Cookout Atlanta Georgia 2026 – All Locations, Menu, Hours & Tray Prices
The most complete guide to every Cook Out restaurant in Atlanta, GA — all 3 locations with addresses, hours, phone numbers, the full menu with prices and calories, best tray builds, neighborhood guides, and insider ordering tips. Updated June 2026.
Atlanta has three Cook Out locations, all operating as drive-thrus with notoriously late hours — a genuine lifeline for anyone out past midnight in the city. Whether you’re near Midtown, East Atlanta, or the Westside, there’s a Cookout within reach. This guide covers every detail so you know exactly what to expect before you pull up to the window.
All 3 Cookout Atlanta Georgia Locations (2026)
Cook Out currently operates three restaurants in the Atlanta metro area. Here’s a detailed breakdown of each, including amenities, ratings, and direct map links:
10:30 AM – 4:00 AM (Fri–Sun)
10:30 AM – 4:00 AM (Fri–Sun)
10:30 AM – 4:00 AM (Fri–Sun)
Cookout Atlanta Hours of Operation (All Locations, 2026)
All three Cookout Atlanta locations share the same operating hours. They open at 10:30 AM daily and stay open until the early hours of the morning — making Cookout one of the few sit-down style fast-food options available after midnight in Atlanta. For complete operating schedules, check the Cookout Hours guide.
| Monday | 10:30 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
Cookout Atlanta’s late hours make it the top late-night food destination in the city. After 1 AM, the drive-thru queues at all three Atlanta locations are often longer than peak dinner times — it’s a genuine Atlanta institution for late-night eaters.
🍔 Char-Grilled Hamburgers
| Burger | Size | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🍔 Cook Out Style | Regular | $3.99 | 580 cal |
| 🍔 Cook Out Style | Large | $4.99 | 810 cal |
| 🍔 Big Double Burger | — | $3.49 | 660 cal |
| 🍔 Hamburger | — | $1.39 | 460 cal |
| 🥩 Steak Style | Regular | $3.99 | 560 cal |
| 🥩 Steak Style | Large | $4.99 | 780 cal |
| 🧀 Cheddar Style | Regular | $3.99 | 700 cal |
| 🧀 Cheddar Style | Large | $4.99 | 920 cal |
| 🤠 Out West Style | Regular | $3.99 | 670 cal |
| 🤠 Out West Style | Large | $4.99 | 890 cal |
🍗 Char-Grilled Chicken Breast
| Style | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🍗 Original Style | $4.85 | 430 cal | Grilled, simple |
| 🥓 Club Style | $4.99 | 570 cal | Bacon + cheese added |
| 🔥 BBQ Style | $4.85 | 380 cal | Lowest calorie chicken |
| 🧀 Cheddar Style | $4.99 | 510 cal | Cheese added |
| 🌶️ Cajun Style | $4.85 | 450 cal | Best spicy option |
🌶️ Crispy & Spicy Chicken Breast Fillet
| Style | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Spicy Style Filet | $4.99 | 450 cal |
| Cheese Style Filet | $5.79 | 640 cal |
🍗 Homemade-Style Chicken Strips
| Item | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Strips (3 pieces) | $4.99 | 660 cal | Includes sauce choice |
| Chicken Strip Sandwich | $4.99 | 680 cal | On toasted bun |
| Chicken Strips Club | $5.99 | 850 cal | Bacon, cheese added |
🌮 Quesadillas
| Quesadilla | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 🧀 Cheese Quesadilla | $1.99 | 180 cal |
| 🍗 Chicken Quesadilla | $1.99 | 220 cal |
🍖 Chopped Pork BBQ
| Item | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chopped Pork BBQ Sandwich | $3.99 | 370 cal | NC-style vinegar BBQ |
| Chopped Pork BBQ Plate | $5.99 | 980 cal | With 2 sides |
🌭 Char-Grilled Hot Dogs
| Hot Dog | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 🌭 Char-Grilled Hot Dog (plain) | $0.99 | 260 cal |
| 🌭 Cook Out Style Hot Dog | $2.99 | 390 cal |
| 🥓 Bacon Cheddar Hot Dog | $1.99 | 523 cal |
| 🌮 Mexi Style Hot Dog | $1.69 | 385 cal |
🌯 Wraps
| Wrap | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crispy Chicken Ranch Wrap | $1.99 | 520 cal | Available as tray side |
| Crispy Chicken Cajun Wrap | $1.99 | 500 cal | Best spicy wrap |
| Crispy Chicken Honey Mustard Wrap | $1.99 | 510 cal | Most popular wrap |
| 🥓 Bacon Wrap | $1.99 | 420 cal | Unique — bacon-wrapped hot dog |
🍟 Sides
| Side | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Fries | $2.39 | 347 cal |
| Large Fries | $3.49 | 694 cal |
| Cajun Fries | $2.99 | 360 cal |
| Hush Puppies | $1.99 | 300 cal |
| Onion Rings | $2.39 | 130 cal |
| Corn Dog | $1.99 | 220 cal |
| Coleslaw | $1.49 | 100 cal |
| White Cheddar Bites | $2.49 | 190 cal |
| Chicken Nuggets | $1.99 | 150 cal |
| Chili | $1.49 | 170 cal |
🥤 Drinks & Milkshakes
| Item | Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Drink (Large) | $1.39 | 150–290 cal | Coke products, sweet tea |
| Fresh Brewed Sweet Tea (Huge) | $2.39 | 390 cal | Southern-style sweet tea |
| Dasani Water (20 oz) | $1.49 | 0 cal | Best low-cal option |
| Cheerwine / Coke Float | $2.49 | 380 cal | Regional favorite |
| Milkshake (Regular, 40+ flavors) | $3.99 | 510–900 cal | Included with tray |
| Milkshake (Fancy Upgrade) | +$1.60 | 600–1,000 cal | Add-on for tray orders |
Cookout Tray at Atlanta — Prices, Options & Best Builds
The Cookout Tray is the main reason regulars keep coming back. For one low price, you get a main item, two sides, and a large drink or milkshake — a combination that beats virtually every fast-food value deal in Atlanta.
| Regular Cookout Tray — $7.39 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Category | Options | Calories |
| Main (pick 1) | Big Double Burger | 660 cal |
| Cook Out Style Burger (Regular) | 580 cal | |
| 3 Chicken Strips | 660 cal | |
| BBQ Char-Grilled Chicken | 380 cal | |
| Cajun Chicken | 450 cal | |
| Spicy Chicken Fillet | 450 cal | |
| Chopped Pork BBQ | 370 cal | |
| 2 Hot Dogs | 520 cal | |
| 2 Quesadillas (Chicken or Cheese) | 440–520 cal | |
| Chicken Strip Sandwich | 680 cal | |
| Sides (pick 2 or double) | 🥓 Bacon Wrap | 420 cal |
| Fries | 347 cal | |
| Cajun Fries | 360 cal | |
| Hush Puppies | 300 cal | |
| Onion Rings | 130 cal | |
| Corn Dog | 220 cal | |
| Chicken Nuggets | 150 cal | |
| White Cheddar Bites | 190 cal | |
| Coleslaw / Chili | 100–170 cal | |
| Chicken Wrap (any style) | 500–520 cal | |
| Drink (pick 1) | Large Fountain Drink | 290 cal |
| Huge Sweet Tea | 390 cal | |
| Dasani Water (0 cal) | 0 cal | |
| Cheerwine / Coke Float | 380 cal | |
| Regular Milkshake (any of 40+ flavors) | 510–900 cal | |
| Junior Cookout Tray — $6.39 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Category | Options | Calories |
| Main (pick 1) | Small Burger | 240 cal |
| 2 Chicken Strips | 440 cal | |
| 2 Corn Dogs | 440 cal | |
| BLT Sandwich | 400 cal | |
| 1 Hot Dog | 260 cal | |
| 1 Chicken/Cheese Quesadilla | 180–220 cal | |
| Sides | Same side options as Regular Tray (pick 2) | |
| Drink | Same drink options as Regular Tray (pick 1) | |
🏆 Best Cookout Tray Builds for Atlanta
Best value: Big Double Burger + Bacon Wrap + Fries + Milkshake = one of the best fast-food value meals in Atlanta at $7.39
Best low-calorie: BBQ Char-Grilled Chicken + Onion Rings + Coleslaw + Water = ~610 cal total
Best for spice lovers: Cajun Chicken + Cajun Fries + Hush Puppies + Sweet Tea
Best late-night: Cook Out Style Burger + Cheese Fries + Bacon Wrap + Chocolate Milkshake
Regular Tray: $7.39 · Junior Tray: $6.39Most Popular Items at Cookout Atlanta
Based on consistent fan feedback across all three Atlanta locations, these are the items Atlanta customers order most:
Atlanta Neighborhood Guide — Which Cookout is Closest to You?
Atlanta’s three Cookout locations cover a wide stretch of the city. Here’s a breakdown of which location serves which neighborhoods, so you’re not guessing at the drive-thru:
- Georgia Tech students — Northside Dr is a 5–10 minute drive from campus. Open until 3:30 AM Mon–Thu makes it the default post-study or post-game stop.
- Late-night Atlanta (after midnight) — The Ponce De Leon location is centrally located relative to Midtown bars and is one of the most trafficked after-midnight drive-thrus in the city.
- East Atlanta Village bar scene — Moreland Ave is literally at the edge of EAV. After a show at 529 or a night at Earl’s, this is the closest drive-thru still running at 2 AM.
- Families in Grant Park / Kirkwood — The Moreland Ave location has dine-in seating and outdoor seating — the most family-friendly setup of the three Atlanta locations.
Insider Ordering Tips for Cookout Atlanta
Things regulars know that first-timers don’t — these tips will make your Cookout Atlanta visit better:
- Always order the tray. The math always favors the tray. A burger + 2 sides + drink ordered separately costs more than the $7.39 tray every single time.
- The Bacon Wrap as a tray side is the best-kept secret at any Cookout. Add it as one of your two sides when ordering any burger main — you essentially get a second protein item for free.
- Hush puppies + honey mustard is the most beloved unlisted pairing at all Atlanta Cookout locations. Order hush puppies as a side and ask for a honey mustard cup.
- The milkshake upgrade ($1.60 on top of the tray) gives you a Fancy Milkshake instead of a regular one. If you’re getting a milkshake anyway, this is almost always worth it.
- Peak wait times at Atlanta locations are typically 12–2 AM on Friday and Saturday nights. If you’re in a rush, aim for before midnight or after 2:30 AM when the queue shortens.
- Ask for Cajun seasoning on regular fries at the Northside Dr and Moreland Ave locations — some Atlanta staff will accommodate this, giving you effectively Cajun fries at the regular price.
- The Cook Out Style burger comes with the Special Sauce by default. If you want a different topping profile, specify at the window — all Atlanta locations will customize on request.
- Delivery is available at Northside Dr and Moreland Ave (not Ponce De Leon) through third-party apps. Prices are slightly higher than in-store, and the drive-thru is almost always faster if you’re nearby.
Delivery & Payment Options at Cookout Atlanta
| Location | Delivery | Drive-Thru | Dine-In | Payment Accepted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northside Dr NW | ✔ Available | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | Credit, Debit, Cash, Apple Pay* |
| Ponce De Leon Ave NE | ✖ Not available | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | Credit, Debit, Cash |
| Moreland Ave SE | ✔ Available | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | Credit, Debit, Cash, Apple Pay* |
*Apple Pay / contactless payment availability varies. Confirm at the window. Delivery is via DoorDash and Uber Eats at participating locations.
Why is Cookout So Popular in Atlanta?
Cook Out was founded in 1989 in Mooresville, North Carolina, and has grown to become one of the most beloved regional fast-food chains in the Southeast. Its expansion into Atlanta brought something the city didn’t have: a drive-thru with genuinely good Southern-style food, open until 3–4 AM, at prices that haven’t kept pace with inflation the way competitors have.
The three things Atlanta loves most about Cookout:
- Price. A complete meal — burger, two sides, large drink — for $7.39. In Atlanta’s increasingly expensive restaurant landscape, this is genuinely rare.
- Hours. 3:30–4:00 AM closing times across all three Atlanta locations. Almost nothing else in the city at any price point serves hot food that late.
- The milkshakes. 40+ flavors including Cheesecake, Banana Pudding, Oreo Mint, and Peach Cobbler — flavors that no other chain offers. Many Atlanta customers make the trip just for the milkshakes.
Frequently Asked Questions — Cookout Atlanta Georgia
Does Atlanta have a Cookout?
Yes — Atlanta has three Cook Out locations: 1112 Northside Dr NW (30318) on the Westside, 544 Ponce De Leon Ave NE (30308) near Midtown, and 403 Moreland Ave SE (30316) in East Atlanta. All three have drive-thrus and are open until at least 3:30 AM.
What time does Cookout Atlanta close?
All three Cookout Atlanta locations close at 3:30 AM Monday through Thursday, and at 4:00 AM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. They all open at 10:30 AM daily. Hours may change on major holidays — call ahead to confirm.
How much is a Cookout tray in Atlanta?
A Regular Cookout Tray in Atlanta costs $7.39 and includes a main item, two sides (from a list of 10+ options), and a large drink or milkshake. The Junior Tray costs $6.39 with smaller main options. A Fancy Milkshake upgrade costs an additional $1.60.
Does Cookout Atlanta deliver?
Delivery is available at the Northside Dr NW and Moreland Ave SE locations via DoorDash and Uber Eats. The Ponce De Leon Ave location does not currently offer delivery. Delivery prices are slightly higher than in-store. The drive-thru is faster if you’re within 10 minutes of a location.
Does Cookout Atlanta have vegetarian options?
Cookout Atlanta has limited vegetarian options. The Cheese Quesadilla (180 cal, $1.99) is vegetarian. Coleslaw, onion rings, fries, hush puppies, and corn dogs are also vegetarian. Cookout does not currently offer a veggie burger. Cross-contact with meat products is possible in shared kitchen environments.
What are the best milkshake flavors at Cookout Atlanta?
Cookout offers 40+ milkshake flavors. The most popular at Atlanta locations include Banana Pudding, Cheesecake, Oreo Mint, Peach Cobbler, Strawberry Cheesecake, and classic Chocolate. The Cheerwine Float is also a regional favorite unique to the Southeast. All flavors are available on the regular shake ($3.99) or as a Fancy Shake upgrade ($5.59 with tray).
Is Cookout Atlanta gluten-free friendly?
Some Cookout items are naturally gluten-free, including the char-grilled chicken breast (without the bun), coleslaw, and certain sauces. However, Cookout uses shared kitchen equipment and cannot guarantee the absence of cross-contact. Anyone with celiac disease or a severe gluten allergy should consult with staff before ordering and exercise caution.
Why is Cookout so cheap compared to other fast food in Atlanta?
Cookout keeps prices low primarily through its drive-thru-only or drive-thru-dominant model (lower overhead), its Southeast regional focus (no expensive national franchise system), and its company-owned structure rather than franchising. Cook Out is a privately held company headquartered in Winston-Salem, NC, and is not publicly traded — meaning it doesn’t face the same investor pressure to raise prices that publicly traded chains do.
Which Cookout Atlanta location has the shortest wait times?
Based on customer reports, the Northside Dr NW location typically has shorter waits during daytime hours. The Ponce De Leon Ave location sees the longest queues on Friday and Saturday nights between 12–2 AM due to its central Midtown location. The Moreland Ave SE location is the most consistent for late-night speed in the East Atlanta area.
Is Cookout expanding in Atlanta in 2026?
As of June 2026, Cook Out has not officially announced additional Atlanta-area locations. Cook Out has been expanding steadily in the Southeast and into new states, but the company does not typically pre-announce locations far in advance. Check cookout.com for the latest location news.
