Palacio Maya Mexican Restaurant — Restaurant in Hockessin, Delaware

My wife and I stopped in for dinner for the first time a month ago after reading reviews online. This is the first Mexican restaurant in Pennsylvania that I truly felt a chef was thinking through how to develop thoughtful and innovative dishes. My wife had the duck breast special ($15.95) and I had Carnitas ($11.95). The duck was not only perfectly cooked (she ordered medium rare), but it had a marvelous sauce and very flavorful side dishes; not the usual rice and beans. The chef went to extra lengths by adding unusual garnishes in addition to seasoning the side very well. Regarding my Carnitas, which I have sampled at just about every Mexican restaurant in southern PA, it was an updated version with a dark sauce (unusual) that included nopalitos (cactus). It had as much flavor as many moles I have tried; wonderful. I would recommend Palacio if you are an aficionado of Mexican cuisine and want to try some of the best of the burbs. We returned 8 days later even though we live 40 minutes away. Look for their menu online for an idea of...

Our favorite local Mexican food. The traditional stuff is great, including their salsa. But recently, they have been trying some specials, like soups. We had a wonderful Mexican style gazpacho once--really different and refreshing. I like this going beyond the norm. I am normally a enchiladas or anything with shrimp guy. All their recipes were great. Their chicken rice soup is also a favorite with my daughter. full bar and good drinks as well. Keep...

Off the charts, delicious, fresh , authentic Mexican food,...