Find great places to eat in Cookeville and the Upper Cumberland.

American restaurants Classic all-American comfort food. Barbecue restaurants Smoked meats, ribs, and Tennessee-style BBQ plates. Seafood restaurants Fish, shrimp, oysters, and seafood platters across the region. Mexican & Tex-Mex restaurants Tacos, fajitas, combo plates, and margarita spots. Italian & pizza restaurants Pizza, pasta, and Italian-inspired family restaurants. Asian & sushi restaurants Sushi, hibachi, Chinese, and pan-Asian places. View all cuisines See every cuisine category in one place.

Cookeville restaurants The region’s largest dining hub and home base. Crossville restaurants A major Upper Cumberland food stop and travel hub. Sparta restaurants Dining near rivers, parks, and outdoor adventures. McMinnville restaurants A great stop for day trips, downtown eats, and local favorites. Livingston restaurants Small-town dining near Dale Hollow Lake. Smithville restaurants Local eats near Center Hill Lake and weekend getaways. Jamestown restaurants Gateway dining near Big South Fork and outdoor trails. Celina restaurants Lake-area bites and small-town favorites. Byrdstown restaurants Dale Hollow-adjacent stops for locals and visitors. Gainesboro restaurants River-town dining with hometown charm. Carthage restaurants Local spots and familiar favorites along the route. Spencer restaurants A great stop before parks, overlooks, and scenic drives. Woodbury restaurants Small-town dining with local staples. Lafayette restaurants Classic local eateries and easy stops for travelers. Baxter restaurants Quick bites and local favorites just west of Cookeville. Algood restaurants Neighborhood spots and easygoing dining options. Monterey restaurants Mountain town stops and road-trip friendly places. View the entire Upper Cumberland Explore all towns, counties, and dining areas. All towns Browse every town page in one place.