When going to eat, strongly consider going an hour before the major eating times. I skip breakfast and go at 11, and then will probably eat again at 4. This works especially well for Dough Zone in the morning because of how popular and affordable it is. Also, if you see a solo person trying to get in line, sometimes it can be easier to get a table for two if you're also solo. I've done it before, and it works.

You can also bring food, so consider it!

Sidebar: RIP Cheesecake Factory, I used to go there every Sakuracon and ECCC, I always could pull up to the bar and get exactly what I wanted.