When I've booked the dining specialty packages, I made a fast run to the outside of the Oceanview Cafe by the elevators where a dining assistant was waiting to take restaurant reservations. I had a list of dates, times, and restaurants I wanted to reserve. He/she was always accommodating and no request was unfilled; however, we do dine early so maybe easier to book for us. FYI...The dining room maître d' was usually swamped with persons changing tables, etc, so I learned to try the OC first.