The Shabbat Table

The Shabbat Table connects Jewish communities by making it easy to find and host Friday night Shabbat dinners.

Whether you're looking for a warm table to join or want to open your home to guests, The Shabbat Table makes it simple.

For Guests:
Find Shabbat dinners in your neighbourhood, browse by dietary requirements and observance level, and request a seat with a single tap. Get matched with welcoming hosts who share your values. Once confirmed, receive the exact address, message your host directly, and add the dinner to your calendar.

For Hosts:
Create a dinner listing in minutes. Set your dietary offerings, available seats, and share a bit about your Shabbat style. Review guest profiles before accepting requests. Manage your guest list, and build a reputation as a welcoming host.

Key Features:
— Discover nearby Shabbat dinners on an interactive map
— Filter by dietary requirements, observance level, and neighbourhood
— In-app messaging between confirmed hosts and guests
— Smart booking system with automatic reminders
— Notification centre for booking updates
— Privacy-first: exact addresses shared only after confirmation
— Community verification for safety

Built for the Jewish Community:
The Shabbat Table was born from a simple idea — that every person deserves a seat at a Shabbat table. Inspired by the tradition of hachnasat orchim (welcoming guests), we're building a platform that strengthens Jewish community one dinner at a time.
Currently available in Cape Town, South Africa. More cities coming soon.