Originally Posted by
Jaimito Cartero
Give them a fake number, or number to the local IRS office. Or, gasp, don’t go to places that necessitate a reservation.
Some restaurants do want to make sure you’re coming, some don’t. I can understand why they want to call, if it’s at a busy time. I’ve had many times I wanted a later reservation, but an earlier one only showed up. When they called to verify, I was able to change to a better time.
Giving a fake number would increase the possibility of cancellation.
I don't mind a single call or text. But the past couple years all the medical practices I deal with want to confirm 16 different ways and times. I get multiple calls, emails and texts. I am starting to leave out my email address from new patient registrations and putting my cell number in the home telephone blank. I still get calls but that eliminates the texts and emails.