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California Guide to SNAP-Friendly Retailers Online: Where to Use Your EBT Card
Bryan Wang
Head of Consumer Growth
Last Updated: July 2, 2025
Hello, California friends! Your EBT card opens doors to a wide variety of shopping options across the state. From major grocery chains to farmers markets and even online retailers, we've put together this complete guide to help you find the perfect places to shop with your SNAP benefits. Plus, discover how the Forage app makes finding EBT-friendly stores and discounts even easier!
Introduction
Gone are the days when EBT cards only worked at physical grocery stores. California CalFresh recipients can now shop online at major retailers, order groceries for delivery, and even get restaurant meals in participating areas. Here's your complete guide to online EBT shopping options.
Meal Delivery Services Accepting EBT
Uber Eats
- In California, Uber Eats accepts EBT SNAP at participating Albertsons, Safeway, Andronico's, Lucky, and Vons locations, as well as Walgreens.
- New users are eligible for a free, 3-month Uber One trial; this means enjoying $0 delivery fees, among other special perks!
- To learn more, check out Uber Eats' SNAP page here
DoorDash
- In California, DoorDash accepts EBT SNAP at participating Albertsons, Safeway, Raley's, Sprouts, Smart & Final, and Save Mart locations.
- Select 7-Eleven and Walgreens locations also participate; to find specific stores near you that accept EBT on DoorDash, you can use the SNAP filter within the DoroDash app in the "grocery" and/or "convenience" tabs
- SNAP shoppers who sign up for the SNAP/EBT DashPass Plan will receive DashPass at a discounted rate of $4.99/month instead of $9.99/month, unlocking $0 delivery fees and other special perks.
- To learn more, check out DoorDash's SNAP FAQs page here
Instacart
- In California, Instacart accepts EBT SNAP at participating Safeway, Costco, FoodMaxx, Raley's, Sprouts, and Lucky locations.
- Get $0 delivery fees on your first 3 grocery orders with Insstacart. EBT customers also get 50% off Instacart+ for one year.
- To learn more, check out Instacart's EBT SNAP page here
Major Online Grocery Retailers
Amazon Fresh & Whole Foods
- Free delivery on orders $35+ with EBT
- Amazon Prime discounts available for EBT cardholders
Walmart Grocery
- Pickup and delivery options available
- No delivery fees on orders $35+
- Extensive selection of EBT-eligible items
Safeway/Albertsons
- Online shopping with same-day delivery
- Digital coupons can be combined with EBT
Specialty Stores and Services
Weee!
- Largest Asian online supermarket, offering fresh produce, staples, snacks, and other SNAP-eligible items delivered straight to your doorstep
- Free delivery on EBT orders >$35, and delivers statewide
- For more information, check out Weee! here
Thrive Market
- Affordable organic groceries, sold online and delivered to your doorstep
- Free delivery on EBT orders >$49 (>$120 if you are placing an order with frozen goods)
- Free Thrive Gives membership for EBT cardholders, and for teachers, nurses, first respondents, veterans, students, and/or families in need
- For more information, check out Thrive Market here
Restaurant Meals Program (RMP) Locations
Eligible Recipients:
- Adults 60 years or older
- Adults with disabilities receiving CalFresh
- Homeless individuals of any age
Participating Counties:
- Alameda, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Ventura, Yolo
- To find participating restaurants near you, check out the Restaurant Meals Program official website and tracker
Popular RMP Restaurants:
- Subway (select locations)
- KFC (participating stores)
- Taco Bell (select locations)
- Jack in the Box (certain stores)
- Carl's Jr. (participating locations)
Farmers Markets and Local Options
Market Match Program
- Double your CalFresh dollars (up to $15/day)
- Available at 200+ farmers markets statewide
- Fresh, local produce at better prices
- To find participating markets, check out Market Match's tracker here
California WIC Authorized Retailers
- Many accept both WIC and CalFresh
- Often carry fresh, healthy options
- Check the WIC retailer locator
How to Shop Online with EBT
Step-by-Step Process:
- Create account on retailer's website/app
- Add EBT card as payment method
- Shop for EBT-eligible items (clearly marked)
- At checkout, select EBT as payment for eligible items
- Pay delivery fees/tips with credit/debit card
- Confirm delivery details
Important Notes:
- You cannot pay delivery fees, tips, or taxes with EBT
- Have a backup payment method for non-eligible items
- EBT-eligible items are clearly marked on most sites
Shop With Confidence
While these community resources provide essential support, managing your CalFresh benefits efficiently is equally important. Download the Forage app to:
- ✅ Check your EBT balance safely and securely anytime
- 💰 Unlock exclusive cash back offers and rewards
- 🛒 Find the best grocery deals to stretch every dollar
Combined with community resources, smart benefit management helps ensure your family always has access to nutritious food.
🎯 Smart Shopping Made Easy: Download the Forage app to track your EBT balance in real-time, discover which stores offer the best deals, and earn rewards on your grocery purchases.
Ready to make more out of EBT?
Download the Forage App (Apple App Store / Google Play Store) today to start managing your EBT benefits with ease and unlock exclusive savings across California!
Disclaimer: Store participation may change. This information was last updated in July 2025. Always check with specific stores about their current EBT policies.
