This is a unique roadside markets along the 40 that has real character, with a shop full of all sorts of unique items and tons, and I mean tons of giant fireworks! They sell them year round and have the good stuff, including some really big mortars, which were super tempting. There's also a dairy queen, and a few gas pumps, to round out anything you might need on your road trip! The staff is super friendly and accommodating. I dropped by at an off time to use the facilities, and they had no problem with that. Everything was reasonably clean as well. Overall you can't go wrong with dropping by here on any road trip. Just give yourself some time because there is a lot to look at and shop! read more

Bowlin's Flying C Ranch - Gas Stations Near Me - Encino, New Mexico

Bathrooms were super clean and I ended up walking out with a beautiful new necklace. It's a fun place to walk around if you have been driving for 24 hours straight like us! read more

Bowlin's Flying C Ranch - Onyx and Sterling Necklace - Gas Stations Near Me - Encino, New Mexico

I travel to 40 a lot, and this is the first time I have stopped at Bowlin's. From the outside, this place doesn't look too impressive and small. Once you get inside. Oh boy! Was I wrong. They have some really cool stuff that other road stop sites do not have plus they have a Dairy Queen. Anyway, the staff is very friendly and one guy in particular by the name of Ron who helped me out tremendously. He had a wealth of knowledge regarding pretty much everything in the store, especially fireworks. You know, it seems like customer service these days is almost nonexistent, but this place proved me wrong again. Gas station and Restrooms were clean. this will be one of my stops from here out when I come through town. read more

Bowlin's Flying C Ranch - Lots of fireworks - Gas Stations Near Me - Encino, New Mexico

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Carolyn at Flying C Ranch was most helpful, friendly, and accommodating when we were in need as we traveled through the area. Our friend, Jim, was injured and Carolyn called 911 for us and helped any way she could. We are appreciative. The store is amazing too! Emily, Tim, and Buddy from Indiana read more

Fun roadside souvenir spot with a wide range of cheap and expensive items. I bought a $12 baja and a $9 tee-shirt. They had a large range of styles/styles of tees, Baja's and other apparel. They also had some nice Knick-knacks like dream catchers and night lights. The bathrooms were clean, which is nice because they are the only option for about 40 miles. They also have gas but we didn't fuel up and I did not take note of their prices. Employees were friendly and one gave us a basic tour when we walked in "bathrooms this way, Dairy Queen that way and merchandise is in the middle". Decent spot to stretch your legs, use the toilet, and grab a reasonably priced warmer layer if you under packed. read more

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Nice place to stop. Clean and Safe. Don't be fooled. It's clearly a touristy place, but don't let that stop you from picking up some trinkets. Staff is helpful and not pushy with their sales. I liked the stuff there. My driving partner picked up some well priced fireworks that will be put to good use on the 4th of July. read more

The people who work here are so kind and friendly! Amazing selection of real silver & turquoise jewelry made by local artisans. A hidden gem! I got so many beautiful pieces of jewelry and other New Mexico souvenirs. The gift shop can keep you busy for hours! There is also a Dairy Queen to sit down and eat at. read more

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Not a good stop for Rving in a class A towing a vehicle even though the bill boards up to the exit said for Big Rigs, 18 wheeler parking. Now if you drive past the pumps there is a parking lot so that helps but the pumps were lined up straight when you pull in, not stacked, if traveling in a big rig I'd go t the next stop. read more

As many advertisements as we saw on the way to this place you'd think it would be a little more updated. It's not the cleanest and the staff is a hit or miss. We drive through here multiple times a year and have never been impressed. Also, the DQ is not the cleanest. read more

I always stop at Bowlin's Flying C Ranch for fun shopping. I really like their leather belts made in Mexico. I bought a beautiful crafted red leather belt. Nice assortment of Jewelry, pottery, fudge and much more. Dairy Queen is connected - food & ice cream. So if you're filling up your tank with gas, you can go in to the Flying C/Dairy Queen & treat yourself. read more

Amazingly friendly and upbeat staff! Everyone from the retail counter to the DQ employees were really on their game. Nice selection of souvenirs. Native style blankets and souvenirs, Western Wear, Jewelry, fireworks, and some items for the rockhounds out there. As a truck driver, I will make this a stop when possible anytime I pass thru. read more

This place deletes negative reviews that give constructive criticism of their business. I described my experience going in and seeing this dark skin young woman doing 110% making sure my family had everything we needed while the rest of the team members (mostly white) were on their phones not helping when she obviously needed it. That's not right and I explained how it made me uncomfortable to see that, but they deleted my review off their Google page. Racist much? read more

Bowlin's Flying C Ranch - My review from yesterday - Gas Stations Near Me - Encino, New Mexico

If you're on Route66 and you need to find a souvenir or gift that you can not find anywhere else, then the FlyingCRanch is the place to go!! They have everything and things you didnt even know you needed. The firework and jewelry selection spoke to my heart. The staff was very helpful and the jewelry was organized by size so you can pull a tray a go ham!!! So many turquoise pieces, I almost traded my daughter for LOL! If you have a love for bobbles and things. This store is a great stop for everyone. read more

Bowlin's Flying C Ranch - SterlingSilver Handcrafted Bengal - Gas Stations Near Me - Encino, New Mexico

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Just a cool little shop to visit whenever passing through... it's usually on the way home, when visiting Albuquerque. Lots of souvenirs with prices starting at $0.49! read more

What a fun, festive, friendly shop. Dogs welcome. Lots of affordable gifts and souvenirs. The better west coast version of South of the Border. Stop in & say hi! Yummy, true western tacos, burritos and ice cream, too. read more

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Super friendly staff in the shop!!! 5 star staff service, but only in the main shop. So many things to look at in here, souvenirs Everywhere! It's fun to stop and look if you have time. Clothes, Knick knacks, Jewelry galore! OH, and did I mention fireworks?? They gots lots!! Bathrooms were ok, but could have been kept up a little more. They were fairly large bathrooms, so easy to get the family in and out. MOST EXPENSIVE GAS IN NEW MEXICO!! They were literally $.80 more per gallon than the next gas station we drove passed. Way overpriced gas! The Dairy Queen was the absolute worst part of the trip. Ordered 5 sandwiches and a large cheese curd. Cost $55 and took about 20 minutes to get the order. The girl behind the counter was speaking to a coworker when I walked up to and continued to talk while I was standing there. Ok, take your time, I'll wait I guess ‍ she asked me if I wanted ranch or marinara with my cheese curds, so I said sure, I'll take both. She then charges me $.49 for a small cup of ranch. Really??!! She could have at least told me in advance that ranch was extra. While we were waiting, an elderly guy's food came out and she was calling out his number. He didn't answer so she called out the order and he smiled and said "Oh that's me". She dropped off his food then turned away rolling her eyes and had a huge attitude. Did I mention that she never told me my number, it was at the bottom of the receipt, but clearly the older man never saw it. He later went up and asked for a tartar sauce because he got the fish sandwich, and she loudly told him "no, I have to charge you $.50" then she hollered at her manager to loudly confirm she couldn't give him a free tarter sauce. Unnecessary, and completely rude to an old man. The fish sandwich was over cooked and cost $8 just for the sandwich. I'm assuming that old man was on a fixed income and just coming up for a quick lunch so he could get off the farm and say hi to a few people. Instead he got an overpriced mediocre meal served up with a lot of attitude. 1 star review for the Dairy Queen, because that girl was unnecessarily rude... read more

Definitely can't miss this place since they have about 1000 signs leading up to it! If you live trinkets and cool native stuff then check it out! I'd say they have something for everyone for sure! Only disappointment was the bathrooms that a billboard said were clean were not! Bathroom users beware! Also, some cool reasonably priced cowboy hats! read more

I went to wash my windshield, the water for the squeegy was rank. It smelled like something was dead in it and flies were coming out of it. Nasty. Just keep driving. read more

My first impression of this place was 'wow'. They have a lot of souvenirs for sale ranging from keychains to clothing. I was traveling through New Mexico during the month of October and saw several billboards advertising for this place and decided to stop by and check it out. They advertise dollar ice cream cones so that was cool. There is a DQ inside the store so if you need food this is it! They do have handmade knifes for sale as well as jewlery made by native americans. Some of the zarapes and blankets on sale here are imported from Mexico and not made by natives. Walking around i did see several signs that said 'made locally' I did use the bathrooms but those could have been better-taken care of. The staff needs to be on top of those bathrooms to make sure they are clean. In terms of staff i did have one staff member ask me if i needed help and then started complimenting me on how cool my hair was. I ended up buying a mug for my mom and a shot glass for my collection back home. Word of advice, you can easily spend a lot of money here from all that they have for purchase. read more

They got us lol dang souvenirs. Good little pit stop if you're looking for souvenirs, potty break or decent snacks/drinks. Large parking lot with plenty of parking including trucks/trailers. Worth the stop if you have time to kill. read more

Interesting place to stop for food and gas. Has jewelry, stuffed animals, figurines and souvenirs

Hands down the Most unhelpful & unwilling attendants/convenience store workers & restaurant personnel we've experienced on this trip. The coffee taste old enough to vote & I've had bath water that was warmer. If traveling west, wait 30 minutes. If traveling east & you have enough gas, stay eastbound. One traveler compared it to accent butthole. read more

Bowlin's Flying C Ranch - Old enough to vote & cool enough to bathe in. - Gas Stations Near Me - Encino, New Mexico

Kid needed an emergency bathroom stop. Pulled off I-40, looped around to the gas pumps, filled up with reasonably priced gas. Not sure about that other review, because the bathroom was spotless, and the people were really nice. Ended up buying knickknacks just because they were so nice and nobody batted an eye when my kid spent twenty minutes in their very clean bathroom. read more

Perfect bathroom stop, DQ to get a treat, lots of fun souvenirs, magnets and patches not seen anywhere else on Highway 40... Great customer service, something for all ages read more

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The WORST place to stop. Not only are the bathrooms disgusting & store is filled with cheap imports. You also have to back track nearly 10 miles to get back on the highway. read more

Need stuff? They got stuff! Including enough fireworks to satisfy your inner pyro. Need bling? They got bling! Including enough turquoise to sink your grandma to the bottom of the Hudson. Need bathrooms? They have enough bathrooms ... well you get the point. read more

Friendliest gas station I have ever been in. Lots of fun souvenirs and a clean bathroom too.

I have gone here on two different road trips and I've been happy to stop buy and shop here. It's nice to have a place right by the route I was going and not have to get off track. Always such friendly faces. read more

I enjoyed coming in here, as we are driving across county, and I didn't have time to stop at a more local store. I bought some handmade Navaho pieces including two small statues and am some small raffles. Each piece is signed by the artist, and the staff people knew the artists. I also liked the cloth bags and got one, even though it was made in India. read more

Bowlin's Flying C Ranch - Made in Sante Fe, NM. Adorable incense burner. They also had several other shapes and comes with an explanation on the back. $15.99. - Gas Stations Near Me - Encino, New Mexico

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It's a gas station with some tourist items for sale. Tshirts, fireworks. Everything, everything, is made 'in China'. Even the Native American pots/jewelry. Rebel review: 2 read more

This place is so cool!! They have a bunch of different native american style collectibles and pieces and it feels like a museum when you are inside. They also sell very hard to find fireworks and the staff is THE BEST. Very friendly and kind and ready to help you find what you need. I don't like to use the bathrooms at truck stops/gas stations because they are usually gross but this one was sooo clean I couldn't resist!! Love this place spent way too much money here read more

Bowlin's Flying C Ranch - Gas Stations Near Me - Encino, New Mexico

In a spot where we really needed to get gas and take a break but did not see anything coming when we started seeing billboards every 500 ft or so for about 10 miles. Fireworks, DQ, Gas, Restrooms, Handmade Native American Jewelry, you name it, this place said it had it. So, we stopped. Real long building. Only about 12 gas pumps. DQ at the end. If you're only wanting to stop for a second, do not go here because I must have spent an hour. They have so much cool stuff to look at it is unreal. From cheap to expensive. I did half my Christmas shopping. This place is full of unique gifts. Everything you can imagine. You must see it to believe it. And I got certificates of authenticity & limited warranties with my jewelry. Really fun place to see. Employees were also very helpful and nice. read more

Love this store. So much to look at and unique gifts. And people are very helpful.this is my favorite stop

I visited your establishment yesterday and found a beautiful men's turquoise ring in one of the display cases underneath the locked glass. I was in the market for one and really liked it so I jumped in with both feet against my better judgment (maybe). I have almost regretted it entirely since then and feel that it has been my $143 mistake. I have worried about its authenticity, given its price and where I bought it from. I mean no offense to your establishmeant, I just question my decision and regret it. In an attempt to make myself feel better about the authenticity of my ring I searched on the internet and found the yelp reviews. One of the responses Flying C made to a customer's issues contained the following language: "When purchasing Native American Handcrafted jewelry and many other items, you will receive a certificate of authenticity with the artist's Native American census number." I received no certificate of authenticity with the artist's Native American census number. Instead I got a photocopied piece of paper certifying that the jewelry was made by a Native American artisan and that it was warranted for 90 days. Instead of finding solace and comfort in my purchase, my situation was made worse. There is no artist stamp on the inside of the ring as I have now learned there can be. Anyway, I'm disappointed. Beware and ask lots of questions, I guess. I have a beautiful ring but its beauty has been cheapened by my uncertainty as to who made it and what materials were used. I should have exercised more caution... but tough lesson to learn--I don't even know if I have any recourse at this point. I am no longer even in New Mexico anymore. I have tried to upload this review with pictures of the ring and the "certificate of authenticity" but they won't upload using my iPad. read more

I needed gas and a restroom. Their smart mouth clerk stated, "She brought her DOG in." He's a service dog. I could have bought a ton, but I was not spoken to or welcome. Not smart to insult. He's young so I had leashed and I'm a carrier. Rude people. Don't stop here for anything. read more

Just randomly stopped here on a roadtrip and Im so glad I did!!! Such kind, welcoming employees that are doing such a great job. Beautifully made pieces all over the store that are very authentic. Wish I had the time to stay longer and spend more. Thank you Bowlin's! read more

Joke. Joke. Joke. First... be careful. The "two" exits come up quickly from the East. It's geared for truckers however as stated in other reviews, this IS NOT a trucker fuel point. There are two pumps with diesel and you may be able to fill a moving truck or RV if lucky. You'll also know you're getting ripped off since gas is about 30-50 cents more than all other fuel stations (paying for signs...); and the famous DQ... never EVER have I seen anyone weigh the ice cream for a sundae. I was like really? The server didn't even fill the cup up. Service is slow. Bathroom needs fixing... so this is all overhyped to get ya in the overpriced place. Folks are friendly but that's about it. Skip and head to the next stop. It's a full travel center.... unless your wanting to see what all those damn signs were about... stop and laugh. Majority of items: Nothing made in USA all China. Even "native" jewelry. Be warned. read more

Bowlin's Flying C Ranch - Yup all American stuff here. - Gas Stations Near Me - Encino, New Mexico

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Really cool gas station with a ton of variety in their souvenirs and items. They had items ranging from typical gas station items such as snacks and drinks all the way to cowboy boots and other things that embody the New Mexico cowboy image that many people likely have in mind. The workers are quick to direct you when you walk in whether you are looking for bathrooms or the connected Dairy Queen. Everything was fine except the restrooms which generally don't hold a ton of weight (generally 1 star), but for a gas station where people generally go it is very important. The handicap stall was flooded and creating an aroma you could smell as soon as you walk in. I saw a handicap man struggling in a wheelchair in the restroom which wouldn't have been a problem given they had taken care of the restroom. Other than bathroom I was satisfied with this place for a quick stop. read more

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Just replying to the response from the owner - Nope it was your location. Bathrooms WERE new but really gross. It was really busy- so maybe you weren't there? read more

"Expletive deleted" this place! Normally when I create a draft on my phone i just type random letters and hit save. I felt so strongly about my experience here that I actually typed out that first sentence including the deleted expletive. Since I want to keep this family friendly,I removed it from this final draft. This place sucks. Let me repeat that: This place sucks. Let me count the ways. 1. Location - The billboards advertising the DQ and store begin many many miles away. Since it is sort of in the middle of nowhere people flock from miles around. How does that suck? For starters, the place is packed. The line for the gas pumps was at least ten deep and the parking lot was overcrowded. The line for the pumps blocked the parking area, but we lucked out and got a spot on the side by the DQ. Since all we really wanted was a bathroom and snack from DQ we figured we would just enter there and be on our way. Hell NO! Every freakin entrance to this place is blocked except one entrance and exit towards the middle of the building. Apparently they want every person visiting to wander through the aisles of fireworks, cheap shirts and other assorted junk. Because there was only one in and one out, it was ridiculously packed. Making matters worse was the gaggle of jackasses who wanted to block the doorways waiting for their group of randos buying junk. 2. Stuff - I have never seen a more random collection of junk in my life. There were fireworks of all varieties, knives of all varieties, clothing, strange signs, and even a stuffed Buffalo. I'd imagine the plethora of people coupled with the limited access would make this a nightmare if some lunatic started igniting all those fireworks. 3. DQ - This is not your typical DQ. It is small, understaffed and packed with people. Waiting for our food was made more difficult by the large amount of junk on display including a display of signs that would fall over when anyone brushed past it. I left this place disgusted and hope to never return. read more

Bowlin's Flying C Ranch - $20,000 - Gas Stations Near Me - Encino, New Mexico

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