Where are Cook Out restaurants located? Founded in Greensboro, NC (1989) by Morris Reaves and headquartered in Thomasville, NC, Cook Out runs 350+ stores across 11 Southeastern states: NC, SC, VA, GA, TN, AL, KY, MS, WV, MD and FL — Florida is the newest state (first store: Pensacola, July 2025; Tampa Bay followed in July 2026). Most stores are double drive-thru + walk-up window only (no dine-in) — built for speed, value and legendary late-night hours.
Find Your Cook Out on cookout.com ↗ Cook Out near me (Google Maps) ↗
🕒 Typical hours 10:30 AM – 3:00/3:30 AM. Searching cookout menu with prices near me open? Check the city guides below for local hours and prices.
🕒Typical Hours
| Mon – Thu | 10:30 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri – Sat | 10:30 AM – 3:30 / 4:00 AM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Holidays | Varies by store |
Hours vary by location — confirm with your store. Late-night lines move fast!
🏠Is Cook Out Open Inside?
Most locations are drive-thru + walk-up window only with no indoor seating — that's how prices stay so low. A few newer stores have small dining rooms. Either way, the full tray menu is available at every window.
💲Prices by State (2026)
Regular Tray $7.39 most stores; Jr. Tray $6.39; all shakes $3.99. Observed tray ranges: NC/SC $7.39–$9.99 · VA/GA/TN metros up to ~$10.49 · late-night/college towns vary. See tray prices →
Cook Out Menu by City & State
The same legendary menu everywhere — prices & hours vary slightly by store. Always confirm locally.
📍 Cook Out Menu NC →
Home turf! 130+ stores — Greensboro (the original 1989 spot), Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Winston-Salem & more. Benchmark tray prices of the chain (~$7.39).
📍 Cook Out Menu Tampa →
First Tampa Bay store opened July 2026 at 5501 E Fowler Ave, Temple Terrace (near USF) — Carrollwood & St. Pete reported coming soon. Open till 4 AM.
📍 Cook Out Menu Myrtle Beach →
Vacation favorite on the Grand Strand — feed four for under $28 with trays + $3.99 shakes, open late after the beach.
📍 Cook Out Menu Pensacola →
Florida's first Cook Out (opened July 2025, 1735 E Nine Mile Rd) after winning the fan expansion poll. Open till 3–4 AM.
📍 Cook Out Menu Gulfport, Mississippi →
Gulf Coast store with the complete menu — the Coast's post-beach, post-casino late-night kitchen.
📍 Cook Out Menu Frankfort, KY →
Kentucky's capital store — full trays, burgers & shakes till late on the I-64 corridor. Cheddar Style burger is the move.
📍 Cook Out Menu Gadsden, AL →
Northeast Alabama's whole board — 3-strips trays and Oreo shakes lead the Etowah County late-night rush.
📍 Cook Out Menu Pigeon Forge
Smoky Mountains stop — fuel up before Dollywood with a $7.39 tray built your way.
FAQs
How do I find a Cook Out menu near me with prices?
Use the official Cook Out locator for addresses & hours, then browse this guide's tray prices and printable menu — Regular Tray ~$7.39, Jr. ~$6.39, shakes $3.99 at most stores.
What time does Cook Out close?
Most stores close 3:00–3:30 AM (up to 4:00 AM Fri–Sat). It's the Southeast's late-night headquarters — confirm your store's hours locally.
Does Cook Out deliver?
Select locations partner with third-party delivery apps; most business is drive-thru/walk-up. Check your delivery app for "Cook Out" availability near you.