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About It's Just Lunch

It's Just Lunch is a personalized matchmaking service that caters to busy professionals looking for meaningful relationships in more than 110 U.S. cities as well as cities in Canada, the UK, Ireland and Australia. Matchmakers get to know members and use their dating preferences and relationship history to select matches. It's Just Lunch makes all the arrangements for comfortable and safe face-to-face dates, including the time and place. All members have to do is show up ready to meet their match. Potential pairs meet over lunch or after work for drinks.

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Pros
  • Guaranteed face-to-face dates
  • Free onboarding interview
  • Customized membership plans
  • Fully confidential
Cons
  • Lengthy process
  • Can be pricey

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Cambridge, MA
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I adore Lisa and IJL! Everyone I've met have the same goals and similar values- all that he and I need to figure out is chemistry and what to eat!! Even when there isn't chemistry...

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Wentzville, MO
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It's Just Lunch recently arranged a date/match for me with a gentleman whom I truly enjoyed being with. It appeared to me that IJL had carefully considered our respective personal...

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What is It’s Just Lunch?

It’s Just Lunch is a matchmaking service that pairs people based on their interests and relationship history. The company’s matchmakers set up a meeting place, typically for lunch or after-work drinks, for the couples to meet.

If you’re interested in joining It’s Just Lunch, you can either fill out a registration form on the company’s website or call for more information. You will go through a free onboarding interview process.

In the 30-minute interview, a dating specialist explains how the service works and asks you about your interests and values and what you’re looking for in a potential date. At the end of the call, the dating specialist offers you membership packages based on the number of dates you want to go on.

How does It’s Just Lunch work?

Once you sign up with It’s Just Lunch, you’re paired with a matchmaker. Your matchmaker spends time getting to know you, your dating history, your preferences and anything else important to your dating goals. At that time, your matchmaker collects payment and begins looking for potential matches.

Your matchmaker shows you photos and information about your potential matches and shares your photo and interests with them. Names and contact information are kept private. Once there’s a mutual match, your matchmaker communicates with your match to set up a first date at a restaurant, bar or cafe.

After the date is confirmed, your matchmaker lets you know where to meet and when. After the date, your matchmaker contacts you to discuss how it went. From there, they’ll set up another date with the same person or a new date with another potential match.

How much does It’s Just Lunch cost?

It’s Just Lunch is a fee-based matchmaking service that offers a professional, high-touch service at an affordable cost. It’s Just Lunch doesn’t list prices on its website. It works to bridge the price gap between online dating sites/dating apps and high end millionaire matchmakers.

Just as you would pay a financial planner to handle your investments or a fitness trainer to help you stay in shape, working with an It’s Just Lunch matchmaker is outsourcing your dating search to a professional. In return for its services, It’s Just Lunch guarantees clients go out on dates. Real, face to face dates.

It’s Just Lunch FAQ

Who owns It’s Just Lunch?

It’s Just Lunch operates as a franchise. Each city has its own staff.

How much does It’s Just Lunch cost in Canada?

The cost of It’s Just Lunch in Canada varies based on which of the six locations — Calgary, Edmonton, The Okanagan, Vancouver, Victoria and Toronto — you live in and how many dates you sign up for.

Does It’s Just Lunch have multiple plans?

Yes, It’s Just Lunch has multiple plans. Plans are customized to each member and vary by the minimum guaranteed number of dates.

Is It’s Just Lunch free?

No, It’s Just Lunch is a paid matchmaking service. A typical membership costs between $2,000 and $4,000, depending on the member’s location, the number of dates a member wants to go on and other factors.

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Does It’s Just Lunch work?

Yes, It’s Just Lunch works. The company has helped people go on more than 2 million first dates, with some leading to long, happy relationships and marriages. Matchmakers do all of the work for you, so all you have to do is show up. Plus, the people you meet through It’s Just Lunch are also looking for a relationship, which isn’t always the case with dating apps and other online dating services.

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    Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed July 10, 2026

    Lisa and I have been working together for about 9 months. She is very professional and is very quick to respond to my questions as well as providing introductions for me. She has explained to me that this process takes time to find the right person. Also she has explained that not every match feels the same connection. Just recently she has matched me with date and I’m very much looking forward to meeting her next week. After each date I provide her feedback, good or bad, and she takes those notes in mind for the next match. I very much like working with her and I appreciate her very much,

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    Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with your matchmaker. We wish you enjoyable interactions and look forward to being part of more positive experiences.

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      Staff

      Reviewed July 10, 2026

      My review with IJL and my dating specialist Jaiye has been good. Jaiye has been doing his best to find me a compatible date. I've only been matched with one date since I joined in March. I was on hold from Apr to May. My 1st actual date did not occur until the end of Jun. So I have not had a whole lot of dating experience yet. I trust in my specialist Jaiye to find me a suitable match.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for sharing your feedback and for trusting IJL on your matchmaking journey. We look forward to great moments ahead.

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      Customer Service

      Reviewed May 16, 2026

      Jai is my matchmaker, I found him very easy to talk to and feel I can tell him exactly how I feel about my experience and he listens and tries to improve each meeting without making me feel it was my fault that we did not actually click or make a match. He lets me be explicit to exactly what I like and did not like even down to the way the lady may have dressed and her general attitude she portrayed. I’m hard to please as I have a high standard of what I’m looking for in a relationship.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for the wonderful feedback and we'll be sure to pass along your kind words to our team. As you continue on this journey, we are here to support you and strive for the ideal match you deserve. Enjoy the process and happy dating!

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      Reviewed April 27, 2026

      My experience with It's Just Lunch has been wonderful. The very first date they matched me with has been a huge success, and we are moving toward a positive, longer-term relationship. I am just getting back into the dating world after being widowed some years ago, and IJL has made it easy for me to connect with someone with whom I have so much in common, is easy to talk with! Thank you!

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for sharing your outstanding experience with It's Just Lunch! We're delighted to know that the process helped you find a meaningful connection, especially as you step back into the dating world. Your kind words foster our dedication to enriching the lives of our clients. We're grateful for your trust and excited to see where this wonderful journey leads you.

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      Customer ServiceStaff

      Reviewed April 27, 2026

      Kylie B is a delightful matchmaker with IJL. She is very accessible and responsive to my emails or calls. This day and time it’s difficult in many cases to find a business person who is vested in trying to solve problems, be helpful, positive, and very pleasant …Kylie is all of those and more. IJL should be delighted that she is an employee and a valuable part of their team! Well Done!!!

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for such a fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear how much you appreciate your matchmaker's dedication and helpfulness. Here's to many rewarding experiences on your matchmaking journey.

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      Staff

      Reviewed July 10, 2026

      I’ve had a really positive experience with It’s Just Lunch so far. Everyone I’ve been introduced to has been friendly and easy to talk to, which made each date enjoyable in its own way. Even in cases where it wasn’t the right long-term fit, I still appreciated the chance to meet someone new and have a good conversation.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for sharing your positive experience with It's Just Lunch! We're delighted to hear that each introduction has been welcome and rewarding. Meeting new people can be invigorating, and we're glad you're enjoying the journey. We look forward to further enhancing your dating experience!

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      Staff

      Reviewed July 10, 2026

      I am very happy with your company. I met a man who is very nice. We have been dating. He is so kind and we have a lot in common. I would like to pursue this relationship now and postpone any future matches.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear that you've made such a meaningful connection and can't wait to hear more from you on how it goes. Happy dating!

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      Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed July 2, 2026

      I have only been on one date. I liked the date and felt like the service was accurate in what I was looking for. I feel like I need more time to accurately review this service. It is good so far. The staff response is fairly quick.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      We're delighted to hear your experience with our service is going positively so far. We look forward to hearing more about your experiences on your dating journey with us.

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      Reviewed June 26, 2026

      Great new chapter. Jaiye is thoughtful, listens to your thoughts and takes the time to get to know you! Looking forward to second date! Open to process and new love and adventure finding me. Excited! New Season, New Love.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      We're thrilled to hear you are enjoying the process thus far and we look forward to supporting your adventure as you find new connections and embrace this wonderful chapter. Here's to an incredible second date and many more beautiful experiences ahead!

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      Staff

      Reviewed June 26, 2026

      Words cannot adequately express how amazing Amy is to work with!! She is genuinely caring and listens to your heart not just your list. She keeps you in mind and actively helps you meet like-minded people looking for the same thing! She becomes a friend...Not just a computer application.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Your matchmaker's care and dedication to your matchmaking journey shine through in your review. We're delighted that she connects with you on such a personal level. Building new relationships is a rewarding process, and we're grateful to be part of your experiences. Thank you for sharing your positive journey and we look forward to more positive conversations ahead!

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      Sales & MarketingPriceValue

      Reviewed June 22, 2026

      It's a big money scam. Not worth it. Better luck on dating sites.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Hi Cory, we are unable to find you based on your email, name or address provided as a client with IJL. Please contact us at customerservice@ijlcorp.com with more information as we would like to verify you were a client as well as address any concerns you may have. Thank you!

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      Punctuality & SpeedMaintenanceStaff

      Reviewed June 15, 2026

      Jaiye has a positive and warm personality that makes something that could be uncomfortable feel easy. He picked up on what I’m looking for in a partner quickly. Even though the first match did not work out, I’m really excited to continue working with Jaiye and see what comes next. He’s also super responsive and easy to work with.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for sharing your great experience with your matchmaker and we're delighted to hear that you enjoyed working with him and felt comfortable. We look forward to more fun first dates; we are here for you every step of the way.

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      Reviewed June 15, 2026

      I am just getting started with It's Just Lunch but I like what I have seen so far.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      We love to hear it! Can't wait for more positive feedback on your fun first dates!

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      Customer ServiceStaffRates

      Reviewed June 1, 2026

      My experience with Jaiye has been positive; he approaches my interests in a professional manner, facilitating meetings with patience and understanding. The matchmaking model has seemed to be effective to me both eight years ago and currently. My own busyness has made for more communication attempts by Jaiye, and he has been steadfast and helpful.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for sharing your positive experience with your matchmaker! Thank you for entrusting us once more with your matchmaking needs.

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      Reviewed May 29, 2026

      I’ve been presented with 4 women. 1st one never responded back. 2nd one had different interests than myself. I met the third one for a date and she got completely intoxicated on the date making it extremely awkward. It’s been a little frustrating but believe my matchmaker, Jaiye is really making a good effort to find me a match. I’m very hopeful to meet a great match soon.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate your patience and are encouraged by your hopeful outlook. Matchmaking is an art and dating is a process; there will be good dates and no so good dates, but the most important part is your open and honest feedback. We will share your feedback with our team and we look forward to your next date!

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      Reviewed May 22, 2026

      IJL provides a positive dating experience. My matchmaker was attentive to the qualities that I was looking for in a potential match. I had a positive dating experience with someone who had the qualities that I was looking for.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for sharing your positive experience with IJL! We are committed to helping set the stage for more promising connections.

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      Staff

      Reviewed May 12, 2026

      Eyrina is a pleasure to work with; she is careful to listen to concerns and offers suggestions all along the way. The IJL process is totally different dating. It is more tailored than an algorithm can deliver and I'm pleased to have Eyrina's help with it.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience. We're thrilled you find the IJL service to be uniquely tailored to your needs beyond algorithm-driven matching. We're here to support you along the way and wish you continued fun first dates!

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      Reviewed May 4, 2026

      Amber chose a really nice date for me. I met her for lunch because It’s Just Lunch but, to my pleasant surprise, we ended up spending the evening together at a cafe and had an interesting, wide-ranging conversation. I’m glad and thankful to have Amber as my date-finding person!

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience ! We are thrilled to hear about the wonderful date and how enjoyable your conversations were. Looking forward to hearing more about your exciting journey ahead with us. Thank you once again for choosing us!

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      Punctuality & Speed

      Reviewed April 30, 2026

      It’s Just Lunch has been an easy service to work with and it’s true, you get top notch service. The dates are pleasant and work well with your schedule. Since I’ve just joined and the experience is still new, I already feel they know me well enough to know what I am looking for in a partner.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience. We are thrilled to hear you are enjoying your journey with us. Happy dating!

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      Reviewed April 30, 2026

      I spent a significant amount of money with It’s Just Lunch and unfortunately had a VERY disappointing experience. Given the cost of this service, my expectations for communication and follow-through were very reasonable. When I signed up, the salesperson told me I would receive six dates within six months. After signing the contract, I learned the company actually gives themselves up to one year to provide those six matches.

      Even with that extended timeline, I had not been sent on a single date after 10 months. I had to repeatedly call and email just to get responses, and eventually had to demand to speak with a manager. At the one-year mark, I still had not received the six promised dates. When I asked for a refund, it was denied, and I was told they would simply continue trying to provide matches.

      Nearly two years later, I had only gone on four total dates before deciding to leave the program. Communication throughout the process was extremely inconsistent, with weeks or even months passing without responses or return calls. I also specifically requested to be matched with men who share my Christian faith. I was assured this could be accommodated, yet none of the matches I was sent identified as Christian. For the price of this service, I expected professionalism, honesty about timelines, and consistent communication. Unfortunately, that was not my experience. I’m sharing this so others can fully understand the timeline, expectations, and level of communication before committing financially.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Hannah we regret to learn you did not enjoy your experience as we worked with you tirelessly throughout your membership to provide fun first dates. We are sorry to hear that the introductions did not result in a mutual connection or lasting relationship. We enjoyed the opportunity to work with you and with you the best in your future endeavors.

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