Brews Bros Espresso (Downtown)


734 W. Sprague Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201
509-456-5858

The entrance to Brews Bros Espresso is a single door manually operated. There is a window in the middle of the door.

ACCESSIBILITY
FEATURES:

PARKING ON STREET
ACCESS TO TRANSIT
EXTERIOR PATHWAY &
SEATING

ENTRANCES
INTERIOR
SEATING
RESTROOM
COMMUNICATION
TECHNOLOGIES & CUSTOMER SERVICE

PARKING

This establishment has the following types of parking: on-street metered parking

  • There is a total of six spaces on Post Street near the business
  • None are marked ‘reserved’, ‘handicapped’, ‘disabled’, etc.
  • Surfaces of parking spaces are level, unbroken, firm, slip resistant

Passenger Loading Zone

  • There is a Passenger Loading Zone 65 feet north of the business entrance on Post Street
  • Route is at least 44 inches wide
  • Surface is level, unbroken, firm, slip resistant, free of obstacles
  • Route has curb ramps and curb cuts where needed
  • Route is not covered
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Bright in daytime)

ACCESS TO TRANSIT

  • Establishment is located within the STA Service Area for Paratransit
  • Brews Bros is located next to Zone 10 of of the downtown STA Plaza

The nearest bus stop is along the south side of the building on Sprague Avenue

  • Distance from nearest bus stop to wheelchair accessible entrance is 20 feet
  • Route is at least 44 inches wide
  • Surface is level, unbroken, firm, slip resistant, free of obstacles
  • Route is not covered
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Bright in daytime)

 

Access to STA Fixed Bus Route(s)

1) Route Number(s): In the same block as the STA Plaza, next to Zone 10; corner of North Post St. and West Sprague Avenue.

EXTERIOR

There is a sidewalk outside the entrance

  • Sidewalk is at least 44 inches wide
  • Surface is level, firm, slip resistant, free of obstacles
  • Pathway has curb ramps and curb cuts where needed
  • Pathway is not covered
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Low/Medium/Bright)

Steps are not needed to enter the establishment

There is a 42” ramp outside the entrance, which extends another 52” inside the entrance

  • Ramp is at least 36 inches wide
  • The ramp is clear of obstacles and protrusions of 4 inches or more from the sides
  • Ramp surface is firm, slip-resistant, and unbroken.
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Bright in daytime)

RAMPS/STAIRS

No ramps or stairs are needed to enter the establishment

MAIN ENTRANCE

  • The establishment has one public entrance
  • The main entrance is wheelchair accessible
  • Threshold of door is level.
  • Door threshold is no more than ½” high
  • As you enter, door opens toward you
  • Door has at least 32” clearance when door is open 90 degrees
  • Door is easy to open, requiring 10 lbs or less of force (during our visit = 7 lbs)
  • Door handles can be operated with closed fist
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Bright in daytime)

ENTRANCE NOTES:

  • Entrance is on N. Post St.

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INTERIOR

  • There are no interior doors (other than restroom door)
  • Hallways and aisles are at least 36” wide, or not less than 28” for 4 foot intervals
  • There are locations that allow 60” space for a wheelchair to turn around
  • Hallways and aisles are clear of obstacles, tripping hazards, objects protruding more than 4” or lower than 80”
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Low in hallway)

ELEVATORS AND LIFTS

  • No elevator or lift is needed as this business is on the ground
    level

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS:

  • There are signs to direct patrons to emergency exits

SEATING

  • The seating area can be accessed without steps
  • Customers can maneuver between tables without bumping into chairs (36” aisles)
  • All tables and chairs can be moved or rearranged
  • There are spaces for companions to sit next to wheelchair users
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Medium)

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RESTROOM

  • There is one public restroom in the establishment
  • Users do not need to ask for a key to use the restroom
  • The accessible restroom is designated “family”, “unisex”, or “assisted use”
  • Signage is between 48” and 60” from floor
  • Restroom signs have high contrast, Braille, raised lettering, low glare
  • Doors, handles, and levers can be operated with a closed fist
  • The room has a single toilet so a stall is not needed
  • Door has at least 32” clearance when open 90 degrees
  • Door is easy to open, requiring 5 lbs or less force to open
  • Door opens to the inside
  • Room is at least 60” wide from side to side
  • Room is at least 56” deep, front to back wall
  • Door can be closed once a wheelchair is inside
  • Grab bars are easily reachable behind toilet and on side wall nearest toilet
  • Height of toilet seat is at least 17” from the floor
  • Toilet flush lever can be operated with a closed fist
  • The height of the sink/counter top is no more than 34” from the floor
  • The faucet controls are no more than 17” from front edge of sink or counter top
  • The faucets can be operated with a closed fist
  • There is room for a wheelchair to roll under the sink (27” min clearance, 8” overhang, 9” toe space)
  • All pipes under the sinks are covered to prevent injury or burns
  • Height of soap dispenser control is no more than 48” from floor, and can be reached from a chair
  • Hand dryer or towel dispensers can be operated automatically or with a closed fist
  • Hand dryer or towel dispenser controls are no more than 48” from floor
  • Shelves to set items are no more than 48” from floor
  • Trash receptacles are positioned so they do not block the route of the door
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Low)

RESTROOM NOTES:

  • Restroom is down the hall at the back of the store

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COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES &
CUSTOMER SERVICE

 

  • Acoustics are comfortable (little echoing, background TV sounds, etc). Noise level = Medium
  • If a customer is unable to hear, other forms of communication include: writing pad
  • Auditory information is presented visually (specials written on displays)
  • Visual information is presented audibly (servers will read menus, etc.)
  • The following alternate means are available for patrons to order, contact, or schedule: phone
  • The establishment offers delivery
  • Information on food allergies, sensitivities is available
  • All items are within reach, or assistance is offered to reach them
  • If goods and services are not accessible, they are provided in alternative manner

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Accessibility Ambassador review conducted by Alisa Rudolf and Dave Reynolds on August 17, 2016