Updated June 2026
Chick-fil-A Breakfast Hours
Chick-fil-A serves breakfast from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, Monday through Saturday. All locations are closed on Sundays. Mall, airport, and campus stores may open later or end breakfast at 10:00 AM.
Quick answer: Breakfast menu hours match store breakfast service — about 4 hours each morning, ending at 10:30 AM sharp. No all-day breakfast. Use the app or near-me finder for your exact local times.
Breakfast ends at 10:30 AM — order before then
Standard hours
6:30 – 10:30 AM
Mon–Sat · Closed Sun
- Monday – Friday6:30 – 10:30 AM
- Saturday6:30 – 10:30 AM
- SundayClosed
~4 hr
Window
6 days
Per week
10:30
Hard stop
Breakfast starts
6:30 AM
Most standalone restaurants start breakfast at 6:30 AM local time, Monday through Saturday. High-traffic stores may open at 5:30 or 6:00 AM. Airports can open as early as 4:30 AM for early flights.
Breakfast ends
10:30 AM
Chick-fil-A stops serving breakfast at 10:30 AM sharp. The kitchen switches to lunch immediately — no overlap. A few mall and campus locations end at 10:00 AM. See when breakfast ends.
Right now
Is Chick-fil-A serving breakfast today?
Monday – Saturday
Breakfast is available only before 10:30 AM local time. After 10:30 AM today, you are on the lunch menu until close.
Sunday
Every Chick-fil-A is closed today — no breakfast, lunch, or drive-thru service nationwide.
Open now?
Check the Chick-fil-A One app for live store status, or search Chick-fil-A near me for hours at your closest location.
Tip: Mobile order breakfast the night before and schedule pickup between 6:30 and 10:15 AM to skip the morning rush.
Does Chick-fil-A serve breakfast all day?
No. Chick-fil-A does not offer all-day or 24-hour breakfast. Unlike chains that extended breakfast into the afternoon, Chick-fil-A keeps a tight 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM window so biscuits stay fresh and the kitchen can prep for lunch. After 10:30 AM, only the regular menu is available — sandwiches, nuggets, waffle fries, and salads.
Want breakfast flavors later? Frosted Coffee, tea, and lemonade are served all day; full breakfast items are not.
Weekend
Saturday & weekend breakfast hours
Saturday: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM at virtually every location — same as weekdays. Saturday is one of the busiest breakfast days (family outings, Chick-n-Minis trays, sports mornings). Peak lines run 8:30 – 10:00 AM.
Saturday breakfast: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM · same menu as weekdays
Sunday: Closed — no breakfast anywhere
Planning weekend breakfast? Go Saturday before 10:30 AM, or grab Chick-n-Minis catering trays 24+ hours ahead for group events — see breakfast catering.
Local hours
Chick-fil-A breakfast hours near me
Breakfast hours can differ by city, mall, airport, or campus. A standalone store near you is usually 6:30 – 10:30 AM, but your closest location might open later or stop breakfast at 10:00 AM. Search by ZIP or use your location to see exact daily hours.
- Standalone & drive-thru — most reliable for full breakfast window
- Mall food courts — often skip breakfast entirely
- Airports — may open earlier; confirm terminal hours
- College campuses — follow academic calendar (UCF, JMU, etc.)
Location type
Breakfast hours by location type
Not every Chick-fil-A serves breakfast on the standard 6:30–10:30 AM schedule. Confirm on the app or our location pages before you go.
| Location type | Opens | Breakfast ends | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standalone restaurants | 6:30 AM | 10:30 AM | Most common — about 90% of all Chick-fil-A locations. |
| Early-open standalones | 5:30–6:00 AM | 10:30 AM | Busy markets, near highways or business districts. |
| Mall food courts | 10:00 AM | 10:30 AM (or no breakfast) | Often no breakfast — mall doesn't open in time. |
| Airport locations | 4:30–5:00 AM | 10:30 AM (sometimes later) | Earlier open for early flights. Some serve all-day. |
| College campuses | 7:30 AM | 10:30 AM | Closed weekends, breaks, summer. Follow campus calendar. |
| Hospital cafés | Varies | Varies | Hours match the hospital's food service contract. |
| Truck stops (licensed) | Varies | Varies | Independently operated — confirm directly. |
Drive-thru & delivery
Drive-thru, app, delivery & dine-in breakfast hours
Every ordering channel shares the same breakfast window: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, Mon–Sat. Place delivery orders before 10:30 AM — DoorDash and Uber Eats cut off breakfast with the store.
Dine-in
6:30 – 10:30 AM
Lobby opens with drive-thru.
Drive-thru
6:30 – 10:30 AM
Busiest 7:30 – 9:00 AM weekdays.
Mobile / app
6:30 – 10:30 AM
Schedule pickup before cutoff.
Delivery
6:30 – 10:30 AM
Order must submit before 10:30 AM.
Holidays
Holiday breakfast hours
Most locations serve normal breakfast on federal holidays except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day (closed nationwide). See full hours guide and Christmas Eve hours.
| Holiday | Breakfast hours |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | 6:30 – 10:30 AM (some close early) |
| Memorial Day | 6:30 – 10:30 AM |
| July 4th | 6:30 – 10:30 AM |
| Labor Day | 6:30 – 10:30 AM |
| Thanksgiving | Closed |
| Christmas Eve | 6:30 – 10:30 AM (may close early) |
| Christmas Day | Closed |
10:30 AM switch
When breakfast ends, lunch starts
At 10:30 AM, the kitchen switches from breakfast to lunch — no overlap:
Until 10:30 AM
Breakfast only
- Chicken Biscuit, Spicy Biscuit
- Chick-n-Minis, Egg White Grill
- Hash Brown Scramble Bowl & Burrito
- Hash Browns, Fruit Cup, Parfait
From 10:30 AM
Lunch menu only
- Chicken Sandwich, Nuggets, Fries
- Salads, Cool Wrap, Kids meals
- Milkshakes, treats, full drinks menu
Popular breakfast before 10:30
Never miss breakfast
- Schedule in the app — pick up between 6:30 and 10:15 AM.
- Be in line by 10:25 AM — cutoff is 10:30 AM sharp.
- Quiet windows: 6:30–7:15 AM and 9:30–10:15 AM.
- Saturday rush: 8:30–10:00 AM — go early or use mobile order.
- Verify local hours — mall, airport, and campus stores vary.
- No Sunday breakfast — closed every Sunday nationwide.
Related guides
FAQs
Chick-fil-A breakfast hours — questions answered
Start time, end time, Saturday, near me, menu hours, all-day breakfast, and more.
What are Chick-fil-A breakfast hours? +
Chick-fil-A breakfast hours are 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, Monday through Saturday at the vast majority of locations. All Chick-fil-A restaurants are closed on Sundays, so breakfast is not served on Sundays. A small number of mall, airport, and college campus locations end breakfast at 10:00 AM or open later.
What time does Chick-fil-A start serving breakfast? +
Most Chick-fil-A restaurants start serving breakfast at 6:30 AM Monday through Saturday. Some standalone locations open as early as 5:30 AM or 6:00 AM. Airport, mall, and college campus locations typically open later — sometimes as late as 7:00 or 8:00 AM. Check your local restaurant page for the exact opening time.
What time does Chick-fil-A stop serving breakfast? +
Chick-fil-A stops serving breakfast at 10:30 AM Monday through Saturday at almost every location. The cutoff is firm — once 10:30 AM hits, the kitchen switches over to the lunch menu and breakfast items (biscuits, Chick-n-Minis, Egg White Grill, Hash Browns) are no longer available until the next morning.
When does Chick-fil-A breakfast end? +
Chick-fil-A breakfast ends at 10:30 AM local time, Monday through Saturday. There is no grace period — order before 10:30 AM to guarantee breakfast items. Mobile orders placed through the Chick-fil-A One app must be submitted before 10:30 AM as well.
Does Chick-fil-A serve breakfast all day? +
No. Chick-fil-A does not serve breakfast all day. Breakfast is only available from open until 10:30 AM, Monday through Saturday — roughly a 4-hour window. After 10:30 AM you can only order from the regular lunch and dinner menu.
Does Chick-fil-A have 24-hour breakfast? +
No. Chick-fil-A is not open 24 hours and does not offer 24-hour breakfast. Restaurants open in the morning (typically 6:30 AM) and close in the evening (usually 9:00–10:00 PM). Breakfast is the first 4 hours of service each weekday morning.
What are Chick-fil-A breakfast menu hours? +
The breakfast menu — biscuits, Chick-n-Minis, Egg White Grill, hash browns, and scramble bowls — is available during the same window as breakfast service: typically 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM Monday through Saturday. See our breakfast menu for items, prices, and calories.
Is Chick-fil-A serving breakfast today? +
If today is Sunday, no — every Chick-fil-A is closed. Monday through Saturday, yes during 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM local time (before 10:30 AM only). Use the Chick-fil-A One app or our near-me finder to confirm your store is open and still on breakfast.
What are Chick-fil-A breakfast hours on Saturday? +
Saturday Chick-fil-A breakfast hours are 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM at virtually all locations — identical to weekday breakfast. Saturday is one of the busiest breakfast days; expect longer drive-thru lines between 8:30 and 10:00 AM.
Does Chick-fil-A serve breakfast on Sunday? +
No. All Chick-fil-A restaurants are closed every Sunday, so breakfast is never available on Sundays. This is a company-wide policy established by founder S. Truett Cathy to give employees a day off to rest, worship, or spend time with family.
What are Chick-fil-A weekend breakfast hours? +
Saturday breakfast runs 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM at most stores. Sunday is closed nationwide — there is no weekend breakfast on Sunday. Plan Saturday morning visits or use Friday if you need breakfast before the weekend ends.
Can you order Chick-fil-A lunch during breakfast hours? +
No. The lunch menu (Chicken Sandwich, Nuggets, Waffle Potato Fries, salads, milkshakes) is not available during breakfast hours. The kitchen is fully set up for breakfast prep until 10:30 AM and switches to lunch at exactly 10:30 AM. You cannot order Waffle Fries or a Chicken Sandwich before 10:30 AM.
Can you order Chick-fil-A breakfast during lunch hours? +
No. Once Chick-fil-A switches to the lunch menu at 10:30 AM, breakfast items are no longer available for the rest of the day. The kitchen breaks down breakfast equipment and you cannot order biscuits, Chick-n-Minis, Hash Browns, or the Egg White Grill after 10:30 AM until the next morning.
What time does Chick-fil-A switch from breakfast to lunch? +
Chick-fil-A switches from breakfast to lunch at 10:30 AM Monday through Saturday. The transition happens immediately — there is no overlap window where both menus are available. By 10:31 AM the lunch menu is up and breakfast is gone.
How long are Chick-fil-A breakfast hours? +
Chick-fil-A breakfast runs about 4 hours each weekday — from 6:30 AM open until 10:30 AM cutoff. Locations that open at 6:00 AM have a 4.5-hour breakfast window. Sunday is closed, so weekly breakfast service totals roughly 24 hours across the 6 open days.
Are Chick-fil-A breakfast hours the same at every location? +
No. Standalone Chick-fil-A restaurants are most consistent (6:30 AM – 10:30 AM Mon–Sat), but mall, airport, hospital, and college campus locations follow their host venue's hours. A mall food court Chick-fil-A may not open until 10:00 AM and serve breakfast for only 30 minutes. Always check your specific location.
What are Chick-fil-A breakfast hours near me? +
To find Chick-fil-A breakfast hours near you, use our near-me location finder or chick-fil-a.com/locations. Enter your ZIP code or city to see nearest restaurants with daily hours — some locations open earlier than 6:30 AM or end breakfast at 10:00 AM.
What time does Chick-fil-A drive-thru open for breakfast? +
The Chick-fil-A drive-thru opens at the same time as the restaurant — typically 6:30 AM Monday through Saturday. At many busy standalone locations, the drive-thru is the first lane to open and can begin taking breakfast orders right at 6:30 AM. Mobile pickup and curbside follow the same schedule.
Does Chick-fil-A breakfast delivery have different hours? +
Chick-fil-A breakfast delivery via DoorDash, Uber Eats, or the Chick-fil-A One app follows the same in-store breakfast hours: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM Mon–Sat. Delivery orders must be placed before 10:30 AM. After 10:30 AM you can only order lunch and dinner items for delivery.
Do Chick-fil-A breakfast hours change on holidays? +
Yes, holiday breakfast hours can vary. Chick-fil-A is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. On Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day, breakfast is usually served on the normal 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM schedule, but individual operators may close early or open later. Always confirm with your local store.
What time do college campus Chick-fil-A locations serve breakfast? +
College campus Chick-fil-A locations (UCF, JMU, UF, Clemson, etc.) follow their campus dining hours, which often differ from standalone restaurants. Campus breakfast typically runs 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM during the school year and may be limited or closed during summer, holidays, and breaks. Check your campus dining website.
What time do airport Chick-fil-A locations serve breakfast? +
Airport Chick-fil-A locations often open earlier than standalone restaurants — some as early as 4:30 or 5:00 AM to catch early flights. Breakfast typically ends at 10:30 AM, but a few airport locations serve breakfast longer or all day depending on the terminal's operating agreement. Confirm at your specific airport.
Do mall food court Chick-fil-A locations serve breakfast? +
Most mall food court Chick-fil-A locations do not serve breakfast because the mall doesn't open until 10:00 or 11:00 AM. A handful of mall locations with separate exterior entrances open earlier and serve breakfast. Standalone Chick-fil-A restaurants near malls are your best bet for breakfast.
Are Chick-fil-A breakfast hours different for dine-in vs drive-thru? +
No. Dine-in and drive-thru breakfast hours at Chick-fil-A are identical — both run from open (typically 6:30 AM) until 10:30 AM Monday through Saturday. Mobile pickup, curbside, and delivery also follow the same window.
Why does Chick-fil-A stop serving breakfast so early? +
Chick-fil-A ends breakfast at 10:30 AM because the kitchen needs time to fully transition to the lunch menu, which uses different prep stations and fryers. The 10:30 cutoff is industry-standard for major fast-food chains. Chick-fil-A prioritizes freshness — biscuits are baked fresh in batches and cannot be carried into lunch service.
Can you order ahead for Chick-fil-A breakfast? +
Yes. The Chick-fil-A One app lets you order breakfast ahead of time and choose a pickup time within the breakfast window. You can order as early as the app allows (often the night before) but the pickup time must fall within breakfast hours (6:30 AM – 10:30 AM). The app will not let you select a pickup time after 10:30 AM for breakfast items.
Does the Chick-fil-A One app show real-time breakfast hours? +
Yes. The Chick-fil-A One app displays your selected restaurant's exact breakfast hours, which can differ from the standard 6:30–10:30 AM at airport, mall, hospital, and campus locations. The app also blocks breakfast items from being ordered after the local cutoff.
What happens if I get to Chick-fil-A at exactly 10:30 for breakfast? +
It depends on the location. Some operators are flexible if you're in line by 10:30 AM and will fulfill your breakfast order. Others enforce the cutoff strictly the moment 10:30 hits. To be safe, place your order through the drive-thru or app a few minutes before 10:30 AM.
Has Chick-fil-A ever offered all-day breakfast? +
No. Chick-fil-A has never offered an all-day breakfast menu nationwide. Unlike McDonald's (which ran all-day breakfast 2015–2020), Chick-fil-A has consistently kept breakfast a morning-only service to maintain operational efficiency and freshness.
Does Chick-fil-A serve breakfast at 11 AM? +
No. Chick-fil-A does not serve breakfast at 11 AM. Breakfast ends at 10:30 AM and the lunch menu takes over until close. If it's 11 AM and you want a breakfast-style item, the closest options are the Grilled Chicken Sandwich, salads, or a Frosted Coffee from the all-day menu.
What's the latest I can order Chick-fil-A breakfast? +
The latest you can order Chick-fil-A breakfast is 10:29 AM. The 10:30 AM cutoff is firm at most locations. If you arrive after 10:30 AM, you'll only be able to order from the lunch menu. Order through the Chick-fil-A One app at least 5 minutes before 10:30 AM to be safe.
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Last updated: June 2026. Hours vary by operator — confirm with your local Chick-fil-A before visiting.