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Free and low-cost meals and groceries in Kingston, and when to go.

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Listings updated · Nov 6, 2026

Free food, including places with some low-cost options. You do not need to prove a crisis. Each listing says who can use it.

Times come from published schedules, not live availability. Call before travelling when you can.

11 places in Emergency food.

Emergency foodPrepared mealsFood delivery

Martha’s Table

Published scheduleCall before travelling when you can.

Free breakfast, lunch and dinner on weekdays, takeout lunch every day, and weekday meal delivery by application.

Where
629 Princess Street, Princess & Nelson
Who can use this
Everyone is welcome for meals.
Cost
Free meals.
Today
See published hours below; confirm before travelling.
Access
Drop-in access
Before you go & weekly hours

Where

629 Princess Street, Kingston, ON, K7L 1E2

Phone: 613-546-0320

Access requirements

Walk-ins accepted
Yes
Appointment required
No
Registration required
No
Identification required
No
  • Drop in during meal times. No documents required.

Limitations

  • Weekend service is takeout lunch only.
  • Meal delivery requires an application.

Before you go

  • Takeout meals are available noon–2 p.m. every day, at the rear of the building.
  • Door-to-door meal delivery runs Monday to Friday around midday; an application is required. Call 343-580-1519 to ask about delivery.

Published schedule

Weekly schedule. Weekdays: breakfast 9–11, lunch noon–2, dinner 3–5. Weekend lunch: takeout only.

Local timezone: America/Toronto

  • Monday: 9–11 a.m., 12–2 p.m., 3–5 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 9–11 a.m., 12–2 p.m., 3–5 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 9–11 a.m., 12–2 p.m., 3–5 p.m.
  • Thursday: 9–11 a.m., 12–2 p.m., 3–5 p.m.
  • Friday: 9–11 a.m., 12–2 p.m., 3–5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 12–2 p.m.
  • Sunday: 12–2 p.m.
Date-specific changes
  • Sep 7, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for Labour Day, according to the provider.
  • Oct 12, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for Thanksgiving, according to the provider.
  • Dec 23, 2026: 1–4 p.m. Holiday meal: dine-in 1–4 p.m.; takeout 1–2 p.m. only.
  • Dec 24, 2026: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Holiday brunch, dine-in only.
  • Dec 25, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for Christmas Day.
  • Dec 26, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for Boxing Day.

Evidence and provenance

Multiple sources reviewed. Reviewed and confirmed.

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Emergency foodPrepared meals

Loretta Meal Program

Operated by St. Vincent de Paul Society of Kingston

Published scheduleCall before travelling when you can.

Closed for the holidays from December 24; St. Vincent de Paul reopens on January 4.

Free dine-in meal at St. Vincent de Paul, with coffee and other beverages.

Where
595 Bagot Street, Kingston
Who can use this
Everyone is welcome.
Cost
Free meal.
Today
See published hours below; confirm before travelling.
Access
Drop-in access
Before you go & weekly hours

Where

595 Bagot Street, Kingston, ON, K7K 3E2

Phone: 613-766-8432

Access requirements

Walk-ins accepted
Yes
Appointment required
No
Registration required
No
Identification required
Not confirmed
  • No registration is required.
  • The provider does not list an ID requirement for meals.

Limitations

  • Dining hall hours are longer than meal service; the times above are for food.

Before you go

  • Use the new location at 595 Bagot Street.
  • Closed on all statutory holidays, and from December 24 until St. Vincent de Paul reopens on January 4.

Published schedule

Weekly schedule. Meals: Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. The hall is open 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Closed all statutory holidays and December 24–January 3.

Local timezone: America/Toronto

  • Monday: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Thursday: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Friday: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Saturday: No service by published schedule
  • Sunday: No service by published schedule
Date-specific changes
  • Dec 24, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 25, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 26, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 27, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 28, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 29, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 30, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 31, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Jan 1, 2027: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Jan 2, 2027: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Jan 3, 2027: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.

Temporary notices

  • Closed for the holidays from December 24; St. Vincent de Paul reopens on January 4. (Dec 24, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027)

Evidence and provenance

Multiple sources reviewed. Reviewed and confirmed.

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Emergency foodGroceries

Brit Smith Social Market

Operated by St. Vincent de Paul Society of Kingston

Published scheduleCall before travelling when you can.

Closed for the holidays from December 24; St. Vincent de Paul reopens on January 4.

A registered food program offering two days of groceries each month, with household-size points.

Where
595 Bagot Street, Kingston
Who can use this
Community members may register; no income qualifying criteria are published.
Cost
Free groceries.
Today
See published hours below; confirm before travelling.
Access
Register with ID for each household member and a current address.
Before you go & weekly hours

Where

595 Bagot Street, Kingston, ON, K7K 3E2

Phone: 613-766-8432

Access requirements

Walk-ins accepted
Not confirmed
Appointment required
Not confirmed
Registration required
Yes
Identification required
Yes
  • Register with ID for each household member and a current address.
  • No income statement or pay stub is required.
  • Call to ask how to register and whether you need a booked visit.

Limitations

  • Two days of food, once a month.
  • Food selections depend on stock and points for household size.

Before you go

  • Ask about registration before making a trip.
  • Closed on all statutory holidays, and from December 24 until St. Vincent de Paul reopens on January 4.

Published schedule

Weekly schedule. Published service hours; this is not live availability. Closed all statutory holidays and December 24–January 3.

Local timezone: America/Toronto

  • Monday: 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
  • Thursday: 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
  • Friday: 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
  • Saturday: No service by published schedule
  • Sunday: No service by published schedule
Date-specific changes
  • Dec 24, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 25, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 26, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 27, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 28, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 29, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 30, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Dec 31, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Jan 1, 2027: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Jan 2, 2027: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.
  • Jan 3, 2027: No service by published schedule. Closed for the holidays.

Temporary notices

  • Closed for the holidays from December 24; St. Vincent de Paul reopens on January 4. (Dec 24, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027)

Evidence and provenance

Multiple sources reviewed. Reviewed and confirmed.

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Emergency foodFood banks and pantries

Partners in Mission Food Bank

Published scheduleCall before travelling when you can.

Free groceries by appointment, usually enough for about five to seven days.

Where
4 Harvey Street, North Kingston
Who can use this
Kingston and the Islands, Loyalist Township, and surrounding areas described by the provider; call to confirm your address.
Cost
Free groceries.
Today
See published hours below; confirm before travelling.
Access
Appointment required
Before you go & weekly hours

Where

4 Harvey Street, Kingston, ON, K7K 5B9

Phone: 613-544-4100

Access requirements

Walk-ins accepted
No
Appointment required
Yes
Registration required
Yes
Identification required
Depends; see details
  • Call to book a first intake appointment. No referral is needed.
  • Bring ID for each household member if available; call if you do not have it.
  • No proof of income is required. Proof of address is helpful but not always required.

Limitations

  • Once per month, by appointment.
  • In-person pickup; delivery is not currently offered.

Before you go

  • Book by phone, Monday–Friday 8:30–noon or 1–4:30.
  • The displayed food hours are shopping appointments, not walk-in or phone hours.

Published schedule

Weekly schedule. Booked shopping visits: 9:15–11:30 a.m. and 1:15–3:30 p.m., weekdays.

Local timezone: America/Toronto

  • Monday: 9:15–11:30 a.m., 1:15–3:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 9:15–11:30 a.m., 1:15–3:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 9:15–11:30 a.m., 1:15–3:30 p.m.
  • Thursday: 9:15–11:30 a.m., 1:15–3:30 p.m.
  • Friday: 9:15–11:30 a.m., 1:15–3:30 p.m.
  • Saturday: No service by published schedule
  • Sunday: No service by published schedule
Date-specific changes
  • Sep 7, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for Labour Day; provider closes on holidays.
  • Oct 12, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for Thanksgiving; provider closes on holidays.
  • Dec 25, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed for Christmas; provider closes on holidays.

Evidence and provenance

Multiple sources reviewed. Reviewed and confirmed.

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Emergency foodPrepared meals

St. Mary’s Drop-In Centre

Operated by St. Mary’s Cathedral

Published scheduleCall before travelling when you can.

Free light meals and snacks during weekday afternoon drop-in hours.

Where
260 Brock Street, Brock & Clergy
Who can use this
No eligibility restrictions are listed.
Cost
Free light meals and snacks.
Today
See published hours below; confirm before travelling.
Access
Drop-in access
Before you go & weekly hours

Where

260 Brock Street, Kingston, ON, K7L 1S4

Phone: 613-546-5521 · ext 3

Access requirements

Walk-ins accepted
Yes
Appointment required
No
Registration required
No
Identification required
No
  • Drop in during service hours. No documents required.

Limitations

  • Light meals and snacks; offerings may vary.

Before you go

  • Use the Parish Centre at 260 Brock Street.
  • Call extension 3 for the drop-in centre and holiday arrangements.

Published schedule

Weekly schedule. Published service hours; this is not live availability.

Local timezone: America/Toronto

  • Monday: 1:00–3:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 1:00–3:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 1:00–3:30 p.m.
  • Thursday: 1:00–3:30 p.m.
  • Friday: 1:00–3:30 p.m.
  • Saturday: No service by published schedule
  • Sunday: No service by published schedule

Evidence and provenance

Multiple sources reviewed. Reviewed and confirmed.

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Emergency foodPrepared meals

Lunch by George

Operated by Outreach St. George’s Kingston

Published scheduleCall before travelling when you can.

Free takeaway breakfast and lunch on weekdays, served on Wellington Street near Johnson Street.

Where
Wellington Street near Johnson Street, Downtown Kingston
Who can use this
All are welcome.
Cost
Free breakfast and lunch.
Today
See published hours below; confirm before travelling.
Access
Drop-in access
Before you go & weekly hours

Where

Wellington Street near Johnson Street, Kingston, ON

Phone: 613-484-2984

Access requirements

Walk-ins accepted
Yes
Appointment required
No
Registration required
No
Identification required
No
  • Meals are takeaway only.
  • Drop-in service; no documents required according to 211.

Limitations

  • Takeaway only.
  • Weekdays only.

Before you go

  • Meals are handed out from the Lunch by George van parked on Wellington Street near Johnson Street, beside St. George’s Cathedral.
  • Meals are prepared at the St. Lawrence College teaching kitchen.

Published schedule

Weekly schedule. Monday to Friday: breakfast 9–10:30 a.m., lunch noon–1 p.m.

Local timezone: America/Toronto

  • Monday: 9:00–10:30 a.m., 12–1 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 9:00–10:30 a.m., 12–1 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 9:00–10:30 a.m., 12–1 p.m.
  • Thursday: 9:00–10:30 a.m., 12–1 p.m.
  • Friday: 9:00–10:30 a.m., 12–1 p.m.
  • Saturday: No service by published schedule
  • Sunday: No service by published schedule

Evidence and provenance

Multiple sources reviewed. Reviewed and confirmed.

Sources checked

Emergency foodFood banks and pantries

Community Choice Pantry

Operated by The Salvation Army — Kingston Citadel

Check hours before goingCall before travelling when you can.

Pantry hours need confirmation. Office hours are not shown as food-service hours.

Emergency food assistance. Call Community & Family Services to arrange access to the pantry.

Where
342 Patrick Street, North Kingston
Who can use this
Eligibility varies by program; ask about food assistance.
Cost
Free emergency food assistance.
Today
Call for pantry collection times and intake arrangements.
Access
211 lists ID, income and expense statements for each household member for emergency assistance.
Before you go & weekly hours

Where

342 Patrick Street, Kingston, ON, K7K 6R6

Phone: 613-548-4411

Access requirements

Walk-ins accepted
Not confirmed
Appointment required
Not confirmed
Registration required
Not confirmed
Identification required
Yes
  • 211 lists ID, income and expense statements for each household member for emergency assistance.
  • Call to ask about intake, appointments and pantry collection hours.

Limitations

  • Pantry pickup hours have not been confirmed.

Before you go

  • Call before going; office opening hours do not establish food availability.

Published schedule

Hours not confirmed — Unconfirmed. Call for pantry collection times and intake arrangements.

Local timezone: America/Toronto

Temporary notices

  • Pantry hours need confirmation. Office hours are not shown as food-service hours. (Sep 4, 2026)

Evidence and provenance

Multiple sources reviewed. Some information unconfirmed.

Sources checked

Emergency foodPrepared meals

Storehouse of Hope

Operated by Kingston Alliance Church

Published scheduleCall before travelling when you can.

Free Monday lunch, with coffee and snacks before the meal.

Where
540 Palace Road, Palace & Bath
Who can use this
Community food outreach; no eligibility restrictions are listed.
Cost
Free Monday lunch, coffee and snacks.
Today
See published hours below; confirm before travelling.
Access
Drop-in access
Before you go & weekly hours

Where

540 Palace Road, Kingston, ON, K7L 4T7

Phone: 613-546-2143

Access requirements

Walk-ins accepted
Yes
Appointment required
No
Registration required
No
Identification required
No
  • Drop in for the Monday lunch program.
  • No documents are listed by 211.

Limitations

  • No service on holiday Mondays; summer arrangements differ.

Before you go

  • Coffee and snacks 10:30–11:30 a.m.; lunch 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

Published schedule

Weekly schedule. Mondays: lunch 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. No service on holiday Mondays.

Local timezone: America/Toronto

  • Monday: 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday: No service by published schedule
  • Wednesday: No service by published schedule
  • Thursday: No service by published schedule
  • Friday: No service by published schedule
  • Saturday: No service by published schedule
  • Sunday: No service by published schedule
Date-specific changes
  • Sep 7, 2026: No service by published schedule. No service before the fall program restarted on September 14.
  • Oct 12, 2026: No service by published schedule. Closed on holiday Mondays.

Evidence and provenance

Multiple sources reviewed. Reviewed and confirmed.

Sources checked

Emergency foodPrepared meals

Trellis Breakfast Program

Operated by Trellis HIV & Community Care

Published scheduleCall before travelling when you can.

Free hot breakfast Monday to Thursday mornings at Trellis HIV & Community Care.

Where
844A Princess Street, Kingston
Who can use this
Open to anyone.
Cost
Free, according to Trellis.
Today
See published hours below; confirm before travelling.
Access
Drop-in access
Before you go & weekly hours

Where

844A Princess Street, Kingston, ON, K7L 1G5

Phone: 800-565-2209

Access requirements

Walk-ins accepted
Yes
Appointment required
No
Registration required
No
Identification required
Not confirmed
  • Open to anyone. Just come in; no appointment or registration is needed.

Limitations

Not specified. Check with the provider.

Before you go

  • Trellis was formerly known as HARS.

Published schedule

Weekly schedule. Monday to Thursday, 9–11 a.m., per Trellis staff. Trellis says it extended the hours a little over a year ago; the City still lists 9–10:30 a.m.

Local timezone: America/Toronto

  • Monday: 9–11 a.m.
  • Tuesday: 9–11 a.m.
  • Wednesday: 9–11 a.m.
  • Thursday: 9–11 a.m.
  • Friday: No service by published schedule
  • Saturday: No service by published schedule
  • Sunday: No service by published schedule

Evidence and provenance

Direct confirmation. Some information unconfirmed.

Sources checked

Emergency foodGroceries

Trellis Fresh Food Stall

Operated by Trellis HIV & Community Care

Published scheduleCall before travelling when you can.

Free produce and other donated food items on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. until the food is gone.

Where
844A Princess Street, Kingston
Who can use this
Open to anyone.
Cost
Free of charge, according to Trellis.
Today
See published hours below; confirm before travelling.
Access
Drop-in access
Before you go & weekly hours

Where

844A Princess Street, Kingston, ON, K7L 1G5

Phone: 800-565-2209

Access requirements

Walk-ins accepted
Yes
Appointment required
No
Registration required
No
Identification required
Not confirmed
  • Open to anyone. Just come in; no appointment or registration is needed.

Limitations

  • Available only while supplies last; items vary.
  • One bag per household or couple. Trellis says staff do not question visitors about this.

Before you go

  • Trellis was formerly known as HARS.

Published schedule

Weekly schedule. Tuesdays from 1 p.m. until the food is gone. There is no set closing time.

Local timezone: America/Toronto

  • Monday: No service by published schedule
  • Tuesday: From 1 p.m.; no set closing time
  • Wednesday: No service by published schedule
  • Thursday: No service by published schedule
  • Friday: No service by published schedule
  • Saturday: No service by published schedule
  • Sunday: No service by published schedule

Evidence and provenance

Direct confirmation. Some information unconfirmed.

Sources checked

Emergency foodPrepared meals

Good Times Diner

Operated by Arts and Science Undergraduate Society of Queen’s University (ASUS)

Published scheduleCall before travelling when you can.

Free student-run take-out meals on Sunday and Wednesday evenings at Chalmers United Church.

Where
212 Barrie Street, Kingston
Who can use this
Open to anyone in the Queen’s and Kingston community experiencing food insecurity, according to the student organizers.
Cost
Free, according to Chalmers United Church, which hosts the diner.
Today
See published hours below; confirm before travelling.
Access
The organizers’ page does not mention registration, appointments or identification.
Before you go & weekly hours

Where

212 Barrie Street, Kingston, ON

Access requirements

Walk-ins accepted
Not confirmed
Appointment required
Not confirmed
Registration required
Not confirmed
Identification required
Not confirmed
  • The organizers’ page does not mention registration, appointments or identification.

Limitations

  • Chalmers United Church describes the meals as for students; the organizers’ page welcomes the wider Kingston community.

Before you go

  • The diner is run by student volunteers. Breaks over exams and holidays are not published, so check the Good Times Diner page before going.

Published schedule

Weekly schedule. Sundays and Wednesdays, 5:30–6 p.m. The City food-supports page lists Sundays only.

Local timezone: America/Toronto

  • Monday: No service by published schedule
  • Tuesday: No service by published schedule
  • Wednesday: 5:30–6:00 p.m.
  • Thursday: No service by published schedule
  • Friday: No service by published schedule
  • Saturday: No service by published schedule
  • Sunday: 5:30–6:00 p.m.

Evidence and provenance

Multiple sources reviewed. Some information unconfirmed.

Sources checked

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