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The Elm

614 E 2nd Street, Bloomington, IN, 47404

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Overview

  • About View
    • The Elm is a restaurant, bar and coffeehouse located in the Elm Heights neighborhood of Bloomington. The menu features chef-inspired seasonal menus with global influences.
      Dinner reservations are recommended and may be made online or by phone.
    • Services available in the venue include: A full-service restaurant and bar that is open for dinner/in the evenings from Wednesday - Saturday from 5 - 10 pm; Sunday brunch from 9 am - 2 pm; and a Coffeehouse that is open Wednesday - Friday from 7:30 am - 1 pm and on Saturday from 8 am to 12:30 pm.
    • View information on opening times.
  • Parking and Public Transportation View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the booths on the ground level have one step up.
    • The mezzanine dining room, bar and private dining room can be accessed via stairway.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • There is seating available.
    • There is not an assistive listening system.

Parking

  • Parking View
    • The parking lot is located to the right (west) of the restaurant off 2nd Street, and in front of the restaurant on 2nd Street.
    • The parking lot is open air/surface.
    • The surface consists of asphalt.
  • Accessible Parking Spaces View
    • Elm customers using the parking lot must park on the left side of the shared parking lot only. Parking spaces on the right side of the parking lot is for the adjacent apartment buildings only. Parking on the right may result in towing and fines.
  • Van Accessible Parking Spaces View
    • There is 1 designated van accessible parking space available.
    • The van accessible parking spaces are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The van accessible parking space width is 8ft 2.03in (249cm).
    • There is an adjacent marked access aisle to one side.
    • The width of the adjacent marked access aisle is 8ft 2.03in (249cm).
    • The adjacent marked access aisle extends the full length of the parking space.
    • The nearest designated van accessible parking space is 66 ft.(20.12m) from entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the designated van accessible parking has ramps/slopes.
    • The ramp has a gradient of 1:14.
    • There is a step-free level resting area.
    • There is a curb ramp with detectable warnings from the designated van accessible parking.
    • Two parking spaces share one van-accessible aisle. The left parking space is the designated, signposted accessible space; however, the right space may also use the access aisle.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for all users.
    • Parking charges/restriction signs are provided.
    • Signs are easy to read.
  • Passenger Loading Zone View
    • There is not a designated passenger loading zone available.
  • On-street Parking View
    • On-street standard parking is available.
    • On-street parking is available in the Neighborhood Zones surrounding The Elm, and is free after 5:00 pm Monday-Friday, as well as all day Saturday and Sunday. The following streets are places with more frequent space availability:
    • E. University Street, from S. Park Avenue to S. Grant Street
    • E. 2nd Street, from S. Park Avenue to S. Henderson Street (approach from the east)
    • S. Fess Avenue, from E. Hunter Avenue to E. Maxwell Lane.

Restrooms and Changing Facilities Available

  • Single-occupant Restrooms with Accessibility Features View
    • There are 4 single-occupant restrooms with accessibility features.
    • These are all-gender single-occupant restrooms with accessibility features.
    • The single-occupant restrooms with accessibility features are located to the left upon entering, near the exit door and the stairway.
    • The transfer space within the single-occupant restrooms with accessibility features varies between left hand transfer and right hand transfer.
    • One second floor restroom has a right hand transfer and the other has a left hand transfer; the downstairs restrooms both have a left hand transfer.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the two downstairs restrooms.

Entrance, Foyer and Host Stand

  • This entrance is located on the west (right) side of the building facing 2nd Street.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess that provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The doors are easy to open.
  • The doors have pull handles.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 9in (86cm).
  • The doors has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a large foyer and seating area with bench seats between the two sets of doors.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors.
  • The second set of doors opens towards you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The doors have pull handles.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 9in (86cm).
  • The doors have a medium visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter the entrance.
  • There is a host stand to the right upon entering the second set of doors. The host stand is 46 in. tall. Coats may be stored in the closet behind the host stand upon request.

Getting Around

  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the upstairs mezzanine dining, bar and private dining areas.
  • The flooring is hard.
  • There is a low visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • There may be background noise.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and bench seats.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Coffeehouse

  • Location and Access View
    • The Coffeehouse is located at the front of the restaurant.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • The Coffeehouse may be accessed via the outdoor service window or the inside service counter. The inside Coffeehouse area is just beyond the host stand, to the left when entering the entrance.
    • The inside service counter and seating area is described here.
  • Service and Payment View
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • The type of food served here is baked goods, coffee drinks, teas and cold beverages.
    • Menus are wall-mounted.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: dairy free, lactose free and vegetarian.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeout cups and takeout utensils.
    • The height of the counter is 2ft 9in (86cm).
    • Self-serve items are reachable when seated in a wheelchair (within 48in - 1220mm reach).
    • The height of the service counter at the outdoor walk-up window is 37 1/4 in. .
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area surveyed is located on the left side of the restaurant just beyond the indoor service counter.
    • The most accessible route to the seating area has step-free level access.
    • There is space for a wheelchair user to maneuver (60in x 60in - 1525mm x 1525mm).
    • The flooring is hard.
    • There is a low visual contrast between the walls and floor.
    • There are chairs without armrests and bench seats in this area.
    • There are dining tables, high tables and long tables in this area.
    • There are some tables suitable for wheelchair users (between 28in and 34in - 710mm and 860mm from the floor).
    • There is sufficient unobstructed space (at least 30 inches wide) between tables and seating areas to allow for a wheelchair to pass through.
    • There may be background noise.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • The Coffeehouse seating area is the same as the left side dining area.

Dining and Bar Area - Ground Floor

  • Location and Access View
    • The bar and dining area is located to the left and right upon entering the building.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • Service and Payment View
    • This area has a bar where food and drink can be ordered and numerous seating areas.
    • Full table service is available.
    • The type of food served here is chef-inspired dinner menu and Sunday brunch.
    • Menus are handheld.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws and takeout cups.
    • There is not an assistive listening system.
    • The bar was surveyed.
    • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
    • The height of the counter is 3ft 6in (107cm).
    • The high tables in the bar area are also 42 in. high. The bar stools are 30.5 in. tall.
      In addition to drinks, the full restaurant menu is available at the bar.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area surveyed is located on the ground floor, on the right and left before the bar area.
    • The most accessible route to the seating area has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
    • The following areas have stepped access: Booth seating at the rear of the ground floor is on a platform that is 6.25 in. high, requiring one step up.
    • There is space for a wheelchair user to maneuver (60in x 60in - 1525mm x 1525mm).
    • The flooring is hard.
    • There is a low visual contrast between the walls and floor.
    • There are chairs without armrests, booths, bench seats and high stools in this area.
    • There are dining tables, high tables and long tables in this area.
    • There are some tables suitable for wheelchair users (between 28in and 34in - 710mm and 860mm from the floor).
    • There is sufficient unobstructed space (at least 30 inches wide) between tables and seating areas to allow for a wheelchair to pass through.
    • There may be background noise.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • Music is played through ceiling-hung speakers at the Elm; however, the music volume is very low. Most hearing customers report that they do not have difficulty hearing conversations.

Restroom with Accessibility Features - Ground floor - Single, all gender - Left hand transfer

  • Location and Access View
    • The restroom surveyed is a single-occupant all-gender restroom.
    • The restroom surveyed is located directly ahead from the entrance and to the right, the restroom on the right.
    • The restroom surveyed is approximately 82 ft. from the entrance.
    • The most accessible route to the restroom has step-free level access.
    • The room's signage is on the wall (on the latch side).
    • The signage is Braille, tactile and pictorial.
    • The door into the restroom opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The door has a lever handle.
    • The width of the restroom door opening is 33.5 inches.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The overall dimensions are 83.5 in. x 84 in.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left of the toilet as you look at it.
    • The lateral transfer space is 38 in. (from the side of the toilet bowl to the wall).
    • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab bar on the rear wall and on the side wall.
    • The horizontal grab bars have a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
    • There is a vertical grab bar on the side wall.
    • The vertical grab bar has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
    • The toilet seat is 18 in. from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall-mounted toilet paper dispenser that can be easily reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet paper dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet paper dispenser is 28 in. from the floor.
    • The sink is 34 in. from the floor.
    • The sink faucet type is sensor.
    • There is a soap dispenser, that is not wall-mounted.
    • There is a wall-mounted paper towel dispenser.
    • The paper towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The paper towel dispenser is 45 in. from the floor.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a mirror above the sink/counter top with its bottom edge within 40in (1000mm) maximum from the finish floor.
    • There is an unobstructed shelf.
    • The shelf is not at a recommended height (within 48in - 1220mm from the floor).
    • The stall has a wastebasket.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 120 in. from the floor.
    • The baby changing station when in use is at a height of 47 in. from the floor.
    • The baby changing station does not obstruct the turning space.
    • There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairway (to Mezzanine )

  • The stairway surveyed is located at the opposite end of the restaurant from the entrance and to the right.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairway are ground floor and mezzanine level.
  • There are 20 steps between floors.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • The handrail is easy to grip.
  • The height of the handrails is 3ft 1in (95cm).
  • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the highest step is 7in (18cm).
  • The minimum tread depth is 1ft 0in (31cm).
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are 12 steps to the landing area and 8 additional steps to the mezzanine level.

Dining and Bar Area - Mezzanine

  • Location and Access View
    • The most accessible route has steps.
    • There are double manual doors to enter.
    • The doors have a low visual contrast.
    • The doors are permanently held open.
    • The width of the opening is 4ft 7in (140cm).
  • Service and Payment View
    • This area has a bar where food and drink can be ordered and numerous seating areas.
    • Full table service is available.
    • The type of food served here is the same as the food served in the ground floor dining area.
    • Menus are handheld.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws.
    • There is not an assistive listening system.
    • The bar was surveyed.
    • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
    • The height of the counter is 3ft 6in (107cm).
    • The bar is 42 in. high. The bar stools are 30.5 in. tall.
      In addition to drinks, the full restaurant menu is available at the bar.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area surveyed is located to the left then right at the top of the stairs.
    • The most accessible route to the seating area has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • There is space for a wheelchair user to maneuver (60in x 60in - 1525mm x 1525mm).
    • The flooring is hard.
    • There is a low visual contrast between the walls and floor.
    • There are chairs without armrests and high stools in this area.
    • There are dining tables in this area.
    • All tables are suitable for wheelchair users (between 28in and 34in - 710mm and 860mm from the floor).
    • There is sufficient unobstructed space (at least 30 inches wide) between tables and seating areas to allow for a wheelchair to pass through.
    • There may be background noise.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • Music is played through ceiling-hung speakers at the Elm; however, the music volume is very low. Most hearing customers report that they do not have difficulty hearing conversations.

Private Dining Room (Mezzanine)

  • The room surveyed is located on the mezzanine level to the right at the top of the stairs.
  • The most accessible route to the room has steps.
  • There is step-free level access to enter.
  • There is a single manual door to enter the room.
  • The door has a low visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door has a lever handle.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 9in (85cm).
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is space for a wheelchair user to maneuver (60in x 60in - 1525mm x 1525mm).
  • There is a low visual contrast between the walls and floor.
  • There are chairs without armrests in this room.
  • There are long tables in this room.
  • All tables are suitable for wheelchair users (between 28in and 34in - 710mm and 860mm from the floor).
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • This room is for private events and may be reserved by phoning or emailing the restaurant.

Exit (side door)

  • This exit is located on the ground floor near the restrooms.
  • There is step-free level access at the exit.
  • The exit area is clearly signed.
  • There is a single manual door at this exit.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The door has a push bar.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 9in (85cm).
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second single manual door.
  • The second door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door has a push bar.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 9in (85cm).
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a glass-walled vestibule between the first and second doors.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter the exit.
  • This exit is generally used to access the outdoor patio, especially by servers.