[Yuki Maru Hoshi]

Originally Posted by Vicky.

Many companies say you cannot use their loos unless you buy something, this is not new so not sure why t there is hell on about starbucks doing it, UNLESS they usually let everyone use the loo and refused only because this person as homeless.

I hate this rule actually. Everywhere I have worked has had the rule, but I have ignored it everywhere too. If someone comes in and asks if they can use the loo, I let them. I would feel too awful if I said no and they peed themselves and am willing to take the crap off my boss for that tbh

They weren't homeless. They were two gentleman just using the Starbucks as a meeting area for a business meeting... and wanted access to restroom without paying. The manager called the cops instead... and well, because they are of color, it makes it seem like racial profiling.

I have a bladder disorder, so I never liked this kind of rule... but I get it. Anyway, the Starbucks near me doesn't have a lock and I don't know any that do?... this location probably had specific issues with loitering/bathroom access being abused.