FAQ For Eating At Masbia

What is Masbia?

Masbia is a network of community supported kitchens where clients can eat for free. Masbia also operates a free food pantry.

Is Masbia Kosher?

Yes. Masbia has a certificate of Kashrut from the Orthodox Union.

I am not Jewish - Can I eat at Masbia?

Yes. Masbia feeds everyone who is in need.

What documents do I need to bring?

As of now, clients do not need to bring documentation. Because resources are limited, we may request documentation in the future from clients.

When can I receive a meal?

Masbia is opened for dinner service in Masbia of Flatbush, Masbia of Queens, and Masbia of Boro Park from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday – Thursday.

In addition to meal service, we also distribute pantry take-home packages every day in our three locations (only by appointment), MondayTuesday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, WednesdayThursday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, & Friday from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Please Note: only one package per week can be picked up.

What is served for dinner?

The menu varies on a day to day basis but all meals consist of bread, soup, protein, vegetable, grain, dessert, and a beverage. We want to provide nutritious and balanced meals that are tasty and freshly prepared.

What public transportations are close to the soup kitchens?

Flatbush:
B68- Coney Island Ave/Ave J stop
B6 and B11- Ave J/Coney Island Ave
Q Train- Avenue J

Queens:
Q60- Queens Bl/ 65Rd
R and N Trains- 63 Dr Rego Park

Boro Park:
B16- 13Av/52St
D Train- 55 St

Do you deliver?

No– We do not offer a delivering service for meals.

Can I take a hot meal home?

No– Hot dinners can not be taken home. Food must be eaten in the dining room. However, we do have take home pantry packages every Thursday.