What time does Zaxbys serve lunch? As soon as the restaurant opens: there is no separate lunch menu or breakfast cut-off, because the full menu is served from opening to close. Most stores open in the late morning, so here is how to check your store’s time and the best picks for a quick or light lunch.
Quick answers
- Does Zaxbys have lunch specials?
- There is no official lunch-only menu. Check the app for any deals at your restaurant.
- When does Zaxbys start serving lunch?
- As soon as the restaurant opens, usually late morning. Hours vary by store.
- What is a light lunch at Zaxbys?
- A grilled Zalad, the Grilled Chicken Sandwich or a Big Zax Snak are among the lighter full meals.
What time does Zaxbys serve lunch?
Lunch at Zaxbys starts at opening time. Zaxbys has no breakfast menu, so there is nothing to switch over from: the same menu runs all day. Opening times are set by each restaurant and are usually late morning, but check your store’s hours in the official locator or app. Our Zaxbys hours page explains typical opening and closing times.
Light lunch picks
These are the lowest-calorie mains in the official guide (the lightest option for each item). Pair them with water or unsweet tea.
- Add Cheese or Bacon: Add-ons for any sandwich. 50–60 calories; allergens: milk, soy (varies by option).
- Blue Zalad: Greens with blue cheese crumbles. Comes garden, grilled or fried. Dressing not included. 370–680 calories; allergens: milk, wheat, soy, gluten (varies by option); example price $9.99.
- Asian Zensation Zalad: Greens, Asian slaw, wonton strips and citrus vinaigrette. Dressing not included. 390–640 calories; allergens: egg, wheat, soy, sesame, gluten (varies by option); example price $10.99.
- House Zalad: Greens, tomato, cucumber, cheese and egg. Comes garden, grilled or fried. Dressing not included. 410–660 calories; allergens: milk, wheat, soy, gluten (varies by option); example price $9.69.
- Cobb Zalad: House Zalad plus bacon. Garden, grilled or fried. Dressing not included. 510–760 calories; allergens: milk, egg, wheat, soy, gluten (varies by option); example price $9.99.
Quick lunch at your desk
Sandwiches are the easiest to eat on the go. The Signature, Kickin’ and Grilled sandwiches come as a sandwich or a meal with fries and a drink. See the chicken sandwiches guide for the differences.
| Item | Calories | Options | Allergens | Example price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Signature Sandwich | 590–600 | 2 | Milk, Egg, Wheat, Soy, Sesame, MSG, Gluten | $10.69 |
| Kickin’ Chicken Sandwich | 690 | 1 | Milk, Egg, Wheat, Soy, MSG, Gluten | $10.39 |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 620 | 1 | Milk, Egg, Wheat, Soy, Sesame, MSG, Gluten | $10.99 |
| Nibblerz | 960 | 1 | Milk, Egg, Wheat, Soy, MSG, Gluten | $11.39 |
Hungry lunch picks
If lunch is your main meal, the plates are the most filling options. The Chicken Finger Plate comes in more than one size, and Wings & Things combines Fingerz and wings.
- Chicken Finger Plate: 4, 5 or 6 Fingerz with crinkle fries, Texas toast, coleslaw and a sauce. 1,110–1,460 calories; allergens: milk, egg, wheat, soy, msg, gluten; example price $13.99.
- Wings & Things Meal: 5 wings (boneless or traditional) plus 3 Fingerz, fries, Texas toast and coleslaw. 1,420–1,520 calories; allergens: milk, egg, wheat, soy, msg, gluten; example price $13.99.
- Traditional Wings Meal: 5 bone-in wings with fries, Texas toast and coleslaw. 1,030 calories; allergens: milk, egg, wheat, soy, msg, gluten; example price $13.89.
Lunch tips
- Order ahead in the app to skip the lunch rush. See how to order online.
- Ask for dressing or sauce on the side to control calories.
- Ordering for the office? Use the menu prices page to total calories and cost per person.
Frequently asked questions
Is Zaxbys open for lunch on Sunday?
Most restaurants are, but hours vary. Check your store in the official locator.
What is the cheapest lunch at Zaxbys?
Prices vary by restaurant. Our menu prices page shows example prices; check your store in the app.
Can I get a kids meal for lunch?
Yes, the kids menu is served all day. See the kids menu.
What’s the healthiest Zaxbys lunch?
Grilled Zalads and the Grilled Chicken Sandwich are good starting points. See our healthy options guide.
Where this information comes from. All nutrition and allergen information on this site is taken from the official Zaxbys Nutrition & Allergen Guide (revised November 2025), published on zaxbys.com. We have not added anything of our own or changed the figures. Recipes, suppliers and menus change, so please verify with Zaxbys or your restaurant before you rely on it, especially if you have a food allergy. Verify before use.