Waste Reduction Efforts: REDUCE -

• Single-use utensils, straws, condiments, and other accessory items are not provided (or only upon request).
• Non-plastic or biodegradable to-go cutlery is provided.
• Disposable to-go cutlery is provided upon request only.
• No plastic bags are used for takeout or to-go orders.
• Concessions and pre-packaged food items are not sold in plastic packaging.
• Beverages are not sold in plastic bottles.
• Non-plastic, recyclable, or biodegradable to-go beverage containers are available.
• No Styrofoam use.
• Food rescue procedures are in place.

Waste Reduction Efforts: REUSE -

• Only reusable food ware is used for onsite dining.
• Neither single-use plastic nor bio-based plastic containers are used for takeout or to-go orders, reusable containers are preferred.
• A discount is offered for customers with a reusable item (e.g. cup, container, bag).

Waste Reduction Efforts: RECYCLE -

• Proper recycling practices are followed.
• If DORA / ORA cups are provided, a location to recycle them is also provided.
• Styrofoam that is collected from back-of-house is taken to Lott Industries to be recycled.
• Composting efforts are in place for food waste.

Other Green Efforts -

• Vegetarian and vegan food options are offered.
• All seafood is ‘Best Choice’ or ‘Good Alternative’ as defined by Seafood Watch, or no seafood is served.
• A policy is in place for using locally sourced food.
• Water conservation and pollution mitigation efforts are implemented.
• Energy efficiency efforts are in place.
  

21 criteria satisfied = 5 LEAF RESTAURANT