These Southern convenience stores offer everything from barbecue and biscuits to friendly service and family-run charm.

Firstly, to get gas.

Secondly, to go to the bathroom.

Buc-ee’s Beaver Mascot

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Lastly, because youre bored and want a snack.

Moreover, many of these convenience stores started as a family business decades ago, and remain so today.

The survey was fielded from July 12 to August 23, 2023, and had over 20,000 respondents.

Exterior of Spinx convenience store and gas station

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Headquartered in Savannah, Georgia,Parkers Kitchenoffers slightly more hospitality-focused amenities beyond the basic gas station.

Additionally, Parkers is known for its focus on charity.

Stuckey’s

Founded in Georgia in 1937 by W.S.

Exterior of Parker’s Kitchen convenience store

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Presently, Stuckey’s boasts around 50 licensed locations across the South.

In 2021, the company opened its 800th store inSan Antonio, Texas.

it’s possible for you to also choose from in-house grab-and-go sandwiches.

Stuckey’s

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Two, 7-Eleven Slurpees outside of 7-Eleven

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Circle K gas station

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Exterior of QuikTrip gas station in the evening

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