What DoorDash Restaurants Take EBT?

Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) is a system for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants to receive and use food benefits. Often referred to as food stamps, SNAP is a federal program that helps low-income individuals and families purchase eligible food items. DoorDash facilitates the delivery of meals from restaurants and groceries from stores. DoorDash restaurants generally do not accept EBT cards as a form of payment.

EBT Card Usage for Restaurant Meals

EBT’s primary intent is to enable households to purchase eligible food items for home preparation and consumption. Benefits are typically for use at authorized grocery stores, supermarkets, and farmers’ markets. EBT is generally not permitted for buying hot, prepared foods or ready-to-eat meals from restaurants. This ensures benefits support staple foods, not prepared dining experiences.

A limited exception exists through the SNAP Restaurant Meals Program (RMP). This state-level option is for specific populations, such as elderly individuals, those with disabilities, or people experiencing homelessness who may face challenges preparing meals or lack cooking facilities. Only select states and counties participate in the RMP, and within those areas, only authorized restaurants accept EBT for prepared meals. This program is a rare, localized exception, not a widespread norm.

DoorDash and EBT Acceptance

Most restaurants on DoorDash do not accept EBT cards for payment. The SNAP Restaurant Meals Program’s limited scope means it is not broadly integrated with delivery platforms like DoorDash for prepared meal orders. Customers cannot typically use their EBT card to pay for a hot meal ordered from a restaurant through DoorDash.

While DoorDash restaurants do not accept EBT, DoorDash facilitates EBT payment for grocery delivery. This service is available from participating grocery stores and DashMart. EBT acceptance on DoorDash is for eligible grocery items like uncooked foods, fresh produce, and pantry staples, aligning with SNAP’s core purpose. It is not applicable to hot or prepared restaurant meals.

Using EBT for Grocery Delivery on DoorDash

Customers can easily add their EBT card as a payment method for grocery purchases on DoorDash. This process is similar to adding a debit or credit card. Within the DoorDash app or website, navigate to “Account,” then “Payment,” and select “Program Cards” to add your “SNAP/EBT Card.” The system prompts for the EBT card number, securely storing it for future use.

To find stores accepting EBT for grocery delivery, users can utilize filters within the DoorDash app. On the “grocery” or “convenience” tabs, a “SNAP” filter identifies participating retailers. Many major grocery chains and convenience stores across the United States partner with DoorDash for EBT payment options on eligible items.

During grocery order checkout, customers select their EBT card as the primary payment method for eligible food items. EBT typically covers only SNAP-eligible food purchases. Non-eligible items, such as delivery fees, service fees, tips, and non-food household goods, require a separate payment method. Customers are prompted to add a credit or debit card to cover these additional costs. The EBT portion is deducted first, with any remaining balance for non-eligible items or fees charged to the secondary payment method.