EBT stores · Texas
Where to use EBT in Zapata County, TX
27 stores in Zapata County take SNAP EBT cards, according to USDA retailer data updated October 21, 2026. The most common are convenience stores (13). 3 are supermarkets or super stores. No farmers market in the county is on the USDA list.
Stores by type
Cities and towns
- Zapata 26 stores
- San Ygnacio 1 store
Supermarkets and super stores
- Border Town Foods 91301 US Highway 16, Zapata 78076Supermarket
- LOWES 155909 N Us Highway 83, Zapata 78076Supermarket
- Riverview Family Center 2117 S US Highway 83, Zapata 78076Supermarket
All stores in Zapata County
27 stores in the USDA list.
Hot food and restaurants
Texas does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot pay for hot restaurant meals in Zapata County. Cold deli food and groceries are fine. Hot food rules.
SNAP in Zapata County
- People on SNAP, July 20253,783
- Households on SNAP, July 20251,537
- Benefits issued in July 2025$654,492
- Average per household that month$426
USDA FNS-388A county data, July 2025, the latest month in the file. Shown only where the county totals match the state total within 10%.
Texas rules for this county
- EBT cardLone Star Card
- Gross income limit, most households165% of poverty
- Soda and candy: It restricts sweetened drinks and candy. The rule applies since April 1, 2026 (USDA target date).In effect
EBT card help
- EBT card help: Lone Star CardBalance, lost or stolen card, PIN800-777-7328
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.
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Common questions
Where can I use my EBT card in Zapata County?
At the 27 stores in the USDA list for Zapata County: 3 supermarkets or super stores, 2 grocery stores, 13 convenience stores and 0 farmers markets, plus other stores.
Can I buy hot food with EBT in Zapata County?
Texas does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot pay for hot restaurant meals in Zapata County. Cold deli food and groceries are fine. Hot food rules.
What number do I call about my Lone Star Card?
Call 800-777-7328 for balance, a lost card or a PIN.
Sources: USDA SNAP Retailer Locator data (layer updated October 21, 2026); USDA SNAP State Directory of Resources (state entry updated October 15, 2026); USDA, SNAP Food Restriction Waivers (page updated October 13, 2026); USDA, SNAP Restaurant Meals Program (page updated August 7, 2026); USDA FNS-388A participation by county, July 2025.
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.