Here’s When Your Favorite Fast Food Restaurant Stops Serving Breakfast

As a mom, one of your many responsibilities is to come up with new breakfast ideas for busy weekday mornings. Sure, you likely have your own list of recipes that you like to make at home, but with such a hectic schedule, it may not be possible to always cook something right there in your kitchen. Instead, you may need to go out and get a breakfast meal from somewhere else. However, before you go for your next early meal, check out this list of when your favorite fast food restaurant stops serving breakfast.

We’ve compiled a list of 15 different restaurants that can satisfy your breakfast needs. Many of them stop serving breakfast at a certain time every day. Places like McDonalds, Burger King, and Wendy’s come to mind. Some restaurants, like Chick-fil-A, are only open Monday – Saturday, which is something to keep in mind. There are also restaurants on this list that serve breakfast all day. So, if you work a different schedule, you can get breakfast at Sonic, Cinnabon, Dunkin’ Donuts, and even White Castle at any time. Here is a list you can refer to before packing the whole family in the car.

McDonald’s

We start with one of the most beloved fast-food restaurants of all time. Without a doubt, McDonald’s has the best breakfast in the game. There are countless items on the menu and the chances are that you’ve had at least one. There are several versions of the Egg McMuffin, the sausage burrito, and the tasty hotcakes. Then, there’s the Big Breakfast options, which can include a biscuit, hash browns, sausage, scrambled eggs, and more. That’s all in addition to the regular lunch items, such as the Big Mac and Chicken McNuggets. This famous fast-food restaurant stops serving breakfast at either 10:30 or 11:00 am depending on your preferred location. Just beware that they’ll stop serving on the dot and not a minute later.

Starbucks

When it comes to starting your day, you can’t go wrong with Starbucks. They have a coffee beverage for every taste and preference, from their cafe lattes to their specialty drinks. You also have a decent selection of breakfast food options. There are many different sandwiches, including the egg, pesto & mozzarella sandwich, their impossible breakfast sandwich, and the bacon, gouda & egg sandwich. There are also many wraps, including the bacon, sausage & egg wrap and the spinach, feta & egg white wrap. It’s an amazing spread, and there’s even better news. The restaurant stops serving breakfast: never! You can get any of these amazing dishes at any hour of the day.

Panera Bread

There are many restaurants on this list that you likely enjoy but didn’t realize that they also serve breakfast, and one of them is Panera Bread. The restaurant is famous for its sandwiches, soup bowls, and cheesesteaks, among other tasty dishes. For breakfast, they serve a variety of great egg sandwiches and croissants. One of the standouts is the garden avo & egg white sandwich. Another is the asiago sausage & egg sandwich. Finally, there’s the sausage CinnaScramble sandwich, which is like a tasty cinnamon roll with all the fixings. If you want any of these tasty breakfast options, you’ll need to get to your local Panera Bread before 11 am.

Dunkin’ Donuts

This may seem like a no-brainer, but you can get breakfast all day at Dunkin’ Donuts. This fast food restaurant is often more synonymous with coffee, but they do serve donuts. However, that’s just the start. Other breakfast options at Dunkin’ Donuts include a sausage, egg & cheese sandwich, bacon, egg & cheese sandwich, turkey sausage, egg & cheese sandwich, and a sourdough breakfast sandwich. The restaurant chain is also famous for its wake-up wrap, which is a wrap that has egg and cheese as well as your choice of protein (turkey sausage, bacon, or sausage).

Cinnabon

You see Cinnabon restaurants in malls and airports around the country, but the question is, how long do they serve breakfast? First, it’s important to realize that most of what Cinnabon offers is considered breakfast food. They have many different types of cinnamon rolls. There are rolls covered in cinnamon, caramel, pecans, and more. The restaurant also offers cookies, churro sticks, cold brews, regular coffee, and chilllattas, which are like tasty milkshakes. These are not the healthiest breakfast options in the world, but they’re good for a treat every once in a while. However, it is important to remember that most Cinnabon locations close around 9 pm, so it’s not a 24-hour option.

Whataburger

Whataburger is a great restaurant chain. Unfortunately, the chain is not available everywhere around the country. However, it’s worth trying if you ever see one. Some of their more famous sandwiches include their original Whataburger, the double meat Whataburger, and the avocado bacon burger. For breakfast, you can have a lot of unique items, including a jalapeno cheddar biscuit, a taquito with cheese, and their unforgettable pancake platter. Luckily, Whataburger understands that people from all walks of life eat breakfast at different times, so they’re generous enough to offer breakfast from 11 pm to 11 am every day.

White Castle

As probably one of the last restaurants that most people think of when it comes to breakfast, White Castle offers a surprising amount of variety. The restaurant is famous for its sliders, which are small hamburgers or cheeseburgers. They also have great fries and a good amount of sides. When it comes to breakfast, you have many options. There are many sandwiches, including their original Slider with egg and cheese and the breakfast toast sandwich. You also have the option of ordering Belgian waffles. You can bring things up a notch with a Belgian waffle sandwich or you can get a chicken and waffles slider. There’s a lot to enjoy, and the best part is that breakfast is available all day.

Chick-fil-A

Many people love going to Chick-fil-A because they have a large variety of chicken dishes, from sandwiches to chicken nuggets. Believe it or not, their breakfast menu is just as great as the food that’s available the rest of the day. You can choose from many options, including several biscuit options that mostly involve chicken. However, there are also more traditional options, such as a chicken, egg, and cheese biscuit, a bacon, egg, and cheese muffin, and also a tasty berry parfait. If you want breakfast at Chick-fil-A, you’ll need to get there before 10:30 am. Keep in mind that Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays, so you’ll need to get it during the other days of the week.

Taco Bell

It was quite the news story when it was revealed that Taco Bell would be the newest restaurant to offer a breakfast menu. After all, many of the items they offer are all very similar. However, they went for it, and it’s quite good. Go during the early morning, and you can try many great meals. Options include the cheesy toasted breakfast burrito with bacon, the breakfast quesadilla with sausage, and the breakfast California crunchwrap. Yes, many are like their lunch options just with sausage stuffed inside. However, there are also more traditional options, like their hash browns. While some restaurants will differ, in most cases, you’ll need to get to Taco Bell before 11 am to enjoy these delicacies.

Burger King

One of the most famous restaurants, Burger King, also serves a mean breakfast. During the day, you can get the burgers you love and the perfectly salty fries that never get old. If you’re able to get there early, you can also indulge in the deep breakfast menu. Tasty items include the fully loaded Croissan’wich with egg, beef Croissan’wich with egg, and chicken strips Croissan’wich with egg. Best of all, many of these breakfast options are at great prices, with many of them being as low as $4 a piece. This restaurant stops serving breakfast at 10:30 am, so wake up in time and it will be well worth the wait.

Subway

When most people think about going out for breakfast, Subway likely isn’t the first place that comes to mind. Still, it’s worth a try. During the day, you can get all of the classic sandwiches you’ve loved all these years, from the Italian BLT to the garlic cheese steak. For breakfast, you can get different options that have a similar style. There’s the bacon, egg & cheese sandwich, the ham, egg & cheese, and the simpler egg & cheese sandwich. It’s not a huge menu, but it can hit the spot. Most Subway locations will stop serving breakfast between 11 am to 11:30 am depending on the location. However, some Subway locations will offer breakfast all day long.

Sonic

America’s drive-in restaurant offers a huge variety of meals for every taste and preference. In addition to the traditional burgers, Sonic also offers many tasty hot dogs, chicken dishes, and many different frozen treats for dessert. The restaurant also has one of the largest breakfast menus on this whole list. There are French toast sticks, bacon breakfast toasters, bacon breakfast burritos, sausage and egg burritos, and more. They also offer great coffee options, such as their French vanilla cold brew, hot black coffee, and more. Like the other great breakfast options on this list, you can order them at any time at Sonic.

Wendy’s

Many people consider Wendy’s to be their go-to restaurant. They’re famous for their incredible burgers, life-changing fries, and the world-famous frosty. It’s a tasty treat that’s great for dipping fries. When it comes to breakfast, you have all kinds of options. There are croissants, biscuits, breakfast burritos, potatoes, and more. Some restaurants will also offer “2 for $3” breakfast deals that give you plenty to eat at a great price. While some locations can have differing times, most offer breakfast only from 6:30 am to 10:30 am, so don’t miss it.

Carl’s Jr.

If you’re lucky enough to have a Carl’s Jr. restaurant in your area, then you’re always in for a treat. The restaurant is synonymous with thick and tasty burgers, shakes, and unforgettable meal combos. Their breakfast is also pretty good. The menu includes items you won’t get just anywhere else, including a grilled cheese breakfast sandwich and a huge breakfast burger, as well as a more traditional breakfast burger. They also have what they call a “monster biscuit,” which includes sausage, bacon, eggs, and two types of cheese. It’s worth trying at least once. However, you’ll need to show up by 10:30 am to get it.

Jack in the Box

Jack in the Box is one of the nation’s most beloved fast food restaurants and that’s because they have a huge variety of menu options. There are burgers, chicken combos, tacos, fries and sides, and more. There are also many breakfast sandwiches, such as the supreme croissant combo, the sausage croissant combo, and the loaded breakfast sandwich combo. You can also get French toast sticks, a breakfast platter with bacon, and a meat lovers combo. Many people wonder when this restaurant stops serving breakfast, and the good news is that they never stop. Most locations will serve breakfast at any hour of the day. Just make sure to check your local location just in case.

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