Waiter, can I order the tableware?

Above: At La Mercerie in the rear of the Roman and Williams Guild design store in New York, all the tableware, even the tables, is for sale. Left: Oysters at the restaurant.
Above: At La Mercerie in the rear of the Roman and Williams Guild design store in New York, all the tableware, even the tables, is for sale. PHOTOS: NYTIMES
Above: At La Mercerie in the rear of the Roman and Williams Guild design store in New York, all the tableware, even the tables, is for sale. Left: Oysters at the restaurant.
Above: Oysters at the restaurant.PHOTOS: NYTIMES

Diners at restaurants such as La Mercerie in New York can buy their plates, napkins and furniture