What to Expect at Your First Dinner with Friends
Curious about how Dinners With Friends works? It's simple - share good food and great company with like-minded people who are all interested in expanding their social circles and forming new friendships.
Next Event: Dinners With Friends in Exeter
The Dinners with Friends Promise
We believe that sharing a meal is one of life's greatest pleasures. Our promise is simple: to provide you with exceptional food, meaningful conversations, and a safe, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. All you need to do is bring your appetite for both food and friendship.
Good Food & Great Venues
We partner with carefully selected restaurants known for their exceptional cuisine and welcoming atmosphere. Every venue is personally vetted to ensure the perfect setting for memorable dining experiences.
Meaningful Conversations
Our events foster genuine connections through engaging conversations. We create an environment where everyone feels comfortable to share stories, ideas, and laughter over delicious food.
Safe & Inclusive Environment
Everyone is welcome, regardless of age or background. We maintain a respectful, pressure-free atmosphere where you can be yourself and connect with others naturally.
How does it work?
When people gather around a table for a meal, the ordinary act of dining can lead to extraordinary connections. In the warmth of a shared meal, differences fade, and common ground emerges. Stories unfold, laughter erupts, and connections form in ways that feel both surprising and natural.
Choose Your Date and Location
Select from our local events in Exeter (and soon, beyond).
- •Book a seat at the table - we sell out quickly, so book early to secure your spot.
- •Bring yourself, or a friend, too, and secure your seat with a ticket
- •Learn more about your group and mystery venue 48 hours before
Secure Your Seat
Once you've chosen an event, we'll match you with 5-10 other diners who are also excited to make new friends.
- •We curate each group to ensure a balanced mix of personalities, ages, and professions
- •Every dinner a unique and engaging experience with others wanting to meet new people
Show Up and Connect
Engage in meaningful conversations and enjoy the evening in a friendly environment.
- •Arrive at the restaurant for a 6:45 PM meet-and-greet before our 7:00 PM start
- •Bring yourself, or a friend, and be ready to meet new people
- •Our dedicated host will personally welcome you and ensure everyone feels comfortable and included
- •PRO TIP: Don't overthink it! Everyone is in the same boat as you - you'll soon forget about any nerves or shyness
Enjoy the Evening
What should you expect on the night?
- •Relax and enjoy two hours of engaging conversation and delicious food
- •Each venue is handpicked for its atmosphere, ensuring a comfortable space to meet new people
- •Expect laughter, new experiences, and fresh friendships
Join in Again and Bring New Friends
We make it easy for you to join in again and invite new members to the Dinners With Friends experience.
- •Bring a friend, or come back solo and meet a new group of interesting people
- •Each event helps you expand your social circle and welcome new members into the community
- •We take feedback after each meal to make sure everyone is heard and respected
A Community of Friendship
Dinners With Friends isn't just about one night. Create lasting friendships and memorable moments. Be part of a vibrant social network.
Making memories over food
Making memories over food, one dinner at a time.
To new friends and unforgettable experiences.
Making memories over food
One dinner at a time.
"When people unknown to one another, gather around a table for a meal, the ordinary act of dining can lead to extraordinary connections. The shared experience of eating breaks down barriers, opening the door to conversations that might never occur in other settings. In the warmth of a shared meal, differences fade, and common ground emerges."
Important Details
What to Expect
- Intimate group dining experience (maximum 12 guests)
- Carefully selected local restaurant venue
- Warm, welcoming atmosphere
- Relaxed, pressure-free environment
- 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM (approximate duration)
Important Notes
- All Ages Welcome
- Venue: Quality-checked location revealed 48 hours before
- Dress Code: Smart casual
- Food & Drinks: Not included in ticket price - order and pay individually
- Service Charge: Optional but recommended (10-12% of your bill)
What Makes This Different?
This is dining and connecting with others over great food, not a dating event. We're creating a friendly, relaxed evening designed for people who appreciate good food and interesting conversation and who want to expand their social circles.
Whether you're new to the area, looking to meet like-minded people, or simply enjoy fresh conversation over dinner, this event is for you, whether you're a solo guest, with a mate, or as a couple.
"The best memories are made gathered around the table"
Don't overthink it, just book a ticket and we'll see you there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our unique dining experience, where strangers become friends over a shared meal.