17 Previously Impossible Reservations That Are Easy Now - New York - The Infatuation

"How Far In Advance Should You Book? A full two weeks, or, if you’re doing lunch, a day or two. Self-described “neighborhood bistro” Sailor didn’t feel all that neighborhoody when it opened in 2023 and was immediately booked solid. Slowly, it’s getting there. We recently walked in on a weeknight and didn’t even have to wait for a bar seat. Reservations are doable, too, as long as you plan ahead. The roast chicken wearing a heavy coat of butter and profiteroles dripping salted caramel are worth setting a reminder for." - bryan kim