In a city where dining is a way of life, securing a table at one of New York's hottest restaurants has become a coveted prize. For foodies and celebrities alike, the elusive reservation is the ultimate challenge. In a quest to uncover the secrets behind the city's most exclusive tables, one writer embarked on a journey to uncover the truth behind the city's most sought-after reservations. From high-stakes phone calls to clever workarounds, what does it take to get a seat at the city's most elite eateries, and what secrets do the reservation systems hold?


And other questions I asked myself chasing New York's most elusive reservation