📍 Statesville, North Carolina • 1 Store in Town • 8 More Within 25 Miles • 2026
Cook Out Statesville NC — Location, Hours & Menu (2026)
Statesville has one Cook Out: 181 Turnersburg Hwy. on US-21, about a quarter mile north of I-40 exit 151. Mooresville, Sherrills Ford, Conover and Mocksville are the next closest, all within 20 miles.
Most Cook Outs open 10:30 AM and serve until about 3 AM, 4 AM Fri–Sat. Cookout Tray about $7.39–$7.99.
This guide covers the Cook Out on Turnersburg Highway in Statesville and the eight nearest stores around Lake Norman, Catawba County and Davie County. It includes directions from each part of Iredell County, interstate tips for I-40 and I-77 travelers, late-night hours and ordering advice.
Last verified: October 2026 | Sources: Cook Out store locator (October 2026), AARoads I-77 guide, iExit I-40 exit 151 listing
How Many Cook Out Locations Are in Statesville, NC?
Statesville has one Cook Out, at 181 Turnersburg Hwy., Statesville, NC 28625. It is on US-21 about 0.3 miles north of I-40 exit 151. That is the only Statesville address on Cook Out’s store locator as of October 2026, and no new store is listed as coming soon within 30 miles.
Older pages list Statesville stores at 1215 Turnersburg Hwy. and 1516 Davie Ave. Neither matches Cook Out’s locator. The real store is at 181 Turnersburg Hwy., close to the interstate on the north side of town.
If you are south of town or on the lake, the Mooresville store on West Plaza Drive is about 13 miles from downtown Statesville. Sherrills Ford, Conover and Mocksville are all within 20 miles.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Statesville stores | 1 (181 Turnersburg Hwy.) |
| Interstate access | I-40 exit 151 (US-21), about 0.3 miles |
| More stores within 25 miles | 8 |
| Coming soon nearby | None listed within 30 miles |
| Open Cook Outs in North Carolina | 144 |
Where Is the Cook Out in Statesville, and What Is Nearby?
Statesville’s Cook Out is on Turnersburg Highway (US-21) by I-40. Eight more stores are within about 25 miles in Mooresville, Sherrills Ford, Conover, Mocksville, Cornelius, Hickory and Denver. Addresses come from the Cook Out store locator, October 2026. Distances are measured from downtown Statesville.
| Area | Stores | Cities | Main roads |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inside Statesville | 1 | Statesville | I-40 • I-77 • US-21 (Turnersburg Hwy.) |
| Lake Norman (south) | 3 | Mooresville, Sherrills Ford, Cornelius | I-77 • NC-150 • Catawba Ave. |
| Catawba Valley & Lincoln County (west) | 4 | Conover, Hickory, Denver | I-40 • US-70 • NC-73 |
| Davie County (east) | 1 | Mocksville | I-40 • US-601 |
1. Inside Statesville — 1 Cook Out location
The store is on the US-21 corridor just north of I-40, about 2.4 miles from downtown Statesville. US-21 runs north from the I-40 interchange toward Turnersburg and Harmony. I-77 crosses I-40 just east of here, so the store is a short hop from both interstates.
Cook Out Statesville
181 Turnersburg Hwy., Statesville, NC 28625
About 0.3 miles north of I-40 exit 151 on US-21
2. Lake Norman (south) — 3 Cook Out locations
Head south on I-77 for Mooresville and Cornelius, or take NC-150 toward Sherrills Ford on the west side of the lake. These stores are 13 to 21 miles from Statesville.
Cook Out Mooresville
355 West Plaza Drive, Mooresville, NC 28117
About 13 miles south on West Plaza Drive in Mooresville
Cook Out Sherrills Ford
7930 Bradley Long Dr, Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
About 15 miles southwest, on the west side of Lake Norman
Cook Out Cornelius
20220 W Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC 28031
About 21 miles south on West Catawba Avenue near I-77
3. Catawba Valley & Lincoln County (west) — 4 Cook Out locations
I-40 west leads to Conover and Hickory in Catawba County. Denver, in Lincoln County, is on the west side of Lake Norman. These stores are 19 to 25 miles out.
Cook Out Conover
460 E. Conover Blvd, Conover, NC 28613
About 19 miles west on East Conover Blvd. in Catawba County
Cook Out Hickory – US-70
1935 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory, NC 28602
About 24 miles west on US-70 SE in Hickory
Cook Out Hickory – Center St.
1710 N. Center Street, Hickory, NC 28601
About 25 miles west on North Center Street in north Hickory
Cook Out Denver
7519 Hwy 73, Denver, NC 28037
About 24 miles southwest on NC-73 in Lincoln County
4. Davie County (east) — 1 Cook Out location
I-40 east crosses the Yadkin River into Davie County. Mocksville is about 19.5 miles from downtown Statesville and is the closest store for eastern Iredell County.
Cook Out Mocksville
1562 Yadkinville Road, Mocksville, NC 27028
About 19.5 miles east on Yadkinville Road (US-601) in Mocksville
Which Cook Out Is Closest to Me in Iredell County?
Most of Statesville, plus northern Iredell, is closest to Turnersburg Highway. Southern Iredell around Troutman and Mooresville is closer to the Mooresville store. Use the table as a quick guide, and check your map app if you are near a county line.
| If you are in… | Closest Cook Out | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Statesville, Mitchell Community College | 181 Turnersburg Hwy. | North on Center St. (US-21) past I-40 |
| Harmony, Turnersburg, north Iredell | 181 Turnersburg Hwy. | US-21 south |
| West Statesville, Statesville Regional Airport | 181 Turnersburg Hwy. | I-40 east to exit 151 |
| East Statesville, I-77 / Broad St. area | 181 Turnersburg Hwy. | I-77 north to I-40 west, exit 151 |
| Troutman, Lake Norman State Park | Statesville or Mooresville (about equal) | US-21 or I-77 |
| Mooresville, Lake Norman | 355 West Plaza Dr., Mooresville | Local roads near NC-150 |
| Catawba, Claremont, Newton | 460 E. Conover Blvd., Conover | I-40 west |
| Cool Spring, Davie County line | 1562 Yadkinville Rd., Mocksville | I-40 east to US-601 |
Troutman sits between Statesville and Mooresville on US-21 and I-77, so the choice there depends on which side of town you start from. Lake Norman State Park, on the north end of the lake near Troutman, is roughly as close to one store as the other.
Is There a Cook Out Near I-40 and I-77 in Statesville?
Yes. The Statesville Cook Out is about 0.3 miles north of I-40 exit 151 on US-21, close to where I-40 and I-77 cross. That makes it one of the easiest Cook Outs to reach from either interstate in the Piedmont.
| Road | Exit | Cook Out tip |
|---|---|---|
| I-40 (east–west) | Exit 151, US-21 | Go north on US-21 about 0.3 miles |
| I-77 (north–south) | Exit 51, I-40 | Take I-40 west one exit to exit 151 |
| I-77 north of town | Exit 54, US-21 (Turnersburg Hwy.) | Follow US-21 south toward I-40 |
| US-70 | I-77 exit 49A | Runs southeast toward Salisbury; Salisbury has its own store |
| US-21 (Turnersburg Hwy.) | North side of town | The store’s own road |
Statesville is where I-40 between Hickory and Winston-Salem meets I-77 between Charlotte and Virginia. Travelers on either highway can pull off, get food and be back on the interstate in a few minutes.
Heading south toward Charlotte, you can also stop in Mooresville or Cornelius off I-77. Heading west toward the mountains, the Conover and Hickory stores are near I-40. Heading east toward Winston-Salem, Mocksville is the next store at US-601.
Is There a Cook Out Near Mitchell Community College?
Yes. Mitchell Community College is in downtown Statesville, about 2.4 miles south of the Turnersburg Highway Cook Out. Students can head north on Center Street, which becomes US-21, past I-40 to reach it.
Mitchell Community CollegeThe main campus is in downtown Statesville. The Turnersburg Hwy. store is the nearest Cook Out for a late-night meal after evening classes.
Iredell Memorial HospitalNight-shift staff and visitors at Iredell Health System’s Statesville hospital can reach Cook Out in a short drive, and it serves well past most kitchens’ closing times.
Fort Dobbs State Historic SiteThe French and Indian War–era fort site north of town is a popular day trip. Cook Out on US-21 is on the way back toward I-40.
Lake NormanBoaters and campers on the north end of the lake can use Statesville or Mooresville, depending on which side they are on.
Statesville also hosts weekend events and travel-center traffic that keep the drive-thru busy late. Truckers and road-trippers on I-40 and I-77 make up a big share of after-midnight orders.
What Time Does Cook Out Close in Statesville?
Most Cook Out restaurants open at 10:30 AM and close around 3 AM Sunday through Thursday and around 4 AM on Friday and Saturday. Hours vary by store and can change on holidays, so check the Turnersburg Hwy. store’s Google Maps listing or call before a very late trip.
| Day | Typical open | Typical close |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday–Thursday | 10:30 AM | About 3:00 AM |
| Friday–Saturday | 10:30 AM | About 4:00 AM |
| Holidays | Varies | Some stores close early or close for the day |
Most Cook Outs are drive-thru and walk-up only, with no indoor dining room. Plan to eat in your car or take your food home.
The busiest times are the lunch hour, early evening and late weekend nights. Interstate traffic can bring extra rushes on Friday and holiday travel days. If the line is long and you are heading south, Mooresville is about 20 minutes down I-77.
What Should I Order at Cook Out in Statesville, and How Much Does It Cost?
Order the Cookout Tray: an entree, two sides and a drink for about $7.39–$7.99. It is the best-value meal on the menu, and you can swap the drink for a milkshake for a small upcharge.
- Cookout Tray: about $7.39–$7.99 (entree + 2 sides + drink)
- Jr. Tray: from about $5.29
- Milkshakes: about $3.99, 40+ flavors
- Cheerwine: the cherry soda made in nearby Salisbury
- Payment: cash and cards accepted
Tray entrees include burgers, hot dogs, chicken strips, barbecue, chicken sandwiches, wraps and quesadillas. Sides include fries, onion rings, hush puppies, chili, slaw, corn dogs and nuggets. Hungry customers often order a second entree as a side.
Cheerwine has a local tie. It was created in Salisbury, about 25 miles east of Statesville on US-70, in 1917. Cook Out pours it at its fountains and offers it in a float.
See the Cook Out tray menu, the burger menu, the milkshake menu and the drinks menu for full details. The calorie calculator can help you build a lighter tray.
How Does Cook Out Compare to Other Food in Statesville?
Cook Out’s advantages in Statesville are its late hours and low tray price. Local barbecue and diners win on tradition, and national chains along the interchange win on breakfast.
Statesville sits between two barbecue traditions. To the east, Lexington-style barbecue uses pork shoulder with a red, vinegar-based dip. Farther west in the foothills, smaller grills and diners serve burgers and hot dogs “all the way” with chili and slaw. Cook Out’s “Cook Out Style” burger fits that same Carolina chili-slaw habit.
| Option | Known for | Late-night | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cook Out | Burgers, trays, 40+ shakes | Until about 3–4 AM | Tray about $7.39–$7.99 |
| Local barbecue and diners | Chopped pork, plates, breakfast | Mostly daytime | Higher per plate |
| National chains near I-40 / I-77 | Burgers, chicken, breakfast | Varies; many close earlier | Combos usually cost more |
For travelers, the choice comes down to the hour. After 11 PM, Cook Out is one of the few full meals near the I-40 and US-21 interchange.
Where Are Other Cook Out Guides Near Statesville?
The closest city guides are Mooresville to the south, Hickory to the west, and Kannapolis and Concord to the southeast. Charlotte and Winston-Salem are about an hour away.
Mooresville, NCAbout 13 miles south on I-77, on Lake Norman.
Hickory, NCWest on I-40. Two stores, on US-70 SE and North Center St.
Kannapolis, NCSoutheast on the Cannon Blvd. corridor.
Concord, NCNear Charlotte Motor Speedway, off I-85.
Charlotte, NCSouth on I-77. The largest metro guide in the region.
Winston-Salem, NCEast on I-40, past Mocksville.
Lenoir, NCNorthwest of Hickory, toward the Blue Ridge.
All North CarolinaAll 144 open North Carolina stores, grouped by region.
Use the Cook Out locations finder to plan a road trip, or check Cook Out hours before a late drive.
Cook Out Statesville FAQs
Answers to the questions people ask most.
How many Cook Out locations are in Statesville, NC?
There is one Cook Out in Statesville as of October 2026: 181 Turnersburg Hwy., Statesville, NC 28625. It is on US-21 about 0.3 miles north of I-40 exit 151. Cook Out’s store locator shows no second Statesville store and no coming-soon store within 30 miles. Lists showing a Davie Ave. store do not match the locator.
How do I get to the Statesville Cook Out from I-77?
From I-77, take exit 51 onto I-40 west, then get off at exit 151 for US-21. Head north about 0.3 miles on Turnersburg Highway to 181 Turnersburg Hwy. If you are coming south from Virginia, you can also take I-77 exit 54 onto US-21 and follow it south toward I-40.
What is the closest Cook Out to Statesville besides Turnersburg Hwy.?
The Mooresville store at 355 West Plaza Dr., Mooresville, NC 28117, is about 13 miles south of downtown Statesville. Next are Sherrills Ford at 7930 Bradley Long Dr. (about 15 miles), Conover at 460 E. Conover Blvd. (about 19 miles) and Mocksville at 1562 Yadkinville Rd. (about 19.5 miles).
What time does Cook Out close in Statesville?
Most Cook Out restaurants open at 10:30 AM and close around 3 AM Sunday through Thursday and around 4 AM Friday and Saturday. Individual store hours vary and can change on holidays, so check the 181 Turnersburg Hwy. store’s Google Maps listing before heading out late.
Is there a Cook Out in Troutman?
No, Cook Out’s store locator lists no Troutman store as of October 2026. Troutman residents usually use 181 Turnersburg Hwy. in Statesville or 355 West Plaza Dr. in Mooresville, which are roughly the same distance. Pick based on which side of town you are on.
Does the Statesville Cook Out have a dining room?
Most Cook Out restaurants are drive-thru and walk-up only, with no indoor seating, and the Statesville store follows that setup. Plan to eat in your car or take food home or back to the road. The quick drive-thru makes it easy for I-40 and I-77 travelers to get back on the highway.
How much does a Cookout Tray cost in Statesville?
A Cookout Tray costs about $7.39–$7.99 for an entree, two sides and a drink. A Jr. Tray starts around $5.29, and milkshakes are about $3.99 with more than 40 flavors. Prices vary slightly by store, and the Turnersburg Hwy. location accepts both cash and cards.
Is there a Cook Out near Mitchell Community College?
Yes. Mitchell Community College is in downtown Statesville, about 2.4 miles south of the Cook Out at 181 Turnersburg Hwy. Take Center Street north (it becomes US-21) past I-40 to reach the store. It is the nearest Cook Out to campus and stays open late most nights.
Find the Cook Out by I-40 Exit 151
Statesville’s Cook Out is at 181 Turnersburg Hwy., a quarter mile north of I-40. Check hours before a late run, and keep Mooresville in mind as a backup.