Have you ever surveyed how much you spend eating out at a chain restaurant for an evening? Think about it. Have you surveyed how much you spend eating out at an independent restaurant, do you remember? Now, ask yourself this, is the amount you spend at an independent restaurant that much more than a chain? How much better was the food, the service and the wine/beer/spirits selection than your chain restaurant with their only national brand beverages available? Most independent restaurants offer very affordable small plates or even kids meals if you want to take the family. more…