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 Lille
Looking to meet people in Lille? The Timeleft app matches you with compatible strangers for dinners and coffee. No swiping, no planning, just show up.
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Coming up in Lille
Upcoming dinners and coffee in Lille. Pick one, create your account, and book it in the app.
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Sat 31 Oct Coffee 3:00 pm -
Wed 4 Nov Dinner 8:00 pm -
Sat 7 Nov Coffee 3:00 pm -
Wed 11 Nov Dinner 8:00 pm -
Sat 14 Nov Coffee 3:00 pm
Times are local. Groups are matched by personality, and the app shares the venue before you go.
Social events in Lille
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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.
Lille by the numbers
239
Bookings in September
27
New faces in September
8
Dinners and coffees in September
Where you'll meet people in Lille
We pick the places and book the tables. Every venue we use in Lille is rated 4.2 or higher on Google, so the food holds up its end of the evening. Vegetarian? Every dinner spot has you covered.
Before the event, the app shows you exactly where to go. All you have to do is show up.
A few of the spots Lille members keep going back to
- Coffee and lunchGoogle rating5.0(461 reviews)
Café Joyeux
Rue Pierre-Mauroy, near the Grand'Place
12 Timeleft coffees
- Regional bistroGoogle rating4.6(2,368 reviews)
La Petite Cour
Rue du Curé-Saint-Étienne, Vieux-Lille
5 Timeleft dinners
- Modern French bistroGoogle rating4.6(606 reviews)
Bleu Canard
Rue Pierre-Mauroy
5 Timeleft dinners
- Home-style FrenchGoogle rating4.5(5,608 reviews)
Les Fils à Maman
Rue de Gand, Vieux-Lille
5 Timeleft dinners
- CrêperieGoogle rating4.7(933 reviews)
La Saint-Georges
Rue Bartholomé-Masurel
4 Timeleft dinners
Reasons to keep showing up
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I had my first Timeleft experience 2 days ago, it was very cool and I recommend anyone to give it a try.…
Lille member · Google Play review, April 2025
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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
How Timeleft works in Lille
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 Lille 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 Lille
How can I make friends in Lille?
Timeleft matches you with a small group of people for dinner or coffee in Lille, 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. Read our story on Timeleft dinners in Lille.
When are Timeleft events in Lille?
Timeleft runs dinners on Wednesdays at 8:00 pm and coffee on Saturdays 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 Lille do they happen?
At restaurants and cafés across Lille. The app shows the exact venue before the event.
How much does a Timeleft dinner cost in Lille?
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. There’s no fee for missing an event, but please cancel if you can’t make it so someone else can take your seat.
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 in Lille 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.
Are Timeleft events in Lille 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. Every restaurant we use in Lille has vegetarian dishes, and plenty have vegan ones too. For allergies, check with the venue on the day.
Is Timeleft in other cities in France?
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