If you’ve ever stood outside a packed brunch spot on a Sunday morning, watching the line snake around the corner while your stomach growls, you’ve probably wondered if there’s a smarter way to do this.
It turns out there is.
Anyone who has spent time researching Chicago brunch spots on Yelp knows the frustration of finding a restaurant tagged as “takes reservations,” calling ahead, and learning they actually don’t. Walk-ins only. First come, first served. Hope for the best.
That experience is exactly what NextMe was built to fix.
How it works
NextMe is a digital waitlist app that holds your place in line using just your phone number. No app download required. When you arrive at a restaurant using NextMe, the host adds you to the waitlist and the app sends a text with a link to your virtual waiting room, where you can track your real-time position in line.
The real benefit is what you do with that time. Instead of standing near the host stand waiting to hear your name, you’re free to grab a coffee nearby, browse a shop, or simply enjoy the neighborhood. When your table is getting close, NextMe sends another text so you can confirm your spot or cancel if your plans have changed. From there, you’ll be notified the moment the restaurant is ready to seat you.
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