Buc-ee's coming to Arizona (to buy, closing, live)

[jlawrence01]

Originally Posted by AzScorpion12

Meh, I'm more excited that Winco is finally breaking ground in Goodyear. Everyone on Nextdoor is making a big deal of But-ee's but I don't see it. It remind me of Wall Drug in SD where they hype it up so much but it's a huge nothing burger once you go there.

I would agree with Winco Foods. We ALWAYS stop at the Chandler store on our trips to Phoenix and Surprise on our trips to Las Vegas. They make a heck of a sandwich for $2.99-3.99 and salads for $4. They have some good shrimp bowls for 30-40% cheaper than Frys.

Buc-ees is a fun stop. However, I get better food at QuikTrip at a fraction of the cost.

[beez74]

Originally Posted by Seguinite

I looked forward to Wall Drug for like 400 miles... or 750 or so billboards. What a letdown.


As to the pumps being 'far away' from the store, well yeah, asshats are gonna pump then leave their vehicles to shop and tinkle. Non asshats will move to a parking space. I can count on one finger the times I wasn't able to find a spot. It was at the New Braunfels, TX location on a summer holiday weekend. Many visits to multiple locations over several years.

AZ must be full of asshats! When I moved here that was one of the 1st things I noticed is the way everyone PARKED at pumps and went inside to shop and actually never even got gas....I actually made a post on here about it because it was so blatant and frequent when I got gas. The amount of times I pulled up behind someone as they parked, walked in then came out (after I backed up and went to a different pump) later and drove away with no gas was crazy to me.

[KurtAZ]

I don't see the pull. It is just another place to get gas with a bunch of stuff to buy inside. Maybe they should have a bunch of EV chargers since they have to hang out for a while.

[Ponderosa]

Originally Posted by KurtAZ

I don't see the pull. It is just another place to get gas with a bunch of stuff to buy inside. Maybe they should have a bunch of EV chargers since they have to hang out for a while.

German luxury car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz announced in November a partnership with Buc-ee's to launch a network of premium EV charging stations at most existing Buc-ee's locations as part of an ambitious plan to spread a high-speed EV charging network across North America.

https://www.news-journalonline.com/s...b/71908141007/

With this being a new location it would almost certainly have them.

[AzScorpion12]

Originally Posted by BOS2IAD

On one of our cross country trips, we stopped into a Wall Drug and had our dinner. I always remember that because when I gave our server my food order, I noticed that soft drinks were called "pop". So...I asked her what kind of "pop" they had. She said "what?" (Hmmm...she must not be a local). Then I asked what kind of "soda" they had. That she understood

As for Buc-ee's, a couple of years ago, we stopped at one in Luling, TX. We liked Buc-ee's. The souvenirs were all TX themed but the number of items they had when it came to food was amazing. We didn't try the brisket because we were on our way to a BBQ place in Junction but it sure looked good.

We bought a couple of plastic cups that had lids. After we paid for our items, the cashier told us that we could fill the cups with either a cold or hot drink for free! We did take advantage of that.

The restrooms were very clean. They have attendants that see to this. The ladies' room even had artwork for sale on the walls

My family in AZ has wanted to go to a Buc-ee's. I'll let them know about the one coming to Goodyear.

I can see stopping at one while traveling for the convenience. One stop to fill up, use clean rest rooms and buy a quick lunch that's better than a fast food joint. I'm not a big souvenir buyer and would certainly not want a Buc-ee's t shirt but to each their own. lol

Originally Posted by jlawrence01

I would agree with Winco Foods. We ALWAYS stop at the Chandler store on our trips to Phoenix and Surprise on our trips to Las Vegas. They make a heck of a sandwich for $2.99-3.99 and salads for $4. They have some good shrimp bowls for 30-40% cheaper than Frys.

Buc-ees is a fun stop. However, I get better food at QuikTrip at a fraction of the cost.

Yes, Winco has some great prices on their sandwiches and their chicken strips. You can't beat their bulk section either! We always get all our trail mix and spices there for much cheaper than anywhere else.


I've been here for 12 years and have never stopped at the QT right down the street from me so I doubt I'll stop here. I get my gas at Costco where it's always cheaper. The new one out in Verrado is really nice because they have 5 pumps per lane and I've never had to wait and the store is never as crowded as all the others. I'm sure that will change in time as Buckeye is exploding but for now it's nice and quick.

[KathrynAragon]

Originally Posted by AzScorpion12

Meh, I'm more excited that Winco is finally breaking ground in Goodyear. Everyone on Nextdoor is making a big deal of But-ee's but I don't see it. It remind me of Wall Drug in SD where they hype it up so much but it's a huge nothing burger once you go there.

Goodyear has enough gross fast food chain restaurants and gas stations and this will just add to the depressing sprawl of more junk in the area. Yes, I just watched the video and like Ponderosa said it looks like a glorified gas station. Love's on steroids.

Just wait till you try it.

[KathrynAragon]

Originally Posted by Nelliebell

A problem with Buc-ees in the Carolinas is that the gas pumps (of which there are many) are located outside the store. The parking lot is pretty far back behind the gas pumps so people park at the gas pumps and go into the store to shop. Makes it difficult for people wanting gas. Other than this I like the store and we stop here every time we head south. Avoid weekends.

And major holidays! I stopped in one on a Thanksgiving and it was more packed than I had ever seen one before. And I live pretty near one. It was insane!

[timothyaw]

Originally Posted by beez74

AZ must be full of asshats! When I moved here that was one of the 1st things I noticed is the way everyone PARKED at pumps and went inside to shop and actually never even got gas....I actually made a post on here about it because it was so blatant and frequent when I got gas. The amount of times I pulled up behind someone as they parked, walked in then came out (after I backed up and went to a different pump) later and drove away with no gas was crazy to me.

I guess I have been guilty of this when it's blazin' hot so that I can park my car in the shade. I try not to do it if it's very busy.

[BOS2IAD]

Originally Posted by KathrynAragon

And major holidays! I stopped in one on a Thanksgiving and it was more packed than I had ever seen one before. And I live pretty near one. It was insane!

Wow! I would have never expected it to be so packed on a major holiday! Most people are at home celebrating. Well...I guess for some a trip to Buc-ee's is part of their celebration

[KathrynAragon]

Originally Posted by BOS2IAD

Wow! I would have never expected it to be so packed on a major holiday! Most people are at home celebrating. Well...I guess for some a trip to Buc-ee's is part of their celebration

I guess. It really surprised me too but there it was - jam packed with people. I actually had to wait at a cashier's counter for about one person, which surprised me. It might have been two people but it was moving quickly as usual. I also waited in a line for the bathroom but it also was moving quickly. Wow, those bathrooms are amazing. I'll always stop if only for this reason!