So there I was…at the Shell Station on 2319 4th Ave E, Olympia. I've never been to this shop, but decided to stop on in. I had a hankerin’ for a fountain diet coke. It really does taste better than in a can or bottle. I can also put in a lot of ice which I do enjoy.
I’ve heard the talk about how unsanitary the ice machines are in these places, but my love of ice overcomes the fear. So I grab a cup, fill it with ice, and then decide on the spur of the moment to get Sierra Mist. I pull the little lever to release the liquid and I notice it’s slower than a normal fountain and then there is no bubbly-ness. Again, not too odd. Then it happened….
Two ants came out of the spigot. Guess they needed the sugar more than me. After being completely grossed out, and a few dry heaves later, I returned the ants and the drink to the cashier thinking this is the kind of guy who would have ants for pets. He didn’t seem surprised but asked if I wanted a different kind of drink. I said “are you kidding me?” and walked out.I then went to my usual “I need a fountain drink with ice” gas station located on Plum & State and oh so yummy. No bugs. Nice clean environment. The only thing that catches my eye are signs everywhere that say you cannot use food stamps to buy wine, beef jerky, soda, or lottery tickets.
Should I call the health department or something? Or is this something that falls within the "acceptable" parameters for an establishment with food? Probably the latter, but I'll google and find out.
