The Parliament Hill buildings above the wooded riverbank in Ottawa on a spring day.

Make friends in Ottawa

Looking to meet people in Ottawa? 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 Ottawa

Upcoming dinners and coffee in Ottawa. 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 Ottawa

Dinners

Friday 30 October at 7:00 pm and Wednesday 4 November 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.

There's also a women-only dinner on Friday 6 November at 7:00 pm and a singles dinner on Friday 13 November at 7:00 pm.

More about dinners

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A group of people laughing together over dinner at a Timeleft table

Coffee

Saturdays at 1:00 pm.

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

Coffee in Ottawa

Book coffee
Four people talking around a café table

Ottawa by the numbers

603

Bookings in September

75

New faces in September

15

Dinners and coffees in September

Where you'll meet people in Ottawa

We pick the places and book the tables. 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.

The Rideau Canal and its tree-lined footpath in Ottawa, with the Château Laurier in the distance.

A few of the spots Ottawans keep going back to

  • Gastropub Google rating4.5(1,331 reviews)

    Prohibition Public House

    Somerset Street West, Centretown

    16 Timeleft dinners

  • Wood-fired pizza and pasta Google rating4.7(196 reviews)

    Ember

    Clarence Street, ByWard Market

    13 Timeleft dinners

  • Gelato and café Google rating4.6(2,096 reviews)

    Stella Luna Gelato

    Bank Street, Old Ottawa South

    8 Timeleft coffees

  • Greek meze Google rating4.6(1,356 reviews)

    Aroma Meze

    Nepean Street, Centretown

    9 Timeleft dinners

  • Contemporary Canadian Google rating4.6(1,592 reviews)

    Gezellig

    Richmond Road, Westboro

    7 Timeleft dinners

  • French fusion Google rating4.7(709 reviews)

    Ratatouille Bistro

    Dalhousie Street, ByWard Market

    5 Timeleft dinners

Reasons to keep showing up

The Château Laurier above the frozen Rideau Canal in Ottawa at dusk, with lights along the skating path.

  • 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 Ottawa

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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa

How can I make friends in Ottawa?
Timeleft matches you with a small group of people for dinner or coffee in Ottawa, 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 Ottawa?
Timeleft runs dinners on Friday 30 October at 7:00 pm and Wednesday 4 November at 7:00 pm and coffee on Saturdays at 1:00 pm. There's also a women-only dinner on Friday 6 November at 7:00 pm and a singles dinner on Friday 13 November at 7:00 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 Ottawa do they happen?
At restaurants and cafés across Ottawa. The app shows the exact venue before the event.
How much does a Timeleft dinner cost in Ottawa?
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 Ottawa 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.
Are there singles events in Ottawa?
Yes. Timeleft runs singles dinners on Fridays at 7:00 pm in Ottawa, with a small group matched to you at a venue we pick. More about singles events.
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. Every restaurant we use in Ottawa has vegetarian dishes, and plenty have vegan ones too. For allergies, check with the venue on the day.
Is Timeleft in other cities in Canada?
Yes. You'll also find Timeleft in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Québec City. See every location.

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