After decades on my dad's Costco account, the free ride just ended and I needed to find alternative…read morefor cheap gas. So here I am with at least 1 year at Sam's Club for $15. I started off today at their gas station which has gas for the same price as Costco but they make it so complicated to use the pump. I had to link a credit card to my Sams Club account while standing at the pump since they wouldn't let you just tap a random card after verifying my membership. That sucked...and I like to change the cards I use sometimes. So then I looked in the warehouse store and after 40 years at Costco lets just say Sam's Club is depressing. Price's were ok...but it was all old and run down and kinda trashy. One thing I did like was being able to order food from the cafe via the app and go pick it up...but the hot dog doesn't hit like Costco. You bite into it and it does not have that snap of the casing. Taste wise or was okay...and the drink is about 30oz (twice the size of Costco which will make sense as you walk around the store and see the customers that shop there). The cafe needs to add some healthier options. But I guess that's their clientele. Soooo...at $15-$25 for a year membership you get what you pay for. I did really enjoy the gas savings and will get my membership fee back 10x with that savings and maybe when I have a BBQ or go camping, i'll stock up on meat which seemed pretty well priced.

Book club preparations - Stop #4…read more Sam's is a great place to buy product in bulk as they have amazing prices. That's the good news. The downside of shopping at Sam's during peak hours is the store swarming with people, long lines and having to pack your purchased items in random boxes. I was searching for one item and one item only...a case of Topo Chico sparkling mineral water, which is bottled in Monterrey, Mexico. It is known for its crisp carbonation and distinctive mineral profile. Topo Chico appears unique to the South, I believe, a I have not seen it anywhere else. Topo Chico is fan favorite in Texas especially. As the story goes, the water's origin is tied to a legend involving the daughter of Emperor Moctezuma, who was said to have been totally revitalized after drinking from the spring at Cerro del Topo Chico. I grabbed by water, paid and out I went.

Sam's club has pleasantly surprised me. I was a dedicated Costco member, but received a discounted…read moremembership as an educator so I thought I'd give Sam's Club a try. They have a good selection of ready make meals, a huge frozen food section, and surprisingly affordable bulk pricing. Their produce section is also pretty fresh. I always utilize the app and their scan and go feature. I never have to wait in line because I scan my items as I put them in the cart and check out with my credit card in the app and show the QR code at the exit. This makes my shopping experience more productive and I am in and out quickly.

Update: The appointment to install the tire that I purchased went well. They even checked all my…read moretire's pressures when I asked them. There was another mechanic on duty and someone else was actually working the desk. Good move Sam's! Ordered a tire last week and they said they would call when it came in to schedule an appointment for installation. No one called. I tried to call and make an appointment because I called customer service and they said my tire was in. The phone lines were too busy for someone local to answer. I went to the same store to try and schedule an appointment. I waited at the desk for about 15 minutes without anyone coming out. So I called Sam's store itself to try and get someone to help me. The phone rang for about 9 minutes without anyone answering. Finally someone answered and they walked over to the tire department and had to get the service agent to come out and help me. He was the only one in the department. They may be having trouble finding people to work installing tires but they should at least have someone at the desk to help members.

Very nice Exxon gas station. It's really lit up at night, clean inside and on the outside, lots of…read moregas pumps, there is even an Amy's Ice Cream inside! Great place to stop for gas and get your stuff inside.

Do not buy sports drinks at this rip off convenience store. One large bottle of Body Armour is $5…read more On sale it's usually 2 for $4. Singles $2.49. But this rip off store wants $5. Must not want to sell any Body Armour sports drinks.

I usually drive to QT when I need ethanol free gas for my classic truck. I love the ethanol free…read morefor a carbureted engine. The store is always clean and has an amazing selection of snacks and drinks. The restrooms are always clean and big. Overall great place to fill up and grab a snack !

Like all QT locations, this one is super clean with lots of snacks and beverages to choose from…read more Easy to get in and out for gas, snacks, or using the toilet. Friendly service. Though last time I was there, they had a system glitch where the loaded pricing was off...just a tad (see pic).

Love the Indian food truck they have on property. Sooo delicious. Thank you for supporting localread more

This gas station is an eyesore to the entire community and gets numerous complaints due to their…read morehazardous lighting blinding any cars driving east. The owners refuse to do anything about it and due to their attitude they should get negative stars if it were possible.

Its Pickys! If you…read morewant it they probably have 1 of it somewhere up on the walls or in some hidden shelf you didn't see. Do you need a snack or a soda? How about smokes or some porno? They got your beer, wine, and malt liquor. Hot dogs, lotto tickets, energy shots, mp3 players. It is here. It a cramped crowded little store but I seriously have only once ever gone there looking for something and them not have it. I don't get gas here and I have never used the scary looking car wash, but I like the people behind the counter and the selection. I also like it becuase it takes me about 4 minutes to walk here.

I used to drive by this Chevron gas station every day. It has the lowest gas prices in the parts…read moreof Austin I frequent and you don't have to use a special card or anything. I just pay with my usual bank rewards credit card. I like that they have free Senior service days like Thursday afternoon or whatever is posted on the small billboard. The trash cans are not overflowing and the pump handles are relatively clean. Their automatic car wash seems popular but I've only used it once. This gas station is next to the North Village library.

This is usually one of the cheapest gas stations in Austin (if you're a Costco card holding member…read moresince you have to swipe your membership to turn on the pump). You usually have to wait in a short line to get in, but it's usually not too bad unless it's before a holiday weekend. I'm the past when there has been gas shortages and many regular stations run out of fuel, Costco usually refill their tanks daily!! Remember to make sure to have either a VISA credit or any debit card.

Exactly what I'd expect from Costco Gas. Always a line, but it moves fast. Normally. Today was…read moreultra slow. I enjoy the value for the gas along with the convenience to pop into Costco. I think it has value in the quality and price.

AMAZING convenience store! Probably the best one I've ever been to!…read more Not only do they carry an excellent variety of wines and local/craft beers, but they also have a lot of other cool, obscure snacks/drinks that you wouldn't expect to find at most convenience stores. They have premade milkshakes, and an excellent assortment of gourmet ice creams and gelatos. They also have a lot of health food items and vegetarian/vegan options too, including several brands and flavors of dairy free ice cream. The only downside is it is quite pricey, but that's expected when you are paying for the type of items they have.

They are very pricy and honestly the refrigerators are disgusting…read more I opened the door to get a drink and made direct eye contact with a bunch of bacteria/mold spores that formed alone the drink shelving. It was light green, fuzzy, and clearly thriving. I would recommend grabbing a straw do NOT put your mouth on any drink containers. I don't care if the containers are closed, you need to keep the shelves CLEAN!!!! You have working men and women stopping by to get drinks, and there is a restaurant in there I sure hope they keep their fridges on that side clean