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Make friends in Oakland

Looking to meet people in Oakland? 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 Oakland

Upcoming dinners and coffee in Oakland. Pick one, create your account, and book it in the app.

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Times are local. Groups are matched by personality, and the app shares the venue before you go.

Social events in Oakland

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.

More about dinners

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Coffee

Saturdays at 11:00 am.

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

Coffee in Oakland

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Oakland by the numbers

357

Bookings in October

61

New faces in October

14

Dinners and coffees in October

Where you'll meet people in Oakland

We pick the places and book the tables. Every venue we use in Oakland 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.

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

Ducks on the water of Lake Merritt in Oakland, with buildings along the far shore.

A few of the spots Oaklanders keep going back to

  • Modern Thai Google rating4.7(539 reviews)

    Pintoh Thai

    Franklin Street, downtown Oakland

    7 Timeleft dinners

  • Dinner Google rating4.5(1,538 reviews)

    Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine

    6 Timeleft dinners

  • Asian restaurant Google rating4.7(147 reviews)

    Saucy

    8th Street, Old Oakland

    5 Timeleft dinners

  • Coffee Google rating4.6(277 reviews)

    Kinfolx

    4 Timeleft coffees

  • American cafe and bar Google rating4.5(414 reviews)

    Z Cafe & Bar

    Broadway, downtown Oakland

    5 Timeleft dinners

Reasons to keep showing up

The downtown Oakland skyline under a golden sunset sky.

  • 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 Oakland

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 Oakland 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.

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Questions about making friends in Oakland

How can I make friends in Oakland?
Timeleft matches you with a small group of people for dinner or coffee in Oakland, 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 Oakland?
Timeleft runs dinners on Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:00 pm and coffee on Saturdays at 11:00 am. 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 Oakland do they happen?
At restaurants and cafés across Oakland. The app shows the exact venue before the event.
How much does Timeleft cost in Oakland?
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 Oakland?
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 Oakland 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. Nearly every restaurant we use in Oakland has vegetarian dishes, and most 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, San Francisco, Chicago, Washington, DC, and Dallas. See every location.

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