American Express is streamlining its dining rewards program by integrating Resy, its restaurant reservation platform, with Tock, a high-end booking service known for exclusive experiences. This summer’s merger will bring over 25,000 venues – including prestigious restaurants and wineries – under the Resy umbrella, significantly expanding options for cardholders who benefit from Amex dining credits.
What’s Changing?
Tock currently specializes in upscale dining, prepaid tasting menus, and curated winery experiences. Once the integration is complete, these venues will become directly bookable through the Resy app and website. The standalone Tock platform will be discontinued.
Key venues joining Resy include:
– Alinea (Chicago)
– Atomix (New York City)
– Lazy Bear (San Francisco)
– Canlis (Seattle)
– Blue Hill at Stone Barns (Westchester, NY)
The addition also extends to over 1,200 wineries, such as:
– Heitz Cellar (St. Helena, CA)
– Antica Terra (Oregon)
– Scribe Winery (Sonoma, CA)
– Ridge Vineyards (Healdsburg, CA)
How This Affects Amex Cardholders
This expansion is particularly beneficial for American Express cardholders with Resy dining credits, as the integration means more places to spend them. Amex confirmed that Tock venues will soon qualify for these credits, potentially allowing users to maximize their benefits at fine-dining establishments and wineries previously exclusive to Tock.
Eligible Amex cards include:
- American Express Platinum Card: Up to $400 per year ($100 quarterly)
- American Express Gold Card: Up to $100 per year ($50 biannually)
- Delta SkyMiles Platinum Cards (Personal & Business): Up to $120 per year ($10 monthly)
- Delta SkyMiles Reserve Cards (Personal & Business): Up to $240 per year ($20 monthly)
While some credits may be restricted to U.S. restaurants, the increase in participating venues should offer more flexibility in utilizing these perks.
Why This Matters
This move underscores a trend toward premium travel and dining rewards programs, where high-end experiences are increasingly incentivized. Amex is not just offering a reservation service; it’s deepening ties with luxury brands and exclusive venues, making its cards more valuable for affluent consumers. The integration of Tock also suggests a shift toward more prepaid or ticketed dining experiences, which could reshape how users approach reservations.
The merger between Resy and Tock is a clear win for Amex cardholders, adding significant value to dining-focused lifestyle perks. More venues mean more opportunities to maximize statement credits.
The expansion of Resy with Tock promises greater flexibility and value for Amex cardholders, making it easier to leverage rewards at top-tier establishments and wineries.
