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    Cook Out

    2.2 (40 reviews)
    Open • 10:30 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)

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    New York cheesecake
    Christen M.

    Love this Cook Out location. Decided to go for a midnight snack and try their New York cheesecake - with cherry topping for me. I was surprised at how good it is and how generous their portion is. The cheesecake is $1.99 for a slice and it's every bit as good as the New York cheesecake I've had over at Southern Pecan in SouthPark or other high-end places. Tastes like a true New York cheesecake. Next time I dine out and have a yen for some good New York cheesecake afterwards, I'll just swing by Cook Out.

    Junior tray with cheeseburger and fries
    liv s.

    I ordered a JR tray with a small cheeseburger and fries & it hit the SPOT. The fries were so soft, but not soggy and the burger was cooked fine. Also, highly recommend the hush puppies. The staff was friendly, however ordering took a bit but once you get to the window the food is fast! Overall, it's good fast food for cheap- you get what you pay for here. will be back & picky eater approved

    Supposed to be 3 chicken tender tray with corn dog & cheese bites.
    Drea S.

    We had 3 orders. Order was not correct after repeating it 3 times. Food looks old & was hard. We did not get a receipt.

    Krystle M.

    This new Cookout off South Tryon has fried okra!!! This is the first time I've seen okra at a cookout. The okra was delicious. However I was alarmed when I was told they charge extra for the different type of toppings on the burgers and chicken sandwiches for the cookout trays. And then a few items in our order weren't made correctly. Why pay extra when you don't get the correct things. Next time I will check everything before we leave. Cookout 4374 S Tryon St Charlotte, NC 28217

    Burnt hush puppies

    The food and service were both highly dissatisfying. The staff was rude. They rushed us through our order. hush puppies were burnt and the fries weren't cooked all the way, the cheer wine was out of flavor and flat. Order

    Courtney L.

    Whenever I am in the Charlotte city limits it is a must that I find a Cookout. I love cookout and although I've moved away, it is still a staple. This location is pretty new. The staff was super fast and friendly. My food was hot and made to order. The line wasn't long and I'm glad they have the two drive in lanes. The menu has upgraded a bit since I last was there here but I stick with my favorite tray. I ordered two hot dogs, onion rings, and hush puppies. Of course I washed it down with a huge tea! Delicious as always!

    The rings are what I wanted wish I got some and 3 nuggets? What's going on? I'll be back yet y'all got to do better!

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    Delicious, the service was friendly and they definitely have made a good experience better. The ambiance is drive through casual.

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    This staff at this particular location sucks. Service is extremely slow. They don't care here at all. You can tell everyone hates it here.

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    Over rated. Simple order couldn't execute. Mediocre flavor flave. If u like long lines & mediocre burgers then give this a try

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    Friendly staff, fast, and great food as always. Try the Cajun fries you won't regret it!

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    Best cookout in Charlotte! Fried okra two thumbs up! Everything was hot and fresh out the kitchen . . .

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    “love the bugers and okra and rings, fries can be a little soft and that's as they hand the carry out plate to me so fries are hit and miss.”

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