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73 W 11th St, New York, NY 10011
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The Infatuation describes Gene's as "always packed, even on a Tuesday," framing steady crowding as a defining trait of the century-old Italian restaurant rather than a weekend-only phenomenon.
The guide singles out the bar as "a coveted spot," suggesting that seats there — used for cocktails and appetizers like garlicky baked clams while waiting for a table — are themselves in demand, per The Infatuation. Neither reservation policy nor typical wait length is specified in the source.
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The Infatuation doesn't give an exact wait time but describes the restaurant as "always packed, even on a Tuesday," indicating crowding isn't limited to weekends.
The Infatuation's guide doesn't specify a reservation policy for Gene's.
Not addressed directly by The Infatuation, though the guide highlights the bar as "a coveted spot" for those waiting, implying walk-ins do happen but face competition for seats.
Sources: The Infatuation