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YES! Texas Roadhouse is open on Father's Day 2026 (June 21, 2026) with regular Sunday hours. Here are the hours, wait times, best steaks for Dad, gift ideas, and tips to skip the line.
OPEN
All locations
11AM-10PM
Sunday hours
90-120 min
Peak wait
Father's Day is the single busiest Sunday of the year at Texas Roadhouse. Dads love hand-cut steaks, and Texas Roadhouse is the go-to steakhouse for families celebrating the holiday. Every year, millions of families take Dad out for a legendary meal of ribeyes, ribs, and fresh-baked rolls.
In 2026, Father's Day falls on Sunday, June 21, 2026. All Texas Roadhouse locations across the United States are open with regular Sunday hours. However, because this is the busiest dining day outside of Valentine's Day and Mother's Day, expect significantly longer wait times, especially during dinner.
This guide covers confirmed Father's Day hours, expected wait times by time slot, the best steaks to order for Dad, gift card options, how to skip the line with the Texas Roadhouse app, and 7 insider tips to make the most of the holiday.
Texas Roadhouse is open on Father's Day at all U.S. locations. Regular Sunday hours apply, though some locations may extend hours due to high demand.
Hours vary by location. Call ahead to confirm.
Father's Day is the #1 busiest Sunday! Arrive before 4:30 PM or after 8:30 PM.
Use the Texas Roadhouse app
Join the waitlist remotely and get a text when your table is ready. Do this while Dad is still opening gifts.
Arrive before 4:30 PM
The dinner rush starts around 5 PM. Getting seated before the crowd is the best strategy.
Call-ahead seating
Call your location 30 minutes before arriving to put your name on the list.
Consider a lunch celebration
Lunch (11 AM to 2 PM) has wait times under 25 minutes. Same great menu, much less crowded.
Not sure what to get Dad? These are the most popular Father's Day gifts from Texas Roadhouse.
The #1 Father's Day gift at Texas Roadhouse. Available in any amount from $10 to $500. Buy online or in-store. Never expires.
Dad picks exactly what he wants
Sign Dad up for the free Texas Roadhouse VIP Club. He gets a free appetizer just for joining, plus exclusive deals and birthday offers all year.
Free to join, instant rewards
The classic move. Bring the whole family to Texas Roadhouse for hand-cut steaks, legendary ribs, and those famous rolls. Dad eats, you pay.
The original Father's Day tradition
These are the most popular Father's Day orders. Every steak is hand-cut daily and grilled to order.
#1 for DadThe king of Father's Day steaks. 20 oz of bold, marbled perfection. The most ordered steak on Father's Day at Texas Roadhouse.
Top PickThe most tender steak on the menu. Hand-cut, seasoned perfectly. For dads who prefer elegance over size.
ClassicSlow-smoked with signature dry rub. Full rack for the Dad who goes all in. Half rack for a combo meal.
Best ValueThe sweet spot between the Dallas Filet and the Bone-In Ribeye. Great marbling, great value.
BoldBold, beefy flavor with a firm bite. A no-nonsense steak for dads who know what they like.
FREEUnlimited warm rolls with honey cinnamon butter. Free with every meal. Dad will eat at least 4.
Whether you dine in or take it home, here is how to make Father's Day memorable.
Planning the whole weekend? Here is when Texas Roadhouse is open from Friday through Father's Day Sunday.
Friday, June 19
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday, June 20
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Father's Day, June 21
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Father's Day dinner rush starts at 5 PM. Open the Texas Roadhouse app at 3 PM and join the waitlist early. You will get a text when it's your turn.
Lunch (11 AM to 2 PM) is significantly less crowded. Wait times are under 25 minutes, and the full menu is available. Dad gets the same steak without the wait.
Texas Roadhouse gift cards are the #1 Father's Day gift. Buy online at texasroadhouse.com to avoid the in-store rush. Any amount from $10 to $500.
This is the ultimate Dad steak. 20 oz of marbled ribeye, grilled to perfection. Pair it with a loaded baked potato for the full experience.
The Texas Roadhouse VIP Club is free to join and gives Dad a free appetizer on signup, plus exclusive deals and a birthday meal throughout the year.
If Dad would rather relax at home, order the full Texas Roadhouse menu to-go through the app. Curbside pickup means zero wait time.
This is the absolute peak window on Father's Day. If dinner is the plan, arrive right at 4:30 PM or wait until after 8 PM for shorter waits.
Yes! Texas Roadhouse is open on Father's Day 2026 (June 21, 2026) at all U.S. locations. Father's Day is consistently one of the busiest Sundays of the year at Texas Roadhouse, so expect longer wait times during dinner hours. Most locations operate from 11 AM to 10 PM.
Texas Roadhouse Father's Day hours are typically 11 AM to 10 PM on June 21, 2026. Since Father's Day falls on a Sunday, regular Sunday hours apply. Some locations may stay open slightly later due to demand. Call your local Texas Roadhouse to confirm exact hours for your area.
Texas Roadhouse is extremely busy on Father's Day, especially between 5 PM and 8 PM. Wait times can reach 90 to 120 minutes during peak dinner hours. Father's Day is the single busiest Sunday of the entire year at most Texas Roadhouse locations. Use the Texas Roadhouse app to join the waitlist before arriving, or go for an earlier lunch.
Texas Roadhouse does not typically run Father's Day-specific menu specials, but their full menu of hand-cut steaks, ribs, and signature sides is available all day. Many families purchase Texas Roadhouse gift cards as Father's Day gifts, and the VIP rewards program is a great free bonus. Their regular value options like Early Dine specials may also be available at participating locations.
The most popular Father's Day steaks at Texas Roadhouse are the Bone-In Ribeye (20 oz, $23.99), the Dallas Filet (6 oz, $16.99 or 8 oz, $19.99), and the Fort Worth Ribeye (12 oz, $19.99). For the ultimate Dad experience, go with the Bone-In Ribeye paired with a loaded baked potato and a side of seasoned fries.
Yes! Texas Roadhouse gift cards are available in-store and online at texasroadhouse.com. They come in any amount from $10 to $500. Gift cards are the #1 most popular Father's Day gift at Texas Roadhouse. You can also sign Dad up for the free VIP Club which gives a free appetizer just for joining and exclusive deals throughout the year.
Texas Roadhouse does not take reservations. Instead, they offer call-ahead seating where you can call 30 minutes before arriving to put your name on the waitlist. You can also use the Texas Roadhouse app to join the waitlist remotely. For Father's Day, we strongly recommend using the app or calling ahead, as walk-in wait times can exceed 90 minutes during dinner.
Texas Roadhouse is open June 21, 2026 from 11 AM to 10 PM. Use the app to skip the wait, grab a gift card, or order to-go. Dad deserves the best steak in town. 👨👧👦