10/31/2025
If you or someone you know is impacted by the SNAP/government shutdown and needs a little help feeding yourselves or your kiddos, here are local restaurants stepping up to offer free meals. No shame, no judgment — just community taking care of community. 💛
Please share this with anyone who might need it.
And if you’re in a position to support these businesses (now or later), keep them on your list. They’re doing good when it counts. 🙏
Here are some confirmed spots offering free meals during the shutdown:
🍝 Pia’s Trattoria – Gulfport
Free “Shutdown To-Go Meal” for families affected by the SNAP/government shutdown.
Includes: Pasta Pomodori, Bread & Salad
When: Wed–Sun, 5–6 PM (pickup only)
Ask for the Shutdown To-Go Special. No questions asked.
🍔 The Violet Stone – St. Pete
Providing free meals to families impacted by the SNAP/government shutdown.
Check their Facebook/Instagram for daily availability and ask for the Shutdown Meal.
🎬 Gigglewaters – Safety Harbor
Free kids meals during the SNAP/government shutdown.
Available starting Nov 1 until benefits resume.
Ask for the Shutdown Kids Meal.
🐔 Chicken Salad Chick – Clearwater
Offering free kids meals during the SNAP/government shutdown.
Ask for the SNAP Shutdown Kids Meal. Dine-in only.
🍕 Paul’s Chicago Pizza – Clearwater
Providing free kids meals related to the SNAP/government shutdown.
Ask for the Shutdown Kids Meal when ordering.
🎸 Skipper’s Smokehouse – Tampa
Offering free kids meals for families affected by the SNAP/government shutdown.
Available during the shutdown until benefits resume.
Ask for the Shutdown Kids Meal.
