Restaurant
The sign indicates the direction to a restaurant
When You See This Sign
When you see the restaurant sign (H6) you should decide whether you intend to turn off, signal well in advance and prepare to change lanes. Do not drive onto the hard shoulder or brake sharply in the lane — follow the indicated exit and park in a designated area before entering the restaurant.
Rules & Regulations
- The sign is an informational sign (H6) that indicates the direction to a restaurant and is not regulatory — it does not impose any priority or obligations.
- The sign's arrow or supplementary distance plate indicates where the restaurant is located, and you must follow the usual rules for lane choice and for using on- and off-ramps when driving there.
- You must not stop or reverse on the carriageway to reach the restaurant; instead use designated exits and parking areas.
- The sign may be supplemented with additional plates (e.g., distance or opening hours), but these are informative and do not change traffic regulations.
Tips for Drivers
- Signal well in advance if you plan to turn off toward the restaurant and change to the correct lane calmly and safely.
- Do not brake suddenly at the sign — plan your speed and follow exit separations, especially on motorways or expressways.
- Look for supplementary information under the sign (distance, opening hours) so you know whether the restaurant is at the next exit or further ahead.
- Be attentive to pedestrians and cyclists at service areas and parking lots when you turn off.
Common Mistakes
- Believing that the sign grants priority or creates a duty to yield — it is only informational.
- Confusing the restaurant sign with rest area or parking signs and assuming services like toilets or fuel are always available.
- Assuming the restaurant is open 24/7 or accepts all vehicle types without checking supplementary information.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Restaurant
What should you understand from this sign if you are looking for a food service with seating?
- A It indicates the direction to a restaurant.
- B It indicates the direction to a petrol station with a kiosk.
- C It indicates the direction to a youth hostel reception.
- D It indicates a tourist route.
Exam Tip
On the theory test you may be asked to determine whether the sign changes priority or requires you to stop. The correct answer is that H6 only indicates the direction to a restaurant and does not grant priority or impose other traffic rules.
Did You Know?
The knife-and-fork symbol is an internationally recognizable pictogram used in many countries and is part of Sweden's system of service markings; in Sweden the sign is often seen at motorway exits and major through-routes to guide travelers to eateries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to turn off if I see the 'Restaurant' sign?
No, the sign only informs you where the restaurant is located. You decide whether to turn off, but if you choose to do so you should signal and change lanes in good time.
Does the sign give me right-of-way or require me to yield when driving toward the restaurant?
No, the sign does not change any yielding rules or right-of-way. All usual rules for exits, right-of-way, and road signs in the area apply as normal.
Does the sign show how far it is to the restaurant or if it is open?
Sometimes supplementary plates with distance or opening hours are mounted below the main sign, but the H6 sign itself does not guarantee opening hours. Check supplementary signs or the restaurant's information if you need to know more.
How do I distinguish 'Restaurant' from the sign for rest area or hotel?
The restaurant sign has a knife-and-fork symbol, the rest area often shows a bench or picnic table, and a hotel features a bed symbol. Each symbol indicates different services; also read any supplementary plates for details.
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