Vochos CDMX — Restaurant in Wilmington

We were excited to try this place as it was new and had heard good things. We had 7 PM reservations, but it did not appear they were needed as it was fairly slow when we arrived on a Saturday night in May. When we walked in the smell was overpowering. At first, we thought it was someone’s perfume or cologne, but then realized no, it was actually the restaurant. It did not smell like food at all. My husband is pretty sensitive to smells so we almost left, but since we had reservations and we’re already there, we opted to stay. First mistake. We waited at least 10 minutes for someone to even stop by the table. We took turns going to the bathroom to wash our hands and waited about five more minutes after that before someone stopped to ask if anyone had helped us yet. We said no, and he took a drink order and said he would find a server for us. He did fill our waters, but never brought our drinks which were two bar drinks and one soda water. We waited another 15 minutes or so without drinks or anyone coming by before a server came by and asked if anyone had taken our order yet. We said no, but that we had ordered drinks from someone who said they would find a server for us. She asked what we wanted to eat. Considering we had never been there before even though we had spent 25-30 minutes looking at the menu, it would’ve been nice to have a little guidance. She suggested we order everything at once so we ordered our app and entrées. Our server did apologize several times throughout the meal and the guy that originally took our drink order stopped by as our order was being taken, and he also apologized for not bringing our drinks. I appreciate that they were apologetic, but seeing as everyone seemed to know that we sat there for 30 minutes without even having drinks, we at least expected a manager to come by and check in. As far as the food goes, it was pretty good - no standout entrees, but came out very fast. We started with the ribeye guacamole. The guacamole was good, but the ribeye just tasted like leftover ribeye, not great. That was probably my least favorite though. The bread they bought was terrific. Even if someone had just brought the bread earlier, the experience would’ve been much better. As far as entrées go, we had enchiladas, al pastor tacos, and quesabirria. All were decent but I can’t say anything was better than other local spots and was priced a little higher. The beans were actually really good. It was almost like a bean soup and I could’ve eaten those as a full meal. I had some kind of grapefruit cocktail and it was also very tasty. As far as the atmosphere goes, I already mentioned the overpowering smell. We also found it strange that the prices make it seem like an upscale place, but there was a birthday celebration that made us feel like we should be in a place with dollar tacos. It was definitely not the kind of thing you typically see when you’re paying $35 for a plate of tacos and one drink. I did contact the restaurant through the website and never received a response which is something I will always do before leaving a...

I was pleasantly surprised with the modifications made to this building that were fresh, modern, and bold. The seating was comfortable and roomy. The building was light and airy. The menu was intriguing filled with new things. I must admit it was a little pricey, but what was being offered seemed to be worth it. I wasn't quite sure what the name of the building meant or what the cuisine truly was. It didn't appear to be regular Mexican. Our server was just delightful. He was ready to serve us and provide everything we would need. My guest enjoyed her sangria, and I enjoyed my water, although the cocktail menu was refreshingly new with lots of choices. We didn't decide to have an appetizer, good thing as the cornbread was more than filling, especially enticing with the jalapeno butter! After seeing lobster sushi on the menu I was even more intrigued as to what part of Mexico this menu might be from. The server indicated it was from Mexico City. I had watched several foodie shows that spoke of Mexico City and their foray into the modern food experiences. Wilmington is the beneficiary of this great new exciting eatery! I ended up taking home more than 2/3 of my meal, as did my friend. With that being said, I still inquired about dessert, just so I could report to you what was being offered. They had two things at this moment in time, Tres Leches Cake with fresh passion fruit, and a Choco Flan, It was not easy to say no to those, but I did. I believe I will go back there again very soon. The food was superior, the weight stuff. Excellent, the ambiance was fresh and I really liked it. Would be a mistake for you to miss this place. I think we need to support places like this that come to Wilmington. They're taking a chance on us, let's take a chance on them. Check out their menu. It is exciting and fresh....

As a Mexican American and California native with a deep passion for food, I can confidently say that Vocho’s is a true hidden gem. My husband and I have had incredible culinary experiences in Los Angeles, Miami, Las Vegas, and New York—and now, we can add Wilmington to that list. We usually avoid Mexican restaurants because we often leave feeling disappointed and underwhelmed. However, during our recent visit to Wilmington from Charlotte, Vocho’s came highly recommended.

From the moment you walk in, you’re welcomed by beautifully designed murals ( from one of our favorite Charlotte artists) and sophisticated, modern decor. Additionally, the ambiance is perfectly curated, from the layout and design to the music.

The dishes and cocktails were masterfully executed. We started with the pork belly, which was cooked to perfection—a crispy exterior giving way to a moist, tender center. My husband ordered the salmon, which was pan-seared beautifully with a warm, buttery, soft interior. I had the mole enchiladas, and for lack of a better phrase, they were an explosion of flavors. As for cocktails, we tried the tejuino and the white sangria. The tejuino was unlike anything I’ve ever had before. The bartender’s description intrigued me: "It’s like dipping a tortilla in a shot of mezcal." Once I tried it, I couldn’t agree more. It had a distinct corn flavor, a hint of citrus, and a rich sugarcane sweetness. The white sangria was equally impressive, with notes of peach, coconut, and passion fruit—perfectly balanced and topped with the effervescence of Cava. Since moving to Charlotte from Los Angeles, we’ve been searching for a Mexican restaurant that truly wows us. I can wholeheartedly say that Vocho’s delivered an unparalleled culinary experience. We can’t wait to...