Buc-ee's — Local services in Athens

Terrible place and terrible management. I drive a semi and I know Buc-ee’s has a no-semi policy, they make an exception for buses because buses bring in a lot more people and it puts more money into their pockets. A semi doesn’t. Either way, I parked my semi truck across the way, not even on their lot. My wife and I walked to the store to check it out because we’ve never been to one before. We picked up a couple of little things and some snacks and went to the checkout. A guy came up to us and said is that your semi out there? We said yes. He said I need you to leave the store. I asked why and he said because they don’t allow semi’s. I told him that it isn’t parked on their lot and it isn’t blocking traffic in any direction. I told him I’m going to finish checking out and we will be going. To which he replied if I had caught you sooner you wouldn’t be checking out at all. I sensed his tone, didn’t like it, and told him if I pay for something it’s mine no matter what you got to say. He replied with, only if I allow it. I told him he’s not going to talk to me or my wife like that and if there’s something more on his mind he can come out to the semi. Otherwise I’m finishing my purchase and leaving. I don’t see what the hype is with Buc-ee’s anyway. Longest car wash? That’s cool because we need more car washes, especially when people don’t take the time to hand wash their vehicles and save money anymore. It’s basically a Walmart. The only difference is that Walmart doesn’t mind semis in their parking lot while shopping. I wasn’t going to be there overnight anyway. Dude got some power and authority in being a manager and now he thinks he’s god like. Haha. Enjoy that power...

First, the car wash. Sixteen bucks. Sixteen measly dollars for "the works." And my beat-up ride, after God knows how many miles and how much road grime, emerges gleaming. Seriously, it's like a baptism for your vehicle. No half-assed rinse, no sad little suds. This is a proper, no-holds-barred scrub down. Worth every penny. Then there's the Dr Pepper Zero. Now, I've had my share of fountain drinks – good ones, bad ones, the kind that taste like an old shoe and desperation. But the Dr Pepper Zero here? It's always, always fresh. It hits different. It's got that perfect, crisp bite, that unholy sweetness without the sugar. It’s a small miracle in a giant cup, and frankly, it puts every other soda dispenser to shame. And the food. Don't even get me started on the food. Those glazed cashews are a problem. A delicious, sweet, crunchy problem. You pop one, then another, and suddenly the bag is gone. It's a testament to the fact that sometimes, the simplest things are the best. And of course, for the misses, another piece of Buc-ee's merch. A fresh t-shirt, emblazoned with that goofy, iconic beaver. Because you can't leave this place empty-handed. It's a right of passage. Buc-ee's in Athens, Alabama. It's not just a place to fill up your tank. It's a sprawling, ridiculous, strangely wonderful monument to American road culture. And frankly, it's damn...

We were traveling to Alabama and heard there was a Buccee's, so of course we had to stop and check it out. If you have never been to Buccee's, you MUST go and check it out. This is the Disneyland of all gas stations! First off, this is not a truckstop. No trucks allowed! They have a ridiculous number of gas pumps, 120! Yes, 120 pumps. Enough about gas, this place is like no place you've ever been. They have Taj Mahal bathrooms that you have to see to believe. They are clean abd huge! If you want food, you've reached your destination. They have fresh burritos, sandwiches, pastries, fudge, candied hot nuts, jerky, like you wouldn't believe, drinks galore, and walls of snacks, jerky, candy, treats, cookies, salsa, hot sauce, jams, aisles of snacks, snacks and more snacks. A cold case has fruit cups chatcuterie plates and desserts. Food, food, food!!! The fresh menu changes from breakfast to lunch/dinner. They have home decor, dishes, mugs, clothing for the entire family, grills, camp chairs, and more! The brisket is very good. We had the brisket and egg breakfast burrito, brisket sanwich, cheese steak burrito and breakfast beast burrito with Buccee beaver chips and tater tots. For dessert praline fudge, banana pudding and hot candied cashews. You must try the beaver nuggets! These are a delightful carmel corn pop and are...