Fast Food Chains Closed on Sundays — Complete Guide
Most fast food chains are open 7 days a week, but a few notable exceptions close on Sundays.
Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A is the most famous Sunday-closed chain. Every single location is closed on Sunday — this policy has been in place since founder S. Truett Cathy established it in 1946.
What About Other Chains?
Most other major chains are open 7 days a week. McDonald's, Burger King, Taco Bell, and Wendy's are all open every day. So are Sonic, Arby's, KFC, Five Guys, and Dunkin' — Sunday is a normal operating day across the industry, with hours varying by location.
Which Chains Are Open on Sundays?
Among the chains we track, Sunday service is the rule rather than the exception. McDonald's serves breakfast until 11:00 AM on Sundays at most locations, and lunch and dinner service continues into the evening. Taco Bell runs its breakfast menu from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM every day of the week, including Sunday, before switching to the regular menu. Starbucks stores typically open around 6:00 AM on Sundays, making it one of the earliest Sunday options for coffee. Burger King and Wendy's also keep standard Sunday hours at nearly all locations.
Holiday Hours
Many chains have reduced hours on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving, and some close entirely. Krispy Kreme, for example, lists Thanksgiving and Christmas Day as holiday closures at most shops. Use our restaurant guides to find locations near you.
How to Confirm Your Local Sunday Hours
Sunday hours can vary by franchise owner, mall location, and region. The most reliable way to confirm is the chain's official store locator or mobile app. McDonald's has an official restaurant locator, Krispy Kreme publishes a shop locator, and most chains show current hours before you place an order. When in doubt, check the app's store page — it reflects the franchise's actual operating hours, including any Sunday adjustments.
The Bottom Line
Chick-fil-A is the only major national chain that closes every Sunday, and its policy isn't changing. For everyone else, Sunday hours are standard but not guaranteed to match a nearby location — confirming with the app or locator takes 30 seconds and saves you a wasted trip.
Sources & References
Chick-fil-A — chick-fil-a.com · McDonald's — mcdonalds.com · Burger King — bk.com · Taco Bell — tacobell.com · Wendy's — wendys.com · Krispy Kreme — krispykreme.com. See our Chick-fil-A menu, McDonald's menu, and current deals for more details.