Cook Out restaurant on S Irby St in Florence SC with a stone front, red roof and Cook Out Fresh Hamburgers sign

Cookout Florence SC 2026 with Locations, Hours and Menu Prices

By Tom Sietsema · Store details checked October 2026 · Not affiliated with Cook Out

Florence has 2 Cookout restaurants, on S Irby St and W Lucas St near I-95, plus 4 more within about 30 miles. Both open at 10:30 AM, the S Irby St store stays open until 3 AM (4 AM on weekends), and a Cookout Tray costs about $7.99.

  • 2Florence stores
  • 6Area stores
  • 10:30 AMOpens
  • $7.99Tray

Do you want bold flavors and want to be a little bit Southern? From smoky BBQ to more than 40 milkshake flavors, Cookout Florence, SC, hits the nail on the head! Locals of Florence love it for its low prices, short wait times and late hours, and it is a go-to hangout spot for Florence’s food lovers.

No matter how long you are in town, or even if you are just passing through on I-95, there is a Cookout close by. In this guide, you will find both Florence stores with their real hours, the other Cookouts near Florence, menu prices and calories, and tips for ordering.

Quick answer: Florence has 2 Cookout restaurants: 2007 S Irby St, open 10:30 AM to 3 AM (4 AM Friday and Saturday), and 2112 W Lucas St near I-95, open 10:30 AM to 2 AM (3 AM Friday and Saturday). The next closest Cookout is in Hartsville, about 21 miles away.

Cookout Florence SC Locations

Cook Out’s official store locator lists 2 restaurants in Florence. Both have a drive-thru, and the S Irby St store stays open 1 hour later every night.

Cookout S Irby St

South Florence on US-52, near E Grace Dr

Open until 3 AM
Address
2007 S Irby St, Florence, SC 29505
Sun to Thu
10:30 AM to 3 AM
Fri and Sat
10:30 AM to 4 AM
Phone
843-662-3940
Pay with
Cash, credit and debit cards

Good for: South Florence and the latest late-night meal in town

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Cookout W Lucas St

Near I-95 exit 164, by the hotels

Next to I-95
Address
2112 W Lucas St, Florence, SC 29501
Sun to Thu
10:30 AM to 2 AM
Fri and Sat
10:30 AM to 3 AM
Phone
1-866-547-0011 (Cook Out)
Pay with
Cash, credit and debit cards

Good for: I-95 travelers and hotel guests near exit 164

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Addresses are from Cook Out’s official store locator. Hours and phone numbers are from each store’s Google listing, checked October 2026. Hours can change on holidays, so check before a late-night trip. For star ratings and reviews, see each store on Google Maps. Store photo at the top of this page via Google Street View.

Note: some websites list a third Florence Cookout on S Court St. Cook Out’s store locator has no such store, and the address those sites show belongs to a store in Conway.

Which Cookout in Florence Is Closest to You?

If You Are In or NearClosest Cookout
South Florence, US-52 and E Grace DrS Irby St
Downtown Florence and Francis Marion UniversityS Irby St
I-95, exit 164 and the W Lucas St hotelsW Lucas St
Late night after 2 AMS Irby St, open until 3 AM (4 AM Friday and Saturday)

Pick the store by where you are coming from. Driving time can change with traffic on I-95 and US-52.

Cookout Locations Near Florence SC

Cook Out has 4 more restaurants within about 30 miles of Florence. Hours vary by store, so check the table before you go.

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StoreAddressMiles from FlorenceHours
Hartsville626 5th St, Hartsville, SC 2955021Until 2 AM (3:30 AM Friday and Saturday)
Mullins105 Market St, Mullins, SC 2957424Until 2 AM (3 AM Friday and Saturday)
Dillon379 Radford Blvd, Dillon, SC 2953628Until 2 AM (3 AM Friday and Saturday)
Bennettsville109 Hwy 15-401 Bypass W, Bennettsville, SC 2951229Until 2 AM (3 AM Friday and Saturday)

Addresses are from Cook Out’s official store locator and hours from each store’s Google listing (October 2026). Every store opens at 10:30 AM. Miles are straight-line from downtown Florence. Cook Out has 52 open restaurants across South Carolina, with 1 more coming soon. See them all on our Cookout Locations page, or our Cookout Conway SC guide if you are heading to the coast.

Map of the 6 Cookout stores within 30 miles of Florence SC with weeknight closing times, from S Irby St and W Lucas St to Hartsville, Mullins, Dillon and Bennettsville

Cook Out Hours of Operation in Florence SC

Hunger doesn’t keep to 9 to 5, so Cookout Florence stays open late. Both stores open at 10:30 AM every day.

DayS Irby StW Lucas St
Monday10:30 AM to 3 AM10:30 AM to 2 AM
Tuesday10:30 AM to 3 AM10:30 AM to 2 AM
Wednesday10:30 AM to 3 AM10:30 AM to 2 AM
Thursday10:30 AM to 3 AM10:30 AM to 2 AM
Friday10:30 AM to 4 AM10:30 AM to 3 AM
Saturday10:30 AM to 4 AM10:30 AM to 3 AM
Sunday10:30 AM to 3 AM10:30 AM to 2 AM

From each store’s Google listing (October 2026). Friday and Saturday times run past midnight into the next morning. Holiday hours can be shorter. See our Cookout Hours and Cookout Christmas Hours pages.

Cookout Menu at Florence SC with Prices and Calories

Florence’s Cookout restaurants serve the same menu as other stores: chopped pork BBQ, char-grilled burgers, hot dogs and chicken, quesadillas, wraps, sides, fancy milkshakes, floats and trays. Here are the most popular items.

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ItemPriceCalories
Cookout Tray (main, 2 sides, drink)$7.99Varies
Jr. Tray$6.99Varies
Big Double Burger$2.99 to $4.39330
Regular Burger$2.79 to $4.39328
Huge Burger$3.39516
Char-Grilled Chicken Sandwich$3.39 to $4.99377
Spicy Chicken Sandwich$3.39 to $4.99446
Chicken Strips (3 pc)$3.39 to $4.99660
BBQ Sandwich$4.99368
BBQ Plate$5.99976
Hot Dog$0.99 to $2.19260
Cook Out Style Hot Dog$1.85 to $3.19383
Chicken Quesadilla$2.39220
Bacon Wrap$0.99 to $1.99419
Regular Fries$2.69 to $2.99347
White Cheddar Cheese Bites$3.99380
Walkin’ Taco$3.99370
Milkshakes (40+ flavors)$2.79 to $3.99538 to 925
Coke or Cheerwine Float$1.79399 to 401
New York-Style Cheesecake$1.99360
Fresh Brewed Sweet Tea (Huge Tea)$1.99 to $2.49236 to 390

Prices and calories match our full Cookout menu (October 2026), which uses Cook Out’s official nutrition guide for calories. Florence stores can charge a little more or less, so check the menu board. See every item on our Cookout Tray Menu, Milkshake Menu, BBQ Menu, Drinks Menu and Desserts Menu pages.

Counting calories? Build your tray in our Cookout Calorie Calculator or check full nutrition facts on our Cookout Nutrition page.

Hot Selling Items at Cook Out Florence SC

Here are the popular menu items at Cookout Florence: juicy burgers, crispy sides and creamy milkshakes, with the same prices as our full menu. Hot dogs, fries and milkshakes are three of the best sellers.

  • Cook Out Tray with a burger, hushpuppies, onion rings and a drink

    Cook Out Tray

    $ 7.99 Cal varies

    1 main, 2 sides and a large drink

    Cook Out’s signature combo meal

  • Cook Out Big Double Burger

    Big Double Burger

    $ 2.99–4.39 330 Cal

    Two char-grilled patties with your choice of style

    A top Tray main in fan discussions on Reddit

  • Cook Out Cheddar Style Hamburger

    Cheddar Style Burger

    +$ 0.99 +233 Cal

    Cheddar cheese, bacon, grilled onions and mayo on any burger

    A fan favorite for a loaded burger

  • Cook Out Cajun Style chicken sandwich

    Cajun Style Chicken Breast

    $ 3.39–4.99 377 Cal

    Char-grilled with Cajun seasoning, Texas Pete, lettuce, tomato and mayo

    A bold char-grilled chicken pick

  • Cook Out BBQ Plate

    BBQ Plate

    $ 5.99 976 Cal

    Chopped pork BBQ with homemade slaw, fries and hushpuppies

    A Southern classic fans pair with a Cheerwine Float

  • Cook Out Chicken Strips

    Chicken Strips (3 pc)

    $ 3.39–4.99 660 Cal

    Homemade style strips with choice of sauce

    Fans often add quesadillas as Tray sides

  • Cook Out Chicken Quesadilla

    Chicken Quesadilla

    $ 2.39 220 Cal

    Chicken and melted cheese (order of 2: 449 Cal)

    The #1 most-viewed Cook Out item on FastFoodNutrition.org

  • Cook Out homemade-style hushpuppies

    Hushpuppies

    $ 0.99–1.99 600 Cal

    Homemade style, side size 300 Cal

    A classic Southern side for any Tray

  • Cook Out Cajun Fries

    Cajun Fries

    $ 2.69–2.99 347 Cal

    Regular fries with Cajun seasoning, on request

    A favorite Tray side among fans

  • Cook Out Oreo milkshake

    Fan-Favorite Milkshakes

    $ 2.79–3.99 638–802 Cal

    Oreo, Banana Pudding, and Orange Push-up are fan favorites

    Many locations will mix two flavors for you

See more on our Hot Dogs, Cookout Burgers and Milkshake Menu pages.

Customer Review on Cookout Florence SC

Customer reviews at Cook Out in Florence, SC, are mixed. A lot of people like the big menu, the low prices and the friendly service. Some reviews say the staff is nice and friendly and the food is always fresh, and the customer service gets an A+.

However, some customers report inconsistent food quality and service, and slow lines at busy times. On Google, the S Irby St store rates a little higher than the W Lucas St store. On the whole, diners enjoy the variety and value at Cook Out Florence, but it is a good idea to check your order before you drive away.

Cookout in Florence History

The S Irby St store was Cook Out’s 100th restaurant, according to the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. In December 2021, the Chamber reported that a second Florence store was coming to 2112 W Lucas St, near I-95.

  • The first storeCook Out opens its 100th restaurant on S Irby St in Florence.
  • December 2021A second Florence store is announced for 2112 W Lucas St, near I-95.
  • September 2024Cook Out buys the former Lidl on W Palmetto St for $4.75 million, as reported by The Post and Courier.
  • May 2026Local news, including WMBF, reports that Florence 1 Schools plans to buy the former Lidl site for an aquatic center.
  • Today2 stores in Florence, 6 within about 30 miles and 52 open in South Carolina.

Tips for Ordering at Cookout Florence

  • Use the drive-thru for the fastest service, especially late at night.
  • Driving on I-95? The W Lucas St store is right by exit 164.
  • Know your tray before you reach the speaker: one main, two sides and a drink.
  • Swap the drink for a milkshake or float to make your tray a dessert deal. A shake swap may cost extra.
  • Bring a card or cash. Cook Out doesn’t have its own app or delivery.
  • After 2 AM, head to S Irby St, since W Lucas St closes earlier.

Want delivery? Some stores show up on delivery apps. See our Cookout Delivery guide. Want to try something off the menu? See our Cookout Secret Menu, or our Cookout Careers guide if you want to work at a Florence store.

Cookout in Other Cities

Traveling around the Southeast? See our guides to Cookout in other cities, or find every store on our locations page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Both Florence stores have a drive-thru. S Irby St is open until 3 AM (4 AM Friday and Saturday) and W Lucas St until 2 AM (3 AM Friday and Saturday).

Two: 2007 S Irby St and 2112 W Lucas St. There is no Cookout on S Court St.

S Irby St closes at 3 AM (4 AM Friday and Saturday). W Lucas St closes at 2 AM (3 AM Friday and Saturday).

Both Florence stores open at 10:30 AM every day.

The W Lucas St store at 2112 W Lucas St, near exit 164.

Hot dogs, fries and Cookout milkshakes are three of the top sellers, along with the Cookout Tray and Big Double Burger.

Yes. All Cookout restaurants in Florence and everywhere else share the same menu, including trays, BBQ, burgers, hot dogs, chicken, shakes and drinks. Prices can vary a little by store.

About $7.99 for a regular tray and $6.99 for a Jr. Tray. Prices can vary a little by store.

Yes, a few. The Cheese Quesadilla, fries, onion rings, cheese bites, hushpuppies, milkshakes and floats have no meat. See our Cookout Vegan Options and Cookout Allergen Menu pages for details.

Yes. The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce reported that the S Irby St store was Cook Out’s 100th restaurant.

Not right now. Cook Out bought the former Lidl on W Palmetto St in 2024, but in May 2026 local news reported that Florence 1 Schools plans to buy the site for an aquatic center.

Cook Out doesn’t run its own delivery. Some stores appear on third-party delivery apps, so check the app for your address.

Hartsville, at 626 5th St, about 21 miles away. Mullins, Dillon and Bennettsville are each about 24 to 29 miles away.

No. Cook Out started in North Carolina and now has restaurants in 11 states across the Southeast, including Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia, Kentucky and Florida.

Cook Out’s store locator lists 52 open restaurants in South Carolina, with 1 more coming soon in Seneca.

Conclusion

Cookout Florence, SC serves delicious, budget-friendly burgers, BBQ and chicken strips. It has all the milkshakes you could want, and its tasty sides make it a nice place to satisfy any craving. It is a good place for a great price on a satisfying meal, too.

With 2 stores in town and hours that run until 2 AM or later, there is almost always one open near you. Pick the store closest to you above, plan your tray, and see the full Cookout menu before you go.