Gas stations are places that we stop to fuel up our cars, and perhaps grab a quick bite to eat. But there are some that are cool places where locals gather to have a good time. And in Arkansas, we have one station that is the coolest in the world. But why is this gas station so cool? Keep reading and you’ll find out.
Shortstop Conoco is a gas station and general store located at 18440 Marshall Street in Garfield, Arkansas.
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At first glance, it looks like your average gas station, but there is nothing average about this location.
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In fact, it’s a popular spot for bikers to refuel, and chat before they hit the scenic byways.
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But they also stop inside to get some delicious food.
mollie mcdougal/Google And with choices like burgers, homestyle fried chicken, subs, and more, they will leave this station all fueled up.
But the bikers aren’t the only ones who frequent this station.
Jeff Davis/Google It’s a favorite hangout for the locals because it’s the coolest gas station around.
What makes this gas station the coolest is that it’s the home of the giant ice cream cone.
Elijah Pearrow/Google And the ice cream cones are the talk of the Ozarks.
Initially, the menu is a bit deceiving. Don’t let the name peewee fool you. The peewee cone is big enough for two people to share.
Orderanalyst/Google But you can easily enjoy it all by yourself.
It’s perfect for little kids or teenagers…
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…but the big kids might attempt one of the bigger sizes.
Grandma Sharon W/Google I’m not so sure if this “big kid” pictured above was able to win that ice cream challenge.
Regardless of what size ice cream you get, one thing is for sure, you’ll leave the gas station with lots of smiles on your face. And you’ll agree with us that Shortstop Conoco is the coolest gas station in the world.
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And with choices like burgers, homestyle fried chicken, subs, and more, they will leave this station all fueled up.
Jeff Davis/Google
It’s a favorite hangout for the locals because it’s the coolest gas station around.
Elijah Pearrow/Google
And the ice cream cones are the talk of the Ozarks.
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But you can easily enjoy it all by yourself.
Cheri Moore/Google
Grandma Sharon W/Google
I’m not so sure if this “big kid” pictured above was able to win that ice cream challenge.
So, have you been to Shortstop Conoco before? If so, did you try one of the giant ice cream cones? Tell us about your experience in the comments below.
And for another cool gas station, here is one that serves yummy desserts.
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Address: Shortstop Conoco, 18440 Marshall St, Garfield, AR 72732, USA
