Inexpensive produce and cuts of meat for very reasonable prices is what I think about when I think of Mariana's. When I need kale, baby spinach, and oxtails I only think about one place. 2lbs of oxtails for $8 is decent. It becomes better when those two pounds are meat heavy instead of all bones. With enough care and patience, these tough cuts can turn into the most beautiful of stews.
I will admit that I was a little overwhelmed by the chaos going on around me. Loud noise, busy crowds, a large inventory to go through, and not exactly knowing what everything is makes for a disheveling situation.
Once you get past all of the craziness, Mariana's has so much to offer.