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 Chinatown.

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 Chinatown 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 Chinatown 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 Chinatown that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clgc382nu0000l50ffp8uxe8u">Our Daily Bread</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clg4odikp0002mg0fbnqnxdxe">Veterans Affairs – Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC)</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clhxq2ywx0rp1n20hc5x93ec1">Associated Catholic Charities/My Sister’s Place </a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clg5rt2r9002ql20f16cg5gzy">Maryland Access Point (MAP)</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clg4o4qwb0000mj0foce9qn9d">Grace and Hope Mission – Food Pantry</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Chinatown 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 Chinatown - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In ChinatownLemontree makes it easy to find the best food pantries near you. Browse our directory, or sign up for personalized assistance & helpful tools. Our team of specialists can answer any question!

Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Our Daily Bread
2 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

0.13 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:45 am–8:15 am
  Seniors Only
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:45 am–8:15 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Location
19 West Franklin Street
Mount Vernon, MD 21201
directions
Contact
(443) 986-9000
https://cc-md.org/programs/odb-employment-center/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Veterans Affairs – Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC)
2 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.23 mi
Info
Military Veterans Only.

Closed on Federal Holidays.
- Requirements
  Must bring proof of Veteran status
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  8:30 am–3:00 pm
- Next Monday
  8:30 am–3:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  8:30 am–3:00 pm
- 8:30 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
209 West Fayette Street
Bromo Arts District, MD 21201
directions
Contact
(410) 637-3246
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Associated Catholic Charities/My Sister’s Place
5 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.13 mi
Info
Only for women and children
- Requirements
  For women and children only
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  7:30 am–8:30 am
- Today
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Today
  5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- 7:30 am–8:30 am
  every day
- 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every day
- 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every day
Location
411 Cathedral Street
Downtown, MD 21201
directions
Contact
(667) 600-3400
https://cc-md.org/programs/my-sisters-place/
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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 Chinatown.
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!
Food pantry (groceries)
So What Else @ City Place on the Avenue
8 reviews
Unclaimed
22 minutes
average wait time

0.47 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Outdoor distribution
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Any resident is eligible
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  11:00 am–11:30 am
  Fresh produce
- Thu, March 6th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–11:30 am
  Fresh produce
- Thu, March 13th (in 3 weeks)
  11:00 am–11:30 am
  Fresh produce
- 11:00 am–11:30 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
610 Pennsylvania Avenue
Seton Hill, MD 21201
directions
Contact
(410) 709-3272
https://www.sowhatelse.org/baltimore
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Grocery delivery
Maryland Access Point (MAP)
4 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

Info
Register to get the food delivered to your home. Only for Baltimore city residents. Call to register and they will deliver bags of canned products, enough for family of 4 individuals.

Calls are answered by a team of Certified Information and Referral Specialists (CIRS), Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Schedule
- Today
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- Next Monday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- 8:30 am–4:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
100 Holliday Street
Downtown, MD 21202
directions
Contact
(410) 396-2273
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Food pantry (groceries)
Grace and Hope Mission – Food Pantry
4 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

0.56 mi
Info
A referral from 211 Maryland is required. Call #211 for referral from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
- Requirements
  Referral required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Today
  3:00 pm
- Next Monday
  3:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  3:00 pm
- 3:00 pm
  every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Location
4 South Gay Street
Downtown, MD 21202
directions
Contact
(410) 685-5252
http://www.graceandhopemission.com/index.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
So What Else @ Jones Falls Giveaway
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.44 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Sat, March 8th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, April 12th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, May 10th (in 3 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
400 East Saratoga Street
Downtown, MD 21202
directions
Contact
(443) 254-4573
https://www.sowhatelse.org/food-rescue-bank/baltimore-food-giveaways/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Food Rescue Baltimore, Food Distribution
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.72 mi
Info
FRESH PRODUCE: Provides free produce and other food to those in need. The food is often rescued from markets, restaurants, or other organizations, to decrease waste and to help communities experiencing food insecurity. Distribution occurs at various locations throughout the city.For an updated and comprehensive list of participating sites and their giveaway times, visit the website: https://www.foodrescuebaltimore.org

People are encouraged to bring their own bags and select what items they want.For last minute notifications including supplies or weather-related cancellations, visit https://www.facebook.com/foodrescueday/
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  4:00 pm
- Mon, March 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  4:00 pm
- Mon, March 10th (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm
- 4:00 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
418 East Eager Street, House of Jacob Church
Baltimore, MD 21202
directions
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ebenezer AME
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.94 mi
Info
The soup kitchen is available every Thursday EXCEPT the first Thursday of the month.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Thu, March 6th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Thu, March 13th (in 3 weeks)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
18 West Montgomery Street
Federal Hill-Montgomery, MD 21230
directions
Contact
(410) 783-0190
https://www.ebenezer-amec-baltimore.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Project PLASE, Monthly Food Giveaway
9 reviews
Unclaimed
22 minutes
average wait time

0.3 mi
Info
COVID-19 Update 5/23/23: Accepts walk-ins for intake. Meal times: breakfast 7:30AM-8:30AM; Lunch 12Noon-1PM; Dinner 5PM-6PM. Showers, laundry services, case managment, and mail services are available. DROP-IN CENTER: Provides a daytime drop-in center for women and women with children. Serves breakfast (7:30-8:30AM), lunch (12Noon-1PM) and dinner (5-6PM). NA meetings are held Tues and Thurs, 10AM. Offers access to showers, baths and toiletries, use of telephone and mailing address, able to wash 1 load of laundry per week. Offers limited storage during the day time only, items cannot be left overnight. On site case management, behavioral health, and life skills training. Makes referrals to other services including psychiatry, medical care, case management, life skills, resume building, job training and night shelter. Also accepts donations of non-perishable food, clothing, personal items, and cleaning products. Serves as a Warming Center when Code Blue is declared by the City.
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
  Showers and laundry. First come first serve basis Mon-Thurs 9am
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Clothing may be available
Project PLASE, Monthly Food Giveaway has no upcoming openings!
Location
3601 Old Frederick Road
Baltimore, MD 21229
directions
Contact
(443) 415-6913
https://projectplase.org/need-housing/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Chinatown 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 Chinatown 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 Chinatown that’s open today: Our Daily Bread, Veterans Affairs – Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC), Associated Catholic Charities/My Sister’s Place , Maryland Access Point (MAP), Grace and Hope Mission – Food Pantry
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Chinatown for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.