A good night out with the right people

Last Updated: August 1, 2026

#dine exists to make dinner on your own the easiest plan in the city. Every Thursday, we secure side-by-side seats at the city’s most popular solo dining spots — everyone comes on their own and sits side by side. To keep every Thursday respectful, safe, and fun, we ask every member to follow these guidelines.

1. The #dine Spirit

We believe in the power of meaningful, in-person conversation.

• Be Present: We encourage members to keep phones away while at the table. The best connections happen when everyone is fully engaged.

• Be Inclusive: You’ll be seated side by side with other #dine guests — treat everyone with curiosity and kindness. We are a community of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

2. The "Commitment" Rule

Because #dine holds real reservations at venues, reserving a seat is a real commitment.

• Punctuality is Priority: Your seat is held for a limited time. Aim to arrive 5 minutes early. Arriving late affects the flow of the meal for everyone else.

• No-Show Policy: You can cancel for free any time up to 4 hours before dinner. On the day of dinner, we ask you to reconfirm your seat — seats that aren’t reconfirmed by 4 hours before may be released so the venue gets an exact count. A seat that is reserved, not cancelled, and not used is recorded as a no-show, and repeated no-shows may affect your access.

• Update Early: If your plans change, use the #dine link to update your status immediately.

3. Real Identity & Trust

• Be You: Use your real name. Trust is the foundation of our community.

• No Hidden Agendas: #dine is for social connection. Do not use #dine dinners to pitch business opportunities, sell products, or recruit for other organizations.

4. Respect & Boundaries

• Safe Space: We have zero tolerance for harassment, discrimination, or aggressive behavior. This applies to both your digital interactions and your conduct at the restaurant.

• Respect the Venue: Remember that you are a guest of the restaurant. Follow their house rules and treat the staff with the same respect you show your fellow diners.

• Bill Splitting: Everyone pays for their own meal. Be mindful and fair when the bill arrives.

5. Privacy & Consent

• Photo Etiquette: Always ask for permission before taking a photo that includes other diners. Some members prefer to keep their dinners private.

• Data Privacy: Never share the personal contact information (phone numbers or names) of people you meet through #dine without their explicit consent.

6. Enforcement

We take these guidelines seriously to protect the quality of the #dine experience.

• Reporting: If a member violates these guidelines during a dinner, please report it to us via hello@hashtagdine.com.

• Consequences: Violations may lead to a warning, temporary suspension, or permanent removal from the #dine community.