I wanted to love this place since we went out for a special celebration of my husband. We had not…read morebeen before and the menu looked amazing! We did not have a great experience. We had a party of 10 and went early (before 6pm on a weekday). It was not busy, and when we arrived there was one couple seated. Despite this, I think they rushed our food. And we would have gladly waited a little longer for cooked food. :/ Everyone at the table who ordered "steamed broccoli" received hard, barely cooked broccoli. My mother-in-law's potatoes were not fully cooked, and her salmon was raw. Since all her food was not edible, they took it off the bill. So at least there's that. The green beans my mother ordered were also quite crunchy, which can be personal preference. I did not complain about my salmon, but it was undercooked as well. However, even if it were cooked, the lemon sauce makes it inedible. I order salmon at most restaurants and I have never tasted a more horrific sauce. I thought maybe I was being dramatic, so let everyone at the table taste the sauce. Every single one of them scrunched up their face and said "UGH!" It was described by my family members as "putrid, disgusting, rotten pudding, and having a strong iron taste." I have to agree there. When they put it on the table I thought the fish was bad, but it was just the strong smell of the sauce. So all the broccoli, salmon, and potatoes were undercooked... however everyone who ordered steak received it cooked way past what they had ordered. My husband ordered medium, and it looked close to well done. My nephew ordered medium rare, and it looked medium well. My husband's steak was still tender and tasty though, so he did not complain. His Brussels sprouts were decent and grits were very flavorful. My sides were mac and cheese and a salad. Those were both very good! The mac and cheese is in an interesting flavorful sauce. More creamy than cheesy, but I enjoyed it. The salad seemed pretty fresh with homemade dressing from what I could tell. Our server was nice, but did not check on us at all, and was only at the table to take our orders, deliver the food, and give us the check. The majority of us had empty drink glasses and would have wanted refills. There was an automatic tip of 20% on the bill because of the larger party, which was fine, but like I said, the service wasn't great since we didn't get checked on whatsoever. Overall, it's not the worst place I've ever been but it wasn't very good. You hate to go to a place that SHOULD be good, pay good money, and receive that quality, but we weren't going to sit there and every single one of us complain. Sometimes, you just have to eat a bad meal, laugh about it, and not return. The fact of the matter is there are much better places to eat in Cookeville with better food and better service, so we probably won't be back.

Went here with my coworkers after hearing one of them rave about it, and it definitely lived up to…read morethe hype. The mac & cheese was amazing and the flatbread was just as good. The fish and chips were more on the average side, but still enjoyable. What really stood out was the service -- super friendly and attentive the whole time. Overall, a great spot and I'd definitely go back to try more of the menu.

Ooppa flaming cheese yes please food was fantastic go to eat you don't need to be a golfer to fit…read morein here great service and love the music very attentive staff will definitely be back

Food was great and prices were very reasonable. The service was very good. The server Checked…read morewith us several times but was never a bother. Will eat there again.

Food is hot and amazing! Not as bD inside as some of the reviews. Stopped in for lunch and was…read morehappily surprised!

We were looking for somewhere to eat lunch and the restaurant we were planning on going to was…read moreclosed but right next door we found this hidden gem. The decor was pretty blah but our server was amazing the food was really good and the portions are generous! We had a party of 15 and everyone was happy when we left!

DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY!! The owner Doug is very arrogant…read moreand an obnoxious person who feels that serving BURNT pizza is okay. Doug feels that he can't please certain people so BURNT pizza is okay!! I contacted him to tell him that BURNT pizza is not only terrible but we could not eat it!! Doug can't take criticism!! I talked to him in a nice manner but Doug got very hostile in his response!! Don't tell Doug how to run his restaurant even though he cooks BURNT pizza. I expected him to apologize!! I expected Doug to replace the BURNT pizza!! We will never return!! DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY! Might as well go to Dominoes!!

Took my ex here for lunch one day when he was having trouble finding something he could eat…read more Thankfully our server Crystal, as the usual Godsend she is, knew exactly where he was coming from and had seen several others we knew in oral pain, so she advised him what foods would work for him to eat and not hurt further. So he was able to enjoy a meal in comfort and in public for the first time in quite awhile. She even showed him how he could soften the bread to have it. Their building always feels like home, and smells amazing. It's impossible to leave hungry!

Starting off, I chose this restaurant for my girlfriend and my two year anniversary- and it did not…read moredisappoint! The ambiance is perfect for a romantic evening to remember - it feels as though you have been invited into a rustic Italian home for a night away. The music is soft and inviting, setting the mood while making a space for table conversations. As soon as we arrived our waiter, Andrew (who did an amazing job) served us water, lit a romantic candle on the table, and informed us of the nightly special. We never felt rushed throughout or meal, nor felt ignored. When we had questions, he gave excellent recommendations. For drinks, my girlfriend enjoyed a citrus sweet margarita (The Italian Margarita) and I a smooth, refreshing citrus gin. Regarding our food, for an appetizer, we enjoyed the fried ravioli - which was good, though a little heavy to start out the night. I would recommend a lighter appetizer for others (unless you have more than two persons at your table). While waiting for our entrees, we enjoyed a fresh salad and warm, crispy bread dipped in olive oil. For our entrees, we both selected the Carbonara - and it was phenomenal. Definitely recommend! Overall, the experience was excellent and one to remember. I highly recommend choosing Mauricio's for a special event!

This place is awesome! Love the atmosphere. It's an old historic house with extremely high ceilings…read moreand doors. Each room is set up with multiple tables. One has got a small bar in it. The food is exceptional, and it is totally a hidden gem here in Cookeville. I've been wanting to go again and again. I just haven't had the time. I've never had a meal here that wasn't extremely good! Prices are reasonable, service is excellent, and I just love the atmosphere!

Just traveling through and stopped here for a pizza dinner. The hostess gave us the option of…read morerooftop but we selected downstairs since it was raining. Service was quick and friendly. Our waitress KaShonda made what might have been a three star experience easily a four star. The menu warns that the Chicago style can take 45-75 minutes so we were quick to order it before appetizers. The food was tasty. Ordering two pizza styles is a challenge and our Margherita NY style originally came out over cooked. (Probably waiting on our other pizza to finish). KaShonda was apologetic and was quick to make the situation right. When a new pizza came out it was fantastic. I would return when back in the area.

Sunday evening (Father's Day) service was great, but the Kitchen was SO EXTREMELY SLOW. it took…read moreover 30 minutes for the first entree, an additional 45 minutes for the second (pizza) to arrive, and another 25 minutes for the final entree..? A large part of choosing to dine here was their Gluten-free menu, which was very tasty...but as a family, we'd like to dine together. I'm understanding, but several other tables that arrived after we ordered entrees were eating before two pizzas could be baked?!? Ridiculous. Will honestly not go out of my way to dine here again. I feel bad for the server (it was her birthday) and her team and management let her down.

We ordered to-go a few nights ago and we were thrilled with our food. We just recently moved to the…read morearea and wanted to try something local. The staff members were very sweet both on the phone and in person. The place was packed when we picked up our food but everyone looked happy and no one was waiting. We ordered the spinach artichoke dip and the Yo Joe pizza. The dip was probably some of the best we have ever had! The pizza was a perfect balance of crust, sauce, and toppings. We will absolutely be back!

Actually, I thought 3.5 *s would be best for this favorite spot of my son and his family. There…read morewere so many great things, but a few details that disappointed me. I will discuss the service, ambiance and the food. My experience with the food was the Caesar Salad, Lasagna, and tastes of food from those at the table. Service was great. Our server was attentive, answered our questions and even brought me some extra pepperoncini when I asked for them. She was pleasant and patient as we pondered our selections. When my adult son asked about what was tap, she brought a taster for him. Across the street from the courthouse, on the square of a town founded in 1809, the restaurant inherited a period building with brick walls. I have been in Italy and I can say that the decorations were authentic. This MAY have been a church in a previous life, but there are a few clues, particularly to loft at the front of the building. A spiral staircase leads to it, about a story and half above the main floor. Closed to visitors, I understand at times it is a live music stage. Food was good - very good, just not good enough to warrant a full 4*s. So here are my picky comments. Lasagna was a large portion and well balanced for flavor. I'm used to pasta, even in lasagna to be more al dente. For the price, there was not enough meat to satisfy my taste buds or wallet. We opted for the family sized Caesar salad,which again, was good. I'm used to more garlic as well as a more flavorful and more abundant dressing. Two pizzas also came to our table and the four diners enjoying them, liked them much. For a wood fired oven, I am more used to a more prominent smoky flavor - from my small taste. Toppings were adequate and looked great on the pie when they came out. Chianti is only available by the bottle. I would have liked a single glass. It could grow on me if I lived or worked in the area. I would not object to going back with my party when we visit, but a 75 minute drive is not worth the trip.

Nice atmosphere. Could be for family or friends. It was the night of the All Star game but not on…read morethe tv's. It would be nice if this was a place to go for sporting events as the beer selection is quite good. We ate a pizza and a chicken Parmesan sandwich. The pizza crust was pale - so slightly undercooked but the cheese on top was perfect. It was a bit heavily sauced. The chicken Parmesan was a bit disappointing. Taste was good but it was diced chicken and would have been better with a good solid chicken cutlet instead. I wasn't a fan of the roll as it was a bit dry. We ordered wine - which came from airline style single drink bottles. A bit underwhelming if you like to drink wine - but perhaps this is not the place for wine. Not sure if I'll be back but it wasn't bad.

Gene's Place Pizzeria has that classic neighborhood pizza joint feel the moment you walk…read morein....solid wood furniture, the smell of fresh dough in the air, and a cozy atmosphere that just feels right for pizza night. I didn't notice an outdoor patio, but there is a small parking area in the back with a rear entrance, which was convenient. We went on a Tuesday night, which the staff said was one of their slower nights, but by the time we left there were still about 7 tables filled. We ordered the pretzel with beer cheese, Philly cheesesteak pizza, meatball sandwich, and a few strombolis. The pizza and strombolis were fresh, hot, and absolutely delicious. The beer cheese was really good, though the pretzel itself wasn't my favorite....it tasted a bit microwaved. The meatball sandwich was also excellent with a flavorful sausage and beef mix, great bread, and a generous portion. The staff was pleasant, the beer was cold, and overall it was a great experience. We'd definitely come back again!