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 Middlesex.

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 Middlesex 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 Middlesex 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 Middlesex that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clek02n910025md0fzfh081m6">Fish, Inc. Dunellen Area</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clj3cegie03rmqi0hvlw2udhy">Piscataway Senior Center</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckyi91ni8017504vjbavj70qm">Food Bank Network of Somerset County - Main 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 Middlesex 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 Middlesex - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In MiddlesexLemontree 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)
Fish, Inc. Dunellen Area
17 reviews
Unclaimed
40 minutes
average wait time

1.85 mi
Info
Serves: Registered clients living in Piscataway, Dunellen, Middlesex, South Plainfield, Edison and Highland Park. *Clients must be pre-screened and make an appointment by calling. Walk-ins are not accepted.
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Friday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
456 New Market Road
Piscataway, NJ 08854
directions
Contact
(732) 356-0081
www.fishhospitality.com
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Food pantry (groceries)
For My Good Works
5 reviews
Unclaimed
47 minutes
average wait time

2.16 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 7th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- Sat, December 21st (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- Sat, January 4th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- 10:00 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
214 Church St
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
directions
Contact
(609) 255-8170
https://for-my-good-work-inc.ueniweb.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Living Hope Outreach Center
9 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.95 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  No requirements
Schedule
- Sat, December 14th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, January 11th (in 2 months)
  11:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, February 8th (in 3 months)
  11:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 11:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
201 Whittier Avenue
Dunellen, NJ 08812
directions
Contact
(732) 424-7363
https://www.livinghopeoutreachcenter.com/default.asp?sec_id=180005616
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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 Middlesex.
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)
Radiant Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.16 mi
Info
Register Online at https://radiantchurchnj.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1234547
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, January 1st (in 2 months)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, February 1st (in 3 months)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 1st
Location
121 Centennial Avenue
Piscataway, NJ 08854
directions
Contact
(732) 318-5210
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Food pantry (groceries)
Food Bank Network of Somerset County - Bound Brook Pantry
10 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

1.98 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
Schedule
- Sat, December 7th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 pm
- Sat, December 21st (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, January 4th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–11:00 pm
- 9:00 am–11:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
409 Mountain Avenue
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
directions
Contact
(732) 560-1813
https://www.somersetfoodbank.org/need-help/
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Food pantry (groceries)
ZION HILL BAPTIST CHURCH
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.96 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Distribution in parking lot
Schedule
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Thursday
  8:30 am–10:00 am
- Thu, December 5th (next week)
  8:30 am–10:00 am
- Thu, December 12th (in 2 weeks)
  8:30 am–10:00 am
- 8:30 am–10:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
450 Highland Avenue
Piscataway, NJ 08854
directions
Contact
(732) 463-7776
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Food pantry (groceries)
Piscataway Senior Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.83 mi
Info
MIDDLESEX COUNTY SENIOR MEAL PROGRAM - suggested donation of $2.25.
- Requirements
  Hot meal is available
  Seniors Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  11:30 am
- Tomorrow
  11:30 am
- This Wednesday
  11:30 am
- 11:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
700 Buena Vista Avenue
Piscataway, NJ 08854
directions
Contact
(732) 743-9844
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Food pantry (groceries)
Food Bank Network of Somerset County - Main Pantry
10 reviews
Unclaimed
14 minutes
average wait time

3.35 mi
Info
Somerset County residents only except residents of Franklin Park and Somerset since they have their own foodbank.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–2:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–2:30 pm
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–2:30 pm
- 9:00 am–2:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
7e Easy Street
Martinsville, NJ 08805
directions
Contact
(732) 560-1813
https://www.somersetfoodbank.org/need-help/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Food Bank Network of Somerset County - North Plainfield Pantry
22 reviews
Unclaimed
14 minutes
average wait time

3.16 mi
Info
Some form of personal identification and proof of residency in Somerset County - North Plainfield

North Plainfield residents only

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- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
  Proof of address required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 7th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 21st (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, January 4th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
11 Vermeule Place
North Plainfield, NJ 07063
directions
Contact
(732) 560-1813
https://www.somersetfoodbank.org/need-help/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Metropolitan Community Service - Metropolitan SDA Church of Plainfield
17 reviews
Unclaimed
23 minutes
average wait time

3.64 mi
- Requirements
  Number of household members
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 7th (next week)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Sat, January 4th (in 2 months)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Sat, February 1st (in 3 months)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
1003 West 4th Street
Plainfield, NJ 07063
directions
Contact
(908) 561-0141
https://www.mymetrosda.org/events
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Middlesex 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 Middlesex 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 Middlesex that’s open today: Fish, Inc. Dunellen Area, Piscataway Senior Center, Food Bank Network of Somerset County - Main Pantry
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Middlesex for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.