TakeMeOutToDinner is revolutionizing how professionals connect in New York City. We're always happy to share our story with journalists and content creators.
500+
Vetted Members
Growing 30% monthly
1,200+
Dinners Hosted
Since January 2024
94%
Success Rate
Members meet in person
4.9
Average Rating
Post-dinner feedback
“In an era of endless swiping and ghosting, TakeMeOutToDinner takes a refreshingly analog approach to digital dating. By requiring every match to commit to an actual dinner reservation, they've solved the biggest problem in online dating: getting people to actually meet.”
“Unlike other exclusive platforms that simply gatekeep with high fees, TakeMeOutToDinner focuses on genuine quality. The result? A 94% meet-up rate that puts other apps to shame.”
“By partnering members with NYC's incredible dining landscape, TakeMeOutToDinner has created something uniquely New York. It's not just about dating—it's about experiencing the city's culinary culture with someone new.”
Traditional dating apps have a 2% match-to-meet rate. People spend hours swiping and chatting, but rarely meet in person. We've flipped the model: every connection on our platform starts with a confirmed dinner reservation. No endless texting, no pen pals, just real dates at great restaurants.
Our invite-only model isn't about elitism—it's about trust and quality. Every member is personally vetted, creating a community where people feel safe meeting strangers for dinner. This curation is why 94% of our matches result in actual meetings.
NYC has 3.8 million singles and 25,000+ restaurants, yet meaningful connections are harder than ever. We're building the bridge between digital efficiency and real-world connection, starting in the world's most dynamic city.
While romantic connections are common, 30% of our dinners are between people seeking friendship or interesting conversation. We're not just a dating platform—we're rebuilding how strangers become connections in urban environments.
“We're not trying to replace dating apps—we're creating something entirely different. TakeMeOutToDinner is about bringing back the lost art of meeting someone new over a great meal. In a city like New York, where everyone has a story and every restaurant has character, we're just connecting the dots.”
Founder & CEO
TakeMeOutToDinner