Are computer bots making it harder to make that restaurant reservation?

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — In tonight’s what in the world file! How much have you paid for a restaurant reservation? You know, to slip past the line. It’s no secret it can be tough to reserve a table at a hot new restaurant… at the beach… in the big city… you get the idea.

There is a black market of sorts for getting into an establishment. Here’s how it works, fancy shmancy computers gobble up all the desired time slots online and will re-sell them at crazy prices. **not** sites like OpenTable or Resy or anything like that.

There’s a new proposed law in New York that would make sure restaurants won’t have to compete with bots… which really is a win for the hospitality industry. But get this. I looked up a restaurant in Columbia and for next Saturday at 7pm, you can get in for $360! I’m not going to mention which one, because … it’s ridiculous. My method which has proved true for years now… call before you go. Chez Douglas is a love all serve all kinda place. Follow me for more life advice.