McDonald’s Breakfast Hours in the USA (Start & Stop Times)
Find out exactly what time McDonald's starts and stops serving breakfast on weekdays, Saturdays, and Sundays across the United States.
⚡ Quick Answer: When Does Breakfast End Today?
• Monday – Friday (Weekdays): Breakfast ends at 10:30 AM.
• Saturday & Sunday (Weekends): Breakfast ends at 11:00 AM.
• Breakfast Start Time: 5:00 AM at 24-hour locations, or store opening (typically 5:30 AM – 6:00 AM).
Note: Over 90% of McDonald's locations are franchised. A small percentage of stores transition to lunch at 10:30 AM seven days a week.
Complete Monday through Sunday Breakfast Schedule
| Day of the Week | Breakfast Starts | Breakfast Cutoff | What Happens Next |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 5:00 AM / Opening | 10:30 AM | Lunch Menu Begins |
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM / Opening | 10:30 AM | Lunch Menu Begins |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM / Opening | 10:30 AM | Lunch Menu Begins |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM / Opening | 10:30 AM | Lunch Menu Begins |
| Friday | 5:00 AM / Opening | 10:30 AM | Lunch Menu Begins |
| Saturday | 5:00 AM / Opening | 11:00 AM | Lunch Menu Begins |
| Sunday | 5:00 AM / Opening | 11:00 AM | Lunch Menu Begins |
Why Did McDonald's Stop Serving All-Day Breakfast?
McDonald's officially discontinued nationwide All-Day Breakfast in March 2020. The primary operational reasons include:
- Grill Temperature Conflicts: Cooking eggs requires a grill temperature of 265°F to 280°F, while searing beef patties requires 350°F. Doing both simultaneously slowed down kitchen production.
- Fryer Allocation: Dedicated vats are required to ensure hash browns do not mix with french fry batches during peak lunch and dinner hours.
- Drive-Thru Speed: Simplifying the menu significantly boosted service speed for millions of drive-thru customers.
How to Confirm Your Nearest Store's Hours in 30 Seconds
- Open the official McDonald's Mobile App on your smartphone.
- Select the Order tab and choose your current restaurant.
- Tap Restaurant Info & Hours to view exact morning daypart hours for that specific store address.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does McDonald's stop serving breakfast on Sunday?
Most McDonald's restaurants in the United States stop serving breakfast at 11:00 AM on Sunday. Some independent franchise locations may end service at 10:30 AM.
Can you buy burgers during breakfast hours?
Generally, no. The full lunch menu (Big Macs, Quarter Pounders, French Fries) is not cooked until breakfast service ends at 10:30 AM on weekdays or 11:00 AM on weekends.
What time does McDonald's start serving breakfast?
McDonald's locations that operate 24 hours a day begin serving breakfast at 5:00 AM. For restaurants with set opening times, breakfast starts the moment the store opens, usually between 5:30 AM and 6:00 AM.