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No Outside Food or Drink Signs
Restaurants, cafes, theaters and shops that sell food often ask guests not to bring in their own food or drink, and the rule is easier to follow when the sign is at the door. A short notice at eye level helps staff avoid the same debate at the counter.
18" x 12"
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No Outside Food or Drink Sign prices
| Size | Aluminum | Plastic | Reflective |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12" x 12" | $42.95 | $25.95 | Not offered |
| 12" x 18" | $42.95 | $25.95 | $68.95 |
| 18" x 12" | $42.95 | $25.95 | $68.95 |
| 24" x 18" | $63.95 | $40.95 | $137.95 |
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Where no outside food or drink signs are used
A no outside food or drink sign goes at the entry of a bowling alley's snack bar, the gate of a ballpark concession area, or the front of a bakery's tasting room. It sets the rule before a guest walks in with a bag from another shop. Some hockey rinks and pool halls post one too, near the ticket window or the snack counter. A guest who reads it at the door has no reason to argue at the counter.
Choosing the size and where to hang it
A door or a wall beside the entrance, at eye height, is where a guest sees the sign before stepping inside. The 18 in x 12 in size suits a single door, and the 24 in x 18 in size reads from the path into a concession area. Aluminum handles weather on an outdoor gate. Plastic is light and works in a lobby. Pick a color that stands out from the signs and displays around it.
Questions about no outside food or drink signs
Where should a no outside food sign go?
Place it on the glass beside the entry door or on a post just outside, at a height guests can read while holding a cup. Repeat it inside near the counter if guests often walk in with bags. Check your local rules if your business sits in a shared building with its own food rules.
What if I want a different thank you line?
The example 'Thank you' is a friendly close, and you can swap it for a short note about where guests can eat. Keep the extra line brief so the main words stay the biggest text on the sign.
Which colors and material suit a food business?
Black on white and white on red are offered. Plastic prints on one side and is light enough for a window with brass grommets, while aluminum is rust-free and suits an outdoor wall. Pick the size to fit the glass.
Does the sign cover a baby bottle or a medical diet?
The sign states the house rule, and the extra line can note an exception, such as Baby food allowed, if you choose to make one. Staff should know the exceptions before the sign goes up, so the answer at the door is the same each time. Check your state and local rules if a medical diet is involved.
Should the sign point to where food can be eaten?
It helps if you have an outdoor table or a picnic area. The extra line can name the spot, such as Picnic area on the north side, so guests know where to go instead of coming back in. Keep the directions short, and check the spot is open before you print the line.
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