Grocery stores that take EBT
If you get SNAP benefits (also called food stamps), you can use your EBT card at thousands of grocery stores across the United States. Most big chains, including Walmart, Target, and ALDI, accept EBT in-store and many now let you use your EBT card to shop online too.
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Which popular grocery stores take EBT?#which-popular-grocery-stores-take-ebt
Many of the biggest grocery stores, supermarkets, and online retailers accept EBT for eligible food purchases. Here’s a list of the most popular grocery stores where you can use your SNAP benefits, both in-person and online.
Walmart#walmart
Walmart is one of the largest grocery chains in the U.S., with everything from fresh produce and meat to pantry staples. You can use your EBT card at Walmart in stores and online (but remember, if you get SNAP benefits, you can only use EBT to pay for eligible food items). Learn more about using EBT at Walmart.
Amazon#amazon
Amazon lets you shop online for groceries with your EBT card in most states. But if you use Amazon Fresh, remember that your SNAP benefits only cover groceries, not any extra fees like delivery costs. Learn more about using EBT on Amazon.
Costco#costco
Bulk-retailer Costco accepts EBT for in-person purchases (but you have to be a member to shop there). Costco doesn’t accept EBT for online purchases yet. Learn more about using EBT at Costco.
Sam’s Club#sams-club
Sam’s Club also offers bulk groceries at warehouse prices. EBT is accepted in Sam’s Club stores, but not when you’re shopping online. Learn more about using EBT at Sam’s Club.
ALDI#aldi
ALDI is known for affordable groceries, including fresh produce, pantry basics, and store-brand products. ALDI accepts EBT in stores and online shopping is available through Instacart. Learn more about using EBT at ALDI.
Kroger#kroger
Kroger and its family of stores (including Fred Meyer, Ralphs, Smith’s, and Fry’s) are a go-to for many families for affordable groceries. Kroger stores accept EBT in-person and online for pickup orders in some states.
Albertsons#albertsons
At Albertsons and its family of stores (including Safeway, Vons, and Jewel-Osco) you can pay with EBT in-store, and many locations also allow online orders with EBT payment.
Target#target
Target offers groceries in addition to household goods, clothing, and more, but you can only use your SNAP benefits to buy eligible food items. You can use EBT at Target locations in-person or online for pickup and delivery. Learn more about using EBT at Target.
Publix#publix
Publix offers fresh produce, bakery items, and cold prepared foods among other SNAP-eligible groceries. Publix accepts EBT in stores for any SNAP-eligible food purchases. Online shopping at Publix with EBT is available through Instacart.
Trader Joe’s#trader-joes
Trader Joe’s is known for affordable groceries and frozen meals and treats. All Trader Joe’s stores accept EBT in person, but online shopping with EBT is not available. Learn more about using EBT at Trader Joe’s.
Whole Foods Market#whole-foods-market
Whole Foods (now owned by Amazon) accepts EBT in stores. You can also use EBT on Amazon Fresh grocery orders in some eligible areas. Learn more about using EBT at Whole Foods.
Wegmans#wegmans
Wegmans is a regional supermarket chain known for a wide range of prepared foods, some of which are SNAP-eligible. Wegmans accepts EBT both in stores and online.
WinCo Foods#winco-foods
WinCo is a warehouse-style grocery chain offering low-cost bulk and fresh foods. WinCo stores accept EBT for in-person shopping. You can’t use EBT for online shopping at WinCo.
Food Lion#food-lion
Food Lion accepts EBT in stores and through online ordering in some areas, depending on where you’re located.
Sprouts Farmers Market#sprouts-farmers-market
Sprouts is known for its natural and organic foods, fresh produce, and bulk items. EBT is accepted in-person at Sprouts stores. Sprouts also takes EBT online through its website, app, or Instacart. Learn more about using EBT at Sprouts.
CVS#cvs
While it’s mostly known as a pharmacy, CVS sells packaged and frozen foods, snacks, and drinks. Many locations accept EBT for SNAP-eligible items. Online ordering at CVS is only available when you use EBT through a third-party app like Doordash. Learn more about using EBT at CVS.
Walgreens#walgreens
Walgreens is a major pharmacy chain that also carries common SNAP-eligible pantry items, frozen food, and snacks. Walgreens accepts EBT in person. You can also buy eligible items online through Instacart. Learn more about using EBT at Walgreens.
Dollar Tree#dollar-tree
Dollar stores like Dollar General, Dollar Tree, and Family Dollar often stock packaged foods, snacks, frozen meals, and drinks. Many locations accept EBT in-person, and some take EBT online through Instacart. Learn more about using EBT at Dollar Tree.
7-Eleven#7-eleven
Convenience stores like 7-Eleven usually carry drinks, snacks, and basic groceries. 7-Eleven stores accept EBT in-person for SNAP-eligible items. You can shop with EBT online through the official 7-Eleven app or with third-party apps like Instacart or Doordash. Learn more about using EBT at 7-Eleven.
Wawa#wawa
Wawa is a popular convenience store chain, known for prepared foods, hoagies, and snacks. Many locations accept EBT for eligible groceries, but online shopping with EBT is not available. Learn more about using EBT at Wawa.
Thrive Market#thrive-market
Thrive Market is an exclusively online grocery store known for its natural and organic food and home goods. You can order and get SNAP-eligible items delivered to your door by shopping on the Thrive Market website. Learn more about using EBT at Thrive Market.
H-E-B#h-e-b
H-E-B is a popular Texas grocery chain, known for its variety of fresh produce and affordable store brands. H-E-B accepts EBT for both in-person and online grocery shopping.
How to find grocery stores that take EBT near you#how-to-find-grocery-stores-that-take-ebt-near-you
There are many smaller stores and local shops that take EBT too. Here is how you can find stores near you that accept EBT ahead of your shopping trip.
1. Use the Propel app#1-use-the-propel-app
When you use Propel to manage your benefits and check your EBT balance, you also get access to a map that shows you stores near you that accept EBT.
That’s in addition to special deals and discounts available through the Propel app.
Balance your grocery budget and get access to deals with Propel
2. Use the USDA SNAP Retailer Locator#2-use-the-usda-snap-retailer-locator
The USDA has a free online tool called the SNAP Retailer Locator that shows a map and list of stores near you that take EBT.
Here’s how to use it:
- Go to the SNAP Retailer Locator website
- Enter your ZIP code, city, or full address
- The map will show all the nearby stores that accept EBT, along with their addresses
- You can click on each store to get directions and contact information
2. Call the store directly#2-call-the-store-directly
If you already have a grocery store in mind, it’s a good idea to call ahead and ask if they take EBT. When you reach customer service or the front desk, you can ask:
- “Do you accept SNAP/EBT for in-store purchases?”
- “Do you accept EBT for online grocery orders or delivery?”
