Chick-fil-A New Year's Day hours
Quick answer
Chick-fil-A is usually open on New Year's Day with normal or near-normal hours — unless January 1 falls on a Sunday, when every location is closed. In 2026, New Year's Day is a Thursday, so most restaurants expect to operate on a regular weekday schedule.
2026 calendar note
January 1, 2026 is a Thursday. That means no Sunday closure conflict — breakfast from roughly 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, then lunch and dinner until typical evening close (often 9:00–10:00 PM). By contrast, when New Year's Day lands on Sunday (as in 2023), every Chick-fil-A in the U.S. remains closed regardless of the holiday.
Typical hours by location type
| Location | New Year's Eve (Dec 31) | New Year's Day (Jan 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Freestanding / drive-thru | Usually open; may close 1–2 hrs early | Usually normal hours (if not Sunday) |
| Mall | Follows mall holiday schedule | Open if mall is open |
| Airport | Often extended for travelers | Follows terminal hours |
| When Jan 1 = Sunday | Dec 31 may be normal Sat hours | Closed (Sunday policy) |
What to order on New Year's Day
Late breakfast crowds often grab Chick-n-Minis or chicken biscuits before the 10:30 AM cutoff. For lunch, the Original Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich, nugget trays for watch parties, and THRIVE Farmers coffee are popular. See seasonal menu items if summer or winter LTOs are running.
New Year's Day FAQs
Is Chick-fil-A open on New Year's Day? +
Most Chick-fil-A restaurants are open on New Year's Day (January 1) with normal or slightly reduced hours. Because January 1 occasionally falls on a Sunday, check whether your date is a Sunday — all Chick-fil-A locations are closed every Sunday regardless of holiday.
What are Chick-fil-A hours on New Year's Day? +
When January 1 is Monday through Saturday, many locations open around 6:30 AM and close between 9:00 and 10:00 PM, matching regular weekday schedules. Mall and airport units follow host-venue hours.
Is Chick-fil-A open New Year's Eve? +
Yes at most locations, often with normal hours or a slightly earlier close (similar to other holidays). Confirm with your local restaurant for December 31.
Does Chick-fil-A serve breakfast on New Year's Day? +
When open and not a Sunday, breakfast is served from opening until 10:30 AM — same as any other weekday or Saturday. After 10:30 AM the full lunch menu is available.
Is the Chick-fil-A drive-thru open on January 1? +
Usually yes at standalone locations that are open that day. Drive-thru hours match in-store hours unless posted otherwise.
Why is my Chick-fil-A closed on New Year's Day? +
If January 1 falls on a Sunday, Chick-fil-A is closed — that is the standing company policy since 1946. Some mall or campus locations may also stay closed if the host venue is shut down.
Can I use mobile order on New Year's Day? +
Yes at open locations. Place orders through the Chick-fil-A One app for pickup, curbside, or delivery where offered.
Does Chick-fil-A catering deliver on New Year's Day? +
Catering availability depends on the Operator. Many accept orders for January 1 events if placed several days ahead; call your local store to confirm.
How do New Year's hours compare to Christmas? +
Christmas Day is always closed. New Year's Day is usually open (except Sundays). New Year's Eve often has normal or slightly shortened hours.
Where can I verify New Year's Day hours near me? +
Check the Chick-fil-A app, chick-fil-a.com/locations, or our location directory for your city's posted hours.
Related: Christmas Eve hours · all holiday hours