Prices are way too high(gas is usually 10−15% higher than just up the street), and every one of their gas pump handles has the automatic filler ripped off(you have to hold the handle the whole time you’re filling your tank)…very irritating.
Tom E.
Place rating: 4 Denver, CO
I take a right out of my neighborhood, pass a church, pass a cemetery, then I pass a gas station. All within a mile of eachother. Literally right after the gas station, it’s time to get on the highway. Now where I work I have the luxuries of a Mcdonald’s, a slow Wendy’s, an even slower Popeye’s, and a snail’s pace Taco Bell. Needless to say, if I don’t get up early enough, my fuel for the day options are extremely limited. Out of desperation one day, I pulled into the Shell. It was clean. It was nice, But I noticed the damn gas was pretty pricey. I went in, did my thing, and I was greeted by a gentlemen named Frank(honestly, I thought he was the owner). The next day, I didn’t need gas, but I saw from the day before– all of the stuff they had. The snacks, the drinks, the hot grill at the counter. I mean, they had it all, along with variety. Instead of just selling Red Bull for energy drinks, they have 2 sections loaded with options. Granted, it is pricier than most gas stations– but clearly I am here for convenience. Then I realized, «I come here a lot, at least 2−3X a week». Always leaving with a black bag full of drinks and energy bars. However, it wasn’t until recently when I manned up to try the food at the hot grill. Variety changes daily, but I noticed one day they started serving chicken and steak quesadillas. I ended up getting one. I tell you what– and this is sober Tom talking too– that was one damn fine quesadilla. If you like cheese and your meat seasoned on the peppery side, this is for you. Frank always asks me if I need salsa, I always respond, «it’s great how it is». Hell, some days they even have philly steaks– but I haven’t tried one yet. If you don’t feel right ordering food from a gas station, there is a Subway attached to the gas station. That place is always hoppin. Hell, there was a biker gang the other day eating there and I almost found it ironic. I guess bikers gotta eat too. Now you wonder why all of this love and only four stars? Unfortunately for 2 reasons– first of all, the prices. Energy drinks are for the most part $ 3 a can(I get 3 a day) — which sucks, since only the GNC tweak juice should be that much. I then realize again I am paying for convenience. And also, after my long beatings at work, it breaks my heart when I am getting off the exit and they are already closed. I wish this was a 24 hour joint! At the end of it all though, this place is solid while it is open!
