AM PM Service Station

This place doesn’t seem to care about their customers at all. Their signs say gas is 0.10 cheaper with a car wash and nowhere does it say anything about it needing to be a deluxe was. And can you guys please put receipt paper in the car wash machine? It’s been like this for about 6months now.

This is a one of the worst AM/​PMs around for some very good reasons:
— It’s usually really dirty. Somebody go rent a pressure-​washer for the lot & pumps, mmmkay?
— No beer. Seriously. The rationale is that there’s an elementary school nearby. This rule does not seem to affect the bar next door.
— Carwash sucks and is better at removing antennae and mirrors than dirt.
— Carwash «discount pricing» sucks. Get a carwash, get 10c a gallon off… except that the price on the pump stays the same. Lucky customers instead get to go inside the store and wait in line to claim a handful of change from the clerk.
I only come here when it’s nearby and the gas gauge needle has passed that line right after E.

The employees have always been really friendly to me when I’ve gone here and the gas prices are relatively cheap compared to other gas stations in the area. I love how you can pay cash outside if you want instead of having to go in. They charge 45 cents to use your debit card and do not take credit cards.

There’s so much I dislike about this gas station, but it’s 1:30 in the morning, and I don’t feel like writing it all. I’ll just state these few things:
It’s always crowded. And, the cashiers seem to go slow. They have no sense of urgency. I’m not saying they have to run all over the place, but it looks like they go slower than they should.
The fact that it’s «cash only» at pumps. That’s annoying.
Lastly, this dumb promotion they often have where you get a card stamped when you buy any drink there, and after 4, you get the 5^th one free. This location, as well as the one near Fallbrook, use a hole punch thing. The other AM/​PMs use an ink stamp, with the logo printed on it. Well, when my card fills up, the other locations WILL NOT accept the card with the hole punch. So I asked this location why they still use that if it isn’t taken from the other locations. This manager told me, «We’ve asked the corporation numerous times, and they lag and just won’t send us the new one. But, if other locations don’t take it, just come back here.»
Yeah, well… I’m driving a lot and in various locations. I can’t do that. How about if your company does a promotion, they get their head out of their butt, and run it properly.
That is all.
Goodnight.

This is another great arco/​am pm. It is right off the freeway and very convenient for me to near by destinations that i visit often. The bathrooms are always clean and the employes are always nice. Gas is always a decent price and always a bit cheaper than the surrounding gas stations …

Prices decent, employees forgettable, right off the 5. Bathrooms available — usually not out of order— and no key necessary. Coffee available but only worth it if you have NO time to stop anywhere else. Never crazy busy, but steady in the mornings I’d say. If you drive around the back– go get a slice of pie at the Village Kitchen Pie Shoppe. Getting back onto Tamarack eastbound from the exits is a pain. Westbound easy day.

several times i pay for car wash. wait in line and the wash doesnt work. annoying.

I really dislike this gas station and try to avoid coming here like the plague. But, in a pinch it’s the one closest to home. First, it’s always crowded. I can only liken it to being the WalMart of gas stations. Second, the payment system — one system for multiple pumps? I get that its Cash Only to pay at the pump, but in this day and age… why? And if you are going to require cash only, why does the drive thru car wash require a card and not accept cash? That makes no sense.

Come here for my morning coffee fix and gas sometimes cause it’s right next to my girlfriend’s house.
The coffee selection here is good, I always go with a half regular roast half Brazilian dark roast, perfect blend. Careful though their coffee can be over the top HOT sometimes and I’ve burned my mouth pretty good. (Obviously my fault but still be cautious, it was much hotter than Starbucks would come fresh off the burner)
The cashiers are quite friendly and gas prices are reasonable for an «off the freeway» gas station.
Bums me out though that this place doesn’t sell booze! What the heck!
They also charge you $.45 anytime you use your debit card, and they do not accept credit cards if I’m correct.
The restrooms require a key from the cashier which is a pet peeve of everyone I’m pretty sure.
Overall I like this place cause it’s convenient for me but it could use some changes which would help me give it a better rating.

I think as far as gas in carlsbad goes this place is a great deal because it is very cheap. It’s probably the cheapest around. Yes the gas is even cheaper if you buy a car wash; I don’t see the point in being mad at the price difference like the other reviewers. Also, their are tons of pumps so you never have to wait. I love that I can be in and out in a jiffy!

This is the lamest gas station! I use gas buddy to find the best deal on gas and it turns out they have 2 prices at this station. The low price shown on gas buddy is only valid if you buy a car wash. I didn’t buy a car wash and had to pay an extra 20 cents/​gallon. I’ll never come here again.

They charge .45 to use your card here. Go down the street and it’s free. What bullshit they gouge you on gas then to use your card? Thanks BP/​AmPm

You’re average AMPM. I go for the gas, but only if I have cash. Otherwise the .45 fee negates their prices.
BTW: other than AMPM, who still charges for using ATM? Are we still in the 90’s. And plus, aren’t business not supposed to charge for that kind of stuff anymore?

They don’t sell beer. The only reason they got a 2 instead of a 0 is they always have rib sandwiches and double cheese burgers fresh on hand. Cheapest gas prices at this off ramp.