A hidden gem in Wilmington ... a well kept secret of the locals …read more.. From the outside .. it looks like a road side hole in the wall but once youre in, its a whole new world ! Most people enter the bar entrance where the small patio area is .. but on the other side of the patio is the main entrance where you are created by the host stand .. You would never know how big this place is from the outside but once in... its like one of the hamster cage cages with never ending tunnels to different rooms/area... RSVP are definitely suggested since walkins are usually in Bar area or Patio area .. which isnt bad .. but its limited seating .. Staff here are cool but service can be a lil wait if they are busy . Menu is a Panamanian vibe with lots of good eats .. One of the salsas you must get is the Elote salsa its very nommm nommmm next would be the Goat Gauc which is equally amazing. The Ceviche is a must get ... yes get the Quattro which is 4oz of each one so you can sample all ! The scallops and pork belly of mash is pretty good but would be better over the coconut rice . The special of the day was a sheepshead filet over risotto which was pretty damn good ! The corvina was ok but was a little bit over done and ended up a lil drier than expected. Highly recommend asking for the homemade hot sauce ... its amazing and goes on everything! This is definitely a locals Hotspot and an interesting place to people watch... Will definitely comeback for sure .

This is based on takeout***…read more Great vibe inside. Love the decor. Lobster ceviche is really good. Huge chunks in there and the flavor is great. The tortillas are really hard, difficult to eat and not very good though :( Ahi tuna was seared (not raw like I asked for) and the tortilla was burnt. Half wasn't edible... Coconut rice is sublime. Id go again but make different choices.

I should've realize I was cook when I open the menu and the prices were taped over. The same song…read morewas playing the whole time I was here. The water I order I'm going to assume it came from the toilet. Paid $4.50 for a bottle of Diet Coke. 3% fee on card transactions. The plantains were stiff & not soft. The popusas were good. It's just this location. Go to the other savor Hispano, not bother coming here. My soul died in there.

I saw a friend post about this business on FB and his pictures looked so good that I immediately…read moredrove here to try it. This is their second location and it is in the old Hibachi to go store in the Food Lion shopping center. I was the only one eating in but there was a few take out orders. I hope more people start eating here cause it's delicious. It has all kinds of Latin flavors. The place is very casual. Latin music was playing and the menus are huge (literally). I tried the healthiest thing o the menu which was camarones en coco. The plantains and beans that came with it were so good I wanted to lick the bowl. I don't even like beans and these were amazing. The whole meal was really good. The coconut sauce was very good. I could have used some hot sauce or some more heat but I didn't ask to see if they had any. Give this place a try!

Writing about the new location in Castle Hayne which just opened on Castle Hayne Road. We have been…read morewaiting to try it and went Friday night. They have renovated the old space and opened it up into the adjacent store front. It's still a little tight and not long on ambiance but the food is amazing. I had the Texas fajitas which included shrimp steak and chicken. The tortillas appear to be made fresh. Portions are large. I had much more meat than guacamole salad, but it was well prepared and delivered sizzling. My wife had the skirt steak and was very happy with it. My daughter had a chicken dish which was smothered in queso which had just the right amount of heat. My son had tacos made with beef tongue- he is the adventurous eater- and ate every bite, paired with a tamarind soda. This appears to be family run - they were super friendly. Our waiter's English was not good, but we got through and he was very polite. They did not move us along and we needed to ask for the check when we were ready - once we asked we got checked out promptly. Pricing was very reasonable. All in all this is a great addition to the few restaurants in that area of town and as they get their feet under them I'm sure will only improve. We will be back as the food and friendly service is worth the trip.

My carryout Beef Huarache was disgusting! More than half the "beef" was gristle that was inedible…read more The remaining beef was overcooked and tough. It contained only a few beans, two tiny pieces of tomato and a small amount of cheese and sour cream. The tortilla was soaked with oil and beef grease and was also inedible. A very disappointing meal. I will not go back to La Esquinta in Wilmington, NC!

Very tasty food and service was great!! Will return if in the area. Soup and fish were good.read more

The food was amazing atmosphere like your Abuelas house on a Sunday. Very quick service along with…read morekind people overall. This is truly one of NCs hidden gems that might not be here forever. So if you looking for great people and even better food I highly recommend this place.

He wanted pupusas for his father's day breakfast! We found…read morethis place with a quick search. So glad they were open. We got a variety of pupusas, and sweet plantains. So good! If you don't know, they are gluten free. Worth a visit. Place got full quick!

Customer service quality is bad. Waited an hour for the food that was very simple meanwhile there…read morewas only 2 other tables here. My table got their drinks at different times and food at different times. food was mid

First timer with a background in Houston, TX Tex-Mex. Carnita plate for me was delish on the…read morecarnita. Perfect mix of meat/fat and it appears finished on a flat top griddle for crispy edges. It was melt in your mouth. The rice is pure, no veggies added, and had a unique enjoyable seasoning. The refried beans are a bit "wet" and lacked a wow flavor. Flour tortillas were griddled perfectly to bring out the flavor and a little crunch. Salsas are good for Wilmington, but not kick ass. I'll return for the authentic vibe of my meal.

My sister is Mexican so I know good authentic Mexican food, and this place is definitely it…read more Homemade tortillas and wonderfully dressed tacos. Plenty of cilantro and onions, a Serrano pepper with the tacos, perfectly grilled meat. As me and my family were leaving I saw aguas frescas. We tasted and left will all three flavors: Horachata, piña, and sandía. So fresh. No powdery flavor or syrupy taste. TRULY HOMEMADE! My mind is BLOWN that this place doesn't have more reviews. I'm mad that this restaurant isn't in my hometown 10 out of 10

New look !! Come and look inside!! The food is amazing and a great atmosphere to enjoy itread more

Great Latin food. It's not easy to see from the street, but well worth the effort to find. Great…read moreselection.

Came here for my birthday dinner - was a great choice! Beautiful interior and awesome customer…read moreservice. The food was good - what to be expected from a restaurant that provides fusion cuisine. You could tell everything was fresh and prepared mindfully. The cocktails were strong and delicious! My favorite part of the meal was my salmon bowl and the chips! Such a great take on classic chips and dip.

Food tastes great... will gaslight you about chips…read more En español: la Comida es muy bueno... los chips esta mierda Also... too may birthdays, that's not even possible