I am paranoid about my bike being stolen, that is why. It is a cheap bike (under $300 from Amazon), but after investing so much money and time in fitting it at shop, putting a rack and panniers and a U-lock bracket and everything on it, I am a little reluctant to lock it near a restaurant. Even though I have a heavy, expensive lock.

But I see that self-transporting to the restaurant is the safest option.