7-Eleven

When to Go: Most locations are open 24 hours.

The Extras: Beer and wine are sold at many of the locations.

In Short
Forget about asking the neighbor for a cup of sugar--this corner store aims to sell all those last-minute necessities and more. Milk, magazines, home cleaners, cigarettes,...

Forget about asking the neighbor for a cup of sugar--this corner store aims to sell all those last-minute necessities and more. Milk, magazines, home cleaners, cigarettes, lottery tickets and seasonal items like firewood fill the all-hours, florescent-lit aisles. The store also serves prepared foods, from grilled hot dogs to bakery-fresh cookies, while famous frozen drinks called Slurpees and 32-ounce Big Gulp sodas have made loyal customers out of occasional patrons.

Visit 7-Eleven, home of Big Gulp fountain drinks, Big Bite hot dogs, Slurpee drinks, Hot and Iced Coffee, fresh sandwiches and other convenient, healthy and fresh food items. Satisfy your snack attack or get a meal to go at a 7-Eleven store near you.