We had another great visit here at Amanecer. This visit was for lunch and it didn't disappoint…read more This place has a great Mexican cantina vibe and they play Mexican music too. It all adds to the great atmosphere here. Service is always good here, friendly staff, seated promptly. We had the enchiladas Verdes and the street tacos. Portions are large and comes with rice and refried beans. So delicious. This is a great spot! In the mood for real Mexican food, this is the place. 5 stars

I had to save this location to never forget because it was so emasculate in food, services, and…read moreambiance. The facility is clean, busy, and everyone is so kind. Not only did our waiter check in on us in an appropriate time frame but (Who I believe is the manager) came in to check in as well. Not just us though, EVERY TABLE! The food was amazing, the mimosa flight was just the right amount for an afternoon drink. We had the birria tacos, ACP, and breakfast skillet.10/10 amazing. I honestly have zero negatives for this establishment. We had an amazing time and the food was amazing as well. We WILL be back.

Authentic Mexican food! No gimmicks! Awesome staff &…read moreincredibly tasting food!

I was impressed by the authentic Mexican food on the menu like menudo and lengua tacos. The corn…read moretortillas were well made and cooked. Service was fair and the food was quickly made. I enjoyed the lengua tacos. I did not care for the menudo and threw all of it away after a few bites. I never threw away food I ordered until I tasted that menudo. It was very bare except for a little meat & tripe and a lot of broth & fatty pieces. I would suggest avoiding the menudo and recommend the tacos. The ambiance was simple, clean, and well decorated. Even though it was one of the few places in the area with good lengua tacos, I don't know if I would visit this place again.

A girlfriend wanted to come eat here for dinner for her birthday, so several of us grabbed a table…read moreto celebrate. The drinks were delicious and the food was super tasty! The birthday girl and I shared the baja nachos with chicken and queso and half of the shrimp bake (a special menu item). Both were HUGE and so good! I don't think we could finish either, and we both came in hungry. Great experience ending with a happy happy birthday girl!

Tacos!!! Home made tortillas and fresh fried chips. Salsa and toppings all made in this very small…read moreprep kitchen. The menu has classic meat and fish options like carna asada and ground beef. Incredible flavors with super great toppings. Meal comes with side option, I chose black beans. Best black beans I have ever ordered. This is homestyle mexican kitchen at its best! This little place is next to k38 and there are only a few tables outside to use. We took ours to go and headed to the beach. This is a must try!

Buen Dia is a traditional Mexican breakfast restaurant that brings authentic Mexican food and…read moreculture to the east coast of North Carolina out of its two locations, Wilmington and Castle Hayne. The restaurant is especially known locally for its authentic Mexican breakfast dishes, birria, and chilaquiles. I gave it a try with some coworkers for the first time in the Wilmington location, a it was fantastic. The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. I tried the Dovorciados eggs (two sunny side up eggs on top of a crispy corn tortilla with red and green salsa, separated by refried beans, and queso fresco.) with the Cafe de Olla. Everything was delicious. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere felt cozy and authentic. Easily one of the best breakfast and lunch spots in Wilmington. I'll definitely be back!

Wilmington' s best authentic Mexican breakfast can always be found at Buen Dia & is an absolute…read moremust visit. Today was not my first time eating here, and if I'm be truthful , every time I'm in town, I make it a point to stop by. They serve the kind of traditional Mexican breakfast I grew up loving, along with so many other delicious options. The staff is always warm and welcoming, serving every guest with the biggest smiles. You'll also often see the owner walking around as well, checking on tables and making sure everything is going smoothly, which adds such a personal touch. The restaurant itself is clean, beautifully decorated with cultural charm, and filled with the incredible aroma of fresh spices cooking in the kitchen. I always begin with their Café de Olla--a slow-simmered coffee made with raw brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves, orange peel, and coffee. It's served hot, full of flavor, and not overly sweet. Honestly, it's the only coffee I'll happily drink without creamer or added sugar. This visit, I ordered the Tamal Montado: two tamales over a bed of creamy black bean sauce, covered with red salsa, then topped with a sunny side egg, avocado, Mexican sour cream, queso fresco, and cilantro. Every bite was rich, comforting, and packed with flavor. I finished the meal with a pan dulce, which paired perfectly with the whole experience. I skipped tortillas this time, but they also have a tortilla station where they're made fresh by hand and cooked to order--always a sign you're in the right place!! They're open daily from 7 AM to 3 PM, and if you find yourself in Wilmington, this spot should absolutely be on your list

Good foods Good service and prompt service…read more Good Ambiance with a cozy inner city feeling Also had the Tito Fuentes drink

"Good Mexican with a twist near downtown Wilmington"…read more Came here on a Wednesday night for dinner at 6pm and were seated immediately despite it being a group of 5. The place was not very large but relatively full, so be wary of coming later unless you're OK waiting. The restaurant had a bit of a rustic look but clean & well maintained, and nice local art posted on the walls. Staff were welcoming and friendly, and a lot of the food was sourced locally. We started with a sweet potato- goat cheese "guacamole" appetizer. I split the Jefe's Arroz Con Pollo and the Carne Con Ancho with my son. My girlfriend got the vegan rellenos. Food came out in maybe 20 minutes. The ACP was very good but unusual. It came with a thigh and leg of chicken on top, and a big mix of flavors of food underneath-- coconut rice, black beans, pineapple salsa. Curiously no cheese. Very different from any ACP I've ever had. Overall, it was fine-- honestly, my son and I both felt it was too many flavors that overwhelmed each other. In contrast, the Carne Con Ancho was spectacular. The steak bits were cooked rare to perfection and absolutely melt in your mouth. The flavors of the arepa below it as well as the horseradish and other components blended beautifully and made for a wonderful dish. My girlfriend said the rellenos were nicely fried and the sweet potato puree was excellent-- a very hearty dish without feeling heavy. And we all also really liked the guacamole appetizer-- unusual yet delicious flavor (and no avocado). Price was fair-- this was definitely upscale, so not "cheap", but fair for what we got. Overall, I'd happily come back, and definitely would want that Carne Con Ancho again. I recommend.

Possibly the best tacos I've ever had! Dimly lit, nice big bar... huge flatscreen TV. Outdoor…read moreseating. I ate the 3 taco combo. La Lingua, Carne Asada was so delicious!! I was sad when I got full. Wish I could have just kept eating. Also... I should add... I can't speak Spanish but I managed to order. Even if you can't speak Spanish find a way to make it happen. This is the best Taqueria I've ever been to. Maybe I can go again tomorrow!!

Service was great, food came out hot in less than five minutes. Pico was fresh, rice was great, but…read morethe consumé was outstanding. You can tell they simmered it for hours to reach that depth of flavor. The birria was tender and crispy on the edges. I wish there was more cheese though. The horchata was the cherry on top.

Wow wow wow! I can't say enough good things about this place. I've found one of my top favorite…read morerestaurants in Wilmington. This place gives Miami feels. The ambience has this electric tropic feel, playing a variety of old and new Latin tunes, with lowkey lighting but not so low you can't see anything. The food it's packed full of flavor and the margs are on point! I recommend starting off with the pork belly quac, and a spicy margarita with tajin on the rim I had the Machu Picchu roll(corvina, citrus tiger milk, mango confetti, and more) and I swear was one of the most beautifully creative flavor packed dishes I have ever had in this town. Look, if you are wanting a quick getaway to another culinary world and are tired of the same ol wings, pizza , and beer come check out this spot. Oh! And to top it all off the service was stellar! Also, the restrooms are super clean and well stocked!

Absolutely fantastic, top to bottom. Wife and I dropped in for dinner while visiting family in…read moreNorth Carolina and boy was it a great decision. First and foremost our server Bella was fantastic, she was so personable and ran through the menu with us even offering suggestions. The restaurant itself is very cool, it's definitely more upscale Mexican and the food more than met that standard. I had the 4 enchilada plate, they are stuffed with delicious chicken and at Bella's recommendation I did 2 with their homemade mole and 2 with the homemade queso, both were excellent. My wife had the cauliflower dish and really enjoyed it, it's not something she gets every day and the flavor really popped, great vegetarian options at Vochas. We had the Maracuyá Tres Leches Cake for dessert and it was next level tasty. Next time we come visit we'll definitely drop by again for an outstanding meal.

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.