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To think parents shouldn’t bring toddlers to fancy restaurants?

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ThatFancyExpert · 22/11/2024 20:02

It’s not about “hating kids,” but some places should be reserved for adults who want peace and quiet.

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lightsandtunnels · 22/11/2024 20:08

Depends on the time you go. If it's a late eve dinner then I can't see any (many?) parents taking the kids. Also depends what you mean by fancy. DH and I eat out a lot and we are rarely bothered by kids/noisy families apart from the pubs and restaurants that we know are family friendly. Parents and kids are allowed to eat out too!

snowsnowandsnow · 22/11/2024 20:07

A fancy restaurant wouldn't allow toddlers. So maybe not that fancy??

JaydeeMai · 22/11/2024 20:04

This again. Yawn.

Thejugglestruggle · 22/11/2024 20:04

I've got a 3 year old and a 6 year old and couldn't think of anything worse than the stress of trying to keep them quiet/well behaved.
I'd much rather book a babysitter and go so I can enjoy it (and everyone else can to!)

Bex5490 · 22/11/2024 20:04

Depends on the style of restaurant and the time. Sunday afternoon yes. Friday night no.

Youthinkyoureuniqueyourejustastatistic · 22/11/2024 20:03

Then go to an adult only venue 🤷🏼‍♀️

ShanghaiDiva · 22/11/2024 20:02

Depends on the age of the child and their behaviour.