The belfry of the Chambre de Commerce above the Grand'Place in Lille, between ornate brick and stone facades under a blue sky.

Meet new people in Lille

Looking to make friends in Lille? 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 Lille

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.

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

Lille by the numbers

239

Bookings in September

27

New faces in September

8

Dinners and coffees in September

Where we meet 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.

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

A cobbled street in the old town of Lille with a cafe terrace, a tabac and people on bicycles.

A few of the spots Lille members keep going back to

  • Coffee and lunch Google rating5.0(461 reviews)

    Café Joyeux

    Rue Pierre-Mauroy, near the Grand'Place

    11 Timeleft coffees

  • Regional bistro Google rating4.6(2,368 reviews)

    La Petite Cour

    Rue du Curé-Saint-Étienne, Vieux-Lille

    4 Timeleft dinners

  • Home-style French Google rating4.5(5,608 reviews)

    Les Fils à Maman

    Rue de Gand, Vieux-Lille

    5 Timeleft dinners

  • Crêperie Google rating4.7(933 reviews)

    La Saint-Georges

    Rue Bartholomé-Masurel

    4 Timeleft dinners

  • Modern French bistro Google rating4.6(606 reviews)

    Bleu Canard

    Rue Pierre-Mauroy

    4 Timeleft dinners

Reasons to keep showing up

The Grand'Place in Lille with its colorful facades, cafe terraces and the Chambre de Commerce belfry.

  • 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

  • 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

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

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 Lille

How can I meet new friends in Lille?
Timeleft matches you with four to six 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 12 hours before the event, the app tells you where to go. Read our story on Timeleft dinners in Lille.
When are Timeleft events in Lille?
There's dinner every Wednesday at 8:00 pm and coffee every Saturday at 3:00 pm. Bookings close 13 hours before each event starts.
Where in Lille do they happen?
At restaurants and cafés across Lille. The app shows the exact venue 12 hours 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.
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 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 some have vegan ones too. For allergies, check with the venue on the day.
Is Timeleft in other cities in France?
Yes. You'll also find Timeleft in Paris, Lyon, Nice, Marseille, Bordeaux, and Toulouse. See every location.

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