Does Domino‘s Take EBT in 2024? Everything You Need To Know

Using your Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card to order takeout or delivery is a convenient way to use Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. However, not all restaurants accept EBT payments. So what‘s the deal with Domino‘s?

Here‘s a comprehensive look at how EBT cards work at Domino‘s pizza locations across the country.

Overview of The Restaurant Meals Program

First things first – the standard SNAP program does not allow recipients to use EBT cards to buy prepared hot foods or restaurant meals. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) only authorizes EBT for groceries.

However, the USDA does administer the Restaurant Meals Program (RMP) through state welfare agencies. This gives EBT recipients who may not be able to cook or store meals the ability to use benefits at approved restaurants in certain areas.

Currently 7 states have active Restaurant Meals Programs – Arizona, California, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Rhode Island, and Virginia. However, not every city and county within those states participates. Local welfare offices decide which jurisdictions to enroll based on need.

Over 1.5 million SNAP households included someone age 60 or older in FY 2020. Meanwhile, nearly 4 million households had at least one non-elderly member with a disability in FY 2019. The Restaurant Meals Program makes it possible for many in these groups to get hot meals using EBT.

Does Domino‘s Accept EBT in My State?

Domino‘s locations can choose to enroll in their state‘s Restaurant Meals Program. However, it‘s up to each individual franchise owner to decide. Here are the states where EBT is accepted at select Domino‘s:

Arizona

117 Domino‘s locations accept EBT across 9 counties – Apache, Coconino, Gila, Maricopa, Mohave, Navajo, Pima, Pinal, and Yavapai. These counties contain cities like Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff, and others.

California

Over 300 Domino‘s locations participate in the RMP across 16 counties – Alameda, Contra Costa, Fresno, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Sonoma, and Yolo. Major cities include Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, and San Francisco.

Illinois

Illinois only has the Restaurant Meals Program active in Cook County and Chicago. About 2 dozen Domino‘s locations accept EBT payments in the city of Chicago.

Maryland

No Domino‘s locations currently participate in Maryland‘s RMP.

Michigan

Select Domino‘s stores accept EBT in Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties, including cities like Detroit, Warren, Dearborn, Livonia, and Sterling Heights. Around 35 locations participate.

Rhode Island

As of 2023, Rhode Island does not have any active RMP locations.

Virginia

Over 50 Domino‘s stores accept EBT payments in Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Falls Church, Loudoun County, Manassas, Manassas Park, and Prince William County. Major cities include Arlington, Alexandria, and Fairfax.

All Other States

If your state is not listed above, EBT cards cannot be used to pay at Domino‘s. You can contact your local SNAP office to advocate for joining the Restaurant Meals Program.

Confirm EBT Acceptance at Your Local Domino‘s

To confirm if a specific Domino‘s location participates in the RMP:

1. Visit the Domino‘s store locator and enter your address.

2. Click the location and find the phone number.

3. Call and ask to speak with a manager. Ask them directly, "Do you accept EBT cards under the Restaurant Meals Program?"

Policies can vary even within the same city or county, so it‘s essential to verify directly with each store.

Domino‘s EBT Policies by State

Other Ways to Save at Domino‘s

If you can‘t use your EBT card at Domino‘s, try these tips to save money:

• Choose carryout: Skip delivery fees and tips by placing a carryout order through the Domino‘s app or website.

• Join rewards: Earn points toward free pizzas by joining Domino‘s Piece of the Pie Rewards program.

• Use coupons: Check Domino‘s latest deals online for coupons like $3 off or 50% off menu items.

• Stick to regular pizzas: Avoid pricy specialty pizzas and choose basic cheeses or 1-topping pizzas to save a few bucks.

• Order one large pizza: Instead of 2 small or medium pizzas, order one large pizza which often costs just a dollar or two more. Feed the whole family and have leftovers!

• Split costs: Go in on a pizza order with friends or family and only pay for what you eat.

• Price match: Ask about price matching other pizza chains‘ deals or coupons.

I hope this guide provides everything you need to know about using EBT cards at Domino‘s! Let me know if you have any other questions.