Can we reserve a table for tonight?
pre-no-TA-re — four syllables, stress on third.
When calling or visiting a cocktail bar that takes reservations — increasingly common in upscale venues.
Modern Italian cocktail bars ('cocktail bar' or 'mixology bar') often take reservations, especially on weekends. This phrase works equally in this context and in restaurants.
Avete posti disponibili sabato sera?
Do you have available spots on Saturday evening?
More casual — 'posti' (spots/seats) rather than 'tavolo' (table)
Si può venire senza prenotazione?
Is it possible to come without a reservation?
Check if walk-ins are accepted — important for spontaneous plans
Organizziamo un cocktail bar experience per otto persone.
We are organising a cocktail bar experience for eight people.
For group bookings — some bars offer guided cocktail experiences for groups
Milan and Rome have a thriving cocktail bar scene with world-class establishments. Dry Milano, Mag Cafè, and The Jerry Thomas Project in Rome are among Europe's finest. Many require reservations on weekends and have tasting menus for cocktails — a concept borrowed from fine dining.