Meet new people over dinner.

Small, intentional gatherings for individuals in the Loma Linda area.

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HOW IT WORKS

Small Groups

Five individuals, one host, one table.

Weeknight Dinners

Simple, local restaurants, unrushed conversations.

New Connections

An easy way to meet new people.

How it works

1. Let us your availability – Pick the nights you are available on our meal page, tell us a little about yourself, and we’ll do the rest.

2. Get your dinner crew – We’ll match you with up to five others for a meal a local restaurant. A dinner host will send you the restaurant details and a link to pay.

3. Confirm & Pay – Reserve your spot with $10 to confirm your spot.

4. Enjoy Dinner – Show up on time, stay awhile. Buy and pay for your own dinner and have great conversation.

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A Few Friendly Guidelines

Loma Linda Meet works best when everyone shows up with intention. To help make each dinner meaningful and enjoyable, we ask that participants:

  • Arrive on time – Being punctual helps everyone have a relaxed, uninterrupted experience.

  • Plan to stay at least two hours – Quality conversation takes time.

  • Be open, respectful, and present – This is a space to connect, listen, and share.

  • Avoid using cell phones – Give your full attention to the people at your table.

We understand this experience isn’t for everyone and that’s perfectly okay. We just ask that you come ready to engage and enjoy the evening!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Groups will be thoughtfully mixed based on gender, age, religion, and interests. We’ll do our best to ensure you share common ground with others while keeping everyone within a 15-year age range.

    Each time, we’ll aim to pair you with new people, though we can’t guarantee you haven’t met before.

  • Not really. It’s mainly about meeting new people in your area and building connections. While romance could happen, it’s not the goal. Think good conversation, fresh faces, and no pressure. Come curious, not expecting sparks.

  • We are just starting out and dinners depend on host availability. If you have not heard from us, it means we have not been able to fit you into a dinner yet. Please keep trying because we look forward to welcoming you soon.

  • You will pay once we confirm a spot for you at a dinner. Your host will send you a payment link, and we ask that you complete it right away to secure your seat. If we do not receive your payment within 24 hours, we will assume you cannot attend and offer the spot to someone else.

  • Couples are welcome to join if you want to meet new people. Since this program is designed for individuals, you will be placed at separate dinners, giving you both more opportunities to connect. We hope to offer couples-only events in the future, but for now, our focus is on building individual connections.

  • Your $10 helps organize the dinner and covers the host’s meal. It also secures your seat. If you can’t make it, please let us know at least 24 hours in advance for a second chance to join another dinner. We kindly ask that you do your best not to cancel, as your presence makes the experience better for the other guests.

  • If you need to cancel, please do so at least 24 hours in advance. You will lose your $10 but still have one more chance to join a future dinner. If you do not show up without canceling, you will not be able to attend future events. We kindly ask that you try your best not to cancel because your presence helps make the experience enjoyable for the other guests.

  • Come ready to meet people! Your host will welcome you to dinner, introduce everyone, and keep the conversation flowing. You’ll meet the other guests, pay for your own meal, and enjoy a relaxed evening. Please try to schedule about two hours for the experience. The meal may not take that long, but having the time set aside ensures you can be fully present without feeling rushed. Just bring yourself, an open mind, and a friendly attitude.

  • If you enjoy someone’s company, you are welcome to share your contact information. We do not arrange matches because this is not a dating service. We try to ensure you meet different guests each time, so think of this as your one opportunity to make that connection.

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