Char Steak Lounge – Steakhouse
Char Steak Lounge pulses with a lively energy, where the enticing scent of wood-smoke and the warmth of a modern social hub draw you into a world of elevated comfort. The kitchen masterfully balances playfulness and craft, offering a menu where crispy, beer-battered mushrooms and inventive pizzas meet the refined elegance of house-made crab cakes and flame-kissed skewers. It is a destination built for shared moments, where every bite—from the heat of spicy quesadillas to the crunch of golden potato skins—celebrates the bold, savory spirit of the lounge experience.
14 South Washington Avenue, 38501 https://chsteaklounge.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Char Steak Lounge
Dairy-Free at Char Steak Lounge
Char Steak Lounge in Cookeville has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Infused Rice, Chips & Salsa and Veggie Stir Fry. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Char Steak Lounge
Char Steak Lounge in Cookeville has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Asparagus and Steamed Broccoli. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Char Steak Lounge
Char Steak Lounge in Cookeville has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mac N Cheese, Heavenly Seafood Pasta and Spicy Spinach Artichoke Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Char Steak Lounge
Char Steak Lounge in Cookeville has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Skewers, Grilled Yellowfin Tuna and Filet Mignon 8 oz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Char Steak Lounge
Char Steak Lounge in Cookeville has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Filet Mignon 8 oz, New York Strip 10 oz and Ribeye 12 oz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Char Steak Lounge
Char Steak Lounge in Cookeville has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Filet Mignon 8 oz, New York Strip 10 oz and Ribeye 12 oz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Char Steak Lounge
Char Steak Lounge in Cookeville has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Asparagus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Char Steak Lounge
Char Steak Lounge in Cookeville has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Infused Rice, Chips & Salsa and Veggie Stir Fry. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Char Steak Lounge
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled Yellowfin Tuna | 0 g | 40.2 g |
| Fried Appetizer Platter | 46 g | 39.3 g |
| CH’S Signature Salad | 43.9 g | 38 g |
| Spicy Veggie Quesadilla | 7.3 g | 36.3 g |
| Rattlesnake Pasta | 86.5 g | 36.3 g |
| Spicy Spinach Artichoke Dip | 87.6 g | 34.4 g |
| The Standard Burger | 22.1 g | 33.4 g |
| Prime Rib Sandwich | 23.6 g | 30.1 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
| Stuffed Louisiana Chicken | 9.8 g | 23.9 g |
| Veggie Stir Fry | 49.5 g | 22.2 g |
| Fresh North Atlantic Salmon | 32.1 g | 20.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners appreciate Char as a reliable destination for a casual lunch with friends, where the service is noted for being consistent and professional. Guests highlight the relaxed atmosphere that perfectly suits an easygoing midday meal
Menu
Traditional Appetizers
- Smoked Chicken Wings - $11: Jumbo wings hickory smoked and served plain, mild, hot, stupid hot, teriyaki, BBQ, or J. Henry sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Potato Skins - $9.5: Cheddar, Monterey Jack, bacon crumbles, chives. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Stick Roulette - $11.5: Assorted types of cheese sticks fried and served with marinara. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks - $8.5: Fried mozzarella sticks served with marinara. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer Battered Fried Mushrooms - $8.5: Served with honey mustard, creamy Dijon horseradish, or ranch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pizza Rockafella - $16: Thin crust pizza topped with spinach artichoke dip, freshly ground chicken breast, mozzarella, sun dried tomatoes and jalapeños. Served with hot sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Philly Pizza - $17: Thin crust pizza topped with spinach artichoke dip, thinly sliced ribeye, mozzarella, peppers, onions and mushrooms. Served with steak sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Skewers - $13.5: Two grilled skewers seasoned with a brown sugar spice blend served with a wasabi cream sauce and cocktail sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Housemade Crab Cakes - $12: Crab pan fried to perfection and served with a wasabi cream sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Veggie Quesadilla - $11.5: Spinach artichoke dip, mixed cheese, Portobello mushrooms, peppers, onions, kalamata olives and cherry tomatoes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farmhouse Cheese Platter - $18.5: Four or five local seasonal cheeses served with specialty crackers, seasonal fruit, dried cranberries and candied pecans. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Appetizer Platter - $21: Four chicken wings, four cheese sticks, three potato skins and fried mushrooms served with ranch, marinara and choice of wing sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Platter - $32.5: Two seafood cakes, two shrimp skewers, 8 oz. yellowfin tuna filet. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa - $5.5: Housemade chips and salsa. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Spinach Artichoke Dip - $8.5: Creamy spinach and artichoke dip with a kick. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Cheese Fries - $9.5: Fries topped with melted cheese and bacon. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Best Steaks in Town
- Black Angus Flat Iron Steak - $17: Top shelf aged beef, hand cut and grilled with secret seasoning. Served with two sides. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Ribeye 12 oz - $24: Hand cut 12 oz ribeye served with two sides. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Ribeye 16 oz - $29: Hand cut 16 oz ribeye served with two sides. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Blue Crab-Smothered Filet - $34: 8 oz. cut topped with fresh Parmesan blue crab sauce. Served with two sides. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Ribeye 12 oz - $27.5: 12 oz ribeye topped with fresh asparagus wrapped in applewood smoked bacon. Served with two sides.
- New York Strip 10 oz - $21: Hand cut 10 oz strip served with two sides. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Filet Mignon 8 oz - $29.5: Hand cut 8 oz filet served with two sides. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Famous Prime Rib 12 oz - $24: Traditional or Hickory Smoked. Dry rubbed and slow-roasted. Served with au jus and horseradish. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
Entrees
- Stuffed Louisiana Chicken - $22.5: Pan-fried chicken breast stuffed with Cajun sausage, served over garlic-infused rice, topped with spicy Tasso ham cream sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh North Atlantic Salmon - $18.5: Teriyaki-glazed, Cajun Blackened, Spicy Sweet & Sour, Lemon Peppered or plain. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Atlantic Scallops - $30.5: Sautéed with butter, sherry and garlic. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Yellowfin Tuna - $22: 8 oz. sashimi-grade steak, lightly seasoned and served medium rare with wasabi cream sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Twin Lobster Tails - $32.5: Two 5oz cold-water tails, broiled and served over garlic-infused rice with drawn butter. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Stir Fry - $15.5: Broccoli, peppers, onions, carrots and mushrooms sautéed with sweet n’ sour teriyaki, garlic rice and sesame seeds. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Dinner Pastas
- Shrimp Scampi - $15.5: Served on angel hair pasta. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Heavenly Seafood Pasta - $31: Angel hair pasta and lemon pepper cream sauce with capers, shrimp, scallops, and crab. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rattlesnake Pasta - $15: Fettuccini tossed in a Spicy Caribbean Alfredo sauce with broccoli and mushrooms. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Fresh Romaine Salads
- Greek Salad - $11: Feta cheese, tomato, Kalamata olives, onions, pepperoncinis, oregano, oil and vinegar. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- CH’S Signature Salad - $9.5: Dried cranberries, candied pecans, mandarin oranges, seasonal fruit, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Burgers
- Prime Rib Sandwich - $10.5: Thinly sliced prime rib on a French roll with Provolone and au jus. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Standard Burger - $9: Classic beef burger served with housemade kettle chips. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smokehouse Burger - $11: Sautéed Portobello mushrooms, onions, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar and BBQ sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Steamed Broccoli - $2.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Infused Rice - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac N Cheese - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asparagus - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Char Steak Lounge
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features diverse options ranging from inventive pizzas and seafood platters to dishes accommodating over forty specific dietary preferences.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include steamed broccoli, garlic infused rice, and chips & salsa, while keto and low-carb diets are supported by steamed broccoli.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews do not mention any specific concerns, instead highlighting the professional service and relaxed atmosphere suitable for casual lunches.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Char Steak Lounge offers a relaxed, easygoing atmosphere and a lively energy that guests find ideal for casual social gatherings.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Char Steak Lounge features an official website at https://chsteaklounge.com/, but the provided data does not confirm online ordering availability.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not include information regarding the specific hours of operation for Char Steak Lounge.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include smoked chicken wings, housemade crab cakes, shrimp skewers, beer-battered mushrooms, and inventive options like Pizza Rockafella.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This moderate-priced steakhouse holds a 3.0/5 rating, distinguishing itself through professional service and a relaxed atmosphere suitable for casual lunches.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Diners appreciate the restaurant for its consistent, professional service and relaxed atmosphere, making it a reliable destination for casual lunches.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Char Steak Lounge by visiting their official website at https://chsteaklounge.com/.
- Is Char Steak Lounge dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Char Steak Lounge has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Infused Rice, Chips & Salsa and Veggie Stir Fry.
- What can I eat at Char Steak Lounge on a dairy-free diet?
- Garlic Infused Rice, Chips & Salsa and Veggie Stir Fry carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Char Steak Lounge have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Garlic Infused Rice and Chips & Salsa.
- Is Char Steak Lounge gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Char Steak Lounge?
- Grilled Yellowfin Tuna, at roughly 40.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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