Tio Fun - Franklin

Had lunch at Tio Fun today and was absolutely delighted! The ambiance is shabby and could use some sprucing up, however the service and the food more than make up for it. The Barrio bowl was a generous portion of deliciousness!! The photo (photo of barbacoa, not el pastor) does not do it justice. Spanish rice, crisp romaine, tomatoes, sautéed onions and peppers, guacamole and in my case selected el pastor from the lovely list of proteins. All of this was gluten free and celiac safe. Will be returning soon. :-)

Festive atmosphere! The disco balls, lively music, pinwheels and piñatas are all a fun touch. Service was friendly and with a smile! We had a barrio bowl and it was very similar to a burrito bowl from Chipotle. Great flavor and very generous portion size. I split it with my son and we didn't even finish it.

Tio Fun has such an eclectic vibe--it really feels like a hidden gem just off the historic downtown of Franklin, Tennessee. The inside is cute and trendy, making it a great spot to grab a bite. The food itself was very good! I tried the pollo tacos and a side of fries, and the fries had a unique taco seasoning that I absolutely loved. We also ordered chips and queso--the queso was delicious, though the chips were a bit too greasy for my taste. The portions are pretty good, and I was stuffed when we left! A few small downsides: The prices were a little steep for what you get. The cups were small, so we had to get up for refills-- and you bus your own table, which made tipping feel a bit odd. That said, the staff was friendly, and the overall experience was enjoyable. The inside is very very clean and well taken care of. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area and looking for something fun and flavorful! Parking is free and there is plenty all around the restaurant, which is always nice when near the Nashville area! We will be back for sure. I am already craving the fries again!

We love this place! We like that the tortillas chips are house made and the street tacos are yum! On nice days, we enjoy sitting outside on their patio. The service is usually quick and correct! We will continue to go back for good food!

We tried to get into Mojo's, but it was wall to wall almost floor to ceiling full of taco eaters. So, rather than trying to part the Red Sea, we went with plan "B." Tio Fun was our backup, but in all honesty, it should have been our plan "A"! The food at Tio's is fantastic! Mojo's is good, but Tio's takes tacos to the next level. Super fresh and super delicious. Top quality people serving top quality ingredients. There are a number of taco choices ranging from exotic to basic. But let me tell you, the basic isn't just basic. It ain't your everyday taco folks. The flavors stuffed in those tortillas are a culinary delight. You can taste the heritage. They know what they're doing here at Tio Fun. Take, for instance, the tortilla chips. Plain ol' tortilla chips. However, there's nothing plain about them. They're the best I've ever had, and I'm not kidding. One bite, and you'll say, dang, that Alex J. knows what he's talking about! Yes, my dear reader, I certainly do.If the chips are that good, what about the tacos? I'm here to testify that my barbacoa taco, my fat barbacoa taco, was perfectly wonderful. Full of goodness and full to the point where some of the insides dropped to the plate, requiring you to pinch it up with your fingers, and then give them the obligatory lick. There's nothing wrong with licking the fingers. When it comes to this taste, all moral convention goes out the window. In our case, into the parking lot. We sat outside.A Barrio bowl, Jackfruit taco, breakfast tacos, and twisty fries rounded out our fare for the evening. All were impressive and worthy of praise. Don't forget the sweet hot sauce. It's sticky good. Try Tio first and let Mojo's be your plan B. Hey, maybe that should be their slogan!Quick Tip: If you like music with your meal there's no problem. At Tio Fun, you'll hear all the top hits from the 80's. You've got Abba to Madonna with a few country westerns sprinkled in. All sung in beautiful Spanish. You know the words, so sign along amigo.

So glad we tried this place. So we ordered the barrio bowl with steak (I added rice and romaine), barrio bowl with jackfruit, kids chicken quesadilla came with fries and a drink, mango agua Fresca and churros. Yall everything was delicious! We all cleaned our plates. I have to mention their twisted fries, they were so yummy I wanted to order more to take some home. The churros were really good they had a really good caramel filling also. The customer service was good. I can't wait to go back and try other items.

Tio Fun delivers the experience its name suggests - this place is FUN, and it has quickly entered my regular restaurant rotation. Piñatas and pinwheels and streamers galore, I can't help but smile when walking in. The smile stays set on my face as my eyes skim over the menu. There are some comforting classics, but there are also some playful twists, like the elote which is dusted with FLAMING HOT CHEETOS (!!!) The margaritas are something I would love to consume every single summer afternoon. They're the kind of strong that really only requires one, but nonetheless you end up downing two. You feel? Now that I've dined here on several occasions, I will say there is a clear standout on the menu. An item that's just so darn tasty & fun, it incites order envy : the Torta de Chilaquiles. Order it now, thank me later. Tio Fun is such a funky, cool, and crave-able spot, I almost worry I made it up. Please tell me this place is real!!!!????

So glad to have an authentic taco option nearby, Tio Fun is bursting with vibrant energy and a fun-filled party atmosphere that's perfect for all ages. As soon as you step in, you're greeted by colorful decor, lively music, and an upbeat staff that is attentive. They have colorful pinwheels for kiddos and dum dum suckers, which is generous and fun! The star of the show here is undoubtedly their strong margaritas. The taco menu is classic street taco style, featuring a variety of meat options and a vegan jackfruit option (how inclusive). The meats are so flavorful and cooked to perfection, I personally loved the barbaco best as it was so tender.However, while the tacos and margs hit the mark, the chips and salsa fall flat. The mild salsa unfortunately tastes more like ketchup than a fresh, zesty dip, which is a bit of a letdown. The mild and spicy are much better routes, however the mild is more like an enchilada sauce than salsa. The chips seem deep fried and don't compare to classics chips. It's worth skipping these and diving straight into the main attractions.Overall, Tio Fun is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy a lively outing, great indoor and outdoor seating available. The prices are fair-high for the quality you get. Glad to have them here!

We went the first time and found it to be okay. There have been several restaurants in this spot and none have lasted so I will be curious to see how this one does. It's easy to find and they seem to have a fair amount of parking. They serve draft beer and the service was quite pleasant. There is an outdoor seating area in the front which was very nice, especially on a perfect fall evening. I ordered two tacos:Special - Pumpkin, Chorizo and goat cheese - Outstanding! If I had two of these I would have been very happy. I know it's a seasonal offering but I'd consider keeping this one. I was a bit suspicious of pumpkin on a taco but it was perfect to compliment the spicy chorizo. Kudos on even thinking this one up!I also ordered a breakfast taco, chorizo, egg and cheese. That one was fine. Nothing that made me think I'd need to order this again but very edible.We ordered Chips with Guacamole and the chips were quite overcooked and so they were a bit tough. The guacamole was just unremarkable, lacked much flavor. So an okay outing at Two Fun, some high's, some not so high's. Might need a return just to see which is indicative of the real Tio Fun.

I've been wanting to go to the one in Nashville but haven't made it. So glad we stopped in! The margarita is so good - it's fresh and flavorful (not artificial). We also had their michelada which was outstanding!Chips and salsa were so good! Chips are going to be not your average chips which we loved! Al Pastor taco was great - love the salsa it came with! Like it should be bottled up and sold, if it isn't!Now the hot dog was insane. It's shareable, messy, delicious and works!Loved the music in here - a bit loud for us but great music! The ambiance is fun, quirky and just a good time! Plus they have an outdoor patio too!Staff was fantastic as well! Definitely coming back! The only gripe was the flies in the bathroom. I think you need a bug zapper in there. Food, Drinks, Ambiance & Staff were great!