My FSIL did this for her wedding and just recently told me how affordable it was (she chose a restaurant near her south loop loft, where weekends are "slower" since it's the meat packing area). We met with the owner/chef of a restaurant and he's offering, what I think is, a really great deal. I just wanted to know if any other brides have gone this route and if this is actually a "good deal". He's offering $28-$30 pp for food (apps included). We would negotiate the bar pricing, probably $3-$5 a drink. Pros/cons of going this route? Thanks!!