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 Midtown East.

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 Midtown East 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 Midtown East 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 Midtown East that’s open today: Crossroads Community Services - Food Pantry , St. Paul's House , Grand Central Food Program, SW corner 51st St. & Broadway , Grand Central Food Program, 51st Street between Park and Lexington Avenues

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Midtown East for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Crossroads Community Services - Food Pantry
21 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.17 mi
Info
We distribute grocery bags filled with proteins, grains, vegetables, fruits, and dry goods every Thursday. To make an appointment, please call 212-378-0234 or email us at pantry@crossroadsnyc.org. You can also find us at plentifulapp.com. Family size determines the amount of food that each family will receive. Please remember to bring current identification with proof of address for all household members on your first day.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Call in advance for services
Registration required
Appointments required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:45 am–8:45 am
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
Tomorrow
Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–12:45 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–12:45 pm
every week on Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–11:00 am
every week on Saturday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:45 am–8:45 am
every week on Monday, Wednesday, Sunday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
every day
Location
108 East 51st Street
New York, NY 10022
directions
Contact
(212) 378-0234
https://www.crossroadsnyc.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
St. Paul's House
27 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.8 mi
Info

Must live within 20 blocks of the neighborhood
Requirements
You can visit once a week
ID required
Proof of address required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–8:30 am
This Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–8:30 am
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–8:30 am
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–8:30 am
every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–10:30 am
every week on Tuesday
Location
335 West 51st Street
New York, NY 10019
directions
Contact
(212) 265-5433
www.sphnyc.org
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Grand Central Food Program, SW corner 51st St. & Broadway
8 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.6 mi
Info
"For a smoother experience, this is a grab-and-go meal site where trucks arrive sometimes earlier or later due to traffic. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled time. If the truck is running late, please allow at least 15 minutes from the scheduled arrival time before inquiring."
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
7:15 pm
Tomorrow
7:15 pm
This Friday
7:15 pm
7:15 pm
every day
Location
1634 Broadway
New York, NY 10019
directions
Contact
(212) 776-2000
https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/our-programs/food/grand-central-food-program/grand-central-food-program-routes/
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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 Midtown East.
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. Lukes Lutheran Church
10 reviews
Unclaimed
4 minutes
average wait time

0.85 mi
Requirements
You can visit once a week
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Clothing may be available
Schedule
Tomorrow
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
Next Tuesday
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
Thu, March 19th (next week)
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
308 W 46th St
New York, NY 10036
directions
Contact
(212) 246-3540
http://stlukesnyc.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Grand Central Food Program, 51st Street between Park and Lexington Avenues
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.17 mi
Info
"For a smoother experience, this is a grab-and-go meal site where trucks arrive sometimes earlier or later due to traffic. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled time. If the truck is running late, please allow at least 15 minutes from the scheduled arrival time before inquiring." The Coalition’s Grand Central Food Program (GCFP) begins each night by providing meals at St. Bartholomew’s Church (“St. Bart’s”) on 51st Street between Park and Lexington Avenues. From there, three mobile vans leave to provide meals at the stops
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
6:00 pm–6:15 pm
Tomorrow
6:00 pm–6:15 pm
This Friday
6:00 pm–6:15 pm
6:00 pm–6:15 pm
every day
Location
123 East 51st Street
New York, NY 10022
directions
Contact
(212) 776-2000
https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/our-programs/food/grand-central-food-program/grand-central-food-program-routes/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Grand Central Food Program, 5th ave & 55th st
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.1 mi
Info
"For a smoother experience, this is a grab-and-go meal site where trucks arrive sometimes earlier or later due to traffic. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled time. If the truck is running late, please allow at least 15 minutes from the scheduled arrival time before inquiring."
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 pm
This Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 pm
This Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 pm
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 pm
every day
Location
1 East 55th Street
New York, NY 10022
directions
Contact
(212) 776-2000
https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/our-programs/food/grand-central-food-program/grand-central-food-program-routes/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Christ Church United Methodist
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.32 mi
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Toiletries may be available
Schedule
Next Sunday
4:30 pm–5:30 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Sun, March 22nd (in 2 weeks)
4:30 pm–5:30 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Sun, March 29th (in 3 weeks)
4:30 pm–5:30 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
4:30 pm–5:30 pm
every week on Sunday
Location
524 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10065
directions
Contact
(212) 838-3036
https://www.christchurchnyc.online
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Grand Central Food Program, Citicorp Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.12 mi
Info
"For a smoother experience, this is a grab-and-go meal site where trucks arrive sometimes earlier or later due to traffic. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled time. If the truck is running late, please allow at least 15 minutes from the scheduled arrival time before inquiring."
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:40 pm
This Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:40 pm
This Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:40 pm
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:40 pm
every day
Location
143 East 54th Street
New York, NY 10022
directions
Contact
(212) 776-2000
https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/our-programs/food/grand-central-food-program/grand-central-food-program-routes/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
All Saints Episcopal Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.41 mi
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
This Saturday
4:30 pm–5:00 pm
Sat, March 21st (next week)
4:30 pm–5:00 pm
Sat, March 28th (in 2 weeks)
4:30 pm–5:00 pm
4:30 pm–5:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Location
230 E 60th St
New York, NY 10022
directions
Contact
(212) 758-0447
https://www.allsaintsnyc.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Central Synagogue
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.1 mi
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Tomorrow
6:00 am–7:30 am
This Friday
6:00 am–7:30 am
Next Tuesday
6:00 am–7:30 am
6:00 am–7:30 am
every week on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
652 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10022
directions
Contact
(212) 838-5122
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Midtown East 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 Midtown East 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 Midtown East that’s open today: Crossroads Community Services - Food Pantry, St. Paul's House, Grand Central Food Program, SW corner 51st St. & Broadway, Grand Central Food Program, 51st Street between Park and Lexington Avenues
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Midtown East for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.