13 Restaurants That Accept PayPal (In-Store and Online)
Updated November 2026
McDonald's, Taco Bell and Starbucks accept PayPal directly in their apps, and delivery apps like Uber Eats and Grubhub let you pay for almost any restaurant with PayPal. In person, you can use PayPal at nearly any fast food or sit-down restaurant that takes contactless payments by linking PayPal to Google Wallet or Samsung Wallet, or by paying with a PayPal Debit Mastercard.
Here's how PayPal works at 13 popular restaurants, plus the four ways to pay with PayPal when you eat out.
Restaurants That Accept PayPal at a Glance
| Restaurant | How to pay with PayPal |
|---|---|
| McDonald's | PayPal (and Venmo) in the app for Mobile Order & Pay |
| Taco Bell | PayPal or Venmo in the app and on the website |
| Starbucks | Link PayPal to your Starbucks Rewards account to reload |
| Chick-fil-A | Google Wallet or PayPal Debit Card (contactless) |
| Dunkin' | Google Wallet or PayPal Debit Card (contactless) |
| KFC | Google Wallet or PayPal Debit Card (contactless) |
| Little Caesars | Google Wallet or PayPal Debit Card (contactless) |
| Papa John's | Google Wallet or PayPal Debit Card (contactless) |
| Jersey Mike's | Google Wallet or PayPal Debit Card (contactless) |
| Buffalo Wild Wings | Google Wallet or PayPal Debit Card |
| Chili's | Google Wallet or PayPal Debit Card |
| Outback Steakhouse | Google Wallet or PayPal Debit Card |
| The Cheesecake Factory | Google Wallet or PayPal Debit Card |
Payment options can vary by location and change over time, so check the restaurant's app or ask at the register.
4 Ways to Pay With PayPal at Restaurants
1. In the restaurant's app or website
Some chains build PayPal right into their own ordering apps. You choose PayPal at checkout, log in once, and it's saved for next time. This is the easiest option when it's available.
2. Through Google Wallet or Samsung Wallet
PayPal lets you add your PayPal account to Google Pay (now Google Wallet) for in-store purchases. Once it's linked, you can tap your Android phone at any restaurant that accepts contactless payments, which includes most fast food chains, and the charge comes out of PayPal.
3. With a PayPal Debit Mastercard
The PayPal Debit Mastercard spends your PayPal balance anywhere Mastercard is accepted. You can also add it to Apple Pay, Google Pay or Samsung Pay, which is the main way iPhone users can pay with PayPal in person.
4. Through food delivery apps
Uber Eats and Grubhub accept PayPal as a payment method, so you can order from thousands of restaurants that don't take PayPal themselves. Add PayPal in the app's payment settings.
Delivery apps also run frequent promos. See our guide to getting free food on DoorDash.
13 Restaurants That Accept PayPal
1. McDonald's
McDonald's lists PayPal and Venmo as payment options for Mobile Order & Pay in its app. Order ahead, choose PayPal at checkout, and pick up at the counter, drive-thru or curbside. The app also has daily deals, so check those before you order.
2. Taco Bell
Taco Bell added PayPal and Venmo as payment options in its app and on its website. You can even set PayPal as your default payment method.
3. Starbucks
Starbucks lets you add PayPal to your Starbucks Rewards account and use it to reload your Starbucks card in the app. You'll earn Stars on purchases paid with your reloaded card. Want more free coffee? Read how to get free refills at Starbucks.
4. Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A restaurants accept contactless payments, so you can pay with PayPal through Google Wallet or a PayPal Debit Card at the register or drive-thru.
5. Dunkin'
At Dunkin', tap to pay with PayPal through Google Wallet or use a PayPal Debit Card. You can also reload a Dunkin' card with a PayPal Debit Card in the app to keep earning rewards.
6. KFC
KFC accepts contactless payments, so PayPal through Google Wallet or a PayPal Debit Card works in store.
7. Little Caesars
At Little Caesars, pay with PayPal by tapping your phone with Google Wallet, or use a PayPal Debit Card. It works well with Hot-N-Ready pizzas you grab in store.
8. Papa John's
When ordering from Papa John's, use a PayPal Debit Card online or pay with Google Wallet at pickup. You'll still earn Papa Rewards points.
9. Jersey Mike's
Link PayPal to Google Wallet and tap to pay at Jersey Mike's, or use a PayPal Debit Card in the app or in store.
10. Buffalo Wild Wings
At Buffalo Wild Wings, pay your tab with Google Wallet or a PayPal Debit Card, or use the card when ordering takeout online.
11. Chili's Grill & Bar
Chili's lets you pay at the table. Use a PayPal Debit Card, or tap Google Wallet where contactless is available.
12. Outback Steakhouse
At Outback Steakhouse, pay with a PayPal Debit Card or Google Wallet, in the restaurant or when ordering takeout online.
13. The Cheesecake Factory
At The Cheesecake Factory, use a PayPal Debit Card or Google Wallet to pay your check or for online takeout orders.
Can I Use PayPal With Apple Pay?
You can't link a PayPal account directly to Apple Pay for in-store payments. iPhone users can add a PayPal Debit Mastercard or PayPal credit card to Apple Wallet instead, according to PayPal, or use PayPal inside restaurant and delivery apps that support it.
Tips for Paying With PayPal at Restaurants
- Check the app first. Restaurant apps that take PayPal often have exclusive deals and rewards, too.
- Link PayPal to Google Wallet once. Then you can tap to pay at almost any restaurant with a contactless reader.
- Watch for PayPal offers. PayPal and its partners sometimes run cash-back deals at restaurants, so check the Offers tab in the PayPal app before you eat out.
- Look for other deals. See our lists of kids eat free restaurants and places to get free stuff on your birthday.
Shopping instead? See our list of stores that accept PayPal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fast food restaurants accept PayPal?
McDonald's and Taco Bell accept PayPal in their apps, and Starbucks lets you reload with PayPal. At most other fast food chains, you can pay with PayPal by linking it to Google Wallet and tapping your phone, or with a PayPal Debit Card.
Can I pay with PayPal at a restaurant in person?
Yes, if the restaurant takes contactless payments. Link your PayPal account to Google Wallet or Samsung Wallet, or use a PayPal Debit Mastercard (which you can also add to Apple Pay).
Which restaurants take PayPal online?
McDonald's (in the app) and Taco Bell (app and website) accept PayPal directly. You can also order from thousands of restaurants with PayPal through Uber Eats and Grubhub.
Does McDonald's accept PayPal?
Yes. McDonald's accepts PayPal and Venmo for Mobile Order & Pay in its app.
Does Chick-fil-A take PayPal?
You can pay with PayPal at Chick-fil-A by tapping your phone with PayPal linked to Google Wallet, or by using a PayPal Debit Card.