📍 Dunn, North Carolina • 1 Store • Harnett County • 2026
Cook Out Dunn NC — Address, Hours & Nearby Stores (2026)
Dunn has one Cook Out: 1723 W Cumberland St, on US-421 about two miles west of I-95 exit 73. It is the only Cook Out in Harnett County; the next-closest stores are about 20–25 miles away in Fayetteville, Garner, Fuquay-Varina, Spring Lake, Selma and Clayton.
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 Dunn, North Carolina, and the closest stores in Cumberland, Wake and Johnston counties, each with an address, a local landmark and a Google Maps directions button. It also explains how late the Dunn store usually stays open, what a tray costs and how to reach it from I-95, US-421 and Campbell University.
Last verified: October 2026 | Sources: Cook Out store locator (October 2026), NCDOT, Harnett County
How Many Cook Out Locations Are in Dunn, NC?
Dunn has one open Cook Out as of October 2026, according to Cook Out’s store locator: 1723 W Cumberland St, Dunn, NC 28334. It is on US-421 on the west side of town, about a mile from downtown and roughly two miles west of I-95 exit 73.
Older listings that show two Dunn stores, on N Cumberland St and on Erwin Rd, do not match the current locator. The only Dunn address Cook Out lists is 1723 W Cumberland St, in the shopping strip near Crossroads Ford, McDonald’s and sweetFrog.
It is also the only Cook Out in Harnett County. The closest stores outside Dunn are on Ramsey St in Fayetteville (about 20.5 miles), Bratton Dr in Garner (about 21 miles), N. Main St in Fuquay-Varina (about 21.6 miles), Lillington Hwy in Spring Lake (about 22.5 miles), Ricks Rd in Selma (about 23 miles) and US-70 Business in Clayton (about 25 miles).
- Dunn store: 1723 W Cumberland St, ZIP 28334.
- From I-95: exit 73 (US-421/NC-55), then west on Cumberland St.
- Coming soon: no new store is listed within 30 miles of Dunn.
Where Is the Cook Out in Dunn, and What Is Nearby?
The Dunn Cook Out is at 1723 W Cumberland St on US-421, and six more stores sit within about 25 miles in Cumberland, Wake and Johnston counties. 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 Dunn.
| Area | Stores | Cities | Main roads |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cook Out in Dunn | 1 | Dunn | US-421 (W Cumberland St) • I-95 exit 73 • NC-55 |
| Nearby Cook Out Locations (within about 25 miles) | 6 | Fayetteville, Garner, Fuquay-Varina, Spring Lake, Selma, Clayton | I-95 • US-401 • NC-55 • US-70 • I-40 |
1. Cook Out in Dunn — 1 Cook Out location
Dunn’s only Cook Out is on West Cumberland Street, the US-421 commercial strip that runs from I-95 through downtown and on toward Erwin, Buies Creek and Lillington. Neighbors on the strip include Crossroads Ford, McDonald’s, sweetFrog, Western Sizzlin, Roses and Belk. It serves Dunn, Erwin, Godwin, Coats, Buies Creek and I-95 travelers willing to drive two miles off the interstate.
Cook Out Dunn
1723 W Cumberland St., Dunn, NC 28334
On US-421 (W Cumberland St), about 2 mi west of I-95 exit 73
2. Nearby Cook Out Locations (within about 25 miles) — 6 Cook Out locations
Dunn sits about halfway between Fayetteville and Raleigh, so its nearest neighbors split north and south. Fayetteville and Spring Lake are to the southwest toward Fort Bragg; Garner, Fuquay-Varina, Clayton and Selma are to the north in Wake and Johnston counties.
Cook Out Fayetteville – Ramsey St
3745 Ramsey St, Fayetteville, NC 28311
About 20.5 mi southwest on Ramsey St (US-401) in north Fayetteville
Cook Out Garner – Bratton Dr
102 Bratton Dr, Garner, NC 27529
About 21 mi north on Bratton Dr in Garner, south of Raleigh
Cook Out Fuquay-Varina
1433 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
About 21.6 mi north on N. Main St in Fuquay-Varina
Cook Out Spring Lake
406 Lillington Hwy, Spring Lake, NC 28390
About 22.5 mi southwest on Lillington Hwy in Spring Lake, beside Fort Bragg
Cook Out Selma
603 Ricks Road, Selma, NC 27576
About 23 mi northeast on Ricks Rd in Selma, Johnston County
Cook Out Clayton
11637 US 70 Business Hwy W, Clayton, NC 27520
About 25 mi north on US-70 Business west of downtown Clayton
Which Cook Out Is Closest to Me Around Dunn?
In Dunn and most of eastern Harnett County, 1723 W Cumberland St is your closest Cook Out. Near Angier, Fuquay-Varina is usually closer; near Fort Bragg, Spring Lake is. Use the table to pick the right one.
| If you are in or near… | Closest Cook Out | Approx. distance |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Dunn (Broad St) | 1723 W Cumberland St, Dunn | About 1 mi |
| I-95 exit 73 | 1723 W Cumberland St, Dunn | About 2 mi west |
| Erwin | 1723 W Cumberland St, Dunn | A few miles |
| Buies Creek and Campbell University | 1723 W Cumberland St, Dunn | About 9 mi southeast via US-421 |
| Lillington | 1723 W Cumberland St, Dunn | East on US-421 |
| Coats | 1723 W Cumberland St, Dunn | South on NC-55 |
| Godwin or Falcon | 1723 W Cumberland St, Dunn | North on I-95 |
| Benson | 1723 W Cumberland St, Dunn | South on I-95 |
| Angier | 1433 N. Main St, Fuquay-Varina | Usually closer than Dunn |
| Spring Lake or Fort Bragg | 406 Lillington Hwy, Spring Lake | In town |
| Smithfield | 603 Ricks Road, Selma | Next door in Johnston County |
Distances are approximate. Drive times depend on traffic, especially on I-95 on holiday weekends and on US-421 when Campbell University has events.
Why Does Dunn Have Only One Cook Out?
Dunn is a town of about 8,500 people, and one Cook Out on its main US-421 retail strip covers the town and much of eastern Harnett County. Cook Out tends to place stores on busy corridors, and West Cumberland Street is Dunn’s main shopping road.
The crossroads town: Dunn grew up as a railroad town between Raleigh and Fayetteville, and today I-95 and US-421 meet on the east side of town. That traffic is why fast-food chains cluster along Cumberland Street.
Harnett County’s only store: Cook Out’s locator lists no store in Lillington, Erwin, Angier, Coats or Buies Creek, so the Dunn store draws customers from across the eastern half of the county.
Military neighbors: Fort Bragg is about 30 miles southwest, and many military families live in western Harnett County. Those closer to the post often use the Spring Lake or Fayetteville stores instead.
Local history: Dunn is home to the General William C. Lee Airborne Museum, honoring the Dunn native known as the father of the U.S. Airborne. The Averasboro Civil War battlefield, site of a March 1865 battle, is nearby in Harnett County.
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 Dunn store, so we do not list one here.
Is There a Cook Out Off I-95 in Dunn?
Yes, but not right at the ramp. From I-95 exit 73 (US-421/NC-55), drive about two miles west on Cumberland Street through Dunn to reach the Cook Out at 1723 W Cumberland St. Budget about ten minutes off the interstate round trip, longer at rush hour.
| Coming from… | Best route | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| I-95 northbound (Fayetteville) | Exit 73, west on US-421 | Fayetteville’s Ramsey St store is the previous option |
| I-95 southbound (Benson, I-40) | Exit 73, west on US-421 | Selma’s Ricks Rd store is the previous option |
| Raleigh via I-40 | I-40 east to I-95 south near Benson, then exit 73 | Garner stores are closer if you leave from south Raleigh |
| Lillington or Buies Creek | US-421 east into Dunn | The store is on the west end of town, before downtown |
| Fuquay-Varina or Angier | NC-55 south toward Coats and Dunn | The Fuquay-Varina store may be closer |
| Clinton or Sampson County | US-421 north | Check the locator; Dunn is often the nearest |
- US-421: runs from I-95 west through Dunn, past the Cook Out, to Erwin, Buies Creek and Lillington.
- NC-55: shares the exit 73 interchange and heads north toward Coats, Angier and Fuquay-Varina.
- I-40: joins I-95 near Benson, north of Dunn, which makes Dunn an easy stop between Raleigh and Fayetteville.
Is There a Cook Out Near Campbell University?
The closest Cook Out to Campbell University is the Dunn store at 1723 W Cumberland St, about nine miles from Buies Creek via US-421. There is no Cook Out in Buies Creek, Lillington or Erwin.
Campbell University The private university in Buies Creek sends plenty of late-night drivers down US-421 to Dunn. The Cook Out is on the west side of Dunn, so you reach it before downtown.
Central Carolina Community College The college’s Harnett County campus is in Lillington. Dunn’s Cook Out is the nearest store for evening classes.
Betsy Johnson Hospital Dunn’s hospital, part of Cape Fear Valley Health, draws night-shift staff who can reach Cumberland Street in minutes.
Fort Bragg Soldiers living in Harnett County often drive to Dunn, but the Spring Lake store at 406 Lillington Hwy is closest to the post.
For students without a car, delivery apps may cover the Dunn store, but availability and prices vary. See our Cook Out delivery guide.
What Time Does the Cook Out in Dunn 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 Dunn 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 Dunn locals, Campbell students and I-95 drivers choose Cook Out. When most of Cumberland Street 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.
What Should I Order at Cook Out in Dunn, 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 heading back to I-95, order at the drive-thru and eat in the car; the tray format travels well.
Cash and cards are accepted. Prices vary slightly by store and change over time. Browse the full Cook Out menu, our tray menu, burger menu and milkshake menu guides.
How Does Cook Out Compare to Other Food on Cumberland Street?
Cook Out’s edge on Cumberland Street is price and late hours: a full tray costs less than most combos nearby, 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 W Cumberland St |
|---|---|---|
| Food after midnight | Yes, usually until 3–4 AM | Few kitchens nearby stay open as late |
| A full meal under $10 | Tray with entrée, 2 sides, drink | McDonald’s (1726 W Cumberland St) combos |
| Barbecue and fried chicken | NC BBQ sandwich and chicken strips | Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q (2102 W Cumberland St) |
| A sit-down steak dinner | Drive-thru and walk-up | Western Sizzlin (1810 W Cumberland St) |
| Burgers from a local spot | Big Double, Cook Out Style | Awesome Burger (2300 W Cumberland St) |
| Dessert | 40+ milkshake flavors | sweetFrog frozen yogurt (1725 W Cumberland St) |
Cook Out’s chopped-pork barbecue sandwich leans toward the vinegar style common in eastern North Carolina, which suits Harnett County tastes. It is still fast food, so for a full barbecue plate a dedicated barbecue restaurant is the better choice.
Where Can I Find More Cook Out Guides Near Dunn?
Use these guides for nearby cities between Raleigh and Fayetteville. Each lists every store with addresses and directions.
Fayetteville Several stores around the city and Fort Bragg, south on I-95.
Garner Bratton Dr and Jones Sausage Rd, south of Raleigh.
Fuquay-Varina 1433 N. Main St, north via NC-55.
Raleigh Every Cook Out in the capital city.
Sanford Lee County stores, west via US-421.
Goldsboro Wayne County stores, east via US-70.
North Carolina All 144 open North Carolina stores by region.
Prefer to search by ZIP code? Try the Cook Out locations finder.
Cook Out Dunn FAQs
Answers to the questions people ask most.
How many Cook Out locations are in Dunn, NC?
Dunn has one Cook Out, at 1723 W Cumberland St, Dunn, NC 28334, according to Cook Out’s store locator in October 2026. Older listings showing stores on N Cumberland St and Erwin Rd are out of date. It is the only Cook Out in Harnett County; the nearest others are in Fayetteville, Garner and Fuquay-Varina.
How do I get to the Dunn Cook Out from I-95?
Take I-95 exit 73 for US-421 and NC-55, then head west on Cumberland Street through Dunn for about two miles. The Cook Out at 1723 W Cumberland St is on the west side of town near Crossroads Ford, McDonald’s and sweetFrog. Allow about ten minutes off the interstate there and back.
What time does Cook Out in Dunn close?
Most Cook Out stores 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 in bad weather, so check the Dunn store’s current hours before a late drive to 1723 W Cumberland St.
Is there a Cook Out near Campbell University?
There is no Cook Out in Buies Creek. The closest store to Campbell University is 1723 W Cumberland St in Dunn, about nine miles away via US-421. Coming from campus, you reach the Cook Out on the west side of Dunn before you get downtown, so it is an easy late-night drive.
Is there a Cook Out in Lillington, Erwin or Angier?
No. As of October 2026, Cook Out’s store locator lists no store in Lillington, Erwin, Angier, Coats or Buies Creek. The Dunn store at 1723 W Cumberland St serves most of eastern Harnett County, while Angier residents are often closer to 1433 N. Main St in Fuquay-Varina.
What is the closest Cook Out to Dunn besides the Dunn store?
The next-closest store is 3745 Ramsey St in Fayetteville, about 20.5 miles southwest. Close behind are 102 Bratton Dr in Garner (about 21 miles), 1433 N. Main St in Fuquay-Varina (about 21.6 miles), 406 Lillington Hwy in Spring Lake (about 22.5 miles) and 603 Ricks Road in Selma (about 23 miles).
How much is a Cookout Tray in Dunn?
A Cookout Tray, with one entrée, two sides and a drink, costs about $7.39 to $7.99 at most stores, including Dunn. 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 1723 W Cumberland St.
Is a new Cook Out coming to Dunn or Harnett County?
Not as of October 2026. Cook Out’s store locator shows no coming-soon locations within 30 miles of Dunn. For now, 1723 W Cumberland St is the only Harnett County store, with Fayetteville, Garner, Fuquay-Varina, Spring Lake, Selma and Clayton as the nearest alternatives.
Find the Cook Out in Dunn
Dunn’s Cook Out is at 1723 W Cumberland St on US-421, about two miles west of I-95 exit 73. Tap the directions button in the directory and check hours before a late-night run.