Dine-in restrictions

The restrictions on dine-in service under the directive announced Wednesday include the following, according to a news release from Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson’s office:

• Restaurants must limit number of customers to one-third of total capacity.

• Tables must be 10 feet apart so that diners will be seated 6 feet away from diners at other tables.

• Each employee who directly interacts with patrons must wear a face mask that completely covers nose and mouth. Kitchen staff and others are encouraged to wear a mask.

• Each employee must wear gloves. Gloves should be changed between each customer, customer group, or task.

• Management must conduct a daily health screening of all employees before they enter the restaurant. An employee with a cough, sore throat, fever, or shortness of breath must not enter the restaurant.

• Patrons must wear a face covering until the food or drink is served.

• Salad bars, buffets, and other self-serve features will remain closed.

• Groups must be 10 or fewer customers.

• Tables, chairs, salt/pepper shakers, condiment containers, and napkin holders will be cleaned and disinfected after each customer.

• Bars and entertainment operations (such as live music, in-seat gaming devices, or arcades) are prohibited.

• Normal service of alcohol within the restaurant seating area is allowed.

• Restrooms should be disinfected frequently.

• Service may be declined to patrons not wearing masks.