What Time Does Chick-fil-A Open Today?
Most Chick-fil-A locations open at 6:30 AM and close at 10:00 PM, Monday through Saturday. Every Sunday, all locations are closed and no exceptions. This page has every hours question answered in one place: breakfast, lunch, drive-thru, holiday schedules, and the Sunday policy.
Chick-fil-A Hours 2026: Full Weekly Schedule
Standard hours apply to most of the 2,800+ US Chick-fil-A locations. Your specific restaurant may open or close 30 to 60 minutes earlier or later depending on its operator and location type.
| Day | Opens | Breakfast Ends | Closes | Notes |
|---|
Mall, airport, college campus, and drive-thru-only Chick-fil-A restaurants often run on different schedules. The official Chick-fil-A locator gives exact hours for your nearest restaurant.
Chick-fil-A Breakfast Hours
Breakfast runs from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, Monday through Saturday. After 10:30, the kitchen switches to the lunch menu and breakfast items disappear for the day.
Breakfast Starts
Monday through Saturday
Breakfast Ends
Sharp, no exceptions
Chick-fil-A is closed every Sunday, which means no breakfast service either. Monday through Saturday only.
What's on the Chick-fil-A Breakfast Menu?
The breakfast menu includes the Chicken Biscuit, Egg White Grill, Chick-n-Minis, Hash Brown Scramble Bowl, Greek Yogurt Parfait, and a range of coffee drinks from Chick-fil-A's café line. All of it is available from 6:30 AM until exactly 10:30 AM.
Two minutes late? You're on the lunch menu. The kitchen doesn't split breakfast and lunch service, it's one or the other. If the Chicken Biscuit is a priority, set an alarm and leave buffer time.
Does Chick-fil-A serve breakfast all day?
No. Breakfast ends at 10:30 AM, and that's it. Unlike McDonald's, which introduced all-day breakfast, Chick-fil-A keeps the menus separate. Some fans have been asking for all-day breakfast for years so far, the answer is still no.
When Does Chick-fil-A Start Serving Lunch?
Lunch kicks in at 10:30 AM the moment breakfast ends and runs all the way to closing. No separate dinner cutoff; it's one continuous lunch-and-dinner service.
Lunch Starts
Full menu available from 10:30 AM every day Chick-fil-A is open.
Lunch Ends
The full menu runs right up to closing, no early dinner cutoff.
No Breakfast Overlap
Once lunch starts, breakfast is done. The kitchen doesn't carry both menus at once.
Does Chick-fil-A serve lunch all day?
Yes, from 10:30 AM until closing, the full lunch and dinner menu is available. That means the Spicy Deluxe Sandwich at 10:31 AM is just as available as it is at 9:45 PM. There's no separate dinner menu or service window.
One practical note: high-demand items can sell out toward the end of the night. Waffle Fries are almost never an issue, but limited or seasonal items sometimes run out by 8:30 or 9:00 PM. If you're planning a late trip, the Chick-fil-A app shows real-time item availability at some locations.
Chick-fil-A Drive-Thru Hours
At most Chick-fil-A locations, the drive-thru opens and closes at the exact same time as the lobby. A few exceptions apply. Here's what to know.
6:30 AM to 10:00 PM, Monday through Saturday, same as the lobby. The drive-thru closes when the restaurant closes.
When drive-thru hours are different
Drive-thru-only locations
Newer Chick-fil-A restaurants sometimes have no lobby at all. Same hours 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM but no indoor dining.
Mall locations
Mall Chick-fil-A spots have no drive-thru and operate on mall hours, which often means closing earlier 8:00 or 9:00 PM.
High-traffic suburbs
Some high-volume standalone locations keep the drive-thru open until 11:00 PM on busy nights, particularly Fridays and Saturdays.
Weather closures
Severe weather can temporarily close or reduce drive-thru service. The Chick-fil-A app shows real-time status during disruptions.
Is the drive-thru faster than the lobby?
Usually, yes, Chick-fil-A consistently ranks among the fastest drive-thrus in the US, outperforming most other chains. During peak hours (11:30 AM to 1:30 PM and 5:00 to 7:00 PM), staff often walk the line with tablets to take orders before cars reach the speaker. It cuts wait times significantly.
The fastest option overall is mobile ordering through the Chick-fil-A app. Place your order before you leave home, pull into a dedicated mobile pickup lane, and skip the speaker entirely. It's the move if you're in a rush.
What if the drive-thru line is full?
Chick-fil-A drive-thrus are famously busy, particularly at lunch. If the line extends onto the road or looks like a 20-minute wait, the app's mobile order pickup often has a shorter lane. Alternatively, walk-in orders at the counter are usually faster than a long drive-thru queue.
What Time Does Chick-fil-A Close?
Standard closing time is 10:00 PM. A meaningful number of locations close at 11:00 PM, while mall and airport spots often close earlier.
Standard Locations
The majority of standalone Chick-fil-A restaurants close at 10:00 PM, Monday through Saturday.
High-Traffic Locations
Busy suburban, highway-adjacent, and college-town locations often stay open until 11:00 PM, especially on weekends.
Mall & Airport
Mall and airport Chick-fil-A restaurants follow the facility's schedule, which usually means closing between 8:00 and 9:00 PM.
Does Chick-fil-A stay open later on weekends?
Some do, some don't. There's no chain-wide extended Friday or Saturday policy, individual operators decide. High-volume suburban restaurants in busy markets are the most likely to extend to 11:00 PM on weekend nights. The Chick-fil-A app shows exact closing times for your specific location, including any weekend variations.
Is Chick-fil-A Open on Sunday?
No, and this won't change. Every Chick-fil-A in the US is closed on Sunday, every week, year-round.
This applies to standalone restaurants, mall locations, airport locations, drive-thru-only spots, and college campuses. No location is exempt.
Why is Chick-fil-A closed on Sunday?
Truett Cathy, who opened his first restaurant in 1946, made Sunday closures part of the company from day one. His reasoning: employees should have a guaranteed day off every week to rest, spend time with family, or attend church. The policy has been unchanged for nearly 80 years.
From a business standpoint, it's worth noting that Chick-fil-A generates more revenue per restaurant than McDonald's despite being open only six days a week. The Sunday closure hasn't hurt the business. It's become part of the brand's identity.
Will they ever open on Sundays? Unlikely. The Cathy family still owns the company, and the Sunday closure is written into every franchise agreement. Individual operators have no ability to override it.
What are Chick-fil-A's Saturday hours?
Saturday is a full-service day 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM. It's typically the busiest day of the week. If you're planning a Saturday visit, the drive-thru line at peak times (11 AM to 2 PM) can be substantial. Mobile ordering helps.
Chick-fil-A Holiday Hours 2026: Full Schedule
Chick-fil-A closes completely on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. A handful of other holidays bring reduced hours. Here's the full 2026 calendar so you can plan ahead.
| Holiday | 2026 Date | Day | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Thursday | Reduced Hours | Many locations open 10 AM to 6 PM; some open normally |
| MLK Jr. Day | January 19 | Monday | Normal Hours | 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Valentine's Day | February 14 | Saturday | Normal Hours | 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Presidents' Day | February 16 | Monday | Normal Hours | 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Easter Sunday | April 5 | Sunday | Closed (Sunday) | Closed, regular Sunday policy applies |
| Memorial Day | May 25 | Monday | Normal Hours | 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM at most locations |
| Juneteenth | June 19 | Friday | Normal Hours | 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Independence Day | July 4 | Saturday | Reduced Hours | Many locations close early, often 2:00 to 6:00 PM |
| Labor Day | September 7 | Monday | Normal Hours | 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Columbus Day | October 12 | Monday | Normal Hours | 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Veterans Day | November 11 | Wednesday | Normal Hours | 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Thanksgiving Day | November 26 | Thursday | Closed | All US locations closed and no exceptions |
| Black Friday | November 27 | Friday | Normal Hours | 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM; some locations may extend |
| Christmas Eve | December 24 | Thursday | Early Closure | Most locations close by 2:00 PM |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Friday | Closed | All US locations closed and no exceptions |
| New Year's Eve | December 31 | Thursday | May Close Early | Check your local location; some close by 8:00 PM |
Individual franchise operators decide their own holiday hours within corporate guidelines. The schedule above reflects the typical pattern for most US restaurants, but your local Chick-fil-A may differ. Check the app or call ahead before a holiday trip.
How to Check Hours for Your Local Chick-fil-A
Standard hours cover most restaurants, but yours might open earlier or close later. Here are the four fastest ways to confirm.
Chick-fil-A App
The most reliable source. Shows real-time hours, holiday adjustments, and lets you order ahead. Free on iOS and Android. Search "Chick-fil-A" in your app store.
Google Search
Search "Chick-fil-A near me" on Google. Tap or click your location and you'll see today's hours, the weekly schedule, and real-time open/closed status.
Official Website
Go to chick-fil-a.com/locations, enter your zip code, and see hours for every location in your area, including any special holiday notes the operator has added.
Call the Restaurant
Old-fashioned but effective. On holidays especially, a 30-second phone call beats a wasted trip. The number shows up on Google Maps or the Chick-fil-A app.
Chick-fil-A Hours by Location Type
Not all Chick-fil-A restaurants run the same schedule. Location type makes a significant difference.
Standalone / Strip Mall
6:30 AM to 10:00 PM the standard. These freestanding restaurants are most likely to have extended drive-thru-only hours or later closing times in high-traffic areas.
Shopping Mall
Varies, typically 9 AM to 9 PM. Mall Chick-fil-As follow the mall's operating hours. No drive-thru; mostly counter and sometimes a dining area. Often busiest on weekends during peak shopping hours.
Airport
Varies widely, sometimes 5 AM or later than 10 PM. Airport locations set their own hours based on flight schedules. Some open as early as 5:00 AM for early departures. All still closed on Sunday.
College Campus
Semester schedule, not year-round. Campus Chick-fil-As often close or reduce hours during breaks and finals week. Hours typically align with the cafeteria or student union they're located in.
Drive-Thru Only
6:30 AM to 10:00 PM same as standard hours, but no lobby or indoor dining. These newer-format locations are growing in number and typically have multiple drive-thru lanes.
Stadium / Arena
Event hours only. Chick-fil-A kiosks in sports venues operate during events and for a window around game time. They are not open every day and do not follow the standard restaurant schedule.
Chick-fil-A by the Numbers
A few figures that put the hours and the brand in context.
Chick-fil-A Hours: Frequently Asked Questions
About Chick-fil-A Hours: What You Should Know
This guide is updated regularly throughout 2026 to reflect current hours and holiday schedules. The standard hours 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM, Monday through Saturday, apply to the majority of the 2,800+ Chick-fil-A locations across the United States.
Chick-fil-A operates as a franchise. Corporate Chick-fil-A sets the non-negotiables (Sunday closure, Thanksgiving and Christmas closures), but individual operators control day-to-day hours within those guidelines. That's why two restaurants in the same city can close at different times, same brand, different operators making local calls.
For anything time-sensitive, a holiday trip, an early breakfast run, a late-night craving the Chick-fil-A app is the single most reliable source. It pulls real-time hours directly from each restaurant's own data. Google Maps is a close second and is usually accurate within the same day.
This site is not affiliated with Chick-fil-A, Inc. All hours information is based on publicly available data and standard operating schedules, updated to reflect 2026. Individual location hours may vary.
Can't find your location's hours?
The official Chick-fil-A locator gives exact hours for every restaurant including real-time holiday adjustments.
Find My Chick-fil-A Location Download the App