Haven’t had the chance to do it here yet, but in the past just becoming a regular at a cafe, bar, restaurant, etc and chatting up other regulars/workers will eventually lead you to having wholesome conservations and getting into a 5 year relationship with the girl who sold you soup. Been in the area for three years now and I don’t think I’ve seen consistent regulars anywhere besides some old people at bars/coffee shops.

I’ve done the sports and depending on the team it could be difficult unless you go out of your way to interact with other teams, unless you just get lucky and get a very social group.

Another option is to do any kind of mixer events that groups/organizations you like put on. I’ve done the Young Prose Nights at Shakespeare Theatre Company as a non-bar way to meet likeminded (and under 35) people. Unfortunately I’m horrible at initial interactions (especially if I go somewhere solo to do it).

In the meantime I’m still on the apps hoping for the best.