The definitive guide to American Express Global Dining Access by Resy
Editor's Note
An often overlooked benefit of being an Amex cardholder is having access to American Express Global Dining Access by Resy. Booking dining experiences via your Amex card and Resy can save you some serious cash at some of the finest dining establishments in the world.
Here's what you need to know to make your next meal a standout.
What is Global Dining Access by Resy?
The Global Dining Access by Resy is a portfolio of restaurants worldwide that partner with Amex to offer top-tier cardmembers premium dining experiences at some of the top spots in town. You can get prime restaurant reservations, even those at venues that show as fully booked. Many of the restaurants have earned Michelin stars or are continually listed as the best in their respective cities.
While reservations aren't always guaranteed, it's always good to know you have this benefit in your back pocket. It's like having a close friend who always has a connection at the hottest restaurant in town.
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Which cards are eligible for Global Dining Access by Resy?
How do you access this perk? Well, first, since this is an exclusive perk for certain cardholders, you'll need to have one of the following cards:
- The Platinum Card® from American Express
- American Express® Gold Card
- American Express Centurion Card*
- The Business Platinum Card® from American Express
- Business Centurion Card from American Express*
- Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card
- Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card
- Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card
- Corporate Platinum Card® from American Express*
- Corporate Centurion Card® from American Express*
- The Platinum Card® from American Express Exclusively for Morgan Stanley*
- The Platinum Card® from American Express Exclusively for Charles Schwab*
- The Platinum Card® from American Express for Goldman Sachs*
- The Centurion® Card from American Express for Goldman Sachs*
Even if you don't currently have one of those cards, you can still browse the list of restaurants and take note of places you may want to visit in the future.
Additionally, you can get a recurring Resy dining statement credit for U.S and other eligible Resy purchases if you own the Amex Platinum (up to $100 quarterly), the Amex Gold (up to $50 biannually) or one of the Delta cards listed above (up to $20 each month). Enrollment required.
*The information for these cards have been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
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How does Global Dining Access by Resy work?
The easiest place for Card Members to access Global Dining Access and make a reservation is through the Resy app and on Resy.com. Once an eligible Amex card is linked to your Resy account, you'll see your Global Dining Access benefits in Resy. (Cardmembers can also call the Amex concierge to get this set up.)
Keep in mind that you'll be subject to each restaurant's cancellation policy, which varies according to the establishment.
Participating restaurants
This is where things get really fun.
As we mentioned earlier, this collection includes some of the world's top restaurants—there are more than 100 restaurants in New York City alone! So you'll definitely want to check out the full list on Resy's site, as well.
Bottom line
Whatever restaurant you choose, remember to use a card that earns you bonus points on dining. Even though you'll need to have one of the aforementioned cards to have Global Dining Access, you're not required to pay for your meal with that card. In fact, you probably shouldn't, as there are other cards out there that earn more on dining purchases.
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| 3X | Earn 3X Miles on Delta purchases. |
| 1X | Earn 1X Miles on all other eligible purchases. |
Pros
- Delta SkyClub access when flying Delta
- Annual companion ticket for travel on Delta (upon renewal)
- Ability to earn MQDs through spending
- Various statement credits for eligible purchases
Cons
- Steep annual fee of $650
- Other Delta cobranded cards offer superior earning categories
- Earn 100,000 Bonus Miles after you spend $6,000 or more in purchases with your new Card within the first 6 months of Card Membership and an additional 25,000 bonus miles after you make an additional $3,000 in purchases on the Card within your first 6 months, starting from the date that your account is opened. Offer Ends 04/01/2026.
- Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card Members receive 15 Visits per Medallion® Year to the Delta Sky Club® when flying Delta and can unlock an unlimited number of Visits after spending $75,000 in purchases on your Card in a calendar year. Plus, you’ll receive four One-Time Guest Passes each Medallion Year so you can share the experience with family and friends when traveling Delta together.
- Enjoy complimentary access to The Centurion® Lounge in the U.S. and select international locations (as set forth on the Centurion Lounge Website), Sidecar by The Centurion® Lounge in the U.S. (see the Centurion Lounge Website for more information on Sidecar by The Centurion® Lounge availability), and Escape Lounges when flying on a Delta flight booked with the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card. § To access Sidecar by The Centurion® Lounge, Card Members must arrive within 90 minutes of their departing flight (including layovers). To access The Centurion® Lounge, Card Members must arrive within 3 hours of their departing flight. Effective July 8, 2026, during a layover, Card Members must arrive within 5 hours of the connecting flight.
- Receive $2,500 Medallion® Qualification Dollars with MQD Headstart each Medallion Qualification Year and earn $1 MQD for each $10 in purchases on your Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card with MQD Boost to get closer to Status next Medallion Year.
- Enjoy a Companion Certificate on a Delta First, Delta Comfort, or Delta Main round-trip flight to select destinations each year after renewal of your Card. The Companion Certificate requires payment of government-imposed taxes and fees of between $22 and $250 (for itineraries with up to four flight segments). Baggage charges and other restrictions apply. Delta Basic experiences are not eligible for this benefit.
- $240 Resy Credit: When you use your Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card for eligible purchases with U.S. Resy restaurants, you can earn up to $20 each month in statement credits. Enrollment required.
- $120 Rideshare Credit: Earn up to $10 back in statement credits each month after you use your Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card to pay for U.S. rideshare purchases with select providers. Enrollment required.
- Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card Members get 15% off when using miles to book Award Travel on Delta flights through delta.com and the Fly Delta app. Discount not applicable to partner-operated flights or to taxes and fees.
- With your Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card, receive upgrade priority over others with the same Medallion tier, product and fare experience purchased, and Million Miler milestone when you fly with Delta.
- Earn 3X Miles on Delta purchases and earn 1X Miles on all other eligible purchases.
- No Foreign Transaction Fees. Enjoy international travel without additional fees on purchases made abroad.
- $650 Annual Fee.
- Apply with confidence. Know if you're approved for a Card with no impact to your credit score. If you're approved and you choose to accept this Card, your credit score may be impacted.
- Terms Apply.
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