Originally Posted by
CMK10
I used Opentable.com back in May for Gibson's in Chicago and it worked out fine and I got the time I wanted.
When I wanted a reservation last Sunday and went on Opentable but they showed nothing available after 4 PM. Tried it again a day later and then the website informed me it wasn't working and to try later. I ended up calling Gibson's and getting a reservation for 5 PM like I'd wanted. I think I'll stick to calling places if I can.
The same scenario has happened to me with several Open Table restaurants. I will check there first sometimes. If they don't have availability, I will call and usually have decent success.