How to Find a Foodie Meetup

"There is a place I want to try, but who do I go with?" On TastyLog you can search for foodie meetups in your area and join instantly to find people to eat with. From one-time Foodie Meetups to regular Foodie Crews, here is how to find a foodie meetup.

Foodie Meetup vs Foodie Crew — Which to look for?

Foodie Meetup

Spontaneous

A one-time gathering to find someone to dine with soon — today or this week. Great when you want to casually join once and enjoy a meal with new people.

Foodie Crew

Regular group

A regular club that meets continuously with people who share your taste. Great when you want schedules, boards, and albums with familiar members over time.

How to find a meetup in 4 steps

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1. Pick your area

Choose your region on the meetup hub to see gatherings near you. You can also browse them by location on the map.

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2. Choose a type

Pick a one-time Foodie Meetup to go right now, or a regular Foodie Crew to stay active over time.

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3. Apply and join

Apply to a gathering you like and wait for the host to accept. Once accepted, plan the details in group chat.

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4. Or host your own

No gathering you like? Post your own "looking for members" listing — set the place, time, and size, and members will join.

What can you do in a Foodie Meetup?

After you find a gathering, these features help you meet members safely and easily.

Real-time group chat

How about 7pm at Gangnam today?
Sounds good! See you at exit 2 🙌
Count me in~

Members coordinate the time and place by chat, and keep talking on the day of the meetup.

Location sharing

Meeting spot · member location sharing

Share the meeting spot and members’ locations on the map so first-timers never get lost.

Apply & approve

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Pending Approve
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Pending Approve

The host reviews and approves join requests, checking member info before accepting.

Report & block

Report · Block

Inappropriate users can be reported and blocked, so even a first meetup feels safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is joining a foodie meetup free?

Yes. Finding and joining Foodie Meetups and Foodie Crews on TastyLog is free.

Q. Can I join alone?

Yes. Most people join solo. You can casually meet new people who share your taste in food.

Q. How is a Meetup different from a Crew?

A Foodie Meetup is a one-time get-together happening soon, while a Foodie Crew is a regular club that stays active over time.

Q. How do I stay safe?

You can use report/block features and review host and member info. We recommend public, busy places for first meetups.

Safety tips for meetups

  • 1For a first meeting, choose a public, busy place during daytime.
  • 2Do not casually share sensitive personal info such as your home address, bank account, or phone number.
  • 3Agree on how costs are split (e.g. going Dutch) before the meetup.
  • 4If alcohol is involved, know your limits and get home safely.
  • 5If anything feels uncomfortable or unsafe, report/block immediately and leave the meetup.

Even easier on the app

TastyLog foodie meetups are also available on Android and iOS apps. Never miss a meetup with notifications.

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