You see, on our very first visit, I accidentally tipped the waitress 40%, and that's what started it all.
We had the same waitress every evening we went (usually on double-punch Tuesday's and Thursday's - get your card punched 10 times and get a free meal). As we usually couldn't finish the 20" platter in one sitting (I did once, I don't recommend it) our waitress would not only carefully pack up our food for us, but every time we were there she would pack two separate bags of fresh chips and two styrofoam cups of salsa. She would also bring us free appetizers before our meal arrived, and always took very good care of us.
Mariano's invented the frozen margarita machine...a feat recognized by the Smithsonian.
Mariano's also owns the La Hacienda Ranch restaurants in the area.
Of all the Mexican joints in all the world, you'll find me at Mariano's.
The Whole Enchilada
Our Colossal 20" Platter with a cheese, chicken and beef enchilada, beef taco, chicken taco, soft cheese taco, guacamole tostada, rice & beans.