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Cook the Book: 'Seven Fires'
Alfajores and just a simple grilled steak--medium rare, of course
Served: Reservations or Lack Thereof
I'm a hostess at a popular restaurant that does not accept reservations and I am constantly being asked what the wait is typically at a particular time. I usually give a range but explain that it is always changing and that wait times depend on the speed of the night, party size, time, etc. Sometimes people get frustrated with that answer but I would rather give a vague answer than be too specific and have someone show up disappointed that they have to wait longer than expected.
Also, policies about not seating incomplete parties are there for a reason! I am still amazed at how people could get so upset about that. If a place is busy and small, we don't want you sitting an extra 1/2 hour while you wait for the rest of your party. It makes COMPLETE SENSE. Otherwise, it makes the wait times higher for everyone else who is complete.
Jury Duty Eats near Thomas Street, TriBeCa
Pakistan tea house, duane park cafe, zutto (sushi) on hudson, le petite abeille (good cheeseburger), jerry's on chambers (moved from old soho location, kitchenette and Zucker's bagels (both on chambers and w. broadway)
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