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Chase Sapphire Reserve® Exclusive Tables in Philadelphia

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      • The Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program provides cardmembers with access to reservations at a selection of Philadelphia restaurants through the OpenTable platform.
      • Sapphire Reserve consumer cardmembers can receive $300 in statement credits annually on eligible dining purchases at select restaurants ($150 from January through June, and $150 again from July through December).
      • Additionally, Sapphire Reserve consumer cardmembers earn 3x points on dining purchases worldwide.

      Dining in a vibrant culinary hub like Philadelphia often requires navigating highly competitive reservation calendars that allow booking months in advance. For those who want to frequent some of the city's most acclaimed kitchens, the Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program may help you secure a seat at the table.

      The Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program aims to simplify the process of booking slots at some of Philly’s most talked-about dining destinations. Read on to learn more about this credit card benefit and how to use it.

      Chase Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables explained

      The Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program is a Chase Sapphire Reserve and Chase Sapphire Reserve for BusinessSM dining benefit that provides access to select restaurant reservations. The program includes a select group of restaurants across the U.S.—including the Philadelphia metro area.

      This dining program is run in partnership with OpenTableOpens overlay, and the core of the program relies on "held" reservations. Unlike standard reservation platform experiences where you’re competing for the same group of available times, Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers may find additional reservation opportunities. While the general public might see a restaurant is fully booked for the next month, a cardmember might find a slot available just a few days in advance.

      Note that the Sapphire Reserve card has an annual fee.

      Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables in Philadelphia

      Philadelphia’s dining scene has a lot going on, having earned national recognition for its diverse culinary landscape and high-caliber, chef-driven concepts. The Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program includes several of Philadelphia's well-known and hard-to-get into restaurants.

      When searching through OpenTable’s Philly optionsOpens overlay, cardmembers can find restaurants that span a range of neighborhoods, from the historic charm of Old City to the bustling energy of Fishtown. Some featured cuisines include creative Filipino dishes and decadent French desserts.

      When browsing listings, visitors can see photos of the establishment, its menu, reviews and upcoming experiences. They can also make a reservation directly from the site or can choose to be notified when times become available if the restaurant is full during their desired time slot.  

      How to book reservations with Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables

      Accessing the Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program requires a few steps to ensure OpenTable recognizes that you're a Sapphire Reserve cardmember:

      Link your account

      To begin, a cardmember can log into their existing OpenTable account or create a new one. After logging in, they can navigate to the payment settings and add their Chase Sapphire Reserve or Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business credit card to their profile. Once their card is linked, they will be able to view additional reservation options.

      Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables options are not visible to users who have not linked a qualifying card.

      Search for tables

      With your card successfully linked, a dedicated tab for "Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables" should appear within OpenTable’s site. When browsing OpenTable’s Philly options, users can look for specific visual indicators—often blue badges or labels—that note a Sapphire Reserve-specific reservation slot.

      While the program may provide access to typically hard-to-get reservations, the individual restaurant's policies regarding cancellations, no-show fees and party sizes still apply.

      Other dining perks with Chase Sapphire Reserve

      Beyond the specific access to Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables, the Chase Sapphire Reserve consumer credit card provides a broader suite of dining-related benefits.

      Statement credits

      Cardmembers can get $150 in statement credits from January through June and again from July through December—for a maximum of $300 annually—when dining at restaurants that are a part of the Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program.

      Rewards

      Cardmembers earn 3x points on dining purchases worldwide, including takeout and eligible delivery services. Cardmembers may also earn additional dining rewards and perks during promotional periods.

      Experiences

      Through Sapphire Reserve Experiences, cardmembers may receive early access to tickets for dining experiences and major food festivals as well as access to dedicated lounges or specialized tastings.

      In summary

      The Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program offers an advantage for those looking to navigate the competitive dining landscape of Philadelphia. By linking a Chase Sapphire Reserve or Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business card to OpenTable’s platform, cardmembers may find additional available reservations.

      Other dining perks with the Sapphire Reserve consumer card include 3x points on dining purchases, an annual $300 statement credit on dining purchases and access to select dining experiences and food festivals through Sapphire Reserve Experiences.

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