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 Astoria.

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 Astoria 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 Astoria 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 Astoria that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/the-urban-outreach-center-of-nyc-1">The Urban Outreach Center of NYC</a>

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
City Harvest Mobile Market - Queens Mobile Markets - Astoria
25 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.37 mi
Info
Held in the basketball court off of Astoria Boulevard in the Astoria Houses

You are eligible if you are a resident of the Astoria Houses or are a resident in zip code 11102

Call the Mobile Market Hotline the day before for updates: 866-444-0244
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, December 6th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Thu, December 18th (next month)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
Location
7-1 Astoria Blvd
Astoria, NY 11102
directions
Contact
(866) 444-0244
https://www.cityharvest.org/programs/mobile-markets/
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Meal delivery
Issacs Center
2 reviews
Unclaimed
2 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
  For homebound seniors
- Info
  Only serves surrounding neighborhood
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, November 26th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
- Wed, December 3rd (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
415 E 93rd St
New York, New York 10128
directions
Contact
(212) 360-7620
https://isaacscenter.org/food-and-nutrition
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Food pantry (groceries)
Liz's Pantry
6 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.12 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  No requirements
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 6th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 20th (next month)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
406 East 80th Street
New York, NY 10075
directions
Contact
(212) 288-6250
https://www.stelmo79.org/lizspantry
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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 Astoria.
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)
Roosevelt Island Disabled Association
22 reviews
Unclaimed
45 minutes
average wait time

1.24 mi
Info
The line starts at 3pm. Registration required on location.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required
  Need vaccination card if person wants to enter the building
  Schedule appointment through PLENTIFUL app
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries, if available
  Pet food upon availability
Schedule
- Fri, November 21st (next week)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Fri, December 5th (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Fri, December 19th (next month)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every 2 weeks on Friday
Location
546 Main Street
New York, NY 10044
directions
Contact
(646) 361-6469
ridainc.org
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
The Urban Outreach Center of NYC
17 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.33 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–6:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
1745 1st Avenue
New York, NY 10128
directions
Contact
(212) 288-6743
UOCNYC.org
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Food pantry (groceries), Other
Astoria Food Pantry
34 reviews
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

0.96 mi
Info
We give only one bag of groceries per person, no matter the household size. If you need food that can be prepared without a kitchen, please ask at the door. If you need baby formula or pet food, please ask at the door.

Diapers & baby wipes are also distributed on the 2nd Monday of each month, starting at 8am until we run out.
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–11:00 am
  ID required
  Provide prepacked bags or boxes of food
- Mon, November 24th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–11:00 am
  ID required
  Provide prepacked bags or boxes of food
- Mon, December 1st (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–11:00 am
  ID required
  Provide prepacked bags or boxes of food
- Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Monday
- Other: 8:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Monday
Location
25-82 Steinway St
New York, New York 11103
directions
Contact
https://www.astoriafoodpantry.com/get-help.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
Center of Hope International Bread of Life
16 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.21 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
38-49 12th Street
Long Island City, NY 11101
directions
Contact
(718) 784-4673
https://www.cohi.us/breadoflife
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Food pantry (groceries)
Hour Children - Our Outreach Food Pantry
57 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.96 mi
Info
Located inside a gated parking lot on 11th Street between 36th and 37th Avenues. Look for the green awning that says “Hour Children.”
- Requirements
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:30 am
- Next Wednesday
  6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  Fresh produce
- 2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Thursday
- 10:30 am
  every week on Tuesday
- 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
36-22 11th Street
Long Island City, NY 11106
directions
Contact
(718) 482-8226
https://hourchildren.org/our-food-pantry/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Our Lady of Good Counsel, Manhattan
5 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.24 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Breakfast
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  7:00 am
- Sat, November 22nd (next week)
  7:00 am
- Sat, November 29th (in 2 weeks)
  7:00 am
- 7:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
230 E 90th St
New York, NY 10128
directions
Contact
(212) 289-1742
https://olgcstm.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Joseph Roman Church
21 reviews
Unclaimed
19 minutes
average wait time

1.16 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- Thu, December 4th (in 3 weeks)
  8:00 am
- Thu, December 18th (next month)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- 8:00 am–10:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
- 8:00 am
  every month on the 1st Thursday
Location
28-47 43rd St
New York, NY 11103
directions
Contact
(718) 278-1611
http://stjosephastoria.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Astoria 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 Astoria 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 Astoria that’s open today: The Urban Outreach Center of NYC
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Astoria for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.