A reality TV star has gone viral after uncovering a controversial policy at a popular Gold Coast pub.
Australian Survivor contestant Jaden Laing, 27, caused a stir on social media when he shared a video of his attempt to enter the Burleigh Pavilion at Burleigh Heads.
Laing, who has visible tattoos on his neck, tried to gain entry to the beachside pub, known for its strict policy against individuals with ‘intimidating or offensive tattoos’, regardless of visibility.
The former TV contestant sported a turtleneck top in an attempt to conceal his tattoos, however, was quickly questioned about them upon arrival.
‘Have you got any tattoos?’ the staff member immediately asked.
Australian Survivor contestant Jaden Laing, 27, caused a stir on social media when he shared a video of his attempt to enter the Burleigh Pavilion at Burleigh Heads. Pictured
‘Can I just have a look?… you have to show me, I’m sorry, it’s our policy.’
‘I’m covered up… I’m just coming in for a beer, bro,’ Jaden pleaded.
Despite his attempts to downplay his tattoos, staff insisted on seeing them in line with the pub’s policy.
‘You can’t come in. We need to see if there’s anything on your neck, if you don’t want to show us we can’t let you in…. You can’t cover up tattoos. It’s part of our policy,’ the manager continued.
The Burleigh Pavilion’s policy states on their website: ‘Guests with tattoos are welcome at our venue, however, our policy does not permit intimidating, aggressive, or offensive tattoos, clothing or behaviour which may offend or intimidate other guest or staff.’
‘Tattoos on the neck, head and face are viewed as increased intimidation in that order.’
The former TV contestant sported a turtleneck top in an attempt to conceal his tattoos, however, was quickly questioned about them upon arrival. ‘Have you got any tattoos?’ the staff member immediately asked
The video has gained over 850,000 views and fans have flooded the comment section, questioning the reasoning behind the establishment’s strict rule
‘This practice is common among licensed venues and is in place to ensure the comfort and enjoyment of all our guests. Covering up these tattoos does not allow entry,’ the statement continues.
‘Management reserves the right to refuse entry to any person they deem unsuitable for entry.’
The video has gained over 850,000 views and fans have flooded the comment section, questioning the reasoning behind the establishment’s strict rule.
‘2024 how can this be legal?’ one fan commented.
‘I literally don’t understand why this is a rule,’ another wrote.
‘But if u cover the tattoos why does it matter,’ added one more.
‘Why is it so important that customers don’t have neck tattoos am I missing something here??’ another user asked.
‘Their house, their rules,’ another added.
