how dinner club works!
Dinner Club brings together thoughtfully matched people for shared meals at some of our favorite local restaurants.
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Tell us about yourself, and we'll hand-match & curate dinner groups based on personality, interests, preferences, etc. If selected for an upcoming dinner, you'll receive an invitation and can reserve your seat with a small fee before joining us for an evening of great food and meaningful connection.
the journey to dinner
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Introduce Yourself
Fill out a short application so we can get to know you, your interests, personality, and the kinds of people you'd enjoy meeting.
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We Curate the Group
We thoughtfully match people based on compatibility, conversation styles, and shared interests. As we curate each dinner, we invite the people we believe will create the best group experience, so invitations are not guaranteed.
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Coordinate Your Dinner
If selected, you'll receive an email to help us find a date that works for your group before the dinner is finalized.
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Confirm Your Seat
Once the dinner is scheduled, you'll receive the restaurant details and can officially reserve your seat with a $10 reservation fee. Food and drinks are paid directly to the restaurant.
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Meet for Dinner!
Show up, enjoy great food, and connect with people you likely wouldn't have met otherwise.
previous dinners & events
A look into our past dinner gatherings...
voices of the club
"I thoroughly enjoyed my experience and can't wait to do it again! Our group is even trying to plan a second meetup!"
Elizabeth, San Diego Member
"The dinner was lovely. The restaurant staff was amazing and the food even better. It was such a well curated group! You'll have to join us next time!"
Noelani R., San Francisco Member
"The girls and I have hung out on several occasions since our first dinner!"Â
Lilly P., San Diego Member
questions
How are dinner groups curated?
We use a combination of personality, interests, hobbies, dining preferences, and conversation styles to thoughtfully curate each dinner group. Our goal is to bring together people who are likely to enjoy one another's company and create meaningful conversations around the table.
Am I guaranteed an invitation?
No. Every dinner is curated individually, and invitations are based on group fit, availability, and upcoming dinner opportunities. Applying allows us to consider you for future dinners, but an invitation is not guaranteed.
Where are dinners held?
Our dinners take place at restaurants throughout San Diego and San Francisco. We choose places we personally love that are welcoming to groups and great for conversation. Restaurant details are shared once a dinner has been finalized.
Why do I need to pay?
For the past year, I've organized curated dinners free of charge because I genuinely love bringing people together. As the community grew, so did the time and effort required to create a great experience.
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The reservation fee helps cover the work that goes into thoughtfully curating groups, coordinating with restaurants, communicating with guests, and creating custom table materials.
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It also helps reduce last-minute cancellations and ensures seats go to people who are committed to attending.
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Please note that dinner and drinks are purchased separately and paid directly to the restaurant.
meet the founder!
It all started when I realized that my favorite memories from high school, college, and life in general weren't made at parties, on trips, or while shopping, they were made around a dining table. Whether it was with friends, family, or people I had just met, some of the best moments always seemed to happen over food. Having lived in big cities my entire life, I've also seen how difficult it can be to meet new people and build genuine connections. So I started wondering: what better way to bring people together than over dinner?
Hi! My name is Emma, and I created Dinner Club :)
