Gary’s Arco

Cheapest gas prices in the area, second to Costco but that’s too far to drive to. There’s usually a line too. Sunday’s aren’t too bad. I secretly wish they sold mexican candy though haha.

Cheapest gas. that I know of! Great prices on beer also
It’s always super busy but of course when they have such low prices. I don’t like that they only take cash and debit. but I understand. I could have used their low prices when paying with credit! It’s family owned I believe and family operated. which is cool!

I would give it no stars if possible. This gas station has the worst set up in the entire country. Tiny, and one way only. I have been waiting for gas for 45 minutes. Everyone has pumps on the same side so only two lanes of cars the other side of the pumps have no cars at them but you can’t back up to those pumps it’s not allowed. I’d go somewhere else if I could but I’m running on fumes. Worst gas station ever.

This Gas station is near my house. Valero is closer but I go here more times than Valero because while I don’t like the 35 cent fee to use my debit card it’s better than being charged a dime a gallon extra which in my case would be $ 1.20 if I was on Empty. While they are a part of BP they don’t honor the BP Driver Award card. But I haven’t found a Arco in San Diego that does I like the fact that I can get a car wash too. I don’t spend my money at convenience stores so I can’t review this. I only pay at the pump so I can’t tell you if they are friendly or not. I have found that while not always the cheapest they are usually cheapest in the neighborhood. In my personal experience more times than not they don’t have windshield washers or the fluid to wash them with. I’ll add a star if they consistently have the fluid and washers available and drop the Debit card fee. I’d add another star too if they roll back the car wash fees to what they were before they raised the prices. The place is always busy. So be prepared to wait in line. I seem to get a little better mileage using Arco than Valero, Thrifty or some of the others.

This Arco sans ampm has the lowest prices in the vicinity. They also seem to be family owned and typically have friendly employees. Their selection of snacks is moderate. Sometimes this place is too busy to fit without sticking into the sidewalk so avoid peak hours to save money on gas.

Very small station and I don’t like the fact that they charge you for using a debit card. Usually has one of the lowest prices around San Diego so that’s why the lines can be a little long here. Talk about a Clusterf***! Prices are even comparable to Costco!

One of the best and cheap gas station so easy to pay u dont wait to much so nice costumers service

The Gas Is The Cheapest Arco in the southeast the line to get your gas is mad long tho the gas you waste in the 15 to 20 min line trying to save some pennies you could just go down the street and with no line for cents more

Good place to go to… have the lowest gas prices in the county

This Arco branch has consistently had the lowest gas prices in San Diego for as long as I can remember! As a result, this place can be a real nightmare when it comes time to refuel because of the lines!
I dont care what time of day or night you come, there is always a line it seems and a very long one at that! The flow of traffic is in one direction here to get into the station so dont even think about being sly and trying to enter in from the opposite direction and going against the flow of traffic. You will get called out by either the employees or the other patrons who are waiting to get gas.
This is is a cash only station which explains why they can keep their prices low compared to the competition. There is also a convenience store on the property stocked with the usual items.
Long lines are a pain so I recommend hitting this place up like 4 in the morning or some other odd ball hour. Recommended for those trying to save some coin at the pump.

I have been going to this gas station since the late 1990s and they usually always have the lowest gas prices in the area. It’s a very good gas station, and even though they’ve been through several renovations over the years, the customer service never ceases to change. They’re always good, and tact with swiftness. One downside is that there is always a line that is blocking Meadowbrook and Paradise Valley Road. And I mean there is always a line, except probably very late at night.
The business is not the problem, it’s more the customers at times. Some of them leave their cars unattended, and they start buying other things besides gas. If they’re going to buy other things, I suggest that they park in the parking lot adjacent to the gas station instead of creating a bigger line.

Always busy but worth the wait. Other than Costco, they have the cheapest gas, a lot of the time, it’s the same price as Costco.
What I really like about this gas station is that there is ONLY one way in and one way out, so no cuts!

What can I say about Arco? It’s close to home and cheap (at least compared to other gas stations). They’re always open so that’s good. They always have a line so if you want to go at the time that everyone else wants to, you best have time and patience to wait.

Man I love this Arco. If you live or have ever lived in Paradise Hills, you have probably waited in line to get gas here. During the day, there’s ALWAYS a line! Lol that only time I’ve been here with NO line is at 4am. They are cash only. I used to search for change in my car to get gas here. What I love about this joint is that there’s only ONE way in. And don’t try to cut cause they will call you out over the intercom and tell your punk ass to MOVE. And don’t even THINK about pulling up to the pump the wrong way. The whole station is ONE WAY. So if you want to be slick and pull your car up to the pump facing the opposite way. They will just call you out on the intercom and tell your punk ass to MOVE. Get in line just like ERRRRRBODY ELSE! Cheapest gas I’ve seen around town. Including driving out to El Cajon… CHEAPEST GAS. Period. So shut up, get in line, follow the rules, and you’ll drive away with a full tank and your pockets happy.
Quick tips:
–CASH ONLY! goodluck.
–Of course they sell snacks and drinks inside.
–Remember, ONE WAY IN, ONE WAY OUT.
–Don’t be a douche and cut.

This particular station is naturally crowded, packed, totally not worth the 15 minite wait for what, 5 cents off on a gallon?
It also happens a sub-​company of BP Petroleum — that’s right, the idiots leaking a ton of gas down by the Gulf of Mexico, thus killing economy, ecosystems and marshes down at the lovely state of Louisiana, which obviously I care not to support the parent company’s carelessness.
I’d rather save my dignity and drag my ass to Chevron. Saves my Corolla the diarrhea.

If not for the lines out of the driveway and onto the street, this place would get 5 stars from me! I constantly find myself making a U-​turn instead and driving home to try at another time or going to the Valero on Skyline (which is at least 3 cents higher per gallon every time).
The gas is always the cheapest I see around town. In fact, when my empty gas light turns on I squeeze out every possible gas droplet out of my car to make it to this Arco. On one occasion, the light turned on when I was driving through the downtown S curve and made it in time to fill up.
My only complaint aside from their long lines is that ever since the new gas pumps have been installed, I cannot leave the pump unattended because it always slips off of the continuous latch. A little tedious, but this gas station has saved me money in the past so I can’t be too mad at it.

This is «THE» Gas station everyone goes to. Hands down the cheapest gas in San Diego. This is the gas station everyone went to. Like the previous review said, it does get crowded, and it really irritating when people are on the street waiting. Come on people! This gas station ain’t going nowhere!!!
They will not serve you if you pull in or if your car is facing the other way. Don’t mess with the flow! Damn I love this gas station.
Another thing I love about this gas station, is that when your gas door is on the other side, don’t worry, just pull the gas pump, and the pump will actually twist with ease (your gas pump won’t be upside down).
This place has improved a lot over the years. I remember when the pumps were all ghetto and all vandalized. Now its all neat and clean.
The store inside has more room now, it actually looks empty. The only thing I buy here is either soda or chips. Other than that, the store is pretty well stocked. I bought my lottery ticket here, and I won $ 20 ;)
The reason why I said this is «The» gas station. Ask everyone you know that lives around the neighborhood, and ask them where they got their gas when they were broke, or where they got their gas after getting off work or school (Morse 03!). Testify!
How’s your momma and ‘em?

This place has the cheapest gas in San Diego without a doubt. If your in the area fill up at this place. it does get crowded and sometimes the line will go out the driveway… if thats the case drive around until you can get in. the cops will give you a ticket if your blocking the street while in line. i dont know why its in the videos section… i dont think they have rented videos in 10 – 15 years. should be changed to gas stations