📍 Lumberton, North Carolina • 1 Store • Robeson County • 2026
Cook Out Lumberton NC — Address, Hours & Nearby Stores (2026)
Lumberton has one Cook Out: 2712 N. Roberts Ave, right at I-95 exit 20 (NC-211). The next-closest stores are in Pembroke, about 12 miles west, and Dillon, South Carolina, about 24 miles south.
Most Cook Outs open 10:30 AM and close about 3 AM (4 AM Fri–Sat); hours vary by store. Cookout Tray about $7.39–$7.99. No new store is listed as coming soon within 30 miles.
This guide covers the Cook Out in Lumberton, North Carolina, and the closest stores across Robeson County, Columbus County and the South Carolina line, each with an address, a local landmark and a Google Maps directions button. It also explains how late the Lumberton store usually stays open, what a tray costs and how to reach it from I-95, I-74/US-74 and downtown.
Last verified: October 2026 | Sources: Cook Out store locator (October 2026), NCDOT, Robeson County
How Many Cook Out Locations Are in Lumberton, NC?
Lumberton has one open Cook Out as of October 2026, according to Cook Out’s store locator: 2712 N. Roberts Ave, Lumberton, NC 28358. It sits just off I-95 exit 20, where North Roberts Avenue carries NC-211, about 1.7 miles from the center of town.
Older listings that show two Lumberton stores, on Fayetteville Road and on a 3600-block Roberts Avenue address, do not match the current locator. The only Lumberton address Cook Out lists is 2712 N. Roberts Ave, in the busy restaurant cluster beside the Food Lion at the exit 20 interchange.
Outside Lumberton, the closest Cook Outs are in Pembroke (about 12 miles west), Dillon, South Carolina (about 24 miles south) and Whiteville (about 26 miles southeast). Raeford, Fayetteville’s Owen Drive store and Laurinburg are each about 28 miles away.
- Lumberton store: 2712 N. Roberts Ave, ZIP 28358, at I-95 exit 20.
- Next closest: 601 W 3rd St, Pembroke.
- Coming soon: no new store is listed within 30 miles of Lumberton.
Where Is the Cook Out in Lumberton, and What Is Nearby?
The Lumberton Cook Out is at 2712 N. Roberts Ave by I-95 exit 20, and three more stores sit within about 26 miles in North and South Carolina. Addresses come from Cook Out’s store locator (October 2026). Each card has a Google Maps directions button; distances are approximate straight-line miles from central Lumberton.
| Area | Stores | Cities | Main roads |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cook Out in Lumberton | 1 | Lumberton | I-95 exit 20 • NC-211 (N. Roberts Ave) • I-74/US-74 |
| Nearby Cook Out Locations (within about 26 miles) | 3 | Pembroke, Dillon, Whiteville | NC-711 • I-95 • US-74 • US-701 |
1. Cook Out in Lumberton — 1 Cook Out location
Lumberton’s only Cook Out is on North Roberts Avenue at the I-95 exit 20 interchange, on the northwest side of town. Its neighbors include a Food Lion, a Waffle House, a Subway, Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries and a Royal Farms, so it is easy to spot from the off-ramp. It serves Lumberton, St. Pauls, Fairmont, Orrum, Proctorville and travelers on I-95.
Cook Out Lumberton
2712 N. Roberts Ave, Lumberton, NC 28358
On N. Roberts Ave (NC-211) at I-95 exit 20, next to Food Lion
2. Nearby Cook Out Locations (within about 26 miles) — 3 Cook Out locations
Lumberton is the hub of Robeson County, so its nearest neighbors spread in three directions: Pembroke to the west toward UNC Pembroke, Dillon across the South Carolina line on I-95, and Whiteville to the southeast in Columbus County. Raeford, Fayetteville and Laurinburg are a bit farther, at roughly 28 miles each.
Cook Out Pembroke
601 W 3rd St, Pembroke, NC 28372
About 12 mi west on W 3rd St in Pembroke, home of UNC Pembroke
Cook Out Dillon, SC
379 Radford Blvd., Dillon, SC 29536
About 24 mi south on Radford Blvd in Dillon, near I-95
Cook Out Whiteville
615 N JK Powell Blvd, Whiteville, NC 28472
About 26 mi southeast on N JK Powell Blvd in Whiteville, Columbus County
Which Cook Out Is Closest to Me Around Lumberton?
Anywhere in and around Lumberton, the 2712 N. Roberts Ave store is your closest Cook Out. In western Robeson County, Pembroke is usually closer; near the state line, Dillon can be. Use the table to pick the right one.
| If you are in or near… | Closest Cook Out | Approx. distance |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lumberton (Elm St, Lumber River) | 2712 N. Roberts Ave, Lumberton | About 2 mi |
| UNC Health Southeastern area | 2712 N. Roberts Ave, Lumberton | About 2 mi |
| Robeson Community College (US-301) | 2712 N. Roberts Ave, Lumberton | A few miles via I-95 or Roberts Ave |
| St. Pauls | 2712 N. Roberts Ave, Lumberton | About 10 mi south on I-95 |
| Pembroke and UNC Pembroke | 601 W 3rd St, Pembroke | In town |
| Maxton or Red Springs | 601 W 3rd St, Pembroke | Usually closer than Lumberton |
| Fairmont | 2712 N. Roberts Ave, Lumberton | About 12 mi north |
| Rowland or the South of the Border area | 379 Radford Blvd, Dillon, SC | South on I-95 |
| Chadbourn or Whiteville | 615 N JK Powell Blvd, Whiteville | Columbus County, southeast of Lumberton |
| Raeford or Hoke County | 114 Fayetteville Rd, Raeford | About 28 mi from Lumberton |
Distances are approximate. Drive times depend on traffic, especially on I-95 during holiday weekends, when the Lumberton exits back up with beach and Florida traffic.
Why Does Lumberton Have Only One Cook Out?
Lumberton is a city of about 19,000 people, and one Cook Out at its busiest interstate exit covers most of that demand. Cook Out tends to place stores on high-traffic corridors, and exit 20 on I-95 is one of the most visible spots in Robeson County.
The county seat: Lumberton is the seat of Robeson County, the largest county by land area in North Carolina. Shoppers, hospital visitors and court-day crowds from across the county pass through town, which keeps the Roberts Avenue strip busy day and night.
The I-95 factor: Lumberton has five I-95 exits (13, 17, 19, 20 and 22). Exit 20 at North Roberts Avenue is where the Cook Out sits, so northbound and southbound travelers can reach it without driving into downtown.
Flood years: Hurricane Matthew in 2016 and Hurricane Florence in 2018 flooded parts of Lumberton along the Lumber River and closed sections of I-95 in Robeson County. Both storms are part of local memory, and they are why many residents check road conditions before driving during big storms.
The neighbors: Pembroke has its own Cook Out to serve UNC Pembroke and western Robeson County, which takes pressure off the Lumberton store.
Cook Out was founded in 1989 in Greensboro by Morris Reaves and has grown to 144 open stores in North Carolina, according to its locator in October 2026. We have not found a reliable public record of the exact opening date of the Lumberton store, so we do not list one here.
Is There a Cook Out Off I-95 in Lumberton?
Yes. The Lumberton Cook Out is at I-95 exit 20 (NC-211, North Roberts Avenue), close to the ramps, which makes it one of the easiest Cook Out stops on I-95 in North Carolina. Heading south, it is the last Cook Out beside I-95 in North Carolina; the next one is in Dillon, just across the South Carolina line.
| I-95 exit | Road | What it means for Cook Out |
|---|---|---|
| Exit 13 | I-74/US-74 | Coming from Laurinburg or Whiteville, take I-95 north to exit 20 |
| Exit 17 | NC-72/NC-711 (Caton Rd) | Toward downtown and the Pembroke route; Cook Out is three exits north |
| Exit 19 | Carthage Rd | Frontage roads lead to the exit 20 area |
| Exit 20 | NC-211 (N. Roberts Ave) | The Cook Out is right here at 2712 N. Roberts Ave |
| Exit 22 | US-301 (Fayetteville Rd) | Robeson Community College; Cook Out is one exit south |
- Northbound from South Carolina: Dillon’s Cook Out on Radford Blvd is about 24 miles south of Lumberton. If you skip it, exit 20 is the next one.
- Southbound from Fayetteville: Once you pass Fayetteville, exit 20 in Lumberton is the next Cook Out right beside I-95.
- From Wilmington or Whiteville: Follow US-74/76 west, then I-95 north to exit 20.
- From Pembroke or Laurinburg: NC-711 or US-74 lead east toward I-95; Pembroke and Laurinburg also have their own stores.
Is There a Cook Out Near UNC Pembroke or Robeson Community College?
Yes. UNC Pembroke has its own Cook Out at 601 W 3rd St in Pembroke, and the Lumberton store at 2712 N. Roberts Ave is the closest one to Robeson Community College and UNC Health Southeastern.
UNC Pembroke The university, founded in 1887 and historically tied to the Lumbee community, is about 12 miles west of Lumberton. Students usually use the Pembroke Cook Out on W 3rd St, which is much closer than driving to I-95.
Robeson Community College The college is on Fayetteville Road (US-301) near I-95 exit 22. The Lumberton Cook Out is one exit south at exit 20, a quick drive for evening students.
UNC Health Southeastern Lumberton’s regional hospital draws night-shift staff and visitors from across Robeson County. The Roberts Avenue Cook Out is a short drive and usually open well past midnight.
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Robeson County is the heart of the Lumbee Tribe, one of the largest tribes east of the Mississippi River. The tribe’s main offices are in Pembroke, near that town’s Cook Out.
For students without a car, delivery apps may cover the Lumberton and Pembroke stores, but availability and prices vary. See our Cook Out delivery guide.
What Time Does the Cook Out in Lumberton Close?
Most Cook Out stores open at 10:30 AM and close around 3 AM Sunday–Thursday and 4 AM Friday–Saturday. Hours vary by store, so check the Lumberton store’s current hours before a late-night drive.
| 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 | Often shorter or closed on major holidays |
Late hours are the main reason locals and I-95 drivers choose Cook Out. When most of North Roberts Avenue has closed, the drive-thru is often still running. Lobby or walk-up service can close earlier than the drive-thru, and some stores close early for weather or staffing. Our Cook Out hours guide covers holiday and late-night patterns across all states.
What Should I Order at Cook Out in Lumberton, and How Much Does It Cost?
The Cookout Tray is the best value at about $7.39–$7.99: one entrée, two sides and a drink. Swap the drink for one of 40+ milkshake flavors for a small upcharge.
- Cookout Tray (entrée + 2 sides + drink): about $7.39–$7.99
- Jr. Tray: from about $5.29
- Milkshakes: about $3.99, with 40+ flavors
- Sides include fries, hushpuppies, onion rings, slaw, chili, cheese bites and more
Popular tray entrées include the Big Double burger, the NC barbecue sandwich, chicken strips, spicy chicken, the Cook Out-style hot dog and the quesadilla. If you are back on I-95 within two minutes, a tray in a bag and a shake in the cup holder is the classic road-trip order.
Cash and cards are accepted. Prices vary slightly by store and change over time. Browse the full Cook Out menu, our tray menu, milkshake menu and onion rings guides.
How Does Cook Out Compare to Other Food Near Exit 20 in Lumberton?
Cook Out’s edge at exit 20 is price and late hours: a full tray costs less than most combos on North Roberts Avenue, and the drive-thru usually outlasts its neighbors. For breakfast or a sit-down meal you will want another stop.
| If you want… | Cook Out | Nearby alternative on N. Roberts Ave |
|---|---|---|
| Food after midnight | Yes, usually until 3–4 AM | Waffle House (2701 N. Roberts Ave) |
| A full meal under $10 | Tray with entrée, 2 sides, drink | National-chain combos often cost more |
| Burgers and shakes | Big Double plus 40+ shake flavors | Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries (2728 N. Roberts Ave) |
| Breakfast | Not served | Hardee’s (2475 N. Roberts Ave) or Bojangles on Roberts Ave |
| A sit-down dinner | Drive-thru and walk-up | Family restaurants farther down Roberts Ave |
| Barbecue | NC BBQ sandwich and tray option | Dedicated eastern NC barbecue restaurants in the county |
Cook Out’s chopped-pork barbecue sandwich leans toward the vinegar style common in eastern North Carolina, which suits Robeson County tastes. It is still fast food, so for a full plate of pit-cooked pork a dedicated barbecue restaurant is the better choice.
Where Can I Find More Cook Out Guides Near Lumberton?
Use these guides for nearby cities in North and South Carolina. Each lists every store with addresses and directions.
Laurinburg 1304 Scotland Crossing Dr., about 28 miles west via US-74.
Fayetteville Several stores around Fort Bragg and the city, north on I-95.
Wilmington Port City stores, east via US-74/76.
Florence, SC The Pee Dee hub on I-95, south of Dillon.
South Carolina Dillon and every other SC store.
North Carolina All 144 open North Carolina stores by region.
Prefer to search by ZIP code? Try the Cook Out locations finder.
Cook Out Lumberton FAQs
Answers to the questions people ask most.
How many Cook Out locations are in Lumberton, NC?
Lumberton has one Cook Out, at 2712 N. Roberts Ave, Lumberton, NC 28358, according to Cook Out’s store locator in October 2026. It is at I-95 exit 20 on NC-211. Older listings showing a second store on Fayetteville Road are out of date. The nearest other stores are in Pembroke, Dillon SC and Whiteville.
Is the Lumberton Cook Out right off I-95?
Yes. Take I-95 exit 20 for NC-211 (North Roberts Avenue). The store at 2712 N. Roberts Ave is in the restaurant cluster beside the Food Lion, close to the ramps, so you can be back on the interstate in a few minutes. Exit 22 (US-301) is one exit north if you are coming from Fayetteville and miss exit 20.
What time does Cook Out in Lumberton close?
Most Cook Out stores, including those in Robeson County, typically close around 3 AM Sunday through Thursday and 4 AM Friday and Saturday, opening at 10:30 AM. Hours vary by store and can change on holidays or during storms, so check the Lumberton store’s current hours before a late drive to 2712 N. Roberts Ave.
Is there a Cook Out near UNC Pembroke?
Yes. Pembroke has its own Cook Out at 601 W 3rd St, Pembroke, NC 28372, which is the closest store for UNC Pembroke students. The Lumberton store at 2712 N. Roberts Ave is about 12 miles east of Pembroke, near I-95 exit 20, and is the next option if the Pembroke store is busy.
What is the closest Cook Out to Lumberton in South Carolina?
The closest South Carolina Cook Out is at 379 Radford Blvd, Dillon, SC 29536, about 24 miles south of Lumberton near I-95. It is a handy stop for drivers heading toward South of the Border, Florence or Myrtle Beach. See our South Carolina guide for every SC store.
Does the Lumberton Cook Out have indoor seating?
Most Cook Out restaurants, including those in this part of North Carolina, are drive-thru and walk-up stores without a traditional indoor dining room. Plan to eat in the car or take your order to go. The drive-thru at 2712 N. Roberts Ave is usually the fastest way to order, especially late at night.
How much is a Cookout Tray in Lumberton?
A Cookout Tray, with one entrée, two sides and a drink, costs about $7.39 to $7.99 at most stores, including Lumberton. A Jr. Tray starts around $5.29 and milkshakes are about $3.99. Prices vary slightly by store and change over time, so check the menu board at 2712 N. Roberts Ave.
Is a new Cook Out coming to Lumberton?
Not as of October 2026. Cook Out’s store locator shows no coming-soon locations within 30 miles of Lumberton. The open stores nearest the city are 2712 N. Roberts Ave in Lumberton, 601 W 3rd St in Pembroke and 379 Radford Blvd in Dillon, South Carolina.
Find the Cook Out in Lumberton
Lumberton’s Cook Out is at 2712 N. Roberts Ave by I-95 exit 20. Tap the directions button in the directory and check hours before a late-night run.