Amex Resy Credit Expands to Select Tock Venues Sept. 15

As of August 11, 2024, restaurants, wineries, and other dining experiences previously exclusive to Tock are now integrated into the Resy platform, a move that brings together over 25,000 venues. This integration aims to enhance the dining reservation experience for users of both platforms. Tock is particularly recognized for its curated selection of high-end restaurants, tasting menus, wineries, and unique bookable dining experiences, featuring establishments such as The French Laundry, Alinea, Smyth, and Per Se. The integration allows Resy users to discover and book these premium experiences directly through the Resy app.

For American Express cardholders who utilize the Resy statement credit benefit, a significant expansion of eligible venues is scheduled to occur on September 15, 2024. Beginning on this date, select U.S.-based Tock venues will become eligible for the Resy statement credit. This development is expected to make the Amex Resy credit benefit more valuable by adding hundreds of new restaurants, wineries, and dining experiences to the list of qualifying locations. While Tock venues are available on Resy now, it is crucial to note that not all newly added Tock venues will immediately qualify for the Amex Resy statement credit. To assist users in identifying eligible locations, Resy will display a specific badge next to venues that currently accept the Amex Resy credit. This badge is intended to differentiate between existing Resy restaurants that are credit-eligible and the newly integrated Tock venues where the credit may not yet apply.

The integration of Tock into Resy represents a strategic move by both companies to broaden their reach and offer a more comprehensive dining discovery and booking service. Tock, known for its focus on premium and often hard-to-get reservations, complements Resy's existing network of restaurants. The addition of Tock's exclusive offerings, such as omakase counters and specialized tasting menus, provides Resy users with access to a wider array of sophisticated dining options. This partnership is designed to streamline the reservation process for diners seeking unique culinary experiences, while also providing valuable new booking channels for participating venues. The upcoming eligibility of select Tock venues for American Express credits is a key component of this integration, aiming to drive usage and provide tangible benefits to cardholders.

American Express cardholders with select cards offering the Resy credit benefit will see an expanded range of options starting September 15. The credit, which is designed to encourage dining out and support restaurant partners, will now be applicable at a greater number of high-caliber establishments. The specific Tock venues that will become eligible for the credit have not been fully detailed, but American Express has indicated that "hundreds of Tock venues will be Resy Credit-eligible on September 15 across the U.S. in major markets." This expansion is anticipated to enhance the perceived value of the Amex Resy benefit, making it a more attractive perk for card members interested in exploring premium dining opportunities. The clear identification of eligible venues through the Resy platform's new badge system will be essential for users to maximize their benefits and avoid confusion when attempting to redeem their statement credits.