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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    Carl F. Barron Plaza

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.09 mi


    Info

    Volunteer‑run Food Not Bombs chapter shares free vegan meals and distributes fresh produce, clothing, and hygiene items each Saturday in Central Square. All are welcome.

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals
      • Fresh produce
      • Toiletries may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Sat, May 16th (next week)

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Sat, May 23rd (in 2 weeks)

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    Map of Carl F. Barron Plaza

    Location

    19-21 Pleasant Street

    Riverside, MA 02139

    directions

    Contact

    (617) 299-0730

    https://linktr.ee/fnbboston

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.87 mi


    Info

    Please come to the ramp door located on Grant Street.

    They may ask your name and town of residence for our internal records, but do not require ID of any kind.

    https://www.facebook.com/EPHsomerville?view_public_for=196508533715360

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Wednesday

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • Wed, May 13th (next week)

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • Wed, May 20th (in 2 weeks)

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • 5:00 pm–7:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.61 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • This Tuesday

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

    • This Wednesday

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday

    • 9:00 am–4:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

  5. 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.

  6. 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 Union Square.

  7. 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!

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Claimed

    18 minutes

    average wait time

    0.83 mi


    Info

    Our mission is to address food insecurity in our community by providing healthy, wholesome groceries and meals.

    Somerville Residents only

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Toiletries may be available
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • This Tuesday

      12:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • This Wednesday

      10:00 am–3:00 pm

    • This Thursday

      2:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–3:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday, Friday

    • 12:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 2:00 pm–7:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    8 reviews

    Claimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    0.97 mi


    Info

    Free food (including fresh fruits and vegetables, frozen meat, and non-perishables like breakfast cereal, shelf-stable milk, rice, and more) is available at CEOC’s food pantry. First time visiting our food pantry? Our food pantry manager will check you into our database by asking you a few questions (including your name, contact information, address, and more). Our food pantry is now only open for Cambridge residents. You can visit our food pantry as often as you need, each time we will check you in with just your name.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Wednesday

      10:00 am–6:00 pm

    • Wed, May 13th (next week)

      10:00 am–6:00 pm

    • Wed, May 20th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–6:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–6:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    0.61 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, May 16th (next week)

      8:00 am

    • Sat, June 20th (next month)

      8:00 am

    • Sat, July 18th (in 2 months)

      8:00 am

    • 8:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.54 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Tuesday

      11:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Tue, May 12th (next week)

      11:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Tue, May 19th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • 11:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Claimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.04 mi


    Info

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • You can visit twice a month
      • Proof of address required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Wednesday

      4:00 pm–6:30 pm

    • This Thursday

      2:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • This Friday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 4:00 pm–6:30 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    • 2:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.84 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • This Wednesday

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • Wed, May 13th (next week)

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • Wed, May 20th (in 2 weeks)

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • 5:00 pm–7:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    1.01 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Wednesday

      3:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • This Thursday

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Wed, May 13th (next week)

      3:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • 3:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Union Square 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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 Union Square do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  18. 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.

  19. Any pantries open today?

    You can browse these pages for resources in Union Square 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 in Union Square.

  20. Where are you located?

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

  21. 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.

  22. Can I build a weekly food schedule?

    Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Union Square 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.

  23. 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 Union Square, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.