Chick-fil-A Payment Methods: How Can You Pay at C-F-A?

Ordering food from Chick-fil-A is always a pleasure as they have earned a reputation as one of the top fast-food chain restaurants in America. Keeping that in mind, Chick-fil-A offers a variety of payment options so that their customers can pay conveniently and get a hassle-free experience while paying for their food. 

What Payment Methods Does Chick-fil-A Accept?

There are various payment options that Chick-fil-A accepts as their payment method, including cash, debit cards, credit cards, gift cards, PayPal, and digital payment like Apple Pay, and Google Pay. 

You can use these payment methods in all Chick-fil-A participating stores and drive-thrus throughout the United States. Also, you can load up your balance in your Chick-fil-A One account for purchasing foods through an app, or website. 

Payment Methods	Description
Cash	The traditional way of making payments for goods. Cash is widely accepted at Chick-fil-A stores and drive-thrus. Unfortunately, you cannot make payments with cash through the app or website.
Debit Card	Chick-fil-A allows you to make payments with debit cards in-store, app, and drive-thrus. If you don’t prefer carrying cash, you can use debit cards to make payments at Chick-fil-A.
Credit Card	Another alternative to Cash. Credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card, and Diner’s Club are also accepted to make payments at Chick-fil-A.
Gift Cards	You can use Chick-fil-A gift cards to make payments at their stores, drive-thrus, or online. These cards can be loaded with a specific amount of money and are available for purchase at Chick-fil-A locations and on their website.
PayPal	If you have a PayPal account, you can link it to your Chick-fil-A One account through the app and can use it to make payments.
Apple Pay	Apple Pay is also accepted at Chick-fil-A in their stores and drive-thrus. You can pay using your Apple devices such as iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch through a contactless reader.
Google Pay	Android users have the option to pay via contactless reader using Google Pay at Chick-fil-A stores and drive-thrus.

How to Make Payments Through App at Chick-fil-A?

Chick-fil-A offers numerous payment options through its app, including debit cards, credit cards, gift cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. You can select the option that suits you best with your preferences by following the instructions below. 

1. Making Payments Using Debit or Credit Cards

• Login to your Chick-fil-A One account, or simply create a new one by providing your details. 
• After signing in to your account, proceed to the account section at the top, and from there, select the “manage payments” option. 
• Next, tap or select the option “add debit or credit cards”, and fill up the necessary details that are required for adding your debit or credit card details. 
• Then, choose your desired foods, add them to the cart, and proceed to checkout. 
• Now tap on the manage payment options, and select debit or credit cards. 
• Once you have selected the card, a screen will appear for review and confirmation. Tap on the confirm, and the order is done successfully. 

2. Making Payments Using Gift Cards

• Sign in to your Chick-fil-A One account or register for free, ignore this step if you already signed in. 
• Select your desired foods from the app, tap on the checkout, and proceed to the “manage payment options”. 
• Select “transfer a gift card”, and then enter your gift card number and pin, which are located on the back side of your physical gift card. Keep in mind that, the balance on your physical gift card will transfer to your e-gift card (on your account). 
• Complete the payment process by confirming the transaction. 

3. Making Payments Using PayPal

• Access the “Account” section within the Chick-fil-A app to link your Paypal account. 
• After your order, select “manage payment options”, and add Paypal as your payment method. 
• You can add funds to your Chick-fil-A One account from Paypal, or you can pay directly with Paypal. 
• Then, confirm the order to finalize the transaction. 

4. Making Payments Using Apple Pay

• Open the Chick-fil-A app, select your desired food items, and proceed to review the order details screen. 
• Tap on the “change” button, select Apple Pay as a payment option from the list of other digital payment systems, and then, set up your Apple Pay by filling up the details. 
• Proceed to confirm the transaction to complete the payment. 

5. Making Payments Using Google Pay

• Access your Chick-fil-A app, order your food, and tap on the review order details screen. 
• Next, choose Google Pay as your preferred method of payment from the drop-down list of digital payments by tapping on the “change button”. 
• Set up your Google Pay according to the instructions, and then proceed to complete the payment. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Chick-fil-A charge $1 for PayPal?

No, Chick-fil-A does not charge a one-dollar ($1) for PayPal transactions. However, according to PayPal if you see such a charge in your account, it’s likely temporary and will be removed shortly. 

Can You Use Two Payment Methods on the Chick-fil-A App?

Unfortunately, Chick-fil-A doesn’t allow to use of two payment methods at a time. You can select one payment method so that it covers the cost of the food to make payments at Chick-fil-A. 

What Should I Do if I Placed an Order Wrong or Forgot to Order an Item at Chick-fil-A?

When you wrongly place an order or forget to order an item, you have to contact the Chick-fil-A location from where you have placed an order. 

You can easily find the information on the Chick-fil-A location by tapping on the “find a location” on the top-left corner of the app. Afterward, search the location and select your restaurant to get the contact number. 

The request for your refund will proceed, and you will get paid once your financial institution approves the transaction. 

How Can I Complain or Question About My Order at Chick-fil-A?

It is better to contact directly with the Chick-fil-A restaurant from where you have placed an order to complain or questions about your order. To find the details about the restaurant, tap on the “find a location” on the top-left corner of the screen from your app.