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Baristo Coffee House & Take Away

Edinburgh University Students' Association (EUSA), Potterrow, University of Edinburgh, Central Area, 5/2 Bristo Square, Potterrow, Edinburgh, EH8 9AL

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Access To

  • Baristo Coffee House & Take Away is located to the right of the entrance into the Edinburgh University Students' Association (EUSA), Potterrow.
  • View information on Edinburgh University Students' Association (EUSA), Potterrow (opens new tab).
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and automatic doors.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into Baristo Coffee House & Take Away.
  • There are double automatic doors which open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 142cm.
  • The doors have a medium visual contrast.
  • There are a second set of double manual doors which open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 142cm.
  • The second set of doors have a medium visual contrast.

Eating and Drinking

  • Location and Service View
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered and numerous seating options.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus are wall-mounted.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, lactose free and nut allergy.
    • The following are available: takeaway cups.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The payment counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located at the back of the shop.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 92cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: benches and high stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
    • Some tables are fixed.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There is an outside covered seating area that has tables and chairs with armrests.