Governor Sanders Asked to Exit Restaurant After Staff Complaints
A lunchtime visit by Governor Sanders at a Little Rock eatery on March 13 sparked a public dispute. The governor was dining with two friends when staff concerns led to an escalated interaction.
Incident details
The gathering took place at The Croissanterie. The governor sat with her State Police Executive Protection Detail for about an hour and fifteen minutes.
According to the governor’s office, the party had paid and left a tip before staff raised objections. The restaurant owner reportedly approached a member of the protection detail and asked them to exit.
Reasons given and on-site confrontation
The owner told security the governor’s presence made employees feel threatened. Staff complaints reportedly related to her political profile, not behavior during the meal.
As the group complied, a bystander linked to the restaurant yelled at the governor and made a crude hand gesture. The moment drew swift local and national attention.
Governor’s response
Governor Sanders issued a public comment afterward. She called for civility and fairness, and said her administration will focus on lifting Arkansans up rather than dividing them.
Restaurant reply
Filmogaz.com contacted The Croissanterie for a statement. The restaurant declined to comment.
Context
- Location: The Croissanterie, Little Rock, Arkansas.
- Date: Friday, March 13.
- People involved: Governor Sanders, two companions, State Police Executive Protection Detail, restaurant owner, and staff.
- Key issues: staff complaints, request that the group be asked to exit, an on-site verbal confrontation.
