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Food Banks and Pantries in Salt Lake City, UT

Utah Food Bank serves Salt Lake City, UT with an estimated 200 partner pantries and meal programs. Anyone in need can get free groceries or a hot meal -- most sites do not require ID or proof of income.

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Salt Lake City at a Glance

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Partner pantries & meal sites

Utah Food

Regional Feeding America food bank

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Notable sites listed below

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Free pantry locator hotline

How to Get Free Food in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City is served by the Utah Food Bank, the Feeding America member covering the entire state, headquartered in Salt Lake City. It distributes food through about 200 partner agencies statewide. Catholic Community Services and Salt Lake City Mission are the largest direct-service soup kitchens. The food bank also runs mobile distributions targeting food desert neighborhoods on the west side and rural Utah.

Regional Food Bank: Utah Food Bank

The primary Feeding America member food bank serving the Salt Lake City, UT area. It distributes food to an estimated 200 partner pantries, soup kitchens, and meal programs across Statewide across Utah, headquartered in Salt Lake City, with branches in St. George, Logan, and Cedar City.

Website: https://www.utahfoodbank.org
Phone: 801-978-2452
Service area: Statewide across Utah, headquartered in Salt Lake City, with branches in St. George, Logan, and Cedar City

Notable Pantries and Meal Sites in Salt Lake City

Catholic Community Services of Utah
437 W 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Phone: 801-977-9119Hours: Daily meal service; pantry Mon-Fri 9am-3pm
St. Vincent de Paul Dining Hall serves daily meals; one of the largest in the state
Salt Lake City Mission
1151 S Redwood Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Phone: 801-364-7700Hours: Daily meal service; pantry Mon-Fri 9am-3pm
Shelter, hot meals, and food boxes for homeless and low-income residents
Crossroads Urban Center
1385 W Indiana Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Phone: 801-364-7765Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-3pm
Food pantry and emergency assistance serving downtown Salt Lake City
Utah Food Bank Main Warehouse
5406 Gleaner Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Phone: 801-978-2452Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Walk-in pantry, SNAP help, and partner agency distribution

This is a sample of well-known sites. For a full, current list of all pantries near you, use 211 or the food bank website above.

Soup Kitchens and Community Meals

Catholic Community Services operates the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Hall at 437 W 200 S, serving daily meals to anyone in need. Salt Lake City Mission on Redwood Road serves three meals daily for shelter residents and walk-ins. The Utah Food Bank supplies many smaller church kitchens across the Salt Lake valley.

Mobile Pantry Program

The Utah Food Bank runs a Mobile Pantry program that delivers truckloads of fresh produce and staples to underserved neighborhoods across Salt Lake County and rural Utah. The schedule rotates weekly and is posted on utahfoodbank.org. Distributions are first-come first-served.

SNAP / Food Stamp Outreach

The Utah Food Bank provides SNAP outreach and application assistance at its warehouse and partner sites. Staff help Utah residents apply through the Department of Workforce Services. The Utah SNAP hotline is 800-399-7377, and applications can be completed at jobs.utah.gov.

How to Find a Pantry Near You in Salt Lake City

Call 211 to reach the Utah helpline for a referral to the nearest Utah Food Bank partner pantry. Visit utahfoodbank.org for the find-food locator, or use feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank. Catholic Community Services at 437 W 200 S is a reliable same-day option for meals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I get free food today in Salt Lake City?
Call 211 or visit utahfoodbank.org. Catholic Community Services at 437 W 200 S serves daily meals, and the Utah Food Bank warehouse at 5406 Gleaner Dr offers same-day assistance.
Do Salt Lake City food pantries require ID?
Most ask for a photo ID and proof of address but will serve first-time visitors without documents. Utah Food Bank partner sites use self-declaration of need on the first visit.
Where can homeless people get hot meals in Salt Lake City?
Catholic Community Services serves daily meals at 437 W 200 S. Salt Lake City Mission serves three meals daily at 1151 S Redwood Rd. Both welcome walk-ins.
How do I apply for SNAP in Salt Lake County?
Apply online at jobs.utah.gov or call 800-399-7377. Utah Food Bank outreach staff can help you complete the application at the warehouse or a partner site.
Does the Utah Food Bank serve the whole state?
Yes. The Utah Food Bank serves all of Utah through partner agencies and branches in St. George, Logan, and Cedar City. Call 211 or visit utahfoodbank.org to find the nearest site.
Disclaimer: This is informational only, not legal advice. Pantry hours, locations, and requirements change. Always call ahead or check the food bank website before visiting. For the most current list of pantries near you, call 211 or visit the regional food bank website.