Archive · 2 Dec 2025
McDonald's Hires 'McBouncer' to Manage Teen Disruptions
A McDonald's in New York has a new rule to stop teenagers from causing trouble.
Teens can't eat inside between 2 pm and 4 pm unless they have an adult with them.
A staff member named Claudia, who is called the 'McBouncer,' checks who comes in.
This is because there have been many fights and problems with groups of teens.
The restaurant is near three schools, so lots of students come after classes.
Some teens think the rule is unfair, especially when it's cold, but older customers feel safer now.
The police have been called 15 times this year to this McDonald's because of these problems.
McDonald's in Queens, NY, hires 'McBouncer' to manage teen disruptions.
Teens barred from dining inside between 2 pm and 4 pm unless with an adult.
Police called 15 times this year for assault and disorderly conduct.
McBouncer Claudia Zanabria monitors entrance and checks orders.
Mixed reactions from teens and customers about the new restrictions.
- Who
- McDonald's staff and teenagers in Queens, New York
- What
- Implementation of a 'McBouncer' and restrictions on teen dining
- When
- Restrictions in place for five months, notable incident on May 21
- Where
- McDonald's outlet on Metropolitan Avenue, Forest Hills, Queens
- Why
- Frequent disturbances and police calls due to unruly teenagers
- Location
- Metropolitan Avenue, Forest Hills, Queens, New York
- Restricted Hours
- 2 pm to 4 pm
- Police Calls
- 15 times this year
- Schools Nearby
- Three public schools with 2,000 students
- McBouncer
- Claudia Zanabria