# Event Details - **Event Name**: Plates and Mates | A Curated Dinner for Like-Minded Locals in Fort Wayne - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Find friends and find love with in-person speed dating, friend socials, and matchmaking events curated by locals.About this EventPlates and Mates is a curated dinner series matching like-minded locals at Fort Wayne restaurants. Meet new people, try new spots, & enjoy great convos.This is an intimate, curated dinner series that brings restaurant recommendations to life. It’s all about supporting local restaurants, discovering new places across the city, and meeting people who love trying new things just as much as you do.Each dinner matches strangers with shared interests at one of our favorite local spots, turning solo plans into a night of discovery, delicious food, and great conversation.HOW IT WORKS:Register for the eventComplete a short profile about your interestsWe’ll seat you with people who share interests, so the conversation flows naturally from the startIt’s $10 to reserve your spot, which covers the curation and includes an appetizer for the tableAll food and beverage orders during dinner are paid for individually.AGENDA:6:00pm Arrive and find your table6:00-7:30pm Dinner with your table7:30pm Drinks at the bar with everyone (optional)Just In Case Someone Stands Out…While Plates and Mates is not designed as a singles event, we know connections can happen anywhere. If someone at the experience, whether at your table or across the room, stands out to you, you’ll have access to view the guest list during the event only. You can add a heart next to their name, and if they do the same, you’ll both receive an email one hour after the event. But don't let the guest list deter you from asking for people's contact info during the event too. The guest list has everyone at the dinner, not just singles.ABOUT THE VENUEDraft Taproom & Coffee has been a dream of ours since 2019 with hopes of one day owning a taproom to highlight all of our wonderful clients! Well, here we are. DT&C is a place where you can enjoy many midwest/ local brews, wines, meads, ciders, coffees, teas, pastries and pizza! We want to highlight craft and almost act as a second location for our clients. The goal is for you to come enjoy something amazing, then, head on over to the source!ABOUT FIND:Find friends and find love with in-person themed socials, speed dating, and matchmaking events curated by locals.It is important to note that we do not discriminate based on age or sex, and all attendees are welcome at this event.If you would be interested in a speed dating event for other age groups and/or gender identities, please fill out our survey here. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/fea5b1c0-fe61-11f0-97b0-bf8aa747ab8d-rimg-w592-h740-dc2e1b15-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/feea5be0-fe61-11f0-97b0-bf8aa747ab8d-rimg-w668-h740-dc4b4446-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/003e0500-fe62-11f0-97b0-bf8aa747ab8d-rimg-w592-h740-dc2f1008-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/00ac7e40-fe62-11f0-8e38-f9b94c99e860-rimg-w740-h740-dcd6d6c1-gmir.jpg https://youtube.com/shorts/Scvw2CJMlDU?feature=shareAgenda6:00pm Arrive and find your table6:00-7:30pm Dinner with your table 7:30pm Drinks at the bar with everyone (optional) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-wayne/plates-and-mates-|-a-curated-dinner-for-like-minded-locals-in-fort-wayne/100001982050662888 - **Event Categories**: speed-dating, meetups, singles-parties - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 11.93, max: 11.93, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Fort Wayne - **state**: IN - **country**: United States - **location**: Draft Taproom & Coffee - **lat**: 41.0924606 - **long**: -85.1459716 - **full address**: Draft Taproom & Coffee, 1833 North Wells Street, Fort Wayne, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Plates and Mates | A Curated Dinner for Like-Minded Locals in Fort Wayne - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/928173dfd9d123e67f00a3be08592ba890aee85db608a1dabd45649214ca4314-rimg-w1200-h675-dcd9d9d4-gmir.jpg?v=1769835736 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Plates and Mates | A Curated Dinner for Like-Minded Locals in Fort Wayne being held? - **A:** Plates and Mates | A Curated Dinner for Like-Minded Locals in Fort Wayne takes place on Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Draft Taproom & Coffee, 1833 North Wells Street, Fort Wayne, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Plates and Mates | A Curated Dinner for Like-Minded Locals in Fort Wayne? - **A:** Tickets for Plates and Mates | A Curated Dinner for Like-Minded Locals in Fort Wayne are priced at USD 12 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilitySave My SeatUSD 12 + USD 2 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Plates and Mates | A Curated Dinner for Like-Minded Locals in Fort Wayne? - **A:** Plates and Mates | A Curated Dinner for Like-Minded Locals in Fort Wayne is organized by FIND Fort Wayne. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Plates and Mates | A Curated Dinner for Like-Minded Locals in Fort Wayne is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fort Wayne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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