Cary, North Carolina • Wake County • Research Triangle • 2026
Cook Out Cary NC — Location, Hours & Menu 2026
Cary has one Cook Out location, with a second in neighboring Apex. The 1607 Walnut Street location in Cary closes earlier than most NC Cook Outs — midnight on weekdays, 1:00 AM Friday and Saturday. Apex at 1001 E Williams Street follows the same schedule.
This guide covers both the Cary Cook Out on Walnut Street and the Apex location on E Williams Street, with verified addresses, hours confirmed by Yelp (July 2026), and Google Maps links.
This page covers the Cook Out location in Cary NC at 1607 Walnut Street, plus the Apex location at 1001 E Williams Street. Both are in western Wake County in the Research Triangle area. Cary is one of the largest municipalities in North Carolina with approximately 180,000 residents.
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Other Triangle locations: Cook Out Raleigh • Cook Out Durham • Cook Out Greensboro
Last verified: July 2026 | Sources: Yelp business listings July 2026, cookout.com
Cook Out Cary NC & Apex NC — Both Locations
Cary and Apex are adjacent municipalities in western Wake County. One Cook Out location serves each. Both close earlier than other NC Cook Outs — midnight on weekdays, 1:00 AM on weekends. This is notably different from the 3:00 AM weeknight close that is standard at most NC Cook Out locations.
Important: If you are used to Cook Out being open until 3 AM, Cary and Apex are different. Plan accordingly. Both confirmed via Yelp July 2026.
1. Cary — 1607 Walnut St, Cary NC 27511
⏰ Hours: Opens 10:30 AM • Mon–Thu 12:00 AM • Fri–Sat 1:00 AM • Sun 12:00 AM
Walnut Street runs through central Cary, one block south of the Cary Towne Center area. The 1607 Walnut Street Cook Out is Cary’s only Cook Out location. It sits near the intersection of Walnut Street and SE Cary Parkway in the commercial corridor between downtown Cary and the US-1 interchange. Cary is one of the most affluent and rapidly growing municipalities in North Carolina, with approximately 180,000 residents as of 2025. The Walnut Street location serves central Cary, the communities along Kildaire Farm Road and SW Cary Parkway, and commuters from the Research Triangle Park (RTP) corridor to the northeast. Source: Yelp June 2026.
2. Apex — 1001 E Williams St, Apex NC 27502
⏰ Hours: Opens 10:30 AM • Mon–Thu 12:00 AM • Fri–Sat 1:00 AM • Sun 12:00 AM
E Williams Street is Apex’s main commercial corridor, running east from downtown Apex past the Beaver Creek Commons shopping area. The 1001 E Williams Street Cook Out is Apex’s only Cook Out. Apex has grown rapidly, adding thousands of new residents annually as part of the broader Research Triangle suburban expansion. The E Williams Street location draws from downtown Apex, the Beaver Creek Commons retail corridor, and the residential communities along US-64 between Apex and Holly Springs. Source: Yelp May 2026.
| Location | Address | ZIP | Opens | Mon–Thu & Sun | Fri–Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cary — Walnut St | 1607 Walnut St, Cary | 27511 | 10:30 AM | 12:00 AM (midnight) | 1:00 AM |
| Apex — E Williams St | 1001 E Williams St, Apex | 27502 | 10:30 AM | 12:00 AM (midnight) | 1:00 AM |
What Time Does Cook Out Close in Cary NC?
The Cary and Apex Cook Out locations close significantly earlier than most NC Cook Outs. Midnight on Monday through Thursday and Sunday. 1:00 AM on Friday and Saturday. This is not a mistake. These locations serve a suburban family and tech-worker demographic that differs from the college-town markets where Cook Out typically stays open until 3:00 AM or later.
If you are driving from Raleigh or Durham after midnight on a weekday, the Cary location will be closed. The nearest late-night Cook Out would be the Raleigh locations, which close at 3:00 AM on weeknights.
| Day | Opens | Closes | vs. typical NC Cook Out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30 AM | 12:00 AM | 3 hours earlier than 3 AM standard |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM | 12:00 AM | 3 hours earlier than standard |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM | 12:00 AM | 3 hours earlier than standard |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM | 12:00 AM | 3 hours earlier than standard |
| Friday | 10:30 AM | 1:00 AM | 3 hours earlier than 4 AM standard |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM | 1:00 AM | 3 hours earlier than 4 AM standard |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM | 12:00 AM | 3 hours earlier than standard |
Cary & Apex Neighborhoods Covered by Cook Out
Central Cary: 1607 Walnut St covers downtown Cary, the Cary Towne Center area, Kildaire Farm Road communities, and the western Research Triangle Park commuter corridor. Walnut Street is one of Cary’s primary east-west commercial streets.
Apex / Beaver Creek: 1001 E Williams St covers downtown Apex, the Beaver Creek Commons retail area, and the residential communities along US-64 between Apex and Holly Springs. Apex has been one of the fastest-growing towns in North Carolina for several consecutive years.
Cook Out Cary NC FAQs
Is there a Cook Out in Cary NC?
Yes. The Cary Cook Out is at 1607 Walnut St, Cary NC 27511. It is the only Cook Out location in Cary. Hours: open 10:30 AM, close midnight Monday through Thursday and Sunday, 1:00 AM Friday and Saturday. Source: Yelp June 2026.
What time does Cook Out close in Cary?
The Cary Cook Out closes at midnight (12:00 AM) on weekdays and Sunday, and 1:00 AM on Friday and Saturday. This is significantly earlier than most NC Cook Out locations, which close at 3:00 AM on weeknights.
Is there a Cook Out in Apex NC?
Yes. The Apex Cook Out is at 1001 E Williams St, Apex NC 27502. Hours match the Cary location: midnight on weeknights, 1:00 AM Friday and Saturday. Source: Yelp May 2026.
What is the closest Cook Out open late near Cary?
After midnight on a weekday, the Cary location is closed. The nearest late-night Cook Outs are in Raleigh, which close at 3:00 AM on weeknights. The closest Raleigh options are the Western Blvd location near NC State (3021 Western Blvd) and the Glenwood Avenue location (4700 Glenwood Ave).
Where can I find the full Cookout menu with prices?
The complete Cookout menu with prices and calories is on our main page. Also check the Cookout milkshake menu and Cookout hours.
Sources: Yelp business listings July 2026 | cookout.com | US Census Bureau population data 2025. Independent fan site, not affiliated with Cook Out. Always verify hours before visiting.
Confirm Address & Hours Before You Visit
Remember: Cary and Apex close at midnight on weekdays — 3 hours earlier than most NC Cook Out locations. Use the official locator to confirm.