The Cook Out Secret Menu & Pro Hacks
The official Cook Out Menu is just the beginning. Discover milkshake mashups, tray hacks, hidden items like the Banana Dog, and the legendary Double Up strategy that turns one tray into a feast.
Yes! While Cook Out does not publish an official secret menu, employees and fans have developed dozens of Cook Out Hacks over the years. The most famous include the Peanut Butter Banana Oreo Shake, ordering Double Quesadillas as tray sides, and the legendary Banana Dog. Most locations will happily make any reasonable combination — just ask politely at the window.
Top 10 Cook Out Secret Menu Items
Ranked by popularity and fan ratings from the Cook Out community.
Peanut Butter Banana Oreo Shake
Order a Peanut Butter Banana shake and ask them to add Oreo crumbles. The result is a thick, creamy masterpiece that tastes like a frozen peanut butter pie.
The Walk-In Taco
Order a Beef Quesadilla as your tray side, then open it up and stuff your Cajun Fries inside. Add Cook Out Sauce for the full experience.
Double Quesadilla Tray
Double Up on Quesadillas as your sides with any main. You effectively get three entrees for the price of one tray. The best value hack on the Cook Out Menu.
The Banana Dog
A banana served in a hot dog bun with your choice of toppings. While not officially on the menu, many locations will make it if you ask. A quirky Cook Out original.
Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dog Deluxe
Order a Bacon Wrap and add chili, cheese, and coleslaw on top. Essentially a fully loaded Bacon Wrap that goes beyond the standard offering.
The Chocolate-Covered Cherry
Order a Chocolate Cherry shake and ask for extra chocolate chips blended in. Tastes exactly like a chocolate-covered cherry candy.
Reese’s Overload Shake
Combine Reese’s Peanut Butter + Reese’s Cup + extra chocolate syrup. For serious peanut butter lovers only — extremely rich and decadent.
The Cowboy Burger
Order an Out West Style Burger and add bacon and BBQ sauce. A meat-lover dream with onion rings, bacon, and BBQ on a char-grilled patty.
Cheese Fry Quesadilla
Order Cheese Fries and a Quesadilla side. Open the quesadilla and stuff cheese fries inside. The ultimate comfort food combination.
The Banana-Berry Blend
Order Banana + Strawberry + Blueberry shake. Tastes like a thick, creamy fruit smoothie but with the signature Cook Out density.
Pro Tips for Ordering at Cook Out
Ranked by popularity and fan ratings from the Cook Out community.
You can add Cook Out Sauce to ANY item for free. It elevates everything from fries to wraps.
You can add Cook Out Sauce to ANY item for free. It elevates everything from fries to wraps.
You can add Cook Out Sauce to ANY item for free. It elevates everything from fries to wraps.
You can add Cook Out Sauce to ANY item for free. It elevates everything from fries to wraps.
You can add Cook Out Sauce to ANY item for free. It elevates everything from fries to wraps.
You can add Cook Out Sauce to ANY item for free. It elevates everything from fries to wraps.
The Double Up Strategy Explained
The Double Up is the most powerful tool on the Cook Out Menu. When building your Cook Out Tray, you are allowed two sides. Instead of choosing two different sides, you can Double Up and get two of the same item.
Best Double Up Combinations: |
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Double Quesadilla — Turns your tray into a 3-entree feast |
Double Corn Dog — Two corn dogs as sides is pure comfort |
Double Cajun Fries — For the spice lover who needs extra heat |
Double Bacon Wrap — The most indulgent side combo possible |
Double Cheese Bites — Cheesy perfection, relatively low calorie |
Pro Tip
Simply say “Double Up on [item name]” when ordering. Every Cook Out employee knows this phrase.
Try These Hacks on Your Next Cook Out Run
Now that you know the secrets, find your nearest location and order like a pro.