All I can say is that this is a lifesaver! Running at 5 mph for almost 5 Fing hours in snow and traffic, we were out of our wits! We badly needed a pit stop and this came out like a prayer answered! So almost everybody stuck in the same traffic stopped here. The pumping area got crowded, and the one restroom had a queue. Sign says something like "Restroom for customers only. Purchase something or give a $1 donation." While in line for the bathroom, look out for the kinky wood carvings and have a laugh! read more

Stopped here for a pee and to get some food. The store is kind of dirty. The man at the counter was rude. No hellos and he kind of tossed the change at me instead of handing it to me. read more

If you can help it stop elsewhere. I stopped in on my way up the mountain and asked to use the bathroom, however it was "broken." I politely inquired where they use the bathroom. Perhaps there was an option nearby. The man replied we go outside. I paused a moment and repeated his answer. Then he said it was none of my concern. So I left and held it for the remaining 40 minute drive to my resort. read more

Spend your money somewhere else....went in one evening at 6pm on my way back up to Tahoe, they have a bunch of those woven Mexican pullovers and I had been meaning to stop in for a long time to buy one. They have a ton of colors so I grabbed 6 to try on, which I did very quickly, after a few mins (between 5-10) I put 3 back and looked over to the owner who was behind the counter and said jokingly now I just have to decide which one I want and laughed a little. He snapped back at me to hurry up and make a decision because he had been waiting at the register for me and couldn't do anything else around the store. I apologized and asked if he was trying to close to which he said no. So I told him that he didn't have to wait on me and he could go about whatever he needed to get done and I would just call him when I was ready. He said he couldn't do that and that I was taking too long. It's the slow season and these pullovers are just over $20. You'd think he'd be happy to have the business. I mean isn't that the point of having a store?? To make money?? Anyway his rudeness got him $0 from me, I immediately put the stuff back and told him forget it, to which he obviously even more rudely told me "well that's just fine you have a good night". Miserable old man....I suggest everyone go spend their money at a place where the owners actually want it and are able to multitask when they have ONE customer in the store. read more

Move on.....plenty of better places out there. Overpriced and rude staff that lies to you and says they accept returns for unused chains then does not honor that promise. Our bad for believing the guy who says he was the owner! Or maybe is just because his English was so poor that we couldn't understand him. read more

Do not and I repeat do not go to this gas station at all costs. During Christmas Eve I had family heading up the mountain to South Lake Tahoe for the holidays. Unfortunately Cal trans was requiring chain control over the summit. My sister got chains installed but upon arriving to the Cal Trans station they informed my sister that the chains were installed incorrectly and on the wrong tires causing damage to her brand new car I had to head over from South Lake Tahoe to go help her. Upon arriving at the gas station the manager was yelling at my sister and refusing to take responsibility for the job she paid them to do. Our Christmas Eve was placed on hold due to us trying to get our situation figured out. If you care for your items do not give them your business. Furthermore we contacted the owner to see if he would take responsibility for his employees actions and he refused to do anything about it so save yourself a headache and go to another station. If I can give this "business" negative stars I would. Way to think about your customers. read more

Stopped to use the restroom and buy some water. While looking at the figurines to check prices, I was yelled at by the attendant 'do not touch'. I preceded to tell him I was looking at the prices since they were on the bottom. He yelled again do not touch. I told him I would now not be buying anything in his store and walked out. read more

Pro's they have gas and a restroom cons you have to pay more than you should for bouth. read more

Welcome to Kyburz now leaving Kyburz!!! Always make a quick stop here and the only gas station between Pollock Pines & Tahoe.

In regards to the other reviews-for the folks who have not been to Hawaii--you should feel great about a suggestion of a $1 donation to use the facilities. While reading travel books about the big island I frequently ran across " restroom in library." I wondered why they would mention that. We found out in a hurry no one wants you to use their restroom & many forbid it. We bought a scuba suit etc. in Hilo at a dive shop and the guy grumpily let us use an outhouse type facility in the alley. We traveled around the whole island since we spent 5 weeks once & a month the last time. We were refused bathroom privileges numerous times. When you are desperate you are willing to pay almost any amount! Once on a long stretch of road (with few businesses) we were refused 2 places. I was going to happily offer $10 at the next place, but they allowed us to use the restrooms.) The gas station restroom may not be that like a Buckees , but I can't imagine how many people stop there per day. I bought around $80 worth of stuff & my husband put the recommended $1 in the restroom. If everyone would do that, or pony up more, they could pay someone to clean every few hours. Some people are disgustingly gross. I am guessing the owners have to clean it. I would want to vomit & would be extremely angry about nasty customers. Who would want to deal with that every day! If you travel much you know there are tourist traps & higher prices are to be expected! Give these people a break. I'm sure they work long hours and have to put up w/ a lot of rude, nasty, & ignorant people!! read more

Don't stop if you have to pee! ! If you don't purchase anything .They charge you a dollar !! Not mention the vulgar ash trays and figurines in eye sight if the kids by the bathroom . Lady was rude "' You have to be a customer or I charge you a dollar per person " read more

Dude really? bathroom natzi much. My girl bought a coffee and other friend wanted to use the bathroom. The little Asian guy working there refused unless she also bought something. Screw u. Zero customer service,and zero times we will go there again. read more

After having had a horrible experience at the other mini-mart in Kyburz, this place was a relief (almost literally.) Anyway, if I'm ever in that area again, I'll make sure to stop there again. read more

We were on our way home from Tahoe and bf mentioned that there is cheap gas along the way down and sure enough, this place was much cheaper than the other gas stations in Lake Tahoe. We got gas and a Klondike bar hence there wasn't a need to pay the $1 to use the restroom. However, the pump was slow and it took a good 10 mins to fill up bf's car which is unusual. Restroom wasn't in the best condition but it suffice. read more

don't get anything but gas We drove to tahoe during a mild snow storm, I was almost out of washer fluid so I bought a gallon there. Those crooks sold, in the middle of a snow storm, may I add (!) washer fluid without anti freeze, so next morning the washers were frozen. read more

This is probably the most rude and dismissive experience I have ever had on multiple occasions at this gas station. The owner is on his cell phone gives u a look like you are interrupting his busy life as a gas a station owner. Apparently the food next stores his "restaurant" is just as bad. Thankfully yelp saved me from that experience. The bathrooms usually have a huge line and look like they are cleaned once a week if that. Please do yourself a favor and wait until South Lake or even better, stop at FRESH POND b4 you get to this point. Or if you are just in need of some supplies go to the general store across from Strawberry Lodge where you will be treated with respect and a friendly smile! read more

Stopped by here on our way to Tahoe so the kiddos could grab some snacks and take a bathroom break. The couple running it were very friendly. The restrooms could use some cleaning, but it may have been a busy morning. Good selection of snacks and gear. All in all, a much appreciated pit stop along the road! read more

As a local I can say that Silverfork is a wonderful place to have nearby. With gas prices that are comparable to those in town and not as high as they could be for a remote location I'm glad to have a place nearby for gas when it's 40 miles to town. Always friendly which is good considering how difficult it is to be a mom and pop business, especially on this highway. read more

My experience mirrors Len G's from 2011. Okay, so I pulled into the Silver Fork Store which is a 76 gas station as well with a full bladder. Right when I walked in a lady behind the counter, sounds like the same woman Len described, asked me if I needed to use the restroom. I said "Yes". She said: "You'll need to purchase something first. The bathroom is for our customers only!" I had my 76 personal card but didn't need any gas. I asked her how much an "IT's IT" ice cream sandwich cost. She looked over at the portable freezer unit where the ice cream confections were and said: Ohhh, I guess $2.50 sounds about right". Seriously! I looked around the store and they were selling small 4oz bags of cookies for $2.99. I looked up at her and she had this gleeful look on her face like: "Ha Ha. Too bad for you." I just left but will tell everyone I know to never step foot in this place. I go to the Tahoe area quite frequently and will tell everyone what a gracious and helpful person the lady behind the counter was towards me. So thoughtful and happy to assist. I'm hopeful that one day she will need to find relief somewhere for whatever reason and will be told: "I'm so sorry, I wish we could help you!" read more