Good fast food. Service friendly and efficient. Our first experience and will try again.

I just had the most unhealthy meal I can think of. And I loved it! Tomorrow I'll get a salad, but today I indulged at Cook Out. I got a combo, which they refer to as a "tray". I had a double burger that seriously tasted like it came off a backyard charcoal grill. The "tray" comes with two sides & the list of sides is fun to look at. I got a side of super tasty onion rings...the batter really stood out. My other side was a corn dog which tasted like it was wrapped in a sweet pancake. And the "tray" also comes with a drink, so I got a coke float. All this for $8. And the woman working the walk up window was very pleasant & helpful. I wish Cook Out had a franchise where I live near Tampa. read more

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The food was okay but the service was not. The person at the window would not speak even when spoken to. Also, they charged me for three large drinks when only two were ordered and there was no attempt to hand out the third drink. Rip off. read more

If I could give this place ZERO STARS I would. Every time I come here the food is hit or miss and whenever I get fries, onion rings etc. they always come out soggy. Who ever the manager is should be ashamed for how they are letting food like that go out that door. read more

My husband & I ordered cookout trays one night for dinner. His box had a hole in the bottom of it. The fries & onion rings were barely cooked, they were so soggy. The chicken nuggets were like rubber. It's unacceptable how bad the food was. He even said the girl at the counter wouldn't even speak when he was placing his order. Terrible food & customer service. We won't be returning. read more

I usually use the drive thru but yesterday (7/2/25) I got off my car to order at the window there was a girl taking my order she had a nasty attitude she didn't even greet me #poorcustomerservice it looked like she didn't even wanted to be there since she kept talking to her friends but taking my order I just removed myself and went somewhere else where hopefully she gets the right training she needs because it was very unprofessional. read more

Worst cookout I've ever been to they got my burger wrong and they always give me cheese bites instead of cheese fries and the chicken wraps were cold read more

I asked specifically for a FRIED sandwich, they gave me a nasty grilled sandwich instead. read more

Cook Out - yucky shit - Burgers Near Me - Wilson, North Carolina

Great Food And the Service Was Great I will definitely visit again soon best late night food in Wilson read more

I love Cook Out. They have one of the best deals for a hamburger, fries, and drink around. You can get the entire combo for about $5.50 including tax. I eat here at least twice a month and the food is consistently very good. If you are looking for fast food, a good deal, quality food, this is the place for you. read more

Cook Out - Burgers Near Me - Wilson, North Carolina

We started coming here over 10 years ago and it was great. A new Cookout with a nice dining room. We came here all the time. With family, friends, church groups. Then "covid happened." They closed their dining room...and it never re-opened. I hardly come here anymore, and when o do I ask the cashier if they're ever going to reopen the dining room. They know nothing. I guess it will remain closed forever. What a shame. read more

I've been to a couple of cook outs but none of them compare it this one. This is our new place to stop while traveling up and down 95. It is almost 4 miles off the highway but it's worth it. They offer an eat in area as well. They are quick at the drive thru as well, even if they are busy. Service is friendly. Food is tasty, fresh and delicious! read more

the person at the walk up window needs to be trained again. i ordered 2 quesadillas and only got one .

Every time I'm in town I always stop at Cook Out for their honey mustard wrap. It's always cooked fresh. The chicken has a nice crunch to it. The tender is just the right size for the wrap. I love it. I also love their onion rings. They are also come hot off the grill. You can never go wrong at Cook Out. I would definitely recommend them. read more

I've eaten at many franchises of this chain, and this was the only negative experience I've had. Portions on the sides were tiny...four onion rings and five cheese curds; unfortunately, my wife and I ordered one tray and one sandwich....expecting the sides to be enough for both of us. Additionally, our drink cup had soda spilled all over the outside of the cup. While we love this chain as fast food goes, this stop was a disappointment. read more

This cookout is always busy. The service isn't bad, it isn't great. But if you're expecting a quick drive thru service don't even consider it. On a peak Friday or Saturday night, 10:00PM-2:00AM expect a minimum of a 20 minute wait. And believe me, Cook Out is good but after sitting in line for 15 minutes without much movement, I have to wonder if the money I spent was worth the time I spent. Usually, that's a fat no. But the quality of the food itself isn't bad. It's just a matter of whether you'd agree to spend $20 on an escape room when you know the prize is a cheesy photograph vs going to Applebee's. This particular cookout is tricky because you know by the end of you getting your food it's like Moses leading his people through the desert and finally getting water - but we have to consider whether that water was the most amazing water that's ever faced this planet or if the isrealites were so desperate for thirst that they would've waited another thousand years. Decent food. Well worth a 10 minute wait. 20 minute wait, which is often typical? Prepare to gauge how dedicated you are to post drunk food. It'll make you learn things about yourself. read more

This reminds me of a Checkers or Rallys of the south. Overall the food was good but not great. I would visit again to check out more items. The BBQ sandwich was good with the slaw. They added Texas Pete hot sauce in the slaw. The bacon cheese and the regular hot dog were both ok. The strawberry milkshake was good. It does taste like a regular vanilla shake with Nestle Strawberry Quik sauce added. The fries were average and the sweet tea was average. The drive thru line was long. I do like the burger because it had a grilled smokey taste to it. The 7 items we ordered was $17.14. The price is good and the food was quick. The staff was friendly. I need to come back to make sure it tastes the same. The menu was pretty large. read more

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Went out of my way on a road trip to eat here because Yelp said it has outdoor seating. Nope.

Manager need to pay more attention to the worker. I stood in line for a good 10 minutes trying to order and one of the employees not ordering just standing there talking about how the two guys were brothers and when I get to the window to order they tell me the guy will come and take my order. Not professional at all. This is the worse Cookout in North Carolina. read more

Good, fast, polite service. Great sandwiches awesome shakes. Cookout is the new Chick-Filet. They get it that you don't want some slug at the counter dealing with customers. People are really quick and courteous. read more

This cookout restaurant is probably my favorite. It has a sit in restaurant so that is a bonus. The food is always fresh and hot. I love their fountain drinks. The restaurant is clean and it's well taken care of. They are consistent and I enjoy eating here. You can't beat the price of their trays. Their double burgers are delicious. I also enjoy eating their coleslaw and onion rings. read more

Great grilled burgers for a fantastic price! I got the huge (1/2 lbs) burger for $2.79 (plus 10 cents for tomato). I instantly knew this isn't a McDonalds, 5 Guys, Sonic or Wendy's burger, since those burger patties are fried. Cook Out offers two thick patties grilled (Huge burger), as the name implies, on a flame grill. The Cook Out in Wilson, NC has a small interior and is very noisy. To Cook Out's credit, they have two or three registers going at once, so the ordering process is quick and the turn around is equally fast. This Cook Out has a sit-down area (not all do), but it was small and hard to get an available seat. Parking spaces are hard to get too. Once the parking fills up, most people park in the Ruby Tuesday's next door. I wonder how long Ruby Tuesday's will allow this before tow trucks are called? This Cook Out beats the fast-food chains by price and taste. I wish there was one in my area! read more

We were driving from ECU to Raleigh after a Thursday night football game and saw a billboard alongside the highway to Cook Out. Being 11pm everything else, except McDonald's was closed within what felt like 50 miles, and we refuse to eat there. With all Cook Out locations open late, we decided to break off the highway and get a bite. It did say it was roughly five miles off the highway, but felt like longer, even though it wasn't. Meanwhile, we weren't the only one who wanted a late night bite. There were several cars in the drive through yet it moved quickly. And, most impressive, they got our order correct, the food was hot and tasted much better than most fast food spots. Cook Out is a staple in many parts of Virginia, North and South Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia now and I don't expect it to slow anytime soon. Where else can you get food that tastes better than McDonald's (by a lot) for cheaper? Come for a inexpensive meal and leave never to return to a McDonald's, guaranteed. read more

I normally wouldn't do a review for a fast food place, but on a recent trip to NC my son swore that Cook Out was the best fast food joint going. Had never been there, so he talked us into it. He may be right. They have a great menu, with burgers, chicken, pulled pork and hot dogs, and tons of different sides. Seemed like a lot of value for what we paid, and the shakes are amazing. They had 30 or 40 flavors. Definitely on my short list for a quick stop in the future. read more

I came here to get a special menu for my mom and my moms is on a special menu. Shannon helped me with it and was very kind and patient. Thanks Shannon read more

Just simply juicy and tasty burger & fries.. peanut butter banana shake... OMG!!!! thebomb.com

Awesome cheese burgers, awesome shakes and fair to middling onion rings, but very edible. For fast food, they are great, Christian based company that hires young local kids and expects them to provide decent customer service. Excellent organization. read more

This was my second time eating at a Cookout. The menu is huge. It's actually a bit overwhelming. The food was great and the prices were, too. This place could definitely give a place like Five Guys a run for their money. More variety, equal if not better quality, and low prices. I wish we had one near us in Virginia Beach! read more

GREAT burgers, and the fries are outstanding. Their shakes are famous, and their hotdogs are awesome. Really good food, served quickly, and at a fair price. Just as good as on your grill or better. read more

Great fast food and actually a good barbeque sandwich which is impressive to me for fast food. Milkshakes are awesome and they have so many varieties. I am definitely a fan!!! read more

Pretty decent burger. Cook out style with the Cole slaw and chili was acceptable, especially for the price. Chili cheese fries were also good. Nothing to complain about. Milkshake was effing awesome. Got the peanut butter fudge and it was like drinking a reeses peanut butter cup. A must try. read more

Good, chirp, hot, and tasted fresh! Milkshake was to thick for our taste...ice cream consistency. But fed a family of 4 for $10!

It's okay..no big deal. Kinda pricey for what you get. Not much different then any other day food place. Lines always slow too.

My new favorite place when I travel! Fast, friendly and delicious. This definitely is a way better option than other quick service restaurants. read more

5 stars for fast food! Good burgers, chicken sandwiches, fries, onion rings & shakes. Polite service & clean. Would go back again when in this area! read more

This place is great. I love the hometown burger and they are a great price. I would definitely go back.

fast.. fresh.. reasonably priced... good good food... what more could you want. the tables are cleaned quickly and the service is great... a quick meal without the hassle... great milkshakes too read more

Cookouts are great restaurants with great prices in general but the service at this one tops them all. Not a better fast food joint in the state. read more