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Cook Out

3.2 (178 reviews)
InexpensiveBurgers, Fast Food, Hot Dogs
Closed • 10:30 am - 4:00 AM (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Milkshakes are super good but SUPER thick

We were in the mood for some delicious and no-frills food, and Cookout met the moment. I'm not from the South, but many of my friends are, and they have been singing Cookout's praises for years. I finally had a chance to see the hype for myself today. So glad I did. We both got Trays with Double Cheeseburgers and Cajun fries. I had hush puppies as my second side while my travel companion got onion rings, and both of us got chocolate shakes. Zero complaints, every bite of food was delicious. My friends talked about how good Cookout is for half a decade - and still undersold it. It is elite fast food. It is stellar roadside food. It is the BEST possible version of what you'd expect from skimming the menu/taking a peek inside. Perfectly cooked burger, plenty of cheese, fries have great seasoning, and the chocolate shake is the perfect amount of chocolate. And the staff member who helped us was genuinely the best part of the outing. I wish I caught his name, but he was an extremely friendly guy with light hair and a baseball cap. He cracked jokes and put us in a great mood, which plenty of cashiers do, but this guy was above and beyond. He made everything so much better. Even if the food sucked I would go back for the friendly vibes. But the fact that the food hit the spot? I can't recommend Cookout enough.

The last couple of times I've ordered in the drive thru they got my order wrong! Missing the pickles and the bacon was chewy when I asked for crispy well done bacon. The chicken nuggets (only 3 small pieces) were not good.

Bacon Cheeseburger tray with Cajun Fries and Hushpuppies..
Lamont B.

Just recently I had a chance to drop in at Cookout in Williamsburg, VA during Memorial Day weekend. Now I haven't had the chance to experience in a min.. The last time I recall I had we was when wifey and I was in Nashville, TN.. Nevertheless, this spot in VA wasn't a bad. However, it was just me this time so I didn't order as many items as I normally post here.. This time I just ordered a Bacon Cheeseburger food tray with cajun fries and hush puppies and of course Cookies-n- Cream Milk Shake.. It didn't make 5 stars but I will definitely give it a strong 4 stars.. Everything was hot and fresh and MilkShake was just how like, with the spoon instead of straw! Bottomline is, I'll recommend Cookout in Williamsburg, VA!!

Linda D.

We were in the area and our first thought was Cook Out (wish they had them in New York). Love the fact they are so affordable and good. The burgers are truly grilled (and you can request charcoal grill). We got a great recommendation for shake, the gentleman referred us to the banana berry which was awesome and berry-licious The establishment is clean and spacious, parking available outside. They also have a drive thru. The staff extremely patient and friendly. The service was great.

incomplete barbecue plate
José N.

Went there wary tonight and was offered an extra barbecue plate as an apology for the other night, it's great to know that they acknowledged it and compensated. I take it all back, they're alright. Old and outdated review: Updated review: went there tonight and got a barbecue plate missing the fries and the hushpuppies. Don't come here and leave before checking if you got EVERYTHING you ordered because those incompetent idiots don't bother with telling you about it. I'm going to stop coming here and start going to Wawa where you get more food for a better price and a better service.

Motch biting in!!
Steven T.

Always a great lunch! The food are delicious and the variety of things great. Fried, hush puppies, Chile, ask great. BLT is awesome too. I enjoy the cook out tray with 2 dogs, 2 sides and a drink for $4.99. The restaurant is very rustic with tables and benches made from some natural hardwoods. Great place to eat, food is prepared quickly!

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I would skip this this it's just ok food there are plenty of other options around. We got burgers and stuff.

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Never even heard of Cook Out but I am glad we tried it. Food and Staff was great. Thanks Cook Out for a Great visit.

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Amazing! The service was great as well as the food! I got the chicken and hush puppies. Incredible! I love how Christian it is!!!

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Fast paced comfort grill food. Crazy combos and cheap eats!! Great staff. Just what we needed.

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The food was great. Did the drive thru during the lunch hour and it was so fast. Definitely the best "fast food" in the area.

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