Phenomenal service! We were able to get the waitress we requested. We didn't have to wait long for either a table or the food. The restaurant was clean. The food tasted good but wasn't just outstanding. read more

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5 of us went for lunch on a Saturday. The place was packed and our server (Kaitlyn?) did a great job. Food was good and reasonably priced. I had the salmon entree with broccoli and rice. Lots of food options including some healthier choices as well. Solid overall experience! read more

There were about 10 of us. I have no recollection to what everybody else say, but I had the chicken fried steak. Most of the time it's hamburger, but this one was actual steak. I got it with mashed potatoes & gravy. I've forgotten what the other side was as you get two. I had Coke. Everyone was full as it's quite a plateful no matter what you get. Service was great as they kept checking on us. The atmosphere was wonderful. You felt comfortable no matter how you were dressed. read more

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - Country food at its best. Country Fried Steak with mashed potatoes and another side of vegetable. - American Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

Me and my mom and my sister went. Food was horrible. Service was horrible. The dude that was serving us didn't say thank you until we handed him the card. He was so rude and disrespectful. This place needs to be shut down for good like the place was empty and now I know why because the service of some people is horrid. if I could do a lower rating I would, but I can't so one star for you will do and not zero read more

Our food was very very good server was great friendly and right there when we needed her I have always liked Cheddar's and they have always been our go to restaurant . They have a nice club you can be part of for Birthdays ETC that I have been a part of for years. Will be going back for sure. read more

The food was great. I'm simple so I got chicken tenders. The homemade dipping sauce was wonderful. The service was very friendly and kept my drinks refilled. The fish tank is sweet to watch the fish swim around while I enjoyed my spinach dip. It was kind of loud there to me maybe it was just cause they were packed. read more

Just look at the pictures and video of our $77 dinner. Picture says a thousand words. Ordered a rum water and cran. They brought a glass of water and cran, and then brought a shot glass of rum for us to add. Very odd read more

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - Uneatable rack of ribs - American Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

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We're visiting TN and stopped here while driving. All the servers & staff were very friendly. The menu is pretty typical American food. I opted for a lighter item of grilled salmon & veggies. My husband ordered the ribs w chicken fingers. His portion was huge but the food was tasty. Prices were reasonable. read more

We stopped to have lunch on Saturday. My husband ordered a bacon cheeseburger. Awful! The bacon was cold, cheese was cold ,dry and hard. The burger was well done instead of med. and the bun was stale and dry. My pasta dish was lukewarm. The waiter took so long to come back to see how everything was, we complained about the bacon. He seemed to have little concern. We were starving, my husband's fries were the only thing hot. Won't be back. read more

The food was amazing! The service from our bartender was fantastic. He may be the best one I've ever had. We even had the same name! He was very knowledgeable and well spoken. Give that guy a raise! read more

Not my first time at Cheddars but it's been a while since my last visit to another location. That visit was soon after COVID with a severely cut-down menu in options and the customer service was below par. Thankfully, much has changed since then! My girlfriend and I were seated quickly by a courteous and friendly hostess. Our waitress was just as nice and quick at taking our drink orders, delicious complimentary buttered and honey croissant, and then she happily explained a few items on the more extensive menu. We enjoyed our appetizer of bacon cheese fries and my steak was delicious and cooked as ordered. My girlfriend's salad was fresh and well put together. Prices here are fairly reasonable for a large chain restaurant, especially in this tough economy. We were very pleased with this meal and service. read more

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Met my brother and sister-in-law for a reunion dinner after three years. Service was top-notch. Spinach dip app was second to none, and the carrots and broccoli casserole were delicious. The next time I visit, however, I must remember to bring my saw to cut through my medium-rare sirloin steak. While it tasted OK, it was very tough and chewy. But at least I was able to eat mine -- my sister-in-law's more expensive ribeye was so filled with gristle that it was inedible. The restaurant made it right by taking it off the bill. It's a lovely restaurant with superior customer service. Here's hoping the next review will be a five-star with a wonderful steak. (But I'll bring along my saw, just in case.) read more

Our Waiter was good. The tea was good. The food was less than stellar. We only go to Cheddars once maybe every two years or less. We forget why we don't go. We really aren't fans of the food. The ambiance is fine. We were sat under a vent, so a little colder than I like. But ok. Not noisy. read more

Well the greatness streak is broken... we went this week and the fish was raw . I asked the waitress to have them recook my fish and make it well done.... Well.... This is still the result. I always check my fish and this was the first time it was clear and raw and squishy two times in a row... I asked for it to be taken off my bill and left a bit hungry still. read more

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I called in order for 10 people the food expeditor named Andrew let me tell him 8 orders an he told me he couldn't take anymore for me to get on line an do my orders.He was very rude.I was told on second try it would be ready in forty minutes.Orders wasn't ready to girl picking up had to sit for about 20 more minutes.Andrew was very rude an not very helpful.Very disappointed in Cheddars. read more

Salmon, salad and carrots were delicious! Fast service. Sat on patio and enjoyed the beautiful city.

Lunch date with my daughter after an appointment in Cookeville and it was delicious. No wait for a table and the service was excellent. The food was hot, filling and tasty. I always get the vegetable plate and it never disappoints. They take cards and were not social distancing but did clean between customers. read more

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Another one of my son's favorite places! He loves the croissants with honey butter. But I love this chicken and shrimp with the killer salsa! And that broccoli casserole and sweet carrots. You can't go wrong! read more

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - American Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

Great food, friendly service and nice interior with cute pedals for ceiling fans. We took the New Orlean pasta which was great with shrimps and sausages and a buffalo chicken wrap which was amazing, with 4 wraps. Really big portions and all is of a good quality! Spinach dip was great too! And their service was so hospitable and friendly, made us enjoy it and feel like home! read more

I had family visiting from out of state and thought this would be a great place for a late dinner, wrong! There were 4 adults and a 8 month old. We ordered drinks an appetizer and waters along with a small fry for the baby. The drinks come and one is not what we expected, so we send it back and order something else, no waters yet. The waitress returns to take the food order. 3 of us order the chicken pot pie s, with 2 salads and mashed potatoes as the sides. The 4th person ordered a sandwich with fries, so we cancel the fries for the baby. About 10 minutes later the waitress comes to tell us they only have 2 pot pies, no problem I order a burger instead. One pot pie is brought out almost immediately. We then ask for the potatoes so we can feed the baby and our waters. Another 10-15 minutes and we are told the pot pie(s) are gonna take 20 minutes. Hmm, we have now been here about a hour , ok can we get the mashed potatoes to feed the baby while waiting The first person has now finished their pot pie and the cold mashed potatoes show up along with TWO pot pies and the burger. Now we have a extra meal, we are told don't worry just take it to go. Then the bill comes containing the original order, 3 pot pies, the sandwich the kids fries, the drink we returned along with the burger, a salad and the drink replacement. Although, the bill was adjusted to reflect the original order, not sure I'm going back. I will however say, the pot pie was delicious read more

Our waitress was very friendly. The food portions are large and well worth the money. The restaurant itself is very welcoming. The next time we are visiting Tennessee we will surely eat here again. read more

Cheddar's was super clean, spacious, great food and very nice staff! The honey buttered croissants were my absolute fave!!! They were light and flaky with the perfect amount of honey butter on them!! I ate here twice while I was in Cookeville just because of the croissants. For my first dinner I had chicken fingers and fries which was great! The second time I had a steak with a baked potato and corn and the steak was cooked just how I like it! My only complaint is I wish they gave more croissants to us because one per person isn't enough! I can't wait to go back next time I'm in Tennessee!!! read more

Food was very good -- sorry forgot pictures. Steaks were cooked to perfection and deliciously tender. Side salads were large! They were nice enough to make my house salad without iceberg lettuce. Hamburgers were good as was the shrimp and salmon with rice. Service was excellent and our waitress was very attentive and kept up with things well. The ambiance is friendly and nice -- family appropriate. read more

Since I will likely not be back this way (was traveling) this rating is based solely on one visit. 4/5 for lunch experience. +1 - Staff was nice, server checked in at right cadence +1 - Inside was clean overall, parking was good outside +1 - Food came quickly, was prepared as expected, and was hot +1 - Time overall, in and out for lunch, was great Restroom could have used some love at the time. read more

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - Baked Potato Soup - American Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

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Honestly the best meal we've had in a while Great value and great food and great service read more

Absolutely terrible service. I would give zero stars if I could. On May 1, 2024 I went here on a date night. We were seated around 9:00-9:02. At approximately 9:27 My girlfriend and I walked out without so much as receiving a drink order. Absolutely unacceptable service especially considering how empty the floor was. But there were an over abundance of servers just walking around and hanging out in the dining area. Definitely will never recommend to anyone, especially if they want quality service in a reasonable and timely manner. read more

Great staff on a Thursday night. We got spinach dip, chicken tenders and shrimp, and steak and shrimp for dinner. You can't beat the bourbon sauce that comes with grilled shrimp, and the croissants are just heavenly. It was decently busy for a Thursday night, but no wait at all. read more

Chris and Cierra put a very large to go order together for me. The food was delicious and the service was fast and friendly. Thank you!

First time in this restaurant, though we were at one in a different city. We went in mid afternoon and they were not busy. We were seated immediately by a very pleasant hostess, and we're also quicky greeted and brought menus , again by a very pleasant waitress. We're ordered, an our food came out in what seemed like a few minutes. Food was very flavorful for both my wife and I. Things seemed clean, prices were as expected, food was very tasty, staff was pleasant and friendly. I recommend this location. We'll be going back again read more

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - a woman sitting at the bar - American Near Me - Cookeville, Tennessee

Stopped by on the way to Nashville. Great service and great food. We will be back. The staff was very attentive.

We love coming here. We had a hard time this past Sunday with our waiter. He had to many tables and forgot to put our food in. The manager was very professional and compensated us. The atmosphere is very relaxed and we always ask to sit by the window which we normally get. Also, if you want to beat waiting for longer than 30 minutes get there when it opens at 1030. read more

This Cheddar's is hit and miss. We used the online RSVP system and got on the list only for the hostesses to ignore that spot and re-add us, adding another 30 minutes to our wait. When I mentioned that it related to an hour wait the hostess didn't seem to care. Some of the food has been great, in all honesty most, but the place runs cold (I always bring in my coat) and the service, post COVID has definitely changed. Hopefully the management can turn it around as it is (was) one of our family's favorite chains. read more

We had the grilled salmon and it was delicious. Cooked perfectly and I'm picky about Salmon. Server was on the ball, sweet, and kind. I've been to this Cheddar's several times over the years. It's the best one between here and Georgia. read more

''.we went to Cheddars in cookeville Tn sat in the bar ,ordered a drink and our meals to go. Fantastic food ,service and prices ....I wish I'd gotten our bartenders name she was fantastic...handled the patrons and the bar like a champ. Food was delicious and we didn't have a long wait. I'd highly recommend it... read more

I took my family here while on vacation, it was the first time eating at a Cheddar's even though there is one 20 mins from us back home. The food was over all good, a little under seasoned "needed salt". But the two things that stood out are the honey butter croissants, and our server. The croissants are supper lite and flaky, the melt in your mouth! And the hint of sweetness is wonderful! Now for our server. We had Emily and she was an absolute delight! She was very friendly and attentive to us. She knew the menu and even warned my father that the dish he was going to order was a little spicy for some people. He does not like spicy so that was helpful and he was very appreciative that she gave him the heads up. Over all the quality for the price is good and the service we had was outstanding. read more

Amazing food! Stopped in on a road trip and the service was fast and it was quality food. Would eat there again for sure.

Their Honey Butter Croissants were delicious. The service was excellent. My Chicken Tenders were edible. I ate three tenders, and left the remaining three behind. The Cole Slaw tastes like KFC slaw. The French Fries were previously frozen and under cooked. The cheese sauce had no taste. read more

We had lunch here today and the whole experience was wonderful!! Our waiter/bartender Chris was on top of it and very personable. The food was delicious with big portions. Most restaurants these days are out of the menu items and the service sucks, it was pleasant to find an establishment that was not lacking in these areas. This will be our new go to restaurant when we come to Cookeville for our shopping. read more

I work there. I eat from there and more often than not, I love working there. It's so busy that a whole staff has to put their ALL in to give the public what they want but we do it every day. We love y'all. Please keep coming to Cheddar's for great service and a perfect price point. Also, ask for Jason if you want a near perfect experience. read more

Brought back delicious rolls. Great salads and my husbands ribs were vey good and a very generous portion.