● Community Beta  •  Sea Point, Cape Town

Your Shabbat,
Sorted.

Join a community dedicated to sharing the warmth and tradition of Shabbat dinners. Discover a table near you, request a seat, or host your own — all in one place.

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A trusted, verified community

Every member is verified through their Shul, a Jewish organisation, or a personal reference in the community before being approved. Hosts review and approve each guest, and exact addresses are only shared once a booking is confirmed.

A family Shabbat table set with challah and candles
The heart of it

Every week, Shabbat brings us back to what truly matters

In a world that never slows down, Shabbat does. On Friday night, candles are lit, the table is set, and family and friends gather together. Phones are put away. Work is paused. We make Kiddush, share a meal, sing, laugh, and really talk.

Shabbat gives us something modern life rarely offers: space to breathe and reconnect — with Hashem, with our families, and with each other.

“More than the Jewish people have kept Shabbat, Shabbat has kept the Jewish people.”
Our mission is to ensure that no Jew celebrates alone.

Shabbat Table transforms the way the Jewish community connects for Shabbat — bringing hosts and guests together, fostering a spirit of inclusion, and making sure everyone has a place at the table.

Our mission & vision

Where every meal becomes an opportunity

Shabbat meals are more than just a tradition; they are a cornerstone for building lasting relationships and nurturing a sense of belonging. These gatherings provide a unique opportunity for individuals to connect, share stories, and create memories that transcend barriers. By participating in Shabbat meals, community members experience the warmth of shared traditions and the joy of coming together in a spirit of unity.

Shabbat Table is dedicated to building meaningful community connections and sharing the beauty of Shabbat. More than simply giving hosts a way to organise Shabbat meals and choose which guests to approve, Shabbat Table brings people together. Our mission is to create a welcoming space where everyone can experience the warmth of a shared meal — strengthening community well-being, and making it easier for people to connect and build lasting friendships through meaningful Shabbat dinners.

Technology & Leadership Support

Host Approval & Safety Assurance

Event Organisation & Assistance

What you can do

Everything you need for Shabbat, in one app

Find a dinner near you

Search for dinners by location, dietary and Kashrut needs, or theme — with real-time seat availability and host profiles at your fingertips.

Approved & welcome

Sign up and gain approval through trusted community organisations, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for everyone at the table.

Host with ease

Apply to become a host, then manage your dinners, guest lists and preferences from a simple dashboard — with resources and coaching to help you succeed.

Chat with your host

Once approved, our in-app messaging makes it easy to coordinate before and after dinner — intuitive, accessible, and built for connection.

Let’s Collab

Bring a dish, help set the table, or lead a tradition. The Let’s Collab system invites guests to take part, fostering a real sense of shared responsibility.

Safe & private by design

A multi-step verification process, content moderation, and compliance with GDPR and POPIA keep our community secure and your data protected.

How it works

Whether you’re joining or hosting

Find a seat

  1. 1 Download the app and create your account.
  2. 2 Complete your profile and get approved through a community organisation.
  3. 3 Browse available dinners and request a seat that suits you.
  4. 4 Chat with your host, then arrive and enjoy Shabbat together.

Host a table

  1. 1 Apply to host and tell us a little about yourself.
  2. 2 Get approved by a local community organisation.
  3. 3 Schedule your dinner, set your seats and share the details.
  4. 4 Review requests, approve your guests, and welcome them in.
A closer look

Beautifully simple, start to finish

Home screen
Discover dinners on a map
Dinner details
Booking confirmed
Chat with your host
More than a meal

Built around connection

Shabbat Table is about people. Whether you’re new to the area, hoping to meet new faces, or simply want to share Friday night with others, there’s always a place for you at the table.

Every dinner is a chance to make new friends, reconnect with familiar ones, and strengthen the bonds that hold a community together. Hosts open their homes, guests bring their stories, and week after week new connections are formed over a shared meal and the warmth of Shabbat.

New to the area?

Find a warm welcome and a place to belong.

Meet new people

Connect with others near you over Friday night dinner.

Lasting friendships

Build real bonds, one Shabbat at a time.

From our community

Real tables, real connections

Clive
“Using the Shabbat Table app has been a life-changing experience. I’ve met incredible people and learned so much. It’s more than just a meal; it’s a community.”
Clive
Jo
“As a host, the app has made it easy to welcome guests into my home. The support and resources provided have been invaluable in creating memorable dinners.”
Jo · Host
Romi
“I wish this was available when I was new to the area and didn’t know anyone. Even now, thanks to Shabbat Table, I’ve found a welcoming community and made lifelong friends.”
Romi
A warm Shabbat meal shared together
Safety & privacy

Your safety is our top priority

Every participant is vetted by trusted community leaders through a rigorous verification process. In-app reporting and a dedicated admin team keep our community respectful and safe — and issues can be reported anonymously.

We comply with GDPR, POPIA and other global privacy standards, with robust safeguards designed to protect your personal information and keep it confidential.

  • Organisation & reference-based approvals
  • Hosts approve every guest
  • Addresses shared only on confirmation
  • Report issues directly in the app

Find your seat at the table

Download Shabbat Table on iPhone and Android, and join the community today.

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