Updated for 2026

Hardee's Breakfast Hours

Hardee's serves breakfast from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM at most locations, seven days a week. Here's the full breakdown by day, holiday exceptions, and what to know before you head out for biscuits.

Hardee's storefront drive-thru sign in the early morning during breakfast hours
6AMOpens Daily

Weekly Breakfast Schedule

These are the typical hours followed by most Hardee's locations. Since the majority of restaurants are independently franchised, always confirm with your local store or the app if you're cutting it close to the cutoff.

Hardee's breakfast hours by day
DayBreakfast StartsBreakfast Ends
Monday6:00 AM10:30 AM
Tuesday6:00 AM10:30 AM
Wednesday6:00 AM10:30 AM
Thursday6:00 AM10:30 AM
Friday6:00 AM10:30 AM
Saturday6:00 AM10:30 AM
Sunday7:00 AM10:30 AM

Sunday opening times can run up to an hour later at some locations. Once breakfast ends at 10:30 AM, the full lunch and dinner menu becomes available.

Holiday Hours

Most Hardee's restaurants stay open on major holidays with reduced hours, and drive-thru service is typically still available.

Open
Thanksgiving (reduced hours)
Open
Christmas Eve (reduced hours)
Varies
Christmas Day
Open
New Year's Day

Hours on Christmas Day vary the most by franchise — some locations close entirely, others run a shortened drive-thru-only schedule. Always check the official app for your specific store before visiting on a holiday.

Tips for Beating the Breakfast Cutoff

1

Order 15 minutes early

Kitchens typically stop taking new breakfast orders right at 10:30 AM, not a minute after — plan to order by 10:15 AM to be safe.

2

Use the app to check your store

Franchise-level hours vary, so the app's location lookup is more reliable than a general rule of thumb.

3

Know the Sunday difference

Some locations open breakfast an hour later on Sundays — worth checking if you're planning an early weekend run.

Breakfast Hours FAQ

What time does Hardee's start serving breakfast?

Most locations start serving breakfast at 6:00 AM, seven days a week.

What time does Hardee's breakfast end?

Breakfast service typically ends at 10:30 AM, after which the full lunch and dinner menu takes over.

Are Hardee's breakfast hours different on weekends?

Hours are generally the same on weekends as weekdays — 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM — though some locations open slightly later on Sundays.

Does Hardee's serve breakfast on holidays?

Most locations stay open with reduced hours on major holidays, and breakfast is typically still served, though the exact window can shift.

Can I get breakfast all day at Hardee's?

No, most locations don't offer all-day breakfast. A small number of franchise locations may vary — check with your local store.

Do breakfast hours vary by location?

Yes. Since most restaurants are independently franchised, exact opening times and cutoffs can vary by a few minutes to an hour by store.

Independently Verified Hours

Hours on this page reflect typical scheduling across most Hardee's locations and are reviewed regularly. Actual hours vary by franchise — not affiliated with Hardee's, see our disclaimer.