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.

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 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 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 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.

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center
3 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.15 mi
Info
They provide general case assistance as well
- Requirements
  Seniors only
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Other social services available
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1 Michelangelo Street
North End, MA 02113
directions
Contact
(617) 670-1161
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
USCCB/ The Paulist Center+
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.68 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–3:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–3:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
5 Park Street Place
Downtown, MA 02108
directions
Contact
(617) 948-2428
https://www.paulistcenter.org/get-involved/social-justice/
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Food pantry (groceries)
ABCD/ West End Senior Center
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.59 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:30 am–1:30 pm
- This Wednesday
  11:30 am–1:30 pm
- February 16th is Washington's Birthday
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Mon, February 16th (next week)
  11:30 am–1:30 pm
- 11:30 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday
Location
151 Cambridge Street
West End, MA 02114
directions
Contact
(617) 670-1161
Is this your food pantry?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.
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)
Paulist Center
2 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.71 mi
Info
Schedule: Every Tuesday, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Address: Accurate Location: Next to Park Street Station (Green & Red Lines), directly across from Boston Common Eligibility: Must be a Boston resident Must be receiving some form of assistance (e.g., medical, housing, etc.) Requirements: Bring your assistance card Bring a valid ID with photo
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Tue, February 24th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
5 Park Street
Boston, MA 02108
directions
Contact
(617) 942-4460
www.paulistcenter.org/get-involved/social-justice
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos Nazzaro Café (Nazzaro Community Center)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.01 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
  Call in advance for services
  Seniors only
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
30 North Bennet Street
North End, MA 02113
directions
Contact
(617) 477-6688
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Harvest on the Vine
6 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.85 mi
Info
Open to Charlestown Residents

The food pantry is located at the back of 49 Vine Street (Parking Lot)

Can inquire more on their services on site
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, February 24th (in 2 weeks)
  2:00 pm–3:30 pm
- Sat, March 14th (next month)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- 10:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 2:00 pm–3:30 pm
  every month on the last Tuesday
Location
49 Vine Street
Charlestown, MA 02129
directions
Contact
(617) 990-7314
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Unfortunately, we’re not confident about the information below.
We’re working on getting in touch with this organization, but if you can confirm any of the details, please let us know.
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos East Boston Heritage Apt.
1 review
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.77 mi
Info
Grocery Distribution is at the back of the East Boston Heritage Apt. office To register to attend a Community Cafe meal program, please call 617-477-6688 or email ethosmeals@ethocare.org
- Requirements
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Seniors only
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- This Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Seniors only
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- This Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
209 Sumner Street
Jeffries Point, MA 02128
directions
Contact
(617) 561-0040
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Boston Rescue Mission
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.84 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- Wed, February 25th (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- Wed, March 11th (next month)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- 8:00 am–10:00 am
  every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Location
39 Kingston Street
Boston, MA 02111
directions
Contact
(617) 338-9000
https://www.brm.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Maverick Landing( Brooklyn Food Corps / Brooklyn Rescue)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

0.76 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  2:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, February 18th (next week)
  2:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, February 25th (in 2 weeks)
  2:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 2:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
31 Liverpool Street
East Boston, MA 02128
directions
Contact
(978) 985-8096
https://mlcsboston.org/food-market
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Food pantry (groceries)
Our Daily Bread Food Pantry at Crossroads Family Center
3 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.85 mi
Info
Food is distributed through the white door on the side of the building.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  3:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Next Sunday
  3:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Wed, February 18th (next week)
  3:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Sunday
Location
56 Havre Street
East Boston, MA 02128
directions
Contact
(617) 567-5926
https://stmaryscenterma.org/about/home/crossroads/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places 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 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 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.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.