Cookout Secret Menu [2026] – Milkshakes, Entreés, Sides & More

Are you a Cookout Fan and want to try something new? As we all know, you have tried all the Cookout items and now want something new. Don’t worry, we are here to offer you a list of items that you have never experienced. It’s called the “Cookout Secret Menu”.

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It’s a combination of flexible and smart choices that you make while ordering at Cookout. As you know, Cookout allows customization, add-ins, top-up, and mix-and-match options. That’s the system that allows you to build a unique off-menu combination that people have never heard of or tried before. Mixing and adding, and substitution of existing menu items, create the secret gems that seem exclusive but are made from existing items. 

What is the Cookout Secret Menu?

Cookout Secret Menu is not a dedicated or official menu offered separately from the main menu. Rather, it’s the customization and mix-and-match option at Cookout. To understand the Cookout secret menu, you have to understand the customization and flexibility of the Cookout Restaurant Menu. It’s a menu you can build yourself by customizing and combining Trays, Hamburgers, Milkshakes, Sides, and BBQ plates.

In simpler words, it’s the smart combinations and choices of already existing menu items. When people customize, add-in, or mix-and-match according to their preferences, a unique secret item is built. So, it’s about the choices that you make while ordering your favorites at Cookout. However, below are some of the smart choices and combinations people regularly ordered at Cookout, and you can consider them “Secret”. 

Cookout Secret Menu with Prices (LATEST)

Cookout Secret Menu Items for Entreés

Nacho-Chili-Style-Hamburger

Nacho Chili Style Hamburger

Cheesy, Spicy, and savory hamburger prepared with seasoned beef patty, cheddar cheese, tortilla strips, with a choice of sauce.

House-Style-Hamburger

House Style Hamburger

Juicy and flavorful hamburger with a mix of chicken or beef placed inside a toasted bun with a choice of sauce and toppings (diced onion, lettuce).

All-Style-Hamburger

All Style Hamburger

A fulfilling cheeseburger made with cheddar cheese, with ingredients (onions, lettuce, tomatoes, mustard, chili, slaw) from all other available styles.

Cookout-Chicken-Quesadilla

Chicken Quesadilla + Secret Hot Sauce

A regular Chicken Quesadilla + Quesadilla sauce served with secret Hot Sauce and Cajun seasoning to offer you a burst of flavors in a quesadilla.

Cookout-Mexi-Hot-Dog

Mexi Hot Dog

A secret Hot Dog containing cheddar cheese, chili, Texas Pete, and diced onions. Provided on request at all locations.

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Cheese Dog

A secret menu item without a hot dog. Contains two slices of cheese, slaw, chili, and diced onions, placed inside hot dog buns.

BBQ-Plate

BBQ Plate + Sandwich Slaw (Side)

Order a secret BBQ tray with sandwich slaw on the side + Hushpuppies and Fries. The best alternative to a BBQ Plate.

Cookout Milkshake Secret Menu

Pumpkin-Pie-Milkshake

Pumpkin Pie Milkshake

A fan-favorite seasonal milkshake is not available at all locations initially. This delightful shake contains a Pumpkin Pie shake. You can mix and match it with others to make a unique combination of flavors for yourself.

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Cookies (Nila Wafers) & Candy Add-Ins

Make a dessert-style milkshake by adding crushed Cookies (Oreo, Nila Wafers), Candy, and cheesecake slices to your favorite milkshake. Ask the staff for a mix-and-match of your favorite flavors and add cookies and cheesecake bites of your choice.

Mixed-Flavored-Milkshake

Mixed Flavored Milkshake

Mix-and-match as many milkshake flavors as you like. Cookout normally offers blending two different flavors, but you can add as much as you like. For example, you can make a perfect combo by mixing Banana Pudding, Walnuts, Chocolate Chips, and Oreo to create your personalized flavor. Popular Combos are Cheery + Chocolate, Caramel + Chocolate Chip, and Peanut Butter + Banana.

Cookout Secret Sides Options

Grilled-Cheese-Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

Available as a main course and an individual item at most locations. But you can order it as a side as well in your Cookout Tray.

Cookout-Fried-Okra

Fried Okra

Crispy and tender vegetarian secret southern-favorite side not available on the main menu. Best to choose while ordering a tray as a side.

Cookout-White-Cheddar-Cheese-Bites

White Cheddar Cheese Bites

This all-time favorite Cookout side is available to choose while ordering a tray. Crispy on the outside and tender and cheesy inside.

Walking-Taco

Walking Taco

The best secret menu item for a burst of flavors and crunchiness in one plate. Available in limited locations, but can be provided on request.

Fries-with-Bacon-and-Griiled-Onions

Fries (Bacon + Grilled Onion)

Order your favorite Cookout Fries and top them with bacon and grilled onions. Available as an individual side and can also be ordered as a tray side.

Secret Desserts Options

Cheesecake-Bites

Cheesecake Bites

Find a hearty, delightful sweet after your meal at Cookout. Initially served as a mix-in or add-in in milkshakes, but can also be ordered individually. Ask staff about available cheesecake flavors and order your favorite-flavor cheesecake bites.

Brownie-based-Dessert

Brownie-Based Desserts

Make a perfect combo by ordering the sweetest brownies either with your meal or milkshake. Available at limited locations and can be ordered with toppings of your choice. An option to add whipped cream is also available at some locations.

How to Customize a Secret Menu at Cookout

You can customize the secret menu and build a custom meal that matches your preferences perfectly. You can combine different menu items. For example, you can combine an entree with your custom milkshake flavors and sides with a choice of toppings to make a unique combo and custom secret menu.

To build a custom menu, choose an entree, such as a tray, hamburger, chicken strips, a BBQ plate, or a hot dog. Then you can add other options to your entree, including sides, sauces, and toppings. For example, while choosing sides for your tray, you can add bacon and Onion Rings to the Fries as a substitute for the second side. 

Similarly, you can make a unique secret milkshake flavor by mixing and matching different flavors or adding another flavor to your base flavor. For example, you can choose a banana as a base and add cheesecake and Nila Wafers to build your own secret milkshake flavor. In this way, you can custom-order the menu items and create your own flexible menu at Cookout. 

Tips to Order Cookout Secret Menu

  • Check out all available secret menu items above and ask the staff about their availability before your order.
  • While ordering a milkshake, choose as many flavors as you want. Ask the staff to add Nila wafers if you want the perfect flavor. 
  • Extra toppings or add-ins may cost extra. Ask the staff about the cost before ordering.
  • Remember to exchange items or substitute them for another one. For example, in a BBQ plate, you can substitute a side for extra slaw or fries.
  • Always remember the customization option while visiting Cookout to approach secret menu items. Be realistic and keep an eye on charges while customizing your order.
  • First order a regular menu item and then ask for secret items or changes. Don’t ask directly for a secret item; instead, ask the staff to add your favorite toppings, mix-ins, add-ons, and sauces.
  • Ask for straightforward requests instead of complex requests. It helps in getting the exact items that you are carving for.
  • If you want to enjoy secret items, it’s recommended not to visit during the peak hours. If you visit during busy hours, ask nicely to get what you want.

Seasonal Secret Offerings

Pumpkin-Pie-Milkshake

Pumpkin Pie Milkshake

600-800 Cal. | $2.99-$3.99

Eggnog-Milkshake

Eggnog Milkshake

715 Cal. | $2.99-$3.99

Watermelon-Milkshake

Watermelon Milkshake

645 Cal. | $2.99-$3.99

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Cookout does not offer an official secret menu, but it offers customization options that let you get a secret menu item. The customization option for Tray, hamburgers, and the Mix-and-Match option in Milkshakes lets you build a secret menu.

Yes, you can mix different flavors of your choice to get a desired milkshake flavor. It’s the signature quality of the Milkshake menu. Cookout offers 40+ fancy milkshakes and allows you to add different flavors to a base flavor with mix-ins and cheesecake bites. This makes the milkshake menu flexible and is the base of secret milkshake menu items.

Usually not, but it depends on your choices. For example, there will be no extra charges to add different milkshake flavors. But if you add a cheesecake slice to your milkshake, it will cost extra.

No, there is no secret sauce, but Hot sauce is considered to be a secret sauce. It’s not offered on the main menu but is available at the restaurant.