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 Back Bay.

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 Back Bay 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 Back Bay 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 Back Bay 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 Back Bay.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Back Bay 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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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Women's Lunch Place
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.31 mi
Info
Food Pantry entrance is in the alley between Newbury Street and Commonwealth Avenue

For women or women with children only.

Vegetarian Option Available

For Food Donations, please reach out to the Kitchen Manager, Inna Khitrik at inna@womenslunchplace.org
- Requirements
  For women and children only
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am
  Breakfast
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  Lunch
- This Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am
  Breakfast
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Saturday, Sunday
Location
67 Newbury Street
Back Bay, MA 02116
directions
Contact
(617) 267-0200
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Food pantry (groceries)
Fenway Cares East
3 reviews
Unclaimed
12 minutes
average wait time

0.57 mi
Info
Apply for delivery online at https://fenwaycommunitycenter.org/request-a-delivery/

You are advised to arrive a little early to make sure you are in the line for the food.

Delivery is limited to home bound individuals including seniors, the disabled etc who are unable to make it to the food pantry location.
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Delivery available for seniors & those adults with disabilities
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  3:30 pm
- Wed, October 8th (in 3 weeks)
  3:30 pm
- Wed, October 22nd (next month)
  3:30 pm
- 3:30 pm
  every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Location
39 Edgerly Road
Fenway–Kenmore, MA 02115
directions
Contact
(857) 246-9053
https://fenwaycommunitycenter.org/food-distributions/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos Café Emmanuel (LGBT)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.4 mi
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Seniors Only
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Thu, September 25th (next week)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Thu, October 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
15 Newbury Street
Back Bay, MA 02116
directions
Contact
(617) 536-3355
Is this your soup kitchen?Claim it!
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 Back Bay.
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)
Union United Methodist Church Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.53 mi
Info
By appointment only. Please call: 617-536-0872 or email office@unionboston.org
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
Location
485 Columbus Avenue
South End, MA 02118
directions
Contact
(617) 536-0872
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Grocery delivery
Union United Methodist Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

Info
Call (617) 536-0872 or email office@unionboston.org to arrange food delivery. Must live within driving-distance from food pantry
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Contact in advance for services
Schedule
- Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
Location
485 Columbus Avenue
South End, MA 02118
directions
Contact
(617) 536-0872
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Rice Sticks and Tea Asian Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.45 mi
Info
Twice per month, Friday Night Supper Program provides basic essentials to its guest through a request and need-based system.

Clothing Closet: On the second and fourth Friday of the month, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm, guests can put in their request for clothing at the table near the piano. The clothing closet opens up at 6:30pm.

No registration or sign-up is required, no questions are asked.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Fri, September 26th (next week)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Fri, October 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 7:30 am–9:15 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
351 Boylston Street
Back Bay, MA 02116
directions
Contact
(617) 536-7050
www.fridaynightsupper.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Haley House Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.57 mi
Info
Tickets Distributed at 7am
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am
- Thu, September 25th (next week)
  10:00 am
- Thu, October 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am
- 10:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
23 Dartmouth Street
South End, MA 02116
directions
Contact
(617) 236-8132
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Boston Living Center
1 review
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

0.38 mi
Info
Food Pantry is available every 2nd and 4th Thursday/Friday of the month. First come, first served basis.

Open to all members. Application may be done through appointments. Must pass the intake to become a member.

On-the-go meals (dry meals like bagel) available every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Full-service (hot meals like French toast, eggs, proteins, etc.) available every Wednesday. Lunch leftovers available starting at 12:00PM-1:30PM.
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Offers job training/assistance
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am
  Members Only
- This Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am
  Members Only
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am
  Members Only
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
29 Stanhope Street
Back Bay, MA 02116
directions
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos TDC/Wellington Café
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.61 mi
Info
For more information or to register to attend a Community Cafe near you, please call 617-477-6688 or email ethosmeals@ethocare.org
- Requirements
  Seniors Only
  Pre-registration required by phone
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- This Friday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
23 Wellington Street
South End, MA 02118
directions
Contact
(617) 477-6688
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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Food pantry (groceries)
ABCD South End Neighborhood Service Center
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.66 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Proof of household income required
  ID required for all members of the household
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- Tue, September 30th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- Tue, October 7th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
554 Columbus Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
directions
Contact
(617) 267-7400
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Back Bay 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 Back Bay 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 Back Bay 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 Back Bay.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Back Bay for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.