The Cookery is a nonprofit restaurant, cafe, caterer, and event space that trains formerly homeless men in the Culinary Arts to prepare them for employment in Nashville’s food industry. The restaurant features a flavorful menu of wraps, burgers, salads, sandwiches, loaded potatoes, and much more, with an espresso bar and dessert menu.
Mellow cafe & espresso bar with an Australian-inspired menu of salads & sandwiches. Based on 349 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
1827 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: (615) 269-2911
Website: http://www.thecookery.org/
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Hours
| Wednesday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 11 AM–2 PM |
| Monday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–2 PM |
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Reviews
Carrie Speth
Wonderful little coffee shop with delicious food and coffee! The atmosphere was friendly & cozy. I would highly recommend stopping here while in Nashville. The purpose behind the cafe was even more amazing. All proceeds go to the homeless to teaching them culinary skills to obtain jobs. Stop by the prayer wall to add a request or take one to pray over. We will definitely be back!!
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D D
I love everything about this place! The atmosphere, the food and their mission of helping train formerly homeless people in the culinary arts!
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Emma Madsen
Such a cute place! I got the avocado smash and an iced coffee. The food was excellent and I really like the atmosphere and their mission. Surprised to actually hear Australian people in here! Very authentic 10/10
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Aimee Olson
Lovely little place for breakfast or lunch. We enjoyed trying a couple of the Australian dishes (the meat pie for me and the sausage roll for him). We liked knowing the mission of The Cookery is helping the homeless with jobs, food and care.
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Cynthia Blume
It took a while for my whole party to receive their food, but we were with a huge party, 13-15 of us. So, it is not unexpected for a small restaurant with a cook or two. Love the atmosphere. The staff was so sweet. The food was good and so affordable! Love the mission of this place, too.
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KRISTEN L
Stopped in for lunch. Sat at the only table that was large enough for our party and clean. It was pretty wobbly. Had to get our own waters. But the food was good. It came quickly and was hot. Had lunch and breakfast options all day, we had a mix and all enjoyed. Limited parking right in front which was convenient
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Case Garner
The food was excellent and was priced correctly for the portion provided. The sausage rolls were incredible, however the chicken curry pie was just as good. I highly recommend this to anyone in the Nashville area looking to try something unique with nice ambiance.
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Robby Crain
Good selection of food and drinks. The food was ok, the cinnamon roll was very good.
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Nathan
Kyle was the kindest and most friendly server. He let us adjust an order and recommended the most delish latte that he created himself!
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Joe Rasbaugh
Summary: Unique and interesting with some good food, but EXTREMELY slow service.
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