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Make friends in Portland

Looking to meet people in Portland? The Timeleft app matches you with compatible strangers for dinners, drinks, coffee, and walks. No swiping, no planning, just show up.

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Coming up in Portland

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

Find your group

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

Social events in Portland

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.

There's also a women-only dinner on Monday, November 9 at 7:00 pm and singles dinners on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm.

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Singles in Portland

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

Drinks

Thursdays at 7:00 pm.

Skip dinner and head straight to the bar, where a few new faces are waiting. Low-key and easy on the wallet, it's a good way to wind down after work.

Open to members 21 and over.

Drinks in Portland

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People at a Timeleft drinks evening

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 Portland

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Four people talking around a café table

Walks

Saturdays at 3:00 pm.

Meeting new people really can be a walk in the park. Take a stroll with your group and let the conversation wander.

Walks in Portland

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Portland by the numbers

735

Bookings in October

52

New faces in October

34

Events in October

Where you'll meet people in Portland

We pick the places and book the tables, from Eastside to Westside. Every venue we use in Portland is rated 4.0 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.

  • Eastside
  • Westside
Cherry trees in blossom along the riverside path in Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Portland, with the Steel Bridge behind.

A few of the spots Portlanders keep going back to

  • Dessert bakery and restaurant Google rating4.5(2,161 reviews)

    Papa Haydn

    NW 23rd Avenue

    9 Timeleft coffees

  • Greek Google rating4.7(276 reviews)

    Tréla Greek Kitchen

    NE Glisan Street, Northeast Portland

    10 Timeleft dinners

  • Dinner Google rating4.6(1,240 reviews)

    Screen Door

    9 Timeleft dinners

  • Roman-style Italian Google rating4.5(1,029 reviews)

    Cibo

    SE Division Street

    8 Timeleft dinners

  • Seasonal American Google rating4.5(1,013 reviews)

    Noble Rot

    East Burnside Street

    8 Timeleft dinners

  • Mexican Google rating4.6(244 reviews)

    La Patroncita

    SE Belmont Street

    5 Timeleft dinners

Reasons to keep showing up

The downtown Portland skyline across the Willamette River, with a bridge and moored boats.

  • …overall great experiences and Ive been on 10+ dinner/events. I've made some friends and it's a nice way to force to get out and be social and possibly make new friends…

    Portland member · Google Play review, March 2026

  • 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 Portland

Choose your activity

Pick from dinners, drinks, coffee, and walks. 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 Portland 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 Portland

How can I make friends in Portland?
Timeleft matches you with a small group of people for dinner, drinks, coffee, or a walk in Portland, 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 Portland?
Timeleft runs dinners on Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:00 pm, drinks on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, coffee on Saturdays at 1:00 pm, and walks on Saturdays at 3:00 pm. There's also a women-only dinner on Monday, November 9 at 7:00 pm and singles dinners on Tuesdays 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 Portland do they happen?
At restaurants, bars, cafés, and meeting points in Eastside and Westside. The app shows the exact venue before the event.
How much does a Timeleft dinner cost in Portland?
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 Portland 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 Portland?
Yes. Timeleft runs singles dinners on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm in Portland, 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. Nearly every restaurant we use in Portland has vegetarian dishes, and some 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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