PDQ Working Hours 2026
PDQ working hours at most locations run 11 AM to 10 PM, seven days a week. That is the pattern you will see across the chain, from Florida to New York. Some stores open a little earlier, around 10 or 10:30 AM, and a handful close earlier on Sundays. Hours are set per location, so it always pays to check before you drive over.
Honestly, PDQ makes this harder than it needs to be. There is no chain-wide schedule posted on their website, and since many stores are franchised, your local spot can keep slightly different hours than the one across town. After checking dozens of locations, a clear pattern shows up.
PDQ stands for People Dedicated to Quality, and the chain built its name on fresh, hand-breaded chicken tenders, waffle fries, homemade sauces and hand-spun shakes. It is a fast-casual joint, not a late-night drive-thru chain, so the hours follow the lunch-through-dinner rhythm. If you are planning a visit, the full PDQ menu with prices is worth a look first, so you know exactly what you are ordering when you walk in.
What Are the Standard PDQ Working Hours?
Most PDQ restaurants open at 11 AM and close at 10 PM, Monday through Sunday, the same schedule every day.
| Day | Typical Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM (a few locations close earlier) |
Now, the fine print. What time does PDQ close at your specific store can shift by an hour or so. Some locations list a 10:30 AM opening, and a few suburban spots open as early as 10 AM. On the closing side, delivery apps sometimes show an earlier cutoff, like 8:45 or 9:45 PM, but that is the last order time for delivery, not the restaurant’s actual close. If you are heading over in person, the dining room usually stays open to the listed time.
What Time Does PDQ Open on Weekends?
Saturdays are straightforward. PDQ working hours on Saturdays match the weekday schedule almost everywhere, 11 AM to 10 PM. Sundays are where things get a little fuzzy.
Most locations keep the same 11 to 10 schedule on Sundays. But I found several spots that close earlier on Sunday evenings, some as early as 9 PM, and a couple that open at 10 AM on Sundays to catch the brunch-adjacent crowd. The Farmingdale, New York location, for example, runs 11 AM to 9 PM on Sundays while staying open to 10 PM the rest of the week. PDQ opening hours on Sunday really are the one day worth double-checking, especially if dinner plans start after 8.
Do PDQ Drive-Thru Hours Differ From Dine-In?
Good question, and the answer is mostly no. At locations that have a drive-thru, PDQ drive-thru hours generally match the dining room hours. The drive-thru opens when the restaurant opens and closes when the restaurant closes.
That said, a few locations run the drive-thru a touch later than the dining room, especially on Friday and Saturday nights. It is not a published policy, so treat it as a bonus rather than a guarantee. If the dining room closes at 10, do not count on the drive-thru taking orders at 10:15. Also keep in mind that not every PDQ has a drive-thru at all. The newer and smaller-format stores are often dine-in and takeout only, so check the store listing on eatpdq.com or Google Maps if the drive-thru matters to you.
PDQ Holiday Hours: Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s
This is where PDQ hours get the least predictable. The chain does not publish one official holiday schedule, and PDQ holiday hours are set store by store. But the pattern across recent years is pretty consistent.
| Holiday | Typical Status |
|---|---|
| Thanksgiving Day | Closed at most locations |
| Christmas Eve | Reduced hours at many locations |
| Christmas Day | Closed at most locations |
| New Year’s Eve | Often reduced hours |
| New Year’s Day | Regular or reduced hours, varies |
Is PDQ open on Christmas? At the vast majority of locations, no. Christmas Day and Thanksgiving are the two big closure days, with most stores shutting down so staff get the holiday. Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are the wildcard days, many open but close several hours early. The week before a holiday is the one time I would genuinely call ahead rather than trusting the pattern.
How to Check Your Local PDQ’s Hours
The fastest way to find PDQ hours near me is the official store locator at eatpdq.com. Search your city or zip, click your store, and the listed hours are usually current. Google Maps works just as well and often shows holiday-hour updates that the main site does not.
Two practical tips. First, do not trust third-party delivery apps for closing times. Uber Eats and Postmates show last-order cutoffs, which run 15 to 30 minutes before the restaurant actually closes. Second, if you are planning around a holiday, a quick phone call beats any website.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are PDQ working hours?
Most PDQ locations are open 11 AM to 10 PM, seven days a week. A few stores open earlier, around 10 or 10:30 AM, and some close earlier on Sundays. Hours vary by location, so check the official store locator or Google Maps for your local restaurant.
Is PDQ open on Christmas Day?
No, the vast majority of PDQ locations are closed on Christmas Day. Thanksgiving Day is also a closure day at most stores. Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve often have reduced hours, so call your local PDQ before heading out on those days.
What time does PDQ close on Sundays?
Most PDQ restaurants close at 10 PM on Sundays, the same as other days. Some locations close earlier, around 9 PM, on Sundays. Since Sunday closing times are the most variable day of the week, it is worth confirming your store’s hours.
Does PDQ serve breakfast?
No. PDQ opens at 11 AM and does not offer breakfast. The menu starts with chicken tenders, sandwiches, salads and sides from opening time, so it is a lunch-and-dinner spot.
Prices last verified: October 16, 2026. Source of truth: the official PDQ website.
