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Meet new people in Oakland

Looking to make friends in Oakland? 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 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.

Next one: Friday, October 9, 7:00 pm

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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.

Next one: Saturday, October 10, 11:00 am

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Oakland by the numbers

360

Bookings in September

38

New faces in September

13

Dinners and coffees in September

Where we meet 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.

The app shows you exactly where 12 hours before it starts. 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

    6 Timeleft dinners

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

    Z Cafe & Bar

    Broadway, downtown Oakland

    5 Timeleft dinners

  • Asian restaurant Google rating4.7(147 reviews)

    Saucy

    8th Street, Old Oakland

    4 Timeleft dinners

  • Japanese restaurant and jazz club Google rating4.6(3,146 reviews)

    Yoshi's

    Jack London Square

    4 Timeleft dinners

  • Yemeni coffee Google rating4.6(442 reviews)

    Delah Coffee

    West Grand Avenue

    4 Timeleft coffees

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

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 Oakland

How can I meet new friends in Oakland?
Timeleft matches you with four to six 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 12 hours before the event, the app tells you where to go.
When are Timeleft events in Oakland?
There's dinner every Wednesday and Friday at 7:00 pm and coffee every Saturday at 11:00 am. Bookings close 13 hours before each event starts.
Where in Oakland do they happen?
At restaurants and cafés across Oakland. The app shows the exact venue 12 hours before the event.
How much does a Timeleft dinner cost in Oakland?
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.
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, Dallas, San Francisco, Chicago, and Washington, DC. See every location.

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