Breakfast guide · Updated May 2026
Fast Food Breakfast Hours 2026
Real breakfast hours for McDonald's, Chick-fil-A, Burger King, Taco Bell, Wendy's, Starbucks, Sonic, Dunkin', Subway and more — with weekday and weekend cutoffs, all-day breakfast flags, and honest notes on brands that don't serve breakfast at all.
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Brands covered
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Active programs
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All-day breakfast
May 2026
Last updated
Hours vary by location. The times shown are the typical national defaults for US company-operated and most franchised locations. Individual restaurants may open earlier, close earlier, or not participate in a breakfast program at all. Always confirm with the specific restaurant before visiting.
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What time does McDonald's stop serving breakfast?
McDonald's serves breakfast until 10:30 AM weekdays and 11:00 AM on weekends in most US locations — updated May 2026.
| Day | Breakfast hours | All day? |
|---|---|---|
| Mon – Fri | 5:00 AM – 10:30 AM | |
| Sat – Sun | 5:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
McDonald's ended its national all-day breakfast program in 2020. A small number of 24-hour locations may extend breakfast service. Most locations open for breakfast between 5:00–6:00 AM. Some drive-thru-only sites open earlier.
What time does Chick-fil-A stop serving breakfast?
Chick-fil-A serves breakfast until 10:30 AM Monday through Saturday in most US locations — updated May 2026. All Chick-fil-A restaurants are closed on Sunday.
| Day | Breakfast hours | All day? |
|---|---|---|
| Mon – Fri | 6:00 AM – 10:30 AM | |
| Sat only | 6:00 AM – 10:30 AM | |
| Sunday | Closed | — |
All Chick-fil-A restaurants are closed on Sundays. The 10:30 AM breakfast cutoff is consistent across virtually all locations. After 10:30 AM the lunch menu begins. Chick-fil-A does not offer all-day breakfast.
What time does Burger King stop serving breakfast?
Burger King serves breakfast until 10:30 AM on weekdays and 11:00 AM on weekends at most US locations — updated May 2026.
| Day | Breakfast hours | All day? |
|---|---|---|
| Mon – Fri | 6:00 AM – 10:30 AM | |
| Sat – Sun | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
Burger King breakfast hours vary by location more than many chains. Some locations open as early as 5:00 AM, others at 6:00 AM or later. Franchise-operated stores may set different breakfast end times. Check the BK app for your nearest location.
What time does Taco Bell stop serving breakfast?
Taco Bell serves breakfast from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM daily at most US locations — updated May 2026.
| Day | Breakfast hours | All day? |
|---|---|---|
| Mon – Fri | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM | |
| Sat – Sun | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
Taco Bell re-launched its breakfast menu permanently in 2023. The 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM window is the nationally communicated standard, but some high-volume or 24-hour locations may begin breakfast earlier. Not all Taco Bell locations participate — check the Taco Bell app.
What time does Wendy's stop serving breakfast?
Wendy's serves breakfast until 10:30 AM daily at most US locations — updated May 2026.
| Day | Breakfast hours | All day? |
|---|---|---|
| Mon – Fri | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM | |
| Sat – Sun | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM |
Wendy's relaunched breakfast nationally in 2020 and has maintained it as a permanent menu. The 10:30 AM cutoff applies most days, though some locations extend to 11:00 AM. Wendy's does not offer all-day breakfast. Check the Wendy's app for your location's exact hours.
What time does Starbucks stop serving breakfast?
Starbucks serves its food menu (sandwiches, bakery items, and snacks) all day during store hours — there is no breakfast cutoff — updated May 2026.
| Day | Breakfast hours | All day? |
|---|---|---|
| Mon – Fri | Store open – All day | |
| Sat – Sun | All day |
Starbucks does not have a fixed breakfast cutoff. Food items including egg sandwiches, croissants, and bakery items are available from open to close. Store hours vary widely — many locations open at 5:00 AM or 6:00 AM and close at 8:00–10:00 PM. The Starbucks app shows your nearest store's hours.
What time does Sonic Drive-In stop serving breakfast?
Sonic serves its breakfast menu all day — there's no breakfast cutoff at Sonic Drive-In locations in the US — updated May 2026.
| Day | Breakfast hours | All day? |
|---|---|---|
| Mon – Fri | 6:00 AM – All day | |
| Sat – Sun | All day |
Sonic is one of the few major fast food chains with a genuine all-day breakfast policy. Breakfast burritos, French toast sticks, and other breakfast items are available any time during operating hours. Most locations open at 6:00 AM. Hours vary by location.
What time does KFC stop serving breakfast?
KFC does not have a national breakfast program in the United States as of May 2026 — KFC US locations typically open for lunch service only.
KFC does not have a US breakfast program. KFC US does not operate a breakfast menu. Most US locations open at 10:00 AM–11:00 AM for lunch and dinner service only. Note: KFC does serve breakfast in several international markets (UK, Australia, Malaysia) — but not in the United States. If you're looking for KFC breakfast outside the US, hours vary by country and location.
What time does Dunkin' stop serving breakfast?
Dunkin' serves its full breakfast menu all day — bagels, sandwiches, donuts, and coffee are available from open to close — updated May 2026.
| Day | Breakfast hours | All day? |
|---|---|---|
| Mon – Fri | 5:00 AM – All day | |
| Sat – Sun | All day |
Dunkin' is a breakfast-focused chain by design. There is no breakfast cutoff — all food and drink items are available throughout operating hours. Many locations open as early as 4:30 AM or 5:00 AM. Hours vary significantly by location.
What time does Subway stop serving breakfast?
Subway serves breakfast at participating US locations from approximately 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM — though breakfast availability varies significantly by franchise location — updated May 2026.
| Day | Breakfast hours | All day? |
|---|---|---|
| Mon – Fri | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM | |
| Sat – Sun | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
Not all Subway locations participate in the breakfast program. Where available, Subway's egg-based subs and wraps are typically served until 11:00 AM. Since Subway is nearly 100% franchised, hours and breakfast participation vary considerably. Call ahead or check the Subway app to confirm your location serves breakfast.
What time does Popeyes stop serving breakfast?
Popeyes does not operate a national breakfast program in the United States as of May 2026 — most US locations open for lunch service.
Popeyes does not have a US breakfast program. Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen does not serve breakfast in the US. Most locations open at 10:00 AM–10:30 AM for lunch and dinner. Popeyes is focused on its chicken, biscuits, and Cajun-inspired menu — none of which is positioned as a breakfast program.
What time does Domino's stop serving breakfast?
Domino's Pizza does not serve breakfast — Domino's is a pizza delivery and carryout chain with no breakfast menu in the US.
Domino's does not have a US breakfast program. Domino's does not have breakfast hours. Most US locations open at 10:00 AM–11:00 AM for lunch orders and remain open for delivery into the late night. Domino's is strictly a pizza chain — there are no breakfast items on the menu.
At a glance
Breakfast hours comparison 2026
Side-by-side weekday breakfast cutoff times across all major US chains.
| Brand | Weekdays | Weekends | All day? |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's | 5:00 AM – 10:30 AM | 5:00 AM – 11:00 AM | |
| CFChick-fil-A | 6:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Closed Sunday | |
| Burger King | 6:00 AM – 10:30 AM | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM | |
| Taco Bell | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM | |
| Wendy's | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM | 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM | |
| Starbucks | All day | All day | |
| SSonic Drive-In | All day | All day | |
| KFC | No program | No program | |
| Dunkin' | All day | All day | |
| Subway | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM | |
| Popeyes | No program | No program | |
| Domino's | No program | No program |
About this data
How we source fast food breakfast hours
The breakfast hours on this page come from official brand websites, corporate FAQ pages, and publicly-documented franchise guidelines as of May 2026. Where official documentation is unavailable we note that explicitly rather than guessing.
Breakfast hours in the fast food industry are set at the corporate level as a default, but individual franchise operators can adjust them within a permitted range. High-traffic urban locations and 24-hour drive-throughs often have different schedules than suburban or rural franchises. Always use the brand's own app or website to look up your specific location before making a trip.
We update this page whenever a major chain publicly announces a change to its breakfast program. If you notice an error, use our contact page to let us know.
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