Cookout Gulfport MS: Now Open — Location, Menu & Hours (2026)

After months of construction and anticipation, Cookout has officially arrived on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The North Carolina-based chain — famous for its budget-friendly Cook Out Trays, char-grilled burgers, and a lineup of over 40 milkshake flavors — opened its doors in Gulfport on June 24, 2026, following a soft opening the evening before, as first reported by WLOX. Local residents no longer have to cross state lines into Alabama or drive to Hattiesburg for their late-night Cook Out fix.

This guide covers everything you need to know about the new Gulfport location: exact address, cookout menu with prices, and the most current word on operating hours.

Where Is Cook Out Gulfport MS Located?

The new restaurant sits right on the busy U.S. 49 corridor, taking over the former Moe’s Southwest Grill building — a spot Gulfport officials and Cook Out representatives began discussing back in late 2025, according to the Sun Herald.

Parking & Drive-Thru

True to the classic Cook Out format, this location features:

1. Double Drive-Thru Lanes — designed for fast turnaround, especially during the late-night rush
2. Walk-Up Window — good for a quick order without waiting in the drive-thru line
3. Limited Indoor Seating — this location leans toward takeout rather than dine-in
4. On-Site Parking — expect it to fill up fast during the first few weeks as coastal residents check out the new spot.

Because the restaurant stays open well past midnight, it’s expected to become a favorite with hospitality and casino workers coming off late shifts along the Coast.

🍔 Cookout Gulfport MS Menu & Combo Guide

The Gulfport restaurant carries the brand’s full Southeastern menu. The real trick to ordering like a regular is knowing that Cook Out lets you mix entirely different items as your two “sides” — so a tray isn’t really one meal, it’s three mini-meals in one box.

Low-Cost Add-ons & Sides

1. Single Burger / Chicken Sandwich: $3.99 – $4.59
2. Corn Dog / Chicken Quesadilla (Single): $1.99
3. French Fries / Onion Rings / Hushpuppies: $2.19
4. Cheerwine Float: $2.99

⏰ Restaurant Hours

Here’s where it’s worth being upfront: Cook Out had not published permanent, official hours for the Gulfport location as of this writing. On opening night (June 23, 2026), the store closed at 10 p.m. for its soft opening, but management confirmed the location would stay open going forward, per WLOX.

Based on Cook Out’s standard hours at its other Southeastern locations, you can generally expect something close to:

1. Sunday – Thursday: 10:30 AM – 1:00/2:00 AM (estimated)
2. Friday – Saturday: 10:30 AM – 3:00/4:00 AM (estimated, extended late-night hours)

These are typical chain-wide hours, not confirmed Gulfport-specific hours. Since the location is still in its early weeks, call ahead or check the restaurant’s Google listing before making a late-night run.

🎯 Quick Facts

❓ FAQ

Cook Out hasn’t published official permanent hours yet for this location. Chain-wide, most locations run roughly 10:30 AM to 1–2 AM on weekdays and later on weekends, but confirm locally before visiting.

Final Thoughts

Cook Out’s arrival gives Gulf Coast residents their first taste of the chain without a road trip to Hattiesburg or Mobile. Whether it’s a Big Double Burger, a classic Tray, or one of the 40+ milkshake flavors, the new spot at 11464 U.S. 49 brings the same late-night value Cook Out fans know from across the Southeast. Just double-check hours before a late run until the location settles into a permanent schedule.