# Dojo: Dining Experiences — Great dining experiences.

> App for booking restaurant tables, virtual queuing, and special occasion reservations. (iPhone/iPad app by PaymentSense.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dojo-dining-experiences/id1419144204 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PaymentSense](https://appshunter.io/developer/1201274987)
- Category: Food & Drink, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 211 App Store ratings · 83 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 71 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-12-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dojo-dining-experiences/id1419144204/reviews.md

## What is Dojo?

At Dojo, we work with our partner restaurants to bring you great dining experiences, when you want them. Grab an instant table to eat now, jump in the virtual queue and have a drink while we queue for you, or immerse yourself and book a place for that special occasion. Restaurants trust Dojo to facilitate amazing experiences. We drop more great places daily, so you're sure to find something you love.

Features

- Grab last-minute tables instantly
- Queue virtually from up to 5km away
- Book ahead and plan special occasions

Feeling hungry now?

You'll see the places nearby when you launch the app, and booking an available table is a couple of taps away. Restaurants offer last-minute tables, even at peak times. We've optimised the app to show you real-time availability, so grab your slot before somebody else does. Head over to the restaurant, who'll be expecting you, then take a seat and have a great time!

Don't feel like queuing around the corner?

For those extra-special, super-popular places, we offer virtual queuing. Join the queue and we'll send you real-time updates on your position and how long the wait is going to be. Then, you're free to find something better to do with your time. You can message the restaurant while you wait, and they'll notify you when your table is nearly ready. When you join Dojo, you'll be able to join the queue from 2km away. The more you show-up you'll unlock a greater range - up to 5km!

Planning something special, or just like to be organised?

Through Dojo, you can book up to a year in advance(1). This is great for those who like to plan ahead, and key to securing the perfect spot for a grand occasion. You can make a booking at restaurants for larger party sizes, with the entire experience handled directly in the app, including booking deposits, all powered by Dojo. Of course, you can amend or cancel your booking at any time, all through the app.

Got a question or need some support?

At Dojo we provide the very best in customer care. Chat with us directly in the app, drop us an email at [support@dojo.app](mailto:support@dojo.app), or find us on Twitter and Instagram. Our customer support team is available {8am until 8pm every day} to help you with anything from minor questions to event planning emergencies. You're in good hands.

Want to keep your personal data safe?

We've made data security our highest concern, and it's your right to have your data protected and accessible. Find all the details in our Privacy Policy; https://dojo.app/legal/privacy/, or contact our customer support team if you have any doubts or questions.

(1) Each of our partner restaurants decides how long in advance they'd like to take bookings - some have no limit, others like to keep it spontaneous and fresh.

## Key features

- Instant last-minute table bookings
- Virtual queuing up to 5km away
- Book special occasions up to a year ahead
- Real-time table availability
- Message restaurants while waiting
- Manage bookings in-app

## What do users think of Dojo?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Virtual queuing saves time and eliminates waiting in line
- 👍 User-friendly interface and easy booking process
- 💡 Innovative solution for restaurant reservations
- 🎯 Convenient remote check-in from nearby locations
- 📱 Seamless notifications when table is ready
- 🌟 Great restaurant selection in London
- ⚡ Quick and efficient dining experience

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing issues
- ❌ Outdated restaurant listings and closed venues
- ⏱️ Inaccurate wait time estimates
- 🔐 Login and authentication problems
- 📍 GPS location verification too strict (2km requirement)
- 💬 Poor customer support and communication
- ⚠️ Unreliable queue management system
- 🚫 Limited restaurant selection compared to competitors
- 📧 Suspicious-looking text notifications resembling phishing
- 💳 Deposit/booking cancellation issues
- 🔄 Inconsistent app functionality across devices
- 📱 Missing sign-in options (Apple Sign-In)
- 🎯 Queue jumping and unfair queue ordering
- ⚙️ Poor UX design and amateur feel

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login fails with conflicting error messages (account exists/doesn't exist)
- Forgotten password link not sending
- App hangs and becomes unresponsive
- Cannot click on phone number field during signup
- Password reset loop issues
- App crashes when selecting restaurants
- Queue position updates incorrectly
- Location verification too sensitive indoors
- Text notifications only (no in-app notifications)
- Booking deposits deleted without proper explanation
- Restaurant availability showing closed venues
- Wait time discrepancies between app and actual wait

**Most requested features**

- Apple Sign-In integration
- iOS Keychain password integration
- Clear wait time estimates in minutes/hours
- In-app messaging system instead of text notifications
- Real-time queue position tracking
- Expanded restaurant listings
- Better GPS accuracy tolerance
- Improved customer support channels
- More cuisine variety (Palestinian cuisine mentioned)
- Ability to report closed/inaccurate venues

## Recent user reviews (10 of 83)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dojo-dining-experiences/id1419144204/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Delete my reservation

*2025-10-29, version 6.5.0*

Not sure what’s happening here, tried to speak to the restaurant instead Dojo deleted my booking along with the deposit I paid.

### 2/5 — Flakey app

*2025-09-25, version 6.4.1*

Great when it works which is not often

### 1/5 — Listings not up to date

*2025-04-26, version 6.4.0*

We made a booking for a restaurant via the App but when we arrived it turned out to have closed down and the building was being refurbished. Clearly the listings are not verified or being kept current even though it showed lots of availability and slots. Could not find a way through the app to let them know about this, and the AI Chatbot was useless. Very let down and ruined our evening.

### 5/5 — Good app

*2025-03-16, version 6.3.0*

User friendly

### 1/5 — Someone should fix this app

*2025-03-11, version 6.3.0*

So I created a reservation online using the restaurant’s website. Then it suggested I use the app, so I downloaded it, but it’s a bit brain-dead unless you login. So I tried to create an account, and it says that the phone number is already in use. So I try to use the “forgotten password” option, but it says the account doesn’t exist. 

So they tell you to use the app, but won’t allow you to use it! Absolutely useless!

### 1/5 — Not great

*2025-01-17, version 6.2.2*

Unable to log in, tells me that my phone and email are already registered, when I choose “forgotten password” option, it says no account registered with those details, very frustrating

### 5/5 — Dojo

*2024-11-17, version 6.2.1*

Dojo. 5*, getting more
People into local restaurants daily! Love it

### 1/5 — Misleading times

*2024-09-15, version 6.1.0*

The app gave me an incorrect time. The resultant said they had no tables for 45 mins but the app said 10 mins.

The whole premise of the app is to be somewhat correct. Won’t use again and will warn others it is very inaccurate

### 1/5 — Extremely poor experience, OpenTable much superior

*2024-09-04, version 6.1.0*

Extremely poor UX gives a very amateur feel to the app. Shame to see great restaurants using such a badly constructed app that gives a negative start to the dinning experience. Removed as soon as I could, we almost missed our table due to this app!

### 5/5 — I heart Dojo Bookings

*2024-06-19, version 5.3.0*

The best restaurants and bars

## Frequently asked questions about Dojo

### What does the Dojo app do?

The Dojo app helps you discover and book dining experiences at partner restaurants. You can grab instant last-minute tables, join virtual queues from a distance, or book special occasions up to a year in advance. It provides real-time availability and allows you to manage your bookings directly within the app.

### How does virtual queuing work?

For popular restaurants, you can join a virtual queue through the app. You'll receive real-time updates on your position and estimated wait time, freeing you to do other activities. You can even message the restaurant while waiting and be notified when your table is almost ready. The virtual queue distance can extend up to 5km based on your usage.

### Can I book for special occasions?

Yes, the app allows you to book tables up to a year in advance, which is ideal for planning special occasions or large parties. The entire booking process, including deposits, is handled within the app. You can also amend or cancel your bookings at any time.

### Is the app free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use. While the description mentions ads, it doesn't explicitly detail in-app purchase costs for core functionalities. However, it does state that booking deposits for special occasions are handled through the app, implying potential transaction fees or costs associated with those bookings.

### What kind of restaurants are available?

The app partners with various restaurants to offer great dining experiences. New places are added daily, so you're likely to find something you love. Restaurants offer last-minute tables, even at peak times, and some allow bookings up to a year in advance, though individual restaurant policies may vary.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.8.0 — 2025-12-02

Your Dojo app just got a little bit smoother. We've fixed some bugs and tidied up some code. Hopefully it'll run that little bit better for you from now on.

### 6.7.0 — 2025-11-20

Your Dojo app just got a little bit smoother. We've fixed some bugs and tidied up some code. Hopefully it'll run that little bit better for you from now on.

### 6.5.0 — 2025-10-15

Your Dojo app just got a little bit smoother. We've fixed some bugs and tidied up some code. Hopefully it'll run that little bit better for you from now on.

### 6.4.1 — 2025-06-02

Your Dojo app just got a little bit smoother. We've fixed some bugs and tidied up some code. Hopefully it'll run that little bit better for you from now on.

### 6.4.0 — 2025-04-17

In this release we've added support for Sign in with Google and Sign in with Apple - Say goodbye to forgotten passwords, and hello to speedy booking at your favourite restaurants!

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