As the New Year begins, some things remain the same — like the reliable Mario Sulit, a fixture at Hunky’s for 15 years
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Name and age: Mario Sulit, 52
Occupation: Manager at Hunky’s Old Fashioned
Hamburgers on the Strip
Spotted at: Hunky’s.
Will you have fries with that? This handsome and vivacious gentleman was born in El Salvador to a Filipino father and an Italian mother. He came to the U.S. at age 14 and has made Dallas his home for the past 30 years. Many people may know Mario from his 15 years behind the counter at Hunky’s at the corner of Throckmorton and Cedar Springs — a job he loves. Most of his customers feel like family, and he’s very grateful for them.
You might spot Mario riding around on his Honda Metropolitan Scooter, his signature vehicle. On rainy days he drives a black Jeep Wrangler, what he calls “the gayest car in the car universe.”
Namaste: Mario is obsessed with yoga, sometimes practicing up to 10 times a week. He is also a self-taught chef/home cook. His favorite cuisines are Italian and French. He loves to travel and spend time with his friends and family. His immediate family is spread all over the place, so his vacations consist mainly of family visits.
Next stop: Peru!
I don’t eat out that often, but one reason I love visiting Hunky’s is Mario.
Dropped by Hunky’s with my mother in tow for some fried mushrooms about two weeks ago.
A really nice guy that always brings a smile to my face.
I’ve been a Hunky’s customer since it first opened on the corner of CS & Throc. Yes the burgers are fine and the onion rings to die for. But… the one thing that brings me back is Mario. Always a hug and “how are you doing” from him. I’ve brought many of my friends and family there with me just so they can meet Mario and, oh yeah, have a burger too.
Love Ya Mario
Dee