Industry-specific ADA requirements
- Menus must be readable by screen readers and keyboard users
- Online ordering flows should be operable without a mouse
- Reservation forms must have clear labels and instructions
Common accessibility issues
- Image-only menus without alt text
- Contrast issues on specials and pricing
- Forms missing labels on delivery checkout
- Focus trapped in promo modals
Lawsuit risk
Current lawsuit exposure for this industry is considered high. Businesses in higher-risk categories should prioritize audits and remediation to reduce ADA complaints.
Compliance checklist
- Provide text-based menus and accessible PDFs
- Ensure online ordering works with keyboard only
- Label all reservation and contact fields
- Add skip links for long navigation
- Confirm color contrast on buttons and prices
- Announce order confirmations with status messages
Related resources
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