I only recently discovered this place and I'm glad I did. From the outside it is easy to miss, except for the giant rooster. But once inside you are greeted with friendly staff and wonderful smells.
Wilco Fusion Grill is a Latin Fusion Restaurant, meaning its foods are a fun mix of both traditional Latin fare and common American. Mostly it leans on its Latin roots, but there is a nice mix of American as well -- such as the Plaintain Sliders. They also serve a good looking burger.
I tried their Arepas which they informed me was the most popular dish, it comes with Chicken, Steak, or Veggie and I chose Chicken.
According to Wikipedia, Arepa is a type of food made of ground maize dough, eaten in the northern region of South America since pre-Columbian times, and notable primarily in the cuisine of Colombia and Venezuela, but also present in the cuisines of Bolivia, Panama, and other countries.
The arepas are deep fried then filled with your meat selection, pico de gallo, gouda, white cheese, and cilantro-lime ranch. The filling on its own is quite delicious, but the addition of the deep fried maize adds a wonderful contrast in texture and flavor.
I went with a group of friends who tried some other dishes; the kebabs, fajita bowl, and empanadas. All of which looked great and I want to try. I'm also intrigued to try the fish tacos and the burger.
They also have a dish that is basically the Arepas filling, but on a bed of steak cut fries
Final Thoughts
This was a fun find in my never ending search for good Mexican food. I enjoyed the chance to sample cuisine from Central America, though it felt similar it was still unique in its flavors and presentation.
It has a very relaxed atmosphere and is a great place for lunch, alone or with a group. We called ahead for our group and they set some tables aside for us. The staff is very friendly and accommodating.
My only gripe is that the prices feel a little high for what you get. It's not enough to prevent me from returning, just not as frequently as I might like.
I definitely recommend Wilco Fusion Grill. I don't think you'll be disappointed.
Wilco Fusion Grill
9040 Carothers Pkwy Suite B105
Franklin, TN 37067
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