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It's 4 p.m., and that means it's time to play Two for Eight. We just asked ten restaurants the best time they can squeeze a couple in for dinner; you need only make your chosen reservation. (As always, we make the calls but don't guarantee the results.) Today: Clinton-era favorites.

Aureole
212-319-1660
Two for eight? No
Best available: 8:45 p.m.

Blue Water Grill (Menu)
212-675-9500
Two for eight: No
Best available: 9:15 p.m.

Gotham Bar and Grill (Menu)
212-620-4020
Two for eight? No
Best available: 9 p.m.

JoJo (Menu)
212-223-5656
Two for eight? No
Best available: 8:30 p.m.

Nobu (Menu)
212-219-0500
First attempt: Busy signal
Second attempt: Two for eight? No
Best available: Fully Booked

The Odeon (Menu)
212-233-0507
Two for eight? Yes

Park Bistro (Menu)
212-689-1360
Two for eight? Yes

Periyali (Menu)
212-463-7890
Two for eight? Yes

Shun Lee Palace (Menu)
212-371-8844
Two for eight? Yes

Union Square Cafe (Menu)
212-243-4020
Two for eight? No
Best available: 9:45 p.m.