Big Double vs. Regular – What’s Actually the Difference?

This is probably the single most common point of confusion for anyone ordering at Cook Out for the first time. Both cost $3.39 and carry roughly the same calorie count, so the choice isn’t obvious. The Regular is one thicker 1/4 lb patty juicier in the center, better if you want the meat itself to be the focus. The Big Double uses two thinner patties that together weigh about the same. More surface area on the grill means more char throughout, and if you’re stacking a lot of toppings, the double patty structure holds them better. Same price, genuinely different eating experience.

Cookout Style is the house signature and the most ordered configuration at most locations. The combination of homemade chili and creamy coleslaw on a burger draws directly from the North Carolina chili slaw tradition the same logic behind a chili slaw dog. The chili adds richness, the slaw brings cool creaminess and crunch, and the yellow mustard sharpens everything. This is the style to order first if you want to understand what Cook Out is actually about.

Out West Style leans into a classic American BBQ burger format smoky BBQ sauce, crispy bacon, pickles, and onions but the char grilled patty underneath makes a real difference compared to the same toppings on a flat top burger. The smokiness in the meat reinforces the smokiness in the sauce instead of competing with it. This style runs heavier on calories because of the bacon and BBQ sauce stacking.

Steak Style takes a different direction. A1 sauce usually lives on steakhouse tables, and it brings an earthy, tangy complexity a burger’s usual ketchup or mustard don’t produce. Paired with grilled onions, lettuce, and tomato, this is the most “composed” style on the menu it eats less like fast food and more like a proper sit down burger. It’s also the lowest calorie style addition of the four at +100.

Cheddar Style is exactly what it sounds like a burger built for cheese lovers. Melted cheddar, bacon, grilled onions, and mayo combine into something rich and indulgent, adding 240 calories on top of the base patty, the highest of any named style. If you’re going this route for maximum flavor, the Huge Burger base makes the most sense on a Small, the toppings can overpower the meat.

Three Custom Build Ideas Worth Trying

The Southern Stack: Big Double, Cookout Style, add a Cheese Slice and Fresh Jalapeño. The slaw and chili from Cookout Style are already doing a lot of work, but the jalapeño adds brightness that cuts through the richness, and the extra cheese turns it into something no named style offers on its own.

The A1 Bacon Build: Regular Burger, Steak Style, add Bacon and a Cheese Slice. This keeps the calorie count manageable while giving you real complexity the A1 and grilled onions from Steak Style, plus crispy bacon and melted cheese, produce something that genuinely eats above its price point.

The Loaded Huge: Huge Burger, Cheddar Style, add Homemade Chili and Homemade Slaw. Yes, this is essentially a Cheddar/Cookout Style hybrid, and yes, it’s a lot of food but the Huge patty weight justifies every topping. This is peak Cook Out in a single order.

What burger styles does Cook Out offer?

Four named styles: Cookout Style (chili, slaw, mustard, onions), Out West Style (BBQ sauce, bacon, pickles, onions), Steak Style (A1 sauce, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, mayo), and Cheddar Style (cheddar cheese, bacon, grilled onions, mayo). You can also order any size plain and build freely from the addon list.

What sizes do Cook Out burgers come in?

Four sizes: Small (1/8 lb, ~$2.49), Regular (1/4 lb, ~$3.39), Big Double (two patties totaling ~1/4 lb, ~$3.39), and Huge (two patties totaling 1/2 lb, ~$4.49).

What’s the difference between the Big Double and the Regular?

Both cost $3.39 and weigh about the same. The Regular is one thick 1/4 lb patty juicier in the center. The Big Double uses two thinner patties that together hit roughly the same weight, with more char surface area on each. Same price, same calories, different texture. For loaded builds, the Big Double holds toppings better.

Are Cook Out burgers grilled or fried?

Grilled on an open flame gas grill, not a flat top fryer. This is the source of the grill marks and the smoky char note that distinguishes Cook Out burgers from most fast food chains.

Does Cook Out use fresh beef?

Cook Out uses fresh beef patties cooked to order on a gas grill they are not pre frozen or pre cooked and held under a heat lamp. This is one of the reasons the burgers take slightly longer than some other drivethru options.

What is the most popular Cook Out burger?

The Cookout Style burger on a Regular base. It’s the house signature build chili, slaw, mustard, onions and the one most regulars recommend to first timers. It’s the highest ordered configuration at most locations.

What is Cookout Style and what makes it different?

Cookout Style bundles homemade chili, creamy coleslaw, yellow mustard, and onions. It’s rooted in the North Carolina chilislaw tradition and is the most regionally distinctive option on the menu.

What is Out West Style at Cook Out?

BBQ sauce, crispy bacon, pickles, and onions the boldest and smokiest of the four styles, and it pairs especially well on a Huge or Big Double base.

Can I customize my burger beyond the named styles?

Yes. The styles are presets, not locked configurations. Remove any ingredient from a style and add anything from the full addon list. There’s no custom builder menu just tell the cashier or drive thru what you want, and they’ll accommodate it.

Does Cook Out have cheeseburgers?

Yes. Add a Cheese Slice (~$0.50) to any burger, order the Cheddar Style which already includes melted cheddar, or add a Cup of Cheese (~$1.00) for a poured version. All three options are available on any size.

Can you add bacon to any Cook Out burger?

Yes. Bacon is available as an addon for approximately $0.95 and can be added to any burger regardless of style or size.

Can you order a burger without a bun?

You can request no bun at the window. Cook Out doesn’t have a formal lettuce wrap option listed on the standard menu, but instore requests are generally accommodated. Worth confirming with your specific location.

What burger comes in a Cook Out Tray?

Any burger size Small, Regular, Big Double, or Huge can be the main in a Cook Out Tray. The Tray includes your burger, two sides, and a drink, and the Tray price varies based on which burger size you select.

Does Cook Out offer a vegetarian burger?

No. All Cook Out burgers use beef patties there are no veggie burger or plant based patty options on the standard menu. For vegetarian friendly items, see the Cook Out Vegan Options page.

What’s the cheapest burger at Cook Out?

The Small Burger at approximately $2.49 a single 1/8 lb patty. A solid option for lighter appetites or for building a Tray where the two sides carry more of the meal.

Which Cook Out burger has the most calories?

A Huge Burger with Cheddar Style toppings, approximately 760 estimated calories. Cheddar Style adds the highest calorie topping package of any named style (+240 on the base), and the Huge base starts at ~520 before toppings.

Which burger build is best for high protein?

A Huge Burger Cheddar Style comes in at approximately 40g of protein, making it the most protein dense standard build. Adding bacon on top of any build adds another roughly 5–7g of protein depending on portion.

Do prices vary by location?

Yes. All prices listed on this page are estimates based on publicly available menu boards and customer reported figures. Exact costs vary by restaurant and change over time. Confirm current prices at your local Cook Out before ordering.