If you’re a restaurant owner looking for a simple, weatherproof, and professional way to catch attention outdoors, Signicade A-frame signs should be at the top of your list.
Durable, portable, and easy to update, these heavy-duty plastic sandwich boards are used by thousands of restaurants to drive foot traffic, promote specials, and create a welcoming street presence.
Not sure how you'd use one? Here's a roundup of 7 creative and practical ways restaurants are using Signicade signs to stand out and bring people in.
🥪 1. Promote Daily Specials or Lunch Combos
Got a lunchtime rush to capture? A Signicade with a printed panel that highlights your lunch deal (like “$10 Lunch Combo – Sandwich + Soup + Soda”) is a great way to get attention from busy passersby.
✅ Works especially well for cafes, delis, and fast casual spots in office-heavy areas.
☕ 2. Display Seasonal Promotions or Limited-Time Offers
From pumpkin spice lattes to summer slushies, seasonal offers deserve attention. Use bright, bold graphics to showcase time-sensitive items. Because Signicade signs use replaceable 24" x 36" inserts, you can rotate panels with each season or campaign.
🔄 Just pop in a new poster—no need to buy a whole new sign.
📍 3. Wayfinding and Outdoor Seating Direction
If your restaurant has outdoor dining, curbside pickup, or a hidden entrance, a Signicade can guide guests effortlessly.
Example:
“Outdoor Seating in Back ⬅️” or “Pickup Window → Around the Corner”
🧭 Signicade signs are perfect for this because they’re durable, heavy enough to resist wind, and can be moved easily by staff.
🛍️ 4. Announce Takeout, Delivery, or Online Ordering
If you’ve launched a new delivery service or partnered with DoorDash or Uber Eats, your sidewalk traffic should know! Add a bold message like “We Deliver!” or “Order Online for Pickup – Scan Here” with a QR code.
📲 These signs turn foot traffic into takeout orders.
🎉 5. Event or Catering Promotion
Hosting live music? Offering holiday catering? Use a Signicade to promote special events like:
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Sunday Brunch
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Trivia Nights
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Catering Menus
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Private Dining Rentals
🎈 These signs work great outside your entrance or at event venues.
🎨 6. Brand the Entrance with Your Personality
Sometimes, it’s not about selling—just setting the vibe. Funny food quotes, local art, or a simple “Welcome to the Flavor Zone” in your brand colors can make your storefront more inviting.
💬 Customers love snapping photos of clever signs—and that’s free social media exposure.
🧼 7. Display Safety or Health Notices (Without Looking Boring)
COVID and post-COVID service guidelines made signs a necessity. Signicade boards helped restaurants display mask policies, QR menus, or sanitized table instructions—without resorting to duct-taped printer paper.
✨ Branded safety signs = professional, not panicked.
Why Restaurants Love Signicade Signs:
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Weatherproof: Made from heavy-duty plastic, ideal for rain or shine
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Weighted options: Can be filled with sand for windy areas
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Replaceable inserts: Easy to update seasonally or weekly
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Double-sided display: Visibility from both directions
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No tools needed: Folds flat and pops open in seconds
Final Thoughts
From foot traffic to food photos, what’s outside your door matters. A Signicade A-frame sign is one of the most versatile tools a restaurant can have—simple to use, hard to ignore, and endlessly reusable.
Whether you're launching a new dish, guiding guests, or just making someone smile, this sign does more than stand—it speaks.
Ready to print your own custom Signicade sign?
We offer full-color inserts, weatherproof printing, and low minimum orders—perfect for restaurants that want street-level visibility that works.
Let your sign say it loud, rain or shine.
Need this turned into a print flyer or visual checklist for your next campaign? I’d be happy to help!
