Does Burger King Take Apple Pay?

You may have asked these questions if you love eating at Burger King and prefer paying with Apple Pay.

Does Burger King take Apple Pay?
What payments do Burger King restaurants accept?
Is using the Burger King app worth it?

Fortunately, I have the answers.

I wrote this article to answer the question, “Does Burger King take Apple Pay?” I’ll also discuss other payment methods Burger King accepts and explain the best payment option when ordering from Burger King.

No. Burger King used to accept Apple Pay but stopped doing so a few years ago.

The popular fast-food chain decided to support Apple Pay no longer in 2019. Since then, Burger doesn’t accept Apple Pay in-store, on the website, or through the app.

Burger king customers must choose other payment methods since Burger King is unlikely to accept Apple Pay anytime in the foreseeable future.

Among other major fast food chains, Burger King is one of the few that does not accept Apple Pay. However, online marketplaces like Amazon accept Apple Pay if you want to buy burger King gift cards.

You can buy Burger King gift cards with Apple Pay from Target and other retailers. All local Burger King branches don’t take Apple Pay online, in-store, or for delivery.

Another option to use Apple Pay to order Burger King is through Uber Eats or other food delivery services. Those third-party services let you use Apple Pay to pay for your Burger King order.

If you still want to eat inside Burger King’s store, you can choose the Pickup option on Uber Eats. This option is one of the best ways to indirectly use Apple Pay at Burger King.

Why Doesn’t Burger King Accept Apple Pay?

Does Burger King accept Apple Pay? No, it doesn’t, which is unfortunate for Apple Pay users.

The reason why Burger King doesn’t take Apple Pay is because of a partnership conflict.

Burger King and PayPal entered a partnership in 2014, and Burger King stopped using Apple Pay in 2019.

As of this article’s writing, Burger King has removed Apple Pay and doesn’t support Google Pay or Samsung Pay.

Burger King’s partnership with PayPal means the fast-food chain doesn’t accept any of PayPal’s competitors, including Apple Pay, through the Burger King mobile app or at physical Burger King locations.

Since Burger King removed Apple Pay (and all Apple Pay services), the company has promoted using your Venmo or PayPal account when ordering.

Official Burger King Payment Methods

Aside from Burger King gift cards, the fast food chain accepts other payment options.

Here are the different payment options and where you can use them.

PayPal

Because of its partnership with PayPal, Burger King encourages this payment option, especially when ordering through its app.

If you want to order directly from the store, you can still use PayPal but have to follow these steps.

Open your Burger King app.
Log in to your account.
Select PayPal, among other payment services.
Check out using PayPal.

Instead of using PayPal to pay for your order through the counter, you need to do so through the Burger King app.

Venmo

You can use Venmo on the Burger King app free of charge. Burger King gives random Venmo users $1 to promote the mobile payment option.

Venmo also used this marketing tactic to promote its “$1 Your Way” value menu. The value menu included fries, a chicken junior sandwich, a drink, and a bacon cheeseburger (standard Burger King meat patties).

To use Venmo to pay at the Burger King mobile app, you must pay through the Burger King mobile app.

Open the Burger King app.
Sign in to your Burger King account.
Choose the Venmo mobile payment method.
Check out using Venmo.

Like with PayPal, you can only use this payment method through the Burger King mobile app. Sometimes, Burger King will offer other random rewards if you use Venmo or PayPal as your payment option.

In conclusion, Burger King no longer accepts Apple Pay.

The fast-food company supports the younger generation by making PayPal or Venmo the company’s preferred payment method.

Credit and Debit Cards

Credit and debit cards let you instantly pay for your order at all fast food restaurants. You don’t need to use the Burger King app if you want to pay with your cards.

If you want to eat inside Burger King’s store, you can use your credit or debit cards at the cashier directly. You can also use the Burger King app to order and pay for your meal online with credit or debit cards.

Cash

You can use cash to pay at Burger King if you don’t want to use the Burger King app or any mobile online payment option.

The advantage of using cash is you don’t need to worry about your card declining or loading your phone to make mobile payments.

What Perks Can I Get Using The Burger King App?

Here are some advantages of ordering through the Burger King website or app, even if you can’t use Apple Pay.

Mobile Ordering

You can order through your mobile device and don’t need to go all the way to the restaurant to choose. You can quickly scan Burger King’s website or app to look for your order and purchase it online.

Online purchases let you skip the long line when picking up your order at Burger King by allowing you to go straight to the counter at a separate area. Ensure you place your order a few minutes before arriving at the restaurant to avoid waiting.

Exclusive Promos

Burger King gives exclusive promos to people who use the app to pay or order. You also sometimes get bonuses when you use a Burger King gift card through the app.

You can’t expect change if you use a gift card in-store and your order is less than your gift card. Using your gift cards online when you pay at Burger King is better to avoid wasting your points.

Find Restaurants

You can use the Burger King app to look for open restaurants nearby. The app provides you with the most convenient stores throughout your route.

Remember, not all Burger King stores have the same opening and closing times.

Some stores run 24/7, while others close at a specific time. You can use the app to find an open Burger King location.

Earn Rewards

Sometimes Burger King offers rewards when you order food items through the app. You can collect these rewards and use them on your later purchases.

These rewards include points or discounts, which help you save on your next payment. If there is an ongoing promo for particular food items, you can usually see it through the app.

Customize Orders

You can customize your orders through the app to add patties, lettuce, or other add-ons for your burger or other food items. Like other restaurants that let you order online, you can create a unique burger by adding and subtracting ingredients.

Some add-ons will charge you additional payment, so it pays to keep the price in mind when customizing your order. Doing this in person is sometimes inconvenient, and you won’t always get your order right compared to customizing it online.

Paying For Someone Else

If you want to buy food for someone, the best way is through the app. You can deliver the food to their house or pick it up yourself.

This way, you don’t have to give the recipient the money; instead, make the purchase yourself through the app. You can also order ahead for that person, so all they have to do is pick up the order when they get to the restaurant.

Customer Service

You can complain through the app instead of going to the store and looking for a manager.

Burger King’s customer service lets you voice complaints and concerns more privately instead of causing a commotion.

You can also inquire about meals beforehand if you’ve any allergies to ensure the safety of your order. The mobile app lets you see the available menu and ask questions before placing your order.

How Do I Use The Burger King App?

The Burger King app offers two options when you order: 1) delivery or 2) pickup. You’ll have to follow different steps depending on your choice.

You can still order online if you don’t want to use the app. However, using the website is more inconvenient compared to the app.

You can download the app through Google Play Store for Android users and the Apple App Store for iOS users.

Google Play Store

Apple App Store

I’ll discuss how to order through the app and not the website. Make sure you already have a Burger King account before you use the app.

How Do I Order Burger King For Pickup?

Under Pickup, you have three options. You can pick up your order from the store, dine in, or drive through.

1 – Sign in to the app by entering your email and password.

2 – Tap on the green banner at the bottom of the screen.

3 – Select your preferred BK pickup location.

4 – Choose the At a restaurant option.

5 – Manually enter your address or select Share Location to find nearby stores.

6 – Find the nearest restaurant and tap Order.

7 – Add all the items you want to purchase to your cart after customizing them(optional).

8 – Tap the total on the green banner at the bottom of your screen.

Pickup

1 – Choose the Pick Up option.

2 – Tap Continue and enter your payment details (no Apple Pay option).

3 – Tap Continue again.

4 – Go to the selected BK location during your pickup time.

5 – Go inside the store to pick up your order.

Drive Thru

1 – Choose the Drive Thru option.

2 – Tap Continue and enter your payment details (no Apple Pay option).

3 – Tap Continue again.

4 – Go to the selected BK location during your drive-thru time.

5 – Tell the cashier your name and order number (sometimes it helps to show your phone).

6 – Receive your order and drive.

Dine In

1 – Choose the Dine In option.

2 – Tap Continue and enter your payment details (no Apple Pay option).

3 – Tap Continue again.

4 – Go to the selected BK location after ordering.

5 – Go to the counter.

6 – Get your order, find a seat, and enjoy your meal.

How Do I Order Burger King For Delivery?

The delivery process is very straightforward. It pays to give the driver additional information if your house is hard to find.

1 – Open the app and log in to your account.

2 – Tap the green banner at the bottom and choose Delivery.

3 – Enter your delivery address and tap Deliver Here.

4 – Tap Order at the bottom of the screen.

5 – Add all the items you want to buy to your cart after customizing each.

6 – Once you add everything, click on the green batter at your screen’s bottom.

7 – Add additional instructions to the driver if your house is hard to find.

8 – Enter your phone number and choose your payment info and delivery tip.

9 – Tap Place secure order.

10 – Get a confirmation and wait for your delivery.

What Other Restaurants Accept Apple Pay?

Even if BK does not accept Apple Pay, many other stores do.

Here are the top restaurants (and hotels) that accept Apple Pay.

Chick-Fil-A
Dunkin’ Donuts
Baskin-Robbins
Chili’s
KFC
McDonald’s
Pizza Hut
Starbucks
Subway
White Castle
Jimmy John’s
Rubio’s
JetBlue
Wendy’s

If your only payment method is Apple Pay, you can look for a different restaurant or hotel that accepts the payment option.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does Burger King Accept Apple Pay?

No. BK doesn’t accept Apple Pay.

Does Burger King Have Apple Pay?

No. BK doesn’t let you pay directly with Apple Pay. However, you can indirectly use Apple Pay by buying gift certificates or ordering through Uber Eats or other platforms.