I visited the famed Buc-ee’s chain – I tried its ‘world-famous’ bathrooms and checked out its large wine collection

FAMOUS convenience store chain Buc-ee’s is branching out from its Texas roots and has begun opening new stores around the US.

Buc-ee’s is known for its “world famous” bathrooms, hot food offerings, and convenience store snacks and gifts.

The chain was founded in Texas in 1982. Since then, it has opened more than 50 locations. Most are in Texas, but the chain has begun to branch out to other states in the south.

But regardless of the location, visitors of Buc-ee’s will find snacks, barbecue, wine, and some of the cleanest bathrooms ever seen at a road stop.

In fact, one of the chain’s locations in South Texas won a nationwide restroom contest in 2012 for having the cleanest bathrooms.

The restrooms are larger than a typical rest stop stall and are decorated with art on the insides.

Restrooms at Buc-ee’s are equipped with motion-activated sinks, toilets, and hand-dryers.

Buc-ee’s also holds two world records: That same store in New Braunfels has the world’s largest convenience store, measuring in at 66,335 square feet. Another Texas location has the world’s longest car wash at 255 feet.

As far as the food offerings are concerned, the chain has a bakery, jerky counter, fudge counter, and hot food made to order.

Hot food offerings include breakfast sandwiches and tacos. There is also a full deli counter.

Most of the food is made fresh on the premises, according to the chain’s website.

There is no shortage of snacks, either. The convenience store carries dozens of different candies and snacks that are a given for road trips.

Wine lovers will be delighted to know that Buc-ee’s has a wine section complete with pairing and tasting notes.

There is also a huge array of Buc-ee’s-branded merchandise, including tshirts, candy, and more.

The shopping aspect of the store has been compared to that of a Cracker Barrel in terms of offerings.

You can purchase various gifts, including hanging wall signs and scented candles.

Of course, there are pumps to refuel your vehicle as well.

All Buc-ee’s locations are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.