Offline Events
WEEKNIGHT TAKEOVERS

Turn a Slow Weeknight Into
a Packed House

Offline partners with local restaurants to create exclusive weeknight events during your slowest hours. We charge $0 in fees, handle the invite, and guarantee attendance.

Why Partner with Offline?

170,000+
Followers on @offlineraleighdurham actively looking for new restaurants
70,000+
Email subscribers who dine out regularly
10,000+
Paying Members who spend $120/year to discover restaurants

Zero Risk, Maximum Reward

Zero fees - We don't charge you for events
Guaranteed attendance - Most events sell out in less than a day
Quality diners - Our Members are foodies who love local businesses + dine out 3x/week.

How It Works

1

Pick Your Date

We typically go with a Wednesday night, at least two weeks out. Events typically run 5:30-10:00 PM to maximize your dinner service.

2

Select Your Format

Choose from three proven formats designed incentivize attendance + pack the house while helping you cover costs. You can elect for a limited menu to make service manageable.

Three proven incentive formats

  • One complimentary drink + 25% off the tab
  • Two complimentary drinks + full menu price
  • No drinks + 30% off the menu
3

We Handle Everything

So you can focus on what you do best—delivering an experience worth sharing.

Event Invites
We draft an email invite for your review and then distribute it via email, the Offline app, and social.
Seating Management
We use your seating layout to create custom arrival times for each guest that smooth out the flow.
Waitlist & Reminders
Offline generates automated reminders and waitlist management to maximize attendance.

What You Get

Immediate Impact

Packed restaurant on typically slow nights
New customer acquisition - Diners sampling your food for the first time
Social media exposure to 170,000+ food enthusiasts

Long-term Benefits

Detailed event report with engagement metrics and reviews
Google review encouragement for lasting online presence
Repeat customers who discovered you through Offline

Recent Success Story

Jalwa in North Raleigh filled their restaurant on a Wednesday night with engaged diners who:

Tried dishes they'd never ordered before
Posted glowing reviews online
Returned with friends and family
View their full event recap

Perfect For Restaurants That Want To:

Fill slow weeknight tables with quality diners
Introduce new menu items to adventurous food lovers
Build their social media presence organically
Create buzz in the local food scene
Gain repeat customers who value unique dining experiences

Remember: This is marketing, not a profit center. Our events are designed to get people through your doors, sampling your food, and leaving with a great experience that brings them back.

Ready to Fill Your Restaurant?

Questions? We're happy to meet over video call, visit your restaurant, or connect you with other restaurant partners who can share their experience.

Submit Your Event IdeaEmail Us