The federal government has suspended Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits across the country starting Nov. 1 — affecting 42 million individuals nationwide, and approximately 460,000 New Mexicans, or 21% of the population.
Many local New Mexican establishments have been quick to share their support for those in need. This list may not be complete. Please email info@khfm.org with additions or edits.
*No purchase required, child must be present. One meal per child. Contact these businesses directly for more information.
Albuquerque
ABQ Sweet Spot
9250 Golf Course Rd NW Ste. D, Albuquerque, NM
(505) 900-3814
“Beginning November 1st! Kids under 16 can stop by for a free cupcake – no questions asked. The child(ren) must be present. Limit of 1 cupcake per child.”
The Burrow Cafe
12501 Candelaria Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM
(505) 508-0075
“Starting November 1st, we’re offering free kids’ menu items. No purchase necessary. One item per child per visit. Kids must be present in-store… Available options: Classic oatmeal with brown sugar and maple syrup, two eggs (any style, with toast or a plain crepe), kid-sized ham and cheese crepe“
Burrito Baby NM
7400 Montgomery Blvd Suite 12, Albuquerque, NM
(505) 480-6538
“Beginning on November 1st, during our operational times we will be offering free kid’s burritos. No purchase necessary. One item per child. Kids must be present. No questions asked”
Chicken Salad Chick
2100 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87110
(505) 581-2442
10621 Unser Blvd NW Ste I & J, Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 548-9047
“Any child visiting one of our two (New Mexico) locations will receive a free Kid’s meal until SNAP benefits are restored to New Mexicans. Please limit to 1 kid’s meal per child; the child must be present for dine-in meals. No purchase necessary.”
Chile Chicken
3005 Eubank Blvd NE , Albuquerque, NM
(505) 293-1700
“We’ll continue providing free meals for children while supplies last. Children 12 and under can enjoy a free meal at Chile Chicken. One meal per child and child must be present.”
The Crepe Brulee
6001 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM
(505) 280-9308
“ONLY WEDNESDAYS kids 10 and under can get one free menu item or custom ice cream cup of their choice! This will continue every Wednesday until benefits return. *kid must be present*
*no purchase necessary*”
Dogos VIP
6125 Montgomery Blvd NE Suite 5, Albuquerque, NM
(505) 492-2553
“Starting Nov 2… we’re opening our doors Monday–Friday, 4–6 PM, for kid’s and elderly only in NEED to come enjoy a free plain hot dog — no questions asked.”
El Catrin Mexican Kitchen
CNM Main campus, 9 am Mondays and Thursdays
“Starting November 1st and continuing until SANP benefits are restored, FREE BREAKFAST TACOS for kids in our community”
The Girls Coffee House
915 Yale Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
“Starting November 1st, and continuing until SNAP benefits are restored, … Each child and up to two accompanying adults, or any disabled community member, will receive a free hot dog. For our vegetarian friends, we’ll have peanut butter and jelly sandwiches available.”
Grandma’s House Bakery
Saturday Nov. 1st at Lauren C. Boles Park 13121 Skyview Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123
“This week I’m giving out 10 free ‘sweet comfort boxes’ for kids – no questions asked. Each box includes a soft homemade bread roll, a cookie, and a brownie. To reserve a box just send me a message – I’ll confirm your name and save one for your kiddos”
Great Harvest Bread
11200 Montgomery Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM
(505) 293-8277
“Starting Saturday Nov. 1st- Kids can stop by with an adult and get a free kids lunch meal on us (PBJ, Ham, or Turkey & cheese on Honey Wheat or White with a small cookie and a bag of chips)”
Homestead Bistro and Cafe
40 Tramway Road, NE, Albuquerque, NM
(505) 519-1042
“We are open this week on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and we’re offering free meals for kids. Each meal includes a sandwich, a drink, and a snack. (Kids must be present.). We will also have a container for non-perishable food for families who need it-free drip coffee for everyone who donates”
Juice Ritual
3617 Wyoming Blvd. NE Suite C
505-492-2768
“Children get a free smoothie until SNAP benefits are restored. No equations asked, no purchase needed. Children must be present.”
Kap’s Diner
5801 CENTRAL AVE NE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87108, US
(505) 232-9658
“All children under 18 receive a free kids meal., no questions asked.”
La Diferencia Meat Market
4351 Coors Blvd. SW suite G Albuquerque NM 87121, Albuquerque, NM
(505) 877-5880
“One free meal a day to children under 12. Children must show up Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm, starting in November and until EBT benefits are restored. Subject to change. Platter/Taco or burrito.”
The Le Bakery
1924 Juan Tabo Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 219-3152
“Starting November 1st, and continuing until SNAP benefits are restored, we’ll be offering Free Kids’ Meal Breaks here at The Le Bakery. Each child can receive one free meal: Cheesy Bread or Egg Sandwich. These meals are not on our menu and not for sale – they’re the breakfasts I make for my own children every morning.”
Meraki Coffee+Market
5900 Eubank Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 291-1116
“Children will receive a free breakfast sandwich until SNAP benefits are restored. One item per child. No questions asked.”
Mrs. Sprinkles Ice Cream
3107 Eubank Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM
(505) 489-6137
“Starting November 1st: Every child affected gets a free mini scoop (sprinkles included, of course!) during the shutdown. Child must be present.”
Napoli Coffee
3035 Menaul Blvd., Albuquerque, NM
(505) 884-5454
“Beginning November 1st, & continuing until benefits are restored, we are offering kids meals on us. No purchase necessary. No questions asked. 1 item per child per visit. Child must be present.”
Richie B’s Pizza
7200 Montgomery Blvd NE STE A2, Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 312-8579
“Starting November 1st, families affected by the change in snap benefits can bring their kids in for a free slice.” Slice is from a 1 topping 18” pizza. For Children 12 and under.”
Roni’s Mac Bar
2108 Central Ave SE, Suite B, Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 738-4301
“Starting November 1st we are offering free kids bowls until SNAP benefits are restored. For children 12 and under, dine in only. 1 bowl per child. Child must be present.”
“Sabor a mi is.. Offering free kids meals to families in need. Just come stop by the food truck… no purchase necessary. And this goes for anytime of the year. If ur kid or u don’t have enough money for a meal stop by our food truck.”
Tacos El Muchacho Alegre
3107 Eubank Blvd. Ne suite 16 Albuquerque New Mexico 87111
(505) 221-2112 930
Sunset Rd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
(505) 804-5237
“Starting November 1st, we will be giving a free meal to our kids in the ABQ community. 1 meal per child (children must be present). Options: Two tacos or corn dog & fries.“
Tasty Pot
8050 Academy Rd NE # 101, Albuquerque, NM 87111
(877) 297-2035
“Starting November 1, we’re offering free kids meals for families affected. No purchased required… Kids must be present for dine-in. Limit 1 Per Child. Just Mention Tasty Kid’s Special to any of our staff members. Meal Options: Kid’s Panda chicken + Rice, Kid’s Popcorn Chicken, Mozzarella Sticks, Fried Dumplings.“
“Starting Monday, November 3rd and going until SNAP benefits are reinstated, Three Baby Birds Baking will be taking orders for free school lunches. Porch pick ups will be Wednesdays mornings (before school) and Sunday evenings (before the school week starts). Delivery may be available if transportation is an issue for you. All you have to do is slide me a DV with this info-Your name, # of lunches you need, and if you want a Wednesday pickup or Sunday pickup. Lunches will be completely nut-free and include a sandwich, bag of chips an apple, and a sweet treat”
Urban Hotdog Company
3507 Central Ave NE
(505) 369-1769
10250 Cottonwood Park NW Suite 400 H
(505) 898-5671
Starting Nov. 1st Kids can receive a Classic Start Hotdog on the house. “Mention ‘the UHCD special’ and our team will take care of the rest. No purchase, no questions, no strings attached. Kids must be present.”
The Yeller Sub Restaurant
7200 Montgomery Blvd NE G1, Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 888-9784
“Starting November 1st, kids can stop by and enjoy a free Kids’ meal on us. This special will continue until SNAP benefits are restored… Simply mention the ‘Got your back Kids special’ and our team will take care of the rest… No purchase required… Kids must be present. One meal per child.”
Subway (Rio Grande)
2400 Rio Grande Blvd NW #3, Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 246-0102
“I would like to extend free kids meals to ALL kids under 18. No questions asked. Kids must be present and meals are for dine in orders only. Meals include a kids sandwich, juice box or small fountain drink, & applesauce or chips” – Steve Baca
UNM
Rio Rancho:
Delectable Baking Co.
2740 Northern Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM, United States, New Mexico
(505) 999-0047
“Starting November 1st, we’re offering free sack lunches/snacks and pantry items. No purchase necessary. One item per person per visit. For children, and elderly. Must be present in store. No questions asked.”
The Hopper Pub & Pizzeria
4500 Arrowhead Ridge Dr SE , Rio Rancho, NM
(505) 994-6075
“Starting November 1st – until SNAP benefits are restored to our community… One free small kids pizza per child, no questions asked, child must be present.”
Neecy’s Treats
3015 Glorieta Meadows Dr, Rio Rancho, NM
(505) 403-7390
“Nov 1 until snap is back on track. Neecy’s treats will have a designated stand for kiddos to come pick them out a treat any seven days of the week.”
Our Daily Bread of Life
Rio Rancho, NM
(505) 699-6628
“Starting November 1 until snap benefits are restored, our daily bread of life will be providing one egg, bacon and cheese, breakfast burrito per child present at our porch, bakery in hopes to help our community with meals for the children”
El Paisana Market
2003 Southern Blvd SE Ste 114, Rio Rancho, NM
(505) 404-0813
“Starting November 1 – Until benefits are reinstated. El Paisano Market Is offering: Kids Taco combo! Two tacos + small slushy for FREE. Please limit to 1 child per combo. The child must be present for dine-in. No purchase necessary. No questions asked. Must present EBT card.”
Rio Grande Social
10127 Coors Blvd , Albuquerque, NM
(505) 532-6071
Starting Nov 1st until SNAP benefits are restored we are giving a free cheese pizza to any school aged child who will be affected by these changes.” & “Every Saturday and Sunday from 9-11:45am, until benefits are restored, we invite Disabled Veterans and elderly individuals losing their benefits to enjoy a complimentary Social Platter breakfast, featuring 2 eggs, bacon or sausage, papitas, and toast. Just ask for the Social Platter Special.”
Surrounding Areas
Dough Daddy’s Delights (Belen)
303 Rio Communities Blvd , Belen, NM
(505) 239-2724
“Starting Nov. 2, every Monday & Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m., all kids eat free pizza pasta for dinner! (One per kid, must be present, in store only)”
Say Cheese (Bosque Farms)
1255 Bosque Farms Blvd, Unit F, Bosque Farms, NM
505-456-0755
“On November 1st and until benefits are restored, kids can come by and get a kids grilled cheese and a bag of chips. No questions. No Purchase necessary. Kids must be present“
Flamez Fusion (Cedar Crest)
12118 North Highway 14, Cedar Crest, NM
(505) 532-3418
“Starting Nov. 1, children eat free at Flamez Fusion until SNAP benefits are restored… Child must be present, one meal per child.”
Red Door on Main Drinkery & Eatery (Clovis)
414 N Main St, Clovis, NM
(575) 265-1489
“Starting this week, we’ll be offering free kids’ meals until SNAP benefits are restored. Just come in and ask for the ‘Red Door Community Special.’ Each meal includes a grilled cheese and fries, and all we ask is that your little one is present to receive it.”
Kaffee ‘n’ Kuchen (Clovis)
1917 Glenarm Dr , Clovis, NM
(575) 777-1153
“Free Mini Birthday Cake for Kids! We’ve added a few updates to make it easier for families to order and pick up their cakes: Orders can be placed 3 days before the birthday (no earlier, please!). Child must be present when picking up the cake. Choice of vanilla or chocolate cake with buttercream. If SNAP is restored after you’ve placed your order, your cake will still be honored.”
Route 66 Coffee & Boba (Edgewood)
3 George Court, Edgewood, NM
(505) 926-9486
“Starting November 1, receive a 25% discount off a drink for each canned good or non-perishable food item you bring in. Additionally, any person who is struggling and needs something to eat or breakfast for your child(ren), please see one of our barista’s and we will be glad to give you a bagel and a drink.”
Los Ojos Restaurant & Saloon (Jemez Springs)
17596 Highway 4, Jemez Springs, NM
(575) 829-3547
“Starting November 1 kids eat free. Until SNAP benefits are restored we are offering free kids menu items. No purchase necessary. One item per child per visit. Child must be present. No questions asked.”
ButterCrust Pizza (Moriarty)
2015 Rt. 66 suite 6, Moriarty, NM
(505) 832-6300
“Starting on November 1, children can get a free one topping personal pizza on us! The child must be present, does not include delivery, one pizza per child, and once per week. Please mention or show us this flyer when placing your order.”
AJ’s Wings (Portales)
1301 S Ave D out front of Enchanted Desert Farms
(575) 226-4010
“Any child visiting us will receive a free Kid’s Meal until SNAP Benefits are restored to New Mexicans. Please limit to 1 Kid’s Meal per child (1 strip or 3 wings with fries); the child must be present when ordering. No purchase necessary, no questions asked. We are currently operating Thurs and Fri 5pm to 9pm and Sundays 3pm to 8pm. Look for us at 1301 S Ave D out front of Enchanted Desert Farms”
Do Drop In (Portales)
123 S Main St, Portales, NM
(575) 226-5282
“Children Eat Free at Do Drop In until SNAP benefits are restored. Any child visiting us will receive a free Kid’s Meal until SNAP Benefits are restored to New Mexicans. Please limit to 1 Kid’s Meal per child; the child must be present for dine-in meals. No purchase necessary, no questions asked. We are also extending this offer to military families that are being impacted by the government shutdown and are not receiving a paycheck right now. Again.. No questions asked.”
Dr. K-Maron (Portales)
204 N. Chicago Ave. , Portales, NM
(720) 300-9465
“STARTING NOVEMBER 1st At Dr. K-maron … we’re offering a FREE Kid’s Meal to any child who visits us, until SNAP benefits are restored to New Mexicans. One Kid’s Meal per child. Child must be present for dine-in meals. No purchase necessary, no questions asked”
Tacos Pita (Roswell)
1010 s Mainstreet, Roswell/Dexter, NM
(575) 914-0230
“Starting Oct. 28, 2025 12 pm – 7 pm daily until SNAP benefits are restored… Any child or elders visiting us will receive a free Meal until SNAP Benefits are restored to New Mexicans. Please limit 1 Meal per child/elder; must be present to obtain meals.”
Santa Fe Farmer’s Market (Santa Fe)
1607 Paseo de Peralta, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 983-4098
“Qualified households may receive $40 in vouchers for purchasing food at the Santa Fe Farmer’s Market. Eligibility: households who qualify for Federal/State food assistance programs. households including: Seniors 60+, Families with school-age kids, People with disabilities”
Tomasitas (Santa Fe)
500 S Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, NM , NM 87501
(505) 983-5721
“Starting Today, November 2nd, we’ll be offering free meals for furloughed federal workers and their families during the government shutdown. Workers just need to show their federal employee or contractor ID.”
Yin Yang Chinese Restaurant (Santa Fe)
418 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM
(505) 986-9279
“Starting November 3. ‘To support our community during this time, children can enjoy our lunch buffet for free until SNAP benefits are fully restored.’ Please mention this post to server.”
FOOD FINDER LINKS
– www.Findhelp.org (type zipcode for any resource need)
– Free Groceries for Low-Income Seniors & Veterans
– Free Little Walk-Up Pantries (enter zip code)
– Free Mobile Food Pantry supplied by Roadrunner Food Bank: November 7 & December 9 from 2-4:30pm @ Manzana Mesa Multigenerational Center (501 Elizabeth SE, ABQ)
– Animal Humane Pet Food Pantry
– Lasagna Love – Request a meal – can take up to 4 weeks depending on volunteers in area.
–New Mexico Health Care Authority – The Commodity Supplemental Food Program
THANKSGIVING ASSISTANCE
Women in Leadership: Pick up Nov 21, 11-1 at 300 Central Ave SW Suite 1500 East ABQ.