Chase Sapphire Reserve® Exclusive Tables in San Diego
Quick insights
- The Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program provides cardmembers with access to reservations at a selection of San Diego restaurants through the OpenTable platform.
- Chase Sapphire Reserve consumer cardmembers can receive up to $300 in statement credits annually on eligible dining purchases at select restaurants in San Diego and beyond (up to $150 in statement credits from January through June, and again from July through December).
- Consumer cardmembers also earn 3x points on dining purchases worldwide.
San Diego is a notable culinary destination, blending coastal influences with a sophisticated international food scene. The Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program helps to address the challenges of securing a table during peak hours in San Diego. This cardmember benefit aims to provide a reliable method for accessing culinary experiences without needing to book weeks in advance.
Read on to learn about the Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program and how cardmembers can use it to dine at some popular San Diego restaurants.
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 reservations at restaurants. The program includes a select group of restaurants across the U.S.—including the San Diego area.
This dining program is run in partnership with OpenTableOpens overlay. Unlike standard reservation 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 could find a reservation a few days in advance.
Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables in San Diego
San Diego’s dining scene is heavily influenced by its coastal location and proximity to Mexico. As such, you may find OpenTable San Diego optionsOpens overlay that feature fresh flavors of the Baja peninsula heavily influenced by Mexican cuisine.
When browsing OpenTable listings, visitors can see photos of the establishments, their menus, 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 Chase 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
First, you must either log into your existing OpenTable account or create a new one. Next, you can navigate to the payment settings to add your eligible Chase Sapphire Reserve or Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business credit card to your profile. 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 San Diego options, users can look for specific visual indicators—often blue badges or labels—that note a Sapphire reservation slot.
While the program may provide access to 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 access to the Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program, the Chase Sapphire Reserve consumer card also provides additional dining-related benefits, including:
Statement credits
Cardmembers can get up to $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. Statement credits are typically applied within 1 to 2 billing cycles.
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 can receive early or exclusive access to tickets for dining experiences and major food festivals. There may also be additional perks on-site, such as access to dedicated lounges or specialized tastings.
In summary
The Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program can help cardmembers secure reservations in San Diego’s upscale dining landscape. 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, up to $300 annually in statement credits on dining purchases at select restaurants and access to curated dining experiences through Sapphire Reserve Experiences.
