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The One Who Keeps the Book

Welcome to The One Who Keeps The Book, a regular series that aims to answer that most important question: How do I get in? The first answer is Resy, of course. But every restaurant manages its tables differently and there are always secret tips, tricks, and shortcuts to be discovered. Here, we go straight to the source to get them for you.

Diners feasting on pasta at Lilia.

New York

How to Get Into Lilia

If you’ve always wanted to go to Lilia, but haven’t been able to get a reservation, here’s all the info you need on finally getting that Resy.

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M by Tasuku Murakami space

Atlanta

How to Get Into M by Tasuku Murakami

How to maximize your chances of getting a coveted reservation at the most exclusive omakase counter in Atlanta.

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Los Angeles

How to Get Into Anajak Thai

Everything you need to know about getting a reservation at one of Los Angeles’ best restaurants.

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Washington D.C.

How to Nab a Seat at Maydān

And what to order once you’re at D.C.’s riveting ode to the cuisines of the Middle East, Northern Africa, and the Mediterranean.

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Getting to know our staff, on an actual, real human level is honestly probably the best way to get a table. Jorie Morales, general manager of L’Artusi
Monteverde spread

Chicago

How to Get Into Monteverde

Get the inside scoop from the folks at Monteverde on how to snag a seat with ease, and enjoy your meal like a pro.

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Bemelmans Bar detail

New York

How to Get Into New York’s Legendary Bemelmans Bar

Few bars evoke a quintessential old school New York vibe like that of Bemelmans Bar — and it’s safe to…

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The martini at schmuck.

New York

How to Get the Toughest Restaurant Reservations in New York

Your ultimate cheat sheet for getting into some of the city’s most-sought-after restaurants, updated regularly with all the tips and tricks you need.

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Miami

How to Get Into Tâm Tâm

When Tâm Tâm opened inside a former Cuban diner in June 2023, it quickly became one of the city’s most…

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Los Angeles

How to Get Into Holbox, L.A.’s Acclaimed Seafood Spot

It’s hard to overstate just how enthusiastic we are about Holbox. Gilberto Cetina’s sustainably-minded seafood stall inside of the community…

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A spread at DeNucci's

Chicago

How to Book a Table at DeNucci’s (and What to Order Once You’re There)

Since 2009, Ballyhoo Hospitality has been building upon its flagship Lincoln Park restaurant, Gemini, with a dependable stable of restaurants…

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Philadelphia

How to Get Into Provenance in Philadelphia

Nich Bazik is a chef’s chef. Having worked with some of Philly’s greats — at James, Meme, SnackBar, Fork, Russet,…

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New York

How To Get Into Clemente Bar, From the Team Behind Eleven Madison Park

Eleven Madison Park, chef Daniel Humm’s temple of plant-based fine dining, has a new sister. That in and of itself…

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Philadelphia

How to Get Into Vita in Philadelphia

A few months ago, rumors started flying about a new secret restaurant in Rittenhouse that you access through a bright…

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Washington D.C.

How To Get A Seat At Lutèce, D.C.’s Foremost Neo-Bistro

If you spend enough time wandering Georgetown’s historic cobblestone streets, you’ll inevitably stumble upon the crowds at Lutèce. Located on…

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Philadelphia

How to Get Into Amourette

Ever since chef Amanda Shulman opened Her Place Supper Club in 2021, it’s been one of the toughest tables in…

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