, pickled mustard, salted ducks' eggs, omelettes filled with chopped salted radishes, sweet-sour fish fillets – all served with Chinese rice porridge/congee. But what caught my eye was the seating arrangements upfront of... (1 reply, last updated by shengtang November 18, 2008)

the same seating arrangement? (7 replies, last updated by Mike March 30, 2005)

It’s been a few years since I’ve been to Betelnut, so I can’t say as I recall exactly what the seating's like, but it does make sense that a restaurant would want to discourage seating arrangements that either... (4 replies, last updated by rillettes October 19, 2006)

Sorry for the last minute request, but I need some help...I am arranging a goodbye lunch tomorrow afternoon for about 12 people. Here are the stipulations: 1. Needs to have outdoor seating 2. Should have parking of some sort that... (0 replies, last updated by italyinmind June 21, 2007)

was assigned or asking if couples were split-up for seatings. All of that being said, I do understand the desire behind arranged seating and I can see where it sometimes helps with fostering conversation and making new connections... (29 replies, last updated by nummanumma August 11, 2007)

Since we’re all airing our pet peeves (would you like some cheese with your whine?) I’d like to add my own. My number one complaint is being seated at a bad table (near the bus station or bathroom or practically in... (40 replies, last updated by Dave Feldman March 20, 2002)

How does this policy of not seating a partial party make sense when one has arrived to eat and drink and generally spend a serious amount of money. Perhaps the 4th diner is slightly delayed – the four have a reservation and... (30 replies, last updated by jfood August 22, 2006)

......which is the basis of the arrangement. Anyone sitting in that space (if I have other diners who would like to sit waiting at the bar) can also pay the rent on the seat they are taking. 7 diners could be seated at a... (40 replies, last updated by mclaugh March 4, 2007)

When dining by myself or with one or two companions, a seat at the bar is my preferred arrangement at PDC, particularly if it is in front of the open kitchen. For my money it’s the best show in town. (15 replies, last updated by mainsqueeze March 31, 2009)

If it is good weather, I would head to Perry’s – go early to get one of the round tables on the roof. A lot of the places with outdoor seating don’t have enough room to have 7 people arranged to easily converse. (3 replies, last updated by thamng August 9, 2004)

it but I’m really glancing furtively at the seating arrangement. If it is somehow not to our liking, I’ll hand the menu back and say no thank you. Although kitchen and bathroom tables doesnt necessarily bother us if... (23 replies, last updated by mlgb May 3, 2007)

A couple of last minute cancellations have opened up two seats for tonight’s dinner at R&G Lounge, 7pm. Details are linked below. Please send me an email before 6pm tonight, or just stop by the restaurant if you’re... (1 reply, last updated by jenniferfishwilson January 23, 2002)

because she wouldn’t be able to seat 10 again that night. Is this common? I was completely shocked at this ( I understand if there were only 4 of us here) and after being in the industry for the past 4 years would never... (77 replies, last updated by BobB July 28, 2009)

by planning the seating arrangement ahead of time. (1 reply, last updated by carter May 20, 2006)

. Mamlouk in the east village can also accomodate large parties for that budget. Vatan has good vegetarian Indian fare and seating arrangements for groups. (2 replies, last updated by EliZ May 5, 2005)