I had the previous day circled on the calendar as a highlight to end my road trip, but I knew I needed to make at least one more stop. I needed to stop at a place of legend, a place my northeastern brain could not comprehend, a place one can only truly understand by going to, I had to stop at Buc-ee’s.
For those of you unaware, this place is technically a gas station, but that is such an injustice to say. It is a gift shop, with Buc-ee’s themed everything from yard furniture to stuffed animals. They have homemade foods such as brisket, burritos, fudge, and so much more that it would take a lifetime to type out. And possibly the piece-de-resistance with the nicest bathrooms I have ever seen before.
If there was ever one thing or place to describe this country I think Buc-ee’s suits it best. The grandeur (this is like two French words in this blog) of everything is beyond overwhelming and honestly is best seen to be believed.
I needed to eat while on the road, so after walking around like a lost puppy for a while, I departed with a brisket sandwich, some beaver nuggets (my northern vernacular cannot describe these. Click here for the Wikipedia on them), and some fudge. These are all things I normally never go for, but I had to get some opinions from the folks who frequent this establishment.
The fact this brisket came from a gas station was enough to put my head into a pretzel for days on end. It was so good, and I inhaled it while on a Trainwreck call (ask Maniac or Slick about that).
I honestly could have inhaled about seven of these sandwiches they were that good. The beaver nuggets and fudge were fine, but if these are your things definitely go for them.
So is Buc-ee’s a cult?
But let’s get to the point of this blog. Is this place a cult?
I mean I would have to say so. From the merch, to the beaver-packaged everything, to the loyal fans, this place has what it takes to be a cult.
I felt like if I said I was a Wawa guy inside the store, they would take me the the beaver-toothed guillotine (sorry last French word) outback to take care of me.
But if you are ever on a highway and see this beaver-enshrined establishment, I highly suggest you go. There is great food, good prices, and an experience that makes you feel American.
Recaps
Day 1– I crashed a wedding party
Day 2– Michigan may be the most beautiful state
Day 3– I suck at goodbyes
Day 4– Text your old friends
Day 5– The Buffalo Bills need big buffaloes
Day 6– Everyone needs to visit Idaho
Day 7– Idaho is more than just potatoes
Day 8– 5 keys for car camping
Day 9– From Medina to Portland
Day 10– How to win at Portland karaoke
Day 11– Is In-N-Out overrated?
Day 12– A date at the co-ed hammam?
Day 13– Sequoia is a must-visit
Day 14– I am getting beat up by a grill
Day 15– The Grand Canyon is actually cool
Day 16– Making friends in Albuquerque
Day 17– Are aliens real?
Day 18- The best concert of my life