On the way back to DFW from College Station we stopped at Sam's on Sunday, 3/8. I was so glad we…read moredid!! This place has an absolutely amazing lunch buffet! The salad stuff was fresh and the dressings were all good. On the hot side of the buffet they had chicken friend steak, ham, turkey and dressings, bbq brisket and friend chicken. Everything was excellent! The sides were all great. I imagine their homemade pies are amazing but I was too full to try any of them! I will 100% be back anytime I am nearby!!!

My dad has been coming here for years, I believe this was my first time…read more My dad went for the buffet, and I ordered a la carte. First, the service was excellent, I believe our server was named Presley. Very kind, always checking on us and keeping our water and tea full. On the buffet, my dad enjoyed the salad he had, but was surprised at the little variety offered that day. He said last time he was there with my brother there was more to choose from. He then got the fried chicken, which was greasy and barely any chicken on the thigh. I tried to find a drumstick but it was just breasts, thighs and a few wings. He did like the chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes. As for the fried okra, you have to eat it fresh. It is sitting under a heat lamp just makes it soggy and slimy. I ordered 4 vegetables a la carte which came out to be as much as the all you can eat buffet. First, their onion rings are OUTSTANDING! So is their homemade ranch. What was disappointing was the green beans, they definitely came out of a can and were heated. At $3.99 I expected fresh. There may have been a small piece of onion in it. Not sure if that was how it was cooked or if it fell in from another dish. The black-eyed peas were tasty. I also had a cup of the chicken corn chowder which was good. However, there was pieces of cubed chicken in it which also made me think that it was a prepackaged soup and not homemade. My dad got the coconut cream pie, which tasted good, but could have used more coconut then just on the top. He wanted bread pudding or peach cobbler, however at the time of day we were there, they had been picked over way too much, not leaving much for anyone else to enjoy. I did like the selections in the gift shop and purchased a tea towel before we left. I always like to try a place 3 times so I may stop in and try something else. Again, great customer service.

Everything! I love looking at everything in the store. I usually both half merchandise & food.read more

We made a stop at Buccees for gas and snacks on the way to DFW. It's Christmas time and the store…read morewas all ready for it. There were so many cute items on display, it was hard for me to pass. They had a full selection of tshirts, onesies, wine glasses, cooking utensils and everything in between. Great gifts to pick up on the way to family or friends. We stuck to snacks but definitely might be back before Christmas. I only bought wine, soda and candied pecans.

I get severe anxiety in big, crowded places. And that's what this was. It was big, crowded, and…read morefull of tchotchkes I didn't want, need or love. I bought a sandwich and some water and got out of there. I will never return. In fairness to them, the place was surprisingly clean, well organized, seemed well managed. The staff seemed nice enough - just working hard to ring up all the people buying their tchotchkes.

I stopped at Buc-ee's in Madisonville around 8:30 PM. The parking lot was nearly empty, and I…read moreparked my semi truck all the way in the very back of the lot, away from everyone. I walked in planning to spend maybe 20 minutes max just to buy a few souvenirs, snacks, and a few things to take home to my kids and family. Shortly after I walked in, I was approached and told I wasn't allowed to be there because I came in a semi truck. I explained that I was only going to be inside for a few minutes to buy a few items, but I was told they would not allow me to purchase anything. I was also told, "Unfortunately truckers are not welcome." Those were his exact words. That was extremely disappointing to hear. Truck drivers are a huge part of what keeps this country moving. We deliver the products businesses sell every single day, including the products sitting on Buc-ee's shelves. To be told we're not welcome and not even allowed to make a purchase is sad and frustrating. Because of this experience, I will never return to Buc-ee's again, not even in my personal vehicle. I'd much rather spend my money at a truck stop or any business that welcomes everyone and appreciates the people who help keep America moving.

Tesla charing stations are typically tucked away in the corner of a large parking lot or hidden…read moredeep in the back of a rest stop. What most maps won't show however, is that this particular station is located in an elevated lot, which is essentially the roof of Woody's Smokehouse - Northbound (#1) directly across from the Shell gas station (#2). While the restaurant / gas station is located on St. Mary's St just off of I-45, one will still need to turn into N Fwy Service Road and drive up a slight incline hill to reach the lot. The supercharging site has a dozen Tesla stalls charging at 250kw along with another dozen stalls dedicated to Rivian vehicles. The lot is expansive -- great for space but less so when heat is bouncing off the concrete in full force. The other bit of good news? Woody's Smokehouse is kind of cool. Without going too hard into a review, they've got a good mix of spacious bathrooms, souvenirs for last minute gifts, and a nice selection of BBQ and comfort foods. I'm never going to be mad about stopping to charge the vehicle while perusing all there is to see at Woody's. Not all charging stations / rest stops are created equal but I have to give this Centerville stop a thumbs up for being more than adequate. It's not too crowded and there are bins for garbage disposal. Iny my book, it is a legit destination for charging, resting, and feasting. ___________ (#1) https://www.yelp.com/biz/woodys-smokehouse-northbound-centerville (#2) Not to be confused with the *other* Woody's Smokehouse that is *also* next to a Shell gas station about 100 feet away. I wish I was kidding.

Several stations, including accessible stations, in an 'L' pattern, and also included charging for…read moreRivian EV as well. So to be clear this station is dual branded. I charged here twice and while it was busy I had no issue finding a space. I charged quickly at the standard rate 36 cents. While I charged I rested and shopped at Woody's Smokehouse. There is also a picnic table. Of note: if you are in a wheelchair you cannot get down to the bathroom. It is stairs only.

Great easy location, good amenities. Sufficient stations. Easy to find. Well lit and safe.read more

Great stop on the way to Dallas, and the bakery is a must stop. There are other food places around…read moreincluding Chillis( their corn on the cob is delicious). Its well maintained and a show of the Tesla key at the bakery will get u a free coffee. The bakery timings are 8 to 6 on weekdays and 11 to 5 on weekends.

What a place!! We first visited 2 years ago on a visit to TX driving to Houston and this time, we…read morewere visiting Austin. My nephew loves this place. There is something about this Beaver that kids just love, lol. It's overwhelming because it's just huge and soo many people. The bathrooms always have a line so be prepared depending on when you visit. Clean. Take time to walk around because there is soo much stuff!! Our favorite really are the fresh made potato chips. They have a great crunch and makes an easy snack while driving. Nephew also enjoys the brisket. We always get some jerky since they have so many different flavors and you can sample! I do wish they had more samples of their stuff. If I can sample, I'm more likely to buy. Our last trip, I feel like they had more items for sample. So this may vary depending on when you go. We traveled over a long weekend so I think that would help sales. You should be able to find something you like here, lol.

"Willy Wonka Walmart" is how I describe this energetic, bright, and well-organized superstore full…read moreof inexpensive junk you think you need, all because its masterful marketing linked it to a rodent. Plus everyone, including the workers, are happy to be there and there's no long lines. Lots of merch and food. I got a foam baseball, a flashlight key chain, a cooler bag, my $1.19 XL Diet Dr. Pepper, and Beaver Nuggets for the neighbors, while the wife nabbed Mini Waffle Cones and Butter Toffee Pecans, which I highly recommend. This being my third time at a Buc-ee's, I was smart enough to go hungry and got a brisket sandwich from the busy busy foodworkers. Once second largest at 60,000 square feet, this particular Buc-ee's, the relief point between Dallas and Austin, ranks 11th in size out of 54. A mix of Outlaw Country with the busy Donki stores of Japan, I affectionately call these a "Delta Dawn Quixote."

Let's take a selfie with Buc-ee!!…read more You never know when you might meet the Beaver himself. A short stop for gas and an icee led to a meet and greet with Buc-eeeeeee!! No line to take a photo, so we snapped a quick photo before getting back on the road to Houston. Gotta love Buc-ee's. High Five to the beaver!!

Always the place to stop to rest, eat, shop and use the restroom…read more They are the cleanest restrooms and worth the stop. They smell clean and so easy to find an open stall. They have a great selection of merchandise if you are into all the branded Buc-ee's cloths, collectibles and anything you can thinks of they have it. For gasing up, there are a lot of pumps available. This location is very easy to exit and get back on the interstate.

I have a 2024 Chev Blazer with the adaptor and works fine with no other issues with any tesla…read morecharge stations. but the tesla app would not see this location on my phone so I could not begin the charge process, while I was there the only cars this location will charge is a Tesla, the good news there is a Shell station just 19 miles east of this worthless station located off of I-20 so if you have a car (EV) that is not a tesla. Please avoid the aggravation of going to this useless charge station, unless you have a tesla.

Great stop! Forgot to note the amount if chargers. But the venue offers a free drink for Tesla…read moredrivers if you show your key card. The Collin Street Bakery is comfortable and they make everything from scratch. Amazing bread choices. No gf choices! . They close early so if you're here at night, come prepared.

Start to finish GFE handled this project seamlessly such that I felt no anxiety during the process…read more The installation came in way under the projected timeline and even with Houston weather issues plaguing its completion - all worked out perfectly

I don't normally write reviews, and Good Faith Energy did not ask me to write this review, but I've…read morehad such good experiences with this company that I had to express my praise for Good Faith Energy. I first contacted Good Faith Energy to help with solar planning for an all-electric house build I was building in Dallas, TX. While the house was still in the pre-drywall phase, I wanted to make sure that anything that could be added in the construction phase to help with solar installation later was done. Good Faith Energy helped me out, and for a nominal fee, they designed an electrical plan and coordinated with the builder on what components would make installation easier in the future. My original plan was to build the house and live in the house for a year to figure out my electricity needs, and then design a solar system around my usage. However, after moving in in early 2025, I decided to proceed with solar installation given my fear that the solar tax credit would be going away soon. I explored several solar companies, but ultimately picked Good Faith Energy. They were familiar with the products I was interested in (REC solar panels, SPAN panels, and Tesla Powerwall 3). They are very involved with the community and post very insightful videos on YouTube. You can tell that their owner and all of the employees are passionate about what they sell and install, and truly care about selecting the right solar system for you. My sales associate with Sammy, who was happy to provide different quotes, and he offered me very good suggestions about things I hadn't thought of. Joe was the engineer that worked on the plans, and he was also incredibly helpful and patient with me. He understood my desire to maximize the number of panels on my roof space, and tried out different ways with the design to maximize solar production. Samantha and Amanda were excellent project managers, who kept me informed throughout the entire project. My install was a bit more complicated than a typical residential system. My house is all-electric, and I have a 320 amp service powering two 200 amp panels. As a result, I ultimately went with a 28.5 kW REC solar panel system powering two separate sets of Tesla Powerwall 3 (5 total). Special shoutout to our electrician Ronnie and the site manager Shane, along with the rest of the Good Faith Energy install team, who battled some of the hottest days this summer to install the project on time. Their attention to detail was impressive, and the result is a very clean install. I live in a conservation district in Dallas, and as a result, I needed approval from the conservation district as well as from the City of Dallas. It took several months to get a permit, but Good Faith Energy had experience with this and knew how to handle it. There was one minor rough patch. We scheduled a city inspection two weeks ahead of schedule, but Good Faith Energy wasn't there where the city inspector came, which generated an immediate red-tag. However, this was ironed out by the next week, and we received a green tag after just one inspection the following week. Since the install, I've had a couple minor issues with the system, but Good Faith Energy was quick to respond and resolve the issues. I have been left with a feeling that this company stands behind their project. In the end, for such a complex and expensive project, I have had an extremely positive experience working with Good Faith Energy, and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a solar install in DFW.

My husband and I decided to stop by here on our road trip. There was a ton of parking as we pulled…read moreinto the parking lot. We walked in and it was a good sized bakery that was well lit, bright, with plenty of places to sit. There was a variety of fresh baked breads, muffins, pies, as well as other things to choose from. I wanted a sandwich so I went up to the counter. The person working there was nice. She gave me a few minutes to decide what I wanted. I placed my order, paid, and waited for my name to be called. After about 10 minutes my name was called, I grabbed my order and we were off. As far as the food goes it was delicious. I ordered the Petite Turkey Cranberry Sandwich which comes with turkey, lettuce, apple, cream cheese and honey drizzle. It was the perfect size for traveling and didn't leave me overly full. Overall, Collin Street Bakery was a good place to stop with a clean atmosphere, friendly staff, and several bakery food options.

I've always seen the Collin Street Bakery items in my local grocery stores, but I've never been to…read morethe location in person. On a road trip heading up to Dallas, we made sure to make Collin Street Bakery a pit stop on our trip, and wow this place did not disappoint! They have lots of dine-in eating space, plenty of displays for you to look at the variety of food, a full fledged kitchen that you can have any kind of food to eat, a bunch of samples for you to try and especially the fruitcake! The staff are nice and friendly, I interacted with an employee on her first month at work, and she did a great job! When you go to the actual store, there have a huge variety of cookies and various treats, I've tried most of them and they are all delicious! I hate to say it, but I'm not the biggest fan of fruitcake, but having the samples are good enough for me when I stop by!