Taco Grande....get in my belly! This place was awesome! The experience started with our hostess, Jayden going the extra mile with a request we had; continued with our awesome server Lexi who made sure we would have a great food experience by ensuring we didn't have any food allergies and explained the menu to us (which made us even hungrier; and concluding with the best specials around! Check out the Business Lunch special...it will fill you up and you'll have another meal for later. Sorry for no pics! We dug in as soon as it came out. Highly recommend! Tell the ladies I sent ya if you do go! It was truly wonderful mid-day lunch experience beside a beautiful riverwalk view! read more

hit or miss. nay. bunt or miss. came and sat at the bar for may 5. pretty busy obviously but i dont need to be doted upon so i wasnt worried. nachos serviceable. that astral tequila tastes like lukewarm distilled minnetonkan water. not a compliment. also all of our cups were full of debris and lil doodoo chips(not literally) and that greatly upset me. it smelled like bleach and i always give points for a cleaning effort so i didn't discredit them for that but when my tequila for babies was served to me in a dirty cup it made me sad. i didn't witness this but my distrust has made me presumptuous: if the cups fall on the ground throw them away. however they got debris on the inside so that my drink ended up having hella floaties, stop doing that please. This place isn't a lost cause but, of attention to detail, there is a dearth read more

The decor and ambience here is pretty cool! I got the shrimp tacos and pretty yummy but small. My table got a pitcher of margs for $48 and it was full of ice and mixer so not great. Service was good even though it was busy. read more

Taco Grande - Chipotle Shrimp Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

OMG what incredible service ... our server went out of her way to make us feel great in this welcoming Mexican restaurant with a great view! The Wilmington River Walk offers visitors a beautiful venue to stroll before or after a meal and Taco Grande has delicious affordable family-friendly meals awaiting you. The menu is not overwhelming but offers an excellent selection of options. It all starts with the traditional chips and "salsa " Taco Grande 's salsa has a nice but not overwhelming kick to it. The chips were decent. Although we chose water the beverage menu is impressive and we could see other diners clearly enjoying their drinks of choice. Our meals were yummy. The burrito bowl offered a nice combination of flavors and my enchiladas were good plus the beans were well above average. The only disappointment was the rice ... eh. So, a great view, superb service, good food, and an opportunity to walk along the river should get you headed to Taco Grande! read more

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Taco Grande was recommended to me by a colleague and did not disappoint. The restaurant was large, open and lively, especially during dinner. Our server was friendly, attentive, and checked in often to make sure we had everything we needed. As for food, we ordered the Southwestern Chicken Fajitas and the Roasted Cauliflower Tacos, both were delicious and well portioned. Of course, no good Mexican spot is complete without complimentary chips and salsa! Taco Grande definitely delivered on all fronts and we will certainly be back. read more

Taco Grande - Cauliflower Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

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Came here for happy hour and loved it! It is in a lovely location right along the river and the vibe is really cool. I was there on a Friday and they had great live music. Tiffany was working the bar and she was very friendly and acommodating when I let her know that I was tight on time. I had two delicious beef tacos off of the happy hour menu. They were hot and fresh and enough for a meal. They had some great happy hour menus for cinco de mayo. read more

I thought the food was delicious (our table had the mushroom fajitas, the chipotle shrimp tacos and the fish tacos), though the taco chips provided were thin and tasteless and the salsa a little blah. Very nice server, and I really appreciated the Mother's Day gift card ($25 toward my next order!) I also liked that the music wasn't blaring and we could carry on a conversation. read more

The place is huge. Bountiful outdoor seating for you to take in the weather. The vibes in the place are immaculate with live music at 5pm on a Thursday Staff are very attentive. I have two kids so this definitely does not go unnoticed The food sadly is not very good but it is by design/big fish grill owners being cheap For example throw some more cheese on the nachos! I ate the top layer and threw out the bottom 90% of chips with nothing on them Put some raw onions on the side for those birria tacos and quesadillas. Let us get some crunch! Maybe some cilantro to make it feel more authentic Mexican street corn was perfect The free salsa and chips is a nice touch. I don't mind watery salsa but make it spicy as hell My oldest daughter's chicken tacos were also perfect This place is conveniently located right next door to the children's museum. It's a nice way to kill a few hours then stop by for lunch or dinner before dragging to kids home for nap/bedtime read more

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Zero star location. I knew this would be a bad experience when after 30 minutes of waiting, our server greeted us with, "Ooops, I didnt know I was assigned to your tables!" It was not busy at all with the dining area being completely open. Service took so long, I had to retrieve water myself at the bar for the entire table. It took me finding one of the "mangers" to ask what the status was with our orders. Once our orders were in, it took another 90 minutes for our food to finally arrive. Undercooked, doughy tortillas, undersauced and horrible shrimp. Then our server had the audacity to have an attitude with us when the fault was 100% on your staff. The server threw the pen, bill, and credit card back at us! It is very expensive to eat out now and this was a waste of my time, money and waste of one of the few chances my family can treat ourselves to eat out. Taco Grande? More like a Grande Piece of Crap dining experience that I will never go back to. A complete horrible experience that no one should have to endure. Before you think I'm being a complaining, Karen customer ask yourself: would you want this level of service when you go out to eat? Over two hours to eat failing-grade at best food when there are dozens of better choices around Wilmington. read more

We've only ever sat at the bar here and it's always been a decent experience. Bartenders are always nice and friendly and seem to know how to make decent drinks. They stopped carrying their pre-made sangria so are bartender last night made us red sangria from scratch and it was excellent. We usually get wine there and our cords are decent. They give you a complimentary chips and salsa which we always enjoy. Last night somebody in the kitchen must have gotten a new appreciation for salt. Because the salsa was so salty I couldn't eat it. Then we ordered the guacamole and that too was extremely salty to the point where it made me nauseous. I didn't realize guacamole was supposed to be salty. I am so sick and tired of these chefs and Cooks going crazy with the salt around here. It needs to stop. Anyway, I can't speak for the rest of the food but people seem to like it. The restaurant itself is large and very pretty inside. It's also very American. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food, I would go to one of the smaller family-owned places around here. I was actually very surprised when the Big Fish group decided to open a Mexican restaurant. I thought it seemed strange. We'll continue coming to the bar here, but based on how the guacamole and salsa tasted with all that salt, I don't think I can eat the food here for the sake of my health. read more

Swung in here during our drive up from Florida. Quick stop off 95. Fun atmosphere, great service. Awesome margs and yummy food!!! Will be back. read more

Ordered from the Hotel Next Door. Chicken Tortilla soup was delicious. With nacho crispies. Shrimp tacos w rice and side of beans. Yummy! read more

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I love this restaurant each time I go. The service is fantastic and food so good. The location is great right outside the waterfront. read more

Taco Grande - Tacos Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

If you love Tex Mex this is the place for you ! Everything was perfect in every way. Festive Mexican Themed ambiance. Outstanding menu with varied choices. You get complimentary fresh chips, creative drink menu with Margaritas , XX Amber. Got the wet Burrito which was fantastic. Mexi Corn appetizer is phenomenal. Waitress was terrific. They even had live music. Go Here !!! read more

Well if you LOVE Taco Bell quality food, being ignored at the bar & THE worst tasting Marguerita ever made, this is the place for you. The 4 of us ordered a pitcher of Marg's and the pitcher arrived so full of ice, that it was impossible to pour out of the container into the bell jar glasses. When we did finish spilling & pouring it was less than 3 servings of drinks, not the bargain we were hoping for. Did they make it better? NOPE. The rice & beans that accompanied the dishes were clearly out of a can and not freshly made. They arrived cold & under seasonsed, Did they make it better? NOPE. The queso with a lump of meat added had exactly one tablespoon of protein in the dish for $17 and the chicken was undercooked and flavorless. No one ever came to ask how the dishes were after they were delivered (which was quickly) or we would have had a chance to have them make it again. I had to chase down someone who appeared to be the manager just standing around with their thumb up their rear end to get my buddy a 2nd Modelo. We take walks down by the riverfront regularly and have walked by numerous times, it appears that we should have just kept walking again this time, to DEL PEZ. It must be the extended family of the owner that is writing all of the upbeat reviews but if anybody thinks this is what Mexican food should be I'm truly sad for them. Fool me once................... read more

Overall not impressed. Location is great, very open and doesn't feel too packed even when it is busy. Service was also pretty good but the food just wasn't what I personally would've hoped for as it definitely caters to the "Americanized-Hispanic cuisine" crowd. Chips and salsa were brought out however the consistency of the salsa was very watery. The food itself wasn't bad, but again far from authentic. The filet mignon fajitas had tender, well-seasoned steak with a bed of sautéed peppers and onion. On the side - flour tortillas, cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, and sour cream. I also ordered a single taco Al pastor that although was good, wasn't the best I've ever had. The shrimp tacos have the same story and unfortunately weren't well presented or filled with much of anything. read more

Visiting friends in Delaware. They picked us up from the airport and asked if we wanted lunch. I said, "Of course! Take us to your favorite spot." That led us to @tacogrande_riverfront. Cool looking Mexican spot. I asked the waitress for her favorite item and she pointed me to their Birria Tacos. Good choice. These were delicious. Deep beefy flavor, crispy corn tortillas, and a fantastic consommé for dipping. Always listen to locals on where they go when visiting new cities. read more

Taco Grande - Tacos Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

Seriously the worst food and service in the industry. Had reservations for lunch and they had no rolls for sliders. Half of our party didn't even get their food or it was wrong. Seafood enchilada were terrible, literally had no seafood in them and they were more or less sauce drenched wraps. Pathetic!!! Walk the extra block and go to Del Pez read more

Ambiance is great. We received salsa and ordered some drinks at the bar. The salsa may have been the worst we've ever had. Literally. Casually mentioned to staff... staffer is new, but said, "it's free and you get what you pay for". What? Really? This is supposed to entice us to order? We got guac, which was decent, but Santa Fe's blows this away. Drinks were good, but service was a little non attentive. As such, we didn't order food. Meh. read more

Came to Taco Grande for an early lunch. Our server Matthew was very attentive. The restaurant is very spacious with a big bar area. The Brussel sprout appetizer was huge! Chips and salsa were brought out very quickly. I ordered a chicken quesadilla and the sweet plantains. The quesadilla was cheesy and full of chicken. The plantains were cooked perfectly. The chicken tinga tacos were tasty. I would skip the red onion next time. Management and our server Matthew came over and checked on our table several times throughout our dining experience. read more

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We ate here last night for the first time. The nachos was great and definitely grande. I had the chipotle shrimp quesadilla. also very good. Our waitress Carly, was very friendly and helpful. read more

Never disappointed by the food. You can't go wrong with whatever you choose. however I recommend the el pastor burrito or any of the fajitas. Never had bad service there either. The staff are always awesome! read more

Yummy food, great service and great and fun atmosphere. I definitely recommend, make sure to get the guacamole it's delicious and tastes very fresh. Some of the best guac I've had at a Mexican restaurant read more

I went out with my 2 kids to eat at taco grande. I didn't know what to expect at first but the service was great. My server Breon was amazing. I would definitely come again read more

Horrible service.. I would stay away if II were you, The bartender and the manager dated 03/11/2025 @ 9pm are the worst. Go try 'em yourself..Good luck! I still left her a decent tip. read more

We stopped here for their outdoor seating on a saturday. Outside seating is seat yourself and you can order from the small bar trailer. They have a bar tender making drinks and your food will be brought over to the table you choose. Food & Drink: Honestly all of our food hit the spot and the drinks were great. I loved the nachos and the elotes. The wings were small especially for sharing but a great app if you plan on ordering an entree. Seating/Service: Seating yourself can be a bit of a pain once this place gets busy. We got there before the rush but we watched other struggle. The bartender made the drinks fast. However they seemed to be constantly restocking from the inside bar so he was hard to get ahold of at time. But once you do get his attention he was VERY fast. I don't fault him for this, it seems they need to prep the outside bar better for service! Atmosphere: This is a great location for out door dining. Our weather was great. However, the music here is weird. It sounded like someone's liked songs on Spotify and they were going through a breakup. When at a "Mexican" themed restaurant i'm not expecting a full blown mariachi band but also i'm definitely not expecting Colby Caillet. I would definitely come back here this summer! read more

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Shrimp tacos taste just like any other shrimp tacos. Nice place good food, will always come back. read more

Taco Grande - Chipotle Shrimp Taco good and filling. - Tacos Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

It's been a while since I've been here. Decided to come by on a whim and give another chance. I'm really glad I did! Last time I was here I got the burger but didn't love it, but coming again I knew I had to get Mexican food at the Mexican restaurant Lol. I got the Al Pastor burrito and loved it, it was super flavorful, cooked really well, and I would really recommend it! My girlfriend got the crispy fish tacos, I didn't love them but she did. She said they were great and will definitely order them again I think the only reason this place isn't a 5/5 is that it's on the expensive side, and they could do better in terms of atmosphere and service thought there isn't anything wrong with either, they just aren't 5/5 material yet read more

Taco Grande - Al Pastor Handheld Burrito - Tacos Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

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Really nice location right by the water, with ample parking and pretty interior. Wait: My friends and I waited about 1.5 hours on a Saturday evening. The hostess took our number and we were texted a link that updated with our spot in line and how much time was left. I thought that feature is really nice, so there's no mystery of when your table is ready. We passed time by walking along the lovely riverfront, so the waiting time flew by. App: Each table gets a complimentary basket of chips and salsa, which was a nice surprise. We ordered brussel sprouts as an appetizer, which were delicious. I wouldn't have minded if the brussel sprouts were cooked/roasted a little longer, but the seasoning was perfect. Entree: I got the fried fish tacos. The rice and beans were fine. The fish itself was cooked nicely, but overall I felt like the taco was quite dry. I asked the waiter for a side of chipotle mayo which he was happy to provide. The extra mayo definitely helped, but just something to be aware of in case you prefer a saucier taco. Service: Good service, prompt and responsive. It wasn't hard to flag down the waiter in case we needed anything. Overall, I had a nice experience but would recommend that you get some extra sauce on the side. read more

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Went for lunch on a Thursday, with a friend, it wasn't crowded, hardly anyone there maybe 10 people. The atmosphere was casual and funky mexican "inspired". We Ordered the fish tacos, $16.95, the waitress brought out a big bowl of nachos, which were good, and salsa - which was like WATER. Terrible. Took a long time to get our food. Finally they came out and while they were tasty, they were small anot much content. a small piece of fish, some shredded purple cabbage, a drop of sauce. thats it. They came with a side of black beams & mexican rice, those were good fortunately. Overall bill was $37 for lunch- a bit pricey for mediocre food & slow service. read more

Taco Grande - fish tacos - Tacos Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

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I'm basically an all American eater but after eating at their sister restaurant Big Fish, thought I'd give them a try. The restaurant is new and the decor gives a nice vibe. My husband and I were seated immediately by the hostess and the server came right over. We ordered margaritas which were delicious! They gave us a large complementary basket of chips and salsa. We shared two entrees, a huge southwest Cobb chicken salad and shrimp quesadillas. The salad was a large bed of romaine with black beans, corn, avocado, onions and well seasoned chicken. We could only eat a quarter of the salad because it was so large but very, very good. The quesadillas were hearty; loaded with shrimp and the usual trimmings. We enjoyed our dinner but had a large bag of leftovers to go. The meal was a nice change of cuisine for us. We will revisit this restaurant in the future. read more

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Large, spacious interior with great design that isn't campy. Very modern, open floor plan that is backed with plenty of booth space and convertible table tops. Very much a Southhwest feeling. Just with more of a sophisticated level of lamp ornamentation, various masks, and a huge bar area with raised booth seating. A great mix of wood and steel design elements, hung lantern style lamps. Burrito is my go-to. Nice and chunky meat, rice, and add-ins. The happy hour is great with the margaritas specials. Plenty of chips and dip to the table. read more

Unique spot on the Wilmington Waterfront. Great flavor, huuuuge dining room, ample patio seating, cool vibes, and good food! With a corn allergy, visits to Mexican restaurants are always a challenge, but our server was accommodating and happy to check with the kitchen. Very high ceilings with cool star-motif chandeliers throughout. + First bowl of chips and cup of salsa is free. More salsa or chips for $3. + "Al Pastor Burrito" was delightfully spicy but very mildly so, just lots of flavor. # Pina colada and most drinks are teeming with ice. "That's the way we do it here". # Saw Tipo Chico on the menu at $4.50, but what arrived was a generic "mineral water". * "Just what's on the menu". No substitutions, no requests. Meant no flour chips for me and tacos come as they are. read more

Taco Grande - Al pastor burrito ($16) wet, red sauce - Tacos Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

Excellent food - great choices - great service - highly recommend the filet fajitas. Also, the mocajete bowls are excellent

You can't beat good food and SERVICE!! JD was so kind and patient with us. My mom can definitely work the staff and have them "earn" their tip , however JD explained the menu, made exceptions (like my mom asking for Mayo for her sandwich at a Mexican restaurant)! No JD said...but we have sour cream! We sat out near the riverfront and enjoyed our beautiful setting and Mexican! food at Taco Grande!! Go here! read more

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I must admit the food was very good. The music and vibe was great. Melissa was super sweet, knowledgeable and attentive.

Ok, I like the whole atmosphere about his place. I can see why people come here on a Sunday night and would say its worth a wait. You get a really decent portion for what you pay. I cant say for every item on the menu but my Tijuana Hot Chicken tasted great, fried and filled with jalapeños on a toasted brioche bun. A side of slim cut seasoned fries too. And the chips an salsa were fresh. Thanks to the waitress for keeping them full along with our glasses, you rock! read more

Taco Grande - Tijuana Hot Chicken - Tacos Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

Eight in our group. Brought 2 chips n salsa baskets out-1 at each end of table. Gone before drinks came out. No more offered. Wine list VERY limited. Don't bother. I ordered Sauvignon Blanc paired with Salmon dinner. Ouster Bay (NZ). $10/glass. Came out with maybe 3 OZ in a 9 OZ glass. Very little taste. Water is better. I ordered chili glazed salmon. The presentation was excellent with a bed of salsa verde, then refried beans, and mexican rice under the generous filet of salmon, with black beans on either side. The salmon was cooked well, though perhaps just a touch overcooked. It was topped with the chili glaze and shoestring tortilla chips. It was very tasty and filling. My wife had a Sangria to drink with carne asada. Presentation was typical for most Mexican restaurants. The beef was cooked medium , juicy and tender. Generous mexican rice and salad. She said it was good and the rice and salad were the best part. She said the Sangria was good. Each of our other six had different entrees. The granddaughter with tamales said they were okay, nothing special. The others said their food was good, but none finished everything so they may have just been being nice. Wait staff was okay, not especially attentive. read more

I'm originally from Mexico and this restaurant is an insult to the Mexican cuisine. I ordered a "quedo fundido" and it was just your typical nacho cheese. Very disappointed read more

The atmosphere is nice and spacious . The decor is pleasing . They have a nice bar area and outside deck which add to the appeal, however the food quality isn't great and the service wasn't the best. read more

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