Originally Posted by
dynodonn
Again, why some states have enacted legislation against certain things a corporation "feels" like doing in the name of business.
Yes, this is not a civil rights case, but not everybody can produce a motorized vehicle on demand or even wishes to, and the business maybe the closest place in proximity to do a certain transaction at a certain time.
There's an easy workaround if you have the least amount of ability to get along with strangers.
Find a car in the line, explain the situation. Ask it they'll be your proxy and buy your order for you. Hand them your $10.00 bill (or whatever). These joints often get multiple orders for one car that are packed and charges separately, so it should be smooth as silk.
I'm sure, that with some gentle cajoling, most crews at these joints would serve a cyclist regardless of the rules. Especially if they see that you'll be eating anyway, and it's easier than having them look bad putting you through the workaround.
Story. ----- Many decades ago, when touring the USA on a bike and a prayer, we came into a town near the end of the day. A storm was whipping up and dark was approaching, so we decided to splurge $8.00 (yes it was a long time ago) on the one motel in town. Though they had a room, they wouldn't accommodate us because, no real ID (didn't drive), no credit card, no car license plate, not 18 yet.
With a storm on the horizon, we rolled up to the local PD and went in and asked if under the circumstances they could give the place a slight nudge on our behalf, or point out the shortest way to the next closest place. (or put us up in their jail). No calls were made on our behalf, since they didn't want to get involved. Instead we were invited to the sergeant's house for dinner and lodging. One of the better nights I've spent on the road.