Restaurant Owners Have The Right To Refuse Service To Anyone They Want?

Question

I just wanted to make sure, do restaurant owners have the right to refuse service to anyone they see fit; as long as it's not because of one's race, religion, or personal beliefs?

Answer 1

Yes they do. It is often displayed on their menus ( I work at a restaurant and its on ours)

Answer 2

Absolutely yes!!!!!!!!!!! All businesses other than government agencies have the right to refuse service to anyone. However, it may not be a case of discrimination.

Answer 3

Any business owner has the right to refuse service to anyone at any time.  Generally this right is reserved for customers who are causing a scene, being loud, obnoxious or misbehaving in a way that disrupts and hinders their routine.

Answer 4

Yes they do, in any retail establishment, you will find posted

"we reserve the right to refuse service to anyone"

When I was a restaurant manager, ocasionally I had to ask people to leave that were offending other patrons. Never had any repercussions.

Answer 5

Yes, but it depends on the reason... to a point, for instance;

no shoes, no shirt no service.

Answer 6

Typically a restaurant will not allow someone back who was previously kicked out for whatever reason.