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I have this habit of leaving my wallet at home, which is annoying until I remember I can still pay for coffee with my phone.
So when a Dunkin craving hit last week and I realized, once again, that I had forgotten my wallet, I checked whether Apple Pay worked there.
Dunkin has a fairly flexible checkout setup, so the Apple Pay question is worth checking if you like paying from your phone.
Here is what I found!
Does Dunkin Donuts accept Apple Pay?
Yes, Dunkin Donuts accepts Apple Pay in 2023. Whether I’m ordering through the mobile app or drive-thru, Dunkin accepts Apple Pay!
How to use Apple Pay at Dunkin stores
For me, this is one of the main reasons having an iPhone is useful at a coffee counter.
Apple Pay is easy to set up.
All you need is an Apple device, such as an iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch, with Apple Pay turned on.
It only takes a few quick prompts.
How to use Apple Pay on the Dunkin Mobile app
Using Apple Pay in the Dunkin app is probably the least fussy way I have paid for coffee, especially on a busy morning.
Simply open the Dunkin Donuts app, select drink(s) and/or food items, then select Apple Pay. Then, double-click the iPhone button and it’s on its way!
Here’s how I use Apple Pay inside Dunkin’s mobile app.
In the app, that part is about as simple as ordering gets.
How to use Apple Pay at Dunkin drive thru
I have dropped one too many cards while trying to pass them through a drive-thru window.
These days I just hold my phone near the contactless reader, and the whole thing feels quicker, cleaner, and less awkward.
What exactly is Apple Pay anyway?
In simple terms, Apple Pay lets you pay with an Apple device instead of pulling out a card.
It is a contactless payment method that allows Apple users to make secure payment(s) using their devices, such as iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
Like any payment method, it has a few advantages and a few limits.
Pros
Cons
Other popular payment options at Dunkin
Dunkin Donuts also accepts other payment methods, so Apple Pay is only one option.
Does Dunkin Donuts take Google Pay?
Yes, Dunkin Donuts takes Google Pay.
Google Pay works in similar tap-to-pay situations, so I usually think of it as the same kind of checkout.
Does Dunkin Donuts take Samsung Pay?
Yes, Dunkin Donuts takes Samsung Pay, too.
Samsung Pay is not as common in everyday use, but I have still seen it accepted at some Dunkin locations.
Does Dunkin Donuts accept Amazon Pay?
I have not seen Dunkin list Amazon Pay as a payment option.
Can you pay with Venmo at Dunkin?
I have not seen Venmo listed as a Dunkin payment option.
Can you pay with cash at Dunkin?
Cash is still accepted at Dunkin Donuts.
At the locations I have visited, it is still a reliable fallback when I do not want to use a card or phone, and that matters on busy mornings.
FAQs
When did Dunkin’ Donuts add Apple Pay?
Older references suggest Dunkin added Apple Pay in late 2015, alongside support for loading Dunkin cards, but I would check a current source before treating that as settled.
How do you set up Apple Pay on the iPhone?
To set up Apple Pay on the iPhone, pull up the Apple Wallet app and follow these steps:
Tap to add a card. > Choose “Debit or Credit Card” > Fill out the credit or debit card details > Agree to bank’s terms and conditions > Wait for activation .
Occasionally, inputting a 6-digit code sent to an email address or phone number will also be required.
How do you set up Apple Pay on the Apple watch?
To set up Apple Pay on the Apple Watch, do the following: Open the Watch app on the linked iPhone > Select Wallet and Apple Pay > Tap to add a card. > Add card details > Agree to the bank's terms and conditions > Wait for activation.
Conclusion
Apple Pay is available at Dunkin, which makes a quick coffee stop much less stressful if you are forgetful.
It means I can still grab coffee without turning around for my wallet.
It is now the way I pay most often there, mostly because it is faster than digging for a card and simpler than juggling change at the counter.
