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The Cookery

4.6 (237 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Auntie Joey's Chicken Curry Pie
Daniel W.

Ok this is my new favorite place! Great mission and probably the yummiest food I've had in months. I had Aunt Joey's Chicken Curry Pie. Insanely delicious. Great service. And beautiful and comfy dining area. Will definitely be back!

Horrible Crepe
J F.

First the good. Service was friendly. Cooks look like they like their job. Really like the mission of homeless and people with a record. The food was horrific. Had the crepe with eggs. I think it was made with pancake batter. Bland and devoid of taste and heavy. Bacon was gristle. Wife had a hash with eggs. Hash consisted of soggy fries fried in very old oil and really horrible tasting. How do they get these reviews? Fun place but the food id terrible. One and done for us. Really wanted to like this place.

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Mike R.

This is a cozy little café that serves breakfast, lunch and do some catering. The staff were friendly and the service was good. This establishment provides hope and opportunity for the disenfranchised in Nashville. You can read their mission on the website. They offer Apps, Australian Specialties, Salads, Baked Potatoes, Burgers, Tacos, Sandwiches, Wraps, Breakfast, Crepes, Pancakes and Expresso and Coffees. Everything we got was Tasty and the Pastries on the Meat Pies are light and flaky. Good comfort food.

Meat pie
Chingi Z.

A cozy space, hiding in broad daylight, this gem offers an uncomplicated and friendly dining experience with a focus on Australian fare. The flaky meat pie, paired with perfectly seasoned fries was just the base I needed today. The meat pie, with its golden, flaky crust, was in itself a wonderful introduction to what I would hope are Australian staples. As you take your first bite, the crust crumbles delicately, revealing a hearty filling that is rich and savory. The minced beef, was seasoned well with a blend of herbs and spices, a hint of thyme for sure. Complementing the pie are the seasoned fries, which are nothing short of perfection. Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Lunch was sprinkled with kind and genuine service. What more could you ask for!

Holly T.

The Cookery is one of favorite places! It's NYE and we came for takeout lunch. Thrilled to see the old menu back- all our faves are on it. Mine is the Ultima Salad , it comes with salad and fruit and choice of two more- I choose chicken salad and pasta salad. Delish!!! Frankly- everything they make here is fabulous and you can't go wrong. Great mission and you can purchase gift cards to be given to those who are hungry and without money. The spiritual ambience is welcoming and relaxing.

Hot case with meat pies, chicken pot pies, and sausage rolls. Aussie style comfort food!
Jeff T.

The best place to eat near Belmont. This is a wonderful place to have a meal. The restaurant has a mission to train homeless men to be cooks. It also has a program to feed the homeless and you can buy $5 or $10 meals for them to pay forward. The people here are so nice and the restaurant is so homey and there is lots of seating. The food here is delicious, and Breakfast is served all day! I love the Breakfast Bowl, the BLT, the fish, the pork, and the Burgers. My wife loves the salads. I highly recommend the Cookery!

Aussie Avocado Smash
Joenne M.

Gracious welcome, attentive staff, warm and hospitable environment, great coffee. Clearly quality kitchen. Partner had the cookery hash and opted to have an egg on top. Raved about it - loved the chipotle sauce. Fresh flavors came through. I had the Aussie Avo Smash . Goodness! Tahini complemented the avocado, beautiful, fresh greens, right texture and bread. Will definitely return and spreading the word. Also appreciate the balance - thank you for keeping hours that allow the staff to explore and engage across all of the other aspects of life. Well done and thank you!!!

Top of the Morning Crepe Great Flavors at a great price

"Eat well, do good: The Cookery is a café where delicious meals and espresso meet hope, training, and new beginnings for men rebuilding their lives." This place is our favorite spot for Breakfast and Lunch, both are amazing. Crepes , Pancakes or Coffee Rubbed Fish Tacos , Salads and incredible Burgers ! If you want great food and support helping homeless men to renew & off the streets,,, this place is it. Most everything is made from Scratch, as Chef Brett teaches them Culinary and life skills to enable them to re-enter the community as blessed contributors once the complete the course and graduate Closed on Saturdays (so they can feed the homeless. ) Open Mon-Fri 7:00-2:00 Sundays 11:00-2:00 Don't forget to get their famous Cinnamon Rolls to go back the crew or home !

Cookery Mac & Cheese, breakfast Pot Pie (special)
Anushree D.

Great place for come classic Nashville fare! We had the breakfast pot pie- really nice flaky crust and tasty flavors, the Mac and cheese was creamy and the hot chicken sliders (off menu special) were juicy and tender. Great stop in for an out of towner! Service is great and staff is very friendly.

Elizabeth L.

I always laugh when someone says they have the "best" of anything, like The Cookery does about their cinnamon rolls....but let me tell you, they are not kidding. The food is really, really good here. Plus they have a philanthropic side to their business that supports Nashville residents who have fallen on hard times. Prices aren't cheap but reasonable for 12th Ave. Definitely worth a visit, especially if you love cinnamon rolls!

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Delicious sandwiches for lunch. Chicken pot pie was also great! So happy to support their mission as well.

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"Good food, doing good," is our motto. Thank you for you support.

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