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 Lower Allston.

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 Lower Allston 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 Lower Allston 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 Lower Allston that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/harvard-square-homeless-shelter-hshs">Harvard Square Homeless Shelter (HSHS)</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Lower Allston 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)
Allston Brighton APAC
11 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.37 mi
Info
Serves: Allston-Brighton community Currently we serve around 90-100+ households. We do ask that recipients of food baskets provide us with their name, address, and number of adults and children in their household. *Please note that in the months of November and December we only have one distribution day on the third Saturday of the month. Yearly schedules of exact distribution dates can be found at the church.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  SNAP assistance available
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Grab and Go Meals
- This Saturday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, August 13th (next week)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Grab and Go Meals
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
406 Cambridge Street
Allston, MA 02134
directions
Contact
(617) 783-1485
http://www.allstonbrightonapac.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Brooklyn Food Corps / Brooklyn Rescue(Holy Resurection Orthodox Church)
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.42 mi
Info
Bags have a mix of different foods. Please be dressed appropriately for the weather
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 pm
- Mon, August 11th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 pm
- Mon, August 18th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
62 Harvard Avenue
Allston, MA 02134
directions
Contact
(617) 787-7625
hrocboston.org/ourchurch/ministries.html#opendoor
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Food pantry (groceries)
Brookline Food Pantry
1 review
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

1.1 mi
Info
Open to Residents of Brookline
- Requirements
  ID required
  Bring referral Letter and/or Income or Assistance Letter
  Registration required
  Zip code restrictions
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Thursday
  3:00 pm–6:00 pm
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Thu, August 14th (next week)
  3:00 pm–6:00 pm
- 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
55 Egmont Street
Brookline, MA 02446
directions
Contact
(617) 800-5339
http://www.brooklinefoodpantry.org/
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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 Lower Allston.
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)
Solutions at Work
1 review
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.21 mi
Info
Please call ahead for an appointment!
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Wear Facemask
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- This Friday
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- This Saturday
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Friday
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
1151 Massachusetts Avenue
Harvard Square, MA 02138
directions
Contact
(617) 576-0039
solutionsatwork.org
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Harvard Square Homeless Shelter (HSHS)
1 review
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.04 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:00 pm–12:00 am
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:00 pm–12:00 am
- This Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:00 pm–12:00 am
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:00 pm–12:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Location
66 Winthrop Street
Riverside, MA 02138
directions
Contact
(617) 547-2841
hshshelter.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
USCC/St. Patrick's Food Pantry-Watertown
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.4 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Thursday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, August 14th (next week)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, August 21st (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
770 Mount Auburn Street
Watertown, MA 02472
directions
Contact
(617) 926-9680
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Food pantry (groceries)
Cambridge Community Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.17 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  1:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  1:00 pm
- This Thursday
  1:00 pm
- 1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
5 Callender Street
Riverside, MA 02139
directions
Contact
(617) 868-2900
https://www.ceoccambridge.org/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Saint Paul's Parish Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.16 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, August 16th (next week)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, August 23rd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
29 Mount Auburn Street
Riverside, MA 02138
directions
Contact
(617) 868-2900
https://www.ceoccambridge.org/food-pantry
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Brighton Allston Congregational Church
8 reviews
Unclaimed
6 minutes
average wait time

1.39 mi
Info
The food pantry will provide a 3 to 4 day food supply for one household. There is a short questionnaire regarding household/demographic info for the pantry's records. Thrift Shop: Wednesdays 2-6pm Fridays 10am-1:30pm Saturdays 10am-1:30pm
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
  Dinner
  Grab and Go Meals
- This Saturday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, August 13th (next week)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
  Dinner
  Grab and Go Meals
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
404 Washington Street
St. Elizabeth's, MA 02135
directions
Contact
(617) 254-4046
https://www.brightonallstonucc.org/food-pantry
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos Veronica Smith Café
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.34 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
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
20 Chestnut Hill Avenue
Brighton, MA 02135
directions
Contact
(617) 477-6688
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Lower Allston 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 Lower Allston 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 Lower Allston that’s open today: Harvard Square Homeless Shelter (HSHS)
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Lower Allston for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.