Social Happy Hour or Health? Who says you have to choose one or the other -- you can have it all! Calling all health enthusiasts who are looking to throw back a few with like minded individuals. I started this group because I wanted to put together happy hours with fun people and healthy food. Join us!

Like eating and drinking?  Like making new friends and having great conversations?  Then join us as we eat our way through Manhattan, from cheap eats to five star restaurants, dive bars to upscale lounges and wine bars, meals for serious foodies and gatherings over comfort food for all - making culinary stops anywhere and everywhere between.  We're looking for fun, friendly people who love to have a great time over a great meal.  IF that's you - then please join our adventures in dining out in h …

It’s our belief that food has a unqiue ability to bring people together and this Meetup is designed to help people come together and find the best culinary experiences that New York City and the surrounding boroughs have to offer. Here you’ll find the most exclusive and underground supper clubs, prixe-fixe restaurant experiences, and pop-up dining events in New York. We’re the team behind Melba.co (an online marketplace for unique dining experiences) are are very excited to being sharing these …

Let's get together monthly at one of New York City's fabulous restaurants to socialize, eat, drink, and discuss current literary fiction. (And maybe a classic every now and then.) No pressure, though, as the book will always be optional. That is to say that if you haven't quite gotten around to finishing (or even starting) the book you are still welcome to come! We will try to sample all types of cuisine, visiting restaurants from trendy celeb favorites to less-known, out-of-the-way spots that p …

"80 percent of success is just showing up" - Woody Allen New restaurants open daily. New people move here daily. Navigating a city of this size –connecting with those who share your tastes, within it– can be challenging. Whether you’re looking for romantic connections, or just to expand your social circles, or simply to share in the love of food and this great city... We’re here to help you TAKE A BITE. The benefit: Plans are made for you, all you do is show up Introductions to more than one pe …

Friendship, laughter, memories while enjoying the city is the theme for this group. Are you new in town or looking to expand your circle of BFFs? There are so many things to do in the city – wine bars, latest restaurants, cocktail lounges, classes, movie nights, spa days and much more. Let’s find fun things to do, great places to check out, and a bunch of like-minded friends to share the fun and laughter!

I created this small group for women, between the ages of 25-30, who are in search of fabulous and fun friendships. Women who are light-hearted, educated, fun-loving, professional, "get up and go", beautiful individuals. If you are through with the constant club hopping and would rather have a glass of wine at a lounge after work (or a margarita), watch a comedy show, take a leisurely stroll through the city, catch a summer outdoor concert, watch an intimate live jazz session, dine out and make …

NYC Divas Book/Social Club is open to ladies 30+ in the NYC and North NJ area. If you're a fun loving lady who wants to connect with like-minded ladies, this is the group for you! NYC Divas Book/Social Club is for ladies who would like to expand their social circle, build friendships and enjoy fun activities in the process. Together we will enjoy a variety of activities (dining out, brunch, movies, book club discussions, wine tasting, shopping or day trips, game nights). The group is open to all …

New York City is home to some fabulous cocktail bars. Let's have some great conversation over some delicious cocktails at some of the most trendy bars in the city. 6 people + 6 cocktails = great conversation and new friendships

My co-worker and I realized that though we spend hours at work, we know very few people at different companies in our neighborhood. What a great way to have a drink after hours and network with various people also in the neighborhood and have a chance to meet those working from home, too! We're a group of working professionals who enjoy meeting new people and having a beverage after work in the company of others.  This summer, we'll explore bars in Greenpoint/ Williamsburg weekly.  Come out and …

We're Cameron and Leslie, and we think eating out is better with a crew.  A crew means there's more food to share, more characters to share it with, more stories to tell....basically, a delicious dinner with a good crew = a party! Cameron and Leslie are friends from San Diego; now we're converted New Yorkers. Cam knows more about food than anyone we know (at least he'd love to go toe-to-toe with Bourdain), and Leslie's forte is making friends with strangers (in the California way, not creepy)... …

This group will be dedicated to fulfilling the needs and wants of those that enjoy the art and culinary worlds. We will spend the bulk of our time in galleries or other venues where art is displayed. We will seek to create an environment where art is fully appreciated by making each event interactive and tasty. We will partner with beverage companies and caterers to provide tasty drinks and bites. Part of The Friendly NYC network!

365+ Cool Things To Do With Fun People in New York offer events and activities in and around New York almost every night with several events each weekend! It is a great way to get out and experience the city with other fun people. If you are new to the city, lived here all your life, looking to make new friends, network, connect, enjoy cool events, want to fall in love or just have an open night and want to try something different, this is the group for you! Our members are in their 20's -40's, …

This is a networking group for anyone that works in or with the On Premise world; restaurants, bars, clubs, lounges, etc. We invite waitstaff, bartenders, bouncers, hosts, owners, management, DJ's, chefs, event planners, promoters, and consultants... or those that want to break into the industry. As your organizer I will host events, share resources, and assist members as best I can. You can count on this as a great opportunity to interact with people like you. Damien

Introducing Stories & Spirits: a book club for booze lovers. We are two book lovers who enjoy the diversity and vibrance of New York's bar scene. So we're starting a book club that takes full advantage of it! We will discuss books in bars that reflect their themes, historical contexts, and cultural heritages. Think Drown at La Marina in Washington Heights. Or The Tiger's Wife at KGB Bar in the East Village. The Museum of Innocence at ilili in the Flatiron District. Or even Blood Meridian at Honk …

An ambitious & exclusive & social club for 25's-45's with souls of adventurers, and a fiery love of the arts. Together we explore the endless treasure troves of NYC and beyond...sky's the limit, so long as it's RAD.

Hello Ladies! Do you absolutely love going to fabulous events? Do you enjoy meeting new people, and making new friends? Do you love making a difference? If this sounds like you, then you have come to the right place! This group is for young professional women, in their 20-30's, who are confident, fun, and love being a woman (and all its perks! ;) ). You can be single or coupled, new to NY or born and raised here, but ultimately a chic chick that loves to have a good time! What I want this group …

The purpose of this group is to meet new people while enjoying all that life has to offer. We will be scheduling happy hours, movie nights, dining out, social networking, making friends, meeting singles, night life adventures, dancing, wine tastings/outings, dating & relationships, sports & recreation, personal growth, women's social, trips (local and abroad), socials, going out and having fun! fun! fun!

We are Girls...GLAMOUR GIRLS! We love getting all glammed up as much as we love going out on the town. And when we do go out on the town we are a FORCE to be reckoned with! Watch out New York City----Here We Come! Some events we have to look forward to are... • Cocktail Parties at the hottest venues • Rooftop Parties with no cover • Fashion Shows • Dinner Parties • Girls Night Out!!

Are you fed up with the bar/club scene? If so, we are a group of professional lesbian women 45+ who meet monthly to socialize, network and make new friends. The atmosphere is welcoming and the venue is always a restaurant in Manhattan. The hour for cocktails gives people an opportunity to get to know one another before sitting down for dinner. Cocktails and menu pricing is set by the restaurant. Separate checks are not always possible. We look forward to meeting you!

New York City is home to a neverending list of lovely restaurants and dining locales. It is also home to an amazingly diverse group of smart and interesting people. The purpose of this group is to bring these two things together. The agenda? It is simple - 1. I'll pick the restaurant (requirements: in Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Queens with delicious food and an enticing cocktail menu). 2. I'll make a reservation for 6. 3. 5 people sign-up (requirements: ages 21-35 and loves to eat, drink, and talk! …

Are you looking for a new way to meet friends, meet someone special, or network? Would you like to experience new things, try new foods, explore different cultures, get out of the city for a day, or take a quick trip overseas? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Some international destinations that we have in mind are Puerto Rico, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Aruba, Costa Rica, Barbados, Montreal, and much more! Some trips will coincide with local festivals, for example, our Montreal trip will …

This group schedules gatherings for those interested in having more cosmopolitan outings in Brownstone Brooklyn. The group pairs vanguard art, music, theater, dance and fashion with drinks and fine dining in Brooklyn. Why? Answer: Balance. I love Park Slope—cute Sunday brunches, strolls through the city’s best park, comedy nights, etc.; there are few other places in which I would dream to live. However, Park Slope is also very relaxed and I don't want to venture into Manhattan or fly to Europe e …

This is for people in their 30's who want to eat at New York's finest, fine-dining establishments. The group will never be more than 6 people, so we can enjoy a nice dinner with new and interesting people.  I'll pick the restaurant and make the reservation, you show up, bring cash to cover your bill, and enjoy!

If most of your thirtysomething friends are married with kids and left the city for the suburbs, you may be lacking in much needed friend-talk over wine and snacks or just a low-key night out. This is a casual meet up for any NYC thirtysomethings (single, married, kids, no kids, new in town, ...whatever) looking to get out, have a few glasses of wine (or other cocktail of your choosing), have some laughs and meet some new friends. A survey found out that warm social connections are crucial to ha …

We are a networking group interested in meeting business professionals. We like to go out to high end venues in NYC and enjoy cocktails and meeting new people. We are a fun and enthusiastic group looking to go out during the weekends and have a great time!

The purpose of this group is to bring together young professionals in a relaxed, intimate social setting so we can get to know each other better and develop friendships over casual meals and activities. We're two friends who met via Meetup and we've realized how much fun it is to meet new people and explore all that NYC has to offer. Some of our interests include independent films, arts, music, international travel, good food and drinks. Our meetups will be geared towards (but not limited to) th …

New York City + African Dance Rhythms = African Soul Jam, the FUN side of Africa! Are you a DANCE or MUSIC ENTHUSIASTS? Do you like African pop music or are curious to know more about it? Then come to our African Soul Jam Meetup events, where you can socialize and dance with other music enthusiasts who are friendly and international in styles. Unfamiliar with modern African rhythms? Imagine beats that get your head nodding, your hips swaying, and your feet tapping, even if you don’t understand w …