If you’re the kind of person whose phone is full of restaurant reservation confirmations, listen up! OpenTable, the global leader in making sure you always have a spot at the best table, just dropped some huge news: they’ve completely revamped their loyalty program into OpenTable Regulars.
This new (and totally free!) program is a massive win for us frequent foodies, giving us better perks and more ways to cash in on those points. They want to reward the high-value guests, and we are happy to oblige!
How to Become a Regular
The program is free and simple: you collect 100 points for every reservation completed directly through the platform, with some choice bookings scoring up to 1,000 points.
But the real deliciousness comes in how you can use those points!
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Pay Your Check: In the U.S., you can now apply your points to contribute directly to your bill when you’re dining out – making eating out guilt-free!
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Book Experiences: In select global markets, you can put your points toward cool pre-paid Experiences, like a set pre-fixe menu, an exclusive wine tasting, or a fun dinner-and-a-show package.
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Amazon Gift Cards: If all else fails, you can always swap your points for Amazon gift cards in major markets like the U.S., U.K., and Canada.
The New Gold Standard
OpenTable is rolling out a brand-new status tier called Gold Status, and it comes with some serious bragging rights and perks. How do you get Gold? Just complete six reservations through the platform within 12 months. Easy, right?
Once you’re Gold, you get advantages designed to seriously upgrade your dining game:
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Priority Notify Me: Trying to snag a last-minute table at that ridiculously hot new restaurant? Gold members who activate the “notify me” feature will be alerted to openings earlier than everyone else. Score!
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Free Uber One Membership: Here’s the cherry on top! As a special introductory perk, new Gold members in the U.S. and several other markets will get six months of Uber One membership free! (That means savings on rides and food delivery. Winning!)
“This program is a big win for diners, too, who will benefit from even more ways to redeem points and get access to perks,” said Robin Chiang, OpenTable’s Chief Growth Officer.
If you were already a VIP, don’t worry – you’ll get the chance to jump straight into Gold Status. So start booking those tables! Your dining habit is officially about to pay for itself.