Snagging a Table

I admit to feeling awkward securing a table. It required that I stalk a table when I spotted a mom showing signs of cleaning her kids up to exit. 

I approached and politely asked if they were preparing to leave? They said they were and I encouraged them to take their time as my peeps were still ensconced in line. But also told them I'd be the vulture standing nearby.

It worked out fine. 

In fact, it turned out that I have significant vulture-skeels and was able to relieve the stress of a couple other fams tiredly wishing for a table. 

Especially if you're going to eat during typical meal times (it was 12:30ish, lunch when we chose to eat) try to release someone from your party to secure your table. Of course, this may be tricky for the table-getter to order. I used the food I was seeing on tables around me to decide. My son order for me. 

Nice table-service!