Texas-Based Buc-ee's Opens First Ohio Location in Huber Heights

The popular gas station and convenience store chain brings its famous brisket, Beaver Nuggets, and spotless bathrooms to the Buckeye State.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 4:05am

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A bold, colorful silkscreen-style illustration featuring a repeated pattern of a single Buc-ee's food item, such as a brisket sandwich or Beaver Nugget, in a high-contrast, neon-infused palette that captures the energy and excitement of the brand's first Ohio location opening.Buc-ee's iconic snacks and meals take center stage in a vibrant pop art celebration of the chain's expansion into Ohio.Cincinnati Today

Buc-ee's, the beloved Texas-based gas station and convenience store chain, has opened its first-ever Ohio location in Huber Heights, about 65 miles from Cincinnati. The new 53,000-square-foot store, located at the intersection of State Route 235 and Interstate 70, officially opened its doors to the public on Monday, April 6th at 6 a.m., with a grand opening celebration scheduled for noon.

Why it matters

Buc-ee's has developed a cult-like following across the South and Southwest for its extensive food offerings, unique merchandise, and exceptionally clean restrooms. The opening of the first Ohio location marks the chain's continued expansion beyond its Texas roots and provides Buckeye State residents easy access to the Buc-ee's experience.

The details

The new Huber Heights Buc-ee's features a wide variety of the chain's fan-favorite food items, including brisket sandwiches, beef jerky, and the signature Beaver Nuggets. The store also offers non-ethanol gasoline, electric vehicle charging stations, and a state-of-the-art car wash. Buc-ee's is known for its massive size, with the Huber Heights location spanning 53,000 square feet, and its exceptionally clean bathrooms, which are a major draw for travelers.

  • Buc-ee's Huber Heights location opened on Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6 a.m.
  • The grand opening celebration for the new store took place at noon on April 6, 2026.

The players

Buc-ee's

A Texas-based gas station and convenience store chain known for its extensive food offerings, unique merchandise, and exceptionally clean restrooms.

Jeff Gore

The mayor of Huber Heights, Ohio, where the first Buc-ee's location in the state has opened.

Jeff Lenard

The vice president of strategic industry initiatives at the National Association of Convenience Stores, who has previously commented on the Buc-ee's experience.

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What they’re saying

“Their doors will never close after that!”

— Jeff Gore, Mayor of Huber Heights

“The average visit to a Buc-ee's store is about "30 minutes or more".”

— Jeff Lenard, Vice President of Strategic Industry Initiatives, National Association of Convenience Stores

The takeaway

The opening of the first Buc-ee's location in Ohio marks a significant milestone for the beloved Texas-based chain as it continues to expand beyond its regional roots. Residents of the Buckeye State can now easily access the Buc-ee's experience, with its famous food, merchandise, and spotless bathrooms, without having to travel to the South or Southwest.