El Pique - Wilmington — Restaurant in Delaware

Parking was easy, the place shares parking with the liquor store. Plenty of parking in this stand alone spot. I came in around the end of normal human lunch time. They had a few full tables, which was almost half of the space. This place is small, 4 booths, 2 tables, and a small bar with 3 stools. This is no frills, grab a menu, and order at the counter. The woman behind the counter was attentive, fast, and polite in all of our interactions. They have an extensive variety of meats for you to choose from.

They don't have a bar here. I ordered a bottle of Sprite, which was cold and refreshing. I didn't ask, but with the liquor store right beside them, they may let you BYOB. I'm not sure, I should've asked!

I ordered the 3 taco plate, choosing al pastor, chorizo, and barbacoa as my meats. Traditional style.

Al pastor was OMG! Melt in your mouth meat on crispy warm tortillas. My mouth is watering now thinking about how good they are. Chorizo was as good as I've had to this point. Perfect blend of spices, and had a little crunch to the meat. This is how I always like my chorizo. Did I mention those tortillas????!!! Barbacoa... again was off the damn charts good. You really didn't need salsa for these tacos, but you can't go wrong with the ones they provided. Verde salsa was on point...I love tomatillo based salsas! They also had an orange colored salsa that had a nice citrus flavor, and a spicy kick to it. I loved them both honestly.

I ordered the enchiladas, verde, with chorizo as my meat. I feel like I should have tried the chicken, but I've never had chorizo enchiladas so... Enchiladas came out in a fry basket on top of foil. Four enchiladas with sour cream I lettuce on top. They were tasty, but really tough to cut with the flimsy plastic utensils that came out with the order. It did get a little easier after you got through the first one, but it was a pretty awkward experience. Would've been so much better on a paper plate with foil, and either a real fork, or a stronger plastic one. I'd probably go with take out on...

Overpriced, too spicy and dried out meat. I got enchiladas, the chicken was very dry, and horribly spicy. There was almost no red sauce or cheese on them. They were 11.75. My wife got burritos, again the meat was very dry. If you want some good Mexican food, go 5 minutes up the road to El Maya. You can get 3 enchiladas there for 8.00 and the chicken is always tender and juicy. It's also a bigger, nicer looking place, which wouldn't be too much of an issue if the food was good. 6.95 for salsa and chips is also ridiculous considering you get them free everywhere else including El Maya! This isn't the first time we've had a bad experience here, so this isn't a one time and leave a negative review. They do have awesome Tres leche cakes there though, but they are overpriced too at 6.00 They aren't made there however we were told. So honestly, you can even get better burritos at chipotle, at least there everything is usually always fresh. I understand that food is a subjective thing, so my opinion of this place may not be someone else's, but I do eat an awful lot of Mexican food and you should at least give El Maya a try, then...

El Pique Mexican Restaurant may not impress with its exterior or interior design, but don't let that fool you. This establishment is a hidden gem in the world of Mexican cuisine. The food is consistently delicious and reasonably priced, making it a fantastic choice for anyone looking for authentic flavors without breaking the bank.

One of the standout features of El Pique is its convenience. The restaurant has a small parking lot, but I've never encountered any issues finding a spot. Additionally, the wait time is minimal, which means you can enjoy your meal without any unnecessary delays.

While the dining area is modest, with a few small tables available for those who prefer to sit and dine in, the overall experience is always satisfying. El Pique has earned a special place in my heart as one of my all-time favorite hole-in-the-wall spots.

If you're in the mood for some great Mexican food, I highly recommend giving El Pique a try. It's the kind of place that keeps you coming back for more, time and time again. Highly...