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 East Cambridge.

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 East Cambridge 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 East Cambridge 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 East Cambridge that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cldmjj4qo0000m60fvyf4ktos">Margaret Fuller House</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cldp4d3nv000tmj0f0wvn2muk">ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In East CambridgeLemontree 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)
East End House: Emergency Food Program
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.2 mi
Info
Requirements & Restrictions: They serve individuals and families in need in the Cambridge and Greater Boston area with no residency restrictions. On your first visit, you will be required to fill out an intake form. Bring ID and a form of income verification. Acceptable forms of verification include pay stubs, Medicare/Mass Health card, a DTA/EBT card, a referral, a benefit statement, or any other document that proves your income status.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Bring referral Letter and/or Income or Assistance Letter
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Fri, November 29th (next week)
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Friday
Location
105 Spring Street
East Cambridge, MA 02141
directions
Contact
(617) 876-4444
eastendhouse.org/programs-and-services/emergency-food-program
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Massachusetts Avenue Baptist Church
2 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.92 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Mon, December 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Mon, December 9th (in 3 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–10:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
146 Hampshire Street
The Port, MA 02139
directions
Contact
(617) 868-4853
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos - Main Street Café (Golden Age Senior Center)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.79 mi
Info
Serves people above 55, and disabled
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Seniors Only
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Next Tuesday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Next Wednesday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Friday, Wednesday
Location
382 Main Street
Charlestown, MA 02129
directions
Contact
(617) 477-6688
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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 East Cambridge.
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)
Margaret Fuller House
2 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
Schedule
- Open now!
  2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 4:00 pm–6:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Friday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
71 Cherry Street
The Port, MA 02139
directions
Contact
(617) 547-4680
https://margaretfullerhouse.org/service-overview/food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center
1 review
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.29 mi
Info
They provide general case assistance as well
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Seniors and people with disabilities
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
  Proof of lower income required, such as your EBT card
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  SNAP assistance available
Schedule
- Open now!
  9:00 am–4:00 am
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–4:00 am
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–4:00 am
- 9:00 am–4:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1 Michelangelo Street
North End, MA 02113
directions
Contact
(617) 523-8125
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Carl F. Barron Plaza
1 review
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.31 mi
- Requirements
  Outdoor distribution
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Walk-ins accepted
Schedule
- This Saturday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:30 pm–3:00 pm
- Sat, November 30th (next week)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:30 pm–3:00 pm
- Sat, December 7th (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:30 pm–3:00 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
1 Central Square
Cambridgeport, MA 02139
directions
Contact
(617) 299-0730
www.bostonfoodnotbombs.com
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Food pantry (groceries)
Harvest on the Vine
4 reviews
Unclaimed
34 minutes
average wait time

1.25 mi
Info
Open to Charlestown Residents

The food pantry is located at the back of 49 Vine Street (Parking Lot)

Can inquire more on their services on site
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  2:00 pm–3:30 pm
- Sat, December 14th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, December 31st (next month)
  2:00 pm–3:30 pm
- 10:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 2:00 pm–3:30 pm
  every month on the last Tuesday
Location
49 Vine Street
Charlestown, MA 02129
directions
Contact
(617) 990-7314
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Food pantry (groceries)
Community Supper
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.01 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Tue, December 10th (in 3 weeks)
  5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
30 Brimmer Street
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
directions
Contact
(617) 523-2377
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Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army
1 review
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.19 mi
Info
Lunch: 12:00 noon
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  11:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Next Monday
  11:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  11:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 11:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
402 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridgeport, MA 02139
directions
Contact
(617) 547-3400
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Food pantry (groceries)
Boston Night Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.15 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 pm
- This Friday
  9:00 pm
- Next Saturday
  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 East Cambridge 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 East Cambridge 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 East Cambridge that’s open today: Margaret Fuller House, ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in East Cambridge for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.