Cookout Hours 2026: Opening and Closing Time
🗓️ 2026 Update (October 12, 2026): Closing times on this page are now corrected. Most Cook Out drive-thrus stay open until about 3 AM (Sunday to Thursday) and 4 AM (Friday and Saturday), not 3:30 PM as older versions of many guides said. Hours are set by each restaurant, so your store may differ.
Cook Out is one of the best late-night options in the South. Most restaurants open at 10:30 AM every day and keep the drive-thru running until 3 AM, or 4 AM on Friday and Saturday nights. This guide covers typical 2026 opening and closing times, dining room hours, delivery hours and the holidays when Cook Out is closed.
Cook Out Hours 2026 at a Glance
| Day | Typical Opening | Typical Closing (drive-thru) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30 AM | 3:00 AM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM | 3:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM | 3:00 AM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM | 3:00 AM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM | 4:00 AM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM | 4:00 AM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM | 3:00 AM |
Drive-Thru vs. Dining Room Hours
Cook Out is built around the drive-thru, and many stores have two drive-thru lanes. Not every location has indoor seating, and where there is a dining room it usually closes well before the drive-thru.
🚗 DRIVE-THRU
10:30 AM – 3 AM / 4 AM
The full menu, including trays and shakes, is usually served right up to closing time.
🪑 DINING ROOM
Often closes 9 PM – 11 PM
Indoor seating, where available, typically closes in the evening. After that, order through the drive-thru.
Cook Out Hours by State
Cook Out’s hours are fairly consistent across its territory, but each restaurant sets its own schedule. Stores near college campuses and highways tend to stay open latest.
| State | Typical Hours |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 10:30 AM – 3 AM (4 AM Fri–Sat) |
| South Carolina | 10:30 AM – 3 AM (4 AM Fri–Sat) |
| Virginia | 10:30 AM – 3 AM (4 AM Fri–Sat) |
| Tennessee | 10:30 AM – 3 AM (4 AM Fri–Sat) |
| Georgia | 10:30 AM – 2 AM to 3 AM |
| Alabama, Mississippi, Kentucky | 10:30 AM – 3 AM (some close earlier) |
| Maryland, West Virginia | 10:30 AM – 3 AM (some close earlier) |
| Florida (new in 2026) | Varies by store; check locally |
Cook Out Delivery Hours
Many Cook Out stores are listed on third-party apps such as Uber Eats. Delivery hours are usually shorter than store hours. For example, some 2026 Uber Eats listings show delivery from about 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM, even though the drive-thru stays open much later. Fees, menu prices and hours on delivery apps are set by the app and the store, so expect to pay more than at the window. Read more in our Cook Out Delivery guide.
When Is Cook Out Closed?
Cook Out is open seven days a week. Nearly all locations close on Thanksgiving Day (November 26, 2026) and Christmas Day (December 25, 2026), many close on Easter Sunday, and most close early on Christmas Eve. See the full list in our Cook Out Holiday Hours guide.
📍 How to Find a Cook Out Near You
- Store locator: cookout.com/locations lets you search by city or ZIP code and filter by state.
- Google Maps: search “Cook Out near me” to see live hours and directions.
- Customer service: Cook Out’s customer line is 1-866-547-0011 for feedback and questions.
Cook Out operates in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, West Virginia, Mississippi and Alabama, and began opening restaurants in Florida in 2026. Planning what to order? See the full Cook Out Menu with Prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most Cook Out restaurants open at 10:30 AM every day of the week, including Sundays.
Most Cook Out drive-thrus close at about 3 AM from Sunday to Thursday and about 4 AM on Friday and Saturday nights. Some stores close earlier.
No. Cook Out is open late but not 24 hours. Most stores close between 3 AM and 4 AM and reopen at 10:30 AM.
No. Cook Out does not have a breakfast menu. The regular menu starts when the store opens, usually at 10:30 AM.
Yes. Most Cook Out locations are open on Sunday from about 10:30 AM until 3 AM.
Where a store has a dining room, it often closes between 9 PM and 11 PM. The drive-thru stays open later.
More Cook Out guides: Menu with Prices · Holiday Hours · Tray · Secret Menu
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