About this location
A few stories people tell about this place
1. Late one night, a delivery driver pulled up to Thanh Long Maria Market with an unusual request. As he unloaded boxes from his truck, neighbors watched curiously, wondering why he needed so many bananas and bags of rice. Finally, after what seemed like hours, the driver finished loading everything and drove off into the night. The next morning, everyone in the neighborhood found out that Thanh Long Maria Market had just received their biggest stock of mooncakes for Mid-Autumn Festival. Turns out, it was all part of a secret family tradition—delivering supplies early so they could bake and sell delicious treats together.
2. Late one night, a delivery driver pulled up to Thanh Long Maria Market with an unusual request: could he please borrow some sugar? The clerk, puzzled but helpful, asked why. ‘I’m making mooncakes for my wife,’ replied the driver, ‘but I forgot which aisle they’re in.’ The clerk pointed him towards the baking supplies section and wished him luck. An hour later, the driver returned with a box overflowing with freshly baked mooncakes—each one decorated with intricate designs and a heartfelt note from his wife. Word spread quickly around town that Thanh Long Maria Market was not just any ordinary grocery store—it was where even the most forgetful neighbors could find love and support.
3. Late one night, a delivery driver pulled up to Thanh Long Maria Market with an oversized box labeled ‘Special Order.’ As he unlocked the door, a familiar voice called from inside: ‘Hey, waiter! Could you bring that over here?’ The delivery driver looked around nervously but saw no one. He shrugged and carried the box inside. Moments later, a friendly voice said, 'Excuse me, could you help me carry this to aisle seven?' Turning sharply, he found himself facing a smiling old lady pushing a shopping cart filled with groceries. 'Oh,' she chuckled, 'I must be going blind—thought I heard someone calling.' The driver laughed it off, finished his delivery, and drove home, realizing sometimes the strangest things happen in supermarkets late at night.
4. Late one night, as the streets of San Francisco quieted down, a delivery driver pulled up to Thanh Long Maria Market. The neon sign flickered ominously in the fog, and the only sound was the hum of distant traffic. As he approached the door, he noticed an unfamiliar box on the counter, wrapped in brightly colored paper and tied with a ribbon. The delivery driver picked it up curiously and unwrapped the package. Inside was a giant jar of mysterious sauce labeled ‘Special Recipe,’ along with a note scribbled in Vietnamese: ‘Try our secret recipe tonight!’ Turns out, it was just a friendly neighborhood prank from the owners—who knew how much locals love their food so much they’d try anything.’