They say patience is a virtue, but when it comes to dining out this spring, I’ve found it’s mostly just a recipe for going home hungry. I have become mildly obsessed with the art of the impossible reservation.
There is a short, elite list of restaurants in Arizona where the tables are scarcer than a rainy day in the desert, and I’ve made it my personal mission to track them down.
It’s a bit dramatic, sure, but when the food is this good, the chase becomes part of the experience. Here are the 14 spots where snagging a table feels like winning a golden ticket.
1. The Henry – Phoenix Arcadia
OpenTable consistently lists The Henry among Phoenix’s most-booked restaurants, and for good reason. Located at 4455 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018, this Arcadia staple blends a lively atmosphere with an approachable American menu that keeps regulars coming back season after season…