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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.

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

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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.

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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    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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    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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      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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      Reviewed April 11, 2026

      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 personalities and how we might "hit it off." I had a great time, and while this individual and I may never become a couple in the future, it's wonderful to have a lovely new friend who has already enriched my life!

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you so much for sharing your joyful experience with It's Just Lunch! We're thrilled you had a great time and appreciate you trusting us with your dating journey. Here's to many more wonderful connections ahead!

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      Reviewed April 7, 2026

      I’m pleased to offer a brief review of my experience thus far with IJL and specifically my match maker, Lisa B, along with my initial and ongoing contact, Julie. Together they have been nothing short of highly professional and driven to help try achieve my ultimate date goals. They are passionate about their profession and I feel have a genuine desire to seek the best possible match. They communicate very well, are thorough in their questions of me, and they encourage feedback from prior dates. With such a great process, I'm confident that the more we work together the closer they will get at fine tuning for best results. I am very pleased thus far, and am also thankful for such a great, exclusive and private option to try find someone special.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for your delightful feedback! Our team's dedication to finding you matches truly reflects our commitment to providing a personalized service. We appreciate your trust and enthusiasm in working together to achieve your dating goals. Here's to continued success and those special connections you're seeking!

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      Reviewed April 5, 2026

      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, the restaurants are fantastic, and my dates are lovely and interesting people. I've met several amazing guys, and even put my account on hold recently to go exclusive with my latest match! Couldn't be more excited, and couldn't have done it without Lisa's in-depth knowledge of who I am and what I'm looking for.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      We're overjoyed to hear about your fantastic experience with IJL! It's wonderful to know that you've encountered like-minded individuals on your journey and are now taking an exciting step with your latest date Thank you for sharing such a positive outcome, and we couldn't be happier to have been part of your dating journey. Keep us posted on how things progress!

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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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      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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      Customer ServiceStaff

      Reviewed April 29, 2026

      My experience so far and been very professional and great communication with the entire staff. I would highly recommend others looking for their partner. IJL is a great idea and very little pressure on either party.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Thank you for your enthusiastic review! We're thrilled to hear that our team's professionalism and communication have made your experience so positive. It's wonderful that you're finding the process enjoyable with no added pressure. We appreciate your recommendation and are excited to continue supporting you on your journey.

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      Reviewed April 26, 2026

      So far it’s been disappointing and frustrating. I’ve been on two totally mismatched dates that were several years beyond my specifications. There’s lots of hype “we’ve got a great guy for you” but ends up we have very little in common and they’re too old! I’m not a “dater” and this process is difficult for me hence the reason for signing up. I have a fairly busy schedule so lunch on days I’m seeing patients does not work and I live 30 to 45 minutes south of Houston. I’m required to travel into Houston for dates when there are great restaurants closer to where I live. Furthermore, I’m under the impression he gets to see a photo of me but don’t get to see who I’m being matched with. I paid a lot for my membership too so why don’t I get to see a photo? I feel like back in college going on a blind date! I’m going to give this one more date and if this is the same mismatched runaround I seriously will request a refund of some kind.

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      Response from It's Just Lunch

      Dawn, thank you for taking the time to share your experience and we are sorry to hear you are not enjoying the dating journey. Your membership is with the Houston IJL location. We have shared your concerns with them directly as they are an independently owned and operated location of IJL and will contact you directly. Thank you!

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