A McDonald’s on Franconia Road in Fairfax County, Virginia, near Thomas Edison High School, has implemented a 21+ policy for indoor dining due to repeated incidents of student violence.
The policy, effective immediately, requires customers to be 21 or older to dine inside, with a doorbell system and ID checks in place.
The decision was made in collaboration with local school officials and law enforcement to ensure a safe environment for staff and customers.
Customers under 21 can still use the drive-thru, order via the mobile app for curbside pickup, or dine inside if accompanied by an adult, with up to four minors allowed per chaperone.
The policy is described as a temporary measure while a long-term solution is sought.
