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Food pantry (groceries)

BITE Food Pantry and Distribution Center

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30 minutes

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Info

The BITE Food Distribution and Resource Center is now open on the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Saturdays only. Bring extra large, strong shopping carts and or wagons to carry food and resources to assist yourself and others.

  • Requirements

    • Must bring own bags/cart
  • Offerings

    • Free Groceries
    • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

Schedule

  • This Saturday

    Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–12:00 pm

  • Sat, May 9th (next week)

    Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–12:00 pm

  • Sat, May 23rd (in 3 weeks)

    Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–12:00 pm

  • Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–12:00 pm

    every month on the 1st Saturday

  • Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–12:00 pm

    every month on the 2nd Saturday

  • Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–12:00 pm

    every month on the 4th Saturday

  • Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–12:00 pm

    every month on the 5th Saturday

Map of BITE Food Pantry and Distribution Center

Location

2163 John F. Kennedy Boulevard

West Side, NJ 07305

directions

Contact

(201) 314-1675

https://www.njbite.org/

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How do I get food?

You can receive food by visiting BITE Food Pantry and Distribution Center, May 2nd at 8:00 AM in 3 days. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–BITE Food Pantry and Distribution Center requires: Must bring own bags/cart.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are usually reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we can help you find options in your area.

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?

No appointment needed! Just show up to BITE Food Pantry and Distribution Center during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries like BITE Food Pantry and Distribution Center offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. 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?

Unfortunately, BITE Food Pantry and Distribution Center may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Is BITE Food Pantry and Distribution Center open today?

BITE Food Pantry and Distribution Center is not open today! If you don’t see anything else open today, please 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. BITE Food Pantry and Distribution Center is located at 2163 John F. Kennedy Boulevard!

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the "Remind me" bell above to get 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 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 near you, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.