The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is Louisiana’s monthly benefits program for low-income residents. SNAP recipients receive an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card to receive state funds, and the amount of aid is determined by earned income, residence and citizenship, Social Security status and ability to work. According to Louisiana’s Department of Children & Family Services, some restaurants are authorized to accept SNAP from homeless, elderly or disabled persons.
Papa Murphy’s
Unlike other pizza restaurant chains, Papa Murphy’s is a take-and-bake concept that allows customers to get in on the creation of their pizza. Every pizza is made to order with fresh ingredients, and then customers take their pies home for the final stage of preparation. In addition to pizzas, Papa Murphy’s offers salads, desserts and a number of appetizers and beverages. As of November 2010, Papa Muprhy’s accepts EBT payments at nearly all of its locations across the country, including the Gonzales, La., location.
Cracker Barrel
Part old country store, part restaurant, the Cracker Barrel location in West Monroe, La., is a participant in the SNAP program. The restaurant specializes in made-from-scratch country fare and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to food, Cracker Barrel also operates a retail location at each restaurant, selling old-fashioned games, candies and other food items.
Swamp Daddy’s
This seafood shack in Alexandria is about two hours northwest of Baton Rouge. Specializing in seafood dishes, Swamp Daddy’s is instantly recognizable with the giant crawfish statue that greets visitors upon entrance. As of November 2010, Swamp Daddy’s accepts EBT payments for meals, according to the USDA’s SNAP Retailer site.