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 South Plainfield.

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 South Plainfield 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 South Plainfield 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 South Plainfield that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clek0m96o0000mo0fwyqenhqt">Sacred Heart Church Social Concerns</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckzh82flr737093vypvqozn8ue">SHILOH Soup Kithcen</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clek02n910025md0fzfh081m6">Fish, Inc. Dunellen Area</a>

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Sacred Heart Church Social Concerns
3 reviews
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

0.22 mi
Info
Food is available for South Plainfield residents who are in need of assistance. Driver’s license or picture ID with address is necessary for verification of residency.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- This Friday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
200 Randolph Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
directions
Contact
(908) 756-0633
http://www.churchofthesacredheart.net/
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Food pantry (groceries), Financial assistance
South Plainfield Social Services Department
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.24 mi
Info
Serves: Middlesex County
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Financial assistance: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Helps with income, rent, utility and food stamps
  Diapers and pad service
- Next Tuesday
  Financial assistance: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Helps with income, rent, utility and food stamps
  Diapers and pad service
- Thu, June 19th (next week)
  CLOSED
  Helps with income, rent, utility and food stamps
  Diapers and pad service
- Financial assistance: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
90 Maple Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
directions
Contact
(908) 226-7625
http://www.southplainfieldnj.com/spnj/Departments/Departments/Social%20Services%20-%20Welfare%20Department/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Stephen Lutheran Church Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.99 mi
Info
Emergency nonperishable food distribution is available for any residents in need.
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, June 18th (next week)
  5:00 pm
- Wed, July 16th (next month)
  5:00 pm
- Wed, August 20th (in 2 months)
  5:00 pm
- 5:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
3145 Park Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
directions
Contact
(908) 757-4474
https://www.facebook.com/StStephensSPNJ/?locale=tr_TR
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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 South Plainfield.
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)
Greater Refuge Church of Christ
21 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 33 minutes
average wait time

2.05 mi
Info
Tickets are handed out at 11;30 am
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, June 24th (in 2 weeks)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Tue, July 8th (in 4 weeks)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Tue, July 22nd (next month)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
600 Grant Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 561-8255
http://greaterrefuge.church/FoodPantry.aspx
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
SHILOH Soup Kithcen
3 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

2.38 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  3:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  3:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Wed, June 18th (next week)
  3:00 pm–6:00 pm
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, June 19th (next week)
  3:00 pm–6:00 pm
- 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
Location
515 West 4th Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 754-3353
https://shilohplainfield.org/contact.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
Fish, Inc. Dunellen Area
20 reviews
Claimed
34 minutes
average wait time

2.52 mi
Info
New clients must call for an appointment 732 356-0081. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated.
Food Room: Open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 9 a.m.-12 noon and the third Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. (excluding July & August). Limited capacity, arrive early. Clients are limited to once a month service and must show proof of residency in Piscataway, Dunellen, Middlesex, South Plainfield, Edison, Highland Park or Green Brook. Must show proof of need (eg. TANF, SSI, WIC, FOOD STAMPS, MEDICAID, DISABILITY, WELFARE, UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION) or show proof of low household income not in excess of Federal Guidelines. Canned and refrigerated food donations, personal care products and pet food accepted. Fishes & Loaves Cafe: Free, home-cooked dinners for anyone in need the third Friday of each month (excluding July & August). Eat-In the cafe 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. or take-out meals. Held at the former school cafeteria at Our Lady of Fatima RC Church, New Market Road, Piscataway. All are welcome!
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Friday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
456 New Market Road
Piscataway, NJ 08854
directions
Contact
(732) 356-0081
https://www.fishdunellenarea.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
S.H.E.E.L.D. (The Lord's Kitchen)
21 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

2.37 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
Schedule
- Sat, June 21st (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, June 28th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, July 19th (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
515 West 4th Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(732) 382-7944
https://www.weareshiloh.org/events
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
MUSLIM COMMUNITY SOUP KITCHEN
3 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.19 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Food donations are accepted
Schedule
- This Saturday
  1:15 pm–2:15 pm
- Sat, June 21st (next week)
  1:15 pm–2:15 pm
- Sat, June 28th (in 2 weeks)
  1:15 pm–2:15 pm
- 1:15 pm–2:15 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 1:15 pm–2:15 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- 1:15 pm–2:15 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
- 1:15 pm–2:15 pm
  every month on the 5th Saturday
Location
321 Grant Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 447-3033
https://www.masjidullah-plainfield.org/soup-kitchen-1
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Food pantry (groceries)
Metropolitan Community Service - Metropolitan SDA Church of Plainfield
25 reviews
Unclaimed
22 minutes
average wait time

2.08 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required on site
  Number of household members
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, July 5th (in 3 weeks)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Sat, August 2nd (in 2 months)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Sat, September 6th (in 3 months)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
1003 West 4th Street
Plainfield, NJ 07063
directions
Contact
(908) 561-0141
https://www.mymetrosda.org/events
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Food pantry (groceries)
COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GOD
12 reviews
Unclaimed
26 minutes
average wait time

2.37 mi
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
Schedule
- Sat, June 21st (next week)
  8:30 am
- Sat, July 19th (next month)
  8:30 am
- Sat, August 16th (in 2 months)
  8:30 am
- 8:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
417 W. Sixth St
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 279-5173
https://www.ccogplainfield.com/our-ministries
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in South Plainfield 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 South Plainfield 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 South Plainfield that’s open today: Sacred Heart Church Social Concerns, SHILOH Soup Kithcen, Fish, Inc. Dunellen Area
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in South Plainfield for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.