Taverna on the Green
About Taverna on the Green in Cookeville, TN
Taverna on the Green sits at 1500 Country Club Road alongside the Cookeville golf course, and the setting is as distinctive as the food. While most Cookeville restaurants compete on the downtown square or the S Jefferson corridor, Taverna occupies its own lane entirely: a Greek and Mediterranean restaurant with a dining room that looks out over the greens, open for dinner most evenings and Sunday brunch.
The menu is genuinely Mediterranean - Greek appetizers, lamb, seafood, pasta, and dishes that reflect a culinary tradition broader than what most Upper Cumberland restaurants attempt. The owners have built something that Cookeville simply didn't have before: an authentic alternative to Italian or American food, done with care in a unique setting.
With a 4.8-star rating from its early customers, Taverna on the Green has clearly landed well. The dinner-only schedule (with Sunday brunch) signals a kitchen that respects the evening meal. For a special dinner in Cookeville that isn't Italian or American, Taverna is the answer.
Cookeville Scoop Pick
The only Greek and Mediterranean restaurant in the Upper Cumberland, in a golf course setting unlike anywhere else in Cookeville. Taverna on the Green earns its 4.8 stars and fills a genuine gap in the local dining scene.
What to Order
Order off the Greek section of the menu - the lamb, seafood, or mezze plates. This is what makes Taverna different from every other restaurant in Cookeville.
“Nothing else like it in Cookeville - authentic Greek and Mediterranean food in a beautiful setting. A must-try.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taverna on the Green in Cookeville?
Taverna on the Green is a Greek and Mediterranean restaurant at 1500 Country Club Rd in Cookeville, TN, located at the Cookeville golf course. It's the only restaurant of its kind in the Upper Cumberland.
What are Taverna on the Green's hours?
Taverna is open Tuesday through Saturday 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM and Sunday 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM (brunch). Closed Monday.
Is Taverna on the Green good for a special occasion?
Yes - the unique golf course setting, Mediterranean menu, and elevated atmosphere make Taverna one of the best options in Cookeville for a memorable dinner or special occasion.
What kind of food does Taverna on the Green serve?
Taverna serves Greek and Mediterranean food - lamb, seafood, mezze, pasta, and dishes drawn from the Mediterranean culinary tradition, alongside American options.
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