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California restaurant makes parents pay if kids misbehave: ‘We are not a playground'
By Rosie Colosi | TODAY at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· July 11, 2026
· 4 min read
We’ve all been there: You sit down to a nice, relaxing dinner at a cozy restaurant and suddenly you’re surrounded by kids who are screaming, crying, misbehaving … or all three.
And sometimes those kids are your own.
But one California man is determined to change the game.
You You Xue, an...
Key takeaway You You Xue, an energetic 28-year-old restauranteur, was exasperated by the behavior of children in his Bay Area restaurant, Chez Xue.
Why this matters in Frisco News
Frisco residents who have dined out with their families may relate to the frustrations expressed by California restauranteur You You Xue. While Frisco is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, local restaurants and cafes often walk a fine line between accommodating young children and maintaining a pleasant environment for all patrons. Xue's approach, which holds parents accountable for their children's behavior, may spark a conversation among Frisco's own restaurant owners and managers about how to balance these competing interests. As Frisco continues to grow and attract new families, local eateries may need to develop their own strategies for managing disruptive behavior and ensuring that all customers have a positive dining experience. Whether or not Frisco restaurants adopt a similar policy, Xue's initiative highlights the importance of finding ways to promote respectful and considerate behavior in public spaces.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? We’ve all been there: You sit down to a nice, relaxing dinner at a cozy restaurant and suddenly you’re surrounded by kids who are screaming, crying, misbehaving … or all three.
And sometimes those kids are your own.
But one California man is determined to change the game.
You You Xue, an...
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