Mr. Express

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. Late one night, as Mr. Express gas station attendant dozed off behind the counter, a regular pulled up in his old truck. The usual hum of diesel engines gave way to an eerie whirring sound—like someone winding up a toy car—that grew louder with each pump. Finally, the attendant woke up with a start and saw a tiny robotic dog dancing around the pumps. ‘Hey!’ he exclaimed, ‘Who’s your furry friend?’ The regular grinned, ‘Just my neighbor’s latest invention—he loves gas stations.’

2. One morning, while Mr. Express coffee machine was brewing its usual blend, a delivery driver muttered under his breath, ‘This place is cursed.’ Curious customers turned around, but he just shrugged and drove away. Suddenly, an old lady approached the counter, muttering, 'I heard it’s haunted!' The barista smiled, pouring her coffee with a twinkle in his eye. 'Ma’am,' he said, 'we’re not haunted—just a little caffeinated.' Everyone laughed, including the delivery driver who returned for another cup.

3. ‘Hey, Mr. Express!’ shouted a delivery driver one afternoon. ‘You’re out of my favorite brand of coffee!’ ‘I’m sorry,’ said Mr. Express calmly, pouring himself a cup from the last remaining pot. ‘But I only have decaf left.’ The delivery driver groaned and rubbed his eyes. ‘Decaf?! On a Monday morning? That’s like giving a fish an ashtray!’ A nearby neighbor chimed in with a smile, holding up her own cup: ‘Actually, it’s perfect for Tuesday afternoons!’

4. One day, a customer asked the clerk at Mr. Express: 'Do you ever wonder why they named it "Express"?' The clerk shrugged and replied, ‘Well, I guess because everything here happens fast—from filling your tank to making our famous coffee!’ A regular chimed in, smiling, ‘Or maybe they wanted us to get out quick so we don’t notice how expensive the snacks are.’ Everyone laughed, and life at Mr. Express went on, filled with friendly banter and quick service.