Arizona Restaurants That Accept EBT: From McDonald’s to Papa John’s

According to the Arizona Department of Economic Security, Arizona offers the Nutrition Assistance Program (formerly known as food stamps) to hundreds of thousands of eligible families. Those eligible for the program receive an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, similar to a debit card, that they can use to purchase food at grocery stores, farmers markets, and even some fast food restaurants.

The Restaurant Meal Program (RMP) allows eligible individuals to use their EBT at select restaurants.

Below is a list of fast food restaurants that accept EBT. This list was last updated by DES on June 20, 2024. It should be noted that just because a chain is listed does not mean that all locations accept EBT, so it is best practice to check with the restaurant before placing your order.

Does McDonald’s accept EBT in Arizona?

Yes. But each store has a different policy. According to the most recent information on the DES website, some McDonald’s stores accept EBT. These are located in Avondale, Belmont, Bullhead City, Casa Grande, Chandler, Eloy, Fort Mohave, Gila Bend, Gilbert, Glendale, Globe, Holbrook, Kayenta, Kingman, Lake Havasu, City, Maricopa, Mesa, Page, Parker, Payson, Phoenix, Pinetop, Quartzsite, Safford, Scottsdale, Show Low, Snowflake, Springerville, Tempe, Tuba City, Tucson, Wickenburg, Window Rock, and Winslow.

Call before placing an order.

Does Subway accept EBT in Arizona?

Yes. Some Subway stores (one or two in each city) in Arizona accept EBT. You can find them in Anthem, Avondale, Buckeye, Bullhead City, Chandler, Chinle, Cottonwood, Flagstaff, Fort Mohave, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, Glendale, Gold Canyon. Golden Valley, Green Valley, Kayenta, Kingman, Lake Havasu, Mesa, Nogales, Parker, Payson, Peoria, Phoenix, Prescott, Prescott Valley, Queen Creek, San Luis, San Tan Valley, Scottsdale, Sedona, Somerton, Sun City, Sun Lakes, Surprise, Taylor, Tempe, Tolleson, Tucson, Vail, Winslow, and Yuma.