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?

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 Queens that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/1422">Met Council- Queens Jewish Community Council</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/509">ICNA Relief - Jamaica</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/1345">Met Council- Kehilat Sephardim</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/1111">St. Nicholas Of Tolentine Church - Food Pantry</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/1002">Young Israel of Forest Hills</a>

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

Find Free Food In QueensLemontree is here to help you find the best food pantry near you. Food pantries and food banks are a great place to find groceries if you need some help. Many of these locations can help you find food as quickly as today. Whether it’s a church around the corner or a mobile food pantry, the places below should help. In addition, you should consider applying for SNAP (food stamps) if you don’t already get government assistance.

Food pantry (groceries)
Met Council- Queens Jewish Community Council
15 minutes
average wait time

0.22 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Kosher food available
- Info
  May be closed during Jewish holidays
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  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)
ICNA Relief - Jamaica
1 hour 22 minutes
average wait time

1.08 mi
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, May 2nd (next week)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, May 9th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
87-91 144th Street
Jamaica, NY 11435
directions
Contact
(718) 658-7028
www.icnarelief.org
Food pantry (groceries)
Met Council- Kehilat Sephardim
18 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
- Today
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Sunday
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–2:00 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
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)
Met Council - Chazaq
33 minutes
average wait time

0.96 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
  2:30 pm–5:00 pm
- Tue, May 7th (in 2 weeks)
  2:30 pm–5:00 pm
- Tue, May 14th (in 3 weeks)
  2:30 pm–5:00 pm
- 2:30 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
14148 72nd Avenue
Flushing, NY 11367
directions
Contact
(718) 285-9132
https://www.chazaq.org/about-us/services
Food pantry (groceries)
River Fund - Food Pantry
2 hours 18 minutes
average wait time

1.14 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Help with social services/public benefits
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–11:30 am
  Seniors Only
- Sat, May 4th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every week on Saturday
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
89-11 Lefferts Blvd
New York, NY 11418
directions
Contact
(718) 441-1125
https://www.river.fund
Food pantry (groceries)
Chazaq
average user rating

1.14 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  May be closed during Jewish holidays
  Closed on Thanksgiving. Christmas & New Year
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  2:30 pm–5:00 pm
- Tue, May 7th (in 2 weeks)
  2:30 pm–5:00 pm
- Tue, May 14th (in 3 weeks)
  2:30 pm–5:00 pm
- 2:30 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
141-24 Jewel Avenue
Flushing, NY 11367
directions
Contact
(718) 285-9132
www.chazaq.org
Food pantry (groceries)
St. Nicholas Of Tolentine Church - Food Pantry
18 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
- Today
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, May 2nd (next week)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, May 9th (in 2 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
Food pantry (groceries)
Richmond Hill SDA Community Service
15 minutes
average wait time

1.1 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Sun, May 5th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Sun, May 12th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Appointments required
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
114-08 Jamaica Ave
New York, NY 11418
directions
Contact
(347) 809-1674
https://hitesite.org/resource/9695
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Young Israel of Forest Hills
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
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:15 am
  Lunch
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:30 pm
  Lunch
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:15 am
  Grab and Go Meals
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:15 am–
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:30 pm–
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Wednesday
- 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
Food pantry (groceries)
Elohim Community Development And Outreach Inc.
24 minutes
average wait time

1.3 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- Fri, May 3rd (next week)
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- Fri, May 10th (in 2 weeks)
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- 7:00 am–9:00 am
  every week on Friday
Location
87-47 111th St
New York, NY 11418
directions
Contact
(917) 916-3066
https://www.elohimchurch.org
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?
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 Queens that’s open today: Met Council- Queens Jewish Community Council, ICNA Relief - Jamaica, Met Council- Kehilat Sephardim, St. Nicholas Of Tolentine Church - Food Pantry, Young Israel of Forest Hills
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.