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 Harlem.

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 Harlem 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 Harlem 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?

You can browse these pages for resources in Harlem to see if any are 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 in Harlem.

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Beth Hark Christian Counseling Center - Food Pantry
8 reviews
Unclaimed
44 minutes
average wait time

0.38 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Schedule appointment through PLENTIFUL app
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Needs volunteers
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Lunch
- This Thursday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Lunch
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
Location
2 East 120th Street
New York, NY 10035
directions
Contact
(212) 860-1523
https://www.bethharkccc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mount Olivet Baptist Church Community Meals Food Pantry
15 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time

0.25 mi
Info
Best contact: Anthony
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- Tue, December 31st (next week)
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- 10:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
201 Lenox Avenue at 120th street
New York, NY 10027
directions
Contact
(917) 783-6968
http://mountolivetbaptistchurch.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Metropolitan Baptist Church - Soup Kitchen
5 reviews
Unclaimed
17 minutes
average wait time

0.21 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:30 am–11:00 am
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  10:30 am–11:00 am
- Tue, December 31st (next week)
  10:30 am–11:00 am
- 10:30 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
151 W 128th St
New York, NY 10027
directions
Contact
(212) 663-8990
https://www.facebook.com/MBCNYCOfficial
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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 Harlem.
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!
Other
Harlem Dowling-West Side Center for Children & Family Services
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 15 minutes
average wait time
Schedule
- This Friday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Fri, January 3rd (next week)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Fri, January 10th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
2139 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd
New York, NY 10027
directions
Contact
(212) 749-3656
www.harlemdowling.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Harlem Community Nutrition Service Agency
3 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.1 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
132 W 125th St
New York, NY 10027
directions
Contact
(212) 666-7538
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Food pantry (groceries)
Salem Harlem Children's Zone
4 reviews
Unclaimed
24 minutes
average wait time

0.3 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 7:30 am
- This Friday
  Food pantry (groceries): 7:30 am
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, January 1st (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 7:30 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 7:30 am
  every week on Friday, Wednesday
Location
211 West 129th Street
New York, NY 10027
directions
Contact
(212) 360-3255
https://www.salem-harlem.org
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Emanuel AME Church
3 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.32 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 am–7:00 am
- This Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 am–7:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 am–7:00 am
  every week on Friday, Wednesday
Location
39 West 119th Street
New York, NY 10026
directions
Contact
(646) 601-6040
https://www.wanacommunitycenter.org/ew-food-programs
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Corinthian Baptist Church - Fishes and Loaves
1 review
Unclaimed
28 minutes
average wait time

0.52 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  12:00 am–4:00 am
  Registration required
- Fri, January 3rd (next week)
  12:00 am–4:00 am
  Registration required
- Fri, January 10th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 am–4:00 am
  Registration required
- 12:00 am–4:00 am
  every week on Friday
Location
1912 Adam Clayton Powell Ave
New York, NY 10026
directions
Contact
(212) 864-5976
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Food pantry (groceries)
Department of Probation, Manhattan
2 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.15 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  Seniors Only
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Friday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  Seniors Only
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Friday, Wednesday
Location
128 West 128th Street
New York, NY 10027
directions
Contact
(718) 802-4500
https://www.nyc.gov/site/neon/programs/nutrition-kitchen.page
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Food pantry (groceries)
Antioch Church of God in Christ Inc. - Outreach Ministries
6 reviews
Unclaimed
28 minutes
average wait time

0.11 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
- Info
  Will reschedule in case of holiday closures
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- This Saturday
  CLOSED
- Sat, January 4th (next week)
  7:30 am–11:00 am
- Sat, January 11th (in 2 weeks)
  7:30 am–11:00 am
- 7:30 am–11:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
41 West 124th Street
New york, NY 10027
directions
Contact
(917) 974-8261
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Harlem 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 Harlem 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?
You can browse these pages for resources in Harlem to see if any are 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 in Harlem.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Harlem for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.