Driving along I-40 in Cookeville you can find a lot of identifiable eateries. Chicken, burgers,…read moretacos...even steak. If I might recommend one that's off the beaten (well beaten) path, try Grace's Lumpia. First let me help you - lumpia is like a spring roll. Grace's is a food truck in a parking lot. They have benches and umbrellas. The wait isn't that long. The staff - 10/10 on service. Prices are more than fair in today's world. I tried the burger and lumpia option. The burger is really good and comes with a burger sauce (you can say no or get it on the side), and you get 4 lumpia instead of fries. Both were good and filling. I think next time I'll get a few more lumpia, just because they're so good. Take the path less traveled and visit Grace's Lumpia.

Best Pork Adobo since living in Hawaii. We parked our big rig, trailer and all the middle of Big…read moreLots parking lot to try this place. It did not disappoint. Ordered the Pork Adobo Plate, Chicken Adobo Plate for hubby and pork and chicken lumpia. Ate almost everything in one sitting. Price was decent. Portions were decent. Couldn't believe we found this place in Cookeville TN! Will definitely be back!

Delicious Asian fusion, popular spot, dine in, pickup, or delivery to your home. My favorites:…read moregyoza, chicken pad thai, coconut chicken, and so much more to try

Friendly and helpful staff. A variety of entree choices to include sushi and soups. Fresh and…read moreflavorful each and every meal we've had. Large enough to share! Very casual environment with ordering at the counter but they bring your order to the table. This is our go to restaurant for fair priced good quality food.

Stopped here for lunch. Got the Pho Combination Soup. It was really good, I enjoyed it…read more I'll probably try their wonton soup next time as this bowl was a lot for me and I was not able to finish it. Service was great, staff super friendly. Nice family run shop.

Delicious and fresh food with fun employees and cute environment. Just moved to area and the best…read morespot around. Panang curry with shrimp fresh vegetables and all the good spice. Will be back.

I'm from Long Beach CA and this is a hidden gem…read more Food taste home made, service is like being at your families place, and the place feels nice and cozy. If you're reading this go ahead and just put this in your maps and drive here. Came here a hungry stranger, and left full and as a new family member.

We ate at Tess's kitchen last night, and it was a great experience! The people were very friendly…read moreand the food was wonderful. It's like an old fashion diner. I don't usually eat dessert, but you have to plan for it at Tess's kitchen. If you're in the area, it's definitely the place to eat!

As first timers in Nashville, we were very excited to try Noko from what we've read online and it…read moredid not disappoint! Our reservation was for a Saturday at 5pm which was perfect for us since it was quiet enough for us to converse before the dinner rush at 6pm. We tried 6 dishes + 2 desserts and were stuffed by the end, so I'd recommend getting fewer plates for a party of 2. Our dinner included: hamachi crudo, bluefin tuna crudo, spicy tuna crispy rice, district sandwich, wagyu tartare, and the burnt ends lettuce wraps. The hamachi was a light and refreshing starter and reminded me of a papaya salad at a Thai restaurant. The bluefin crudo was probably the star of the night with the crunchy garlic topping and thick savory sauce! Our server told us that the spicy tuna crispy rice was their best seller and it was amazing; a perfect ratio of fish to rice and the rice was nice and crunchy on all sides. We've had a lot of spicy tuna crispy rices before and this one is up there with one of our favorites back in California! The district sandwich was the perfect girl dinner addition to our table with how creamy the cheese was on the crust-less bread. Wagyu tartare came out as a build your own handroll and by this point, we were stuffed so it was nice to be able to adjust our own rice portions in each bite. Lastly, the burnt ends lettuce wraps were covered in a thick glaze and would have been better if we had more friends to share with. After stuffing ourselves, I somehow found more space to try their brookie and pineapple dole whip. The brookie was a nice twist of your pizookie with the black sesame seeds. Eat this one fast as the vanilla gelato melts really quickly! The dole whip on the other hand was light and refreshing and was really a great way to end the meal. Our server, Eleni, called it the palette cleanser and sure was she right! Overall, we had an amazing experience here and left with happy hearts and full bellies. Thank you Eleni for a wonderful first time at Noko!

Made reservations here for a birthday lunch and had a really good experience. Farron took great…read morecare of us and had some great recommendations. We started with a few cocktails and all of them were really good. For appetizers, we got the burrata with peach jam and grilled peaches, which was recommended by Farron. The burrata was super creamy, and the peach jam added a nice hint of sweetness. The hamachi crudo was also good. The spicy tuna crispy rice was one of the better ones I've had. The rice was crispy on the outside and soft inside without being mushy. For our mains, we decided to get the burnt end bowl but couldn't decide on another dish. Farron suggested the beef brisket sandwich, and I'm glad he did. The brisket was succulent and fatty, served on soft, fluffy bread that soaked up all the au jus. The au jus reminded me of a beefier pho broth. The burnt ends were sweet and salty but paired really well with the rice, fresh carrots and pickles. The Dole Whip soft serve was also excellent. Since we were celebrating a birthday, they also gave us a scoop of ube ice cream. It was super creamy and rich. I wasn't planning on ordering it, so I'm glad I got to try it because it was really good. Everything was really good, and I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.

What a great night celebrating a birthday!! New menu is amazing, cocktails & food!! A must try for…read morethe local Cookeville experience. Now that the temps are cooler the bar and patio are perfect spot for a night out with friends or that special someone!

Great food and location. Service is top-notch and full of flavor. Patio is very open and quite.read more

10/10. Our new Thai spot! We just moved here and tried a few other recommended places, but this one…read morewill be our go to. My pad Thai was phenomenal so flavorful and just the right amount of spice (I asked for half spice 6 out of 10) and my husband got the sesame chicken and hot & sour soup. We ordered to go, and it was still piping hot when we got home. The service was great, the ladies were very friendly! Next time we will eat there, very cozy ambiance inside.

Paid another visit to Taste of Thai. They are truly amazing. They have fast friendly service and…read morethe atmosphere is chill. I ordered the lunch portion Mongolian Beef with fried rice and egg roll, a small wonton soup and vegetable fresh rolls. The fresh roll and Mongolian beef were delicious. Today the wonton soup some of the best I've had. The egg roll was ok, but otherwise, everything else was incredibly.

I'm glad it was recommended to me. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere with a Mid-Century Modern…read moredesign and earthy minimalist influences that make it feel warm and inviting. The staff were attentive throughout the meal, and the food was the definition of comfort food. I ordered the Veggie Mandu, Jjajang Myun, and Tangsuyuk, and every dish was excellent with generous portion sizes. The Veggie Mandu had an incredibly crispy exterior with a rich, savory umami flavor. I've had Jjajang Myun at several other restaurants, and while this version wasn't my favorite, it was still solid and enjoyable. The Tangsuyuk was the standout--it was perfectly crispy on the outside while remaining tender inside, and the sauce struck a great balance of sweetness without being overpowering, making it easy to keep reaching for another bite. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I'll definitely be back to try the desserts.

What an impressive addition to the local restaurant scene. U&I has been open for awhile but I only…read morerecently took the plunge. So glad I did. What Prompt, friendly service. It's a comfy place, plenty of of space, plenty of parking. But you will return, again and again, for the quality Korean-centric food. Really impressed with the dumplings apps, crispy and tasty. The Korean cheese corn is solid. The complimentary sides are great--liked the kimchi, the potato salad and the radishes. So good, and fun. The chicken katsu is the best in town, with a perfect salad accompaniment. Really impressed with the zesty kkanpung chicken. You will want to lick the sauce from the bowl but please restrain yourself. Was there for an early lunch so trying the bar needs to come later but there is a separate bar section, if you care for just apps and cocktails. Servings are generous. More enough to share. Considering the quality and quantity, prices are fair.

The food was excellent! We had fried oysters & fries (meaty, not shoe string fries) and the shrimp…read moreand grits. Both were delicious! Food was hot and fresh. Also tried the gator bites and chicken wings. Very good too! Attentive service and the Christian music playing set the atmosphere, which was peaceful. The owners were very nice and friendly. We will definitely be back and tell everyone we know.

We were pleasantly surprised by this little gem! The seafood is soooo fresh - it felt like we were…read moreon the coast eating today's catch! The burgers are well prepared and have some creative flare! We will absolutely be back! We had the Cowboy Candy Appetizer, crab and shrimp boil (mix Cajun and and By the Bay seasonings), Lobster Rolls, and Bacon Jammer Smashburger!

We stopped here on our way to Nashville. Generous portions and fantastic, fresh vegetables, and…read moreplenty of options on the menu. The restaurant is very clean and we enjoyed everything we ordered. It arrived piping hot and delicious. I highly recommend- all four of us thought it was the best Chinese food we'd had in years.

I ordered pad thai and spring rolls from here on my way through town. I waited 40 minutes for…read moreovercooked noodles that had no flavor. The spring rolls were grease-soaked. Awful.