THE EIGHTY SIX

"The user states that obtaining a reservation for two is not difficult if one is flexible with timing (e.g., 4:30 or 9:30 PM) and avoids weekends. They recommend emailing months in advance and following their guidance. The user has dined there twice and found the food good, though not revelatory, and better than Corner Store in vibe and food."

"This comment criticizes the effort people put into securing reservations at non-Michelin steakhouses a year in advance, viewing it as a negative aspect of NYC's dining culture."

"This user hopes for a decline in the restaurant's hype, stating that the food is unexceptional and the ambiance is readily available elsewhere, with a premium paid for hospitality without substantial return."

"The user questions if the girlfriend actually picked the restaurant, suggesting that similar art deco chophouses are common in NYC and other options exist if a reservation cannot be secured."

"To secure a reservation, the user suggests lining up early or calling when reservations are released, noting that knowing someone might help. This is presented as the only options besides luck."

"Chumley's is noted as RIP, indicating it has closed."

"The user mentions having been to The Eighty Six and states it's a Catch Group restaurant accessible via DoorDash reservations. They also offer to help others secure a reservation."

"The Eighty Six is a highly recommended spot in the area of 4 Charles Prime, potentially tying or even surpassing it in quality. It's advised to arrive at 4 PM sharp for potential bar seating, which offers stunning ambiance and exceptional hospitality from kind chefs."

"The Eighty Six is included in a list of restaurants that might feature booths, suggesting a potentially spacious dining environment."

"Commented on the history of the location of The Eighty Six, mentioning its previous iterations (Chumley's, The Frog) and suggesting the current establishment might be worth checking out."

"Accused the OP of writing an advertisement and suggested they should have simply stated they dined alone instead of fabricating details like a hacked account and being stood up."

"Stated it's an advertisement in response to the interpretation of strategic over-ordering."

"Responded to the query about 'the corner store', explaining that while there are similarities in vibe and service, the menus differ. They described The Corner Store as having a classy diner feel and The Eighty Six as a darker, intimate speakeasy steakhouse, noting that The Eighty Six replaced Chumley's and retains that speakeasy style."

"The Eighty Six is listed as a good spot in Greenwich/West Village, with a note that reservations might be needed or to go at opening/late, suggesting it's a place that requires planning."

"Expressed astonishment at the quantity of food the OP consumed alone."

"Asked if the post was the 'boy version of girldinnerdiaries', referencing a popular social media trend of documenting solo meals."

"A brief, jocular remark suggesting the attentive service might be due to the restaurant's fear of a 'reviewer'."

"A brief comment describing the pasta as 'too good'."

"This commenter suggested that the staff's exceptional service for a solo diner might be because they recognized the diner was genuinely there to enjoy the meal, rather than just for show."

"Stated that the attractive plating of the food was 'too good to waste on someone who couldn't show up', implying the OP made the right choice by enjoying it themselves."