At 1:20 am you go on a 2 and a half hour break?!? Every chance this store gets at night it'll close for no reason for hours. Not the first time. Always random breaks read more

Arco - At 1:20 am you go on a 2 and a half hour break?!? - Gas Stations Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Never go to this place at night, I got cussed out in Spanish because the guy didn't know I knew Spanish. He placed a sign stating "open 3:30" with a smiley face which he did not care. I walked up and all door were locked because he was counting every cigarette. I kept knocking and asking if the store was actually closed or is it closed at 3:30 and instead of being told it's closed for a lil bit he kept shushing me and to go away (mind you it was 1:40am and I still could not figure out if the sign meant he was on a 2hr break or it's open until 3:30am). I was then screamed at to come in and threatened by the worker to walk inside which I then proceeded to back away because I didn't trust what he would've done with having the power to lock me in the building with him. I walked away because why would I walk in to a place where I was threatened after 10min of trying to figure out if the store was closed or the guy was just being lazy. That is crazy... do better ARCO let alone nothing will change because I'm white but it's fine read more

I had never been to this gas station before as I am not from the area and I am 99.9% sure my card got skimmed at this station. Days later after coming to this station, I noticed multiple charges at Cross Border Xpress which connects the Tiajuana Airport to San Diego. I have never been to Mexico. It has been a nightmare trying to get this handled because my account is now in the negatives. Even the other customers here are extremely rude. I pulled up to a pump and someone in a large van tried backing into the pump I was at, almost hitting me even though I was honking and they did not stop until I backed up away from the pump. read more

Leonardo, is the most rude unfriendly, unprofessional employee I've ever encountered in my life. Just for asking the gentleman to switch pumps I almost got cussed at. Your job is to provide customer service and help customer not act like low level street holigan,which was the treatment I received as a paying customer, who fills up gas every other day for $65 for many many years. Management: please hire appropriate staff and not street holigan ethics and absolute worst customer service. Thanks Leonardo. read more

Don't come to this gas station!!! It's a whole scam!!! Charged my card twice and they didn't even care about it. The manager was unprofessional. They literally were so rude. save your money and go somewhere else for gas read more

Great prices but too crowded. Not worth your time, costco is faster and people don't steal your spot/block you there.

Horrible customer service. Just needed Ice. Sign says 50 cents for ice. Most of the time they charge 50 cents. Today the lady said it's 79 cents and 50 cents if I bring my own cup. The price difference is not a big deal but the pricing changes with different employees. Just post a price and stick with it. Also tons of homeless people Hanging out every time I go by. read more

I was at this Arco a couple of days ago, but I have never been to that location before. When one of the employees there decided to accuse me of stealing a box of candy. She came out to my car and banged on my window, i had just gotten in my car with my receipt and cash back from a purchase of Marlboro lights. She demanded money from me. The worst customer service ever, make a purchase and get extorted for something you did not do. She took my money since she was not willing to leave us alone. Just be aware that they hire people there who want to act as if they are vigilantes. I was selected to be a target of this lady because I drive a nice car!! I will never return to be extorted again!! I will go to the Chevron down the street or any other place, but that is ARCO. The manager hires vigilante employees who feel free to steal from the customers!! read more

I gassed up today using my credit card for the first time here and went on my way. My wife was working on our books and noticed two charges at this arco. She called me and asked me if I used the card today and I said yes I filled up. Then she asked me if I charged another charge at the same Arco and I said "NO". Someone got a hold of my card and charged on it. The only thing that makes sense is the people who work there because no one was around when I was gassed up. I will never gas up using my credit card at any Arco again. Your credit is not secure at Arco gas stations. read more

The price is good but the ongoing and growing homeless situation makes it unsafe. The owners seem to encourage it because AT LEAST three homeless people are always around the bathrooms. Lately, the homeless have been getting bolder, aggressively approaching people at the pumps for money, etc.. I've told my wife, daughter, their friends, and neighbors to not give this station your business until they make a concerted effort to keep their patrons safe. As an alternative, the ARCO on Baker is always cheaper, it's 1.5 miles away, and I have not had any issue with the homeless or keeping my family safe. read more

The guy was so rude when I tried to get a slushy. I even heard him mumble the b word .. poor customer service snappy. Do Not Recommend

Easy off/on the 55 access.... this location always has some of the lowest gas prices. Didn't venture inside, since we paid at the pump. But was pretty steady with customers. read more

Arco - Gas Stations Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Located Right off the 55 freeway by the fairgrounds.Slow pumps but it's the cheapest gas around! Good deal!!

Cheapest gas in the universe. What else do you need to know!? The only issue is you have to get off the 55 at 22nd street and go on the sides street or else circle around at Fairview but the extremely minor inconvenience is beyond worth it for the price. Also debit or cash. No credit. But again beyond worth it if you're on a budget. You can thank me later. And your welcome, read more

Pro: IT'S RIGHT NEXT TO THE ON RAMP, jack in the crack built-in, cheap gas, did i mention that it's right next to the on ramp!!? Con: broken pumps I have never waited to get gas at this place, at 7 am, 8 am, and 9 am. Due to so weird voodoo luck, people here don't stay around the parking lot and keeps the flow going. I usually get gas and grab something from jack, skipping one more place to hit before seeing my clients. Bravo for the location, bravo. read more

"Welcome to Yack inda Boss. I take you order?" That's really all I could make out as we pulled up to the drive thru... Even with gas prices on the rise, we still gotta drive. This is the gas station we often frequent before hitting the road to such destinations as Vegas, San Diego, Santa Barbara, etc. Not because it boasts the cheapest gas, (is any fuel cheap these days? I mean, OTHER than in the Middle East?) However - it IS conveniently located right next to the freeway onramp and not only can ya fill up, but there is a pretty good size convenience store (Quick Stuff) as well as a Jack in the Box to meet your energy drink/coffee/snacks/smokes/fast food wants. Now, under normal circumstances, I'd like to think the days of eating at gas stations is superfluously behind me... after all, I have a "career"... I'm in my 30's... I can afford groceries.... but damn those Yack tacos. They are dee frikkin licious! And 2 for $0.99 at only 160 calories per taco and only 8 grams of fat? It's probably the best "fast" food out there. So, yes, Yack. Two tacos and a road trip awaits. "To go, pless." read more

NEVER coming here again. They up charge the price of pedialyte by 3x. Is that even legal? Walked out the door paying $26 for 2 bottles. Absolutely insane. read more

Cash/debit only is a real bummer. Always packed as well. If it wasn't for the gas indicator light coming on I definitely wouldn't have stopped here read more

Whatever you do, do NOT use your debit or credit cards on the automated machines at THIS gas station. In addition, the owner/manager is a d-bag. Basically, there was another customer whose credit card got stuck in the machine. Then I used mine and got stuck also as the employees failed to even put a "Only Cash" sign on the machine near my car. The other customer was there for almost one hour as the owners (by phone) do not have the keys to the machine. Due to inconvienience, they were willing to give us $10 of gas and then will charge us when they our stucked cards out? Really bro? Wow. Never going back here, unless it is a zombie apocalypse. read more

This is seriously the worst gas station I have ever been to. There has been a massive pothole in the middle of the driveway that literally eats small cars for breakfast. And if you put $20 bucks in your tank, once the meter gets to $19.75 it pumps like $.01 per minute. So you either need to wait like 25 minutes for your tank to fill up or go back and wait in line to get you $.25 cents back. Grrrrrrrrr... total scam read more

Horrible. Their pumps never work and the service inside to pay for gas is even worse.

Store is well-stocked and cashiers friendly but the newer pumps just click off about 100 times trying to pump 6 gallons of gas -super frustrating! Pump number 11 at 12:15 AM 11/9/16. read more

Terrible place to get gas!!! Slow, non-working pumps, lazy staff. Whatver you do, don't come to this gas station, especially if you are in a hurry! read more

Do NOT use this Arco!!! I had used it a few days ago, used my debit card at the pump and now 3 days later I've got authorizations at a shell station in Paramount, CA. This station can't be trusted! read more

Worst gas station ever. The pumps are always broken, as are the pay machines. I always kick myself when I'm on empty and have to stop here before work. I'll gladly go out of my way, when possible, for a better gas station. read more

Everytime i come here before 7 am to pour gas, every pump is full and NOBODY is pumping gas because every body is inside talking, talking, talking and yes i am mexican and sorry to say but its all the mexican lawn workers talking inside to eachother and the cashiers and they dont care they just keep talking and standing around like there at work already and i guess its a car pool drop off where u can park your car, try coming at 11 am and you will find no parking at any of the stalls and u go inside and expect it to be busy like in the morning but nope, not one person inside but yet all the parking stalls are full?? I dont come here anymore unless its about 11 pm at night and then good luck at that time because you will get the crackies and meth homeless asking for money!! What's happening to Costa Mesa???!! read more

Lowest priced gas around. But convenience store is on the small side. Easy access while at the OC Swap Meet. Friendly workers.

Since this ARCO only accepts debit cards and cash, you might be providing a thief with direct access to your bank balance. I used my debit card there on Sunday, after not having used it in months. Today, I had charges on my card in New Haven, CT. ARCO needs to move into the 21st century and allow credit cards at the pump. I don't intend on returning to this location. read more

Wouldn't take first card. Or second card. Finally took cash. Pumped gas as slow as imaginable. No window wipers. Never coming back.

Gas is always reasonable, but pumps are a little slow, so fill up the night before your morning commute.

Tried to get gas at pump #10 today n said it was in use. Checked pump n the numbers looked all messed up. I lifted the pump and it engaged to dispense gas. I figured someone left a small amount not worth going in for, so I put pump back to finish last transaction. I then picked it up again and it restarted up again to dispense gas without having loaded any money. I then went in and told the attendant but he looked all confused. He then asked me how much, so I figured he fixed it and loaded my money on the pump. I go back out and the pump just reads zeros across the board as it dispenses gas slowly. I put the pump back after checking my gauge and approximating what I would have received with my money. I put pump back and checked if it was still activating and yes it was. Tried to be nice and inform them but oh well, I did my part. Guess its free gas wednesday for someone out there!!! read more

How do you review a self serve gas station? Well I really only come to this location due to its proximity to my home. although they do consistently have the lowest prices in town. The pumps are always working and busy. the place is as clean as you can expect and the staff inside is efficient. Having a jack in the box and a convenience store attached make it a bit more then your local gas station so I guess they have that going for them. read more

Cheap gas what else can I say ... Been going here for years and never had problems with my card being missed used. also depending on time of day can get crowded read more

This location should consider doing a power wash on the pump area. The ground is disgusting! Gas, spilled drinks and God knows what else.

I stop by at this gas station, I purchased a small milk and some cookies. I took a drink from the milk and it was rotten. Worst experience ever!!! read more