Social Dining
Dating
Social Dining & Dating App Development Solution
Social networking application to connect people at the table
THE CHALLENGE
Challenges in developing Share A Table
Challenges faced during the development of Share A Table
In-app purchases using Flutter
Limited documentation and testing complexities hindered in-app purchases
Manage time slots for table booking
Pulling real-time restaurant availabilities was challenging for smooth booking
The solution
Dining and networking, simplified
Share A Table is a social dining app that connects users for shared dining experiences. It features a smart matching algorithm, in-app messaging, and seamless table reservations, enabling users to enjoy meals together at their preferred restaurants. The platform also helps restaurants manage bookings and promotions efficiently.
Features
Smart matching algorithm
Matches diners based on shared preferences, not just availability.
In-app chat & direct messaging
Diners can message each other directly to coordinate plans.
Table reservations
Reflects real-time restaurant availability for accurate booking.
Restaurant events & promotions
Surfaces restaurant events and promotions relevant to the user.
Find restaurants
Helps users discover restaurants suited to their dining plans.
Integrations & tech stack
The platform is built on a modern React + TypeScript frontend, a Lovable Cloud backend with Postgres and RLS, and edge functions for secure, advisory-locked operations.
Frontend
Flutter
Backend
Node.js, MySQL
Dating and dining, in the same reservation
Real Availability, Not Estimates
Table reservations reflect actual real-time restaurant availability, not a best guess.
In-App Purchases That Just Work
Flutter's in-app purchase flow was built and tested thoroughly despite thin official documentation, so payments don't break at checkout.
Matched by More Than Looks
Smart matching considers dining and social preferences, turning a date into an actual plan instead of just a swipe.