ARKO Expands fas craves Food Concept with New North Carolina Store
Event summary
- ARKO Corp. opened a new Handy Mart store in Garner, North Carolina, featuring its fas craves food concept on February 4, 2026.
- This is the company’s second NTI (New-to-Industry) store with fas craves and its fifth fas craves site overall.
- The store offers an expanded menu including Hot and Cold Grab-n-Go selections, Roller Grill favorites, Bakery items, and a variety of Dispensed Beverages.
- ARKO’s Fueling America’s Future program allows fas REWARDS members to save up to $2.50 off per gallon.
The big picture
ARKO’s expansion of the fas craves concept aligns with broader industry trends toward food-forward convenience retail. The company is leveraging its extensive national footprint to reimagine the convenience store experience, focusing on quality, speed, and value. This strategic move positions ARKO to capture a larger share of the on-the-go food market, particularly as consumer preferences continue to evolve toward quick, delicious meal options.
What we're watching
- Concept Scalability
- How ARKO will scale the fas craves concept across its national footprint.
- Customer Engagement
- Whether the expanded food and beverage offerings will drive customer loyalty through the fas REWARDS program.
- Market Differentiation
- The pace at which ARKO can differentiate itself from competitors with its enhanced food service offerings.