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Meet new people in Chicago

Looking to make friends in Chicago? The Timeleft app matches you with compatible strangers for dinners, drinks, coffee, and walks. No swiping, no planning, just show up.

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Social events in Chicago

Dinners

Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:00 pm.

The one that started it all. A dinner with strangers at a restaurant we pick, with four to six people matched to you. Expect good food and conversation that runs longer than you planned.

There are also women-only dinners on Mondays and singles dinners on Tuesdays, both at 7:00 pm.

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A group of people laughing together over dinner at a Timeleft table

Drinks

Thursdays at 7:00 pm.

Skip dinner and head straight to the bar, where a few new faces are waiting. Low-key and easy on the wallet, it's a good way to wind down after work.

Open to members 21 and over.

More about drinks nights

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People at a Timeleft drinks evening

Walks

Saturdays at 10:00 am.

Meeting new people really can be a walk in the park. Take a stroll with your group and let the conversation wander.

More about walks

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Chicago by the numbers

1,544

Bookings in September

157

New faces in September

29

Events in September

Where you'll meet people in Chicago

We pick the places and book the tables.

Before the event, the app shows you exactly where to go. All you have to do is show up.

Marina City’s twin towers above the Chicago River

A few of the spots Chicagoans keep going back to

  • Restaurant and coffeehouse Google rating4.5(5,243 reviews)

    Beatrix River North

    North Clark Street

    33 Timeleft dinners

  • American Google rating4.5(2,039 reviews)

    The Smith

    Clark and Kinzie, River North

    25 Timeleft dinners

  • Global comfort food Google rating4.9(138 reviews)

    Ila’s

    Hubbard Street, River North

    25 Timeleft dinners

  • Modern American Google rating4.7(487 reviews)

    The Evie

    Magnificent Mile

    20 Timeleft dinners

  • Restaurant and coffeehouse Google rating4.7(5,987 reviews)

    Beatrix Streeterville

    St. Clair Street

    15 Timeleft dinners

  • Ramen Google rating4.6(7,836 reviews)

    Ramen-San

    Hubbard Street, River North

    14 Timeleft dinners

Reasons to keep showing up

Chicago at sunset, seen from Willis Tower
  • I was at a birthday dinner and asked a girl how she met my friend. She said at a Timeleft dinner! I had never heard of the app, but I decided to give it a go. I have been to two dinners so far and plan to go to more…

    Anna B.

    Trustpilot review

  • I am so happy to have found Timeleft. It has got me out of the house and meeting new people every week. I have made some wonderful connections with some new friends.

    Rob W.

    App Store review

  • I'm glad I found it, and glad for the friends and acquaintances I have made. Now I have people to go and hike with, play poker, go to New Year's parties, and game with, thanks to Timeleft.

    Taylor W.

    Google Play review

How Timeleft works in Chicago

Choose your activity

Pick from dinners, drinks, coffee, and walks. Each has its own vibe, so go with whatever fits your mood and your week.

Pick a day

Choose a day that suits you. We'll book the venue in Chicago and put your group together.

Show up and settle in

Before the event, the app shows you the venue and a bit about who's coming. Everyone there chose to come, just like you, which takes the edge off. Come once, then come back whenever you like.

Questions about Timeleft in Chicago

How can I meet new friends in Chicago?
Timeleft matches you with a small group of people for dinner, drinks, coffee, or a walk in Chicago, based on a short personality test. You sign up on your own, we choose the venue and the group, and before the event, the app tells you where to go.
When are Timeleft events in Chicago?
Timeleft runs dinners on Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:00 pm, drinks on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, coffee on Saturdays at 1:00 pm, and walks on Saturdays at 10:00 am. There are also women-only dinners on Mondays at 7:00 pm and singles dinners on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm. Bookings close 13 hours before each event starts.
Where in Chicago do they happen?
At restaurants, bars, cafés, and meeting points across Chicago. The app shows the exact venue before the event.
How much does a Timeleft dinner cost in Chicago?
Booking takes a Timeleft membership, and you pay for your own food and drinks at the venue. Membership prices depend on the plan you pick, and the app shows them before you pay.
Can I go on my own?
Yes. You book on your own and we put the group together, so you don't need to bring anyone. Every event is at a public venue we've vetted, and our safety guidelines cover the rest. The guide to your first dinner walks through it step by step.
Is Timeleft a dating app?
No. There are no profiles to swipe through, and nobody gets paired off. You meet a small group of people at once, in person.
Are there singles events in Chicago?
Yes. Timeleft runs singles dinners on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm in Chicago, with a small group matched to you at a venue we pick. More about singles events.
How is Timeleft different from Meetup?
Meetup lists groups and events run by their own organizers, and you choose which to join. With Timeleft, you pick a format and a day, and we match you with a small group and choose the venue. Our Timeleft vs Meetup comparison goes into more detail.
What if I'm vegetarian or vegan, or have an allergy?
Pick a dietary preference in the app when you book, and we'll do our best to seat you at a venue that caters to it. Most restaurants we use in Chicago have vegetarian dishes, and some have vegan ones too. For allergies, check with the venue on the day.
Is Timeleft in other cities in the US?
Yes. You'll also find Timeleft in NYC, Los Angeles, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, DC, and Houston. See every location.

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