You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in Boston.

What do I have to bring?

Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!

Do I need an appointment?

Every location is different! Some places in Boston accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Do they have vegetables?

Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in Boston do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Any pantries open today?

If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options. Here’s a list of everything in Boston that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cldozkx3j0000l70frutogirj">Bridge Over Troubled Waters</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cldmjsz9x0002mn0fw720wpao">St. Francis House</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cldn93e8r0002kw0f24738a0q"> New England Center for Homeless Veterans</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Boston for in-person visits. You can always reach us by <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Free Food in Boston - Lemontree Directory

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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Cathedral Church of St. Paul – MANNA Community
1 review
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.09 mi
Info
The Cathedral offers additional services, including weekly masses, a microlibrary, meditation groups, and more. See the website for more information

Lunch is served every Monday Sproat Hall.

Clothes available once in a month program called "city reach" conducted by another church but same location
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Open to all
- Mon, December 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Open to all
- Mon, December 9th (in 3 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Open to all
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
138 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02111
directions
Contact
(617) 482-5800
https://www.stpaulboston.org
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Bridge Over Troubled Waters
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.13 mi
Info
Bridge Over Troubled Waters helps run-away homeless or rescues ages 14-24 years old.

They provide the following services:

Street outreach

Mobile medical van

Education and career programs

Counselling

Transitional and Permanent Housing

Drop-in Shelter (Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Requirements
  Must pass the intake to qualify.
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Offers job training/assistance
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–10:00 am
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm
  every day
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every day
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–10:00 am
  every day
Location
47 West Street
Downtown, MA 02111
directions
Contact
(617) 423-9575
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Paulist Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.11 mi
Info
The Wednesday Night Supper Club
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  General public
- Wed, December 4th (in 2 weeks)
  6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  General public
- Wed, December 11th (in 3 weeks)
  6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  General public
- 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
5 Park Street
Boston, MA 02108
directions
Contact
(617) 942-4460
www.paulistcenter.org/get-involved/social-justice
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How do I get food?
You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.
Can someone deliver the food to my house?
Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in Boston.
What do I have to bring?
Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Francis House
1 review
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

0.26 mi
Info
Sign up at the Counseling Desk in the St. Francis House Day Care
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  Breakfast
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  Breakfast
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  every day
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  every day
Location
39 Boylston Street
Downtown, MA 02116
directions
Contact
(617) 457-1007
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
New England Center for Homeless Veterans
1 review
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.27 mi
Info
-Veterans only -Provide a wide variety of services and should inquire more on these services onsite
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Offers job training/assistance
  Housing assistance
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 am–7:00 am
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:30 pm
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 am–7:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Friday, Sunday
Location
17 Court Street
Downtown, MA 02108
directions
Contact
(617) 371-1800
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Franciscan Food Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.12 mi
Info
Food Distribution at the Garage
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Thu, December 5th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, January 2nd (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, February 6th (in 3 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Thursday
Location
100 Arch Street
Downtown, MA 02110
directions
Contact
(617) 542-6440
https://stanthonyshrine.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Food Not Bombs
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.27 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Sat, November 30th (next week)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Sat, December 7th (in 2 weeks)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
Boston Common (near Park Street T)

directions
Contact
(617) 787-3463
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Food pantry (groceries)
Boston Rescue Mission
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.14 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, December 4th (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- Wed, December 18th (in 4 weeks)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, January 1st (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- 8:00 am–10:00 am
  every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Location
39 Kingston Street
Boston, MA 02111
directions
Contact
(978) 601-3326
https://www.brm.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Boston Public Market, Dewey Square
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.41 mi
- Requirements
  Outdoor distribution
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Fresh produce
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  11:30 am–6:30 pm
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  11:30 am–6:30 pm
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  11:30 am–6:30 pm
- 11:30 am–6:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
600 Atlantic Avenue
Downtown, MA 02210
directions
Contact
(617) 973-4909
https://bostonpublicmarket.org/blog/6658/seasonal-farmers-markets-are-back-for-the-season/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Boston Night Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.48 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 pm
- Next Saturday
  9:00 pm
- Next Sunday
  9:00 pm
- 9:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Location
31 Bowker Street
Downtown, MA 02114
directions
Contact
(617) 788-1001
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Boston accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.
What kind of food do they have?
Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Do they have vegetables?
Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in Boston do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.
Do they have meat?
Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Any pantries open today?
If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options. Here’s a list of everything in Boston that’s open today: Bridge Over Troubled Waters, St. Francis House, New England Center for Homeless Veterans
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Boston for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.