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The Infatuation's SoHo lunch guide warns that at Shuka, "tables fill up fast, so make a reservation or show up right when they open at noon," framing the noon opening as the key window before demand outpaces seating.
The same guide positions Shuka as a strong pick for group lunches, implying the crowding pressure is heaviest around larger parties trying to book together, per The Infatuation.
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Reservations: Recommended via Resy
Walk-ins: Possible but tables fill fast; arrive at noon opening
Opens at noon
The Infatuation doesn't cite a specific wait time, but notes tables 'fill up fast' around the noon opening, implying a wait for walk-ins without a reservation.
Yes — The Infatuation recommends booking ahead via Resy to avoid the lunch rush.
Walk-ins are possible, but The Infatuation advises showing up right at the noon opening if you don't have a reservation, since tables fill quickly.