We went in this morning since they carried bagels and coffee from signature brew. The owner was…read moresuper nice, and the bagels and coffee were delicious. They seemed to have better selection than a normal convenience market. I would definitely recommend as a place to grab a quick breakfast or snack.

From the owner: Now Sylva Convenient Market and Signature Brew Coffee Roasting are one! Still roasting the best…read morecoffee in the region. Serving coffee, lattes, canned and bottled drinks, bagels, sweets. Give it a try and experience why we have the reputation as the best!

The pumps are newer and easy to use. The bathrooms are clean. The staff is extra nice and goes out…read moreof their way for their customers. I will definitely make sure to stop here when I come through this area.

Great location, friendly and helpful staff, good variety; overall a great, solid experience.read more

From the owner: Formerly Tobacco Plus on Eagle Street. We have moved locations to 58 Wall Street in Downtown…read moreAsheville and are now known as Wall Street Market. For the past 12 years we've provided those living and working in downtown with the convenience items they need to get through the day without having to travel far. With our move to Wall Street we have begun expanding our fresh food and grab-and-go items to better serve the heart of downtown, as we've seen the options for these types of goods is becoming more and more limited!

Stopped in for a fountain drink and had the pleasure of listening to the two employees arguing…read moreloudly about another employee or possibly the top manager. I also think one of the two arguing was also a manager. Vulgarity as well, very un professional.

We stopped by this Shell gas station because it was conveniently nearby the Cherokee casino. They…read morehave multiple gas pumps and snacks/drinks inside. It was late and we were wanting some hot coffee. The young lady that was working, was very friendly and made us a fresh pot of coffee. It only took a few minutes, so we were very impressed with the customer service. The coffee was yummy and fresh! I recommend trying them out for sure.

I can't even begin to tell how GOOD this place was for food and just the friendliest place we have…read morebeen during our 2 week road trip. Toni and her husband personally prepare the food here and the BBQ is the best we have ever had. The smoked corn beef Rueben took the sandwich to another level! The brisket and pulled pork were the same champion BBQ. They also make a hash brown casserole and their own baked beans that can stand on there own. Oh and just wait for breakfast! The breakfast bowl with homemade biscuits, eggs, sausage gravy would delight anyone!

The idems they have for sale is unreal. Love this store and the folks that run the placeread more

Ben's Penny Mart is a great convenience store with better wares than your average 7/11. They have a…read moresmall selection of Japanese snacks (a nod to big brother Ben's Tune-Up next door), and a good number of local beers, which are available for individual purchase. They also now have TVs, which makes the Penny Mart a nice quiet location to catch a game. They have recently added Foothills Meats, as the other reviewer noted, which really completes the experience for me--people-watching at their streetside bar while enjoying a meaty sandwich is a fantastic way to spend an afternoon.

Love having this just across the street from my office. Their sandwiches and hot dogs are all made…read morefrom local meat and are simply delicious. I've had the sh*t on a shingle special too, good old fashioned comfort food. If you're downtown near the south slope and want a quick bite, it's definitely worth checking out. There is a small bar for eating, but it's better for take out.

Great dining at a GAS STATION? How is that possible!! But you won't regret it! Italian food at its…read morebest!

The review that was show ( and answered 6 yrs later) was not written by me…read more I have been to Hot Spot many times w/o problems. 2 star review was a hack. Robert Z.