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Official United States Food / Dining Service Sign Road Sign

Federal MUTCD Specifications

Standard Code
D9-9
Sign Category
Guide & Services
Shape
Square
Color Scheme
Blue Background with White Fork and Knife Symbol

Guide & Services Road Sign (D9-9)

Food / Dining Service Sign Sign Meaning & Driving Rules

Indicates that restaurants, food services, or dining establishments are available at the upcoming exit.

Required Driver Action & Right-of-Way Protocol

Follow the exit ramp to access food and dining establishments.

Detailed Overview & Purpose

The Food Service sign (D9-9) alerts highway travelers to commercial dining options accessible from the upcoming interchange.

Key Standard & Origin: To qualify for a highway food service sign, restaurants must meet minimum operational hours and restroom availability standards.

Where You'll Find This Sign

Freeway exit service panels and expressway approach boards.

Common Driver Mistakes to Avoid

Expecting full-service dining in remote rural exits where only convenience stores operate.

How This Sign Appears on the DMV Knowledge & Road Test

Tests color coding: blue = motorist services.

Legal Penalties and Moving Violations

None; motorist service sign.

DMV Knowledge Check

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