📍 Florence, South Carolina • 2 Stores • Pee Dee • 2026
Cook Out Florence SC — 2 Locations, Addresses & Hours (2026)
Florence has 2 Cook Out restaurants: 2112 Lucas St, just off I-95 exit 164 on the city’s northwest side, and 2007 S Irby St on US-52 on the south side. The next-closest stores are in Hartsville, Mullins, Dillon and Bennettsville.
Most Cook Outs open 10:30 AM and close about 3 AM (4 AM Fri–Sat). Cookout Tray about $7.39–$7.99. No new Florence store is listed as coming soon.
This guide covers both Cook Out restaurants in Florence, South Carolina, and the four closest stores in the Pee Dee, each with an address, a local landmark or interstate exit, and Google Maps directions. It also explains which store is closer to your part of town, how late they stay open, what a tray costs, and what to know if you are stopping off I-95 or I-20.
Last verified: October 2026 | Sources: Cook Out store locator (October 2026), Post and Courier, iExit, Florence-Darlington Technical College, AARoads
How Many Cook Out Locations Are in Florence, SC?
Florence has 2 open Cook Out restaurants as of October 2026, according to Cook Out’s store locator: 2112 Lucas St (ZIP 29501) and 2007 S Irby St (ZIP 29505). Both are about 3 miles from downtown, one to the northwest by I-95 and one to the south on US-52.
The Lucas St store is the one most travelers use. It sits about 0.2 miles from I-95 exit 164 (US-52, Darlington/Florence), so it is a quick on-and-off stop for anyone driving the I-95 corridor between the Carolinas and Florida. The S Irby St store serves the south side of town, the Pamplico Highway area and drivers coming up US-52 from Lake City and Kingstree.
Outside the city, the closest Cook Outs are in Hartsville (about 21 miles), Mullins (about 25 miles), Dillon (about 28 miles) and Bennettsville (about 29 miles). There is no Cook Out in Darlington, Timmonsville, Lake City or Marion on the current locator, so Florence’s two stores cover a wide slice of the Pee Dee.
- Best for I-95 travelers: 2112 Lucas St, exit 164.
- Best for south Florence and the Pamplico Hwy area: 2007 S Irby St.
- New stores: none listed as coming soon within 30 miles of Florence.
Where Are the Cook Out Restaurants in Florence?
Both Florence stores and the four nearest Pee Dee locations are listed below. Addresses come from Cook Out’s store locator (October 2026), and each card has a Google Maps directions button. Distances are approximate straight-line miles from downtown Florence.
| Area | Stores | Cities | Main roads |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cook Out Locations in Florence | 2 | Florence | I-95 exit 164 • US-52 (Lucas St / Irby St) • US-76 (Palmetto St) |
| Nearby Cook Out Locations in the Pee Dee | 4 | Hartsville, Mullins, Dillon, Bennettsville | US-52 • US-76 • I-95 • SC-9 • US-15/401 |
1. Cook Out Locations in Florence — 2 Cook Out locations
Florence’s two stores sit at opposite ends of US-52, which runs through the city on Lucas Street and Irby Street. Lucas St covers the northwest side, the I-95 interchange and the Florence-Darlington Technical College area. S Irby St covers the south side, where US-52 heads out toward Lake City.
Cook Out Florence – Lucas St
2112 Lucas St, Florence, SC 29501
About 0.2 mi from I-95 exit 164 (US-52) on Florence’s northwest side
Cook Out Florence – S Irby St
2007 S Irby St, Florence, SC 29505
On South Irby St (US-52) on Florence’s south side
2. Nearby Cook Out Locations in the Pee Dee — 4 Cook Out locations
If you are already heading out of Florence, these four stores are the next closest. Hartsville is about 21 miles northwest, Mullins about 25 miles east on US-76, and Dillon and Bennettsville about 28 to 29 miles northeast and north.
Cook Out Hartsville
626 5th St, Hartsville, SC 29550
About 21 mi northwest of Florence, near Coker University
Cook Out Mullins
105 Market St., Mullins, SC 29574
On Market St in Mullins, Marion County, about 25 mi east
Cook Out Dillon
379 Radford Blvd., Dillon, SC 29536
About 28 mi northeast, on Radford Blvd (SC-9) near I-95 exit 193
Cook Out Bennettsville
109 HWY 15-401 Bypass W, Bennettsville, SC 29512
About 29 mi north, on the US-15/401 bypass in Marlboro County
Which Florence Cook Out Is Closest to Me?
Pick Lucas St if you are on the north or west side of Florence or on I-95; pick S Irby St if you are south of downtown or on Pamplico Highway. Downtown sits roughly halfway between them, so from Evans Street and the Dargan Street area either store is a 3-mile drive.
| If you are in or near… | Closest Cook Out | Route |
|---|---|---|
| I-95 northbound or southbound | 2112 Lucas St | Exit 164, about 0.2 mi |
| I-20 eastbound (ends at I-95) | 2112 Lucas St | I-95 north 4 exits to exit 164 |
| Florence-Darlington Tech (W Lucas St) | 2112 Lucas St | Lucas St / US-52 corridor |
| Magnolia Mall / David H. McLeod Blvd | 2112 Lucas St | About 3 mi; via I-95 or city streets |
| Downtown Florence (Evans St, Dargan St) | Either store | About 3 mi via Irby St (US-52) |
| McLeod Regional Medical Center (E Cheves St) | 2007 S Irby St | About 3 mi south via Irby St |
| MUSC Health Florence (Pamplico Hwy) | 2007 S Irby St | About 2 mi |
| Francis Marion University | 2007 S Irby St | About 7 mi west via Palmetto St (US-76) |
| Darlington / Darlington Raceway | 2112 Lucas St | US-52 southeast into Florence |
| Lake City / Kingstree (US-52 north) | 2007 S Irby St | US-52 into south Florence |
Distances are approximate and based on store coordinates from Cook Out’s locator. Traffic on Palmetto St and the I-95 interchange can add time on weekend afternoons.
Is There a Cook Out Off I-95 in Florence?
Yes. The Cook Out at 2112 Lucas St is about 0.2 miles from I-95 exit 164, the US-52 Darlington/Florence exit, on the northwest side of the interchange. It is the most convenient Cook Out for I-95 drivers in this part of South Carolina.
Florence is one of the busiest stopovers on I-95. The city sits close to the halfway point between New York and Miami, and it is where I-20 from Columbia ends at I-95. That mix of north-south and east-west traffic is why the exit 164 corridor is lined with hotels, gas stations and fast food.
Coming from each direction
- I-95 southbound (from Dillon, Lumberton, Fayetteville): take exit 164 and turn toward Florence on US-52. Before Florence, the nearest I-95 Cook Out is in Dillon near exit 193.
- I-95 northbound (from Manning, Santee, Savannah): continue past the I-20 junction to exit 164.
- I-20 eastbound (from Columbia): I-20 ends at I-95 west of Florence. Head north on I-95 to exit 164, or continue on the I-20 Business Spur (David H. McLeod Blvd) into the city.
- US-52 (from Lake City or Kingstree): US-52 becomes Irby St and passes the 2007 S Irby St store before you reach downtown.
- US-76 (from Mullins and Marion): Palmetto St brings you into the center of town; turn south on Irby St for the S Irby St store.
Heading to the beach? Myrtle Beach is roughly 70 miles east of Florence. If you want a tray closer to the coast, see the Cook Out Myrtle Beach guide; The Mullins store, east on US-76, is the closest Cook Out to Florence in that direction.
What Is the Cook Out Story in Florence?
Florence has had two Cook Outs for years, one on Lucas St and one on Irby St, and the chain bought another large property in the city in 2024. Cook Out has not announced what it will build there, and no third Florence store is on the locator.
Two established stores: In November 2024, the Post and Courier described Cook Out as having two Florence restaurants, on Irby Street and Lucas Street. Those are the same two stores on the locator in October 2026.
September 2024 land purchase: Cook Out bought the former Lidl grocery store on West Palmetto Street, near David H. McLeod Blvd, for a reported $4.75 million. The 6.42-acre site had been empty since Lidl closed in July 2023. Cook Out did not comment on its plans, and the Post and Courier noted the company has bought land in North Carolina without opening restaurants on it right away.
October 2026: The locator lists no coming-soon store within 30 miles of Florence. Treat any third Florence store as unconfirmed until it appears there.
Florence is the seat of Florence County and the commercial center of the Pee Dee, with two regional hospitals, a university, a technical college and Magnolia Mall. Cook Out was founded in 1989 in Greensboro, North Carolina, by Morris Reaves, and South Carolina is now its second-largest state, with 52 open stores. Read the full South Carolina Cook Out guide for every store by region.
Is There a Cook Out Near Francis Marion University or McLeod?
The closest Cook Out to Francis Marion University is 2007 S Irby St, about 7 miles west of campus. For McLeod Regional Medical Center and MUSC Health Florence, both stores are within about 3 miles, with S Irby St slightly closer. Both stay open long after most of Florence closes, which helps students and night-shift staff.
Francis Marion UniversityFMU sits about 6 miles east of Florence off Palmetto St (US-76). Drive west on Palmetto St into town and south on Irby St to reach 2007 S Irby St. Expect about 15 minutes.
Florence-Darlington Technical CollegeFDTC’s main campus is at 2715 W Lucas St, on the same US-52 corridor as the Lucas St Cook Out near I-95 exit 164. It is the easiest late-night meal for evening-class students.
McLeod Regional Medical CenterMcLeod’s main campus at 555 E Cheves St is just east of downtown. Irby St runs south from downtown straight to the S Irby St store, about 3 miles away.
MUSC Health Florence Medical CenterThe former Carolinas Hospital System campus at 805 Pamplico Hwy is on the south side of town, about 2 miles from 2007 S Irby St.
Coker University (Hartsville)Coker students have their own Cook Out at 626 5th St in Hartsville, so there is no need to drive into Florence.
Darlington RacewayRace fans staying in Florence hotels near I-95 have the Lucas St store right at exit 164, on US-52, the main road between Florence and Darlington.
What Time Does Cook Out Close in Florence?
Most Cook Out restaurants open at 10:30 AM and close around 3 AM Sunday through Thursday and 4 AM on Friday and Saturday. Hours vary by store and can change on holidays, so check the Cook Out app or call the store before a very late drive.
In practice, both Florence stores are some of the latest-open restaurants in town. After midnight, most of the drive-thru business is shift workers from the hospitals and distribution centers, students, and I-95 travelers who have pulled off at exit 164.
| 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 | Many stores close or shorten hours on Thanksgiving and Christmas |
Most Cook Outs, including those in the Pee Dee, are drive-thru and walk-up only, with no indoor dining room. For the full schedule, holiday notes and state-by-state differences, see the Cook Out hours guide.
What Does Cook Out Cost in Florence?
A Cookout Tray costs about $7.39 to $7.99 in South Carolina and includes one entree, two sides and a drink. That is still one of the best-value meals in Florence, and it is the order most regulars default to.
- Cookout Tray (entree + 2 sides + drink): about $7.39–$7.99
- Jr. Tray: from about $5.29
- Milkshakes: about $3.99, 40+ flavors
- Drinks: Coca-Cola products, Cheerwine, fresh-brewed sweet tea
- Payment: cash and cards accepted
Popular tray entrees include the Big Double burger, the char-grilled chicken sandwich, chicken strips, BBQ (chopped pork), quesadillas and the Cajun chicken wrap. Sides include fries, onion rings, hush puppies, chili, slaw, Cajun wraps, quesadillas and corn dogs. Prices vary a little by store and change over time, so the menu board is the final word.
For more detail, see the Cook Out tray guide, the milkshake menu, the drinks menu and the full Cook Out menu with prices.
How Does Cook Out Compare With Other Late-Night Food in Florence?
Cook Out’s edge in Florence is late hours plus low prices: a full tray for under $8, served until 3 or 4 AM. Most of the other fast-food chains around the I-95 and Palmetto St corridors close earlier or charge more for a comparable combo.
| What you want | Why Cook Out works | What else people pick |
|---|---|---|
| Cheap full meal | Tray with two sides and a drink for about $7.39–$7.99 | Value menus at the big burger chains |
| After midnight | Open about 3 AM, 4 AM on weekends | Chain drive-thrus near the I-95 exits, where hours allow |
| Fried chicken | Chicken strips and spicy chicken sandwich on the tray | Bojangles and Zaxby’s, both in Florence |
| Milkshake | 40+ flavors, thick enough for a spoon | Dairy Queen–style soft serve |
| Southern breakfast | Not served; Cook Out opens at 10:30 AM | Hardee’s and Bojangles biscuits |
For a sit-down meal, downtown Florence’s restaurants along Evans and Dargan Streets are the better choice. For a fast tray at 1 AM after a shift at McLeod or a long day on I-95, Cook Out is hard to beat on price.
Where Are Other Cook Out Guides Near Florence?
The nearest city guides are Columbia to the west on I-20, Myrtle Beach to the east on US-501, and Laurinburg, Lumberton and Fayetteville in North Carolina to the north. Each covers every store in that area with directions.
Columbia, SCAbout 80 miles west on I-20. Stores across the Midlands, near USC and Fort Jackson.
Myrtle Beach, SCAbout 70 miles east. Grand Strand stores for beach trips.
Lumberton, NCNorth on I-95 past Dillon and the state line.
Laurinburg, NCNorth of Bennettsville via US-15/401.
Fayetteville, NCFarther north on I-95, near Fort Bragg.
All South CarolinaAll 52 open South Carolina stores, grouped by region.
Planning a longer trip? Use the Cook Out locations finder to map every store on your route.
Cook Out Florence SC FAQs
Answers to the questions people ask most.
How many Cook Out locations are in Florence, SC?
There are 2 Cook Out restaurants in Florence as of October 2026, per Cook Out’s store locator: 2112 Lucas St, Florence, SC 29501, near I-95 exit 164, and 2007 S Irby St, Florence, SC 29505, on US-52 on the south side. No third Florence store is listed as coming soon.
Which Florence Cook Out is closest to I-95?
The Lucas St store at 2112 Lucas St is about 0.2 miles from I-95 exit 164, the US-52 Darlington/Florence exit. It is on the northwest side of the interchange, so it is a quick stop in either direction. The S Irby St store is on the opposite side of town and is not a practical I-95 stop.
What time does Cook Out close in Florence, SC?
Most Cook Outs, including Florence’s, open at 10:30 AM and close around 3 AM Sunday through Thursday and around 4 AM on Friday and Saturday. Hours can vary by store and change on holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas, so check the Cook Out app or call before a very late trip.
Is there a Cook Out near Francis Marion University?
Francis Marion University does not have a Cook Out next to campus. The closest is 2007 S Irby St in Florence, about 7 miles west. Take Palmetto St (US-76) west into Florence, then head south on Irby St (US-52). The drive usually takes about 15 minutes outside rush hour.
Is Cook Out opening a new location in Florence?
Cook Out bought the former Lidl store on West Palmetto Street, near David H. McLeod Blvd, in September 2024 for a reported $4.75 million, according to the Post and Courier. As of October 2026, Cook Out’s locator does not list a coming-soon store in Florence, so plans for that site are unconfirmed.
Is there a Cook Out in Darlington or Lake City?
No. Cook Out’s locator lists no store in Darlington, Lake City, Timmonsville or Marion as of October 2026. From Darlington, the nearest options are 2112 Lucas St in Florence via US-52 or 626 5th St in Hartsville. From Lake City, take US-52 north to 2007 S Irby St in Florence.
How much is a Cookout Tray in Florence?
A Cookout Tray is about $7.39 to $7.99 in South Carolina and includes one entree, two sides and a drink. A Jr. Tray starts around $5.29, and milkshakes run about $3.99 with more than 40 flavors. You can swap the tray drink for a milkshake for a small upcharge. Prices vary slightly by store.
Does the Florence Cook Out have a dining room?
Most Cook Out restaurants are drive-thru and walk-up only, with no indoor seating, so expect the same in Florence. Plan to eat in the car or take your tray to go. Both Florence stores accept cash and cards at the window.
Find the Closest Cook Out in Florence
Use the directory above for directions to Lucas St or S Irby St, or check the South Carolina guide for every store in the state.