DoorDash just made NYC’s toughest tables easier to book

Few openings in recent years have hit the city with the force of Roscioli, the beloved Roman institution’s first U.S. outpost. New Yorkers waited months—seriously, months—for a seat at its downstairs tasting room, where the menu riffs on classics from the original Via dei Giubbonari flagship. The dining room is intimate, almost museum-like and proudly Roman, complete with shelves of tinned fish, gnarled salumi and glossy jars of artisanal condiments.

The star, of course, is the pasta. Their cacio e pepe is a precision-level achievement: creamy, glossy and pepper-forward. The carbonara here is textbook perfect. And the burrata paired with silky anchovies is the kind of dish you think about long after, like the one who got away.

Roscioli is hosting exclusive Tartuflanghe Truffle Tastings on November 23, 24, 30 and December 1 for DoorDash customers to celebrate the launch of its in-app Reservations. The sold-out experience returns with a four-course menu featuring freshly shaved seasonal truffles, curated wines available on site and limited truffle products to take home.

With DoorDash Reservations, securing a seat here shifts from a miracle to a manageable feat for anyone wanting to visit modern Rome without leaving Soho.

Tokyo Record Bar is part restaurant, part secret vinyl lounge, part themed fever dream and wholly unforgettable. This Village favorite is inspired by Tokyo’s intimate listening bars, where chefs cook while vinyl spins and guests pick tracks from a curated menu of records. It’s playful, eccentric and feels deeply New York.

The tasting menu changes regularly, always featuring riffs on Japanese bar food: yuzu-soaked veggies, chicken karaage, gyoza, sushi rice bowls and, usually, a cheeky jewel-box dessert. As they dine, guests bop along while their chosen anthems blast through the room, a communal moment that feels like dinner and a mixtape wrapped into one.

Reservations here are notoriously competitive due to its tiny size, cult following and the fact that each night is a full, timed seating. But now with DoorDash Reservations, grabbing one of these atmospheric seats suddenly becomes a lot less of a gamble and a lot more of a guarantee.

For over a decade, L’Artusi has remained one of the West Village’s most reliably packed dining rooms, which is truly an impressive feat given the neighborhood’s competition and breakneck restaurant turnover. It’s the kind of place where locals celebrate everything from engagements to Tuesday nights, and the energy inside always hums at a perfect, effortless frequency.

The cuisine is modern Italian but rooted in classic technique. The ricotta gnocchi is practically a New York rite of passage, the roasted mushrooms with pancetta and a fried egg feels like the most chic comfort food ever, and the olive oil cake is legendary in its own right. Owing in part to their newly expanded raw bar and a refreshed cocktail program, it seems L’Artusi has only gotten sharper with age.

Historically, a reservation required luck, persistence and possibly divine intervention. DoorDash Reservations has changed the game entirely, making securing a seat at this quintessential “special but not too serious” NYC favorite easier than ever.

Arguably the biggest sleeper hit of Nolita’s dining renaissance, The Corner Store has quickly become one of the hardest reservations in the city—not because it’s loud or flashy, but because it’s genuinely excellent. Led by restaurateur Ezra Cohen and a sharp, quietly ambitious culinary team, this spot feels like a cozy neighborhood restaurant dressed up with a global pantry and a cosmopolitan edge.

The menu leans modern American, but its influences roam: crispy rice with tuna tartare, a cult-status chicken with schmaltzy jus, thoughtfully seasonal vegetable dishes and a burger that critics keep calling one of NYC’s best. The dining room feels like a hybrid of bistro, brasserie and modern townhouse; it’s warm, polished and intimate without feeling overly precious.

DoorDash Reservations now offers actual access to this notoriously tricky booking, making The Corner Store feel less like a best-kept secret and more like a must-visit destination.

In a city overflowing with Italian talent, Scarpetta has earned its place in the upper echelon. Known for its refined simplicity and iconic pasta lineup, this is the kind of restaurant that easily turns first-time diners into repeat loyalists. The space is sleek and moody, with sculptural lighting, smooth lines and enough glamour to remind you you’re dining somewhere significant.

Scarpetta’s signature spaghetti is a perfect expression of restraint: al dente, silky, bright, tomato-forward and unforgettable. The yellowtail crudo with pickled fennel could probably be trademarked. And the short rib agnolotti lands somewhere between indulgence and art. 

While the brand has expanded globally, the Flatiron flagship still drives the most demand. But through DoorDash Reservations, scoring a prime-time reservation here becomes far less daunting, giving diners the chance to visit one of the city’s greatest gems.

Time Out and DoorDash have teamed up to bring you The Dash List, a curated lineup of the most in-demand, hard-to-reserve restaurants in New York City and Miami. Every featured spot can now be booked directly through DoorDash, allowing diners to go from scrolling and daydreaming to securing the hottest seats in the city. Thanks to TimeOut’s editorial expertise and DoorDash’s brand-new reservations platform, your next unforgettable night out is only a few taps away. As an added bonus, classic members get a $10 credit on their first booking, and DashPass members get $12.

Step into “For the Pholks,” a one-night-only homecoming experience with Grammy-nominated artist Leon Thomas, hosted exclusively through DoorDash Reservations. For one evening, Soso’s transforms into a soulful, funk-infused universe—think Sunset Strip groove meets Studio 54 sparkle—blending 1970s warmth with intimate, unmistakably Leon Thomas energy. Inspired by Leon’s world, the night brings together friends, supporters and familiar faces for an immersive hit of music, nostalgia and good energy. Expect champagne on arrival, funk-forward sounds, candid photo moments and an open bar with passed canapés. It’s a celebration of community, creativity and coming home. 21+ only

No matter if you’re a longtime local or a visitor who treats the city like an all-you-can-eat adventure, DoorDash Reservations is built to elevate your nights out. With its seamless process, in-store rewards and exclusive perks, it puts the city’s most desirable tables at your fingertips. So go ahead—open the app, claim your seat and let the magic of New York dining begin.