WAWA. Where do I begin...?
I have never stepped into a WAWA. Didn't know what it was. Drove passed quite a few matter of fact with no desire to step inside.
I actually stepped into one near a campsite in the Poconos - and all I remember is the crew at the counter arguing quite loudly. A few inappropriate words were thrown around. Being in the food business myself - it's something that is never encouraged or tolerated. I was there for gas so I left quickly.
Well, shame on me. I shouldn't have let that initial experience taint what is now an amazing experience!!
I was driving by and since there were no gas pumps - I was surprised to see so many cars parked in front and along the side of the building.
I decided to stop and give it a second chance.
Man am I super glad I did!!
Wow! This little grubbery was quite the surprise!!
The store or restaurant or convenience store - not really sure how to describe it - was amazing clean and so very well organized!
There was no disorganization anywhere in the store! ANYWHERE!! Trust me I looked.
I was there with my elderly mother who was hungry. I was too. The POS system (?) for ordering was easy to maneuver. The pictures help immensely.
The reach-ins were well stocked. The variety is also very well thought out.
The coffee station was CRAZY GOOD!! I believe they offered 7 COFFEES! And there is all kinds of milks and nondairy items to satisfy even the pickiest of coffeeheads!
I decided on the FootLong Cheesesteak w/ extra meat, jalapeño's & tomatoes on whole wheat. I believe next time I'll order the standard - French Hoagie Roll - as it was delicious!!
Mama - I couldn't believe - decided on the 6" Turkey w/ stuffing and cranberry sauce. I was surprised because she's a picky eater. Well, she LOVED IT!! Her only complaint was that she wished she had ordered extra cranberry sauce!!
She also wanted coffee and the gentleman working that area, I believe his name was Lucas, was very helpful. She wanted decaf and it tasted fresh brewed. She had plenty of sweeteners to choose from. It was perfect.
I grabbed a drink - COKE ZERO - and didn't realize it was an OREO flavored drink. WTF!?
The lady making the sandwiches - Meredith - saw the expression on my face when I took a sip and told me to grab another. Talk about good customer service!? If she isn't in management your company would be foolish than to not offer her a position. She looks like she would only make WAWA shine!
The gentleman at the cash register, Oscar (?), was super friendly as well. He was very respectful to my mom. That made me feel really good.
So, second chances are important. And I'm glad I gave WAWA a second chance. It was well worth it.
And holy crap your hoagies are GREAT!!
My thanks to the crew of this location on the 115!
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