(Updated 2023) The Best Things to Do & Buy at Buc-ee’s For Your Next Road Trip

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From breakfast tacos to Beaver Nuggets to swimwear, coolers, hunting gear, and more – Buc-ee’s has something for everyone!

If you’re not from Texas, you probably aren’t familiar with Buc-ee’s. I had never heard of it prior to moving here but it didn’t take long to hear about it: Buc-ee’s is as much a Texas thing as college football, Whataburger, and rodeos.

If you are from Texas, I’m sure you’re nodding in agreement. Buc-ee the Beaver is an icon. His toothy smile towers over Texas highways, inviting you to stop for clean bathrooms, tons of fueling stations, and snacks & gifts galore.

If you’re taking a road trip and come upon a Buc-ee’s, it is a stop you just cannot miss. Buc-ee’s is more than a place to shop or buy gas – it’s an experience in itself. Read on to find out the best things to do & buy at Buc-ee’s!

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What is Buc-ee’s?

Buc-ee’s is a gas station and convenience store chain. But make no mistake, Buc-ee’s is like no other gas station that you’ve ever been to, I promise.

In fact, whenever friends and family visit, I drag them to Buc-ee’s. They think I’m crazy for driving half an hour to go to a gas station. Once they get inside, however, they understand: Buc-ee’s is an experience.

In fact, Buc-ee’s holds two world records: one for the world’s largest convenience store (66,335 square ft, about half the size of a Target) and another for the world’s largest car wash (at 255 feet!)

So, I’ll modify my original statement:

Buc-ee’s is:

  • A massive gas station with literally dozens of gas pumps
  • A rest stop that has the cleanest restrooms in the US
  • A convenience store where you can purchase snacks & drinks, along with hot foods
  • A gift shop that sells everything from kitchen serving platters to hunting knives to pet accessories

Are you intrigued yet?

Seriously, you need to stop at Buc-ee’s if you’re taking a Texas road trip. If you want to avoid getting overwhelmed in their massive stores, find out the best things to do and buy at Buc-ee’s here.

Where can I find a Buc-ee’s?

Buc-ee’s was created by Arch Aplin III, a Texas A&M alumni. Buc-ee’s has quickly grown from a small gas station to a Texas institution to a national chain. Most Buc-ee’s are in Texas, they are rapidly expanding!

Buc-ee’s currently has locations in Texas, Georgia, Kentucky, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, and Tennessee – meaning, right now, Buc-ee’s is only available in the south. They are usually located a bit out of a city center, so you’ll want to plan out your route if you want to make a stop.

Shout-out to my home state, Colorado! You’ll be getting a Buc-ee’s before you know it. Missouri and Ohio also poised to get a Buc-ee’s by 2025!

Get gas at Buc-ee’s

This seems obvious but worth mentioning.

Buc-ee’s typically has great gas prices. Make this a one-stop-shop and enjoy one of the dozens of gas pumps before exploring the store!

Enjoy the sparkling clean restrooms

Like I mentioned above, Buc-ee’s is famous for having the cleanest restrooms in the US. I’ve done my fair share of road trips and having a nice, clean restroom is not common enough.

Gentlemen – the ladies in your life will extra appreciate this.

Purchase a car wash and enjoy your shiny car

The closest Buc-ee’s to me is in Katy, TX, which is about 30 minutes west of downtown Houston. This location has the world’s longest car wash!

The car wash is very efficiently ran. There are multiple lines so that traffic continues flowing. When it’s your turn to go, drive towards the car wash. An attendant will direct you to drive on to the conveyer, put your car in neutral, and enjoy the ride.

The car wash is even a rainbow car wash – so I’m sure your kids will love it!

Now it’s time to go inside … look at how big Buc-ee’s is!

Once you’re done marveling at how large Buc-ee’s is, you can get to shopping!

Munch on some Beaver Nuggets

Arguably the most famous snack available at Buc-ee’s is beaver nuggets. There are traditional beaver nuggets, salted caramel beaver nuggets, and savory beaver nuggets, as well.

Go for the OG traditional beaver nuggets. They are basically caramel coated corn puffs (similar to Cracker Jack, but better).

Buy two bags because you won’t be able to control yourself around this tasty treat.

Best Things to Buy at Buc-ee's: Beaver Nuggets

What is more Texas than sugar-roasted pecans?

Imagine walking into a convenience store and smelling freshly roasted nuts…

Not something you’ve ever seen, right? Well, at Buc-ee’s, one of the best things you can buy are their sugar roasted pecans! There are a few different nuts available, but I recommend you get pecans. Pecans are grown in Texas, and we may as well be authentic on this road trip!

The nuts are sweet, crunchy, and warm, which makes them extra delicious on a chillier day. Grab a bag of these and some coffee for a tasty pick-me-up!

Best things to buy at Buc-ees: Sugar roasted pecans

Take a break from junk food with some fresh fruit & veggies

Thankfully Buc-ee’s sells much more than just junk food! If you want fresh fruit or veggies, Buc-ee’s has tons of super convenient options. All their foods are pre-cut and packaged for easy eating so you won’t have to worry about making a mess in your car.

Best things to buy at Buc-ee's: fresh fruit and veggies

As you can see in the photo above, bright and crisp salads are available alongside parfaits, fresh fruit, and even super convenient vegetables. These look tasty even amongst all the sweet treats!

Snag some delicious, cheap, & filling breakfast tacos

Breakfast tacos may not be a thing where you’re from, but they are a staple in Texas dining. Because you can get literally anything at Buc-ee’s, of course you should expect breakfast tacos, too.

Best things to get at Buc-ees: Breakfast tacos

Look at these mouthwatering breakfast tacos! The breakfast taco menu includes sausage, egg, and cheese; bacon, egg, and cheese; something called a “Hippo Taco” (beans, egg, bacon, green salsa, and cheese), a “Breakfast Beast” taco (egg, bacon, sausage, potato, and cheese), and not pictured is a brisket taco.

Yum! My recommendation? The “Hippo Taco”. Delish.

They are always warm & plenty cheesy. Sauces are available next to the case. For just a few dollars, you can have a super-filling breakfast.

What else is on the breakfast menu at Buc-ee’s?

In addition to tons of breakfast tacos, Buc-ee’s also offers breakfast sandwiches and pastries. There is literally something for everyone!

Wondering what breakfast sandwiches are available? You can enjoy a ham, egg, and cheese croissant; a sausage, egg, and cheese croissant; sausage, egg, and cheese bites; egg and cheese bites; a sausage biscuit, and a sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit. And even an apple pie!

In terms of the pastry selection, Buc-ee’s offers tons of cookies, cinnamon rolls, cinnamon rolls with pecan, various sweet kolaches, muffins, and more.

Getting breakfast? Don’t forget the coffee!

Buc-ee’s offers the BEST coffee bar I have ever seen…. ever.

Frankly, it doesn’t even matter if you don’t like drip coffee – Buc-ee’s offers up so many personalization options that anyone can make a cup of Joe that they’ll enjoy.

Fill up with your coffee of choice…

Then customize it with literally more than a DOZEN creamer options, coffee syrups, toppings, and even sprinkles and marshmallows!

See? Something for literally everyone – including kids and kids at heart!

Is it closer to lunch or dinner? Snag some hot & fresh BBQ sandwiches

I’ll be honest, I could eat a breakfast taco any time of day.

But… I could also eat a BBQ sandwich any time of day, too.

Buc-ee’s has both available – hot and fresh! – so good luck making your decision.

Best things to buy at Buc-ee's: BBQ sandwiches

Available sandwiches include chopped brisket, chopped brisket with onions and pickles, the signature Club (ham, smoked turkey, cheddar, peppered bacon, and sundried tomato pesto sauce), and a sliced brisket sandwich.

Load up on some jerky to enjoy later

You can’t visit Texas without enjoying some beef jerky! I think beef jerky is the best road trip snack because it’s filling, high in protein, and delicious.

Buc-ee’s has a ton of different kinds of fancy jerky available for purchase. Literally a wall AND a display of jerky. This isn’t some Jack Link jerky you can get at any old grocery store – this stuff is freshly made with tons of really unique but delicious flavors available.

Curious what flavors of jerky Buc-ee’s offers? You can get ghost pepper jerky, hot and spicy jerky, turkey jerky, bohemian garlic jerky, lemon pepper jerky, peppered jerky, steakhouse jerky, mesquite peppered jerky, teriyaki jerky, cherry maple jerky, and more.

I certainly haven’t tried all the jerky varieties but my favorite so far is the cherry maple beef jerky. Sweet, savory, and totally delicious!

Savor some fudge

I know I keep saying it, but Buc-ee’s literally has anything you could want, including delectable fudge!

There are about a dozen different flavors available, including low sugar and less chocolatey varietals. There’s a little bit of everything, from chocolate praline to blueberry cheesecake and more.

I’m a peanut butter gal, so I personally love the chocolate peanut butter fudge. They also have a chocolate salted caramel peanut butter fudge. My mouth is watering just thinking about it…

Can’t decide? Grab a pre-packaged sampler!

Purchase some gifts (for yourself or loved ones!)

I am literally not exaggerating when I say that Buc-ee’s sells pretty much anything you could think of.

I’ve listed some food items that you should consider buying when you road trip to Buc-ee’s, but Buc-ee’s is also great for finding gifts (for loved ones… or yourself. #treatyoself)

Get saucy with Texas hot sauces

Texans love their hot sauces. Sauces can go on pretty much everything and Buc-ee’s has plenty of flavors available so you don’t get bored!

Gifts to buy at Buc-ee's: Texas sauces

Shop cute housewares that make for great birthday, Christmas, or housewarming presents

From fancy serving platters to cute tea towels to sassy wine glasses, Buc-ee’s has something for everyone and more. If you’re out of gift ideas, a quick jaunt to your nearest location will help give you some inspiration!

Got a best fur-iend? Buc-ee’s has pet items, too

Dog & cat collars, leashes, toys, treats, bowls, and more. I wasn’t exaggerating when I said you can buy just about anything at Buc-ee’s.

If you need some clothes, Buc-ee’s has that too.

Sweaters? T-shirts? Shoes or sandals? Beaver onesies? Yup. Buc-ee’s has that, too.

Can you buy swimwear at Buc-ee’s, too?

Yup, sure can! Adult & children’s swimsuits, trunks, and bikinis are available… in multiple patterns!

You can get other beach gear, too, like cushions and insulated mugs.

Best gifts to buy at Buc-ee's: Swimwear

What about kids toys?

Of course Buc-ee’s has kids toys! Plushies, pillows, balls, magnets, toy guns, backpacks…

You can buy something for everyone at Buc-ee’s!

In true Texan fashion, you can even get hunting & outdoorsman gear at Buc-ee’s

Coolers, knives, spotlights, BBQ tool sets, scent elimination field wipes, camo, axes… pretty much everything but guns!

You can even buy funny wall signs from Buc-ee’s to remember your roadtrip!

I bought one and I use it as a Christmas ornament. If that’s not your jam, you could just hang it up at your office.

I’m partial to “My Overbite is Sexy” but I love the subtle implications that Buc-ee’s is godly with restrooms fit for royalty.

Buc-ee’s is like no gas station you’ve ever been to before. No road trip is complete without stopping at a Buc-ee’s

Even if this post didn’t convince you that Buc-ee’s is next-level amazing, I’m going to insist that you stop and see for yourself. Buc-ee’s is an entire experience. It’s not just a gas station or a convenience store – it’s a Texas thing.

Have you been to Buc-ee’s? Are there any items I missed?

39 thoughts on “(Updated 2023) The Best Things to Do & Buy at Buc-ee’s For Your Next Road Trip”

  1. I love this! First time I’ve seen this. I’m from Oklahoma….southeastern part and would love to see a Buc’ee’s!! Any idea where the closest one to me would be located?

    1. The closest one is probably near Dallas, unfortunately! But they are expanding into other states so maybe you’ll get one closer to you soon!

      1. We finally stopped at a Bucees to get deisel fuel for our truck. I had to shop to see what it was all about. I love the crazy wonderful coffee options at Bucees. They have a huge selection and you can have it many ways. I ended up with iced coffee. It was tasty and gone in a hurry!

    2. There are 6 in the DFW area. We stopped at the one outside Royce City on our way from Austin to Tennessee. I think there are 2-3 on the north side of DFW, which might be closer to SE OK.

  2. It looks an sounds heavy. Cool . How the prices? Advantage price of gas? Is it like Walmart or something? I live in eastern ohio area. Around Youngstown ohio. Will they put on up here soon? It looks great place to shop. Fresh lunch meats? I want to go to one now.

    Thanks

    1. The gas prices are just about market prices but it’s a massive convenience store where you can buy almost anything you need. You really have to see it to believe it! I’m not sure if Buc-ee’s will expand to Ohio soon, but hopefully 🙂

  3. I have stopped at Buc cee’s from Royse City, Tx to Galvaston. Tx and enjoyed the best gas prices and cleanest bathrooms and convience stores!! The selections of fresh coffee’s brewing and creamers and syrups are AMAZING! The icee drink selections and fountIne drinks to ice tea is as AMAZING!! The bbq breakfast taco’s and sandwiches cant be beat. Beef jearkey fans will be overwhelmed. Freshmade fudge, oh my goodness!!! A person can’t just go in for gas and not be Amazed by the convience store, gift shop, anything you may wanr is at Buc cee’s!!! I will drive to Dr’s appointments in Dallas, and stop at Buc cee’s just to use a clean bathroom!! To say I am a #1 fan is an understatement!! I Love Buc cee’s!!

    1. I feel the same way!! I take all my friends from out of state to Buc-ee’s. They always think it’s weird that I’m dragging them to a gas station…but then they have the same reaction you had!

      1. I recently came back to TX and can not find the plethora of souvenirs. Three out of four Buccees had nothing. No t shirts, no hoodies (what I was looking for) nothing but gas, food and bathroom. Near Lake Jackson area and really want a Hoodie. Any suggestions,?

  4. The best beef-jerky I’ve ever had and by far the biggest and best selection. I just wish there was a Buc-ee’s closer to home in South Florida.

  5. We are getting one (opening next spring 2022) on I 95 in Florence, SC. So if you are heading south stop in! The place is a must visit!

  6. Just visited the new store in Crossville, Tn. (near Knoxville) loved it, Anything you could possibly want to eat or drink except no Coca Cola, dammit…Had to get the Grandkids a couple shirts and me a great charcoal grill for just $79.00. Had the brisket sandwich and it was great.

  7. I love Buc-res. I first encountered one busting our daughter in GA & saw the billboards 130 miles out. Reminded me of the I Love Lucy episode where they are traveling to Ca & see signs for a restaurant miles out & the place turns out to be a dud. Needless to say we were very surprised. It’s spotless, bright & everything you need & don’t know you need. I just wish they had a website so we could buy our favorite things in between our visits to GA.

  8. Try the banana bread loaf with nuts! It’s a pull apart and eat in u r car. Moist and yummy. Bbq brisket sandwich-amazing . It’s overwhelming store. Clean large restroom

  9. I have traveled to Texas for work and have had the pleasure of visiting several Buc-ee’s: Katy, Texas City, Cypress and Baytown. My favorite is Texas City. I have many tshirts, hats, magnets, pins and a unique Cabana for outside functions. I am originally from Ohio and cannot wait for them to open a Buc-ee’s here!

  10. I just read an article about this gas station and I have never heard of it. I read that it is expanding to other states. I hope they build one over here in Arizona. I watched videos and dang, those breakfast tacos look delicious.

  11. We stopped at our first Buc-ee’s in Gnorth GA driving home. They are amazing! They’re building a new one in Smith’s Grove KY just outside Bowling Green on I-65.

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