Free community meals

 

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Neighbourhood houses

Bridge Darebin (Preston), at 218 High Street, Preston, have a community meal every Friday, starting at midday. As they say on their website: “Come for a yummy lunch and stay for the conversation and activities.

Brunswick Neighbourhood House, at 43A De Carle Street, Brunswick, have a vegetarian community lunch on the 2nd Thursday of every month (except January), starting midday. As they say on their website: “This event is for everyone, from those who don’t have much to those who have plenty. It’s a celebration aimed at connecting diverse people in the area of Brunswick.

Reservoir Neighbourhood House, at 2B Cuthbert Road, Reservoir, have a community lunch on the 2nd Tuesday of every month, starting midday. As they say on their website: “‘Jen the chef’ makes some beautiful meals which always includes a main and dessert. Why not come down and join in, eat something beautiful and have a chat with some new friends.

Rosanna Fire Station Community House, at 232 Lower Plenty Road, Rosanna, have a community lunch on the first Wednesday of every month (during school terms only), starting 12:30pm. For catering purposes, bookings are essential (phone 9458 1935).

Span Community House (Thornbury), at 64 Clyde Street, Thornbury, have a community lunch on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, starting 12.30pm. As they say on their website: “A two course home cooked meal is shared in our dining room with other friendly community members. Come along for company, conversation and support. A great opportunity to find out what’s available in your neighbourhood.

Church-affiliated

All Saints Anglican Church (Greensborough), at 14 Church Street, Greensborough, have a community lunch on the 3rd Wednesday of every month, starting midday. As they say on their website: “Whether you’re a local worker, live locally, are a church member or just looking for a place to have a meal – we welcome you to our monthly Community Meal. Our desire is to create a safe space for all people to connect, be encouraged and feel cared for as a valued member of our local community.

Brunswick Uniting Church, at 212-214 Sydney Road, Brunswick, have a community lunch every Tuesday, starting midday, where the cook provides a home style, two course meal.

Croydon North Uniting Church, 387A Maroondah Hwy, Croydon North, have a community lunch sit down or takeaway every Tuesday, starting midday.

FoodStop, Discovery Community Care (Lilydale) have a community dinner every Thursday, starting at 6pm. During Winter (Apr-Sep), it is at The Mustard Tree, 3/28 John Street. During Summer (Oct-Mar), it is at Lilydale Recreational Park. As they say on their website: “FoodStop creates a safe and positive environment for those needing a meal and/or social interaction.

Hope Cafe at St Mark’s Catholic Church (Fawkner), 9 Lee Street, Fawkner, have a community dinner every Thursday, 6-8pm. As they say, “We provide a safe, welcoming space where food is eaten and friendships are made.

Mill Park Baptist Church at ‘The Shak’, 11 Mill Park Drive, Mill Park, have a community lunch every Saturday, starting at 1pm. As they say on their website: “Come and enjoy a meal with us! Welcoming the homeless, people with dependencies, struggling families, asylum seekers, refugees, people with disabilities and anyone who just wants a good meal and a chat!

Mooroolbark People’s Pantry at St. Margaret’s Uniting Church, 207-219 Hull Road, Mooroolbark have a community dinner twice a month on Fridays, starting at 6pm. “A warm welcome, meal and opportunity to connect with other seniors or those who live alone in the Mooroolbark area.

Southern Cross Church (Eltham), in partnership with The SALT Foundation, have a community dinner on the last Friday of each month, starting at 5.30pm at the local Senior Citizens Centre in Library Place.

St John the Divine Anglican Church (Croydon), at 5 Toorak Avenue, Croydon, have a community meal every Tuesday and Wednesday, arriving from 5pm to start at 5.30pm.

Other

ADRA Community Care Croydon provides a community dinner every Thursday, 4.30-6pm at 17-19 Surrey Road West, Croydon. “Volunteers serve a nutritious, three-course meal to disadvantaged and socially isolated people in Melbourne.

Food Not Bombs Melbourne is part of a worldwide movement that cooks and distributes vegan food to anyone and everyone, without restriction. It gathers leftover fruit and vegetables from Queen Victoria Market and elsewhere, gives some to worthy causes, then cooks up the rest and serves it on the streets of Melbourne.

  • Coburg, Catalyst Social Centre, 146 Sydney Road, every Wednesday, starting at 7pm.
  • Richmond, corner of Butler Street & Lennox Street, every Tuesday, starting at 7.15pm.

Mitcham Community Meal provides a community dinner every Sunday at 18 Edward Street, Mitcham, starting at 6pm. “Each Sunday night, a different local club, business, or church group provides and serves a meal to people in the Mitcham community.

  3 Responses to “Free community meals”

  1. Looking for places to eat near Springvale or near enough to their 3171 near public transport near train station or can catch bus too.

  2. Tony’s cafe, The Waratah Room next to St. Anthony’s Hall, Corner Grange and Neerim Roads, Glen Huntly 3163.

    Thursday dinner, 3 course meal, 5pm to 7pm. February to December. 9569 2099.

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