Cheesecake Factory Hours (2026): Opening Times

The typical Cheesecake Factory pattern is 11:00 AM Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM Saturday and 10:00 AM Sunday, closing at 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11:00 PM Friday and Saturday. Many stores open at 11:30 AM on weekdays, so this is a typical pattern, not a promise for every store. Weekend brunch runs until 2:00 PM, lunch specials serve until 5:00 PM, and most restaurants close on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
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At A Glance

Cheesecake Factory Weekly Operating Hours

General Dining 11 AM – 10/11 PM Mon–Thu 10 PM • Fri 11 PM
Weekend Brunch Sat & Sun — to 2 PM Starts at opening; full standard menu served
Lunch Specials Daily Until 5:00 PM Reduced daytime portion pricing
Bar Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4 PM – 6 PM Bar & patio area only
Bakery Counter Opens with Dining 35+ whole cakes in showcase
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The Cheesecake Factory general dining and weekend brunch operating hours schedule at cheesecakemenu.com
Visual summary chart of standard operating hours, weekend brunch, and meal service windows at cheesecakemenu.com

Weekly Operating Schedule (2026)

Standard Nationwide Schedule
Day of Week Dining Room Hours Bar Lounge & Happy Hour Special Meal Services Service Notes
Monday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Happy Hour 4–6 PM) Lunch Specials until 5:00 PM Full scratch kitchen and bakery counter open; many stores open at 11:30 AM
Tuesday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Happy Hour 4–6 PM) Lunch Specials until 5:00 PM Typical weekday schedule; check your store
Wednesday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Happy Hour 4–6 PM) Lunch Specials until 5:00 PM Mid-week table reservations recommended for dinner
Thursday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Happy Hour 4–6 PM) Lunch Specials until 5:00 PM Closing times vary by store
Friday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Happy Hour 4–6 PM) Lunch Specials until 5:00 PM Late-night full bar and fresh dessert service
Saturday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM (No Happy Hour) Weekend Brunch until 2:00 PM Saturday opening is 11:00 AM at most stores; some open at 10:00 AM. Lunch specials active until 5:00 PM; peak dinner rush
Sunday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (No Happy Hour) Weekend Brunch until 2:00 PM Lunch specials active until 5:00 PM; family dining rush
Dining Timers

Cheesecake Factory Happy Hour Hours

Cheesecake happy hours run Monday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the bar and patio lounge at participating locations. Appetizers are typically $10.95 and small plates $9.95, with cocktails and wine $8.50 and draft beer $4.95; prices vary by location.

The Cheesecake Factory serves its full 250+ scratch-made master menu all day from open to close. During designated hours, guests access reduced lunch pricing ($15.50–$19.95) or morning brunch specialties without menu restrictions.

Meal Service Hours

Daily Schedule
Service Window Days Available Active Hours Menu Category Key Dishes & Features
Weekend Brunch Saturday & Sunday From opening – 2:00 PM Brunch Specialties & Standard Menu Brûléed French Toast, Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes, Green Chilaquiles, Monte Cristo, morning cocktails
Lunch Specials Monday – Sunday (Daily) Open – 5:00 PM Lunch Size Entrees ($15.50 – $19.95) Lunch Pastas, Fresh Salads, Glamburgers®, and Salmon served at daytime discount pricing
Weekday Happy Hour Monday – Friday 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Bar & Patio Exclusive Menu Avocado Eggrolls, Sliders, Nachos, and discounted draft beers, wines, and handcrafted cocktails
Dinner Service Monday – Sunday (Daily) 5:00 PM – Restaurant Close Full 250+ Item Master Menu Steaks, Chops, Seafood, Glamburgers®, Pastas, Specialties, and complete 35+ dessert showcase
Late-Night Dining Friday & Saturday 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM Full Menu & Dessert Showcase Complete hot entrees, whole cheesecake slices, and handcrafted craft cocktails until close
Bar Lounge Schedule

Cheesecake Factory Happy Hour Times (4 PM – 6 PM)

Cheesecake Factory Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM nationwide. Happy hour discounts apply exclusively to first-come, first-served seating at the bar counter and patio lounge. Main dining room tables, takeout, and delivery do not qualify for happy hour pricing.

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Weekend Brunch

When Is Weekend Brunch at The Cheesecake Factory?

Weekend brunch is served Saturday and Sunday until 2:00 PM, starting when your store opens — typically 10:00 AM on Sunday and 11:00 AM on Saturday, with some stores opening Saturday at 10:00 AM. The full standard menu is served alongside brunch dishes such as Brûléed French Toast, Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes, Green Chilaquiles and Monte Cristo.

Brunch is a weekend service, not a weekday service: weekday mornings begin with lunch specials at opening, not brunch. Lunch specials continue until 5:00 PM on weekends as well, so a guest arriving after 2:00 PM is served from the lunch and full menus, not the brunch menu.

Wait Time Estimator

Cheesecake Factory Peak Wait Times

The best time to visit The Cheesecake Factory is between 2:30 PM and 4:30 PM on weekdays for zero wait times. Weekend dinner rushes from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM average 45 to 90 minutes. Walk-in bar seating offers immediate first-come seating.

Peak wait times occur on Friday and Saturday evenings between 6:30 PM and 8:30 PM, reaching up to 90 minutes. Arriving between 2:30 PM and 4:30 PM ensures zero wait times and unlocks Lunch Special pricing before 5:00 PM.

Average Wait Times by Time Slot

Seating Wait Times
Time Slot Crowd Level Average Wait Day Type Diner Seating Strategy
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Low 0 – 5 Minutes Saturday & Sunday Immediate table seating for Weekend Brunch before crowds arrive
11:30 AM – 2:00 PM Moderate to High 15 – 35 Minutes Daily (Mon–Sun) Join digital waitlist 20 minutes ahead for business or weekend lunch
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM Lowest (Sweet Spot) 0 Minutes (Walk-In) Daily (Mon–Sun) Zero wait time; order Lunch Specials before 5:00 PM cutoff
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Moderate 10 – 25 Minutes Daily (Mon–Sun) Early dinner seating; ideal for weekday Happy Hour in the bar lounge
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Peak (Highest) 45 – 90 Minutes Friday, Saturday & Holidays Reserve table 1–2 weeks early or use walk-in first-come bar seating
8:30 PM – Close Medium 5 – 15 Minutes Daily (Mon–Sun) Quick seating for late-night coffee, cocktails, and whole cheesecake dessert
Holiday Calendar

The Cheesecake Factory Holiday Hours (2026 Schedule)

Most Cheesecake Factory restaurants close on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Locations operate regular hours on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Father's Day, and Labor Day. Christmas Eve hours vary by store, so check your location.

Mother's Day and Easter Sunday generate the year's highest table turn rates. For major holidays, guests can avoid long bakery counter lines by pre-ordering whole 10-inch cheesecakes online 24 to 48 hours in advance for express curbside pickup.

The Cheesecake Factory holiday hours and whole celebration cheesecake ordering schedule at cheesecakemenu.com
Visual summary chart of nationwide holiday operating hours and closures at cheesecakemenu.com

Holiday Whole Cheesecake Pre-Orders & Pickup Times

Bakery counters open with the dining room — 11:00 AM on weekdays, typically 11:00 AM Saturday and 10:00 AM Sunday — for same-day walk-in dessert cake purchases. For Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve, and Mother's Day weekend, advance online pre-ordering 24 to 48 hours early ensures guaranteed selection without dining room wait times.

2026 Nationwide Holiday Operating Calendar

Nationwide Holiday Schedule
Holiday Operating Hours Status Dining & Whole Cake Pickup Advisory
New Year's Eve Open (hours vary by store) Open Celebration dinner reservations highly advised; check your store for New Year's Eve hours
New Year's Day 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Regular Hours Full scratch kitchen and weekend-style brunch comfort foods served
Easter Sunday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Open with Brunch Peak family gathering day; Weekend Brunch served 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Mother's Day 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Busiest Day of Year Wait times exceed 60–90 minutes; book Cheesecake Rewards reservation weeks early
Memorial Day 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Regular Hours Outdoor shaded patio seating very popular; lunch specials served until 5:00 PM
Father's Day 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Open with Brunch High demand for Certified Angus Steaks, Glamburgers®, and whole dessert cakes
Independence Day (July 4) 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Regular Hours Curbside pickup for 10-inch whole cakes very popular for home BBQ parties
Labor Day 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Regular Hours Standard Monday operating hours; full lunch specials available until 5:00 PM
Thanksgiving Day Closed at most stores Closed (Select Casinos Open) Most restaurants close; select hotel/casino branches (e.g. Las Vegas) open; pre-order holiday cakes 48h early
Black Friday 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM Open Early at Malls Opens early to serve holiday shoppers at regional shopping mall centers
Christmas Eve Open (hours vary by store) Open Bakery counter open all day for whole cake pickups; check your store for Christmas Eve hours
Christmas Day Closed at most stores Closed (Select Casinos Open) Most locations closed; Caesars Palace and Venetian Las Vegas remain open
Operating Variables

What Can Change The Cheesecake Factory Operating Hours?

Cheesecake Factory hours vary by location format. Regional shopping mall locations operate exterior entrances past mall closing times. Casino resort flagships in Las Vegas maintain extended hours, while local alcohol regulations dictate bar closing schedules.

Over 70% of locations occupy spaces in major shopping centers like Simon and Westfield malls. Dedicated exterior entrances permit restaurants to remain open 1 to 2 hours after retail mall stores close for the evening. Mall hours do not set restaurant hours: a mall store's posted hours can still differ from the typical pattern on this page, so check your store before visiting.

External Factors Impacting Operating Schedules

Location Types
Location Factor Schedule Impact Operational Explanation & Dining Policy
Regional Shopping Malls Closes 1–2 Hours After Mall Over 70% of locations feature exterior pedestrian entrances allowing operation past interior mall hours (10/11 PM close vs 8/9 PM mall close)
Resort & Casino Flagships Extended Late-Night Schedule Las Vegas locations at Caesars Palace and The Venetian operate until Midnight or 1:00 AM daily and open on Thanksgiving and Christmas
Municipal Alcohol Laws Bar Closing Varies Local alcohol regulations can set bar closing schedules, which may differ from dining room hours; check your store
Severe Weather Emergencies Temporary Early Closure Locations in hurricane or blizzard corridors adjust dining room hours per regional public safety mandates
State Operating Hours

The Cheesecake Factory Hours by State (210+ Locations Across 39 States)

The typical Cheesecake Factory pattern across 39 U.S. states is: 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM Monday through Thursday, 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM Friday, 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM Saturday, and 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Sunday. Many stores open at 11:30 AM on weekdays, and select Nevada casino locations operate extended schedules. Check your store for its posted hours.

The table below shows the typical pattern for 210+ restaurants across 39 U.S. states, plus Washington, DC, Toronto, Ontario, and San Juan, Puerto Rico, which are listed separately and are not U.S. states. Counts for California (38), Florida (24) and Texas (20) are from the official locator recount of October 2026; other state counts in this table are the site's existing figures and should be checked against your store:

State-by-State Operating Hours

39 States List
State Restaurants Weekday Schedule Weekend Schedule Key City Hubs & Notes
Alabama 1 Location 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM The Summit (Birmingham) features full patio dining
Arizona 6 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tucson; heated outdoor winter patios
California 38 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Largest national footprint; LA, SF, San Diego; Friday/Sat close 11 PM
Colorado 4 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Denver, Boulder, Lone Tree, Littleton; mountain view patio dining
Connecticut 4 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM West Hartford, Danbury, Trumbull; mall exterior entrances
Delaware 1 Location 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Christiana Mall (Newark); tax-free shopping and dining hub
Florida 24 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Fort Lauderdale; tropical year-round patios
Georgia 5 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Atlanta, Alpharetta, Buford, Cumberland Mall; high brunch traffic
Hawaii 2 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Waikiki (Honolulu) & Kapolei; top-tier national sales volume
Idaho 1 Location 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Boise Towne Square; full scratch menu and bakery showcase
Illinois 8+ Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Downtown Chicago (John Hancock Center) & Chicago suburbs
Indiana 2 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Indianapolis (Keystone Crossing) and Mishawaka (University Park)
Iowa 1 Location 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Jordan Creek Town Center (West Des Moines); lakeside patio
Kansas 1 Location 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Overland Park (Oak Park Mall); high lunchtime special volume
Kentucky 2 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Louisville (Mall St. Matthews) and Lexington (Fayette Mall)
Louisiana 2 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Metairie (New Orleans Lakeside Mall) and Baton Rouge (Mall of Louisiana)
Maryland 6 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Baltimore Harbor, Bethesda, Annapolis, Columbia, Towson
Massachusetts 6 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Boston (Prudential Center), Cambridge, Braintree, Chestnut Hill
Michigan 3 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Novi (Twelve Oaks), Troy (Somerset Collection), Grand Rapids
Minnesota 2 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Edina (Southdale Center) and Minnetonka (Ridgedale Center)
Missouri 3 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM St. Louis (Galleria, Chesterfield) and Kansas City (Country Club Plaza)
Nevada 4 Locations 11:00 AM – Midnight 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM Caesars Palace & Venetian Las Vegas feature extended 365-day hours
New Jersey 9 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Hackensack, Cherry Hill, Short Hills, Bridgewater, Menlo Park
New Mexico 1 Location 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Coronado Center (Albuquerque); outdoor terrace dining
New York 12+ Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Queens Center, Long Island, White Plains, Albany, Syracuse, Rochester
North Carolina 6 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Charlotte (SouthPark), Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro
Ohio 6 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Columbus (Polaris, Easton), Cleveland (Beachwood, Westlake), Cincinnati
Oklahoma 2 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Oklahoma City (Penn Square Mall) and Tulsa (Woodland Hills Mall)
Oregon 2 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tigard (Washington Square) and Happy Valley (Clackamas Town Center)
Pennsylvania 7 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Center City Philadelphia, King of Prussia, Pittsburgh (Ross Park)
Rhode Island 1 Location 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Providence Place Mall; multi-level dining with direct street access
South Carolina 2 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Greenville (Haywood Mall) and Columbia (Columbiana Centre)
Tennessee 4 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Nashville (Green Hills), Cool Springs, Memphis, Knoxville
Texas 20 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth, The Woodlands, El Paso
Utah 2 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Salt Lake City (City Creek Center) and Murray (Fashion Place)
Virginia 8 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tysons Corner, Arlington (Pentagon City), Richmond, Virginia Beach
Washington 4 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Downtown Seattle, Bellevue Square, Southcenter (Tukwila), Tacoma
Wisconsin 2 Locations 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wauwatosa (Mayfair Mall) and Madison (West Towne Mall)
Frequently Asked Questions

Cheesecake Factory Hours FAQs

Factual answers covering daily hours, weekend brunch, happy hour, holiday schedules, and whole cheesecake pickup.

Yes, The typical pattern is 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM Monday through Thursday, 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM Friday, 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM Saturday, and 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Sunday. Many stores open at 11:30 AM on weekdays, and some open Saturday at 10:00 AM, so the pattern is typical, not universal. Most restaurants close on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Check your store for its posted hours before visiting.

Yes, 210+ Cheesecake Factory locations operate seven days a week, except that most close on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Hours follow a typical pattern across 39 U.S. states, plus Washington, DC, Toronto, Ontario, and San Juan, Puerto Rico, but opening times vary by store, so check your location.

Yes, weekend hours differ. Sunday opening is typically 10:00 AM, while Saturday opening is normally 11:00 AM, with some stores opening Saturday at 10:00 AM. Weekend brunch runs until 2:00 PM on both days. On Friday and Saturday nights, dining rooms remain open until 11:00 PM, and Sunday closing is 10:00 PM.

No, standard Cheesecake Factory locations do not serve breakfast on weekdays. Restaurants open at 11:00 AM Monday through Friday, beginning directly with the Lunch Specials and full standard menu. Morning breakfast dining is served exclusively during Weekend Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays, from opening until 2:00 PM.

At 5:00 PM, Lunch specials end promptly at 5:00 PM every day of the week, including Saturday and Sunday. The daytime lunch menu features reduced portion pricing ($15.50 to $19.95) across signature Lunch Pastas, Fresh Salads, and Lunch Glamburgers®.

From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Happy Hour at The Cheesecake Factory runs Monday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the bar and patio lounge. It is not offered on Saturdays or Sundays. Guests can view the dedicated happy hour menu guide for discounted appetizer plates and drink specials.

No, The Cheesecake Factory does not offer Happy Hour on Saturday or Sunday. Happy Hour discounts are active strictly Monday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the bar and patio areas. On weekends, locations serve Weekend Brunch from opening until 2:00 PM alongside the standard master menu.

No, Happy Hour discounts are restricted exclusively to the full-service bar counter, high-top bar tables, and outdoor patio dining areas. Guests seated at dining room tables are served from the standard master menu and cannot receive Happy Hour discount pricing.

No, the vast majority of Cheesecake Factory restaurants nationwide are closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day so team members can spend holidays with their families. The only exceptions are select flagship casino and resort branches (such as Caesars Palace and The Venetian in Las Vegas), which remain open 365 days a year.

No, the chilled bakery counter and takeout station open simultaneously with the main dining room—at 11:00 AM Monday through Friday, typically 11:00 AM Saturday and 10:00 AM Sunday. Pre-ordered cakes can be collected at the bakery counter anytime during standard open hours.

Yes, over 70% of Cheesecake Factory mall locations feature dedicated exterior pedestrian entrances and patio doors. Guests can easily enter, dine, or collect bakery orders until 10:00 PM or 11:00 PM even after interior shopping mall gates close at 8:00 PM or 9:00 PM.

No, The Cheesecake Factory does not operate any 24-hour locations anywhere in the United States or internationally. All locations follow defined morning opening and evening closing schedules.

Yes, diners can join a digital waitlist through the Cheesecake Factory mobile app. When table wait times exceed 30 minutes on busy weekend evenings, adding your name remotely saves your place in line before arriving.

No, No. The hours on this page are the typical pattern, and individual stores differ. Many stores open at 11:30 AM Monday through Friday, including stores in Philadelphia, Santa Monica, Bay Shore, Coral Gables, Providence, The Grove in Los Angeles, and Corpus Christi. Toronto (Yorkdale) opens Saturday at 10:00 AM, unlike most stores, and Las Vegas casino locations run extended hours. Mall stores also follow their own posted hours, so check your store.

Weekdays noon to 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Weekdays are busiest from noon to 2:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and weekends can be busy all day until about 9:00 PM. Before 6:00 PM on a weekday, guests usually get seated without a wait. The full menu is available at self-seating bar and high-top tables, which is the fastest fallback when the dining room has a wait.

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