Chick-fil-A does not accept EBT payments at any of its locations. This policy applies to all transaction types, including in-restaurant dining, curbside pickup, and online orders. You cannot use your SNAP benefits through the Chick-fil-A One app or third-party delivery services like Uber Eats and DoorDash.

The restaurant chain is not enrolled in the federal Restaurant Meals Program (RMP). This program allows certain SNAP beneficiaries to purchase hot, prepared meals. Because Chick-fil-A does not participate, none of its restaurants in any state are authorized to process EBT card transactions for prepared food.

While this corporate policy is unlikely to change, you can always verify the payment options for a specific location. To check for any updates, use the official restaurant locator and call your local branch directly to confirm which payment methods they currently accept.

What Is The RMP and Who's Eligible

The Restaurant Meals Program is a state-run option within the federal SNAP framework. It allows certain individuals who cannot prepare their own food to buy hot meals from approved restaurants using their existing EBT benefits.

Households do not receive extra funds for this purpose. They simply use their normal monthly food stamp allotment to cover the cost of these restaurant meals.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, an entire household must consist of adults aged 60 or older, individuals with a permanent disability, or people experiencing homelessness. Spouses of eligible members are also included under this program.

A household’s eligibility is coded directly onto their EBT card. If the card is used at a participating restaurant but the household is not approved for RMP, the sale will be declined automatically.

Participating States

While the RMP is a federal option, each state must choose to adopt it. Program availability and rules vary, as states manage their own vendor agreements and participation guidelines.

• Arizona

• California

• Illinois

• Maryland

• Massachusetts

• Michigan

• New York

• Rhode Island

• Virginia

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Why Doesn't Chick-fil-A Accept EBT?

Chick-fil-A's decision is largely tied to the strict rules of the Restaurant Meals Program. RMP is the only way fast-food chains can accept SNAP for hot meals, but it's a state-run option and not available everywhere. Eligibility is also limited to households where all members are elderly, disabled, or homeless, which significantly narrows the potential customer base for a national brand.

Since Chick-fil-A is primarily a franchise-owned business, individual operators would likely need to manage participation. There are also logistical hurdles, like reprogramming point-of-sale systems to handle EBT transactions correctly. This requires a specific setup with the USDA's Food and Nutrition Service, adding a layer of operational complexity that many franchisees may choose to avoid without a corporate mandate.