"Is the cafe owner implementing a policy to discourage disruptive young patrons?"
Michael Hamacher, the owner of Café Elefant in Cologne, has caused a stir with his clear rules for children in his establishment. In a video uploaded on the café's Facebook page, Hamacher reiterated his stance, starting with the phrase "Greetings from the pig being driven through the village."
The rules, detailed in the post, include no eating beside or underneath the table, no turning of old chairs, no stepping on benches with shoes, and no noise from teething or loud communication. Coats, toys, and shopping bags do not belong on free seats reserved for other guests.
Hamacher emphasized that he has nothing against children and didn't intend to hurt anyone with his initial post. He acknowledged that his clear words would cause a media stir. The video was also featured on RTL.
The café offers free babyccino, fresh fruit, crayons, and coloring books for well-behaved children up to six years old. Hamacher and his daughter put time and effort into their business and can sometimes be "too sensitive."
The café is small and the seats are intended for guests who want to enjoy a coffee in peace. Hamacher described several unpleasant situations that prompted his initial post. He suggested other cafés that have tailored their offerings to families with small children.
The media reactions to Hamacher's video statement clarified that the café is not suitable for small children, especially if parents allow behaviour at the café that they would not tolerate at home. The focus was on maintaining a quiet atmosphere and respecting limited seating, which sparked significant public discussion about child-friendliness and customer expectations in cafés.
Hamacher complained that other positive contributions from the café, some with a social character, didn't receive the necessary attention. He spoke to several media outlets following the stir caused by his Facebook post. In other countries, innkeepers sometimes take strict action against unruly behaviour of visitors.
The café owner's Facebook post has received both praise and strong opposition. Despite the controversy, Hamacher remains firm in his decision to set clear rules for children's behaviour in his café.
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