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.
Make friends in Istanbul
Looking to meet people in Istanbul? The Timeleft app matches you with compatible strangers for dinners, coffee, and walks. No swiping, no planning, just show up.
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Coming up in Istanbul
Upcoming dinners, coffee, and walks in Istanbul. Pick one, create your account, and book it in the app.
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Sat 7 Nov Coffee 3:00 pm · Bağdat Caddesi -
Sun 8 Nov Walk 3:00 pm · Nişantaşı and Beşiktaş -
Wed 11 Nov Dinner 8:00 pm · Kadıköy and Moda and 3 more areas -
Sat 14 Nov Coffee 3:00 pm · Bağdat Caddesi -
Sun 15 Nov Walk 3:00 pm · Nişantaşı and Beşiktaş -
Wed 18 Nov Dinner 8:00 pm · Kadıköy and Moda and 3 more areas -
Sat 21 Nov Coffee 3:00 pm · Bağdat Caddesi -
Sun 22 Nov Walk 3:00 pm · Nişantaşı and Beşiktaş -
Wed 25 Nov Dinner 8:00 pm · Kadıköy and Moda and 3 more areas -
Sat 28 Nov Coffee 3:00 pm · Bağdat Caddesi -
Sun 29 Nov Walk 3:00 pm · Nişantaşı and Beşiktaş -
Wed 2 Dec Dinner 8:00 pm · Nişantaşı and Beşiktaş and 3 more areas
Times are local. Groups are matched by personality, and the app shares the venue before you go.
Social events in Istanbul
Book a dinner
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.
Walks
Sundays at 3:00 pm.
Meeting new people really can be a walk in the park. Take a stroll with your group and let the conversation wander.
Istanbul by the numbers
664
Bookings in October
64
New faces in October
25
Events in October
Where you'll meet people in Istanbul
We pick the places and book the tables, from Bağdat Caddesi to Kadıköy and Moda.
Before the event, the app shows you exactly where to go. All you have to do is show up.
- Bağdat Caddesi
- Nişantaşı and Beşiktaş
- Karaköy and Cihangir
- Kadıköy and Moda
Reasons to keep showing up
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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
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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
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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 Istanbul
Choose your activity
Pick from dinners, 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 Istanbul 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 making friends in Istanbul
How can I make friends in Istanbul?
Timeleft matches you with a small group of people for dinner, coffee, or a walk in Istanbul, based on your interests, personality and language. 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 Istanbul?
Timeleft runs dinners on Wednesdays at 8:00 pm, coffee on Saturdays at 3:00 pm, and walks on Sundays at 3:00 pm. Bookings close 13 hours before each event starts, or at midnight the night before if that would fall between midnight and 8:00 am.
Where in Istanbul do they happen?
At restaurants, cafés, and meeting points on Bağdat Caddesi, in Nişantaşı and Beşiktaş, in Karaköy and Cihangir, and in Kadıköy and Moda. The app shows the exact venue before the event.
How much does Timeleft cost in Istanbul?
To book, you need a Timeleft subscription. It covers every event you book while it's active, and food and drinks are paid separately at the venue. 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. If you'd rather come with someone, invite them from your booking and you'll be in the same group. They don't need a membership for that event if it's their first Timeleft booking. The guide to your first dinner walks through booking step by step.
Is it safe to meet strangers in Istanbul?
Every event is at a public venue we've vetted, and there's no one-to-one messaging before you meet the group. 99% of Timeleft events happen without any safety incident. If you report someone, you're never put in the same group as them again. Our safety guidelines cover the rest.
Is Timeleft in Istanbul for people in their 20s, 30s, or 40s?
Yes. Timeleft is for adults of every age. When we put a group together, we look at age along with your personality quiz and booking preferences. Who you meet still depends on who books the same event.
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.
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. For allergies, check with the venue on the day.
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