Pilot restaurant locations. Ha. Ha.

Discussion in 'Truck Stops' started by joseph1135, Dec 1, 2012.

  1. 123456

    123456 Road Train Member

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    Once upon a time,

    pilot had a few pretty decent restaurants.



    they're probably all gone now........
     
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  3. 25(2)+2

    25(2)+2 Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    I don't run there(Sioux Falls, and Altoona, IA) much anymore but the Bosselman's at a few of the Pilots were so good, I'd eat at the start of a break and again before leaving, and that is rare for me. The one west of Des Moines wasn't open overnight, so it has been years since I tried that one, but it was called Granda Max, I think.

    Flying J took over an Ambest at Northfield, MN (I-35 x69), and that one was excellent. This was recent, maybe 4 months ago.
     
  4. HwyPrsnr

    HwyPrsnr Medium Load Member

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    Not everyone fuels at a PeeLot or buy their junk. I personally give my business to the little man. The little mom and pops give far better service and dont have to worry about the not so bright folks that dont kno how to park that blocks another driver. PeeLot will NEVER get my business. Many others to choose from that give service that the PeeLot can not compete. Be safe out there drivers.
     
  5. STexan

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    I've dealt with some of the showers at the "mom and pop" places. No thanks. besides, where I fuel and where I shower is rarely at the same location/time. I prefer the smaller, independent truckstops for meal, incidentals, and parking when one is available when I need it. But few of the mid to large carriers allow fueling at these small independents so most drivers have to deal with the Pilot's, Love's, etc and are forced to use the points and shower credits accrued there.
     
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  6. EZX1100

    EZX1100 Road Train Member

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    my thoughts exactly

    i LOVE going to the small spots, but their showers can be worse than going in the woods
     
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  7. Roadmedic

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    Most of the smaller stops are not worth much. The showers are not good and in addition, even if they have a restaurant, the food is not always something to brag about.
     
  8. STexan

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    Best showers I know of anywhere, though happen to be at a "small independent" ... Little America, Flagstaff. Really nice and spacious and kept to high-end motel standards. If you' been a "good driver " in 2012, treat yourself there in December. The Christmas lights are beautiful, the rooms are pricy but very nice, good food, drink and atmosphere in the restaurant.
     
  9. EZX1100

    EZX1100 Road Train Member

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    yes, but thats LITTLE AMERICA

    aint too many truckstops that can compete with that
     
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  10. corneileous

    corneileous Road Train Member

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    That ain't no joke. Even the little america truckstop in wyoming has awesome facilities.

    I couldn't believe the showers there actually had both a tub and a seperate shower stall.
     
  11. joseph1135

    joseph1135 Papa Murphy

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    It doesn't say anything like that. I just found it funny it was in there. Especially the one with the restaurant across the street. Funny side note to that: that restaurant serves breakfast 24 hours a day. Which would be great. If they were open 24 hours a day. But they're not. Lol.
     
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