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No Reservations?
Written By: Curt Christiansen | Issue: 2016/05 - May
One question that comes up wherever I work is, “Are reservations required?”
This question can be answered in two ways.
No. This answer applies to you if you don’t mind waiting for an extended period of time or being turned away altogether, and if you’re aware that others have made reservations months ahead, so the pretty table that is being reset is not for you. Basically, walking in to a restaurant without a reservation is the dining equivalent of flipping a coin. If it’s your significant other’s birthday, try not to sweat and get ready to grease some palms.
Yes. You would like the assurance that you have a table, the restaurant is aware of yours and others’ pending arrival and have staffed accordingly, the pretty table being reset is for you and not for the couple that just walked in and your significant other is impressed that you not only remembered their birthday but planned ahead to assure you would get a table.
This obviously does not apply to all restaurants, but specifically fine dining establishments. A reservation is never going to work against you, even if you make one for that day.
The bottom line? If you have any dining expectations, Yes, reservations are required.
Drink well, Curt
