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56 James Street, London, W1U 1HF

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Summary

  • There is not onsite parking available here.
  • The most accessible entrance has: level step free access and a manual door.
  • There is step free access to the ground floor only once inside.
  • Toilet and changing facilities available include: a standard toilet.
  • This venue also has the following available: seating and facilities for assistance dogs.
  • The standard toilet is on the basement floor. The basement floor is accessible via stepped access only.

Getting Here (St Christopher's Place)

On Street Parking (St Christopher's Place)

  • There is a/are clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Duke Street, Barrett Street, and Marylebone Lane.
  • The dimensions of the on street Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Free parking for Blue Badge holders is for 4 only.
  • On Street Standard Parking View
    • Standard on street parking is available.
    • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Duke Street, Barrett Street, and Picton Place.
    • All of the parking bays are limited to a maximum of 4 hours, Monday - Saturday 08:30 - 18:30. The standard parking bays are pay-to-park via phone. The standard parking bays are not free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Comments View
    • Parking in the area is very limited and visitors are encouraged to use public transport; however, for information about the Blue Badge Scheme and parking in London please click here (new tab).
    • For information on where you can park with a disabled parking badge please click here (new tab).

Opening Times

  • Monday 12:00 - 22:00.
  • Tuesday 12:00 - 22:00.
  • Wednesday 12:00 - 22:00.
  • Thursday 12:00 - 22:00.
  • Friday 12:00 - 22:30.
  • Saturday 12:00 - 22:30.
  • Sunday 12:00 - 22:00.

Getting Help and Assistance

  • There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
  • There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
  • British Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
  • There is not a member of staff trained in Irish Sign Language.
  • Irish Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
  • There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
  • Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
  • There are not mobility aids available.
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people who may feel scared or at risk.

Entrance

  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a single manual door which is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 100cm.
  • There is not a second set of doors.

Eating and Drinking

  • This is a restaurant which serves an a la carté menu.
  • There is step-free access.
  • Tables can be booked in advance.
  • There is full table service and staff can provide assistance.
  • Menu types include; handheld menus.
  • Menus are easy to read.
  • The following are available here: drinking straws, takeaway cutlery and a portable card machine for payment.
  • Lighting levels are low in the evening.
  • There is background noise here.
  • There is not a low level counter at the recommended height for wheelchair users.
  • The seating area has: room for a wheelchair user, tables which are accessible to wheelchair users, high tables, bench seats, stools and high stools.
  • The seating area does not have: a mixture of chairs with and without armrests.
  • There are some tables which are at a recommended height for wheelchair users.
  • The following furniture is permanently fixed: some of the chairs and some of the tables.
  • All flooring in the area is smooth and even.
  • The flooring is not non-slip, with no bold repeating patterns and a non-shiny finish.
  • The type of food is Taiwanese cuisine. There is indoor and outdoor seating available.

Stairs

  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are the basement dining area and standard toilet.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked with a handrail on the right.

Accessible Toilet

  • There is not an accessible toilet in the venue.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • There is stepped access into the toilet(s).
  • There is a manual door which opens inwards and has a good colour contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 68cm.
  • The shared standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are low in the cubicle.

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