# Sign Language Eateries Signs Restaurant in Toronto is Meant to Create Jobs for Deaf Individuals By Meghan Young | Published 2014-07-07 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signs-restaurant References: [blogto](http://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2014/07/order_using_sign_language_at_new_toronto_restaurant/) & [thespectacular](http://thespectacular.ca/signs-restaurant/) Signs Restaurant is a revolutionary eatery that was conceived with the notion of creating more jobs for [deaf individuals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asl-saturdays). A similar concept to O.Noir, a restaurant that invites its guests to dine in the dark and employs legally blind waiters, Signs Restaurant ensures that it is giving back to the community in more ways than one. Founded by Anjan Manikumar, Signs Restaurant is set to open up in [Toronto, Canada](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-drake-hotel), in the upcoming week. According to BlogTO, "He was inspired to create the restaurant after learning a few signs to communicate with a regular customer at a [Boston Pizza](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-rage-room) he previously managed in Markham." The menu will feature a blend of Canadian and international food. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [New Ventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/newventures) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sign Language Restaurants:** Incorporate sign language into business models to create inclusion and job opportunities for the deaf community. - **Socially Conscious Dining:** Consumers increasingly seek socially responsible dining experiences and support businesses that give back to communities. - **Accessibility Services:** More restaurants may offer accessibility services to differentiate themselves and attract socially conscious consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food Service:** Incorporating sign language and accessibility services in restaurants can create unique selling propositions and expand job pool. - **Community Outreach:** Businesses that build communities and support social causes stand out in crowded markets and appeal to conscious consumers. - **Accessibility Solutions:** Incorporating accessibility into business models can appeal to a growing market of consumers seeking inclusive experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Sensory Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selva-toronto.md) - [Flavorful Toronto Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/able-fare-social-table.md) - [Braille Dining Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-menu1.md) - [Elevated Vegan Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/community-resto.md) - [BIPOC-Owned Korean-Parisian Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gateau-ghost.md) - [Immersive Cultural Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfresh.md) - [AI-Powered ASL Sites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signs-x-nvidia.md) - [High-End Fusion Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akin.md) - [Toronto Flagship Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toronto-flagship-restaurants-earls-yorkdale-set-to-open-april-21st-with-exc.md)