I love this! I choose not to have kids, so it's nice to go somewhere and not have my dining experience ruined by kids. If you have kids, just go somewhere else, to one of the other million establishments that allow kids. Simple as that!

There's no problem with kid-free spaces. If you have kids, go elsewhere. It's not that complicated. You may have to walk another fifteen steps to get there, but if that's your biggest problem, you've got it pretty good. ... This was a business decision as well. I'm guessing his insurance premiums dropped. Also, kids don't spend money. Adults do. Adults with no kids spend a LOT more money than parents do. ... My favourite pub, because of Byzantine liquor laws in Chicago is licensed as a bar that serves food. No one under 21 is permitted through the door, including infants. It's a beautiful place.

If i had a coffee shop, i would do the same.

I don't see why this is so controversial there are plenty of resorts that are no children it's just so adults can get away for a bit

I imagine he has no problem with well behaved children but the number of badly behaved ones put him in a difficult situation. I like (most) children but I have seen kids in shops and cafes whose parents let them do whatever they want, and expect the business owner to absorb the cost. Earlier this year I was in a cafe that had a load of signs in the loo about not flushing odd stuff, and when I asked what it was all about the owner explained her place had been flooded by people trying to flush all kids of odd things (scarves, bags, an umbrella etc) and she had enough of it. I guess what they all want is a no arseholes policy, but that's difficult to enforce.

Nowadays it seems children are some people's gods. There is nothing and nowhere they can't do or go. Pubs used to be for adults to get drunk in and have chats with each other. Now they are no smoking zones with free crayons at the entrance and we have to suffer them playing catching among the chairs. I swear that I am amazed children are not yet allowed in strip clubs. Why not? The stripper could wear clown costumes and the kids could all play in a designated area. I mean really. Some people don't fancy kids but love animals and we need to be catered for. I truly believe this place is lovely to be in.

Ageism is not a form of prejudice. Children are by definition at a different developmental stage (although there are obviously individual differences). There is absolutely nothing wrong with not wanting to be around people at this stage of development.

As a mom of three I am 100% supportive and wish I could visit WITHOUT my children. I saw a bumper sticker "I child proofed my house and they still got in!" hahahaha. On the flip- it annoys me when adults seemed bothered by well-behaved kids in obvious kid places like Disney or the zoo. Like they're surprised kids are there and move in front of small children to see.

controversy around this is absolutely ridiculous. its a proven and well known fact that children as a whole can be unruly energetic and reckless. YES there are kids who are well behaved, but how many kids really want to go to a coffee shop? no one is throwing a fit over kids not being allowed in casinos or bars. and before anyone checks me on it, yes there is a legal element to it at those places. but the point is there are places in this world where kids are not allowed and for good reason. this isn't "ageism" this is creating a child free space for adults who just want to have a cup of coffee without worrying about the disruption of kids *who for the most part are usually unruly due to their parents* more power to this man for taking control of his business. if you don't like it, don't go there.

Great idea! There are plenty of places for families but the only place for adults only are strip clubs and bars and I have no urge to go to a strip club and I live in a college town so the bars are pretty much the same as drinking in a daycare. It would be nice to go to a place and know that there will be no chance of screaming children.

not every environment should be kid friendly. kids tend to be f*****g annoying. there should be more of this.

Private business, he should have the right to refuse who he wants. If people don't like it, don't go.

first his coffee shop, next the world mwuahahaha

I think is really good! Hell, if you want to bring your children everywhere just go to another coffee shop. Problem solved.

Kids Are LOUD This happens Be grateful someone has created an escape space

Well done. Obviously that interior wasn't cheap and I can clearly imagine those stupid parents who thinks someone else should look after their kids

There are plenty of family friendly places. We need more child-free places for those of us who want to enjoy some peace and quiet. Thank you!

There shouldn't be people trying to boycott this buisness, it's his buisness, if he doesn't want expensive valuables broken then that is completely understandable. Kids don't even need to be in a coffee shop anyway. A while ago I lived in an apartment with vey thin walls and the next door neighbors kids screamed constantly, I know some kids aren't like that, but it seems like the people who don't take good care of their kids have the least trouble making kids, while there are good people that have such a hard time having children. I'm totally for the child free living complex idea too.

I support this guy 100%.

I'd go there in a heartbeat. Nothing wrong with a little kid-free haven from time to time.

I have to say that I like the idea of having somewhere where I can relax away from children. Sometimes it's hard to ignore the screams of children, and yes it's not the parents fault and the child is that it's a child. But sometimes it hard not to be the people at the other table pulling a face. So I think it's a nice idea. Just think it's a shame people are getting angry over it.

One post is simple on the matter. "Just give me a place to escape.."

It's falls under that age-old adage right to refuse service it's his business he can run it how he wants

Like most of the posters here, I'm in agreement with this owner's 'no kids' rule. Kids have their own places and spaces, there are very few spots for adults to hang out, relax and enjoy some quiet conversation in peace. I like kids but they don't have to be included in every darn thing under the sun, people have gone overboard with catering to their kids. Want to let your kid blow off some steam, take them to an amusement park, arcade or Chucky 'The Place from Hell' Cheese.

I have two kids, 16 and 18. When they were young, the few times they became loud, we left the store/restaurant immediately. They quickly learned not to do that in public EVER. Now, when I shop with them and they hear others being loud (not tiny infants, but the older ones who are throwing tantrums), they sometimes ask, "so we really didn't act like that in public??" I said, "not after a few times..." Kids learn.

Wish people wouldn't take it so personal. There are 56 billion other places you can take your kids. Believe me, they aren't going to cry about it or have the attention span to care for that long.

seem good place to let my mind play and fooling around in my imagination, while enjoy a cup of coffee~

I love this idea! Goodness, not every place has to allow children. I don't have kids, but I have pets, and as much as I love them there are times I want a break. I am sure it is the same with parents - just a place to be with other adults. It's a coffee shop - it's not that big of a deal to all the people so upset.

As a child myself I am okay with having adult designated areas.

its a solution to the issue caused by parents who let their kids run amuck in a restaurant. when I pay for a nice meal out its nice not to be knocked into by kids deciding a little game of tag is good after their meal.

I kinda like this idea.... some peace, some quiet, my laptop, my book, myself, and my coffee.

I am 100% behind him. It's his establishment and if he chooses to decorate with valuables that are at risk of being broken by children (just curious children, not even those who are ill-behaved), he has that right. It's a private business. He may lose the business of those who disagree with the policy, but he may very well make that up with more business from those who desire a child-free atmosphere. My own parents would have LOVED to go somewhere that children weren't allowed that didn't serve alcohol but allowed adult conversation and enjoyment without the disruption of children. I'm a parent myself and from the age of 2 to 7 or so, we didn't go out anywhere because my son was so curious, he wanted to touch everything and run around. Because that wasn't our idea of fun in a nice restaurant, we frequented those places that had play areas or we didn't go out at all. That was our choice and we're comfortable with it.

As a childless middle-aged adult, I often long for someplace to relax free of children. It's not the children that bother me, per se, it's the parents who seem to think it's ok to let their children running around screaming and playing. They don't seem to realize that this is when they should be teaching children manners and respect. I can't count the number of times I e been in a restaurant and been subjected to this. One child actually walked up to my table and grabbed a handful of fries off my plate. Sigh.

Good for him if a woman who owns her own restaurant can limit how many drinks an adult with a child can have because SHE thinks having 2 drinks is irresponsible then why can't this guy have a restaurant (or cafe) that strictly caters to adults?? And Bully's doesn't count because I've seen kids in there accompanied by their parents....and they are screaming and actin like damn fools...100% thumbs up

Totally agree - there is a need for places like this!

I applaud his stand, a lot of people just want to sit in a quiet relaxed environment to enjoy their repast. With today's lack of discipline it is murder to go to a shopping centre. I wish I knew of a place I could enjoy a cup of coffee without screaming misbehaving kids who parents think it is perfectly alright to allow their kids to express themselves in a public place. Prefer the dogs. I had 6 children and they behaved when we were out no threats or punishment it was just the way things were.

I hate when babies start crying or toddlers start misbehaving, I think this is a great idea.

It's his establishment his rules. Many meals, shopping trips, etc have been ruined by unruly children. When my kids were small they misbehaved we left. Period. We didn't ruin everyone's experience. And it never failed if my husband and I were out by ourselves we got seated by squalling kids. We started telling the hostess to sit us away from families or sat in the bar.... if I'm paying a babysitter to be away from my kids I don't want to be around yours.