Welcome to Penryn Grill – where a full tank and a full belly are just the beginning.
For more than 20 years, our family has been proud to serve Penryn and the travelers of the I-80 corridor. What started as a simple gas station has grown into something much more – a one-stop destination for locals and road-trippers alike. Today, Penryn Grill combines a 76-brand gas station, a 24/7 convenience mart, propane fueling, and our newest addition: a family-friendly bar & grill with a spacious outdoor patio that occasionally comes alive with live music on the weekends.
Our story is rooted in family and community. Built on the vision and generosity of our founder, we believe in treating every guest like family. That means exceptional customer service, clean and comfortable spaces, and a focus on quality in every detail – from the pumps to the plates, and even into our very own organically certified garden, where we grow fresh ingredients that make their way into our kitchen.
We’re inspired by the big energy of America’s great roadside stops (yes, we admire Buc-ee’s too!), but we’re proud to keep things authentically local. We support nearby farms and schools, create meaningful jobs, and provide a place where everyone can feel at home – whether you’re grabbing coffee on your commute, filling up before a ski trip to Tahoe or a day boating, or winding down with a cold beer and live music after a long week.
At Penryn Grill, you’re never just passing through – you’re part of our story. So come fuel up, eat well, and stay awhile. We can’t wait to welcome you.
Penryn Grill – Full Tank. Full Belly. Full Heart.
We came up here because the Squeeze Inn was closed and boy are we glad we found this place! It is very unassuming, tucked in with a 76 gas station off of the freeway, however, the food was excellent and the service matched. We got fried pickles and the monster pretzel as starters and would definitely order again. Then we got two burgers, the brisket plate, and the locomoco plate. The brisket was cut-with-your-fork tender! And the serving sizes were very generous. 10 out of 10 would recommend! Will definitely be back. Next time we will be coming on a Friday because they have clam chowder in a bread bowl as well as fried calamari and fried clams. Be advised those are only on Fridays though!
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Karen Quinlan
Jan 24, 2026
5.0
Great food. Great service. Give this one a try. You won't be disappointed. Great prices, too!
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Larry Nelson
Jan 17, 2026
4.0
Good menu and try the shrimp tacos. Great. Service was slow but friendly.
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Mike Smith
Jan 14, 2026
5.0
I have been there twice. The shrimp tacos were very good. Then I got the smoke shack burger. It was very good. I believe that it was a special patty. Brisket? I am very picky. I have been a cook at a lot of very good restaurants.
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Sharon Knoll
Dec 13, 2025
5.0
I’ve seen Penryn Grill and finally decided to stop for lunch on our way home from Auburn to the valley. Great decision. Food was wonderful. Don’t hesitate to stop here. You won’t be disappointed.