Restaurant Meals Program · California
Restaurants that take EBT in California
California runs the Restaurant Meals Program. The USDA retailer data lists 6,494 restaurants in it, in 52 counties.
Who can use it
Only SNAP households in a state that runs the program, where every member is 60 or older, has a disability, is homeless, or is the spouse of someone who can use it. The state codes the EBT card, so a card that is not set up is declined at the register.
Restaurants by county
Open a county to see every restaurant with its address (filter by "Restaurant Meals Program").
Chains
- McDonald's 659
- Subway 689
- Jack in the Box 751
- Carl's Jr. 533
- Taco Bell 466
- Burger King 225
- Pizza Hut 280
- Del Taco 228
- KFC 153
- Domino's 144
- Popeyes 144
- Wendy's 178
Card help
- EBT card help: Golden State Advantage EBT CardBalance, lost or stolen card, PIN877-328-9677
We publish a phone number only when two independent sources agree: the USDA state directory and the state agency's own website. "n/d" means we could not confirm it, so call 2-1-1 or use the number on the back of your card.
Common questions
Can I use EBT at restaurants in California?
Yes, at the 6,494 restaurants in the program, if everyone in your household is 60 or older, disabled or homeless, and your card is set up for it.
Sources: USDA, SNAP Restaurant Meals Program (page updated August 7, 2026); USDA SNAP Retailer Locator data (layer updated October 21, 2026).
Independent guide. Not a government website. Not affiliated with USDA or any state agency. We do not take applications, and we never ask for your case number, card number or PIN. Amounts and rules can change: your state SNAP agency has the final word.