Ohio's Sheetz Vying for Best Gas Station Food Award

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Sheetz, the popular Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain that has expanded throughout Ohio in recent years, has been named a finalist for 'Best Gas Station for Food' in USA Today's 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards. Customers can now vote for Sheetz to win the national recognition for its extensive made-to-order menu and customizable food offerings.

Why it matters

Sheetz has built a loyal following in Ohio and across multiple states for pioneering the concept of high-quality, customizable food options at a convenience store. A win in the USA Today competition would further cement Sheetz's reputation as a leader in the evolving gas station food landscape and provide valuable national exposure for the brand.

The details

Founded in 1952 as a small family dairy store, Sheetz has grown into a major convenience store chain with hundreds of locations. The company began offering made-to-order food and touchscreen ordering in the 1990s, helping to transform the typical convenience store experience. Sheetz is now competing against other prominent chains like Buc-ee's, 7-Eleven, Casey's, and QuikTrip for the USA Today 'Best Gas Station for Food' title, with voting open until May 4.

• Sheetz was founded in 1952 in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
• The company opened its first official Sheetz convenience store in 1972.
• Sheetz launched touchscreen ordering for its made-to-order menu in the 1990s.
• Voting for the USA Today 'Best Gas Station for Food' award is open until May 4, 2026.

What’s next

Voting for the USA Today 'Best Gas Station for Food' award is open until May 4, 2026, giving Sheetz customers a chance to help the chain win the national recognition.