Is It Possible to Use Restaurant Gift Cards on DoorDash?

The simple answer? No, you cannot use your restaurant gift card on the DoorDash platform. Those gift cards are meant for dining in the restaurant, ordering takeout directly from them, or sometimes their own delivery service.

However, when you order through DoorDash, it operates under a different system. Don’t worry, though – we’ll explain exactly why it doesn’t work and show you a clear path forward, including the gift cards that do work perfectly on DoorDash.

Gift Cards You Can Use on DoorDash

Two types of gift cards work perfectly for DoorDash orders:

DoorDash Gift Card

This is the ideal solution. Funds from an official DoorDash gift card go into your DoorDash account balance. This balance covers orders from any restaurant on DoorDash in your area. It offers the most flexibility.

Visa/Mastercard Gift Card

Visa and Mastercard gift cards function like regular debit or credit cards. Add one as a payment method during DoorDash checkout. Make sure the card is activated and has enough funds for your order and fees.

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Where to Buy a DoorDash Gift Card?

You can buy DoorDash e-gift cards instantly from their official website or app. Major retailers like Amazon, Send Credit, and Walmart also sell them digitally or physically for delivery.

How to Buy a DoorDash Gift Card with Send Credit?

You can follow these steps to buy a DoorDash gift card on Send Credit:

• Login/Signup on the Send Credit Website.
• Go to the “Gift Cards” section.
• Find the DoorDash gift card in the “Restaurant” section.
• Add the “DoorDash gift card” to cart.
• Click “Check Out.”
• Add your card details to confirm the purchase.

Once you are done, you just need to wait 3 seconds for your gift card details. It’s that simple. 

Why Restaurant Gift Cards Don’t Work on DoorDash?

The key reason is how payment works. When you order through DoorDash, payment goes to DoorDash for facilitating the delivery service. The restaurant receives payment separately.

A restaurant’s own gift card system is designed only for payments made directly to them – whether in-person, through their own website, or via their own app. DoorDash cannot process these specific cards.

Alternative Option: Using Restaurant Gift Cards Directly at the Restaurant

Your restaurant gift card still has full value. Use it these ways:

• Dine In: Pay with the card when you visit the restaurant.
• Order Directly for Pickup: Call the restaurant or use their official website/app (if available) to place a pickup order. Pay with the gift card when you arrive.
• Use the Restaurant’s Own Website: Some larger chains operate their own website. If you order delivery directly through the restaurant’s system (not DoorDash, Uber Eats, etc.), their gift card is often accepted.

Wrapping It Up

DoorDash provides a convenient delivery service, but it operates separately from individual restaurant payment systems. Restaurant-specific gift cards are meant for direct transactions with the restaurant itself.

For smooth DoorDash ordering, choose a DoorDash gift card or a prepaid Visa/Mastercard gift card. Save the restaurant gift card for enjoying a meal at the location or ordering directly through them.

Knowing the options helps you use every gift card effectively.