📍 Brunswick, Georgia • 1 Store • I-95 Exit 36 • Golden Isles • 2026

Cook Out Brunswick GA — New Jesup Rd Location at I-95 Exit 36, Menu & Hours (2026)

Brunswick has one Cook Out, at 4950 New Jesup Rd (US-25/US-341), about a quarter mile from I-95 exit 36A. It is the only Cook Out in Glynn County and the Golden Isles; the next closest is Kingsland, about 31 miles south.

1 store in Brunswick; next nearest about 31 miles away. Most Cook Outs open 10:30 AM–3 AM, 4 AM Fri–Sat. Cookout Tray about $7.39–$7.99.

Brunswick — Cook Out Facts
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1
Store in Brunswick
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Exit 36A
I-95 access (0.23 mi)
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~31 mi
To next nearest (Kingsland)
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4:00 AM
Typical Fri & Sat close

This guide covers the Cook Out on New Jesup Rd in Brunswick, right off I-95 exit 36, plus the three nearest stores in Kingsland, Hinesville and south Savannah for anyone driving the coast. Addresses come from Cook Out’s own store locator; you will also find routes from St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island, FLETC Glynco and the College of Coastal Georgia, late-night hours, menu prices with official calorie counts and how Cook Out compares with Golden Isles favorites.

Last verified: October 2026  |  Sources: Cook Out store locator (October 2026), iExit, AARoads, FLETC, Wikipedia, Golden Isles Magazine

1Store in Brunswick
3Nearby stores listed
46Open Georgia stores
40+Milkshake flavors
Brunswick Quick Answer

Is There a Cook Out in Brunswick, Georgia?

Yes. Brunswick has one Cook Out, at 4950 New Jesup Rd, Brunswick, GA 31520, on the US-25/US-341 corridor (signed locally as New Jesup Highway) at I-95 exit 36. It is the only Cook Out in Brunswick, Glynn County and the Golden Isles, according to the Cook Out store locator (October 2026).

Illustration of a Cook Out restaurant lit up at night – Cook Out Brunswick, GA

iExit lists the store about 0.23 miles from the exit 36A ramp, on the southeast side of the road. Its neighbors are the usual interstate lineup: Taco Bell at 4930, McDonald’s at 4957, Popeyes at 4933, plus Waffle House, Burger King and a Cracker Barrel right at the I-95 and US-341 interchange.

That location makes Brunswick one of the easiest Cook Out stops on I-95 in Georgia. It is also the only one for a long way: Kingsland, near the Florida line, is about 31 miles south; Hinesville is about 42 miles north; and the south Savannah store on Abercorn St is about 57 miles away. The locator lists no coming-soon stores within 30 miles of Brunswick as of October 2026.

  • Address: 4950 New Jesup Rd, Brunswick, GA 31520
  • Interstate access: I-95 exit 36 (36A southbound side toward Brunswick)
  • Typical hours: 10:30 AM to about 3 AM Sunday–Thursday and 4 AM Friday–Saturday (hours vary by store)
  • Next nearest: Kingsland (101 Crown Pointe Pkwy), about 31 miles south
Location Directory

Where Are the Cook Out Locations Near Brunswick, GA?

Brunswick’s store is listed first, followed by the three nearest Cook Outs along the Georgia coast, with straight-line distances from Brunswick. None are within 30 miles, so treat them as backups for road trips rather than everyday alternatives. Addresses come from the Cook Out store locator (October 2026); tap Directions to open Google Maps.

AreaStoresCitiesMain roads
Inside Brunswick1BrunswickI-95 Exit 36 • US-25/US-341 (New Jesup Hwy)
Nearby Cook Out locations (a long drive)3Kingsland, Hinesville, SavannahI-95 • US-17 • US-84

1. Inside Brunswick — 1 Cook Out location

The Brunswick Cook Out is in the hotel-and-restaurant cluster at I-95 exit 36, where US-25 and US-341 cross the interstate west of the city. Super 8, Four Points, Comfort Inn, Motel 6 and several other hotels sit within about a third of a mile of the exit, so it is a common late-night stop for travelers overnighting on the way to Florida.

2. Nearby Cook Out locations (a long drive) — 3 Cook Out locations

There is no other Cook Out within 30 miles of Brunswick. Kingsland is the next stop south toward Jacksonville, Hinesville is inland near Fort Stewart, and the south Savannah store is the first one in Chatham County. Plan on 30 minutes to an hour of driving to any of them.

Golden Isles Guide

Which Cook Out Is Closest to Me Around Brunswick and the Golden Isles?

For all of Brunswick, St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Jekyll Island and nearly all of Glynn County, the closest Cook Out is 4950 New Jesup Rd. Only the far ends of the coast are closer to another store: Camden County residents use Kingsland, and Liberty County residents use Hinesville.

If you are in…Closest Cook OutTypical route
Downtown / Old Town BrunswickBrunswick (4950 New Jesup Rd)Head west on US-341 toward I-95
College of Coastal Georgia, Altama AveBrunswick (4950 New Jesup Rd)Make your way to US-341, then west to the exit 36 area
St. Simons Island, Sea IslandBrunswick (4950 New Jesup Rd)F.J. Torras Causeway into Brunswick, then US-341 west
Jekyll IslandBrunswick (4950 New Jesup Rd)Jekyll Island Causeway to US-17, then north into Brunswick and US-341 west, or I-95 north from exit 29 to exit 36
FLETC Glynco, Brunswick Golden Isles AirportBrunswick (4950 New Jesup Rd)I-95 south from exit 38 to exit 36
Sterling, western Glynn CountyBrunswick (4950 New Jesup Rd)US-341 south toward I-95
Darien, McIntosh CountyBrunswick for mostI-95 south to exit 36 (Hinesville if already headed inland)
Woodbine, Kingsland, St. MarysKingsland (101 Crown Pointe Pkwy)Local roads or I-95 in Camden County
Hinesville, Fort Stewart, Richmond Hill areaHinesville or SavannahI-95 north (or US-17)

Distances are straight lines from Brunswick. From St. Simons or Jekyll, budget about 20 to 30 minutes each way to reach New Jesup Rd outside of beach-season traffic; from FLETC it is a quick hop of two exits down I-95.

Getting There

How Do I Get to Cook Out Brunswick From I-95?

Take I-95 to exit 36 for US-25 and US-341. Southbound and city-bound drivers use exit 36A toward Brunswick; the Cook Out is about a quarter mile from the ramp on New Jesup Hwy. Northbound drivers can use the same interchange and follow US-341 toward Brunswick.

  • I-95 from Jacksonville and Florida: Brunswick sits roughly halfway between Jacksonville and Savannah. Heading north, pass exit 29 (US-17/US-82/GA-520, the Jekyll Island and St. Simons exit) and continue to exit 36.
  • I-95 from Savannah: Heading south, pass exit 42 (GA-99 toward Darien) and exit 38 (Golden Isles Pkwy, Glynco and the airport), then take exit 36. If you are coming from Savannah’s south side, the Abercorn St store is your last Cook Out before this one.
  • US-341 (New Jesup Hwy): US-341 connects Brunswick with Jesup and inland southeast Georgia. From downtown Brunswick, follow it west to the interstate; the Cook Out is on the city side of the I-95 interchange.
  • US-17 (Glynn Ave): US-17 runs along the marshes through Brunswick, carries traffic over the Sidney Lanier Bridge, opened in 2003 and the longest-spanning bridge in Georgia, and connects to the causeways for both islands.
  • F.J. Torras Causeway: Completed in 1924, the causeway links Brunswick with St. Simons Island. Islanders cross it into town before heading west on US-341.
  • Jekyll Island Causeway (GA-520): Jekyll traffic meets US-17 south of Brunswick, near I-95 exit 29.

Exit 36 is one of the busiest food-and-fuel stops on Georgia’s stretch of I-95, with RaceTrac, Waffle House, Cracker Barrel and a long row of hotels around the interchange. Late at night, when most of those kitchens are closed, the Cook Out drive-thru is typically one of the few still serving.

Golden Isles Market

What Is the Cook Out Market Like in Brunswick and the Golden Isles?

Brunswick is a one-store Cook Out market that serves a much bigger area than its 15,210 residents. As the seat of Glynn County and the gateway to the Golden Isles, it draws island visitors, FLETC trainees, port workers and I-95 travelers to one location.

1989: Morris Reaves opens the first Cook Out in Greensboro, North Carolina. The chain later expands south into Georgia.

Today: Cook Out’s locator lists 46 open Georgia stores as of October 2026, with 4950 New Jesup Rd as the only one in Glynn County and the nearest store for the entire Golden Isles.

Coming soon: The locator shows no coming-soon stores within 30 miles of Brunswick as of October 2026.

We have not found a reliable public record of when the Brunswick store opened, so this page does not give a date. Its customer base is easy to describe, though. Tourism is Brunswick’s largest industry, the Port of Brunswick handles about 10 percent of U.S. roll-on/roll-off trade, and the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center at Glynco, about 6 miles north of the city, is a major employer that brings in trainees from across the country.

Brunswick also has food history of its own. The city claims Brunswick stew, and a plaque on an old iron pot says the first batch was cooked on nearby St. Simons Island on July 2, 1898, though Brunswick County, Virginia, disputes it. Brunswick was once known as the “Shrimp Capital of the World,” and Old Town Brunswick, with the Ritz Theatre, is the city’s historic core.

Late-Night Food

Is There a Cook Out Near FLETC Glynco or the College of Coastal Georgia?

Yes. FLETC Glynco is two I-95 exits north of the store, and the College of Coastal Georgia is a few miles southeast in the city, so the New Jesup Rd Cook Out is the go-to late-night stop for trainees, students and hospital night shifts in Glynn County.

FLETC GlyncoThe Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is at 1131 Chapel Crossing Rd, about 6 miles north of Brunswick, and FLETC’s own directions use I-95 exit 38. Take I-95 south one interchange to exit 36 for Cook Out.

College of Coastal GeorgiaA four-year University System of Georgia college founded in 1961 as Brunswick College; it awarded its first bachelor’s degrees in 2011. The campus runs along Altama Ave. From campus, make your way to US-341 and head west to the interstate.

Southeast Georgia Health SystemThe Brunswick Campus hospital is at 2415 Parkwood Dr. Night-shift staff can reach Cook Out by heading to US-341 and west toward I-95.

Brunswick Golden Isles AirportBQK sits about 2 to 3 miles from FLETC near exit 38, a short drive up I-95 from the Cook Out.

Glynn AcademyChartered in 1788 and one of the oldest public high schools in the country, Glynn Academy is in downtown Brunswick; families heading home after games can follow US-341 west.

Exit 36 hotelsSuper 8, Four Points, Comfort Inn, Motel 6, Rodeway Inn and WoodSpring Suites all sit within about a third of a mile of the exit, a short walk or drive from Cook Out.

Because no other Cook Out is within about 30 miles, confirm the store’s hours before a very late trip from the islands or from FLETC housing.

Late-Night Hours

What Time Does Cook Out Close in Brunswick, GA?

Most Cook Out stores open at 10:30 AM and close at about 3 AM Sunday through Thursday and 4 AM on Friday and Saturday. Hours vary by store, so check the Brunswick location’s current listing before a late-night trip.

DayTypical openingTypical closing
Sunday10:30 AMabout 3:00 AM
Monday–Thursday10:30 AMabout 3:00 AM
Friday10:30 AMabout 4:00 AM
Saturday10:30 AMabout 4:00 AM

These are chain-wide norms, not a guarantee for 4950 New Jesup Rd on any particular night. For holiday schedules and late-night details, see our guide to Cook Out’s opening and closing times. Hours can be cut short by staffing, holidays or tropical weather, which matters on the Georgia coast during hurricane season.

Cook Out is a drive-thru and walk-up chain, and most locations do not have indoor dining rooms. Plan to eat in the car, at your hotel or back on the island.

Ordering Guide

What’s on the Cook Out Brunswick Menu, and How Much Does It Cost?

The best value is the Cookout Tray, about $7.39–$7.99 for one entree, two sides and a drink. A Jr. Tray starts around $5.29 and milkshakes run about $3.99. These are typical prices that vary by store, so the menu board on New Jesup Rd is the final word.

Illustration of a Cook Out tray with a burger, fries, onion rings, hush puppies and a drink – what to order at Cook Out Brunswick, GA

Pick a main (burger, char-grilled or spicy chicken, barbecue sandwich, hot dogs, chicken strips, quesadilla or wrap), then two sides such as fries, onion rings, hush puppies, chili, slaw or cheese bites, plus a drink. Swap the drink for a milkshake for a small upcharge.

First-timer tip: order a burger “Cook Out Style” (chili, slaw, onions and mustard) on a tray with hush puppies and a Cheerwine, the North Carolina cherry soda Cook Out brings to Georgia. Add a banana pudding or peach cobbler shake for the drive back to the island.
  • Cookout Tray (entree + 2 sides + drink): about $7.39–$7.99
  • Jr. Tray: from about $5.29
  • Milkshakes (40+ flavors): about $3.99
  • Payment: cash and cards accepted

Calories for popular Brunswick orders

Calorie figures below come from Cook Out’s published nutrition information.

ItemCalories
Regular Hamburger (1/4 lb), plain328
Cook Out Style toppings+123
Spicy Chicken Sandwich446
Char-Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich377
Chicken Strips (3 pc)660
Cajun Chicken Wrap501
Hushpuppies (tray side)300
Onion Rings (tray side)128
Side of Chili164
Sweet Tea (regular, 16 oz)236
Peach Cobbler Milkshake790
Banana Pudding Milkshake781

A grilled chicken sandwich with an onion-ring side and an unsweet tea is one of the lighter tray combinations at about 505 calories, since unsweet tea has none. For more, see the Cookout Tray menu, milkshake menu, sides menu and Cook Out calories guide.

  • Road-trip orders: if you are back on I-95 right away, order sides that travel well; hush puppies hold up better than fries.
  • Beach-house groups: trays keep big family orders straight because each includes its own drink.
  • Check the bag: exit 36 is busy; confirm sauces and sides before pulling back onto New Jesup Hwy.
How It Compares

How Does Cook Out Compare to Brunswick’s Local Favorites?

Cook Out competes on price and late hours. Brunswick and St. Simons have nationally known local spots, but most close hours before Cook Out’s typical 3 AM close and cost more for a full meal.

RestaurantWhereKnown forVersus Cook Out
Willie’s Wee-Nee Wagon3599 Altama Ave, BrunswickHot dogs, chili dogs and a famous pork chop sandwich; started in 1972The local hot dog institution; Cook Out’s Cook Out Style dog is the late-night alternative
Southern Soul Barbeque2020 Demere Rd, St. Simons IslandBarbecue in a former 1950s gas station; on Southern Living’s top barbecue listsDestination barbecue; Cook Out’s BBQ sandwich is the quick, cheap version
Sonny’s BBQExit 36, New Jesup HwyChain barbecue platesSit-down plates; Cook Out is faster and open later
Cracker BarrelI-95 and US-341Country cooking and breakfastBreakfast all day; Cook Out opens at 10:30 AM
Waffle HouseExit 36, New Jesup Hwy24-hour breakfastThe other late-night stop at the exit; Cook Out has shakes and trays

Where Cook Out stands out at exit 36 is a full tray for under $8 and more than 40 milkshake flavors, served long after the island restaurants have closed.

Beyond Brunswick

Where Are More Cook Out Guides Near Brunswick?

The Cook Out Georgia guide lists all 46 open Georgia stores, including Kingsland, Hinesville and the Savannah area. These guides cover other parts of the Southeast.

Questions Answered

Cook Out Brunswick GA FAQs

Answers to the questions people ask most.

How many Cook Out locations are in Brunswick, GA?

Brunswick has one Cook Out, at 4950 New Jesup Rd, Brunswick, GA 31520, according to the Cook Out store locator (October 2026). It is the only store in Glynn County and the Golden Isles. The nearest others are Kingsland (101 Crown Pointe Pkwy), about 31 miles south, and Hinesville (705 W Oglethorpe Hwy), about 42 miles north.

What I-95 exit is Cook Out in Brunswick?

Use I-95 exit 36 for US-25 and US-341. iExit lists the Cook Out about 0.23 miles from the exit 36A ramp, on the southeast side of New Jesup Hwy, near Taco Bell, McDonald’s and Popeyes. Cracker Barrel and Waffle House are at the same interchange.

Is there a Cook Out on St. Simons Island or Jekyll Island?

No. Neither island has a Cook Out. The closest is 4950 New Jesup Rd in Brunswick. From St. Simons, cross the F.J. Torras Causeway into Brunswick and head west on US-341. From Jekyll, take the causeway to US-17 and either drive north through Brunswick or use I-95 from exit 29 to exit 36.

How far is Cook Out from FLETC Glynco?

FLETC, at 1131 Chapel Crossing Rd, is reached from I-95 exit 38, and the Cook Out is at exit 36, so the trip is two interchanges south on I-95 plus about a quarter mile on New Jesup Hwy. FLETC sits about 6 miles north of Brunswick, so most trainees can get there in roughly 10 to 15 minutes.

What time does the Brunswick Cook Out close?

Most Cook Outs open at 10:30 AM and close at about 3 AM Sunday through Thursday and 4 AM Friday and Saturday. Hours vary by store and can change for holidays, staffing or storms, so check the 4950 New Jesup Rd listing before a late trip, especially if you are driving in from the islands.

Where is the next Cook Out on I-95 from Brunswick?

Heading south toward Jacksonville, the next store is Kingsland at 101 Crown Pointe Pkwy, about 31 miles away in Camden County. Heading north, Hinesville (705 W Oglethorpe Hwy) is about 42 miles away inland, and the south Savannah store at 11700 Abercorn St is about 57 miles away.

How much is a Cook Out Tray in Brunswick?

A Cookout Tray, with one entree, two sides and a drink, typically runs about $7.39–$7.99, and a Jr. Tray starts around $5.29. Milkshakes are about $3.99, with more than 40 flavors. Prices vary by store and change over time, so check the menu board at 4950 New Jesup Rd.

Does the Brunswick Cook Out have indoor seating?

Most Cook Out restaurants are drive-thru and walk-up only, without indoor dining rooms, so plan to eat in your car, at your hotel or back at the beach. Late at night the walk-up window can close before the drive-thru, so the drive-thru is the safest option after midnight.

Sources: Cook Out store locator, October 2026 (addresses and store counts); iExit, I-95 exits 36A and 36B in Brunswick (Cook Out distance, neighboring businesses and hotels); AARoads I-95 Georgia guide (exit numbers and destinations); FLETC travel directions (exit 38, Chapel Crossing Rd address, airport distance); Wikipedia articles on Brunswick, Georgia, College of Coastal Georgia and Brunswick stew; Golden Isles Magazine (Willie’s Wee-Nee Wagon); Action News Jax / WOKV (Southern Soul Barbeque); hospital directory listing (Southeast Georgia Health System Brunswick Campus); Cook Out published nutrition information (calories).
Before You Drive

Find the Cook Out in Brunswick, GA

Brunswick’s only Cook Out is at 4950 New Jesup Rd, a quarter mile off I-95 exit 36A. Check tonight’s hours before a late run from the islands, because the next store is about 31 miles away in Kingsland.

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