Originally Posted by pdx42
I know this is going to sound - mean. But why do parents bring little kids in to Starbucks? I'm not talking about rolling the stroller in, getting something and then leaving. I'm speaking of kids ages 2-6 who are brought in to 30 mins+ while their parents/friends, etc sit and gab. The kids go nuts and it's so irritating for those of us trying to talk, read, whatever. Parents, coffee places are NOT good for your kids.
Wow. Soon coffee places will NOT be good for anyone with the likes of your type around. Others have noted that no one group deserves preference in public places (not students, workers, childless folks, etc.) but I'm surprised noone is as outraged as I am by your post. I do believe Starbucks likes the business and goes out of its way to accomodate families and some people actually enjoy mingling with those that aren't exactly like them. Maybe it's YOU??