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"Each clam in Mawn’s littleneck somlaw macchu is like that piece of jewelry in Lord of the Rings: small, glistening (thanks to the creamy tamarind lemongrass, Thai chili, and basil oil broth), and obsession-inducing. Fortunately, the bowl is big enough for three people, because everyone at the table will want some. Like the ring, it calls to us at least once a week. If you’re free during the day, this BYOB is open for lunch on Thursday through Saturdays between 11am-2:30pm—and this may be your best bet at actually getting in. When it comes to dinner, they release reservations every 30 days. If you don’t find success there, you can always try to walk in with a few strangers, grab a table as the last guests are leaving, and exclaim “Finders Keepers!” when you sit down. Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - alison kessler, candis mclean, alison kessler, candis mclean, candis mclean, alison kessler, candis mclean, alison kessler, candis mclean, candis mclean, candis mclean