Feb 01 2008
This is the one where I profess my love for Quick Trip.
I am in love with Quick Trip convenience stores/gas stations. Since moving to Arizona from California I have just recently discovered this place because we don’t have them in Cali.
If I had to explain QT to someone that had the misfortune of not knowing what it was, I would probably say: “QT is like a 7-11 where the employees actually care about customer service.”
It’s pretty common to walk into a gas station/convenience store that is dirty and smelly…but not a QT. And how often are you greeted with a “Hello!” when you walk into an AM/PM? Well it happens about 85% of the time at QT.
And I have strong feelings about cup quality and straw width. I will intentionally avoid places that don’t meet my standards. I need a nice, sturdy cup. And I must have a wide straw. Circle K gives you skinny straws…if I wanted to drink out of a coffee stirrer, I would. QT’s cups are super-sturdy (can even be re-used once or twice at home), and their straw width is perfect.
And here’s the kicker: you can choose between cubed and crushed ice. So wonderful.
@cheapblueguitar you leaving?? Or just singing?
I heart the QT as well. Oh, and you fail to mention how totally awesome and kick ass their drink station is. Seriously, I doubt any other convenience store can compete in that category.
The drink station is pretty nice. If I wasn’t restricted to sugar-free drinks I’d probably go nuts with all of the options.
Yeah, being from Tulsa (where the company originated) I’ve enjoyed the QT since childhood. It’s outstanding.
So I’m assuming the choice in ice made the choice for you, eh? That does sound nice though, to have a 7-11 type store where the people care about you.