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New York's Trusted Matchmaker · Since 2001

New York Matchmakers
for Real Love in the City That Never Sleeps.

Private. Vetted. Built for the long term.

Personally curated introductions for accomplished singles across all five boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island — plus Long Island, the Hamptons, Westchester, Northern New Jersey, and Connecticut's Gold Coast.

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★★★★★ 4.6 from 600+ clients · As seen on CNN, Today, Bravo
Professional Matchmaking in New York City

You can meet anyone in NYC. Finding someone real is harder.

New Yorkers lead busy, purpose-driven lives, and amid the pace of work, social commitments, and constant movement, it's easy for meaningful relationships to slip through the cracks. You can meet people anywhere in this city — but finding someone truly compatible takes a thoughtful, guided approach.

Master Matchmakers understands the rhythm of New York life — status-conscious, fast-paced, and filled with people searching for something real. For more than two decades, our New York team has helped accomplished singles build meaningful, lasting relationships throughout all five boroughs and across the wider tri-state region.

As one of the most reputable matchmaking agencies in the country, we provide what sophisticated New Yorkers value most: confidential, high-quality introductions, strict vetting, and a human touch that respects your time and preferences. You can see exactly how our process works and read verified client reviews before you ever commit.

Unlike dating apps that turn the art of chemistry into swipes and algorithms, Master Matchmakers cuts through the noise to introduce you to people genuinely aligned with your goals — across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, the Hamptons, Westchester, Northern New Jersey, and Connecticut's Fairfield County.

"Your search for a real relationship starts here — in the city where ambition rules and everyone is moving fast. A matchmaking service designed for connection with intention, where every introduction is meant to be enduring."
Why Smart New Yorkers Choose Master Matchmakers

What Sets Us Apart

Our clients come from every corner of the New York economy — finance executives, attorneys, founders, doctors, media professionals, creatives, and more — all looking for someone who matches their long-term mindset.

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Decades of NYC Experience

From the serene streets of the West Village to the vibrancy of Midtown Manhattan and the trendiness of Tribeca, we've helped thousands of New Yorkers meet partners who genuinely align with their lifestyle, values, and long-term goals.

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Thorough Vetting for Peace of Mind

Identity verification, background checks, photo validation, and personal interviews. Every person you meet is sincere, vetted, and genuinely relationship-ready — built on trust, authenticity, and integrity.

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A Tri-State Network with a Personal Touch

From Brooklyn's brownstones to Manhattan's skyline, out to Greenwich, Hoboken, the Hamptons, and Westchester — every connection across the New York metro is personal, purposeful, and distinctly aligned to your life.

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Effortless, Enjoyable Dating

We do all the searching and screening so you can simply enjoy the experience. Each connection feels natural, comfortable, and exciting — bringing back the genuine possibilities that make dating in NYC fun again.

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Love at Your Pace

Your introductions never expire. Whether you're balancing long hours in finance, media, tech, or law, we move at your pace — matching the rhythm of your New York life and giving each connection space to grow authentically.

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Date Coaching Every Step of the Way

From first date to serious commitment, our coaches help you communicate authentically, strengthen emotional chemistry, and cultivate a relationship that grows deeper with time. Many NYC clients find coaching accelerates their success as much as the matchmaking itself.

As an investment banker, I had a hectic schedule and couldn't afford to waste time on bad dates. The team at Master Matchmakers were focused, observant, and concerned about my well-being. I met a like-minded person who is as motivated as I am with a similar sense of humor. We work.
Ethan M. — Finance Executive, Wall Street
6,000+Clients Matched
25Years in NYC
4.6★Average Rating
5Boroughs Served
Our Step-by-Step NYC Matchmaking Process

Seven Steps to a Meaningful Match

A trusted, proven, and highly personalized approach to dating in New York City, geared toward developing a purposeful, lasting relationship.

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Private Consultation Customized for You

An in-depth phone or video conversation about your lifestyle, values, goals, and the qualities you're seeking — not a quick interview, but a thoughtful exploration of what truly matters to you.

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Comprehensive Screening for Authentic Matches

Identity verification, thorough background checks, photo confirmation, and personal assessment of relationship readiness — plus evaluation of communication style, social habits, and long-term priorities.

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Thoughtfully Crafted Profiles

A carefully curated profile reflecting your personality, achievements, and goals. Visible only to pre-screened, hand-picked matches — guaranteeing privacy, exclusivity, and authentic representation.

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Curated Introductions with Care

Hand-selected partners aligned with your preferences, values, and lifestyle. Once mutual interest is established, we recommend places to make your first meeting comfortable and convenient.

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Pre-Date Connection Calls

A phone conversation before meeting helps eliminate awkwardness. Whether it's dinner in Greenwich Village, drinks in Midtown, or a stroll in Central Park, the connection already feels warm and familiar.

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Continuous Feedback for Better Matches

Honest impressions after every introduction help fine-tune each next match. Every introduction informs the next, making your journey more successful and satisfying with each step.

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Personalized Coaching Throughout Your Journey

Skilled dating coaches support you from initial conversations through long-term partnership — building emotional chemistry, communicating confidently, and strengthening the foundation of your relationship.

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Your NYC Love Story Begins

Confident, self-aware, clear-headed — ready to turn initial chemistry into a strong partnership built to last in the city that never sleeps.

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The Experts Behind Your Introductions

Recognized Matchmaking Expertise — Trusted Since 2001

Master Matchmakers is a family-owned firm founded in 2001 by JoAnn Ward, co-author of Crash Course in Love and Executive Producer of VH1's Tough Love. Today the company is led by her son, CEO Steve Ward — a professional matchmaker and dating coach who hosted and executive-produced Tough Love and co-authored Crash Course in Love.

Over more than 25 years, our matchmakers have been featured on CNN, the Today Show, Bravo, and Oprah, and have personally guided thousands of accomplished singles toward lasting relationships. That combination of real-world experience, media-recognized authority, and a rigorously vetted member network is what sets every New York introduction apart.

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Greater New York & Tri-State Coverage

Five Boroughs, the Hamptons, and the Entire Tri-State

New York's scale is both its greatest strength and its biggest dating challenge. With so many neighborhoods, industries, and social circles spread across the boroughs and suburbs, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of options.

Master Matchmakers turns the size of the New York metro into an advantage, offering a wide yet carefully curated network of singles across all five boroughs, Long Island and the Hamptons, Westchester, Northern New Jersey, and Connecticut's Fairfield County and Gold Coast — from Greenwich and Stamford to Hoboken, Montclair, and Short Hills.

Upper East Side Upper West Side Tribeca SoHo Greenwich Village West Village Chelsea Midtown Financial District Brooklyn Heights Park Slope Williamsburg DUMBO Long Island City Nassau County Suffolk County The Hamptons Westchester Scarsdale Rye Greenwich, CT Stamford, CT Westport, CT Hoboken, NJ Jersey City, NJ Montclair, NJ Short Hills, NJ Bergen County, NJ

Wherever you live or work across the New York–New Jersey–Connecticut region, our matchmakers build your search around your commute, your lifestyle, and your long-term goals.

Real Love Stories From New York

Genuine Connections in the City That Never Sleeps

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"After several years of swiping through dating apps in vain, I discovered Master Matchmakers. They truly understood my lifestyle, my values, and what I was seeking in a match. They found me a wonderful person. A year later, we're happier than ever."

Olivia R. Editor · Upper West Side
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"Initially, I was hesitant about matchmaking, but the support and guidance I received changed everything. My matchmaker helped me realize what I truly wanted in a partner, and now I'm in the most meaningful relationship I've ever had."

Samantha T. Interior Designer · Brooklyn Heights
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"Master Matchmakers didn't just find me a few dates — they introduced me to women who shared my values and perspectives on love and life. The team was compassionate, considerate, and supportive throughout the entire experience."

Daniel K. Attorney · Upper East Side
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"I split my time between Manhattan and Greenwich and didn't know how to date across both. My matchmaker made it effortless — introducing me to someone whose life fit naturally with mine. I couldn't be happier."

Rachel L. Marketing Director · Greenwich, CT
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First Date Inspiration

Where New York Falls in Love

The city and the wider metro offer an unmatched range of iconic, conversation-friendly settings. Here are a few of our favorites for memorable first impressions.

Dinner in Greenwich Village

Charming, intimate, and full of character — perfect for a first dinner where conversation can unfold naturally over a long evening.

Drinks in Midtown

Polished cocktail lounges and sophisticated hotel bars — a refined setting that suits the pace of New York's most ambitious singles.

A Walk Through Central Park

A daytime stroll among meadows, paths, and the Bow Bridge — quintessentially New York and ideal for unhurried, genuine conversation.

The Met or MoMA

A cultured afternoon among world-class collections, easily extended into dinner on the Upper East Side or in Midtown.

Waterfront Evening in Hoboken

For tri-state couples, Hoboken's waterfront offers skyline views, walkable streets, and relaxed restaurants — a refreshing change of pace just across the river.

Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

A walk across the Brooklyn Bridge at sunset followed by drinks in DUMBO — iconic skyline views and a memorable first-date arc.

Frequently Asked

Your New York Questions, Answered

Finding a compatible match takes time and depends on your preferences, circumstances, and goals. The majority of our clients begin meeting matches just a few weeks after joining. Because every introduction is personally tailored, we focus on the quality of each match rather than the quantity — aiming to introduce you to the fewest people necessary to find your ideal match.

We serve singles throughout the greater New York metropolitan area: all five boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island — plus Long Island, the Hamptons, and Westchester County. We also match singles across Northern New Jersey (including Hoboken, Jersey City, Montclair, Short Hills, and Bergen County) and Connecticut's Fairfield County and Gold Coast, including Greenwich, Stamford, and Westport.

Yes. Many of our New York clients live or work in Northern New Jersey, so our network actively includes accomplished singles in Hoboken, Jersey City, Montclair, Short Hills, Newark, and across Bergen, Hudson, and Essex counties. Because the tri-state region is so interconnected, we routinely arrange introductions across the New York–New Jersey line based on lifestyle, commute, and long-term compatibility.

Yes. We serve singles throughout Connecticut's Gold Coast and Fairfield County, including Greenwich, Stamford, Westport, New Canaan, and Darien. Many of these clients commute into Manhattan or maintain homes in both areas, and we tailor introductions to match their lifestyle across the New York–Connecticut corridor.

Absolutely. Our network extends across Long Island — Nassau and Suffolk counties — and out to the Hamptons, including East Hampton, Southampton, and Montauk. We frequently match clients who split time between the city and the East End, ensuring introductions reflect both their Manhattan and weekend lifestyles.

Master Matchmakers was founded in 2001 by JoAnn Ward and is led today by CEO Steve Ward — a professional matchmaker, dating coach, and co-author of Crash Course in Love who hosted and executive-produced VH1's Tough Love. With more than 25 years of experience and features on CNN, the Today Show, Bravo, and Oprah, our family-owned team brings recognized expertise to every introduction. Read more about our team →

Unlike dating apps or run-of-the-mill dating services, we provide a highly personalized, full-service experience. Every client is thoroughly vetted, and every introduction is carefully selected to align with your values, lifestyle, and long-term objectives. We share photos, detailed profiles, and arrange a phone call before you meet — plus all the support, direction, and guidance you may need to form a lasting relationship. See how it works →

Before you meet anyone — and before anyone meets you — they've passed our rigorous verification: government-issued ID confirmation, age and photo validation, and criminal background checks through public records. You review profiles, ask questions, and choose who you want to meet. Nothing happens without your consent.

Schedule a call with one of our coordinators to determine which service level is right for you. Every experience is customized to suit your specific needs and budget, and we'll discuss pricing during your initial consultation. Call (800) 734-9230 or fill out our Get Started form for your complimentary consultation.

A Nationwide Matchmaking Network

Matchmaking Beyond New York

Relocating, traveling, or dating bicoastally? Our matchmakers coordinate introductions across the country — explore our other locations.

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You've established a fantastic life in one of the most dynamic regions in the world. Now it's time to find a romantic partner who shares your ambitions, energy, and values — anywhere from Manhattan to the Hamptons, Greenwich to Hoboken.

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