New Convenience-Store Roundup for May 2017
By Greg Lindenberg on Jun. 01, 2017CHICAGO -- This edition of New Convenience-Store Roundup features new c-store openings, closings and more for the month of May 2017.
The unscientifically gathered roundup—gleaned from company announcements, websites, social media and newspapers around the country, among other sources—serves as a monthly competitive snapshot of newly opened or closed U.S. convenience stores, gas stations, truckstops and travel centers not previously reported in CSP Daily News. (Those stores are not counted here.)
Many of the stores listed here are owned by independent operators, while others belong to major chains, many part of CSP’s Top 202 list of the largest chains in the industry. Some represent new entrepreneurs, while others are longtime business owners exiting the industry.
Unless noted otherwise, the new locations offer the food, snacks, beverages, tobacco, merchandise, services and amenities found in most c-stores. Most offer gasoline.
To be sure your locations are listed in this roundup, please send new-store announcements to Greg Lindenberg at glindenberg@winsightmedia.com.
Click through for a state-by-state breakdown …
Arizona
QuikTrip opened a new convenience store in Phoenix in mid-May.
Net new stores*: 1
*Represents stores opened minus stores closed in this state for the month from this count only; it does not include new ownership or rebranding. It also does not include any store openings or closings previously reported in CSP Daily News. Other c-stores not captured by this count may have opened or closed in the state.
California
Circle K opened a new c-store in Moorpark, Calif., with 76 fuel, on May 1.
Effective May 1, Steve Gallion sold Gallion’s Corner Market in Castaic, Calif., to Sam Elhilu. Dean Gallion bought the property in 1969 and moved the store to its current location in 1978. It had been a three-bay Gulf gas station until Gulf pulled out of the California market. The new owner plans to resume selling gasoline, several years after Gallion decided to focus solely on the market. He plans to make incremental improvements. The store has a full liquor license, is known for its Italian combo sandwich, and carries bait and fishing supplies for boaters heading to Castaic Lake.
Net new stores: 1
Colorado
On May 4, Kum & Go opened a new c-store in Colorado Springs, Colo., featuring a Go Fresh Market and open kitchen layout.
Net new stores: 1
Florida
Georgia
Parker’s opened a new convenience store in Jesup, Ga., in May that features a Parker’s hot deli serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Highlights include a full breakfast bar with egg casserole, bacon, sausage, cheese grits and biscuits, Southern-fried chicken fingers, macaroni and cheese, vegetables and daily lunch and dinner specials.
Net new stores: 1
Illinois
Circle K opened a new c-store in Wheaton, Ill., in early May.
Boente Shell opened in Carlinville, Ill., on May 26.
Net new stores: 2
Iowa
The Waspy’s Truck Stop in Templeton, Iowa, opened for business on May 24. It features a grocery section, convenience store, large sit-down area and a car wash.
Net new stores: 1
Kansas
Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores opened a new location in Hutchinson, Kansas, on May 18. It features a Sonic restaurant with indoor seating, a drive-thru and drive-in stall.
Net new stores: 1
Missouri
QuikTrip opened new c-stores in Blue Springs, Lee’s Summit and St. Peter’s, Mo., in mid-May.
Net new stores: 3
New Jersey
New York
On May 2, QuickChek opened a 5,868-square-foot c-store in Bethpage, N.Y., its first location in Nassau County and its second on Long Island.
Stewart’s Shops held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 19 for a new c-store in Malta, N.Y., in conjunction with the opening of a new Adirondack Trust Co. branch, the first partnership with the bank and the first time a Stewart’s Shop has had a shared interior door.
Net new stores: 2
Pennsylvania
Texas
On May 1, Circle K opened a new c-store in Rowlett, Texas, with Shell fuel.
Stuckey’s opened a new location in Anahauc, Texas, on May 2.
Garrison Food Mart opened a c-store in Childress, Texas, in May. It offers Gulf fuel and a large foodservice offering.
Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores opened a new location in Sinton, Texas, on May 11. It features Chester’s Chicken and McDonald’s restaurants. Love’s also opened a new location in Paris, Texas, on May 25. The 7,000-square-foot facility features Godfather’s Pizza and Chester’s Chicken restaurants.
Net new stores: 5
Washington
Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores opened a new location in Prosser, Wash., on May 25. The 7,000-square-foot facility features Godfather’s Pizza and Chester’s Chicken restaurants. The 11,000-square-foot facility features a Carl’s Jr. restaurant and a Love’s Truck Tire Care center.
Net new stores: 1
TOTAL NEW STORES FOR MAY 2017: 22
TOTAL NEW STORES FOR 2017: 168