It's Just Lunch!

Eugene from IJL provided excellent customer service. He took the time to listen to what I was looking for in a good match for me. He also let me know information about any potential match and why he felt they would be good for me to get to know.

Not a good experience!! Stay away - I promise you - you will have better luck and spend your time and MONEY more wisely with a dating app. I was told to there were plenty of prospects in my age with my criteria before I signed up. After I enrolled and paid ~$5K, I was told by a different matchmaker that there were virtually zero prospects and hopefully they would sign up more soon. I was provided only three dates in 11 months - well below their "plenty" expectation. Moreover, I cycled through four different matchmakers, and each one asked me the exact same questions. Either it was not captured the first time, or they did not bother to read it. They even set me up on a date with a woman that was moving out of state the next week. Furthermore, after my first date, I was high pressured into spending an additional $10K for an inclusive "club" with very specific dating rules. They could not even live up to the original contract, why would I expect any different outcome! Then, after I complained, I was repeatedly told a matchmaker would call me back in a week, and many times I waited over five weeks for a call - only to be told they still did not have a date for me. I complained and escalated, but was offered zero resolve: "nothing we will do for you, even though IJL stated we had plenty of options for you." I am actively persuading everyone I meet that has an interest to NOT sign up. I was lucky to convince one person already. I will continue to tell everyone of my terrible experience and hopefully, they will save money.

Do yourself a favor and do NOT waste your time and money on this scam! I’m writing this lengthy review in hopes that no one else will have to go through the negative experience that I went through. I had done IJL about 10 years ago without success. When they called me in October of 2020 to see if I wanted to try it again, they were able to talk me into it, as we were in the middle of a pandemic, and I was unable to go out and meet people organically. I expressed my concerns that they could not ask members about their political affiliation. I struck gold with my first matchmaker, Amy.

My matchmaker Eugene is fantastic. I would recommend It’s Just Lunch to all of my friends. He really takes his time picking dates and stays in touch with me even if there isn’t someone to match me with. I’m very pleased with the service and can’t wait to see where the journey ends.

I won’t bore you with the all details but based on my experience I would advise against any association with IJL. I was misled about the availability of potential “dates” in my area… follow up on the epic failure of the date they did set up for me was nonexistent and any reasonable request or question about the short comings of their service were simply ignored… There is no brick and mortar location in my area so I was left to deal with an 800# and an email address and they simply chose not to respond at all… The “membership” fee is very pricey and if you’re unhappy with their service it’s just too bad… I fought to get my $ back but many people have lost thousands to IJL. Unprofessional in their business practices bordering on fraud and zero customer service.

They LIE about their dating pool, and defrauded my out of $3,400. I signed up for the "12 date (2 dates per month)" package at a cost of $3,400 after hearing their grandiose pitch about how great they are and they have so many wonderful potential matches for me. It's been 3 months and they have not sent me even one match that lives within an hour of me, let alone matches ANY of my preferences (of which I only gave them 3 anyways). Btw, I live in South Florida - Miami area. Big city. If they can't find any matches in Miami, what does that say about their service in any other city?

Great matching experience- provides a variety of age groups but all are active, travel and well versed in life. All qualities I am looking for in a partner. My only negative feedback is that for the review of my date there is no place to write a negative experience or what I found did not work for the date. I understand you are trying to keep the expectations positive but some negative feedback would be helpful to narrow down potential matches as well.

Before signing up I was very specific about what I was looking for. Almost halfway through my experience and they have provided only one candidate of seven that was even close. My matchmaker continues to dismiss my concerns. She says she is the one that is supposed to contact me, but only once has it been her. The next date in three weeks is a foot shorter than me. I keep telling them my desire and they are ignoring what I want. Their only desire is to meet the number of dates they have committed to provide. The idea is supposed to be that the candidates are pre screened. The first date they actually sent me on, they talked about how active she was. 15 minutes into Lunch, she tells me she doesn’t like to go outside in the summer. She doesn’t like the heat and can’t swim. When they sell you they are not honest about what they actually provide.

My Executive Match Maker (Elliot) did an amazing job. He truly analyzed my likes and dislikes, and matched me with a beautiful woman who met 80-90% of my primary likes. He worked closely with me to arrange the date quickly, but at the same time giving the both of us ample time to prepare for it. My date with her was the best: great conversation and dinner lasting a little over 3hrs. She and I are looking forward to having our second date soon.

Bryanna carefully listened and understood my unique situation, reviewed my account details, provided empathy and explained clearly the real terms and conditions of my contract, specifically with regards to matches, which I wish I received up front. Overall, the conversation was enlightening and positive experience, and it sounds like she is able to point me in the right direction to provide some form of resolution or rectify the situation.

I have never had a worse experience with a company that I paid such an incredible amount of money for their services. I signed up for their matchmaking services six months ago. I have experienced nothing but hostile, bullying staff. The current match maker I deal with is nothing but confrontational, insisting that I go on dates with men who I clearly am not interested in. She routinely speaks over me during our phone conversations. I have yet to have one date, the one and only gentleman that has sounded promising in this six month period, scheduled at a time that did not work for me and I confirmed that with my matchmaker. She acknowledged the conflict and then failed to tell the gentleman who ended up showing up to meet. I then received a voicemail wanting to know why I didn't show up... This has been exhausting, disappointing and frustrating.

Debra is patient and kind. She really cares about finding great matches. After only a couple of dates I found someone I’m interested in seeing more. You have to be thoughtful about what you do want, what you don’t want and also what you’re ok with in a partner. It’s nice to have someone on your side.

I’m not entirely happy with the overall IJL experience but Deborah is my best match maker to date. She listens and tries to find the right match. Matches have turned out not to be entirely truthful in their survey responses. I can’t fault matchmakers for that.

In recent communications Hazel has been much more engaged. It could be the fact that she inherited me from Monique and I fell through the cracks at first. My experience has not been good as far as the matches did not fit or were too busy (not your fault) so I am hopeful for the remainder of my contract.

Don't do it. They talk a great talk, but they have no better match making skills than you do. It's super expensive, though from what other dates have said their pricing is all over the map depending on what they think they can get from you. I had a couple decent dates, but way too many dates with men that did not at all match up with what we had discussed. And a few that I actually felt mad that they even wasted my time with. I'm sure Cleveland has a small pool of people, so maybe in NYC or a bigger market it's worth it, but for me...I'd run and save your money. I have had much better luck with Match.com than I did with IJL. I will say the people you work with are super nice, but watch out during their sales pitch....They will say "oh, I already have someone in mind that I think will be perfect". Yeah, well, that one guy will be good, but...the others...not so much.

I have had a great experience so far with It’s Just Lunch. My Matchmaker Sarah has been wonderful. I’ve had one for State so far with Andy and we exchange numbers and discussed a second date. Just a waiting for that to happen. I have a second date already set up with another gentleman in January. I’m hoping 2023 brings the love of my life through. It’s just lunch. I’m excited for the adventure to continue. Thank you for your expertise in getting to know me and finding great male matches you feel will align best with what I’m looking for in a husband! :)

After a few matchmaker placements and feelings of disappointment with lack of communication on the process, I was placed with Eugene. After an honest conversation regarding expectations, Eugene not only understood but actively listened to my thoughts. It was a real conversation without "fluff" and I respected that especially in continuing a working relationship with an organization. What is special about Eugene is how he started matchmaking. He continues to use that sixth sense gift to bring individuals closer to long lasting relationships in any capacity.

'It's Just Lunch' was a waste of time and money, especially for the price the consumers pay. 4 of the 6 guaranteed "dates" were some of the worst dates I've been on. After providing feedback from the first date, which they claim helps them in the 'matchmaking process,' the following three dates were even less aligned with the characteristics I was looking for in a partner. During my initial conversations, I was very clear in stating I did not want children, nor did I want my partner to have children. When I received the call with a description of my third "match," the "matchmaker" I spoke with shared that the potential match they wanted to set me up with had two children. When I reiterated to her that I did not want children and my partner having children was a deal breaker, the "matchmaker" had to audacity to ask, "Are you sure? I think you would be a great match!"

I wish I had read more reviews about It's Just Lunch and fully read the contract before signing up and paying the fee. Now I'm stuck, out thousands of dollars, and realizing too late I've been scammed. I asked before I signed up how they found the people they match you with and was told it wasn't JUST their own clients. Even in the paperwork they say that they source clients. But that is a LIE!! They will only match you with paying clients. The majority of their clients are older men. It should have been a red flag to me that they say they REQUIRE Women to date men up to 10 years older than them. Men are NOT required to date people older, and only after I paid was, I essentially told that they would only be looking to match me with older men. This feels incredibly predatory.

I cannot recommend this enough, the interview was very thorough and my matchmaker took the time to really chat and get a feel for me as a person. Very simple and straightforward process. It takes the guesswork out of potentially dating because they will pair you up with someone who wants the same things as you. The service is perfect for the modern world of dating, and I would sign up again in a heartbeat. I had more success finding someone in 3 dates than I did in 5 years of meeting people off of Match or eHarmony. Thanks to It's Just Lunch I have found my partner and equal, who I plan to spend the rest of my life with. I am so grateful and hope more people decide to give them a try. I guarantee if they can just be patient that they won’t regret it. I signed up in May and by October I’m in a committed relationship.

Dates have gone well. Working with my matchmaker, Debra S. has been very smooth as she is very knowledgeable and has assisted me with the whole process of getting back into dating. Matches have all been well thought out and the dates were fun. Looking forward to working more with Debra.

Prior to Debra being assigned as my matchmaker, I was bumped around with different matchmakers with no notice. The process was "sold" to me as I'd work with the same person from the beginning to the end of my IJL journey. Once being connected with Debra the lines of communication improved; for that I'm thankful. She follows-up and is easy to talk to. I rate my experience with 3 stars because there have been hiccups along the way such as getting "re-matched" with someone I'd already been out with and the date had not gone well. In another instance I was given the impression that the gentlemen had seen my pictures and really wanted to meet me. However, when we met, he had no idea what I looked like which was incredibly awkward for both of us. I'm feeling less and less confident with each date... while also understanding that on some level the ups and downs of this process yield growth.

They take your money but they don’t return calls, emails. They go mia!! Beware!!! They told me they had alll these high profile clients. Lies!!! They set me up with a guy who stood me up while I traveled far to meet him. The alternative guy was a guy who lived on the other part of the US. I am in NY. They wanted to set me up with a man in Cali. What a joke!

Run away and do not sign up with this company for matchmaking services! They take your money, don't follow up or send you on dates, in fact, the dates don't show and stand you up! The matchmakers are rude and do not listen to your needs. They don't follow up and go for months with zero contact. Do not waste your time or money with this sad excuse of a company. I had 1 virtual date out of the 6-12 promised matches, the date was not a match. Matchmakers are incompetent, rude, and could care less about their jobs. They also lie and gaslight your experiences. They claimed to match me on all these dates and did absolutely nothing! Huge waste of money!

While I don't recommend It's Just Lunch at all, my experience with Elliot as a matchmaker has been wonderful! He is by far the best Matchmaker I have worked with at IJL and I have worked with quite a few. He has a nice, calm, caring energy that is so needed in this line of work. I highly recommend Elliot.

I signed on to IJL to put some sparkle in my life. What I experienced was disappointment, frustration and anxiety — not just with the lack of dates but that my matchmakers were not easily accessible. I was skeptical that IJT had enough men In my age range available. However, I was given to believe that they had plenty of men in my age range.

First date was a very accurate. Match with my preferred characteristics. My (1st) date was charming, professional, very conversational, well-traveled and attractive. I thought the match was extremely well thought out. The location for the meeting was a very nice, upscale restaurant. All the planning and coordination was well done. She and I have already communicated since the meeting and I hope to see her again.

Elliot has been wonderful to work with and I would highly recommend him to a friend. He has made my experience personal and comfortable and I trust him with my feedback. He is a great person to work with and I look forward to continuing working together in the future.

My experience is that I have not had one at all. I signed up for the 12 date package for around $** and I have not gone out on 1 single date in the month or so since I signed up. I think it’s reasonable to expect to go out on 1 date per month with a package like this but that hasn’t occurred. I’m skeptical in their abilities if they have had just 1 video call with me and no viable matches or dates have happened. They told me I didn’t have criteria that was very picky or unrealistic so I would have no difficulties being matched.

I was very excited to start working with IJL in November 2021 as I'd finally had enough time to start dating again and wanted to work with someone to find the right one. After a sales call and affirmations that I was a great fit for IJL's system and had many potential matches, I signed on and had a call with one of their matchmakers (Vanessa). Kevin G quickly sent along a date that matched most of my criteria, but didn't meet my height requirement (I'm tall and have a complex, but everyone has their things).