A recent TikTok video sparked a heated online discussion about the presence of children in breweries. Florida resident Clarice Burkett questioned the appropriateness of kids in establishments primarily serving age-restricted products, especially when they disrupt other patrons.
Burkett recounted an experience at a local brewery with a "great outdoor space" where the cornhole game had been removed due to damage caused by children. She emphasized that this particular brewery generates revenue solely from beer and merchandise, offering no alternative activities or food for kids. "What do kids do when they're bored? They get disruptive," she pointed out.
The online community responded with mixed opinions. Some echoed Burkett's sentiments, expressing frustration with children's presence in adult spaces and the disruption they can cause. One commenter lamented the inability to enjoy adult conversations or play games like cornhole due to unsupervised children. Another urged parents to "Get a babysitter!!!!"
Conversely, others defended the practice, citing cultural norms in countries like Spain, where playgrounds are often located near bars. They argued that children should be allowed in such environments, enabling parents to enjoy a drink while their kids play nearby.
A similar debate unfolded on Reddit, where one user compared their brewery experience to a "3-year-old's birthday party." Suggestions ranged from finding breweries that don't cater to families to enforcing stricter rules about children's behavior. One user shared an example of a brewery with a sign requiring children to stay within arm's reach of their parents.
The debate highlights differing perspectives on the role of breweries in society and the balance between accommodating families and providing an adult-oriented environment.
