📍 Asheboro, North Carolina • 1 Store • Randolph County • 2026
Cook Out Asheboro NC — Location, Address & Hours (2026)
Asheboro has 1 Cook Out restaurant, at 544 E Dixie Dr on the south side of town. The next-closest stores are in Randleman (about 8 miles north) and in High Point and Thomasville (about 17–18 miles).
Most Cook Outs open 10:30 AM and close about 3 AM (4 AM Fri–Sat); hours vary. Cookout Tray about $7.39–$7.99. Siler City and Biscoe are listed as coming soon.
This guide covers the Cook Out on East Dixie Drive in Asheboro and the nine closest stores in Randleman, High Point, Thomasville, Greensboro and Lexington, each with its address and Google Maps directions. It also explains how to reach the store from I-73/I-74, US-64 and NC-49, what to know if you are visiting the North Carolina Zoo, how late it stays open and what a tray costs.
Last verified: October 2026 | Sources: Cook Out store locator (October 2026), North Carolina Zoo, NCDOT, U.S. Census Bureau
How Many Cook Out Locations Are in Asheboro, NC?
Asheboro has 1 open Cook Out as of October 2026, according to Cook Out’s store locator: 544 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro, NC 27204. It is about 1.5 miles from downtown, on Dixie Drive, the old US-64 route across the south side of town, and it is the only open Cook Out in Asheboro.
The next-closest open store is in Randleman, about 8 miles north at 685 W Academy St, just off I-73/I-74. Beyond that, the nearest options are in High Point and Thomasville, about 17 to 18 miles away, and then a cluster of Greensboro stores about 22 to 28 miles north.
- Only Asheboro store: 544 E Dixie Dr, ZIP 27204.
- Closest for North Carolina Zoo visitors: the same Dixie Dr store, back toward town from the zoo.
- Coming soon nearby: 1513 E 11th St in Siler City and 101 Montgomery Crossing in Biscoe, both listed as coming soon on Cook Out’s locator.
Earlier versions of this page listed two Asheboro stores, at 1220 E Dixie Dr and 601 S Fayetteville St. Neither address appears on Cook Out’s current locator, so they have been removed. The one open Asheboro store is 544 E Dixie Dr.
Where Is the Cook Out in Asheboro, and What Is Nearby?
The Asheboro Cook Out is at 544 E Dixie Dr; nine more stores within about 26 miles are listed below it. 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 Asheboro.
| Area | Stores | Cities | Main roads |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cook Out in Asheboro | 1 | Asheboro | E Dixie Dr • US-64 • I-73/I-74 • NC-49 |
| Randleman (under 10 miles) | 1 | Randleman | I-73/I-74 • US-220 Business |
| High Point, Thomasville & Lexington | 4 | High Point, Thomasville, Lexington | I-74 • I-85 • US-29/70 • NC-62 |
| South & West Greensboro | 4 | Greensboro | I-73 • I-85/I-40 • Randleman Rd • Gate City Blvd |
1. Cook Out in Asheboro — 1 Cook Out location
Dixie Drive carried US-64 through the south side of Asheboro before the newer US-64 bypass opened farther south. It is still one of the town’s main shopping and fast-food strips, linking the I-73/I-74 (US-220) freeway on the west side of town with the roads east toward the North Carolina Zoo, Ramseur and Siler City.
Cook Out Asheboro
544 E. Dixie Drive, Asheboro, NC 27204
On East Dixie Dr (old US-64), south side of Asheboro, about 1.5 miles from downtown
2. Randleman (under 10 miles) — 1 Cook Out location
Randleman is the first town north of Asheboro on I-73/I-74 and US-220, and its Cook Out is the second-closest to Asheboro. It is a handy stop for anyone in Level Cross, Franklinville or northern Randolph County.
Cook Out Randleman
685 W. Academy st, Randleman, NC 27317
On West Academy St in Randleman, about 8 miles north
3. High Point, Thomasville & Lexington — 4 Cook Out locations
West and northwest of Asheboro, these stores are between about 17 and 26 miles away. Thomasville and Lexington sit along I-85 in Davidson County; High Point’s two stores are on its main north-south artery, Main Street.
Cook Out High Point – S Main St
2923 S. Main Street, High Point, NC 27263
South High Point on South Main St, about 17 miles
Cook Out Thomasville
1123 Randolph Street, Thomasville, NC 27360
On Randolph St in Thomasville, about 18 miles
Cook Out High Point – N Main St
2420 N. Main Street, High Point, NC 27265
North High Point on North Main St, about 23 miles
Cook Out Lexington
1700 Cotton Grove Rd, Lexington, NC 27292
On Cotton Grove Rd in Lexington, about 26 miles
4. South & West Greensboro — 4 Cook Out locations
Driving north on I-73 or US-220 Business, the first Greensboro Cook Out is on Randleman Rd on the city’s south side, about 22 miles from Asheboro. The others are a few minutes farther into the city.
Cook Out Greensboro – Randleman Rd
2601 Randleman Road, Greensboro, NC 27406
South Greensboro on Randleman Rd, about 22 miles
Cook Out Greensboro – Gate City Blvd
3804 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407
West Gate City Blvd in southwest Greensboro, about 23 miles
Cook Out Greensboro – Sapp Rd
5406 Sapp Road, Greensboro, NC 27409
Sapp Rd near West Wendover Ave, about 24.5 miles
Cook Out Greensboro – W Market St
4801 W Market St, Greensboro, NC 27409
West Market St in west Greensboro, about 25 miles
Which Cook Out Is Closest to Me Around Asheboro?
Anywhere in Asheboro, the closest Cook Out is 544 E Dixie Dr; in northern Randolph County, Randleman is closer. The table below covers nearby towns and the main attractions people drive in for.
| If you are in or near… | Closest Cook Out | Approximate distance |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Asheboro / Sunset Ave | 544 E Dixie Dr | About 1.5 miles |
| North Carolina Zoo | 544 E Dixie Dr | About 6–7 miles back toward town |
| Randolph Community College | 544 E Dixie Dr | A few minutes across town |
| Randleman, Level Cross | 685 W Academy St, Randleman | In town |
| Archdale, Trinity | High Point S Main St or Randleman | Varies by side of I-74 |
| Ramseur, Franklinville | 544 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro | About 8–12 miles |
| Seagrove (pottery shops) | 544 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro | About 12 miles via I-73/I-74 |
| Siler City | 544 E Dixie Dr for now; Siler City store coming soon | About 20 miles via US-64 |
| Biscoe, Troy, Montgomery County | 544 E Dixie Dr for now; Biscoe store coming soon | About 24 miles |
Distances are approximate. Rush-hour traffic on I-73/I-74 is light compared with the Triad cities, so drive times from Randolph County towns are usually predictable.
Is There a Cook Out Near the North Carolina Zoo?
Yes. The Cook Out at 544 E Dixie Dr is the closest one to the North Carolina Zoo, roughly 6 to 7 miles back toward Asheboro. It is an easy dinner stop after a zoo day, and it stays open far later than most restaurants in the area.
Getting there from the zoo: the zoo’s entrance is on Zoo Parkway (NC-159) southeast of town. Head back toward Asheboro and follow the signs into town to reach Dixie Drive.
Why it works for families: a Jr. Tray from about $5.29 and a Cookout Tray around $7.39–$7.99 make it one of the cheapest ways to feed a carload after paying zoo admission. Kids usually go for chicken strips or a hot dog with fries and a shake.
Timing: the zoo closes in the late afternoon, and the dinner rush at Cook Out often lines up with zoo traffic leaving town. If the line is long, the Randleman store is about 8 miles north on I-73/I-74, on the way home for Triad visitors.
Other attractions: Seagrove’s pottery shops to the south, downtown Asheboro’s Sunset Theatre, and the Uwharrie National Forest to the southwest all bring weekend visitors who end up at the Dixie Dr drive-thru.
How Do I Get to Cook Out From I-73/I-74 or US-64?
From I-73/I-74 (US-220), take one of the Asheboro exits on the west side of town and head east to Dixie Drive; the store is about 1.5 miles from downtown. From the US-64 bypass, exit toward town and follow the signs for Dixie Drive.
| Road | Best Cook Out | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| I-73/I-74 / US-220 (Greensboro–Rockingham) | 544 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro | Leave the freeway at an Asheboro exit and head east to Dixie Dr |
| I-73/I-74 north toward the Triad | 685 W Academy St, Randleman | About 8 miles north of Asheboro |
| US-64 (Lexington–Siler City–Raleigh) | 544 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro | Dixie Dr is the old in-town route of US-64 |
| NC-49 (Charlotte–Liberty) | 544 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro | NC-49 crosses Asheboro |
| NC-159 / Zoo Parkway | 544 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro | Closest after a zoo visit |
| I-85 (Lexington / Thomasville) | Thomasville or Lexington stores | Better if you are already on I-85 |
Travelers driving US-64 between Raleigh and the mountains pass through Asheboro, and the Dixie Dr store is one of very few late-night options between Pittsboro and Lexington. See the Siler City guide for the planned store to the east.
Why Does Asheboro Have Only One Cook Out?
Asheboro is a city of about 27,000 people, and one store on its busiest commercial road covers it; Cook Out’s growth in the area is now aimed at nearby towns. Cook Out’s locator lists new stores coming soon in Siler City (Chatham County) and Biscoe (Montgomery County), both on the edges of Asheboro’s trade area.
Randolph County seat: Asheboro is the county seat of Randolph County, near the geographic center of North Carolina, and draws shoppers from Ramseur, Franklinville, Seagrove, Star and Troy.
Cook Out’s home region: Cook Out was founded in 1989 in Greensboro by Morris Reaves, about 25 miles north of Asheboro. The Triad around Greensboro, High Point and Winston-Salem has one of the densest concentrations of Cook Outs anywhere.
Coming soon: the Siler City store at 1513 E 11th St (about 20 miles east) and the Biscoe store at 101 Montgomery Crossing (about 24 miles south) are listed as coming soon on Cook Out’s locator. Neither has a published opening date, and they are not shown in the store directory until they open.
We have not found a reliable public record of when the Asheboro store opened, so this guide does not give a date.
What Time Does Cook Out Close in Asheboro?
Most Cook Out restaurants, including Asheboro’s, 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 or during bad weather, so check Google Maps or call the store before a very late trip.
| Day | Typical opening | Typical closing |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday–Thursday | 10:30 AM | About 3:00 AM |
| Friday–Saturday | 10:30 AM | About 4:00 AM |
| Major holidays | Varies | Often closed or shortened |
That schedule makes the Dixie Dr store one of the latest-open restaurants in Asheboro. It is drive-thru focused, with a walk-up window and little or no indoor seating, so plan to eat in the car, at a park, or at home. For holiday hours and more detail, see the Cook Out hours guide.
What Should I Order at Cook Out in Asheboro, and What Does It Cost?
Order a Cookout Tray: one entree, two sides and a drink for about $7.39–$7.99. Add a milkshake, about $3.99, from more than 40 flavors. Prices vary slightly by store.
- Cookout Tray: about $7.39–$7.99 (entree + 2 sides + drink)
- Jr. Tray: from about $5.29
- Milkshakes: about $3.99, 40+ flavors
- Popular entrees: Big Double, BBQ sandwich, chicken strips, Cajun chicken, quesadilla
- Popular sides: hush puppies, onion rings, corn dog, cheese bites, fries
- Payment: cash and cards accepted
The “sides” on a tray can be full items such as a corn dog, a chicken wrap or a quesadilla, so a single tray easily feeds a hungry teenager. Cheerwine, the cherry soda made in nearby Salisbury, NC, is on the drink menu, along with sweet tea and Cheerwine floats. See the tray menu, milkshake menu and drinks menu for full lists, or the secret menu for popular hacks.
How Does Cook Out Compare to Other Food in Asheboro?
Cook Out is Asheboro’s cheapest late-night meal; local barbecue and diner spots are the pick for a sit-down lunch. Randolph County sits between the Lexington-style barbecue country of Davidson County and the Triad’s chains, and Asheboro has both.
| Option | Strength | When to choose Cook Out |
|---|---|---|
| Local barbecue restaurants | Lexington-style chopped pork, sit-down plates | When it is after 9 PM or you want a burger and shake |
| Bojangles | Breakfast, biscuits and fried chicken | After breakfast, and especially late at night |
| National burger chains | Indoor seating, rewards apps | When you want two sides and a drink in an under-$8 tray |
| Family diners | Table service, home cooking | When you need speed, or it is after closing time |
Cook Out’s barbecue sandwich is chopped pork served North Carolina style, and the shake menu is far bigger than any competitor’s in town.
Which Nearby Cook Out Guides Should I Check?
For the next stores north, use the Randleman, High Point and Greensboro guides; for the coming-soon store east, see Siler City.
Cook Out RandlemanWest Academy St, about 8 miles north on I-73/I-74.
Cook Out High PointSouth and North Main St stores, 17–23 miles northwest.
Cook Out GreensboroEvery Greensboro store, starting with Randleman Rd.
Cook Out Siler CityThe planned store on E 11th St, about 20 miles east.
Cook Out SanfordFor trips east on US-421 or US-1.
Cook Out North CarolinaAll 144 open stores across the state.
Cook Out Asheboro FAQs
Answers to the questions people ask most.
How many Cook Out locations are in Asheboro, NC?
Cook Out’s store locator lists 1 open Asheboro store as of October 2026: 544 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro, NC 27204, on the south side of town about 1.5 miles from downtown. The next-closest store is in Randleman at 685 W Academy St, about 8 miles north. Older listings of stores at 1220 E Dixie Dr or 601 S Fayetteville St are not on the current locator.
What is the closest Cook Out to the North Carolina Zoo?
The closest is 544 E Dixie Dr in Asheboro, roughly 6 to 7 miles from the zoo entrance on Zoo Parkway (NC-159). Head back toward town after your visit. If you are driving home toward Greensboro or High Point, the Randleman store at 685 W Academy St is another option on I-73/I-74.
What time does the Asheboro Cook Out close?
Most Cook Outs, including Asheboro’s, 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 Google Maps or call the 544 E Dixie Dr store before a very late trip.
Is there a Cook Out on Fayetteville Street in Asheboro?
No. Cook Out’s current store locator does not list a Fayetteville St store in Asheboro. The only open Asheboro location is 544 E Dixie Dr. If you are in north Asheboro or heading toward the Triad, the Randleman store at 685 W Academy St is the next-closest choice.
Is a new Cook Out coming near Asheboro?
Yes, nearby. Cook Out’s locator lists stores as coming soon at 1513 E 11th St in Siler City, about 20 miles east on US-64, and at 101 Montgomery Crossing in Biscoe, about 24 miles south. No opening dates are posted, and no second Asheboro store is listed as of October 2026.
How much is a Cookout Tray in Asheboro?
A Cookout Tray, one entree with two sides and a drink, costs about $7.39 to $7.99, and a Jr. Tray starts around $5.29. Milkshakes are about $3.99 with more than 40 flavors. Exact prices at 544 E Dixie Dr may differ by a few cents from other stores.
How do I get to the Asheboro Cook Out from I-73/I-74?
From I-73/I-74 (US-220) on Asheboro’s west side, take an Asheboro exit and head east to Dixie Drive. The store at 544 E Dixie Dr is on the old US-64 corridor about 1.5 miles from downtown. Use the Google Maps directions button in the store directory for turn-by-turn routing.
Does the Asheboro Cook Out have indoor seating?
Cook Out stores are built around a drive-thru and walk-up window, and most have little or no indoor dining. Plan to order from your car at 544 E Dixie Dr. Cash and cards are accepted, and trays travel well if you are heading back to a hotel or campsite after a day at the zoo.
Find the Cook Out in Asheboro
One store at 544 E Dixie Dr, with Randleman 8 miles north. Tap the store card for Google Maps directions.