Restaurants that accept EBT in Costa Mesa, California
These 27 restaurants in Costa Mesa 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
2235 Harbor Blvd
Jack in the BoxEl Pollo Loco
3535 Harbor Blvd
El Pollo LocoEl Pollo Loco
2990 Bristol St.
El Pollo LocoSubway
3001 Bristol St.
SubwayPizza Hut
2750 Harbor Blvd
Pizza HutPizza Hut
1901 Placentia Ave
Pizza HutKFC
465 E 17th St.
KFCEl Pollo Loco
1941 Harbor Blvd.
El Pollo LocoJack in the Box
385 E. 17th Street
Jack in the BoxSubway
2263 Fairview Rd
SubwayEverytable- Costa Mesa
3033 Bristol St.
Everytable- Costa MesaSubway
1175 Baker St.
SubwayJack in the Box
1205 Baker St.
Jack in the BoxMiguel's Jr. 20
141 E 17th St.
Miguel's Jr.Jack in the Box
2602 Newport Blvd
Jack in the BoxSubway
3001 Harbor Blvd
SubwayCarl's Jr.
1550 Adams Ave
Carl's Jr.Taco Bell
2259 Harbor Blvd
Taco BellTaco Bell
1476 Bristol St.
Taco BellCarl's Jr.
1501 Newport Blvd
Carl's Jr.McDonald's
3141 Harbor Blvd
McDonald'sEl Pollo Loco
3131 Harbor Blvd
El Pollo LocoMountain Mike's Pizza #339
350 E 17th St.
Mountain Mike's PizzaWedge Burger
310 E 17th St.
Wedge BurgerMcDonald's
635 W 19th St.
McDonald'sMcDonald's
2300 Harbor Blvd
McDonald'sDel Taco
2956 Bristol St.
Del TacoFrequently asked questions
Which restaurants accept EBT in Costa Mesa?
Costa Mesa has 27 restaurants authorized for the SNAP Restaurant Meals Program, including Jack in the Box, El Pollo Loco, Subway, McDonald's. Each accepts EBT from eligible recipients for prepared meals.
Can anyone use EBT at these Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa?
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.