For a dinner invitation, say what you want to do, name the public place, and offer times that are easy to compare.
A message you can send
“I'd like to take you to dinner at Olive & Pine. Would Thursday at 7 or Saturday at 6:30 work better?”
Why it is easy to answer
The recipient can see your interest, picture the plan, and choose between actual times.
- Friendly wording
- One activity
- A named public place
- More than one time option
Confirm the plan
Once they choose a time, repeat the date, time, and place in one message. A private Meet Request can keep those details together.
Common questions
Should I call it a date?
Use wording that fits the connection. If romantic intent could be unclear, saying “date” can prevent a misunderstanding.
Can I invite someone without their email?
Yes. RTM gives you a private link and code to paste into the conversation you already use.
Turn the advice into a clear plan
Choose one public place, offer up to three times, and share a private Meet Request. The recipient can choose what works without another long scheduling thread.
Send a Meet Request →