Supermercado Marcos

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, a regular noticed something strange in the produce section: bananas that seemed to change color as he walked past them. Curious, he mentioned it to a nearby delivery driver, who shrugged and said, ‘Oh, those are just special imported bananas from Colombia—change colors when you look at them.’ The regular laughed it off until one day, while shopping with his neighbor, she whispered, ‘Maybe they’re just embarrassed by your banana republic jokes!’ Everyone burst out laughing, ending the mystery—and any future banana-related teasing—in Supermercado Marcos.

2. Late one night, as a delivery driver unloaded boxes of canned goods, he swore he heard someone whispering behind him. Turning around, there was nothing but empty aisles and silent shelves. Curious, he peered into the shadows—and found only a stray cat meowing for attention. The next morning, everyone laughed it off as just another late-night Supermercado Marcos adventure.

3. One afternoon, while stocking shelves, a young worker heard an odd announcement over the store’s PA system: ‘Ladies and gentlemen, please be advised—our tortilla chips are now officially certified for underwater consumption.’ Curious, the worker tried dipping one chip into his water bottle—it tasted just like any other chip. Later that day, a regular customer asked if they could get their groceries wet too. The manager shrugged, saying it was probably okay as long as you rinse them off first. Since then, Supermercado Marcos has become known for its unique underwater snack certification.

4. In the late hours of a Sunday night, a delivery driver was unpacking boxes when he heard someone whisper, ‘Don’t forget to grab the special item today.’ Curious, he looked around but saw no one. As he searched, an old lady in the aisle smiled and said, 'Just take two packets of spaghetti—one for you, one for your friend who helps out.' The driver laughed it off, realizing it was just another friendly neighborhood prank. After that, whenever he worked late, people would leave little notes or treats for him.