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    Cook Out

    3.8 (84 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers, Fast Food, Hot Dogs
    Closed • 10:30 am - 3:30 AM (Next day)

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    Onion rings minus a few already eaten. No sauce provided with them.
    Rene M.

    Eager to try this fast food joint based on the name. It's not a chain in our area yet and when we drive by it, we knew we had to stop. We were expecting something like "Backyard Burgers" fresh-like burgers and crush squeezed lemonade. It's more like a Burger King meets Sonic's. I ordered a hot dog. I expected it to be big and juicy like Costco's. It was not. It had grill makes, but no grilled "flavor" and was definitely on the thin side. The onions were average. The highlight was the multiple choices of unique shake flavors. The peanut butter/banana was spot on. The cost was "normal" though a bit high for the small dog. Next time, I'd try the burger.

    Taylor G.

    Cookout is an awesome place to go sit and eat or get it to go. Tons of options on sides and main courses. I usually get two chicken quesadillas and two sides of Cajun fries with barbecue sauce and a caramel fudge milkshake under $10!

    Walking taco and chili cheese burger

    This is a difficult establishment to review. I am torn because when receiving my food i was immediately concerned about needing to support the healthcare costs of regular customers, but then I realized the need to balance that with fact that they wjll not live long enough to collect social security. This place is dirt cheap and my chili cheese burger is very good as are the Cajun fries. Would eat again. I ordered the walking taco as my 2nd side. I was oblivious that this is aTex Mex taco ingredients thrown into a bag of Doritos. Ground beef and lettuce are not legitimate taco ingredients but I never anticipated an authentic taco, so I cannot allow this to impact my score. I'm not going to eat this (I am staring at it as I write). The meat is of poor quality and it's disgusting. That said -- for someone who craves low quality taco ingredients in a bag of Doritos at bottom of the barrel pricing it is probably hits the spot. I give 5 stars because their food effectively accomplishes what they set out to do. For the long term sustainability of CookOut Inc. may their clients not use protection and reproduce, because they are here for a good time -- not a long time.

    A plain hot dog for my dog #yum #ReviewsByRL
    Raena L.

    Found this place via a Yelp search for where to eat while on a #roadtrip . Almost missed it, kind of up on a hill but right off 127. Went in so I could spend time looking at the menu since I'm unfamiliar. Burgers and hot dogs and shakes. Reasonable prices. Downside is the cashier didn't seem very friendly as I was trying to decide. Normally I'd ask what they recommend but she just didn't seem to want to engage. I got the cheddar burger (bacon and grilled onions), onion rings, and a plain hot dog (for my dog). It was all still hot when I got to my nearby hotel. The cook out sauce on the onion rings is good ... kind of like a spicy thousand island without the relish. The burger was a decent thickness and had good bacon and grilled onions on it. I was I tempted by the milkshake list but didn't get one. Good thing, cuz I was stuffed. I drove by again later in the evening but the drove through line was so long I didn't ... clearly a popular choice#yum #ReviewsByRL

    Bbq sandwiche!
    Brian J.

    Never a bad experience yet-I can not understand their consistency in providing great food! Had my primary fav-BBQ again today in Frankfort Ky!

    Cheddar Style Burger
    Ivonne R.

    Nothing fancy! "Don't let a book get judged by its cover" this place is so good! My husband first tried it in Lexington and on our way home (California) we stopped by in Frankfort. It's a must try! I had a tray with the cheddar style burger, onion rings and a corn dog; it was all good! Another plus is the crunchy ice they offer with their drinks. Staff was very friendly as well! And! It was very fast service.

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    Definitely a good burger. You will not be able to beat this price for a burger two sides and large drink anywhere else in town.

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    Thank you so much for the 5 stars! We truly appreciate your support.

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    Thank you so much for the 5 stars! We truly appreciate your support.

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    Put more with meals, add more seasonings, don't cook food that comes out so dry. Y'all used to be goated spot

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    Terrible service at drive thru window. Waited 22 minutes for order on a Sunday at 2pm. Horrible ​

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    Cookout provided a blissful experience in all aspects. Food was delightful, and service was quick and useful. Great experience!

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