One thing surprises first-timers: most Texas Roadhouse locations don't open for lunch on weekdays. The kitchen fires up in the late afternoon Monday through Thursday and only serves lunch on weekends. That's by design — it keeps the focus on dinner service and those hand-cut steaks. Here's the typical pattern, plus the single best move for skipping the wait.
Typical weekly hours
| Day | Typical hours | Lunch served? |
|---|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | ~4:00 PM – 10:00 PM | No (dinner only) |
| Friday | ~3:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Late afternoon start |
| Saturday | ~11:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Yes |
| Sunday | ~11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Yes |
Holiday hours
Holiday schedules shift, and some are closures. The pattern below is typical, but always confirm — holiday hours are the most location-variable of all.
| Holiday | Typical status |
|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | Usually closed |
| Christmas Day | Usually closed |
| Christmas Eve | Often reduced hours |
| New Year's Eve / Day | Often reduced hours |
| Easter | Varies — confirm locally |
| July 4th, Labor Day, Memorial Day | Usually open, possibly adjusted |
Beating the wait
Texas Roadhouse is famous for waits, and equally famous for not taking traditional reservations. The fix is Call-Ahead Seating (also bookable online): you add your name to the waitlist before you leave home, so you're further up the queue when you arrive. It doesn't guarantee an immediate table, but it routinely shaves the worst of the wait.
- Go before 6 PM on weekends, or any weeknight, to dodge peak.
- Join the waitlist online on the way out the door.
- Large parties: call the restaurant directly to plan ahead.
- Peak windows are roughly 6–8 PM Friday and Saturday.
Hours FAQ
What time does Texas Roadhouse open?
Usually around 4 PM Monday–Thursday, 3 PM Friday, and 11 AM Saturday–Sunday. It varies by location.
Is Texas Roadhouse open for lunch?
Mainly on weekends. Most locations don't serve weekday lunch and open in the late afternoon Monday through Friday.
Does Texas Roadhouse take reservations?
No traditional reservations — they use Call-Ahead Seating to get you on the waitlist early.
Is Texas Roadhouse open on holidays?
It's usually closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, with reduced hours on some others. Confirm locally.