California still doesn’t have a Buc-ee’s, but a mysterious banner in northern San Diego County gave fans a fresh reason to wonder. The sign promised “Buc-ee’s Coming Soon” in Rancho Bernardo, instantly stirring up hopes that the Texas travel-center chain was finally headed to the Golden State.
For now, this is a rumor story—not an opening announcement. The closer the available details are examined, the less the site looks like a genuine Buc-ee’s project.
What sparked the latest California rumor
The speculation began after a branded banner appeared on fencing around the former El Torito property at 16375 Bernardo Center Drive. A photo circulated online, and MySA reported on July 6 that Buc-ee’s had not announced a California location or responded to its request for details…