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 Queens.

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 Queens 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 Queens 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 Queens 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 Queens.

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Met Council- Queens Jewish Community Council
17 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

0.22 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Kosher food available
- Info
  May be closed during Jewish holidays
Schedule
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
119-45 Union Turnpike
Forest Hills, NY 11375
directions
Contact
(718) 544-9033
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Food pantry (groceries)
Met Council–Kehilat Sephardim
35 reviews
Unclaimed
27 minutes
average wait time

1.02 mi
Info
KEHILAT SEPHARDIM FOOD PANTRY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

All clients must wait on the line until called and check in inside.

A STAFF MEMBER WILL DIRECT YOU INSIDE WHEN IT IS YOUR TURN.

2)All clients must have their phone number written down or have the plentiful app downloaded.

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT PROVIDE PEN & PAPER TO CLIENTS.

Clients will be issued tickets based on the information listed in our system. If you believe this information is incorrect, please let us know.

(WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE IF WE BELIEVE THE INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED IS FRAUDULENT)

Clients must provide photo ID for any additional people they wish to pick up for

FAILURE TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL ID WILL RESULT IN THAT ACCOUNT NOT BEING SERVED

Clients can only be served once every 7 days.

(PLEASE NOTE THE LAST DAY YOU RECEIVED FOOD AND PLAN AHEAD FOR THE FOLLOWING WEEK.)

Clients will only be given whatever food products are on the line at the time of their service.

Please take note of posted operating hours. (They are listed on the entrance door, our office door as well as on our website, google and all our social media).

CLIENTS WILL BE SERVED UP UNTIL POSTED CLOSING TIME.

ANY CLIENT COMING AFTER HOURS WILL BE ASKED TO RETURN DURING THE NEXT SERVICE DAY.

THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THESE POLICIES

PLEASE FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS OF STAFF AND MANAGEMENT AT ALL TIMES FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN YOU BEING DENIED SERVICE,

AND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE, ALONG WITH BEING BLOCKED IN OUR SYSTEM. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS, PLEASE SEE A MEMBER OF MANAGEMENT
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
  Follow the distribution line
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Kosher food available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
- 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
150-62 78th Road
Flushing, NY 11367
directions
Contact
(718) 591-9574
https://www.kehilatpantry.org/pantry-rules
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Food pantry (groceries)
Met Council - Chazaq
17 reviews
Unclaimed
26 minutes
average wait time

0.97 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Kosher food available
- Info
  Needs volunteers
  No requirements
  May be closed during Jewish holidays
  Client can visit: Once a week
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, March 25th (next month)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, April 29th (in 2 months)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every month on the last Tuesday
Location
141- 47 72nd Avenue
Flushing, NY 11367
directions
Contact
(718) 285-9132
https://www.chazaq.org/about-us/services
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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 Queens.
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)
River Fund - Food Pantry
56 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 39 minutes
average wait time

1.14 mi
Info
Food distribution on Wednesday's is for seniors only
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Get a number/ticket
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Help with social services/public benefits
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  8:30 am
  Seniors Only
- Next Saturday
  8:30 am
- Wed, March 5th (in 2 weeks)
  8:30 am
  Seniors Only
- 8:30 am
  every week on Saturday
- 8:30 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
89-11 Lefferts Blvd
New York, NY 11418
directions
Contact
(718) 441-1125
https://www.river.fund
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Food pantry (groceries)
ICNA Relief - Jamaica
24 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 3 minutes
average wait time

1.08 mi
Info
Registration can be done on plentiful app
- Requirements
  Registration required
  Appointments required
  State ID required
  First come, first served basis. Must come on/before 9:30AM.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Halal food available
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  9:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, March 6th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, March 13th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 9:30 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
87-91 144th Street
Jamaica, NY 11435
directions
Contact
(718) 658-7028
www.icnarelief.org
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Young Israel of Forest Hills
2 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.35 mi
Info
Closed during Jewish Holiday, Thanksgiving day and New years day
- Requirements
  Seniors Only
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  Lunch
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  Lunch
- Next Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  Lunch
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:15 am
  every week on Friday
Location
68-07 Burns St
New York, NY 11375
directions
Contact
(718) 520-2305
https://www.yifh.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Nicholas Of Tolentine Church - Food Pantry
10 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

1.05 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, March 6th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, March 13th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
150-75 Goethals Ave
New York, NY 11432
directions
Contact
(718) 969-3226
https://stnicholas-queens.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Commonpoint queens @ central queen
10 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.42 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Fresh produce
  Kosher food available
- Info
  May be closed during Jewish holidays
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  3:00 pm–6:30 pm
- 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday, Wednesday, Monday
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
- 3:00 pm–6:30 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
108-13 67th Road
Flushing, NY 11375
directions
Contact
(718) 268-5011
https://www.commonpoint.org/program/digital-food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
First United Methodist Church of Jamaica
14 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.5 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  8:30 am–9:30 am
- Mon, March 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  8:30 am–9:30 am
- Mon, March 10th (in 3 weeks)
  8:30 am–9:30 am
- 8:30 am–9:30 am
  every week on Monday
Location
162-10 HIGHLAND AVENUE
JAMAICA, NY 11432
directions
Contact
(718) 739-2269
https://fumcoj.com/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army, Jamaica Citadel Corps
41 reviews
Unclaimed
47 minutes
average wait time

1.66 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday, Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Monday, Wednesday
Location
90-23 161 Street
Jamaica, NY 11432
directions
Contact
(718) 297-4860
Is this your soup kitchen?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Queens 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 Queens 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 Queens 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 Queens.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Queens for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.