American Express has made a notable expansion in its restaurant offerings.
Recently, Amex introduced a restaurant reservation service called Reggie, which will integrate with the Tock platform this summer. This merger aims to add over 25,000 restaurants, wineries, and hospitality venues to the Resy network.
This is great news for eligible Amex cardholders who have Resy Dining Credit, as it opens up thousands of additional spots to utilize that credit.
Over 25,000 Restaurants and Wineries Joining Resy
In case you’re not familiar, Tock is recognized for its exclusive dining experiences, including prepaid tasting menus and winery visits. Once the integration rolls out, you’ll be able to book Tock locations directly through the Resy app and website, as the standalone Tock app and exploretock.com will be discontinued.
Among the notable restaurants being added are:
- Alinea in Chicago
- Atomics in New York City
- Lazy Bear in San Francisco
- Canlis in Seattle
- Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Westchester, New York
Moreover, over 1,200 wineries will also become part of the platform, including:
- Heights Cellar, St. Helena, California
- Antica Terra, Willamette Valley, Washington
- Scribe Winery in Sonoma, California
- Ridge Vineyards, Healdsburg, California
Currently, Resy has a significant footprint in the U.S., featuring numerous restaurants where the public can make reservations. The integration of Tock’s fine dining and unique wine tasting opportunities will likely enhance the experience for food enthusiasts.
Implications for Amex Resy Dining Credits
This development is particularly interesting for cardholders.
With certain American Express cards, you can earn recurring Resy Dining Credit when you register and pay with an eligible card at participating Resy restaurants.
Since Tock venues will be incorporated into Resy, many of these new restaurants and wineries should qualify for this benefit once everything is in place.
However, there are still some unknowns. Certain Resy credits are limited to U.S. locations, and while Tock is famous for its prepaid experiences, the eligibility of credits in this regard isn’t fully clear yet. American Express hasn’t disclosed whether all previous Tock venues will qualify.
Even with these uncertainties, the broader array of Resy venues suggests more chances to utilize—and maximize—your credits.
Some American Express cards provide ongoing Resy dining credits, which can help mitigate the cost of the annual fee if utilized wisely. You need to register to access all available benefits, and credits will be applied during payment at U.S. Resy restaurants.
Cardholders can activate the offers, use their qualifying cards at participating U.S. Resy restaurants, and receive the credit.
With thousands of new dining options and wineries becoming part of Resy, it should be easier to make the most of these credits, particularly if you enjoy splurge-worthy meals or trips to wine country.
Conclusion
The merger of Resy and Tock predominantly serves to benefit American Express cardholders.
Amex is enhancing its rewards for dining enthusiasts by incorporating 25,000 properties, including Michelin-starred locations and over 1,200 wineries. While the official list of Tock properties accepting Amex Resy credits hasn’t been announced yet, eligible cardholders will likely find themselves with more opportunities to convert their reservations into statement credits soon.
