Very convenient gas station located in the middle of Pasadena and fairly close to the very busy 210 freeway. Gas prices are higher than at other gas stations, but not by much. The one thing I didn't like was the aggressive panhandlers asking for money while I was pumping gas. My head was on a swivel the entire time as I had three panhandlers approach me during my brief visit, asking for change. They may not mean harm, but one never knows. This is no fault of the gas station, but it did make my visit a negative experience for my family and me. read more

Arco - Gas Stations Near Me - Pasadena, California

The price is the only reason I'd go now if I really need gas right away. I'm frustrated because, in 2024, they suddenly decided not to provide water to clean the car windows. How come you go buy gas and don't have the basics to clean the windows? Why? When I confirmed it was on purpose, I decided to switch to another Arco that has even better prices than here. How embarrassing! What kind of customer service do they offer? I put gas in the tank and have to remember to go somewhere else just to clean the windows? It's crazy. I'm not going there anymore unless I'm running out of gas. read more

lousy customer service, employees are rude and the manager as well . very arrogant, I asked to purchase (A) lottery ticket and was charged for eight tickets . I told the cashier I asked for (A) lottery ticket not eight . instead of giving me what I asked for both the cashier and manager became hostile telling me I said eight , I told them they both who are of Spanish speaking they heard incorrectly. Both the cashier and manager name Susie according to her, refused to ring up my lottery ticket and took other customers who were behind me . I don't live in this area , thank goodness and for future reference I will never patronize this AM/PM location ever again they won't get my money. read more

Something happened to this service, it really went from 3 stars to 5 in one year, I have been visiting this gas station regularly for 3 years. I recommend it. read more

The worker (blonde guy with glasses) not wearing a mask and very disrespectful. I come here every morning and will be sure not to come back again. read more

Arco - a gas station with a neon sign - Gas Stations Near Me - Pasadena, California

Cheap gas at an excellent location in town. Need we say more? What else do you want than cheap high quality gas at a convenient location?

Worst Arco I've ever been to. The pumps are the slowest I've ever been to which means there's always long lines and there's always a couple out of service. I only go here frequently cause it's the closest to my work and I have to run errands often. If you can help it, DO NOT GO HERE! you are bound to be waiting for 10 min with only 2 people in front of you read more

02/18. Terrible cashier (the guy with a mustache) who wouldn't let two little kids into the restroom because I didn't want to buy anything. This happened to me for the first time at gas stations in the US. Arco, you lost one customer. At least until you fix the service. read more

I came here just to get coffee before spending a day at the nearby courthouse. They have a plethora of coffee creamer flavors! French vanilla, hazelnut, half and half, irish cream, espresso shot, Reeses, caramel macchiato, Peeps, Cold Stone sweet cream, and Hershey's chocolate caramel. I complimented to the cashiers that this was the biggest variety of creamer I've ever seen at a gas station, and the lady there said that's all due to her. She's a big fan of coffee creamer! So am I! Their coffee selection is: regular, Columbian roast, robust, and decaf. If I get called to the courthouse again, THIS will be my go-to for coffee. (Why Starbucks doesn't stock vanilla cramer is beyond comprehension). read more

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There's one employee here who is beyond rude. Skinny woman with glasses. The Hispanic woman with a lot of make up is rude too. First of all, fix how you number your pumps. Second of all, if a customer needs help, don't talk to her like a child - maybe actually help her. And on Christmas eve too! So rude. read more

I hate Arco's because they don't allow you to use a CC but...my husband left his CC there by accident when he was trying to pay with it and I went back about 2 hours later and they had his Platinum Amex so I am thankful for them having the card and returning it. Nothing like losing a CC with no max. read more

Arco - the exterior of a convenience store - Gas Stations Near Me - Pasadena, California

Their crowded lines is really off putting and it deters me from coming here to pump gas. Sometimes the lines are so long that cars are blocking Walnut westbound and blocking traffic. read more

They charge for 10 cents for a bag .. Bad business. I am not a fan of places that charge extra for a bag for items I just purchased. I am told this is normal in California; but none the less I don't care, I expect a free bag when I make a purchase of several items. I did not return to this place while I was in California and I will avoid it in the future as well. If we do not except sub par treatment from stores we will force them to change their ways! read more

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I want to just take a moment to thank the people that work here at this gas station. I literally come here because of how clean, the customer service, and accessibility this gas station shows day in and day out. Sergio, Freddy, and Chris are examples of what employees should strive for. During this tough time in the world I haven't seen these 3 ever complain about anything and when I come in I see they know every one by name. Thanks again for making this place somewhere I feel safe and look forward to getting gas! Also has the cheapest gas in town at 2.89 a gallon!! read more

I purchased a Monster and asked the cashier if I could use the restroom to which she told me someone was occupying it. It turned out that "someone" was the ignorant, prejudice owner. I asked him if I could use the restroom, and he told me I couldn't because I was "from the streets" and only customers, which I was, could use it. I told him I was since I bought a Monster there, and he still didn't believe me and kept being rude before trying to disallow me back into the store and trying to kick me off the premises. After discriminating against me (since I was black) and confirming with the cashier, he tried apologizing, but I returned the Monster and got my refund instead due to his poor behavior. As I was leaving, he was trying to kick another black man out of the store. Apparently, this guy stereotypes, and assumes because you're black, you don't belong nor should you shop there. Not for nothing, I grew up in Pasadena most of my life, and I will never shop here again thanks to that stupid, racist owner. read more

Sometimes good, sometimes sh*t. Like every gas station in LA. Sometimes extremely busy but its probably due to best prices around the area.

Cheapest gas price in Pasadena. At least a good 6-9 cents cheaper. BUT, there's always a huuuuge line for it. I've been lucky to avoid it for the past 2 visits. The last time I was there, the girl in front of me splashed gas all over herself somehow.. read more

It's cool when it's dead, it sucks when it's packed. I'm conflicted. Go fill up your tank at night, or in the morning. DO NOT wait until 5pm on a Friday to do so. You'll wanna blow your brains out. That would not be wise, since you might accidentally shoot out the gas pumps, and selfishly blow up all of those around you. Just heed my advice. I guess there's a separate review for the AM/PM's in an Arco, this one is for the gas itself. Hmm, I think someone wanted to rack up some review points. Anyways, Arco is acceptable, and their prices are usually the lowest around. read more

Why is it that Arco and Valero stations are about $0.50 less than all the others? I try to go there because of that but only when I have cash :) read more

This is definitely the cheapest gas in Pasadena and I would highly recommend it on that front alone. However, it is supposed to be 'enter only' on the Los Robles side and 'exit only' on the Walnut side. More than half of the time I go there, a person has entered the wrong way and causes a huge traffic jam/problem because they are going the wrong direction. This means that everyone has to back up so that this person, that obviously doesn't understand what all the big directional arrows on the concrete mean, can exit through the 'enter only' area. It frustrates me every time. I suggest going during off hours so that you don't have to put up with the directionally challenged drivers. read more

Cheapest gas in all of Pas!!! I'm a regular here, just never checked in before the other day... This is the CHEAPEST GAS in ALL of PASADENA!!! Pros: cheap gas... usually 20cents p/gal cheaper than any other place from Old Town to CalTech. Cons: It is VERY HIGH volume. There are 2 entrances and 1 exit. If someone decides to go in through the exit because they don't realize the long lines on the other side are where you are supposed to enter, it slows things down and pisses everyone off!!!! THERE IS ALWAYS A LINE!!! I heard that back in the seventies there were long line for gas... I think this place is as close as you can come to reliving those days. It is absolutely common for the line to be 2-3 cars deep at each pump and there are a couple of times where I've been in line on the street. Finally, there is an AM/PM here, so if you're into gas station munchies, yeah, get your munch on! (BUT PLEASE DON'T HOLD UP THE LINE!!!) read more

Why not? This gas station is the bomb-diggity. If you're obsessed with finding the cheapest gas in Pasadena (in addition to your unhealthy obsession with Yelp) this is the only gas station for you. Go inside and get yourself a Pepsi, or just enjoy the view of the Angeles mountains, the Westin, and that old church; whatever your choice, it's a delight. Minus one star because gas is generally 2 cents cheaper at the Armenian stations up on Washington. The entrance is on Los Robles; pull in off of Walnut and I will fight you! read more

Cheapest gas in Pasadena. Only takes cash or debit. If I could review the customers who get gas here, they would get a one star review. People always enter from the side that says exit. WRONG! Once they get their gas and god forbid are blocked in by somebody else getting gas, they reverse dangerously close to the cars behind them. For the love of god, if you get gas here please, please, please don't be an a**hole. And if you are, I'll honk and flip you off. Did I mention to make sure your gas cap is closed when you leave? The last FIVE times I've been here the person in front of me drove off with their gas cap open. I would have told them their cap was open, but they almost hit my car with their idiotic maneuvering. read more

the cheapest gas in Pasadena. Good place to get snacks and sodas too. Place can get a little busy at times and you may have to wait but the savings make it worth it. The gas hoses are long so you can get a lane farthest from your gas tank and it should be no problem that the nozzle reaches gas tank entry read more

One best thing: the cheapest gas in our area. Here I paid 2.86 per gallon, but the price just 1 mile away is 3.40. So it's really great deal. But the gas station is small and here are too long lines to register and to pumps. The staff is polite, but not helpful at all. Anyway, the price is the most important I think. read more

Great gas station! It is a large space and it is convenient to get near gas pumps! It is also in a safe area, being next to the police department. The AMPM is full of a big selection of snacks and goodies. Also, the condiment bar for the hot food is very clean. The staff and the owner are really helpful and polite. This is the first gas station in mind when I'm running on empty. Highly recommended! read more

Only accept debit cards or cash, charge a fee on top of that. Extremely long line because there are no signs indicating it's essentially cash only. Rude workers at the front desk. Terrible experience read more

Don't come here. One of the workers, a male, basically had no idea what he was charging me. He in the end gave me less than what I was supposed to get back. So annoyed at this situation. Again don't waste your time & money. read more

Worst gas station so small . Long waiting times . Staff is friendly and it's always clean .

Seriously the cheapest gas you'll find in Pasadena!! I highly advice you to go in the early morning or late at night. Cause in between has A LOT of traffic and LONG lines to pump the petro.. read more

I witnessed the owner yell at a person who paid for gas at a faulty gas pump get told to leave the station when the person complained about the pump. To make matters worse she would not refund the money nor give her a receipt of the "credit" she stated would take place in 1-2 hours. This place needs to audited. read more

The owner is a crazy lady that yells at customers and refuses service. I've seen this happen twice now. I'll never set foot back in there. I feel bad for the staff because they are solid guys. read more

Its an arco gas station but the dude that works in early morning super rude plus wait time he acts like there is no customers its like u need beg to get gas any ways 1 star for this place read more

Walked in to pay with cash & Arco gift card that I knew had a few dollars left in it. Both cashier were incredibly dense, one said"that one doesn't work, I tried it this morning with someone else. Why? Did you find it outside?" A customer she was helping proceed to chuckle. I did not even have a chance to respond to any of her comments, and she just kept yapping. What kind of customer service is this? What do you mean"that one"? It's called a gift card!! Not every gift card is the same one! Why would you assume I found a gift card outside to try to use it??? Do I look like some sort of scavenger, hanging outside of a gas station waiting for gift cards to drop from the sky so I can gas my car?? Please Arco hire people that actually know a thing or two about customer service, they may not have to be well educated but I did not need the unnecessary humiliation by these dimwits! read more

Well, it is super crowded to the point where I actually saw people yelling at each other. Plan your ESCAPE route, because people will block you in. You also cannot pay with credit cards inside. Not sure about at the odd ATM machine at the middle of the tanks. read more

i dread hittin this arco. but its so close to my work! *sigh* their gas prices are low... mainly because its cash or debit card only. the first time i ever went to an arco i had sat in the line for almost 10 mins to find that the didnt except credit. mothaf*ckers. for some reason, i only frequent this place during lunch and right around 5:10pm. during these times its a mad house. since the majority of people have left side gas tanks, there are cars backing up to the pumps and driving in the wrong direction... one way only people! geez. read more

Yes, gas is cheaper here. All arco will only accept cash or debit card with a convenience charge of 45 cents. It's a mad house during peak hours. Do not go during peak hours for the love of God. It's only one way and people are backing up their cars depending on where their gas tank is located. It's insane here. There have been times that I wanted to leave and go elsewhere but couldn't cause I'd get blocked by several cars. read more

Can't beat the prices at this location. It's gets full pretty fast so try to get there before traffic rush hour. Some folks try to come in at Los Robles which is not the entrance. Be courteous and come through the appropriate entrance. Not a lot of folks hanging out like at other stations in the area. $.35 charge for debit cards but it's worth it for the price . read more

One of the cheapest in town, just make sure you go really early or really late, the line usually spills into the street.

Gas aside, this is the only 24 hour store anywhere near here, and the only "liquor store" open past 10pm or so without driving towards Rosemead. They keep their refrigerators a bit warmer than most, but I guess cutting costs there saves overhead on gas, etc... It's nothing to hate on, but worth noting if it's a hot summer night. read more