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Dim Sum Dating

Ping Pong, Central London

Sunday, 19 January 2020

Sun 19
JAN

Tickets

£25
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Our age guides are not set in stone. You are still welcome to book tickets if you are slightly outside the published age range.
Age
25-40
Home London Dim Sum Dating

Dim Sum Dating

Ping Pong, Central London

Sunday, 19 January 2020

Sun 19
JAN

Tickets

£25
?
Our age guides are not set in stone. You are still welcome to book tickets if you are slightly outside the published age range.
Age
25-40
This is a past event, please click here to see future events in London.

About the event

Introducing Dim Sum Dating - London's tastiest dating experience.

Original Dating have partnered with dim sum masters, Ping Pong to bring you this steamy new dating event. Think speed dating meets dim sum tasting.

You'll meet people for a succession of short introductions and a delicious dim sum course will be served after every few dates, in your own individual steaming basket.

You'll make your way round the room to ensure everyone gets to meet everyone else and you'll be served three courses of dim sum along the way. You won't leave hungry!

We have exclusive access to the private dinning room for this new dating experience.

This hot new Sunday afternoon event is perfect for foodies and those looking for a little something different.

After the event you'll have access to our unique online matching system to find out who you've matched with and to get back in touch. Book now!

Important information

On arrival to Ping Pong please make your way to the private dinning room where the host will meet you on arrival.

- Doors open 4:30pm
- Event starts 5.00pm
- Event finishes approximately 7pm
- Venue closes 10pm

It’s essential that you arrive before 4.55pm in order to take part. We might not be able to allow entry if you are late.

All dim sum is included in the ticket price and drinks are available to purchase from the bar. By default, dim sum will include meat and veggie options. Please email us with any specific dietary requirements.

Price: £25

Sorry, this event has sold out

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Where

Buzzing with the excitement of opera and theatre land, Ping Pong Covent Garden is located on Maiden Lane and is a short walk from both Covent Garden Station and Charing Cross Station. OriginalDating has exclusive access to the mezzanine level private dining room which is perfect for our Dim Sum Dating events.

Address  Ping Pong, 23-24 Maiden Lane, London, WC2E 7NA

Nearest station  Covent Garden

Tel  02071125174 – Please note this is not a booking line

PLEASE NOTE: Advance booking is essential and no tickets will be available to purchase on the door. Online booking is simple and very secure. Our payments are handled by Stripe, one of the world's largest payment processors using the highest grade security currently available.

Reviews

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Leo Verified Attendee
  It was fun  
Posted: 19/02/2026
Samuel Verified Attendee
  The location and the friendly host.  
Posted: 19/02/2026
Ewan Verified Attendee
Posted: 18/02/2026
Anna Verified Attendee
Posted: 18/02/2026
Angela Verified Attendee
Posted: 18/02/2026
Fabiana Verified Attendee
Posted: 18/02/2026
Oliver Verified Attendee
Posted: 16/02/2026
Paul Verified Attendee
Posted: 16/02/2026
Lilly Verified Attendee
Posted: 16/02/2026
Diane Verified Attendee
  I good night out as it was my first time I was pleasantly surprised by how many turned up for me though it was a little chaotic and the man didn’t know where to sit but overall it was good and I will go again  
Posted: 16/02/2026
Suman Verified Attendee
Posted: 16/02/2026
Skyler Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Nicole Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Christopher d Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Clare Verified Attendee
  Great event, well organised and lovely atmosphere. The valentines decorations made it feel special too  
Posted: 15/02/2026
Philippa Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Marita Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Saadaf Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Alana Verified Attendee
  The host was excellent and had a great balance of putting everyone at ease whilst bringing fun and keeping us engaged. I would definitely go to another event with this host.  
Posted: 15/02/2026
Ian Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Andy Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Kapil Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Philip Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Martin Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Esther Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Craig Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Jon-Paul Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Sofia Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Andrew Verified Attendee
Posted: 15/02/2026
Carmen Verified Attendee
  It’s a safe space to talk anyone including people as the same sex as you. Everyone is approachable and friendly. It was a little chaotic as the cloak room was full and so I couldn’t put my bag or coat in. They had also ran out of locks and keys which was also annoying as it was a lock and key event.. The music was also a bit too loud to hear conversations. The music was great so had a little dance with the ladies. On the whole it was fun but a little unprofessionally organised. Great venue albeit a limited coat check.  
Posted: 15/02/2026
Aneesa Verified Attendee
  Fun, nice mix of people. Good location. Great dim sum!  
Posted: 20/01/2020

Original Dating reply

Hey Aneesa, we're absolutely delighted you enjoyed Dim Sum Dating x

Nigel Verified Attendee
  It was a great opportunity to get to talk to many different people from all walks of life. The 4mins quickly flew by, 5mins would have been better.  
Posted: 20/01/2020

Original Dating reply

Hi Nigel, so pleased to read your 5* review of Dim Sum Speed Dating.

Usha Verified Attendee
  Good fun, lovely people  
Posted: 20/01/2020

Original Dating reply

Hey Usha, so pleased you had a good time x

Dev (Dave) Verified Attendee
  Great Venue and Event - Food plus dating is a win win! The host, Joseph, was fun and well organised. Had fun and enjoyed the food. Thanks Original Dating  
Posted: 20/01/2020

Original Dating reply

Hi Dev, so happy you enjoyed the format. These speed dating events are getting great feedback!

Bhavna Verified Attendee
  Excellent venue and location very well organized and friendly people and dim sum was yummy thank you Original Dating x  
Posted: 20/01/2020

Original Dating reply

Thanks so much, who doesn't love Dim Sum!

Kimberley Verified Attendee
  Well organised with a super friendly host. I had lots of fun meeting new people with the added bonus of dim sum!  
Posted: 19/01/2020

Original Dating reply

Hi Kimberley, so pleased you enjoyed our dating event. We'll pass on your feedback to the host for sure!

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HOW IT WORKS

The beauty of Speed Dating London lies in its no-nonsense approach. You take an equal number of single girls and guys, put them in a room and give them a few minutes to chat with every other member of the opposite sex.

When you get there

Original speed dating events in London normally begin at 7.30pm. You will need to register with our hosts and to begin with they will issue you with a score sheet. This will help you to keep track of the singles that you would like to meet again and perhaps go on a date with. After a short period of mingling, your host for the evening who will run through detailed instructions and give you your starting position if you are a guy or table for the event if you are a girl.

Meet & Mingle

A London speed dating event is split into two halves, each lasting around an hour, there will be an interval at half time of about 15 minutes for speed dating London. You will have between 4 and 5 minutes with each person, after which you need to tick a box on your score sheet - "yes, I would like to meet this person again" or "no. Thanks but no thanks". Or "friend" if you'd like to get to know them platonically. Make sure that you do this after each date to keep track. Afterwards there is an opportunity for everyone to meet and mingle informally - this is often where the real action begins, so make sure you don't disappear too quickly!

Complete your score sheet

After the event you simply tick who you liked on the Original Dating website and the site works about your matches automatically. If the dates you have ticked as a "yes" have reciprocated you have a match. You will be able to view the first names and message them via our site online without revealing your email address until you are ready to. You'll be having proper first dates in no time.