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Taiwanese Gourmet runs mostly on walk-in traffic, according to Resy's blog, which described the Elmhurst spot as taking walk-ins for the bulk of its business while accepting phone reservations only for larger parties, via a listed restaurant line (Resy, blog.resy.com).
There's no separate wait-list system reported — Resy's write-up frames it as a straightforward, no-frills corner restaurant rather than a line-out-the-door destination, with the operational quirks (cash only, BYOB) as the more notable friction points for first-time diners (Resy, blog.resy.com).
Patterns as reported by press and regulars — not measured by damnlines.
Reservations: Reservations accepted by phone for larger parties only; walk-ins are the norm for smaller groups (Resy).
Walk-ins: Yes — walk-ins are the primary way most diners are seated, per Resy.
No specific wait times have been reported; Resy describes it as a walk-in-friendly corner spot in Elmhurst rather than a venue known for long lines (Resy, blog.resy.com).
Yes, but only for larger parties — Resy notes reservations can be made by calling the restaurant directly, while smaller groups are expected to walk in (Resy).
Yes — per Resy, walk-ins are how most diners are seated, with phone reservations reserved for bigger groups (Resy).
Sources: Resy Blog — NYC Restaurants, September 2025 Hit List