7-Eleven

The 7-Eleven in Central Square is a Cambridge branch of the international convenience chain, offering grab-and-go bites, hot and cold beverages and assorted newsstand items. It is a practical stop for anyone who wants a coffee, a snack or a quick meal without sitting down. Hot food such as Big Bite hot dogs, fountain drinks and frozen Slurpee drinks sit alongside chips, candy and everyday essentials.

7-Eleven began in Dallas in 1927 as an ice company that sold groceries off its docks, and took its current name in 1946 from its then-unusual hours of 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. The chain went on to popularize the Slurpee and the Big Gulp and grew into one of the largest convenience retailers in the world, with tens of thousands of stores. Many stores in the chain are open around the clock.

What to Know

• The 7Rewards loyalty program offers points and deals through the 7-Eleven app.
• Delivery is available in many areas through the 7NOW app.
• The chain’s 7-Select private label covers snacks, drinks and household items.