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 Kendall Gardens.

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 Kendall Gardens 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 Kendall Gardens 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 Kendall Gardens that’s open today: Arlington EATS, Inc. , Oak Square YMCA

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Kendall Gardens for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Kendall Gardens for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

How do I get help from a real person?

You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Kendall Gardens, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Food pantry (groceries)
Belmont Food Pantry
4 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

1.01 mi
Info
Volunteer-run nonprofit pantry providing supplementary staple groceries to Belmont residents experiencing temporary hardship; operates as a client‑choice model during limited monthly hours.
Requirements
Proof of address required
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Sat, June 20th (next week)
Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–9:30 am
Sun, June 28th (in 3 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
July 4th is Independence Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Sat, July 4th (in 3 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–9:30 am
Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
every month on the 4th Sunday
Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–9:30 am
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–9:30 am
every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
455 Concord Avenue
Belmont, MA 02478
directions
Contact
(617) 932-8062
https://belmontfoodpantry.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
MHSA/Bristol Lodge Pantry
4 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.67 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Wednesday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Wed, June 24th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Wed, July 1st (in 3 weeks)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Location
750 Main Street
Banks Square, MA 02451
directions
Contact
(781) 899-2099
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Food pantry (groceries)
USCC/St. Patrick's Food Pantry-Watertown
5 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.78 mi
Info
Donations can be dropped off on: Tuesday, Thurday, or Friday from 9 am-12 pm.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Thursday
10:00 am–11:45 am
Thu, June 25th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–11:45 am
Thu, July 2nd (in 3 weeks)
10:00 am–11:45 am
10:00 am–11:45 am
every week on Thursday
Location
770 Mount Auburn Street
Watertown, MA 02472
directions
Contact
(617) 926-9680
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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 Kendall Gardens.
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)
Arlington EATS, Inc.
3 reviews
Claimed
average user rating

3.02 mi
Info
The Arlington EATS Market is a client‑choice food pantry for Arlington residents, offering free weekly grocery shopping with a variety of fresh produce, meat, dairy, and shelf‑stable items. Shopping is prioritized by appointment, with limited drop‑ins allowed after the first hour; home delivery may be available by referral for those unable to visit in person.
Requirements
ID required
Must bring own bags/cart
Proof of address required
Call in advance for services
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Today
9:00 am–1:00 pm
Next Monday
2:00 pm–7:00 pm
Next Tuesday
9:00 am–12:30 pm
2:00 pm–7:00 pm
every week on Monday
9:00 am–12:30 pm
every week on Tuesday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
4:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
9:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Location
117 Broadway
Arlington, MA 02474
directions
Contact
(339) 707-6757
https://www.arlingtoneats.org/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army Waltham
11 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.96 mi
Info

On 2nd and 4th Wednesday, there is distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables starting at 10AM-12PM.

Must bring ID for registration. A distribution card will be provided.

Clients can only come once a month.

On-site registration required
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Registration required
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Next Tuesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Next Wednesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Wednesday, Thursday
Location
33 Myrtle Street
Waltham, MA 02453
directions
Contact
(781) 894-0413
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Food pantry (groceries)
Belmont Church of God Food Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

2.5 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Sat, June 20th (next week)
10:30 am–12:00 pm
July 4th is Independence Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Sat, July 4th (in 3 weeks)
10:30 am–12:00 pm
Sat, July 18th (next month)
10:30 am–12:00 pm
10:30 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 1st Saturday
10:30 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
25 Marlboro Street
Belmont, MA 02478
directions
Contact
(617) 816-7419
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Food pantry (groceries)
Oak Square YMCA
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

3.55 mi
Info
Offers pre-packed bags of non-perishable groceries, such as soup, macaroni, rice, and cornflakes, when the YMCA is open. There are no requirements to receive food.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Today
7:00 am–5:00 pm
Tomorrow
8:00 am–4:00 pm
Next Monday
6:00 am–10:00 pm
6:00 am–10:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
6:00 am–7:00 pm
every week on Friday
7:00 am–5:00 pm
every week on Saturday
8:00 am–4:00 pm
every week on Sunday
Location
615 Washington Street
Brighton, MA 02135
directions
Contact
(617) 782-3535
https://www.facebook.com/OakSquareYMCA/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jewish Family & Children’s Services
2 reviews
Claimed
average user rating

4.1 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/jfcsboston
Requirements
Call in advance for services
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Tuesday
11:00 am–1:00 pm
Tue, June 23rd (in 2 weeks)
11:00 am–1:00 pm
Tue, June 30th (in 3 weeks)
11:00 am–1:00 pm
11:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
5:00 pm–7:00 pm
every month on the 1st Wednesday
Location
1430 Main Street
West End, MA 02451
directions
Contact
(781) 647-5327
https://www.jfcsboston.org/about/about-jf-cs
Food pantry (groceries)
ABCD Allston/Brighton Neighborhood Opportunity Center
4 reviews
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

3.52 mi
Info
New clients must bring the following:

Photo ID

Proof of address (if not the same address as the photo ID)

Proof of income such as social security letter.

If unemployed, must fill out the declaration of no income form.

Any proof of household size, such as:

Documents of the people living within the residence

Health Insurance card

Photo ID

NOTE: Clients can come once a month

Only serves members of their neighborhood

Other programs are conducted every Thursday that only requires the following:

Name

Phone Number

NOTE: Clients can come every week

serves Greater Boston

Additional services include: Clothing and Essentials Food Stamps/SNAP Holiday Meals Housing Counseling Services SummerWorks Tax Assistance Utility Bill Advocacy Youth Engaged in Action (YEA!) MBTA Income Eligible Reduced Fares Support Computer Literacy
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Proof of address required
Proof of household income required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
Next Monday
11:00 am–3:30 pm
Appointment required
Next Wednesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointment required
Next Thursday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Appointment required
Next Friday
CLOSED
11:00 am–3:30 pm
every week on Monday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Thursday
11:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Friday
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
Location
640 Washington Street
Brighton, MA 02135
directions
Contact
(617) 903-3640
https://bostonabcd.org/location/allston-brighton-noc/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Newton Food Pantry
12 reviews
Claimed
6 minutes
average wait time

4.18 mi
Info
Client-choice food pantry serving Newton residents and students of Newton-based colleges and universities. Offers groceries including fresh produce, dairy, proteins, grains, shelf-stable and culturally relevant foods, along with personal care items. Provides Kids’ Bags for families with children and limited home delivery for medically homebound clients. Clients can shop twice per month.
Requirements
You can visit twice a month
Proof of address required
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
Next Wednesday
12:00 pm–7:00 pm
Next Thursday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Wed, June 24th (in 2 weeks)
12:00 pm–7:00 pm
12:00 pm–7:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
Newton City Hall (Basement Level), 1000 Commonwealth Avenue
Newton Centre, MA 02459
directions
Contact
(617) 796-1233
https://newtonfoodpantry.org/
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Kendall Gardens 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 Kendall Gardens 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 Kendall Gardens that’s open today: Arlington EATS, Inc., Oak Square YMCA
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Kendall Gardens for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.
Can I get a reminder before my visit?
Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.
Can I build a weekly food schedule?
Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Kendall Gardens for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.
How do I get help from a real person?
You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Kendall Gardens, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.