I noticed there was availability at the *restaurant* for our upcoming trip in April at 7:30 am EDT on the 60 day mark, for our arrival evening. We ate there last year and enjoyed it, but I didn't feel they need to pay for the fixed price meal for all of us again.
I wondered if they are purposely limiting the staffing on the *Lounge* because it cannibalizes the more profitable restaurant. That is, if they still have reservations available at the restaurant, why open seats at the Lounge, especially if they have issues with staffing?
Side note, I thought the ambiance was cool, but not more fun nor cooler than Oga's for a drink, and Oga's always has tons of availability at all times. And there are so many food options at Epcot!