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17 EBT restaurants · Chico, CA

Restaurants that accept EBT in Chico, California

These 17 restaurants in Chico are authorized to accept EBT through the SNAP Restaurant Meals Program. Eligible recipients can buy hot, prepared meals with their card.

Jack in the Box (3)Burger King (2)Taco Bell (2)Carl's Jr. (2)Subway (2)Popeyes (1)Arby's (1)Denny's (1)Domino's (1)

Popeyes

1161 Mangrove Ave

Popeyes

Pita Pit

240 Broadway St.

Pita Pit

Burger King

1104 W 2nd St.

Burger King

Burger King

2520 Notre Dame Blvd

Burger King

Taco Bell

757 East Ave

Taco Bell

Jack in the Box

500 Broadway St.

Jack in the Box

Jack in the Box

2542 Esplanade

Jack in the Box

Jack in the Box

1955 E 20th St.

Jack in the Box

Taco Bell

1930 E 20th St.

Taco Bell

Arby's

2485 Notre Dame Blvd

Arby's

Denny's

675 Manzanita Ct

Denny's

Carl's Jr.

2516 Esplanade

Carl's Jr.

Carl's Jr.

1940 E 20th St.

Carl's Jr.

Subway

240 W East Ave

Subway

Subway

1398 East Ave

Subway

Domino's

324 Walnut St.

Domino's

La Cocina Economica

905 Wall St.

La Cocina Economica
Reminder: EBT at restaurants is limited to Restaurant Meals Program recipients — generally those 60+, disabled, or experiencing homelessness. See who qualifies.

Frequently asked questions

Which restaurants accept EBT in Chico?

Chico has 17 restaurants authorized for the SNAP Restaurant Meals Program, including Jack in the Box, Burger King, Taco Bell, Carl's Jr.. Each accepts EBT from eligible recipients for prepared meals.

Can anyone use EBT at these Chico restaurants?

No — only recipients enrolled in the Restaurant Meals Program: those who are 60 or older, have a disability, or are experiencing homelessness (and their spouses). California is a participating state.

What can I buy with EBT at a restaurant in Chico?

Hot and ready-to-eat meals. Alcohol, tobacco and non-food items aren't covered, and most states don't allow EBT to pay tips. It draws from your regular SNAP balance.

Restaurant data from the USDA SNAP Retailer Locator — confirm authorization with the restaurant before visiting.