About this location
A few stories people tell about this place
1. A few months ago, a regular noticed something peculiar in Mariano’s checkout aisle—a mysterious package wrapped in brown paper and tied with string. No one claimed it, and when he mentioned it to employees, they acted strangely quiet. Finally, someone from the store admitted that it was just a forgotten delivery package. The next day, a friendly delivery driver showed up with an apologetic smile, explaining that his dog must’ve dragged the box inside on his bike. Everyone had a good laugh over coffee, realizing that sometimes even supermarkets can be as chaotic as any neighborhood corner store.
2. In one corner of Mariano’s, near the dairy section, a regular noticed an oddity—an old, dusty bottle of milk that seemed to appear out of nowhere. Curious, he picked it up and found the expiration date was years past due. Just as he was about to laugh it off, another shopper—a delivery driver—piped in: ‘That’s why they call it “fresh” market!’ The two neighbors shared a hearty chuckle over a mystery solved, leaving behind only smiles and a newfound appreciation for grocery humor.
3. Early mornings are usually quiet at Mariano’s, but recently a delivery driver noticed something strange. As he parked his truck outside, he heard soft humming coming from inside the produce section. Curious, he peered around the corner and saw an old lady gently singing to the apples, causing them to turn slightly redder. She smiled warmly when she noticed him, introduced herself as ‘Mrs. Delicious,’ and invited him for a taste of her special apple pie recipe. The delivery driver left that day with not only groceries but also a new friend and a promise to return soon.
4. Late one night, a delivery driver pulled up to Mariano’s loading dock and was startled by a strange humming noise coming from inside. Curious, he peeked through the window and saw rows upon rows of cans, each emitting its own tuneful melody. Intrigued but cautious, he opened the door just enough for a peek. Suddenly, every can began singing ‘Happy Birthday’ in perfect harmony! Turns out, an old radio had been left on overnight, playing softly into the store’s soundproofed aisles. The next morning, everyone in the neighborhood stopped by Mariano’s with their birthdays written down—just in case.