Wilmington food hall DECO thrives downtown

Jennifer Corbett
Wilmington
In this 2019 photo, patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO  on the first floor of the DuPont Building at 10th and Orange streets in Wilmington enjoy lunch in the outside dining area.
In this 2019 photo, patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the DuPont Building at 10th and Orange streets in Wilmington enjoy lunch in the outside dining area.
Jennifer Corbett, The News Journal
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO  on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch from one of the many food vendors.
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch from one of the many food vendors.
Jennifer Corbett, The News Journal
A tuna poke bowl from Al Chu's Sushi in the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont.
A tuna poke bowl from Al Chu's Sushi in the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont.
Jennifer Corbett, The News Journal
In this 2019 photo, patrons enjoy lunch at the Wilmington food hall known as DECO . It's on the first floor of the DuPont Building in downtown Wilmington at 10th and Orange streets.
In this 2019 photo, patrons enjoy lunch at the Wilmington food hall known as DECO . It's on the first floor of the DuPont Building in downtown Wilmington at 10th and Orange streets.
Jennifer Corbett, Delaware News Journal
Shrimp dumplings from Al Chu's Sushi in the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont.
Shrimp dumplings from Al Chu's Sushi in the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont.
Jennifer Corbett, The News Journal
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO  on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch in the outside dining area.
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch in the outside dining area.
Jennifer Corbett, The News Journal
Sushi rolls from Al Chu's Sushi in the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont.
Sushi rolls from Al Chu's Sushi in the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont.
Jennifer Corbett, The News Journal
Sushi rolls from Al Chu's Sushi were one of the most popular offerings at the Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the DuPont Building. The food hall is scheduled to reopen Sept. 14.
Sushi rolls from Al Chu's Sushi were one of the most popular offerings at the Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the DuPont Building. The food hall is scheduled to reopen Sept. 14.
Jennifer Corbett, The News Journal
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO  on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch from one of the many food vendors.
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch from one of the many food vendors.
Jennifer Corbett, The News Journal
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO  on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch from one of the many food vendors.
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch from one of the many food vendors.
Jennifer Corbett, The News Journal
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO  on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch in the outside dining area.
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch in the outside dining area.
Jennifer Corbett, The News Journal
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO  on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch in the outside dining area.
Patrons of the newly opened Wilmington food hall known as DECO on the first floor of the Hotel duPont enjoy lunch in the outside dining area.
Jennifer Corbett, The News Journal
The excellent buttermilk waffles are made-to-order at Connie's Chicken and Waffles at the new DECO food hall in Wilmington.
The excellent buttermilk waffles are made-to-order at Connie's Chicken and Waffles at the new DECO food hall in Wilmington.
Patricia Talorico
Three tacos are $10 at Dos Amigos, the "pop-up" eatery at the DECO food hall. The stall has first been home to Locale BBQ Post.
Three tacos are $10 at Dos Amigos, the "pop-up" eatery at the DECO food hall. The stall has first been home to Locale BBQ Post.
Betsy Price
The street corn salad ($5) is a very flavorful blend of queso spread, herbs, spices, lime and chorizo. It's served at the "Pop-Up" stall at the DECO food hall.
The street corn salad ($5) is a very flavorful blend of queso spread, herbs, spices, lime and chorizo. It's served at the "Pop-Up" stall at the DECO food hall.
Betsy Price
The pizza only comes in one size, 11-inches, at Pizza Bardea at the new DECO food hall.
The pizza only comes in one size, 11-inches, at Pizza Bardea at the new DECO food hall.
Patricia Talorico
The bulgogi salad bowl at Phubs is a cross culture dish at this mostly Vietnamese stall.
The bulgogi salad bowl at Phubs is a cross culture dish at this mostly Vietnamese stall.
Patricia Talorico
The paneer tikka masala at The Verandah is a tasty lunch option.
The paneer tikka masala at The Verandah is a tasty lunch option.
Patricia Talorico