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10 Restaurants in Delaware to Get Mexican Food That Will Blow Your Mind

Published Apr 28, 2016

Written by 

Leah

From authentic tamales to duck enchiladas, the 49th largest state has plenty of tasty Mexican restaurants to tempt your appetite.

1. Santa Fe Mexican Grill, Newark and Wilmington

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Tyga J. / Yelp

Great happy hour specials, and golden chimichangas to die for!

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2. Mexican Table, Hockessin

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This Hockessin restaurant serves fresh and fruity sangria and offers elevated choices like duck enchiladas. Yum!

3. Agave, Lewes

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Rena H. / Yelp

This tiny place serves up some incredible Tex-Mex-style food. You may have to wait for a table, but it'll be worth it.

4. Mariachi Restaurant, Rehoboth Beach

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Alicia G. / Yelp

Delicious Mexican at the beach. Try the seafood enchiladas!

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5. El Diablo Burritos, Newark and Wilmington

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You’ll never leave hungry after eating a burrito the size of your head.

6. El Tapatio, Wilmington

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El Tapatio is known for their tasty margaritas and unique specials. But leave room for dessert, like this fried ice cream!

7. Tequilas Mexican Restaurant and Bar, Middletown

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Diners rave about their tamales, but the most unique item on the menu might be the Sope de Mariscos. This seafood soup is only available Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, so plan ahead.

8. El Nopal, Dover

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The real deal authentic Mexican cuisine. Their menu may be a bit small, but everything is prepared perfectly.

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9. Papa Grande’s, Rehoboth Beach

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Please note, Papa Grande’s is no longer in business.

The outdoor dining may draw you to this restaurant near the beach, but the food will keep you coming back! Shrimp tacos, anyone?

10. Rivera Taco Express II, Bear

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MMM… Tacos…. Locals might know this as the taco stand that used to have a giant Homer Simpson sign outside. Located near the intersection of Routes 40 and 72 in Bear, this hidden gem doesn’t look like much but its menu packs a punch. Homer might be gone, but the tacos are still very much available – and delicious.

Did we miss any of your favorite Mexican restaurants? Tell us about them in the comments!

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The Tiny Bagel Shop In Delaware Serves Scrapple To Die For

Surf Bagel in Lewes, Delaware, is renowned for its fresh bagels and scrapple, making it a must-visit breakfast spot.

Updated Jul 19, 2024

Written by 

Kim Magaraci

Delawareans take breakfast seriously - we even invented our own breakfast meat! Here in the First State, you'll find people choosing scrapple over bacon any day of the week. While it's always best if you make it fresh in your own home - just the way you like it - if you're hankering for a scrapple sandwich to go, there's one spot you have to visit. Treat yourself to a fresh, homemade bagel and the best scrapple in Delaware when you dine at Surf Bagel in Lewes, DE.

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Surf Bagel is a legendary spot for early-morning meals on the Delaware coast. In fact, a trip to Lewes just isn't the same without breakfast from Surf Bagel!

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Amelia Martin / Google Reviews

This little shop is known for great food and great service. You'll feel like a regular from the minute you walk in.

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Amelia Martin / Google Reviews

Their bagels are the talk of the town. They're baked fresh daily and come in a variety of flavors, so there's something for everyone.

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Surf Bagel / Facebook

Whether you want yours toasted, with butter, or with cream cheese, you can certainly order just what you're craving.

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Mike / Google Reviews

There's even a selection of flavored cream cheeses that are so good, it's going to be hard to choose!

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One thing that the locals all know, though, is that Surf Bagel is the place to go if you're craving scrapple.

A split yellow bagel filled with cream cheese and a meat patty, sprinkled with sesame seeds, on a tray.
Donovan Maguigan / Google Reviews

What is scrapple? Scrapple is a food that's pretty unique to Delaware. It's made with... everything but the oink... and served up fried and crispy for breakfast.

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If you were to make your own scrapple you'd mix fried pork scraps with cornmeal and flour, throw in your favorite seasonings, and fry them all up in a patty.

So come get the best scrapple, egg, and cheese in Delaware when you order breakfast from Surf Bagel!

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Brett Skipper / Google Reviews

To learn more about the best scrapple in Delaware at the legendary Surf Bagel in Lewes, DE visit its website. It has recently opened a location in Rehoboth Beach, in addition to its existing locations in Milford and Long Neck. You can find hours and menus on its website. Have you tried the Surf Bagel scrapple? Let us know what you think in the comments.

Check out more things to do in Lewes, Delaware in our featured article. Enjoy a wonderful getaway right on Lewes Beach in this beautiful multi-family house.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/delaware/things-to-do-in-lewes-de-stg/

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The Oldest Deli In Delaware Will Take You Straight To Sandwich Heaven

Wilson's General Store in Georgetown, Delaware, is renowned for its exceptional deli sandwiches and historic charm.

Updated Jul 18, 2024

Written by 

Kim Magaraci

The best food in Delaware is hidden in small shops, gas stations, and little hole-in-the-wall places that you might not discover if they weren't pointed out to you. One such place is the Wilson's General Store, the oldest deli in Delaware. It makes some of the best sandwiches you'll ever try. Come along with us as we give you a little taste of what you'll find inside:

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Wilson's General Store has been a Georgetown icon for more than 75 years.

A white general store with a red roof, surrounded by trees and a cloudy sky, featuring a Pepsi vending machine outside.
Wilson's General Store Facebook Page

While you can always stop by to pick up provisions, Wilson's has become famous statewide for being the best deli in Delaware.

Stop by in the morning to try one of their legendary breakfast sandwiches like a classic bacon, egg, and cheese.

A row of stacked sandwiches with toasted bread, beef patties, eggs, and melted cheese on a countertop.
Wilson's General Store Facebook Page

It's one of the best meals in Delaware!

The scrapple and egg on toast is also a local favorite.

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You may have to wait in line if you get there at the right time, because Wilson's is definitely NOT the best-kept secret in Sussex County.

At lunchtime, the crowd comes in and out for Italian subs and other staples.

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Facebook / Wilson's General Store

Sussex County locals and visitors alike love it here.

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You can even try their bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich on a bagel.

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Whether for breakfast or lunch while in Delaware, it is a culinary treat.

No matter what you order here...

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Facebook / Wilson's General Store

...you'll be pleased to realize that you've finally found the best deli in Delaware.

So stop by and visit Jim Wilson...

Two people stand beside a white pickup truck in front of Wilson's General Store, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
Wilson's General Store Facebook Page

... and learn the history of one of Delaware's iconic general stores for a breakfast or lunch you won't forget!

Visit Wilson's General Store is open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. The store is closed on Sundays and Mondays. For more information, be sure to check out the Wilson's General Store Facebook page.

Have you ever been to Wilson's General Store deli? If so, what was your favorite part? Would you agree that it just could be the best deli in Delaware? We'd love to read about your experience in the comments section below!

If you love visiting historic spots in the First State, then be sure to read the article below:

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https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/delaware/first-state-heritage-park-de/

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