Nick's Restaurant & Lounge
About Nick's Restaurant & Lounge in Cookeville, TN
Nick's Restaurant & Lounge has been a fixture on S Jefferson Avenue in Cookeville long enough to be considered a genuine institution. With 621 reviews at 4.5 stars, it occupies a place in the local food scene that few restaurants achieve - the kind of establishment that different generations of Cookeville families have eaten at for different reasons at different points in their lives.
The menu is American restaurant fare done with care: seafood, steaks, sandwiches, pasta, and daily specials that reward the regulars who know to ask about them. The lounge side serves a full bar, and the Sunday brunch from 10:30 AM has its own devoted following. Unusually, Nick's is open Thursday and Friday for lunch and dinner but closed Tuesday and Wednesday, and Saturday is dinner only - a schedule that rewards planning but never disappoints those who make the trip.
This is a restaurant where the server knows what you ordered last time you came in. That kind of hospitality is earned, not manufactured, and it's exactly why Nick's has lasted as long as it has.
Cookeville Scoop Pick
Over 600 reviews and a reputation that spans generations of Cookeville families. Nick's Restaurant & Lounge is the kind of place that doesn't need to advertise - the regulars keep it full.
What to Order
Ask the server about the daily specials - at Nick's, that's where the best food usually is. The seafood and steaks are reliable standbys.
“A true Cookeville institution - the kind of restaurant that doesn't need to try hard because decades of doing it right speak for themselves.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nick's Restaurant & Lounge in Cookeville?
Nick's Restaurant & Lounge is a longtime Cookeville restaurant at 895 S Jefferson Ave, known for American food, seafood, and its welcoming neighborhood atmosphere. It has over 600 Google reviews.
What are Nick's Restaurant & Lounge's hours?
Nick's is open Thursday and Friday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Saturday 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM, and Sunday 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM (brunch). Closed Monday through Wednesday.
Does Nick's Restaurant serve brunch?
Yes - Nick's serves Sunday brunch from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, one of the more popular brunch options on S Jefferson Ave.
Is Nick's Restaurant & Lounge a local institution in Cookeville?
Yes - with over 600 reviews and a long operating history on S Jefferson Ave, Nick's is one of Cookeville's most established and beloved restaurants.
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