Cookeville & Nearby Towns: A Simple Eating Map
Explore the Upper Cumberland’s best dining stops by town and county. This simple map helps you see where to eat — from Baxter to Sparta, Monterey to Crossville.
The Upper Cumberland is rich in flavor — from classic diners to modern bistros, from BBQ smokehouses to coffee shops and quick bites. This map and guide help you orient your next meal around Cookeville and the surrounding towns.
How to use this map
Start with your home base — usually Cookeville (Putnam County) — and scan outward. Each county has towns with unique dining scenes:
- Putnam County: Cookeville, Algood — the regional hub for most restaurants.
- Overton & Fentress: Small-town favorites and barbecue stops.
- Cumberland & White Counties: Scenic drives + local diners.
- Jackson & Smith: Comfort food and coffee shops.
- DeKalb & Warren: Unique local spots and lunch counters.
- Van Buren, Cannon, Coffee: East-west routes with hidden gems.
- Other counties: Explore town guides for specific neighborhoods and hubs.
Use the map together with the Cookeville Bites directory and guides to find restaurants near your journey. Whether you’re on a day trip, meeting friends, or exploring new towns, this map gives you a quick orientation.