Restaurant Chains Serving Easter Sunday Breakfast and Dinner

Easter Sunday falls on April 5, 2026. Many national restaurants will remain open that day.

Open on Easter Sunday

Hours often vary by franchise and location. Call ahead or check each chain’s store locator.

• Applebee’s — Most locations plan to open, with hours set by franchise owners.
• Buffalo Wild Wings — Most restaurants will operate on regular Sunday schedules.
• Benihana — Typically open for hibachi service, but local hours may differ.
• Burger King — Most outlets remain open, although some may shorten hours.
• Cheesecake Factory — Open at many locations; expect possible adjusted hours.
• Chili’s — Expected to serve dine-in guests, with hours varying locally.
• Denny’s — Open 24/7, with no changes announced for the holiday.
• Domino’s — Most stores offer delivery and carryout on Easter.
• Cracker Barrel — Open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Easter Sunday.
• Dunkin’ — Many shops will be open, though some may reduce hours.
• Golden Corral — Most locations follow standard hours on Easter.
• IHOP — Open nationwide, either 24/7 or on regular Sunday schedules.
• Jimmy John’s — Open at many locales; check hours with local stores.
• KFC — Most restaurants are expected to open, with local variations possible.
• McDonald’s — Most locations will operate, but hours vary by franchise.
• Olive Garden — Open on Easter, following usual Sunday operating hours.
• Red Lobster — Plans to open many sites; some may offer takeout only.
• Sonic Drive-In — Operating under normal Sunday hours with drive-in service.
• Starbucks — Stores will be open, though many will have adjusted hours.
• Subway — Most franchises will open; hours depend on the owner.
• Taco Bell — Expected to open most locations with regular Sunday hours.
• Texas Roadhouse — Many locations will serve guests; hours may vary.
• Waffle House — Open 24/7, year-round, including Easter Sunday.
• Wendy’s — Most restaurants will operate, with local hour differences possible.

Closed on Easter Sunday

Several chains will close nationwide for the holiday. Some operators pause service to give staff the day off.

• Cava — Closed at all locations for Easter observance.
• Chick‑fil‑A — Always closed on Sundays, including Easter.
• Chipotle — All locations will be closed on Easter Sunday.
• Firehouse Subs — Closed for the holiday to allow employee time off.
• Panera Bread — Most cafés will be closed; a few franchisees might open.
• Raising Cane’s — Closed at all locations for Easter.

Planning tips

Confirm hours before you go. Use each restaurant’s online locator or call the local store.

Make reservations if you expect a sit-down meal. Many places change schedules for holidays.

This guide covers restaurant chains serving Easter Sunday breakfast and dinner. Filmogaz.com compiled these details for April 5, 2026.