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Food Supports

We help people get the food that they need. Learn more about our programs and how we support community nourishment. 

Where to find food

Find food resources near you.

If you find yourself in need of a meal, there are places in the city that can help. Meal services are available through local programs for anyone who needs them. Check the list below to find out where to go for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Breakfast

Martha’s Table - 629 Princess St.
Indoor dining available; Monday to Friday: 9 - 11 a.m.

Lunch by George - 129 Wellington St.
Take out only: Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Integrated Care Hub – Access & Support Centre - 661 Montreal St.
7 days per week, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Adelaide - 38 Cowdy St.
7 days per week, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

HIV/AIDS Regional Services - 844 Princess St.
Hot breakfast service from Monday to Thursday, 9  to 10:30 a.m.

Lunch

Integrated Care Hub - Access & Support Centre - 661 Montreal St.
7 days per week, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

St. Vincent de Paul Society - 85 Steven St.
Monday to Friday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., takeout lunch and coffee

Peers of the Round Table - 60 Queen St.
Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Adelaide - 38 Cowdy St.
7 days per week, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

One Roof Youth Drop-In Daytime Services - 620 Princess St.
Community hub: youth-serving agencies provide wraparound services for youth aged 16 to 24, Monday to Friday: 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Kingston Alliance Church - Storehouse of Hope - 540 Palace Rd.
Mondays from 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. (excluding statutory holidays)
Snacks and coffee from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., hot lunch from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Martha’s Table - 629 Princess St.
Indoor dining available; Monday to Friday: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Take-out meals available everyday from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.

St. Mary’s Drop-In Centre - 260 Brock St.
Indoor dining available; Monday to Friday: 1 - 3:30 p.m.

Dinner

Martha’s Table - 629 Princess St.
Indoor dining available; Monday to Friday: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Integrated Care Hub - Access & Support Centre - 661 Montreal St.
7 days per week, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Adelaide - 38 Cowdy St.
7 days per week, 10 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Street Outreach Meal - Delivered to those living in encampments across the city. Every Tuesday and Thursday. 20 meals delivered starting at 3 p.m.

Elizabeth Fry Society

Good Times Diner

  • Chalmers United Church - 212 Barrie St. 
  • Phone: 613-546-9305 
  • Sunday, 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 

Next Church 

Night Light (temporary location)

Salvation Army Rideau Heights

  • 183 Weller Ave. 
  • Phone: 613-541-3947 
  • Bread of Life Club runs January - November 

Special Meals 

  • St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church - 130 Clergy St. 
  • Phone: 613-546-6316 
  • September – June 

The Mess 

Kingston Street Mission 

  • 130 Clergy St. 
  • Phone: 613-449-0916 
  • November – April 

St. John the Apostle Church 

Community Kitchens

Free cooking workshops on easy, affordable and healthy meals. 

The Food Sharing Project

Elementary and secondary students can access free snacks and meals at school. Email fsp@kingston.net.

Asian Food World

  • 639 Princess St.

Aunty Ann Caribbean / African Grocery Supply

  • 846 Gardiners Rd.

Blossom African Foods

  • 935 Blossom St.

BV Buy Asian Market

  • 164 Princess St.

Chocololo Market

  • 676 King Street W.

J&K Supermarket

  • 354 Princess St.

Kins Mart Bubble Tea & Grocery

  • 2395 Princess St. Unit 9

Kingston Asian Market

  • 461 Princess St.

Namaste Indian Supermarket

  • 277 Bath Rd.

Parkway Grocery

  • 1469 Princess St.

Quattrochi Specialty Foods

  • 662 Montreal St.

Rapidito Latin Market

  • 157 Wellington St.

Sham Marts Butcher Shop & Supermarket

  • 1753 Bath Rd.

Providing fresh, affordable produce to Kingston neighbourhoods. All are welcome to enjoy food priced at below market rates. Times may vary. For more information visit Lionheart's Fresh Food Market webpage, follow the Healthy Eating Facebook page for to stay up to date or email info@freshfoodmkt.ca

Rideau Heights Community Centre

  • 85 Maccauley St.
  • Wednesday 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Amherstview Community Hall

  • 177 Upper Park Rd.
  • Thursday 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Kingston YMCA

  • 100 Wright Cr.
  • Friday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Artillery Park

  • 382 Bagot St.
  • Saturday 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Free fresh produce can be found in these front lobbies of agencies.  Stands are stocked Mondays around 12:00 p.m. and Fridays around 10:30 a.m.

KEYS - Newcomer Services

Kingston Community Health Centres

Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest 

Free food assistance programs. Requirements vary, contact the agency for details. 

Chalmers United Church

  • 212 Barrie St. 
  • Phone: 613-546-9305 
  • Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 
  • Grocery cards and Martha’s Table tickets 

Partners in Mission Food Bank 

Salvation Army Community & Family Services

Salvation Army Rideau Heights 

  • 183 Weller Ave. 
  • Phone: 613-541-3947 
  • Bread of Life Club runs January – November 

St. Vincent de Paul Society

Good Food Box

Produce at wholesale cost. Place order second Thursday of the month and pick up third Thursday. Email Good Food Box.

HIV/AIDS Regional Services

Farmers markets 

We have a large rural area, where local farmers offer the best of Canada's produce, meats, maple syrup, honey, cheeses and artisan-made goods at our charming farmers' markets. Learn more about our Farmers Market

Community gardens and orchards

We place high importance on community gardens to enhance neighbourhood well-being and promote sustainability. Get involved in Community Gardens and Orchards for fresh, local produce and the joy of gardening together.

Contact Us

City of Kingston
City Hall
216 Ontario Street
Kingston, ON K7L 2Z3
Canada
contactus@cityofkingston.ca
Phone: 613-546-0000

The City of Kingston acknowledges that we are on the traditional homeland of the Anishinabek, Haudenosaunee, and the Huron-Wendat, and thanks these nations for their care and stewardship over this shared land.

Today, the City is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.

Learn more about the City's reconciliation initiatives.

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