Overview
- The Alibi in Altrincham restricts unaccompanied entry after 9 p.m. at its cocktail and karaoke venue.
- Owner Carl Peters reiterated the rule in an Instagram video and BBC comments, describing it as risk mitigation to protect customers.
- He argues lone drinkers may disturb groups and says a solo patron’s medical or safety incident is difficult to manage in a packed bar.
- Public reaction on social media is mixed, with regulars praising a sense of safety and critics labeling the measure narrow-minded.
- Peters refuses to apologize, characterizes door issues as infrequent at roughly once or twice a month, and says refusals often involve intoxicated late-night arrivals.