What is St Anthony’s dining room?
Over 70 years ago, Father Alfred Boeddeker opened the doors of St. Anthony’s Dining Room. Since then, we’ve expanded our services to include a medical clinic, free clothing program, technology lab, and more. But our mission remains the same: To care for those in need and create a society in which all persons flourish.
What is the history of St Anthony's?
Founded in 1950, St. Anthony’s is the most comprehensive safety net service center in San Francisco. Every day, we provide essential services, health care, and gateways to stability to families and individuals in need. Everyone who comes through our doors joins the St. Anthony’s family and helps us create a future where all people flourish.
How many meals has St Anthony’s served?
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy sent a telegram from the White House congratulating St. Anthony’s on 6 million meals served. St. Anthony’s has always been a volunteer-centric organization, but in 1986 the practice was taken to the next level. St.
How did St Anthony’s become a first-aid clinic?
When a tuberculosis epidemic attacked San Francisco, St. Anthony’s transformed the tiny first-aid room adjoining the Dining Room into a makeshift clinic, where guests could be tested for the disease.
How we serve
Welcoming each guest with dignity and respect is fundamental to the Dining Room’s meal service, and the Dining Room is a community. Whether in a residential hotel room or on the street, 83% of our guests live alone, and the Dining Room is a place to share stories and smiles. We accept any and all people who come through our doors to eat.
Who makes it possible
Alongside individual volunteers, student, church, and corporate groups volunteer daily. The men in our Father Alfred Center Addiction Recovery Program help to prepare each day’s meals. An outreach team is also present to provide guidance to guests who would benefit from other St. Anthony’s programs and services.
Hours and Details
10:00am to 1:30pm – Open to everyone, including seniors and families with children.