Open to everyone.
Vida Cafe is committed to welcoming every guest, whether you are dining in, picking up takeout, or joining us for a private event. Below is a plain-language description of what to expect when you visit us at 45641 McKenzie Hwy in Vida, Oregon.
Getting inside
The cafe entrance faces the McKenzie Highway, directly off our parking lot. There is a paved, step-free path from the front door to our two designated accessible parking spots, which are van-width and marked with the standard symbol. The entrance threshold is less than half an inch — easy for wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers.
The interior dining room is all on one level. There are no interior stairs, no sunken areas, and no raised platforms. Aisle widths between the tables range from approximately 34 to 44 inches, depending on table placement. Staff can reconfigure seating on request to widen aisles for a wheelchair or scooter.
Restrooms
We have two single-occupant restrooms. The larger is accessible and includes a grab bar and a roll-under sink. Because it is single-occupant, anyone can use it regardless of gender. If the accessible restroom is occupied, staff can help coordinate.
Seating and service
Our booths require stepping over a low fixed base and are not ideal for wheelchair users. Our tables and counter have movable chairs, and staff will gladly clear a table near the door for anyone who needs easy access. If you would prefer the counter, we have two stools with backs and three without — let a server know your preference.
Menus are available in print on every table. Large-print menus are available on request — just ask any server. Our staff is happy to read the menu aloud, explain ingredients, or answer questions about allergens, spice levels, or preparation.
Service animals
Service animals as defined by the ADA are welcome anywhere in the cafe. Pets and emotional support animals are welcome on the outdoor patio only. We keep a water bowl outside the front door and a jar of dog biscuits at the register — feel free to help yourself.
Assistance at the door and at the counter
If you need help with the door, carrying a tray, or bringing your takeout bag to the car, please ask. Staff are always ready to assist and will not require you to explain why you need help. If you call ahead at (541) 896-3289, we can arrange for someone to meet you at your car.
Website accessibility
We have designed this website to work with screen readers, keyboard navigation, and browser zoom. Specifically:
- All interactive elements are reachable by keyboard and use visible focus indicators.
- Images have descriptive alternative text.
- Page structure uses semantic headings, landmarks, and a skip-to-content link.
- Color contrast meets or exceeds WCAG 2.1 AA for body text and interactive elements.
- Forms are labeled with real
<label>elements and validation messages are announced to screen readers. - The site does not rely on JavaScript for core content like the menu — the full menu is plain HTML.
If you find a page that does not work with your assistive technology, please tell us at [email protected] or call (541) 896-3289. We will fix what we can and provide the information you need by phone or email in the meantime.
Feedback and improvement
We are a small business and we do not always get it right. If something about your visit — or your experience with this website — made you feel unwelcome or excluded, we want to know. Call us, email us, or speak to a manager during your visit. We will listen, we will apologize if we need to, and we will work to do better.
Contact for accessibility requests
Vida Cafe
45641 McKenzie Hwy, Vida, OR 97488
Phone: (541) 896-3289
Email: [email protected]
Last updated: January 2025