The Canal Shell is not my usual "go to" gas station, but I go just enough to consider myself a…read moresemi-regular customer. Perhaps because I check in every time I frequent a business is the reason I'm the Duke here; but it's only once every few weeks. The gas station is well lit so I consider it a relatively safe location. Besides, it's less than a mile from my house, and if I opt to take Canal Street home instaed of I-10, I drive right past this place. The convenience store is stocked with the usual gas station sundries and there's even a car wash. However, there's no way I'd ever let some gas station car wash with hard plastic bristles "beat" my car clean. All in all this is an ok gas station; albeit a little expensive. Just 2 weeks ago, I paid nearly $4.05 for 93 octane. :-(

I was only going to give this gas station my standard 3 stars because y'know it has gas & is…read morebrightly lit. But seriously, these were the fastest pumps ever. So yay for that. The store seemed really busy on Friday night, but I didn't need any stuff. Only negative (or was it...since it was talking to me) was that the TV screen on my pump was stuck/broken. Telling me that it was 40 degrees on Friday night just made me laugh.

Very pedestrian friendly location and decent hours. The food isn't overly terrible. Friendly staff…read morealong with a GORGEOUS redhead who doubles as a cashier and chicken booth lady. Keep up the good work!

Do not patronize this store. After my wife had a flat and…read morepulled on to their lot, the employees gave my wife (and me an hour later) their word that our car could stay on the lot for 6 hours until I could get off of work at 3:00 and get her tire repaired. I was told it had to be gone by morning and I assured them I'd have it off of the lot today by 5:00. I arrived at 4:15 and they had had the car towed. $220. These are not honest people. 1 star only because I couldn't leave 0.

I've always passed by the fueling stations when we visit Costco but never stopped until today. Out…read moreof all the local stations which seemed old and run down, I'm apprehensive about visiting some of these places out of concern for what is coming out of the old underground tanks. This was a newer build, plus a trusted brand so we stopped to fuel up while in town visiting. Today we learned why the lines are long. Prices are a bit lower plus the bonus points on the card. However being a first time user, there was a slight learning curve to use the pumps. Using the membership card is required, but this pump wouldn't take the actual card, I had to use the QR code on the app. And there is a precise process to get this to work and be successful. QR code, then payment method in timely fashion. For the uninitiated this can be a challenge knowing there is a long line of cars waiting at the ready, making a nervous experience if not prepared. I got it working after several attempts, a few curse words, and crazy looks. The pumps stack 2 vehicles at a time, luckily even with our delays, we finished at the same exact time as the larger vehicle in front of us. There was an attendant in a yellow vest at the ready to assist when needed. The place is very clean, line moves fast enough.

No Costco Gas stations by me so this was a treat. It's pretty efficient if you follow the set up…read more Of course there are some idiots that stretch the hose to capacity and fill on the opposite side. This of course makes it impossible for people to squeeze thru to get to an open pump. Despite that during non really busy times it goes quick.

Brown Derby on Tulane is always pretty busy with lots of foot traffic, but it's a great…read moreneighborhood spot for grabbing a few bottles of wine. I especially love the wine section toward the back -- the selection is solid, and the prices are really good. It's convenient, reliable, and perfect when you need to pick up something quickly without the fuss. A true local staple!

I love this store. They carry my favorite brand of seltzer at an affordable price, stock ice cream…read moreflavors you don't always see at the surrounding big box groceries, and the staff working are always pleasant- they move their lines quickly!! Whether for gas, a pizza, or a drink to-go, Brown Derby reigns supreme amongst the convenience stores in the city! Great store. *PS- they are one of the few businesses around who do not allow people to loiter and beg customers for money by the front door. As a regular customer, this is noticed and valued. Not many other surrounding businesses do anything about this, and customers appreciate.

This place is growing on me. Only six months ago, they did not even carry ice cream and now there…read moreis a modest food counter serving po boys and hamburgers. The woman making the po boys does a great job and I've enjoyed the one I had. They have stepped up their game with cleanliness and selection of items.

Close to my place of employment, I've stopped in quite a bit for gas and a few snacks to get me…read morethrough the day. The only downfall is, they're quited limited in SNACKS & DRINKS. I can recall just going in for a quick COCA-COLA & there were none. To be fair, currently, May 2017, they're in the middle of reconstruction and maybe, just maybe, this is the reason for limited supplies prior to this, ehhhhh idk. Getting gas was always easy, turn in, pull up to the pump, pay, pump your gas and go... On the corner of Tulane & Jeff Davis Parkway, this is easily accessible. So, hopefully, the construction is finished soon; we shall see what the future holds.

Y'all are going to think I have lost my mind, but I am telling you, if you are hungry and you do…read morenot feel like missing with the restaurants, you got to go by here and get the fried chicken. Honey, let me tell you what that is the best fried chicken you will ever eat! I never once in my life thought.I would be telling people to go to the gas station to get the chicken, BUT... skip the restaurants if you want fried chicken, go to Keys. You won't regret it. Why are you though you might as well get the red beans and rice too!

Great fried chicken. It's a sketchy walk, but safe. No where to eat so be prepared to sit on a…read morecurb. It's worth it.

I am a frequent Costco customer and shop there at least twice a week. I have generally had positive…read moreexperiences, but I am very concerned about the food handling practices at the outdoor food court. Recently, I ordered a pizza and a strawberry-banana smoothie. While waiting, I observed an employee preparing food, making smoothies, handling cash transactions, and then returning to food preparation while wearing the same pair of gloves throughout the process. Because I had noticed this behavior on previous visits, I decided to ask about it. I asked whether the gloves were intended to protect customers from germs or protect the employee. The employee responded, "We have a lot of gloves. I just didn't have a chance to change them." That response was concerning. Cash is handled by countless people and can carry dirt, bacteria, and other contaminants. Seeing the same gloves used for food preparation and cash handling defeats the purpose of wearing gloves in the first place. What concerns me most is that this did not appear to be a one-time oversight. I have observed similar practices on multiple visits, which suggests it may be a routine habit rather than an isolated incident. Costco may have food safety policies in place, but policies are only effective when they are consistently followed. Based on what I have repeatedly observed, I am no longer comfortable purchasing food from this location's outdoor food court. I hope management reviews food handling procedures and ensures that proper glove-changing and sanitation practices are consistently followed to protect customers.

This Costco has all the usual strengths you expect; solid selection, good prices, and the…read moredependable Costco quality; but the checkout process seriously needs work. During my visit, there was a surprising amount of manpower wasted just directing customers to different lines, instead of actually moving people through checkout. Employees were repeatedly telling shoppers where to go, which line to switch to, or where to stand, yet the lines still moved slowly and felt disorganized. It created more confusion than efficiency. If they turn the front aisle vertical to the cashiers the problems could be eliminated and the workers could be used wiser. Costco is usually a masterclass in logistics, so this was disappointing. With better flow or clearer lane management, the same staff could be helping customers check out faster rather than acting as traffic controllers. Costco is still good value but the checkout experience here takes away from what should be a smooth, high-volume operation.

Great spot on the Bayou for a gas station. There's another more popular station down yonder, but…read morethis isn't their review, so... I stop in from time to time when I'm visiting in the area & today was more of the same. The gas prices here are HIGHer, but consider the area, few gas stations around these parts. Soooo they're able to capitalize on the location. Today was no different; gas tank on E for EXCITEMENT, I moseyed on in, got my gas & blazed on out. Ooooh, I forgot to mentions, this is one of few places that sells the particular candies called VIOLETS, I love, for the moment that is. The cashier today wasn't super friendly, but it didn't stop my vibe... I had my VIOLETS, so I was happy as a kid in a candy store!!!!

This is a pretty small gas station which also has a garage. Gas prices are usually a bit high but…read moreit's the only pump around, so that's to be expected. They get +1 star for the absurdity of Shell Fest...which is a party in the gas station parking lot during Jazz Fest. You can pay big bucks to park here and then party away the rest of the evening...in a gas station parking lot. I must admit, I've only ever wandered by the party since I was usually hell bent for a shower by the time I left the fairgrounds.

I have been a customer of Fleur Di Lis Car Care for years and they have always been reliable and…read morehonest. Each time that I have brought my car in, they have diagnosed my problem and taken care of it. Paul is courteous and helpful-no matter if it is a tire repair or engine issues. It is my "GO TO" place in town.

When I 1st found Fleur De Lis 30 years ago it was like a 50 year old piece of heaven. I'm back home…read moreagain and now Fleur De Lis 30 years old and nothing has changed. The service is great and their repair work is the best. Their advice is both honest and helpful when dealing with my older car. If you're a woman and afraid to go to a mechanic this is the place to go!

Need gas? Fill up…read moreyour rental car before you get to the car rental center. If you forget, it is $10.95 a gallon Yikes!!!

I have frequented this gas station. It's decent, and usually has the most affordable gas in the…read morelakeview/lake terrace area. The owners can be friendly, if you are friendly. They left an impression this last hurricane season by personally directing traffic to keep it moving efficiently and stopping people from cutting. They do offer a few good treats and cheap coffee for being a smaller gas station. They do not allow loitering so there is no panhandling or people hanging outside which I appreciate as a young woman.