I would reccomend reservations every time. It's the best way to go. Your guaranteed seating and there's no wait.
Making a reservation is a good idea because you don't want to get caught up in the lunch or dinner crowd. Hope that helps you. Njoy the food.
Eating at the bar is perfectly acceptable if you don't make a reservation. Could be tricky on the weekend so having a reservation is s good idea.
I would definitely make a reservation if you are going to dine there after 5 pm. Just to be sure that you won't have to wait. But i should say that the new location has a lot of small tables and it is fine to come there witout reservation if it is not at dinner time on friday or saturday.
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