The Jet d'Eau rising above the Lake Geneva waterfront in Geneva, with the hills behind.

Meet new people in Geneva

Looking to make friends in Geneva? Timeleft hosts weekly dinners and coffee, where you'll be matched with compatible strangers. No swiping, no planning, just show up and connect.

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Weekly social events in Geneva

Dinners

Wednesdays at 8:00 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 singles dinners on Tuesdays at 8:00 pm.

Next one: Wednesday 14 October, 8:00 pm

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

Coffee

Saturdays at 3:00 pm.

Grab a coffee with a small group at a café we pick. It's relaxed and fits into even the busiest week.

Next one: Saturday 10 October, 3:00 pm

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Two people sharing a laugh over coffee at a Timeleft meetup

Geneva by the numbers

471

Bookings in September

63

New faces in September

10

Dinners and coffees in September

Where we meet in Geneva

We pick the places and book the tables. Every venue we use in Geneva is rated 4.2 or higher on Google, so the food holds up its end of the evening. Vegetarian? Nearly every dinner spot has you covered.

The app shows you exactly where 12 hours before it starts. All you have to do is show up.

A café terrace under an archway in the old town of Geneva, with people at tables.

A few of the spots Genevans keep going back to

  • Coffee and brunch Google rating4.7(219 reviews)

    Baristar

    Place De-Grenus, Saint-Gervais

    7 Timeleft coffees

  • Italian Google rating4.7(570 reviews)

    Visitaly

    Rue de la Corraterie, city center

    5 Timeleft dinners

  • Dinner Google rating4.6(654 reviews)

    Les Trois Verres

    4 Timeleft dinners

Reasons to keep showing up

The lakeside quay and its historic buildings in Geneva at golden hour, with boats moored below.

  • 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 Geneva

Choose your activity

Pick from dinners and coffee. 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 Geneva and put your group together.

Show up and settle in

Twelve hours 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.

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Questions about Timeleft in Geneva

How can I meet new friends in Geneva?
Timeleft matches you with four to six people for dinner or coffee in Geneva, based on your interests, personality and language. You sign up on your own, we choose the venue and the group, and 12 hours before the event, the app tells you where to go. Read our story on Timeleft dinners in Geneva.
When are Timeleft events in Geneva?
There's dinner every Wednesday at 8:00 pm and coffee every Saturday at 3:00 pm. There are also singles dinners on Tuesdays at 8:00 pm. Bookings close 13 hours before each event starts.
Where in Geneva do they happen?
At restaurants and cafés across Geneva. The app shows the exact venue 12 hours before the event.
How much does a Timeleft dinner cost in Geneva?
To book, you need a Timeleft subscription. Food and drinks are paid separately at the venue. Subscription 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 four to six people at once, in person.
Are Timeleft events in Geneva in English?
Yes, if you want them to be. You choose French or English when you book, and we aim to seat you with people who picked the same language.
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. Nearly every restaurant we use in Geneva has vegetarian dishes, and plenty have vegan ones too. For allergies, check with the venue on the day.
Is Timeleft in other cities in Switzerland?
Yes. You'll also find Timeleft in Zürich and Lausanne. See every location.

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