSUAS1ON]

One of my favorite Bucees moments is when Jeff Van Gundy went on a rant for how great Bucees was during a nationally televised NBA game. It's hilarious.

[@cedarflags]

When I was in Rome, I saw many Italian natives and stores with Buc-cee's shirts. It's crazy how big of a trend this place is even thousands of miles from one.

[@kevineckelkampe2r]

Wtf

[@SwordfishSpike50]

I got notified about this video just as I was drinking from a Buc-ee's coffee mug I bought on a trip to Texas just a few weeks ago. The bakery was my favorite part: fresh cookies and kolaches (which I had never had before), and the fudge was great too.

[@rdogg4evr]

I’ve been to Bucee’s in Kentucky on a road trip and I love it. Every traveler loves a clean bathroom to use. And the parking lots are well lit and feel safe. That can be hard to come by on a road trip.

[@InvestmentJoy]

It's a great place and I thought that your description was quite accurate. What will make or break the brand is depending on can they keep the demographics and traffic utilization similar outside of Texas? The only one that I have personally visited has been in Kentucky was early afternoon non holiday weekday and it is as a absolute mad house. Something to consider is they are building locations along major arteries that have similar traffic statistics that a small town may have total. Yet we don't see Walmart refusing to build in towns with *only* 20,000 people in them. That's the population base Buc-ee's is pulling from

[@dot_lol]

Walmart built one in my town of 8000(minus prison population)

[@tedjohnson4451]

@@dot_lol Sounds like Crescent City, CA

[@The2ndFirst]

I think what Buc-ees has proven is they can make it outside TX. It's not black magic. They pay their staff well and demand high standards from their staff. They are a privately held company, so they don't care about investors and what comes with that. What to travelers want? -Gas, and not to wait for it. -Clean bathrooms -Food and drink -Maybe trinkets Buc-ees is there for ya. Chicks dig kitch. They got kitch. Dudes dig outdoor gear. They got outdoor gear. The location in Wharton ha some amazing high end smokers and grills that are just...dude magnets. They know what they are doing. All they have to do is get management in place that enforces standards. They will have to do it ruthlessly. You pay top dollar for the job and you can do that. They will do fine.

[@SaraHessXXIV]

There's one coming to Virginia. Never heard of the place but I'm kind of excited about it.

[@The2ndFirst]

@@SaraHessXXIV Give it a visit. Wait a couple of weeks after the opening.

[@fredgarvin716]

I've never heard of Buc-ee's, but I love taking road trips and seeing some of the pit-shops along the way that really cater to travelers. Nothing worse than stopping at a tiny gas station with a grumpy guy sitting behind plexi-glass and a bathroom that has never been cleaned.

[@poofpiff3195]

good description, and i feel like you outlined all the main things that people love about it! also all that food is delicious as well and they have some amazing sandwiches

[@JPS47]

Oh the food is always worth going on a trip going up north. Even if it's just the small one going into Houston

[@Drejitsu316]

I'm from Houston and travel to and from Austin & San Antonio every other month or so & I cannot emphasize enough how much fun it is stopping at Buccee's, especially when I'm traveling in a group. Great food, great service, PERFECT restrooms.

[@mcdudely]

Buc-ee's is wild. I've never spent so much time at a gas station before.

[@flipperdunkprettyhighscore]

I live in Wisconsin and went down to Florida for the first time this March, and in turn went to my first Buc-ees. Literally while I was on that trip, they posted the article about possibly putting one in Wisconsin. And now on the interstate near Madison, they put a Buc-ees billboard saying that the closest one is 600 miles away. Hoping that’s advertising around their future Wisconsin location. I live like an hour away from there but will go weekly if my state gets blessed with a Buc-ees

[@nicholefontaine9299]

Such a great place! I'm excited they're expanding in Tennessee

[@MikeBodo]

Never heard of Buc-ee's until having stopped at the one in Gulf Shores on my way to Mobile airport in March. WOW! is all I can say. I was blown away by the entire operation. Uber friendly employees, awesomely clean and pleasant bathrooms and the food is no joke. I had the brisket sandwich and homemade chips for lunch and they did not disappoint. Their jerky is off the charts and blows away Jack Links for a fraction of the price. They have an incredible gift department and more fun knick knack items than you can shake a stick at. The owners have got the formula down and there's no reason they couldn't replicate their forma successfully is any state, same as Cracker Barrel has proven.

[@MattShelby]

I stop at that Buc-ee's at least twice a week for a brisket sandwich

[@HolyMackinaw]

As a Canadian who lives in Ontario and loves watching informative KZbin videos I wish that Bucee's would open up a location near me.

[@Calico5string1962]

Once y'all get rid of your little commie leader Justin Trudeau, perhaps they'll think about it.

[@MrTCMWHeeLZ]

Same here, bud.

[@wolfeadventures]

My family in Florida can’t stop talking about this. Thank you now I have a clear understanding of why they’re so excited about it!

[@kylekyle6940]

I have told so many people about bucees because it was probably the single best gas station experience I’ve ever had. I pray to god they bring them up north to compete with the other chain gas stations. Hopefully their pay scale will grow with the company and make competitions raise their wages more too, people could use it.

[@SINREKA]

I was driving from Baltimore to Miami and saw a sign for Buc-ee's in Florence, SC. It said something about their bathrooms being the best or something like that. I had heard of the place previously, but had never been in one before. I was definitely in awe walking into there and seeing how big it was. And the sign wasn't lying about the bathrooms either.

[@sokyoutdoors588]

Matt Mitchell has a video up about Bucee’s and jokes that it is his goal in life to pee in all the toilets in the one he lives closest to.

[@johnmeeks1974]

I wonder if South of the Border's days are numbered now that there is a Buc-ee's in Florence, SC.

[@guyrocketram9698]

more brands need goofy vintage looking cartoon mascots.

[@MrGdurfey]

I live 15 minutes from the Buc-ees's in South Carolina. I go there every so often. There is never a time that the store is not totally packed. It is even hard just moving through the store with so many people, yet when you check out it is very fast because unlike walmart they actually have people running every check-out.

[@zata1197]

I literally just went to a buc-ees for the first time today and then this video comes up 😂 all I can say is I sure hope one comes near me, it lives up to the hype

[@steviewonder2362]

What hype? It’s literally a big gas station with nice bathrooms.

[@uolamer]

@@steviewonder2362 Also great customer service. With that big gas station also comes a huge selection of drinks, foods and many other items well beyond any normal gas station.

[@jonny-b4954]

Big brother social media watching you, haha

[@zata1197]

@@steviewonder2362 it’s got plenty of hype I promise, I knew the store long before I ever went to one because of its reputation with people who travel regularly

[@shido_rimru_]

​@@zata1197 yall hype anything it's not that deep

[@thesam9833]

We got a Bucee's in Daytona, FL about a year or two back. I drive by it very frequently. It's consistently packed, like, ridiculously packed. Doesn't really matter what time of day, it's always filled to the brim with people filling their carts with goodies. I frequently train new employees for my company and it's part of my onboarding process. You're not official until we stop by the Beaver.

[@datboytheo]

You did a great job. They have 2 stores in Florida now, too. They also never put items in the store on sale. They have regular prices, and people still buy because the restroom brings you there. Rhe management staff will get in trouble if the restrooms are not cleaned and some secret shop comes in.

[@k-nickDTX]

I live just a few miles from a Buc-cees here in Texas, and I can say much of this was pretty spot-on. Here's a few other things that I think are worth mentioning: -The immense and eclectic selection of souvenirs and merchandise goes way beyond just branded stuff. They also carry a lot of beautiful and high-quality stuff produced by a variety of companies, including small businesses, local companies, and artisans here in the state. My wife and I have, by total accident, run into each other in our Bucc-ees while Christmas shopping for each other. A lot of their selection makes phenomenal gifts. -The place knows how to handle a crowd. Even in the middle of the afternoon on a holiday weekend, when the roads are packed with travelers, it's possible to get in, get what you want, get checked out, and get out without getting completely overwhelmed by the sheer number of people. -The food is far, far better than what you'd think of as "gas station" quality. The barbecue is genuinely better than some dedicated BBQ restaurants I've tried around here. It's definitely a better, fresher meal than probably 95% of available fast food from other restaurants and gas stations. (Also, those in-house potato chips are killer.) -They have their gimmicks, but the brand has built itself to be uniquely and unmistakably Texan to the point where it's now a cultural icon here. I joke with my friends from out of state that if you ever want to find the Texans wherever you go, just wear a Buc-cee's shirt. The Texans won't be able to keep themselves from gleefully pointing it out and stopping you to say hello.

[@GothVampiress]

i'd love to see more on convenience stores, really. they're such an integral part of any traveler's life and they very so wildly from region to region. a casey's or a wawa video would be pretty interesting i think

[@isweatglitter5809]

After buc-ees video Wawa is just a regular store.

[@ACoolKidsProduction]

I would just about pay to see one on Sheetz vs. Wawa. Probably the best rivalry in the business. People from states that have both have strong opinions on which they prefer.

[@isweatglitter5809]

@@ACoolKidsProduction I’ve been to Wawa & sheets. Idk seems like sheetz will hire anyone. Wawa seems cleaner to me at the locations I’ve been to.

[@MrBoomBlops]

Wawa over sheets. Wawa has better coffee and food

[@dalemarshall625]

Try 80 gas pumps

[@Thevidgame]

I love Buc-ee’s as a Texan! It’s one of my favorite places to go while traveling on the road!

[@nittanyburg20]

I discovered Buc-ee’s during a trip to Texas a few years ago, and the fact that there aren’t more of them should be a crime

[@jamesedgar3442]

My stepfather lives in Crossville, TN (Mom passed in March of this year). A Buc-ees opened there about 18 months ago - on I-40 between Knoxville and Nashville. Haven't been inside yet, but the parking lot is always full, so the concept is working there. I think they could be successful all over the South.

[@carltumminello3049]

I only recently heard about them from a friend who lives in Texas. As someone who lived most of his 47 years on Long Island, but now lives in Tucson, AZ, you might find it interesting to know that i am really impressed and would love to go visit one. If one ever opens here in Tucson, i am there.

[@chrisadkins8321]

Wow, this is some insane timing. I saw a bumper sticker last week that said something about Beaver Nuggets. I had no idea what it was in reference to, but it’s been lingering in the back of my mind ever since. I live in Ohio.

[@mf_shune1948]

I recently stopped at the Adairsville location on my way back from Chattanooga, TN to Atlanta, GA and this video basically summed up why I thought this place was absolutely amazing. Even when slammed (an employee said they see more customers a day than the local Walmart) because of a softball game (BOTH teams in addition to the coaches and parents, etc were present on top of the normal patrons) the wait was less than that of a typical convenience store, there were clothes for sale, knickknacks, toys, etc and amazing food and beverage options. The entire place was bustling but exceptionally clean, and all the food I purchased (a brisket sandwich, two burritos and various flavors of Jerky) were top notch and high quality. I see no future where this brand doesn’t absolutely dominate the market, as there is simply no competition because of the sheer variety of services this company offers at its locations.

[@bryansipes3601]

Adairsville is the location that we like to stop at, just before we arrive at our daughter's place in Acworth GA, or as we are leaving to head back to Pennsylvania (to gas up and grab a breakfast burrito). This morning my wife sent me an article stating that a new Buc-ee's is opening at the Sevierville TN exist 407, just north of Knoxville. That will be a great location - the Gateway to the Smokey's.

[@YourGuyMinty]

I showed my fiance what Buccees was, and from then on it's a family tradition to stop at every Buccees we see. I never thought a gas station would make her so happy and excited.

[@KeavyGoesLive]

I am legitimately planning a vacation to Buc-ee's purely so I can experience their food. I've heard so many good things about their barbecue.

[@mattmcfly2165]

Get the loaded burrito! 😊

[@mattlawson8516]

Get those Beaver Nuggets and chocolate/PB Overbites. Can’t say enough good things about their snacks.

[@zata1197]

just had that brisket sandwich for the first time the other day and it was great, I'm not really a fan of brisket bbq normally but they've got a good sauce that really makes the sandwich. oh and the beaver nuggets are crack, I stopped on my way back and bought two more bags.

[@randyyoder4898]

@@zata1197 The brisket sandwich is really good but it's all high priced. They have a lot of good food choices that are real good.

[@EthanWI349]

As a Wisconsinite that spent 10 years in Texas, I’m really excited about their planned expansion to our state. Wisconsin already loves the Bucks so why not Buc-ees?

[@bobby_greene]

Would you compare and contrast bucees and kwik trip for me?

[@ironrey8]

@@bobby_greene Hard to beat Kwik Trip!

[@JohnWagnerVideos]

It'll be really interesting to see how they compete against Kwik Trip in Wisconsin. They're another family owned company with over 800 locations in WI, MN, IA and a very small presence in IL and MI. Perhaps you could do a video on them too.

[@JohnWagnerVideos]

@@Pipsqueak- You from Iowa?

[@MicahThomason]

Says the Head of Marketing of KwikTrip. 😅🤣😀😇😜

[@armour182]

What about Kum and Go? Seen those in wisconsin lol

[@JohnWagnerVideos]

@@armour182 I think you’re mistaken, there are no Kum & Go’s in WI.

[@sneakyquick]

Bucees will blow everything away.

[@rinkopr5561]

I am part of the beaver team. I had heard about Buckys, and finally had the opportunity to visit one on a trip to Ohio. I was amazed at the facility, and the fact that at 3 AM the brisket station and the kitchen we’re all man. I think the one thing you forgot to mention is his insistence to have so many fuel pumps, it’s unlikely you would have to wait. for an empty fuel pump. Since then, whenever I travel from Florida to Virginia, I plan my trip stops around the Buckys on I 95. And I have yet to walk out of the store without buying some Bucky beaver stuffed animal for a family member. Oh, and the oh my God fudge.